Immortality System: Cultivating with Girls

Wen Zhixing could feel Liu Qingdai's anger rising and knew he could no longer remain silent. He braced himself and said, "My relationship with Senior Sister Luqiu isn't what you think; it's very pure."

"A misunderstanding? Pure?" Upon hearing this, Liu Qingdai instantly stood up straight. She nearly laughed out of anger. Casting him a sidelong glance, she said, "Wen, you don't think I'm a fool, do you? It's all laid out in front of me, and you're telling me it's a misunderstanding? And that your relationship is pure... Are you trying to make a monkey out of me?"

Senior Sister Qingdai, don't be like this. I'm really not used to you being so lucid.

Bai Luqiu stood to the side, turning her head slightly, pretending she hadn't heard anything. Ah, I've gone deaf.

"Senior Sister Qingdai, are you aware of Senior Sister Luqiu's hidden illness? Actually, this situation is related to it," Wen Zhixing said, his expression suddenly grave.

"A hidden illness..." Though Liu Qingdai was at the peak of her anger, her expression changed upon hearing this. She did know a bit about Bai Luqiu's hidden illness. Previously, her father, Liu Qingxuan, had mentioned it several times. He said that Bai Luqiu's hidden illness could only be resolved by someone with a Pure Yang Body. He had also advised Bai Luqiu that it wouldn't be an issue if she found a Taoist companion first. She had no idea what the hidden illness actually was. Every time she asked, Liu Qingxuan would tell her she was still too young. But as she grew older, Liu Qingdai had come to roughly understand that it was a flaw in Bai Luqiu's cultivation skill. In other words, it was an imbalance of Yin and Yang. Having endured for so many years, Bai Luqiu indeed needed a man to exchange cultivation insights with to help her regulate.

"Senior Sister, did your illness flare up?" Liu Qingdai looked towards Bai Luqiu, her face showing a hint of anxiety. She was genuinely concerned about Bai Luqiu.

Bai Luqiu, upon hearing this, lowered her head slightly, avoiding Liu Qingdai's gaze. Don't look at me. I'm mute now.

"Senior Sister Luqiu?" Liu Qingdai asked again.

"Mm-hmm," Bai Luqiu responded helplessly with a noncommittal murmur. The more she spoke, the more mistakes she might make, so she chose to remain silent.

"Senior Sister Qingdai, you're also aware of Senior Sister Luqiu's hidden illness. If it flares up, in a mild case, it could lead to Qi Deviation; in a severe one, it could result in death and the dissolution of her cultivation," Wen Zhixing continued, taking a deep breath. "You've truly misunderstood Senior Sister Luqiu. You know what kind of person she is. This was all to help Senior Sister Luqiu treat her hidden illness; we had no other choice."

Wen Zhixing's face showed a hint of shame as he continued, "It's all my fault. When Senior Sister Luqiu's hidden illness erupted, and she was on the verge of Qi Deviation, I was so worried that I just... just..." It was urgent at the time, you understand, right? This isn't our fault.

"Could it be... that they really were dealing with a hidden illness this time..." Upon hearing this, Liu Qingdai's expression became somewhat uncertain. If that's the case, then I really can't blame Wen Zhixing and Senior Sister Luqiu.

"Senior Sister Luqiu, how are you feeling now?" Liu Qingdai, ignoring what Wen Zhixing was saying, went to Bai Luqiu's side and asked with concern. Yes, she was starting to believe him. Liu Qingdai, after all, was somewhat naive and easily swayed by Wen Zhixing's mixture of truths and falsehoods.

"Senior Sister Luqiu, I did my best. It's up to you now," Wen Zhixing transmitted his voice to her. He had explained everything that needed explaining. There wasn't much else to say.

"I'm all right now. It was thanks to Junior Brother Wen at the time..." Bai Luqiu stammered, still somewhat uncomfortable with lying, her delicate face flushed as pink and radiant as peach blossoms in spring.

"It's good that you're okay, Senior Sister." A huge weight lifted from Liu Qingdai's chest, and her eyes became as clear as water. She had complete trust in Bai Luqiu's words.

Actually, she hadn't cared too much about Bai Luqiu and Wen Zhixing's exchange. After all, Wen Zhixing was known to have a background as a cultivation furnace; he was hardly a 'pure jade man.' If she had truly cared about that, she wouldn't have gotten so close to Wen Zhixing in the first place. What she feared was that Bai Luqiu might be two-faced, acting one way in her presence and another behind her back. Liu Qingdai feared being betrayed by those closest to her. Now, hearing that there were reasons for everything, Liu Qingdai's anger began to subside gradually.

The main thing was, in reality, she had no particular relationship with Wen Zhixing. Whatever Bai Luqiu and Wen Zhixing did behind closed doors was actually none of her concern. But just now, the two of them had obviously considered her feelings. This made Liu Qingdai feel somewhat touched. Upon reflection, it seemed she had been the narrow-minded one.

"Junior Sister, you don't need to worry about me. As it turns out, I've turned this misfortune into a blessing. I have now stepped into the Sixth Realm," Bai Luqiu said, taking Liu Qingdai's hand and stroking it gently with a smile. Truthfully, her heart was still somewhat uneasy. Regardless, she had indeed been the one to act first. Now, deceiving Liu Qingdai like this, she felt a strong sense of guilt. Others might not have known, but she was well aware of Liu Qingdai's fondness for Wen Zhixing. Of course, she had no intention of becoming Taoist companions with Wen Zhixing either. She had intended to proceed in secrecy, but an unexpected incident occurred, and Liu Qingdai had caught them.

"You've reached the Sixth Realm! Then heartfelt congratulations, Senior Sister Luqiu." Liu Qingdai's face showed a look of delight upon hearing this. This was truly great news.

"Mm." Seeing Liu Qingdai so joyful only made Bai Luqiu feel even more ashamed. I am guilty! Bai Luqiu internally repented over and over.

Seeing the relationship between the two ease, Wen Zhixing, who was standing to the side, secretly breathed a sigh of relief. It seems like the matter is resolved.

"By the way, Senior Sister Luqiu, when do you and Junior Brother Wen plan to get married?" Liu Qingdai suddenly asked.

"Uh..." Wen Zhixing and Bai Luqiu were momentarily stunned. Wasn't this matter over? Why bring it up again?

Bai Luqiu shook her head, not wanting to continue. "Qingdai, this was just an accident... Let's just let it go."

"Senior Sister Luqiu, although it was an accident, it concerns your reputation; we can't just let it go like this." Liu Qingdai's face was serious. Then she turned to look at Wen Zhixing and said, "Junior Brother Wen, what do you say? You've taken my Senior Sister's body. Do you intend to just let the matter drop like this?"

"This..." Wen Zhixing looked embarrassed. I do want to take responsibility. But Senior Sister Luqiu just said she didn't want me to. Perhaps you could help me persuade her, Senior Sister Qingdai?

"Junior Brother Wen, my Senior Sister is not like those demonesses from the Wonderous Palace, do you understand?" Liu Qingdai frowned deeply, disappointed by Wen Zhixing's apparent lack of resolve.

"Qingdai, let it be. It has nothing to do with Junior Brother Wen," Bai Luqiu quickly pulled Liu Qingdai back.

"Senior Sister Luqiu, how can this be okay? We are not like those casual demonesses from the Wonderous Palace!" Liu Qingdai insisted firmly, puffing out her chest and speaking urgently. Now that things had come to this, she actually felt happy that Senior Sister Luqiu had found a Taoist companion. As for myself and Wen Zhixing... let it go. Who hasn't had crushes when they were young? I won't compete with Senior Sister Luqiu.

"Qingdai, you've misunderstood. I don't want any status, and I won't become Taoist companions with Junior Brother Wen," Bai Luqiu shook her head again, her tone resolute.

"Senior Sister..." Liu Qingdai still wanted to say more.

However, Bai Luqiu reached back, grabbed the somewhat agitated Liu Qingdai's hand, and silently transmitted, "Qingdai, I actually know... you like Junior Brother Wen..."

"Senior Sister, what nonsense are you talking about..." Liu Qingdai's face turned crimson in an instant, and she involuntarily turned away. Having her innermost thoughts exposed left her feeling shy, embarrassed, and utterly flustered...

"Qingdai, do you really think your Senior Sister doesn't know you?" Bai Luqiu slowly leaned in closer.

"Senior Sister, you're misunderstanding," Liu Qingdai tried to explain.

"Let's go. Don't bother with this lousy man. We'll talk outside." However, Bai Luqiu didn't give her a chance to explain. She immediately took Liu Qingdai by the arm and began walking outside. Before leaving, she glanced at Wen Zhixing, who stood obediently in his original spot.

Liu Qingdai couldn't resist Bai Luqiu and could only follow her outside.

Is it over? Wen Zhixing watched their retreating figures. He sighed with relief in his heart. How should I put this? Truthfully, my own heart isn't so pure. When facing Qingdai, I also feel a twinge of guilt, as if I'm doing something illicit behind her back. Even though we have no formal relationship, I just didn't want her to find out.

SMACK!

Wen Zhixing raised his hand and slapped himself across the face.

"I really am a complete scumbag."

Alright. I've administered my own punishment. Now I can be a scumbag in peace.