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During this time, Chu Mingxuan seemed very busy. Since the last time he left, he hasn't come back at all. He hasn't even sent anyone to inquire about Ren Pingsheng's considerations. This made Ren Pingsheng quite happy. Whatever can be delayed will be delayed.
On the other hand, Han Feng came by twice, but each time he just sat for a while and then left. The discussions were always about cultivation topics or a duel; nothing else was involved.
"Yanran, what's wrong? The last two times I saw you, you seemed downcast," Ren Pingsheng asked as he looked at the somewhat dazed Chu Yanran.
"Ah, it's nothing. I just tested my mother a bit when I returned last time and mentioned our situation. She didn't really agree. So..." Chu Yanran said with a gloomy expression.
"There's no need to be upset; things can change. We don't have to rush. As long as we have four or five more years, no one will be able to stop us. You have to trust me."
"Yeah, I trust you. It's just that hearing her nagging in my ear every day is a bit annoying. Plus, she actually wants to introduce me to some well-matched men with power and background. It's so bothersome!"
"Hehe, it's fine. In half a month, we'll be able to return to Great Chu Academy, and then no one will bother you anymore. For now, spend more time with your mother; maybe we'll stay in the Academy for a long time," Ren Pingsheng said with a smile. He was unfamiliar with the concept of a mother; he hadn't seen his own since he could remember. So he didn't think much of Chu Yanran's complaints; instead, he felt a bit envious.
"Alright, I'll listen to you. How have you been staying at Brother Three's place? If you've faced any grievances, I'll go teach him a lesson," she said playfully as she regained her spirits.
"Very well; you don't need to worry about it. If he hears you say that, he might get sad," Ren Pingsheng replied while holding her hand and smiling at her adorable expression.
"Hmph, Brother Three dotes on me the most; even if he hears it, he definitely won't get angry," Chu Yanran said with a relaxed smile, her eyes like crescent moons and her smile like blooming flowers, making Ren Pingsheng momentarily entranced.
"What... are you looking at? Don't stare!" Her face turned red like a ripe apple when she noticed his gaze fixed on her.
"You're still looking?" She raised her fist and playfully punched Ren Pingsheng's chest. Even her delicate neck and little ears turned rosy.
"Yanran, you're truly beautiful." Ren Pingsheng reached out and pulled her into his embrace, his expression full of joy and satisfaction. To have one confidant in life is enough; to find someone to love is even more fulfilling.
Chu Yanran was startled and struggled for a moment but then closed her eyes and obediently leaned against Ren Pingsheng's chest. However, her heart raced like drums, making it clear how nervous she felt at that moment. But soon she relaxed; her stiff body softened as she found warmth and safety in his embrace.
Suddenly, a light cough interrupted their beautiful quiet atmosphere. Chu Yanran jumped out of Ren Pingsheng's arms like a startled rabbit. With her face flushed, she shot him an annoyed glance before glancing at Chu Mingxuan not far away and muttered "I'm going back," leaving awkwardly.
"It turns out to be Brother Chu; I apologize for the disturbance," Ren Pingsheng said awkwardly as he rubbed his nose.
"Hehe, it's fine. It's completely normal; no one can escape such customs!" He walked over lightly and sat on the stone bench with a smile, seemingly unconcerned about what had just happened.
"By the way, I wonder how Brother Ren has considered the matter from last time?"
"Uh... I've thought about it for a while since I got back. It's just that I'm used to being idle, and I'm afraid that after returning to the academy, it will be hard for me to come out again. With my current cultivation level, I really can't help with Brother Chu's situation."
"Oh, so you aren't considering things with Yanran either?" Chu Mingxuan asked unexpectedly. He didn't expect Ren Pingsheng to refuse. At this moment, he was still thinking about the original plan. It seemed that it would need to be changed or replaced with another plan.
"I'm not in a hurry regarding Yanran. I believe that in a few years, I will have the strength to take her away openly," Ren Pingsheng said. Since he had already refused, he couldn't expect others to help him, but he was confident in himself. As long as he was given time, he would quickly become stronger.
"Haha, since you've made your decision, I won't press you. However, if I successfully ascend to the Throne this time, I will definitely help you both. After all, Yanran is my sister, and I want her to be happy. And I can see that you both like each other very much. I believe that with Brother Ren's talent, you won't disgrace her."
Chu Mingxuan showed no displeasure at Ren Pingsheng's refusal. On the contrary, he expressed his intention to help the two of them. This made Ren Pingsheng feel touched while also becoming wary of him in his heart. A person who doesn't show their emotions is the most dangerous.
After Chu Mingxuan left, Ren Pingsheng returned to his room. After refusing the offer, he felt relieved. Although his decision seemed somewhat unwise, he didn't care anymore. Soon he would be leaving; he wouldn't let himself fall into endless troubles for the sake of so-called face.
As Ren Pingsheng entered his cultivation state, Chu Mingxuan returned to his study. However, his expression was somewhat gloomy; it seemed that what had just happened had affected him as well.
"Sigh, I didn't expect you to refuse. In that case, I'll have to adopt another plan. Although this plan has a higher success rate, it's somewhat rushed and not the best plan. What a pity!" he muttered to himself, not knowing why he felt regretful.
With his eyes closed, Ren Pingsheng's soul power in his sea of consciousness formed a gray whirlwind. With each rotation, it would pull down several strands of gray mist from the surrounding gray clouds and merge them together to grow stronger. The gray whirlwind grew larger and larger each time, while the gray clouds became increasingly fragmented and seemed on the verge of completely collapsing.
Ren Pingsheng's soul power in the sea of consciousness had grown several times stronger than before. Now his sensations were more pronounced; whether in practicing sword techniques or controlling power, everything felt more effortless. Moreover, the strength of his soul allowed him to understand sword momentum and Artistic Conception even better. He could apply it in sword techniques for longer durations. Although his cultivation level hadn't broken through, his overall strength had increased significantly.
"At this rate, I should be able to break through tonight. I wonder what benefits will come after breaking through the Soul Refinement Technique," Ren Pingsheng murmured as he stood up and stretched.
"Not only will my soul power increase greatly; I'm afraid my sea of consciousness will expand quite a bit too!" Thinking of those boundless gray clouds, he suddenly realized this fact. The more gray clouds he devoured, the more they would disappear. Wouldn't his sea of consciousness gradually expand as those gray clouds vanished?
The larger the sea of consciousness grew, the more soul power it could hold. This formed a virtuous cycle that was crucial for improving both cultivation and comprehension talent—essential for surpassing other talented Monsters.
"Soul secret techniques develop one's soul. I wonder if those talented Monsters practice them too? If they do, then the gap might not be very wide." Although he was confident in the soul secret technique inherent in the Ancient Lan Divine Technique, others' soul secret techniques might not be inferior either. This advantage could diminish significantly without him realizing it.
"Soul secret techniques are quite rare; aside from some major powers keeping them reserved, there are very few others." The Demon Emperor kindly reminded him.
"Well, I'm not worried; I'm just curious why such effective soul secret techniques haven't been widely circulated. They would greatly enhance a warrior's strength."
"Hey, do you think the Soul secret technique is so easy to create? What has been passed down now is from a few previous eras, crafted with great effort by some extraordinary beings. That's why it won't be spread around; those powerful factions would rather keep it to themselves than do something so foolish."
"It seems I have been a bit shortsighted. However, whether it's a cultivation method or a secret technique, in the end, it still relies on oneself. Some people who haven't cultivated the Soul secret technique are still incredibly powerful and unmatched. Ultimately, these are just external factors; what truly matters is one's own strength. It's just that with them, we can progress faster."
Ren Pingsheng understood clearly that without personal strength, no matter how good the external conditions are, they are useless. With this thought in mind, he lost his desire to rest and immediately continued his cultivation, preparing to break through in one go.
In the Sea of Consciousness, the Soul Whirlwind seemed to intensify even more, perhaps due to his emotional state. The speed of absorption increased as well. The gray cloud visibly shrank to about one-tenth of its original size and continued to diminish.
"Almost there, almost there," Ren Pingsheng murmured to himself. Once he broke through this Soul Refinement Technique, he could pursue breakthroughs in his cultivation without any reservations; otherwise, he would always have a layer of worry that prevented him from fully immersing himself in his practice.
Time passed slowly, and outside it was already nighttime. He had been cultivating for five hours, and the room remained silent. Sitting on the bed, Ren Pingsheng appeared calm. However, within his Sea of Consciousness, there began to be intense reactions.
The ever-growing Soul Whirlwind finally devoured that gray cloud. Then the entire whirlwind trembled violently and began to shrink.
The entire Sea of Consciousness vibrated rhythmically, and the Soul Power trembled along with it. Gradually, it became clearer and stronger. All the Soul Power seemed to be undergoing refinement, constantly changing shapes in the air. A wisp of grayish-white mist was continuously drawn away and then vanished.
Ren Pingsheng clearly felt that these were impurities within the Soul. After they disappeared, he felt completely relaxed; both his mental state and concentration had invisibly improved significantly. He felt more capable of seeing through many things that had previously been unclear.
About a quarter of an hour later, the Sea of Consciousness returned to calmness, with the Soul Power quietly drifting about. It appeared purer and more robust than before. Because he had absorbed that gray cloud, the Sea of Consciousness had expanded slightly. The position where the cloud had been was now filled with Soul Power.
"Ah... I can't let these go!" Looking at the boundless Gray Clouds outside, he couldn't help but exclaim. If he could absorb all these Gray Clouds, he believed his strength would undergo a tremendous transformation, no longer fearing anyone at all.
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