Chapter 22: My Brother is Not a Vulgar Man! (1/2)

The next morning, Ning Wuxie came out of the valley and arrived at the town, buying several outfits that suited Xuan’er’s current figure, along with some food and meat.

Aside from some major cities in the Spirit Martial Continent, Fangu Town outside of Hermit Valley was probably the only place where gold, silver, and spirit stones could be exchanged freely.

In the tailor shop, Ning Wuxie carefully selected and purchased several garments that he believed would definitely suit Xuan’er, all made of high-quality satin, spending a significant amount of spirit stones.

Upon returning home, Xuan’er surprisingly did not come out to greet him but instead called out to him from under the covers.

After a night, she began to get used to her developing figure and age, feeling a bit of shyness when facing some unfamiliar parts of her body.

“Xuan’er, I bought clothes for you, hurry and change.” Ning Wuxie placed a stack of clothes beside Xuan’er and turned to go outside.

He heated oil in a pot, preparing to cook, planning to make a large feast to celebrate Xuan’er’s awakening.

Before long, a fragrant breeze wafted from behind, and Ning Wuxie felt a light and soft body press against his back, with Xuan’er’s head resting on his shoulder, her hair tickling his cheek.

The cute Xuan’er had already become a thing of the past; the current Xuan’er could easily reach his shoulder by standing on her tiptoes.

“Brother, I tried on the clothes you bought.”

“Really? Let me see.” Ning Wuxie smiled and turned to look at Xuan’er.

In the simple and plain room, Xuan’er appeared like a blossoming spring flower, standing gracefully and illuminating Ning Wuxie’s eyes.

She wore a set of teal robes that he had bought for her, looking bright, clever, and adorable. Her delicate and beautiful face wore a faint smile, her skin like congealed fat, with bright eyes and white teeth. A hint of healthy pink adorned her cheeks, resembling a ripe peach.

Ning Wuxie felt that every inch of her skin seemed to glow, dazzling the eyes, but not in an unhealthy way; rather, it felt warm and soft.

In Ning Wuxie’s heart, at that moment, Xuan’er, who was blooming and full of springtime charm, was probably the most beautiful girl in the world, even Li Luobing would be overshadowed.

What was more crucial was that she only wished to reveal this beauty to him.

Her pair of autumn-like eyes sparkled with anticipation, and her small hands were clasped behind her back, appearing a bit shy yet hoping for Ning Wuxie’s praise.

“Xuan’er is truly beautiful! Absolutely stunning!”

Seeing the pitiful gaze of the little girl, Ning Wuxie naturally could not let her feel sad. He reached out to pat Xuan’er’s head, smiling with satisfaction, like a father watching his daughter grow up.

But Xuan’er took a step closer, getting even nearer.

“Do you prefer the old Xuan’er or the new Xuan’er?”

“Uh…” Ning Wuxie was momentarily at a loss.

Why did it feel like a question of life and death? Why was little Xuan’er asking such a question?

“I like both Xuan’ers. The little Xuan’er is very cute, and the grown-up Xuan’er is very beautiful. I will always like the future Xuan’er too!”

As soon as Ning Wuxie said this, he felt that the answer sounded a bit strange.

However, Xuan’er seemed very satisfied, her cheeks flushing, and she dove into Ning Wuxie’s embrace.

“Xuan’er feels the same way; Xuan’er will always like you too…”

Ning Wuxie’s hands froze in mid-air, one covered in oil and the other holding a spatula, feeling a bit dazed.

The little girl had really grown up… but she probably still didn’t understand the meaning of liking, right? Her liking was pure!

Ning Wuxie, being an adult at heart, only wanted to protect the innocent and naive Xuan’er, despite their lack of blood relation.

“Xuan’er, the food is burning.” Suddenly smelling the burnt odor wafting from the pot behind him, Ning Wuxie quickly said.

After lunch, a pair of handsome young men and women leaned against the wall, basking in the sun.

Xuan’er hugged one of Ning Wuxie’s arms, resting her head on his shoulder.

Ning Wuxie did not feel annoyed; Xuan’er had a certain scent, or rather a temperament, that quickly calmed his heart, and he enjoyed this feeling.

“Xuan’er, you have awakened the Divine Spiritual Body now. Do you feel any difference compared to before?”

“I feel… there is much more spiritual power within my body, and the surrounding air is also filled with a lot of spiritual power.”

“And the fields are bright and full of light, as if everything is in constant motion; I’m not quite sure.” Jiang Ningxuan revealed a thoughtful expression and spoke slowly.

Similar to what Ning Wuxie had thought, the Divine Spiritual Body’s sensitivity to the Spiritual Qi of the world was terrifyingly high.

Moreover, the attributes of True Essence were different from Ning Wuxie’s; Ning Wuxie’s True Essence could only be considered as the True Essence refined by the Heavenly Dao, radiating colorful brilliance.

In contrast, Xuan’er’s True Essence was pure, just like the strand she had given herself, the seven colors of light had merged into one, becoming a pure light.

“Then how many True Essences do you have now, Xuan’er?” Ning Wuxie asked nervously.

This was the question he cared about; he was worried that Xuan’er giving him True Essence would damage her foundation, just like Jiang Ren.

After all, the difference between nine True Essences and eight True Essences was not trivial; the entire cultivation journey in the future would be influenced by the strength of True Essence!

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