Traveling through time to cultivate immortality: a life and death test

The capital of Shangwu State was bustling with people, with a dazzling array of goods, and buildings carved with dragons and phoenixes. It was a truly bustling place, a paradise on earth. Liu Xing and his friend arrived exhausted, attracted by this prosperous world. They did not feel tired and started shopping. Qing'er was lively and active, dragging Liu Xing around, sometimes buying a string of candied haws and eating them together, and sometimes going into a clothing store to try on clothes one by one. They went to a jewelry store and tried on all kinds of jewelry. The waiter kept praising Qing'er for her beauty and said that everything she wore looked good. Qing'er was so happy that she wanted to buy the whole building. Liu Xing's forehead was covered with sweat, and he quickly pulled his aunt away because he did not have enough money in his bag.

"My daughter Qing'er is naturally beautiful. These vulgar things are not worthy of you." Seeing that Qing'er seemed unhappy, Liu Xing hurried to comfort her. Then he took out a jade bracelet like a magic trick, handed it to her and said, "Qing'er, this is for you."

"Wow, what a beautiful bracelet!" Qing'er beamed. This was her first gift from Brother Xing, so naturally she was overjoyed. She proudly held out her delicate hand, and Liu Xing, understanding, gently put it on her. The jade bracelet was crystal clear, free of impurities, and radiated a subtle luster. The more Dongfang Qing looked at it, the more she loved it. It felt as warm as jade, a feeling perhaps even more pronounced since it was a gift from her lover.

In truth, this jade bracelet was truly remarkable. Liu Xing had just sensed a faint spiritual energy emanating from it. Holding it in his hand, he felt a subtle influx of spiritual energy, nourishing his flesh and blood. He hadn't noticed any other jade products possessing this spiritual energy, so he assumed this was the only one, so he bought it without hesitation. Constantly nourished by this spiritual energy, he himself had undergone profound changes, reaping immense benefits. He gave the jade bracelet to Qing'er; wearing it regularly would also improve her health.

For the past two days, both of them were captivated by the capital's prosperity, wandering around, eating and drinking. They visited teahouses to listen to stories, brothels to hear music, and casinos to try their luck. They explored both high-end venues to broaden their horizons and refugee camps to experience hardship. In the same city, the same people, some lived in luxury, while others struggled to survive. Some enjoyed endless wealth and glory, while others endured endless suffering. Liu Xing felt that, despite different social systems, the complexities of life and class contradictions remained the same in past and present lives. Dongfang Qing, however, was deeply shocked. She had never imagined that the world could contain so many luxurious means of enjoyment, but also so much misery and helplessness. In this era of rampant materialism, everyone is caught up in it, unable to extricate themselves. The world is bustling with profit, and the world is bustling with profit. So many things have overturned her perceptions, making her less naive and more mature. Liu Xing had deliberately arranged which places to go and experience. If Qing'er was left to slowly explore and experience on her own, it might take ten years and many painful costs before she could come into contact with all kinds of society, understand the world, and not be deceived by evil spirits or blinded by the desire for power.

Liu Xing has his own perspective on education: he believes that the earlier a person matures, the more self-aware and self-disciplined they are. Self-discipline is essential for developing good habits, and good habits are the key to a successful life. Success lies in making the right choices, and the right ones require strong cognitive skills and social insight. Qing'er, a second-generation wealthy child, was pampered and kept in the boudoir, a kind of canary kept in the family room. She remained with her parents, forever a flower in a greenhouse, bound to her parents' wings for the rest of her life. Since ordinary methods failed to teach her, he exploited her love and dependence to force her into a habit of study, guiding her through the vicissitudes of society and her understanding of the world, helping her to mature mentally. Along the way, Qing'er saw, heard, and experienced firsthand, generating intense feelings and immense gains. Liu Xing was the director throughout this journey. His mature soul, the experiences of two lifetimes, and the vast knowledge he possessed brought him to a high level of understanding. He treated Qing'er with pressure, cruelty, and tenderness, gradually nurturing her into a mentally mature and accomplished student.

Treat this relationship. Qing'er is passionate and free-spirited. At her young age, she is completely driven by opposite-sex attraction and instinctive desire, so she loves passionately and without restraint. Liu Xing, on the other hand, is calm, restrained, and goes with the flow. He truly likes Qing'er's beauty, kindness, and youthful energy. He spares no effort to help Qing'er, mainly out of a sense of responsibility. First, he wants to be worthy of Qing'er's love, and second, he wants Qing'er to grow quickly and narrow the cognitive gap between them. He deeply understands that for a couple to have a long-term relationship, their thinking and cognition must be on par with each other; otherwise, they will only drift apart and become disunited. So many unhappy marriages in previous lives ultimately stem from this reason, so the experience of the older generation, that is, to find a partner who is of equal status, does have some truth to it.

As for the future, Qing'er was positive and optimistic, looking forward to growing old together with her lover and exploring the world together. Her heart was completely devoted to Liu Xing, vowing to follow him until death. Liu Xing, however, was filled with worry. The mystery of his time travel, his spiritual energy, and his rapid progress remained unsolved. Something must be wrong when things are out of the ordinary. He held too many secrets, and he didn't know what the future would hold. Furthermore, as he broke through the sixth level of the Ice Water Technique, he felt a growing sense of detachment, as if separation was imminent.

He hugged Qing'er tightly and stroked her hair, his heart filled with melancholy. The future was uncertain, and how could he be worthy of Qing'er's infatuation.

"Qing'er, if one day we have to separate for a period of time for some reason, you must take good care of yourself." Liu Xing decided to give Dongfang Qing some psychological preparation first.

"Don't worry, Brother Xing, I'm grown up now and can take care of myself. I will stay in Yanyu Pavilion or Taohua Valley and wait for you to come home." Dongfang Qing said confidently, not realizing Liu Xing's deep meaning at all.

"Qing'er is so good."

"Hmm~" Qing'er acted coquettishly in Liu Xing's arms, asking for a kiss, feeling the warmth of her lover. When the love was deep, she didn't care about anything else, and wanted to give everything she had.

Liu Xing was extremely restrained, determined not to break through to the final step. Qing'er was only seventeen, too young to harm her body; it would be detrimental to her personal growth. Losing her virginity too early would be detrimental to achieving the innate state. Based on his knowledge of the fusion of martial arts from all over the world, he knew that Yuan Yin and Yuan Yang possessed an inherent innate energy, and maintaining a virginal virginity was highly beneficial for achieving the innate state. Although he felt a strong desire, aroused by Qing'er's passionate feelings and her gentle, fragrant, and delicate body, he suppressed the fire with strong willpower. He quickly activated the Ice Water Technique to calm himself.

"Qing'er, you are such a charming little goblin." Liu Xing patted her butt and said hatefully.

"Hehehe~" Qing'er laughed non-stop, her eyes full of spring, and she panted softly.

Good times are always short. After enjoying these few days, it’s time to go to the palace to do some serious business.