Chapter 774 - 321: Array Formation on the Island
In Meng Ling’s cave mansion, the three of them sat around the table.
Chu Ning simply didn’t ask Wu Rongfeng about anything, but straightforwardly said to the two of them:
"Fellow Daoists, I have matters to attend to and will be leaving in the next couple of days."
Wu Rongfeng and Meng Ling exchanged a glance, and after the latter nodded, she said to Chu Ning:
"Fellow Daoist Chu, don’t rush. What do you think of the Divine Sound Valley as a place for cultivation?"
Hearing Wu Rongfeng’s words, Chu Ning was a bit puzzled by her meaning.
Still, he replied, "It is naturally excellent. The Spiritual Qi here is abundant; it is an Immortal Land."
"Our valley wishes to invite Fellow Daoist Chu to join as an honored guest elder. What do you think?"
Hearing Wu Rongfeng’s words, Chu Ning was initially taken aback, then had a sudden realization.
No wonder she wanted me to stay here for a few days; they want me to understand this Divine Sound Valley better.
But that’s not it; didn’t Meng Ling say before that all the honored guest elders of this valley are...
Just as this thought crossed Chu Ning’s mind, Wu Rongfeng continued:
"Fellow Daoist Chu, I’ll be straightforward. Junior Sister Meng wishes to become your dao companion.
In fact, Junior Sister has long intended to find a dao companion, but never found a suitable cultivator.
Your display of divine techniques in Snow Mist Valley has captured my sister’s heart, though, having only met you once, it was hard for her to express it directly.
I specifically invited you to the valley so you could communicate more.
These past few days, having interacted with Junior Sister Meng, you must have gotten a general idea."
Hearing this, Chu Ning realized he had guessed correctly.
Turning to Meng Ling, he noticed a slight blush on her face, yet her bright eyes met his openly.
He couldn’t help but sigh inwardly: Could it be a stroke of romantic luck lately?
First, Xi Wenxia confessed that she wanted to be his concubine; now, Meng Ling wishes to be his dao companion.
With these thoughts in mind, Chu Ning met Meng Ling’s gaze and said:
"I appreciate Fellow Daoist Meng’s affection, but I currently have no intention of finding a dao companion.
I’m afraid this might disappoint you, Fellow Daoist Meng."
Upon hearing this, the blush gradually faded from Meng Ling’s face.
On the side, Wu Rongfeng quickly interjected: "Fellow Daoist Chu, don’t reject immediately. I know you’ve known each other for a short time and need to understand more.
Why not stay in Divine Sound Valley a while longer, get to know Junior Sister Meng better, and then decide?"
As Wu Rongfeng finished speaking, a complex emotion flickered in Meng Ling’s bright eyes as she addressed Chu Ning:
"Fellow Daoist Chu, do you find me too impetuous, or is there something you don’t like?
In fact, during the Foundation Establishment Stage, the valley intended for me to find a dao companion, but I never did.
So rest assured, I am not a frivolous or reckless person.
Senior Sister Wu is right. Why not stay here longer and naturally you’ll come to understand me better."
Hearing this, Chu Ning shook his head:
"Fellow Daoist Meng, there’s no need to belittle yourself. No matter in terms of appearance or cultivation aptitude, you are exceptional. If I were to find a dao companion, finding such a flawless person would be a great blessing.
However, I am wholeheartedly focused on arduously cultivating for the Dao, with no intention of seeking a companion at the moment. I can only regretfully decline your affection."
What Chu Ning said was truly heartfelt. Although Meng Ling’s looks couldn’t compare to Cen Zijin or Shi Xuerong, she had a quaint and charming aura about her.
Moreover, having cultivated to the Middle Stage of Golden Core, her cultivation aptitude was indeed quite good.
"But what if Junior Sister Meng could help you with your cultivation?" At this moment, Wu Rongfeng suddenly asked with a smile.
Chu Ning turned his head and gave Wu Rongfeng a somewhat puzzled look.
Turning back to Meng Ling, he saw her face once again blushing slightly.
Wu Rongfeng then asked Meng Ling:
"Junior Sister Meng, should I say it or do you want to?"
Meng Ling glanced at Chu Ning with her bright eyes and said, "I think I should say it myself."
Then, boldly facing Chu Ning, Meng Ling said:
"Fellow Daoist Chu, my cultivation technique is somewhat unique. Normally, advancing in cultivation isn’t an issue.
But when encountering a major bottleneck, I can use a dao companion for the dual cultivation technique to break through.
For example, breaking through from Foundation Establishment to Golden Core, or from Golden Core to Nascent Soul.
The benefits of this are not just for myself; the dao companion in dual cultivation benefits equally."
She paused slightly before continuing:
"When I was at the Foundation Establishment Late Stage, some elders in the sect advised me to find a dao companion to help me break through to Golden Core faster, but I didn’t do that.
The reason I’m proactively approaching you, Fellow Daoist, is indeed because I am fond of you.
Furthermore, as Senior Sister Wu just mentioned, if you agree to become my dao companion in dual cultivation, I could indeed help with your cultivation.
By then, the probability of us both forming a Nascent Soul could increase by 20%."
"Can the dual cultivation technique increase the chance of becoming a Nascent Soul cultivator by 20%?"
Hearing what Meng Ling said, Chu Ning was quite astonished.
This kind of cultivation technique was something he was hearing about for the first time.
An increase of 20% in the probability of forming a Nascent Soul was indeed an opportunity many Golden Core cultivators would fight for.
Meng Ling, seeing the slightly surprised look on Chu Ning’s face, added:
"Also, rest assured, Fellow Daoist Chu, I am still a Primordial Yin maiden.
Even if you agree, formally becoming dao companions would be something to discuss after breaking through to the Golden Core Late Stage."
At this moment, Chu Ning saw Meng Ling in a new light.
Though petite, she was indeed graceful in conduct.
However, the temptation of increasing the Nascent Soul probability, while present, wasn’t that significant to him.