Myriad Daos of the Heaven

First of all, it was the middle of the night, and Grandma Ye had actually told them to keep on having fun!

’Have fun with what?’

Then there was the part about spending more time together, communicating more, and deepening their relationship!

’What kind of relationship?’

And she even told Jiang Jichen to treat this place like his own home!

’In what capacity?’

Most importantly, she said he could make any request of Ye Rou!

’R...e...a...l...l...y?’

AWOOOO!

Jiang Jichen nearly howled like a wolf. He wanted to tell Grandma Ye that a fire was burning in his chest, that he really wanted to... with Ye Rou...

...um, discuss lofty ideals, chat about life, and envision the future!

Yes, his thoughts were just that pure.

"Jichen, what are you thinking about?"

Ye Rou asked, her melodious voice interrupting Jiang Jichen’s reverie.

"I..."

Jiang Jichen had just started to speak.

But Ye Rou had already cut in, "Mm, you must be thinking about what my grandma just said, right?"

"I..."

Jiang Jichen wanted to answer!

But Ye Rou continued, "Actually, you don’t need to overthink it. My grandma is just bored. You have no idea, she’s probably nagging my grandpa right now!"

"This..."

Jiang Jichen wanted to say that this had nothing to do with him, but Ye Rou didn’t give him another chance, continuing, "So, you can completely ignore what she said. However, I do agree with the part about us spending more time together. So, let’s not sleep. Let’s keep playing!"

"Play?"

A flicker of joy finally lit up in Jiang Jichen’s heart. He had been suffering as Ye Rou constantly cut him off, giving him no opportunity to speak or express his true thoughts.

’I can’t believe Goddess Ye Rou is being so forward!’

’Hahaha... In the dead of night, one man and three women!’

’What could we play? What could we possibly play? What could we play...’

Jiang Jichen’s mind ran wild with fantasies.

Just then, Ye Rou spoke up, "Well, it’s pretty similar to playing!"

"The Extreme Celestial Tier will be opening soon, so we need to increase our strength as quickly as possible. That’s the only way we can advance further on the Extreme Celestial Tier and have the power to protect ourselves when we enter the Six Paths Illusion Realm. I just had a new insight into my Heavenly Dominating Spear Technique, but it also raised a few questions. Xiaoling, Sister Youmeng, and I were just discussing it, and it’s perfect—we’ll have you be our sparring partner!"

"I just heard from little sister Xiaoling that you’re practically omnipotent, a master of all eighteen kinds of Spiritual Artifacts. So, we’ve decided that you’ll be my spear-sparring partner first, then you’ll practice whip techniques with little sister Xiaoling, and finally, you’ll practice Saber Techniques with Youmeng."

"Yep, that’s the schedule we’ve arranged. There are seven days until the Extreme Celestial Tier opens. You’ll spend two days practicing spear skills with me, two days practicing whip skills with little sister Xiaoling, and three days practicing saber skills with Youmeng. The three of us have already discussed it and made our decision!"

After that long speech, Jiang Jichen was left stunned on the spot.

It was a feeling of extreme joy turning to sorrow, as if he’d been struck by five bolts of lightning.

After a moment, he finally reacted, asking, "You’ve all decided already?"

The three women nodded in perfect unison.

Jiang Jichen’s vision went black, and he almost fainted.

’And here I was, thinking something exciting and fun was about to happen.’

’Turns out it’s just being a sparring partner—and for seven whole days!’

’That’s certainly "exciting" enough!’

"Ahem, about that..."

Jiang Jichen was trying to find an excuse to politely refuse.

But before he could finish, Ye Rou cut in again, "Actually, if you don’t have the time or you’re not willing, it’s okay. It just means that I, little sister Xiaoling, and Youmeng won’t be able to get very far on the Extreme Celestial Tier. And in the Six Paths Illusion Realm... well, we’ll just need you to take extra care of us. But we really don’t want to be a burden to you, you know!"

After saying this, she even put on a fake, pitiful-looking expression!

Faced with Ye Rou’s shameless words, Jiang Jichen was rendered speechless.

’It would be one thing if you were just talking about Xiaoling and Youmeng needing my care.’

’But you’re a Late-Stage Nascent Soul Realm cultivator, the number one spear user of your generation, and your strength is even greater than mine. How can you have the nerve to say you need *my* care?’

’Besides, she’s already laid it on this thick.’

’How could I possibly refuse?’

Looking at Ye Rou, Jiang Jichen felt as if he were seeing a fusion of Snowplum and Suu Luo.

’She’s a chatterbox and a schemer all in one!’

Jiang Jichen did his best to calm himself, forcing a gentle smile as he said, "How could I not have time? Besides, sparring with three beautiful ladies is an opportunity I wouldn’t dare to miss. Xiaoling, Little Youmeng, don’t worry! With me here, your whip techniques and Saber Dao will improve by leaps and bounds!"

’Since it’s unavoidable, it’s better to face it with optimism than to be negative about it.’

’It’s only seven days. That’s nothing at all.’

’I spent a whole month testing medicines for Elder Yao!’

Jiang Jichen thought proudly.

With that, his mood began to improve.

Hearing Jiang Jichen agree, Hua Xiaoling was the first to hop over. "Jichen, you’re the best! I knew you’d agree!"

Hua Xiaoling’s adoration for Jiang Jichen was as strong as ever, which greatly satisfied his ego.

’See? I have such a beautiful girl worshipping me!’

Meanwhile, Yee Youmeng gripped her great saber, staring coldly at Jiang Jichen. The blade in her hand trembled slightly, seeming eager for action.

"Little Youmeng, feeling feisty are you? Want to have a go with your big bro right now?"

"How about this: if you lose, you have to give your big bro a hug!"

Jiang Jichen said with a laugh, looking at Yee Youmeng who seemed ready to cleave him in two at any moment.

"Heh heh... And what if you lose?"

Yee Youmeng didn’t back down an inch, laughing coldly.

"Me, lose? Are you kidding? How could I possibly lose?"

Jiang Jichen exclaimed indignantly.

"We’ll only compete in the Saber Dao!"

Yee Youmeng said faintly.

"The Saber Dao? Er, if I lose... I’ll let you hug me!"

Jiang Jichen replied shamelessly.

This time, however, he didn’t dare to be so arrogant.

In a contest of the Saber Dao alone, Yee Youmeng truly wasn’t much weaker than him.

Besides, she was already in the Nascent Soul Realm!

Hearing Jiang Jichen’s words, Yee Youmeng shot him a cold, disdainful glare before turning and moving off to the side.

Hua Xiaoling also moved aside to join Yee Youmeng.

Then, only Jiang Jichen and Ye Rou were left in the center of the field.

The meaning was obvious: Jiang Jichen was to spar with Ye Rou for the first two days.

Ye Rou’s smile was like a blossoming flower as she said softly, "Jichen, here I come!"

’"Here I come," my ass!’

Right now, facing this talkative and devious goddess, he had the urge to spank her.

Unfortunately, her Realm was far higher than his.

Even if he wanted to spank her, he’d at least need the strength to completely overpower her.

Ye Rou’s spear shot out like a dragon, ferocious and unparalleled.

With the Silver Spear in her hand, Ye Rou didn’t seem like a woman at all.

CLANG!

The two spears collided, and Jiang Jichen was knocked back several steps by a sudden burst of Secret Power.

’What incredible Shock Spear Power!’

Jiang Jichen was secretly astonished. He hadn’t expected Ye Rou to gain such a stunning insight in such a short period.

Her talent for the Spear Dao was simply astonishing!

"Sigh... a woman this good with a spear... Her future husband is a lucky man!"

Jiang Jichen muttered maliciously. No longer daring to be careless, he charged forward, spear in hand, and began an intense battle with Ye Rou.

And this battle raged on for two days and two nights!