Battle Through the Heavens: Beauties Abound Starting with Yunlan and Her Disciples

44: Section 44Thinking of those greedy and petty people, then looking at the pure-hearted and deeply affectionate Young ladies around him, a sense of satisfaction and protective desire that was hard to put into words surged in Yun Xiancheng’s heart.

Immediately after, the system automatically boosted Yun Xiancheng’s comprehension, allowing him to continue perfecting the unfinished technique.

That endless wisdom allowed him to instantly grasp the direction for his technique’s advancement. It soared from a quasi-Earth-Rank Technique to an Earth-Rank intermediate technique.

That wasn’t important. What mattered was that he could now split off sub-techniques. They were one rank lower than the main technique but bound to it. If enough people practiced the sub-techniques, the technique could evolve.

Now, Xiao Yan could absorb Heavenly Flames to strengthen the technique, and he could take more into his harem to strengthen it as well. It could be given to some girls in the harem who didn’t have unique techniques.

At the same time, besides this, the label of Bearing Heavens Mandate was also applied to his body. A surge of knowledge flooded in, letting him instantly understand how this thing worked.

In his dantian, a brilliant golden light suddenly lit up. As the light flowed, it unexpectedly echoed with the golden light inside Xiao Yan’s dantian nearby, connecting a faint, golden thread.

”This is... the bond between us.” Yun Xiancheng took Xiao Yan’s slightly cool hand, feeling the connection that originated from the depths of their souls, and explained softly, ”From now on, the Dou Qi we cultivate can nourish and benefit each other.”

He felt the subtle changes in the Dou Qi within his body; not only was it more refined, but it also seemed to carry a trace of Xiao Yan’s unique aura, and Xiao Yan’s aura was likewise becoming increasingly condensed and harmonious.

Although the efficiency of this feedback was not high initially, it was a steady, long-term process that worked subtly. More importantly... it benefited the entire harem.

Theoretically, if there were enough people in the harem, one wouldn’t even need to cultivate; relying on the feedback loop of Dou Qi would be faster than a normal person’s cultivation.

In time, it would be like stepping on one’s own feet to fly, steadily increasing each other’s cultivation speed and achieving a ”stacking joy” effect where one plus one is greater than two. ”Moreover,” Yun Xiancheng added with a glint of amusement in his eyes, ”Xiao Mei and the others will also be able to catch some of this radiance in the future and receive some minor divine benefits.”

The harem’s fortunes were connected; if one flourished, all flourished. He loved this arrangement the most.

That the Young ladies of his harem could keep up with his pace was perhaps the meaning of Bearing Heavens Mandate and sharing blessings. Xiao Yan heard this, her beautiful eyes wide, her small mouth slightly agape, her face full of disbelief: ”This... this is so miraculous?”

This simply subverted her understanding of cultivation! ”This is so miraculous?”

A crisp, ethereal voice sounded from the ring on Yun Xiancheng’s chest; it was the Medicine Lady poking her little head out. She had been hiding until now, but was startled by this strange phenomenon. As a former peak Alchemist, she was knowledgeable and experienced, yet she had never heard of such a mysterious event.

The Medicine Lady’s lively eyes rolled around, and her petite figure floated out from the ring, hovering in mid-air. She carefully examined the shining golden light at Yun Xiancheng’s dantian, her little nose twitching slightly as if sensing something.

After a long while, she let out a sigh of amazement, her tone mixed with complexity: ”You, this disciple... are truly... formidable!” She tilted her little head, her eyes as pure as obsidian fixed on Yun Xiancheng’s eyes, filled with inquiry and curiosity. ”Even I, as your master, have never seen such a miraculous item in the past.”

Facing the surprised and inquisitive gazes of the two stunning Young ladies, a surge of heroism rose in Yun Xiancheng’s heart. He stretched out his long arms, pulling both of them into his embrace. Feeling the warmth and softness of holding them both, he laughed loudly: ”This is the irreplaceable bond between us!”

The Medicine Lady’s pretty face flushed red from his sudden intimate action, and she struggled symbolically. The white-haired Loli Master shyly turned into a stream of light and retreated into the ring, leaving only a soft huff: ”Hmph!” It was filled with a touch of coquetry and shyness.

Only Yun Xiancheng and Xiao Yan remained in the Cave, and the atmosphere became intimate and warm once again. The two lingered together for a moment longer before Yun Xiancheng carefully smoothed out the wrinkles in Xiao Yan’s clothes and straightened her messy hair. Then, he held her hand, and they walked out of the Cave that had witnessed the merging of their lives.

087 Xiao Yu, I will marry you.

Before they even got close, Ya Fei’s soft, smiling voice came from the carriage: ”Is that Xiancheng and little sister Xiao Yan back?” With the words, the carriage curtain was gently lifted, revealing Ya Fei’s charming face.

”Yes, it’s us. You have been waiting here... until now?” Yun Xiancheng asked. Her gaze swept over the two of them, their hands tightly clasped. Her eyes fluttered, and she understood seven or eight tenths of the situation, the smile on her lips deepening. ”You two, missing all night; I imagine you must have spent... hmm, an extremely wonderful night, right?”

Her words carried a hint of teasing, but there was no jealousy at all. Yun Xiancheng nodded calmly, tacitly acknowledging Ya Fei’s teasing. He held Xiao Yan’s hand and bent down to enter the spacious carriage. The interior was furnished warmly and elegantly, with incense curling in the air.

However, as his gaze swept across, he saw Xiao Yu sitting upright on the soft couch, her slender, well-proportioned legs pressed together, without shoes or socks on her feet. Her fair, delicate toes were as round and cute as pearls, and they were currently shrinking and swaying restlessly, revealing the nervousness and expectation in their owner’s heart. A pair of brand-new white silk stockings were neatly folded on the cushion beside her, seemingly taken off when she went to sleep. ”Go... Good morning.” Seeing Yun Xiancheng enter, two blushes flew onto Xiao Yu’s fair, pretty face, and her voice was as thin as a mosquito’s, greeting him with a hint of shyness.

”Good morning, Yu’er.” Yun Xiancheng nodded gently at her, his gaze lingering on her exposed jade feet for a moment before moving away. ”Yu’er has been waiting here foolishly for a long time. She said she has wanted to see you for a long time, but you were late in coming.” Seeing this, Ya Fei covered her mouth and chuckled, pointing out Xiao Yu’s thoughts for her. Her words carried a hint of advice for the newcomer, and also seemed to be striving for something for Xiao Yu.

”Sister Ya Fei... you don’t need to say so much.” Xiao Yu looked a bit shy, lowering her head, completely afraid to look up at Yun Xiancheng and Xiao Yan. Seeing her like this, Yun Xiancheng walked over to Ya Fei and pecked her beautiful red lips, as a greeting. ”Is that so? Then Yu’er... I certainly cannot treat you unfairly.”

Hearing Ya Fei’s words, his heart stirred, and he instantly understood that Xiao Yu had probably sat here waiting for them all night. Facing such a devoted woman who waited silently, a wave of pity and guilt surged in Yun Xiancheng’s heart. He was going to hold a wedding soon, and since there was going to be a wedding, the Young ladies of the Xiao Family certainly couldn’t be left out.

He no longer hesitated, stepped forward a few paces, and under Xiao Yu’s slightly stunned gaze, gently and firmly pulled her into his embrace. ”You’ve worked hard, Yu’er.” His voice was low and filled with love.

Xiao Yu had never expected that Yun Xiancheng would hug her so directly in front of Ya Fei and her own sister! A wave of heat rushed to the top of her head, her little face instantly turning as red as a cooked shrimp, even her earlobes stained with crimson. The young lady’s body stiffened for a moment, then softened in his warm embrace, her heartbeat thumping like a drum.

Xiao Yan and Ya Fei saw this scene and exchanged smiles, their eyes filled with kind teasing and understanding. ”I... it’s nothing. I... I’m not angry.” Xiao Yu blushed, burying her head in Yun Xiancheng’s chest, her soft, sweet voice defending herself, but it sounded more like acting spoiled.

Yun Xiancheng gently stroked her soft long hair, planting dense kisses on her ear, and then whispered in a voice only the two of them could hear: ”About last time... the thing by the tree, I’m sorry.” ”Th-there was no need to apologize.” Xiao Yu felt like she was about to faint from shyness. Although Yun Xiancheng’s voice was very soft, Ya Fei and Xiao Yan were sitting right next to them, which made her feel both sweet and embarrassed, her heart in complete chaos. ”Mm, Yu’er is truly a considerate and good girl.”

Yun Xiancheng let go of her, but his hands still held hers, his gaze earnestly fixed on her shy eyes as he spoke solemnly:

”Regardless of what happened, I take responsibility for my own actions. Even if Xiao Yu doesn’t mind, I must take responsibility. I want to marry you. Are you willing?”

This sudden confession was like a thunderclap on a clear day, not only stunning Xiao Yu instantly but also leaving Xiao Yan and Ya Fei, who were standing nearby, dumbfounded.

Xiao Yu never expected that Yun Xiancheng would say such a thing so directly in this situation.

Her mind went blank, with only the sound of her heartbeat thundering in her ears. ”Huh?”

Xiao Yan was the first to react, her face blooming with genuine joy. She hurried over to the two of them, took Xiao Yu’s hand, and said excitedly:

”Is Senior Brother finally going to have a happy ending with Big Sister? That’s wonderful!” ”W-wouldn’t that be a bit too fast?”

Xiao Yu still looked somewhat bashful, her eyes darting away, clearly still teetering on the edge of hesitation. ”It’s not fast.”

Yun Xiancheng smiled slightly, his tone firm, ”As long as you don’t reject me in your heart, Xiao Yu, then it’s not too fast.”

Of course, Xiao Yu did not reject him; in fact, it could be said that she had long since given him her heart.

Previously at the Xiao Family, she had even taken the initiative to act as the ”adhesive,” fostering an alliance among the sisters of the Xiao Family.

But when it actually came down to the final moment, being ”forced to marry” to her face, the young girl’s bashfulness still made it difficult for her to frankly say that ”I am willing.”

Xiao Yan squeezed Xiao Yu’s hand, her eyes filled with anticipation and longing, ”In the future, we will definitely always, always be together, right? Like now, never separating?”

Feeling her younger sister’s sincere expectation, as well as Yun Xiancheng’s gentle yet firm gaze, Xiao Yu finally stopped hesitating.

She took a deep breath, lowered her head, and said in a voice so soft it was barely audible, yet incredibly clear, ”Hmm. Then I... am willing.”

The moment the words fell, Yun Xiancheng pulled Xiao Yu tightly into his arms once more, as if he wanted to knead her into his very bones and blood.

He was about to go out for training with Xiao Yan and would not be able to accompany these Young ladies to the Jia Nan Academy for some time.

Although theoretically, he could wait until they reunited at the Jia Nan Academy to continue his conquest and slowly cultivate feelings... but why bother?

Since the affection was strong and the conditions were ripe at this moment, why delay it intentionally and add unnecessary variables?

He had transmigrated into this world and come to Wutan City precisely to start his own harem era!

If he could take someone into his pocket, he would never let them go; if he could avoid hesitation, he would skip it entirely.

Even after marriage, life could still be lived with zest; maintaining a relationship wasn’t just about the push-and-pull and testing that came before falling in love.

The days of living together, sharing joys and sorrows, and the steady flow of time would also be a different kind of scenery.

At this moment, inside the carriage, the air was filled with the warmth of spring, surpassing the biting cold wind outside the window.

088 Jia Nan Academy Enrollment

Some time passed, and it was early morning on the last day before the New Year.

Inside Wutan City, the newly erected enrollment center for the Jia Nan Academy was already bustling with noise, shoulder to shoulder.

Numerous citizens were crowding around the enrollment center, three layers inside and three layers outside; onlookers, those genuinely wanting to enroll, all sorts of people were squeezed together, making it impassable and incredibly lively.

One didn’t know if just watching would allow them to enroll, but everyone was acting like they had gone mad, wishing they could burst the enrollment center open.

Perhaps people of the Jia Ma Empire had a habit of rubbernecking, which led to those on the outer perimeter being unable to move forward or backward, unable to take a single step, and feeling extremely uncomfortable. ”Stop watching, stop watching!”

Xiao Yu secretly took Yun Xiancheng’s hand, snatching the right-hand spot from her obedient younger sister Xiao Mei, and coquettishly called for Yun Xiancheng to snap out of his daze, her tone carrying a hint of acting spoiled.

”People without a background just have to obediently line up, but we are different.” Xiao Yu’s eyes were shining, and she said with a proud face:

”The instructor here for enrollment happens to be my own instructor; I’ll take you to use the back door, saving time and effort.” After saying this, Xiao Yu pulled Yun Xiancheng and walked towards the side and back of the enrollment center.

Behind Yun Xiancheng, the other Young ladies who were unaware felt surprised by Xiao Yu’s sudden initiative, secretly guessing in their hearts, their eyes carrying a hint of envy and curiosity.

Xiao Yu led everyone in a large circle around the enrollment center, arriving at a place strictly guarded by squads of soldiers, with tight security and a solemn atmosphere.

After Xiao Yu presented her token, the leading officer checked it carefully, and after confirming it was correct, he nodded.

”Let them pass!” He ordered, his voice resonant and full of imposing momentum.

Yun Xiancheng stepped forward, walking ahead with a calm expression, his gaze peaceful and profound.

The surrounding soldiers immediately made a uniform sound of clashing armor, their aura imposing, giving one a strong sense of oppression.

A small path just wide enough for people to pass through slowly appeared, as if it were a passageway specially opened for them.

The Young ladies filed in one after another, and a rich scent of battlefield blood hit them, making one unable to help but feel awe. Then

”Why do these young girls have such a strong aura of blood on them?” These soldiers suddenly said in surprise, their faces showing expressions of confusion.

It was normal for them, as veterans who had been on the battlefield, to have an aura of blood, but the scent of blood on this group of young girls, who looked only fourteen or fifteen years old, was not inferior, and even stronger; this was truly inconceivable.

Especially the man in white leading them, the richness of his blood aura far exceeded that of ordinary people, like a drawn sharp sword, its edge exposed, making people afraid to look directly at him; he was definitely someone who saw killing as a common occurrence.

”Good man!” The officer couldn’t help but praise, his eyes revealing a look of appreciation: ”On the battlefield, you would definitely be a warrior braver than the entire army, invincible!”

Yun Xiancheng nodded lightly, sparing his words like gold, his expression remaining calm as water; he turned back and nodded to the officer. ”Hmm.”

The officer seemed to be a person of experience; seeing Yun Xiancheng’s appearance, he seemed to recall something, his mouth opening in surprise, and then seeing Nalan Yanran following beside Yun Xiancheng, he was even more certain in his heart.

A bit of admiration for a genius arose in his heart, and he cupped his fists, saying: ”Please proceed!”

Although the other soldiers didn’t know Yun Xiancheng, they also had the most basic respect for a genius and cupped their fists one after another, saying: ”Please proceed!”

After passing the test of these veterans, the interior of the Jia Nan Academy’s enrollment tent seemed much more spacious.

Some Jia Nan Academy students were gathered together, discussing the quality of the Wutan City students. Although these people were students, the habit of competing with each other was not lacking in the slightest.

”Xiao Yu? Did you bring your relatives here to enroll?” Just then, a slightly arrogant voice was heard, and a male student wearing a gray and white school uniform walked over, looking full of confidence.

”You people from Wutan City... the level is quite poor, and you bringing so many people through the back door all at once... will make it difficult for the instructors.” Yun Xiancheng frowned slightly, looking at this male student in the gray and white uniform, a flash of displeasure crossing his eyes.

”Luo Bu, cut it out, I wouldn’t make things difficult for the instructors.” Xiao Yu also frowned and scolded, looking like she really disliked him.

”Heh, you went home for a trip, did you find a boyfriend?” Luo Bu saw Xiao Yu holding Yun Xiancheng’s hand and spoke mockingly.

Although Luo Bu’s original intention was to mock Xiao Yu, for some reason, he only saw Xiao Yu’s face turn red, and then she looked affectionately at the ”pretty boy” in his eyes.

”I’ll count that as you speaking nicely, but talk less nonsense.” Yun Xiancheng glared at Luo Bu, his tone calm as he said: ”We are here to do proper business; either do your job, or get lost.”

To outsiders, Yun Xiancheng spoke very politely, but for Luo Bu, it was not pleasant at all.

This glare made cold sweat stream down Luo Bu’s face, and his complexion instantly turned incredibly pale. What is going on!?

A hint of terror appeared on his face, and he slumped to the side very ungracefully, saying: ”I didn’t, I didn’t, I was just here to have the people using the back door take the willpower test.” He was so afraid that if he were a second too slow in his actions, he would be killed on the spot.