Cultivation: Starting from a Mortal Bone

Moreover, even if we return to the Imperial Capital, what can be done to eliminate it?!

Even if we exhaust numerous resources and can suppress it, that would already be good.

"Is there no other way?"

Yan Zhi seemed a bit uncertain.

The Flame Guard must wholeheartedly pledge loyalty to the Great Yan Empress!

If something were to happen between Yan Yu and Qin Yu, it might lead to losing the status of being a Flame Guard in the future.

"No."

Qin Yu looked helpless.

Last time at Leng Ruyu’s place, it had been tested that it must be the Warm Current that can eliminate the Death Qi infiltrating the flesh and meridians.

Upon learning this, Yan Yu fell into a lengthy silence.

Although she is the head of the Flame Guard, this matter carries great significance, and even if she guessed how the Empress would respond, she must first report everything to that supreme existence.

"You... rest assured and recover, we will discuss other matters once you are healed."

In a brief moment, Yan Zhi’s voice sounded again, succinct and direct, dropping a line before ending the transmission.

Clearly, the task of healing Yan Yu had already received the Great Yan Empress’s tacit consent and approval.

As for other matters, perhaps the Great Yan Empress also believes that they are far less important than healing Yan Yu.

"Agreed so easily?"

The little bunny looked perplexed, not long ago, Sister Yan Zhi warned herself for being too young, has she grown up just because of being injured?!

Isn’t this growth a bit too fast?

Qin Yu appeared somewhat contemplative.

It seems that the rumored ruthless and decisive Great Yan Empress is not entirely devoid of human warmth.

Feeling somewhat relieved within his heart.

He curiously asked, "Has anyone in your Flame Guard gotten married?"

"No."

Yan Yu shook her head without hesitation.

The Flame Guards are either on missions or in seclusion for intense training, and before meeting Qin Yu, she didn’t even know about the matter of progeny.

"So, I’m the first one?"

Qin Yu’s eyes slightly brightened.

It seems that after comprehending the Star Prison Array and being able to purify Death Qi, his significance in the eyes of the Empress has increased considerably.

Since the rumor says the Flame Guard is an extension of the Great Yan Empress’s will, doesn’t this mean...

Can’t even dare to think, dare to think!

If such thinking arises, it might provoke the thunderous wrath of the Empress, wouldn’t it?!

It seems like the little bunny might not be able to become a Flame Guard in the future.

That’s also good, then she’ll become his exclusive Guardian.

"Mm."

Yan Yu nodded slightly, thinking about the things Qin Yu and his Dao Companions do, for some reason, her heart stirred once more.

It was an emotion she had never experienced before, an indescribable feeling.

In the past, when Sister Yan Zhi mentioned it, she considered these as very normal and mundane things, but now, thinking about being with Qin Yu...

Some images instantly surfaced in her mind, and she unexpectedly felt a bit shy.

"So, would you be willing to become my Dao Companion?"

The two looked into each other’s eyes.

Yan Yu lightly nodded, but for an unknown reason, she hesitated for a moment before speaking, "However, I can only give you one offspring, because I’m still the Empress’s Flame Guard..."

"..."

Goodness!

Already thinking about having children.

"That’s what you said, to give birth to one child for me, then you can continue as a Flame Guard."

A hint of amusement appeared in Qin Yu’s eyes.

He already knew that the reason his lovely wives hadn’t conceived was because they transformed into Warm Currents, improving their constitution.

To what extent this improvement must reach to conceive, Qin Yu remains uncertain.

But clearly, it’s not a short-term affair.

"Alright!"

And the naive little bunny seemingly unaware of this, directly agreed.

"Don’t be afraid."

Qin Yu still felt a bit worried, after all, the little bunny seemed comparable in age to Lin Shuishui.

Everyone knows...

"Afraid? Why be afraid?"

Yan Yu looked puzzled.

She was simply unaccustomed, having never been touched before; though she’s had many exchanges with Qin Yu, they’ve only held hands.

Usually, she watches Qin Yu’s Dao Companions, and clearly that process isn’t as tedious as Sister Yan Zhi said, they appear...

To be in pain, but it doesn’t seem completely so.

However, fatigue is certainly present.

But as a Flame Guard, she has undertaken some Body Refinement practices; her physical condition may not match Qin Yu’s, but it isn’t too weak and certainly stronger than Qin Yu’s Dao Companions.

Therefore, she wasn’t afraid.

Facing Yan Yu’s pure gaze, Qin Yu suddenly felt he was too wicked.

How does it feel like being the big bad wolf tricking Little Red Riding Hood?!

Like Lin Qianqian, Su Xiyue, and the other lovely wives might not have experienced affairs, yet they know somewhat about matters between men and women, but the little bunny is pure as a blank paper.

Although she might have seen the most, she has no theoretical knowledge supporting this aspect.

"Um!..."

Suddenly, Yan Yu hummed softly, her brows furrowed tighter.

Clearly, being continually corroded wasn’t pleasant.

"Can I be healed now?"

She’s already started to ask actively.

Qin Yu naturally knew Yan Yu’s situation had reached utmost urgency and immediately replied, "Yes!"

He gently exhaled.

Stretching his hand, he removed Yan Yu’s torn outer garment.

Beneath the white skin, the black lines appeared faintly but still couldn’t conceal the tenderness of her skin.

Yan Yu instinctively curled up slightly, seemingly sensing Qin Yu’s concerned gaze, then gradually relaxing.

It was just healing, Qin Yu, such a good person, wouldn’t harm her.

"This silly rabbit."

Qin Yu sighed inwardly, the more straightforward her gaze, the more intense his inexplicable guilt became.

It really is strange.

Clearly, Yan Yu herself requested it.

"How about I tell you a story?"

Qin Yu gently stroked Yan Yu’s hair, his hand softly passing through, eliciting a captivating fragrance, finally his palm gently settled on those alluring, cute little rabbit ears.

The touch was unique.

Soft.

Tender.

Momentarily making him reluctant to let go.

Yan Yu’s body involuntarily stiffened; if not for some discomfort, she might have instinctively evaded.

Only for a moment.

The pair of rabbit ears turned to an adorable pink.

As her gaze raised again, the Flame Guard who never seemed affected by anything now had shimmering eyes.

"Eh?"

Qin Yu felt surprised, not expecting that just touching the little bunny’s ears would yield such a change.

If it’s... her tail?!

Now isn’t urgent, healing is paramount.

Thus, Qin Yu began telling Yan Yu a story: "In the Aolai Country, there is a Water Curtain Cave, beneath the Water Curtain Cave of the East Sea Dragon Palace lies a Divine Artifact named: Stabilizing Needle."