For Ming Yue’s words, Jiang Xuan didn’t believe it and thought she was just probing him. After getting scammed once, he became even more cautious.
Jiang Xuan quickly denied it, “Ming Yue, it looks like you misunderstood me. I’m not very talented in cultivation. To be honest, after so many years of practice, I’ve only reached the Martial Artist stage…”
Ming Yue responded with a half-smile, “Is that so? Seems like you don’t trust the great me enough.”
“No problem, I’m not in a rush to expose you. You’ll come to believe in me eventually. Let’s start by teaching you a special cultivation method.”
“Ming Yue, can monster clan cultivation methods also work for humans?”
“Not at all, I’m giving you a rare human cultivation method that will help you rapidly advance.”
Ming Yue pointed her jade-like finger on Jiang Xuan’s forehead, and suddenly, the content of a cultivation method called ‘Hehuan Formula’ appeared in his mind.
Seeing the numerous cultivation movements listed in the ‘Hehuan Formula’, Jiang Xuan became dumbfounded.
Before he could react, Ming Yue giggled, “This cultivation method was gifted to me by a human woman I saved before. She said it would be perfect when someone willing to devote themselves to me came along. Unexpectedly, this forgotten technique now has a chance to shine!”
Jiang Xuan: “……. ”
Understanding roughly what kind of method this was, Jiang Xuan promptly said, “Ming Yue, please calm down. In my opinion, this is actually an evil cultivation method. It can easily lead to going mad from overuse, and it’s probably spread by some evil cultivators. Don’t try it at all!”
“Huh? You mean you can’t try it, or you’re too scared to try?”
“Just because it’s dangerous to try it, I’m afraid to try it.”
Ming Yue: “??????”
With black lines on her face, Ming Yue said, “According to the ‘Hehuan Formula’, all you need to do is lie down to get stronger. Refusing such a simple thing?”
Jiang Xuan: “…”
Secretly thinking, “The cost of getting stronger while lying down might be too high! This must be the evil methods of a poor devil.” On the surface, he replied nonchalantly, “I don’t want strength gained through such dubious means!”
“What if I force it upon you?”
Jiang Xuan: “…”
“Ming Yue, we can discuss this properly… By the way, I’ll go right now and prepare dragon soup for you.”
“Sure, but first, why don’t we practice this method a few times together?”
Unable to stop him, Jiang Xuan found his hands pinned down, and something soft covered his mouth.
When Ming Yue demonstrated the moves listed in the method, Jiang Xuan discovered the flaws of the Great Sage were evident. The defense set up was completely ineffective against such an evil cultivation method. The Great Sage was just too weak.
Surprisingly, his cultivation level indeed showed signs of progression. Fortunately, System helped cover it up, making it look like there had been no changes in cultivation aura.
However, Ming Yue’s words left Jiang Xuan speechless, “Since you wish to devote yourself to me, I’ll fulfill your wish now.”
“How is it? Do you want more?”
“At first, you took the initiative, now you’re shy? Take your hand off me, let me see!”
Jiang Xuan: “……”
Hearing Ming Yue claim to be a valiant woman while acting like a street thug, Jiang Xuan wanted to flip her off, but he couldn’t even muster the energy to lift his hand.
Originally, he thought System covering his cultivation aura changes was good news; instead, it turned out to be a disaster. Ming Yue believed Jiang Xuan’s cultivation wasn’t rising because he hadn’t practiced enough, so she kept increasing training sessions regardless of his pleas.
Ultimately, when his cultivation broke through to the Martial Warrior stage without System’s help, Ming Yue smiled and said, “See? This cultivation technique definitely works. Now you believe me?”
Jiang Xuan nodded weakly, “Yes… it does seem effective… Could you please help stabilize my cultivation level?”
“Sure, I’ll stop bothering you for now, but did your devotion satisfy you?”
“Oh… yes… very much…”
With Jiang Xuan’s confirmation, Ming Yue cheerfully left, but not before adding, “From today, I’ll train with you every day to help increase your cultivation as a reward.”
Jiang Xuan: “? ? ? ? ?”
Feeling he’d lost big time, he realized this method was utterly worthless. The progress he made with Ming Yue was far less than half his usual self-improvement efforts. This type of cultivation seemed to be more damaging than beneficial.
Gazing at the ceiling blankly, Jiang Xuan sighed. Despite the positive change in his cultivation level, he couldn’t feel happy about it. Thinking ahead, his legs trembled slightly—he foresaw a murky future.
In the center hall of the Monster Clan camp:
Ming Yue addressed the purple-robed figure, “Xiao Jiu, from now on, you no longer need to spy on him. That human has devoted himself entirely to me.”
“Yes, My Lady!”
As Xiao Jiu’s figure vanished, Ming Yue thought to herself, “If you truly are the mysterious powerful being… you must be an incredibly frightening devil genius. How long until you grow strong enough to call me ‘Little Yueyue’? I’m really looking forward to it.”
Just as Ming Yue pondered over how to unlock new parts of the ‘Hehuan Formula,’ a white figure appeared at the entrance. Whispering to herself, “The aura left on Brother Xuan shows he is nearby. After searching for over a month, I finally found him.”
