Chapter 57: The Fierce Hu Liena

"Exchange pointers?" Hu Liena turned back to look at her younger brother without stopping, her curiosity piqued by his sudden request.

"That's right. Now that I've just broken through, I need to consolidate my breakthrough and get used to my new strength," Lu Yuan explained.

"So, you want me to help you consolidate your breakthrough?" Hu Liena understood her younger brother's intention and felt happy in her heart.

She had been wanting to exchange pointers with him for a long time, especially since she had seen his high resistance to charm skills during the final round of the Selection Tournament.

Coupled with his lack of reaction to her innate charm, she was even more interested in exchanging pointers with him.

However, she knew that her younger brother was still only a Spirit Master, so she had been waiting for him to at least obtain his second Spirit Ring before exchanging pointers.

Seeing the doubt in Hu Liena's eyes, Lu Yuan added with a smile, "That's right, big sister. You won't need to hold back. Although I only have one Spirit Ring, it's close to a thousand years old, so you won't necessarily be able to charm me." He didn't forget to tease her.

"Hmph, looks like you need me to knock that smug head of yours," Hu Liena snorted, pretending to be angry before letting out a chuckle.

"Alright, younger brother, but we can't keep the teacher waiting. Let's finish our dinner first and exchange pointers later tonight."

"Mhm."

…

Hu Liena, Lu Yuan, and Bibi Dong sat around the dining table, enjoying the sumptuous meal of hundred-year-old magical beast meat, accompanied by fresh vegetables. The atmosphere was relaxed, and they chatted amicably about various topics unrelated to the cultivation world, making the meal even more enjoyable.

As Lu Yuan savored the meal, he couldn't help but notice the change in Bibi Dong's demeanor. Gone was her Supreme Pontiff outfit, and she was now wearing a loose-fitting nightgown, which gave her a softer and more approachable beauty. Her pink-rose hair was tied back in a ponytail, exposing her delicate features, and she seemed more relaxed and at ease.

Just then, Bibi Dong looked up at him and stroked his head. "Congratulations on advancing to rank 19, Xiao Yuan," she said with a gentle smile.

"It's all thanks to teacher's thousand-year spirit beast meat that I was able to break through," Lu Yuan replied.

Although the activation of his Second Martial Soul had given him the boost he needed to break through, it was thanks to the accumulation of energy that he had the opportunity in the first place; otherwise, he would still have to wait a few more days before breaking through.

For the remainder of the dinner, Bibi Dong provided him with some valuable advice on cultivation, and Lu Yuan listened intently. Meanwhile, Hu Liena, knowing that the conversation was important, remained quiet, focusing on savoring the delicious meal.

…

In a serene garden near the pavilion.

"Are you ready, younger brother?" Hu Liena asked as she did some small stretching exercises. Every twist and turn showcased her curves in all their splendor, with the shape of her back and buttocks arched in a way that could turn any man's head.

"Big sister, are you sure we should do it in this place?" Lu Yuan, who was on the other side of the small garden, asked with a look of doubt.

He was a Power Attack System Spirit Master and in this small space, he would have a great advantage. On the other hand, Hu Liena, as a Control System, would not be able to move far enough away and would be easily cornered.

Hu Liena smiled and did not respond immediately. Her long legs moved fluidly in a smooth little dance while a spirit fox appeared beside her, and as it did, a furry tail sprouted from her round buttocks, followed by two adorable fox ears perching atop her head. The aura around her changed as if a potent charm had enveloped her. Finally, two yellow Spirit Rings glimmered below her.

"Although my Soul Skills are based on charm, my main method of attack is close combat," Hu Liena explained in a playful tone, her fox-like transformation complete.

Lu Yuan nodded and smiled. In short, Hu Liena would face him head-on.

Truth be told, Lu Yuan didn't need help to consolidate his breakthrough. Due to his extremely firm foundation, despite only advancing a short time ago, his soul power was already perfectly consolidated.

What Lu Yuan sought was to experience Hu Liena's charm abilities.

Since he had to constantly endure the negative emotions of his Second Martial Soul, it could be said that his resistance to enchantment was somewhat weakened. So, he hoped that his sister's pressure would allow him to push his technique, Pure Qi Sutra, to its limit, which might allow him to find a way to evolve it.

Lu Yuan's eyes turned golden as his body was covered in shimmering golden scales. Behind him, a majestic golden dragon materialized and let out a deafening roar that shook the surrounding garden.

The dragon's roar caused Hu Liena's fox tail, which had been waving back and forth, to immediately stiffen in response to the overwhelming pressure that reached deep into her soul.

But in an instant, just as quickly as the pressure arose, it dissipated.

Naturally, it was Lu Yuan who had blocked the repression of his Martial Soul, this was just an exchange of pointers. His goal was not to seek victory at all costs but rather to test his limits and improve his technique.

Turning to look at his big sister, who exuded irresistible charm and temptation, Lu Yuan complimented her with a smile, "You look even more enchanting than usual, big sister." At the same time, he summoned the Imperial Dragon Spear, which shone brightly in his hand.

In response, Hu Liena let out a giggle, flipping her hair playfully and giving him a wink.

"Aren't you a smooth talker, younger brother? You certainly know how to flatter a girl," Hu Liena teased, her lips curving into a playful smile, "I must say, with your transformation, you look quite dominant."

Being transformed, Hu Liena's charm was many times stronger, yet Lu Yuan seemed to be unaffected, which surprised her.

The two of them stood facing each other. Hu Liena's eyes sparkled with anticipation, and she let out a soft chuckle. "I have to admit, I'm looking forward to seeing how you handle my charms, younger brother."

Having finished speaking, her body moved at an incredible speed, charging towards Lu Yuan, and engaging him in close combat.

Clang!

Their lightning-fast movements echoed through the garden as they clashed. Hu Liena's enchanting Soul Skills were released one after another, each aimed at affecting Lu Yuan's mind, but he shook off the effects almost immediately, causing her to pout in frustration.

During the intense battle, their movements became a blur. Lu Yuan initially tried to overpower Hu Liena with his physical strength, but he soon realized that her soul power allowed her to easily deflect the greatest force of his spear attacks. Although if he kept pushing it was certain that he could overpower her, the problem was that he did not have enough soul power to do so, and that was something Hu Liena knew very well.

Lu Yuan was finding it increasingly challenging to keep up with Hu Liena's charm skills, causing him to circulate his technique to the fullest. Despite his efforts, he could barely resist her charms fast enough to avoid being thrown to the ground.

As a result, Lu Yuan had to switch to a more passive combat method, conserving as much soul power as possible. However, this made him more vulnerable, and Hu Liena seized the opportunity to press him with skillful fists and kicks. This showed Hu Liena's excellent hand-to-hand techniques.

At the same time, she continuously used her enchanting Soul Skills to gain the upper hand, attempting to affect Lu Yuan's mind and throw him off balance.

Hu Liena's soul power was approximately ten times superior, moreover, she, as a control type Spirit Mater, was trained to use the opponent's disadvantages to her advantage, and Hu Liena's intense method of attack where she left him no respite was the best method to deal with him.

Compared to Yu Tianheng he faced before; Hu Liena was infinitely superior.

Under the unrelenting assault of Hu Liena's mental and physical attacks, Lu Yuan's technique, the Pure Qi Sutra, finally reached its limit.

Perceiving a kind of bottleneck coming from it, Lu Yuan probed with his soul power and felt an illusory barrier that prevented him from going any further, and he could not help but feel doubtful. But soon, he understood that breaking through this barrier would be the key to evolving his technique to a higher level.

Despite Hu Liena's continuous attacks, Lu Yuan focused on breaking through the barrier. He tried to channel most of his remaining soul power into the Pure Qi Sutra, hoping to break through it. However, every time he tried to break through, the barrier remained intact.

Undaunted, Lu Yuan stopped his attempts and concentrated on blocking Hu Liena's flying kick, using the force of the impact to retreat a few meters.

If he continued to battle and ran out of soul power, he would be vulnerable to the negative emotions of his God-slaying Dragon Spear, which could affect his mind uncontrollably, and by then, the outcome would be unknown. There was no need to put himself at risk.

Upon landing, he put away the spear and said in a tired voice.

"Big sister, you win, I have already reached my limit."

Hearing Lu Yuan's words, Hu Liena came to a sudden halt, her body still buzzing with the energy of the intense fight they had just finished.

Sweat glistened on her skin, giving it a dewy sheen that highlighted the curves of her figure. The tight-fitting suit she wore seemed to cling to her every contour, emphasizing her developed figure and making her appear even more alluring. Her snow-white skin had a pinkish tinge, and her already flushed cheeks grew even redder with excitement as she looked at him.

Her gaze lingered on him, taking in every detail of his sharp features and toned body. A small smile graced her lips as she realized how much she had enjoyed their battle. She couldn't deny the fact that she found him incredibly attractive at this moment.

'Why do I feel like it's younger brother who has charmed me instead of the other way around?' she thought, shaking her head.

After she withdrew her Martial Soul at the same time as Lu Yuan did, Hu Liena approached him with hurried steps, her soul guide glowed and a handkerchief appeared in her hand.

"You really pushed me to my limits, younger brother," she said, her voice soft.

"You don't need to feel bad about losing," she continued, her tone soothing as she wiped the sweat from his face. "It's already amazing that you were able to last this long. After all, the difference in soul power between us is still too great."

"Thank you, big sister." Lu Yuan naturally didn't feel bad, in fact, he was satisfied that he had reached the limits of the Pure Qi Sutra.

He knew it was only a matter of time before he could break through, and his battle with Hu Liena had given him the insight he needed to achieve it.

However, seeing Hu Liena's concern for him moved him. Lu Yuan said nothing more, just enjoyed her care.

That was until they returned to their room and he finally realized that there was only one bed…

Initially, Lu Yuan tried to object and offered to sleep on the floor, but Hu Liena used her victory as leverage to convince him to share the bed. He reluctantly agreed and soon found himself lying next to her.

As the night wore on, he tried to keep his distance, but Hu Liena had other ideas. She pulled him closer, wrapping her arm around his waist, and snuggled up to him, resting her head on his chest.

At first, Lu Yuan felt a little awkward, unsure of what to do with his hands. But as he relaxed into the embrace, he found himself enjoying the warmth of her body and the sound of her soft breathing.

As the days went by, he became Hu Liena's favorite pillow...