Chapter 127: The Aloof Immortal and the Wealthy Prince 16

Half a day later.

An Wuyou left behind a pile of cultivation materials and then returned to the immortal realm with his clan.

The Demon Lord Fanti, who had been eavesdropping in secret, also returned to the demon realm after learning that Zhongli Mingji had switched to the Path of Emotion without any loss in his cultivation. However, he left his Left Protector behind.

Originally, he should have left the Right Protector, who was skilled at gathering information, but that demoness was glaring at Zhongli Mingji with fury and resentment.

“That poker-faced guy looked down on me because he doesn’t like women!”

“Ugh! What a waste of my feelings!” The Right Protector of the demon realm harbored deep resentment toward Xuan Shuang Immortal, who had nearly chopped her into pieces.

Fanti immediately decided to take her away to avoid her picking a fight and getting herself split in two.

Despite Zhongli Mingji being in a relationship, his temper remained cold and unyielding. He could treat even the immortals of the immortal realm with indifference, let alone the Right Protector, who had once tried to seduce him and ended up getting beaten to a pulp.

She would be nothing more than an easy target.

Fanti didn’t want to lose a fierce warrior before he even had a chance to face Zhongli in a decisive battle.

Zhongli Mingji was also pleased that they all left. Having no one disturb his peace was the best outcome.

Who would want to deal with them every day!

During this undisturbed period, Jin Muhan faced his darkest hour.

He really didn’t want to cultivate every single day!

His princess consort loved cultivation, but that didn’t mean he would enjoy the monotonous and tedious life of cultivation.

Who could understand the pain of a cultivation slacker like him being relentlessly pushed by Xuan Shuang Immortal, a cultivation maniac!

His sorrow was deeper than the ocean…

But it had to be said, Zhongli Mingji’s intensive cultivation training was quite effective.

Jin Muhan had already broken through from the Golden Core stage to the Nascent Soul stage and was showing signs of advancing toward the Deity Transformation stage.

However, Jin Muhan himself wasn’t too keen on it. He wanted to cuddle and hold Zhongli Mingji, not spend every day listening to Daoist lectures and secluding himself for cultivation.

One day, after stopping his cultivation, Jin Muhan carefully tugged on Zhongli Mingji’s sleeve, cautiously observing the other’s expression as he spoke.

“Mingji, should we take a break?”

“Look, I’ve been in seclusion for seven days. Isn’t it time to come out and move around a bit?”

“Pigu pills can’t replace real food!” Jin Muhan said pitifully. “I’ve only been cultivating for less than half a year. I still want to eat some grains.”

Although it was said that one could stop eating after crossing the Golden Core stage, he couldn’t suppress his appetite. He wanted to eat some steaming hot meals.

He didn’t want to be fed Pigu pills by Zhongli Mingji.

And honestly, who on earth invented the pills in the immortal realm?

Eating them was like chewing wax!

Zhongli Mingji silently gazed at him. “Then let’s go out for a walk.”

“Eat whatever you want, but remember to come back tomorrow to continue listening to my lectures.”

Jin Muhan’s smile, which had just begun to form, immediately faltered. It felt like his happiness had vanished in an instant.

“Mingji, more lectures…”

He muttered softly, “Do you have any other way to help me improve my cultivation?”

Zhongli Mingji fixed his gaze on Jin Muhan and said in a cool voice, “Yes, the dual cultivation method can help you rapidly increase your cultivation in a short time.”

Jin Muhan’s mouth fell open in shock. “Dual cultivation? Is it what I’m thinking?”

Zhongli Mingji calmly replied, “Yes. Most immortal couples practice dual cultivation, and the same goes for mortal cultivators who haven’t ascended yet.”

“Dual cultivation helps both parties increase their cultivation, but your cultivation is too low to benefit me. However, you can use me to break through your bottlenecks.”

He lifted Jin Muhan’s chin. “Do you want to try dual cultivation with me?”

Jin Muhan nervously inhaled. “Our wedding has been postponed. Wouldn’t dual cultivation before marriage damage your reputation?”

Their wedding had originally been scheduled for July, but it had been delayed. Zhongli Mingji planned to hold a grand ceremony after Jin Muhan ascended.

Zhongli Mingji pulled Jin Muhan down to sit beside him and gently explained to his future partner, “No. The immortal realm is quite open-minded. Many immortals engage in dual cultivation before marriage.”

“Some immortals even maintain a dual cultivation relationship without becoming life partners. Those who do become life partners are either in true love or have children together. Otherwise, they can choose to never become life partners.”

True love like his parents’ was rare. Most immortals married because of children.

Immortals feared bondage more than anyone. Becoming life partners meant tying themselves together, and unless necessary, no one wanted to add that kind of trouble.

Jin Muhan’s eyes sparkled as he stared at Zhongli Mingji, a hint of seduction in his gaze.

“Mingji, why don’t we give it a try!”

Zhongli Mingji chuckled. “What? You don’t want grains anymore?”

Jin Muhan quickly shook his head. “I don’t care about grains anymore. I just want to devour you. Don’t try to trick me.”

Zhongli Mingji pulled Jin Muhan’s hand closer and placed it on his chest, his eyes curving into a soft smile.

That smile was like a gentle spring breeze.

“I never go back on my word. You’re welcome to try.” His eyes were filled with tender warmth and a hint of lingering affection.