Chapter 289: Did I Forgot Something
Chapter 289: Did I Forgot Something
Hydration.
That was the word Li Xiaofei thought of. After the night they had spent together, Tan Qingying looked like she had been rejuvenated, like a delicate flower bud washed in morning dew on the verge of blooming into an unparalleled beauty.
A mysterious, sacred power simmered just beneath the surface of her skin. It was the power of bloodlines! Li Xiaofei had sensed a similar fluctuation when he had crossed swords with Tsukiha Yaiba, so he recognized it immediately.
But clearly, Tan Qingying’s bloodline was far more vast and holy. It was like the moon compared to a mere firefly. Furthermore, this bloodline gave Tan Qingying a noble and untouchable sanctity that radiated from within her. She carried an overwhelming presence, as if she were a celestial maiden descended from the heavens.
“How are you feeling?” Li Xiaofei swallowed hard, unable to stop himself from asking.
Tan Qingying stretched lazily, unashamed as she revealed her graceful form, a mischievous smile on her lips as she teased, “Your technique is pretty good. I feel quite satisfied.”
Li Xiaofei was speechless.
Well, well... seems like she’s even better at steering the car than I am.
"I'm talking about what's happening inside your body..." Li Xiaofei tried to explain.
"Oh, you mean that? Well, to make sure you’re comfortable, I didn’t take any precautions. But don’t worry, my bloodline is special; one or two times won’t lead to anything serious," Tan Qingying teased, clearly enjoying the moment.
"That’s not what I meant..." Li Xiaofei sighed, then walked over and playfully slapped her backside.
Smack!
A soft ripple spread across her white skin.
"Hehehe..." Tan Qingying laughed mischievously.
She quickly flipped over, wrapping her arms around Li Xiaofei and pressing herself close to him. Her face nuzzled against his with an endless tenderness.
"I know what you're asking, but this is my first time too, so I don’t really know. It feels like my bloodline got activated somehow. The world looks different now, but I’ll have to practice and figure out how to use this bloodline ability. Should I call my dad and ask?" she said, her eyes twinkling with mischief.
Li Xiaofei quickly waved it off and replied, "No need for that."
The last thing he needed was her father finding out about what had happened between them. That would be incredibly awkward.
"Where did you get this Yin-Yang Resonance of Great Sorrow technique?" he asked, steering the conversation in a different direction.
Tan Qingying stretched gracefully as she replied, "It was given to me by an uncle from our family headquarters. He was very serious about it, telling me to study and master the theoretical knowledge because it would be useful in the future."
Li Xiaofei was momentarily stunned.
The Tan family gave her something like this?
He had a vague feeling that something wasn’t quite right. This dual cultivation technique was undeniably extraordinary. The benefits it provided to both participants were immense.
Li Xiaofei could feel that the starforce qi within him had grown several times more potent than it had been before the previous night. His yin and yang had harmonized, and his physical body seemed to have undergone some form of purification.
Though the immediate boost in his combat power wasn’t drastic, it was as if a major obstacle on his path had been removed entirely. It was like a mountain that had once blocked the road had suddenly been lifted away, clearing the way forward.
Now, when he reached that spot, there would be no need to climb or move the mountain; it was simply gone.
Li Xiaofei pulled Tan Qingying out of bed and into his arms. She let out a small surprised cry.
“Come on, let’s go wash up,” Li Xiaofei smiled at her.
Tan Qingying, surprised, replied, “Didn’t you once say that water is scarce in the slum and no one ever takes baths?”
“That was before,” Li Xiaofei said, carrying her into the bathroom, pride evident in his voice. “After you mentioned it last time, I had a proper bath built here, with hot water stored up. I’ve fought for Liuhe Base City and bled for its people; what’s wrong with letting my wife enjoy a hot bath?”
He turned on the shower. A fine spray of hot water rained down, filling the bathroom with a soft, white mist. Tan Qingying’s damp hair clung to her temples.
She held Li Xiaofei tightly as she stood on tiptoes. Her chin rested on his shoulder as she pressed herself as close to him as she could, as if she wanted to merge her body with his.
“What’s wrong?” Li Xiaofei asked, sensing the change in her mood.
In a soft voice, she whispered, “It feels like a dream... I just wish this dream would never end.”
Li Xiaofei smiled and said, "This isn't a dream. It's our reality, and it will last forever. Whoever dares to stand in our way, I'll fight them until the skies darken and the sun and moon lose their light."
Tan Qingying laughed softly as a single tear slipped down her cheek. But Li Xiaofei didn’t notice.
As the hot water poured over them, soaking them completely, Tan Qingying kissed his neck and slowly moved downward, whispering, "I want more."
This is going to be the death of me. Li Xiaofei thought as his body responded, heat rising once again.
***
The building that Li Xiaofei had previously destroyed at the Martial Arts Alliance Headquarters had long since been repaired. In fact, it had been redesigned to look even more grandiose.
Over two hundred leaders from various large and small factions of Liuhe Base City had gathered, creating a lively and impressive scene.
The white haired rotating chairman, Ning Wuwo was dressed in a long blue robe and carried himself with a sense of detached dignity. His face was glowing with vitality, and his smile was warm as he greeted each guest individually, ensuring they were seated comfortably.
The finest tea and wine were served in abundance. It was a bustling atmosphere. This was a time of celebration for the gangs. Ever since the Ye family was wiped out by Ghost Slayer Zhong Kui, the other four great families had been living in fear, keeping their heads down and avoiding trouble.
As a result, the various gangs had seized the opportunity to expand their territories, and each gang had begun to rise in prominence.
“Old Ning, it’s getting late. Why hasn’t President Li arrived yet?” one leader asked.
“Yeah, wasn’t President Li supposed to show up?”
“Ning, don’t tell me you’ve been spreading false rumors?” another teased.
“I’m only here today out of respect for President Li. If you’re fooling us, don’t blame me if I lose my temper.” One of the more influential leaders warned with a grin, though there was a hint of seriousness in his tone.
In just a few short months, the number of gangs wiped out by Li Xiaofei had already surpassed double digits. As time passed and the agreed-upon hour had long passed without a sign of Li Xiaofei, the gang leaders began to grow anxious.
In truth, many of them had already caught wind of the true purpose behind this gang meeting. Wherever there were people, there was a martial world. And it was in places where there were gangs that the battles of the martial world were the fiercest.
If it had been anyone else trying to organize a Martial Arts Conference, no one would have taken it seriously. Instead, they would have mocked the organizer, dismissing it as a fool’s dream. Even Shangguan Tianyu, the former leader of Tianyu Palace, once the most powerful gang in Liuhe Base City, couldn’t have pulled it off.
But when Li Xiaofei called for a meeting, no one dared to ignore it. He was powerful and ruthless. He held sway over both the underworld and the legitimate world, dealing deadly blows even fiercer than the now-destroyed Ye family.
When he decided to wipe out Tianyu Palace, it was gone, just like that. It wasn’t just the big gangs like Tianyu Palace that had fallen at his hands either. Smaller ones, like the Dragon Claw Gang, Iron Palm Ltd., and Flying Cloud Sword Gang, had also been eradicated with ease. If one counted carefully, the numbers were staggering.
Who would dare not take his words seriously? Yet, despite waiting for so long, Li Xiaofei still hadn’t shown up, which was starting to feel like a blatant disregard for everyone present.
Even Ning Wuwo was getting a bit puzzled.
The meeting has been scheduled in advance, so why hasn't Li Xiaofei arrived yet? Did he change his mind at the last minute and ditch us?
A sense of unease began to creep over him. Quickly, Ning Wuwo dialed Li Xiaofei's number. No answer. He tried again. Still no response. Now, Ning Wuwo was genuinely worried.
At such a critical moment, how can Li Xiaofei be this unreliable? What on earth is this kid doing?.
He wondered, feeling the pressure of the anxious and restless crowd around him.
***
At the Cloudy Sky Gang Headquarters. In the president's quarters.
Within the steamy, intimate bathroom, Li Xiaofei let out a low growl.
Another few hundred billion lost.
Tan Qingying let out a scream before finally collapsing, completely spent. Her damp head rested on his chest as her breathing slowly calmed. Her stunning face still carried the rosy afterglow of her recent climax. n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
Li Xiaofei lay back in the bathtub. In the haze of relaxation, a vague feeling crept into his mind.
Did I forget something? But what is it?
The nagging thought lingered, yet he couldn't quite put his finger on it.