*Chapter 16: Mr. Jiuyao**

Leo was momentarily speechless; how did people from the Pleasure Sect find him?

"...I have heard much about you; may I ask what brings you both here?"

The Pleasure Sect was a sect on the Central Continent that straddled the line between righteousness and wickedness, focusing on dual cultivation practices between men and women, and was often looked down upon by the more respectable Taoist cultivation sects.

However, desires are one of humanity's most primal instincts, and the Pleasure Sect had many disciples and influence spreading across the continent.

Upon hearing Leo's words, the effeminate young man showed an expression of admiration:

"Leo, you truly are straightforward; you are indeed a model for us cultivators. You must have devoted all your time to cultivation."

The beautiful woman twisted her slender waist, adopting a flirtatious posture as her gaze sparkled with affection:

"Leo looks to be under twenty years old, yet he is so handsome and powerful… It's really unbearable."

Leo was taken aback, his brows furrowing slightly.

"You two, if you have something to say, just say it. Enough with the compliments."

Seeing that Leo remained unfazed, the effeminate young man exchanged looks with his companion, revealing a hint of embarrassment.

He turned back, adopting a more serious demeanor.

"Indeed, Leo is a talented young man—so young yet so composed."

"To be honest, we are disciples of the Pleasure Sect. I am Qin Jiuyao, and this is my junior sister, Liu ZhiYue."

"Leo brother, your victory over Wu Chi yesterday has already spread across half the Central Continent. We have been sent here by our Master to befriend you and to present a significant gift."

After hearing this, Leo's expression softened slightly.

So they came to establish a friendly relationship; they could have said so earlier instead of wrapping it up in compliments.

Both Qin Jiuyao and Liu ZhiYue displayed impressive cultivation; otherwise, they would not have been sent by their sect to settle in the Hidden Valley.

At least, Leo couldn't see through their cultivation levels at a glance, which indicated they were above him.

If a common person were to receive such lavish praise from someone of higher cultivation, they would likely flaunt it, expressing outward joy while internally feeling some delight.

However, Leo was far from being so easily swayed by flattery.

He understood all too well that in this world, everything ultimately emphasized strength; all so-called friendly relationships were grounded in the exchange of benefits.

Although the Pleasure Sect was not a formal Taoist cultivation sect and had accusations of being too salacious, Leo did not reject their attempt to win him over.

Why not accept benefits that come without strings attached? The other party was looking for long-term returns, which amounted to a mere empty promise in his eyes.

Leo smiled slightly, stepped aside to open the door, and motioned for them to enter and talk.

"Brother Qin, you flatter me. I would be more than happy to have the Pleasure Sect as my ally."

"I'm just a bit curious: what kind of significant gift does your sect bring me? Spirit stones, or...?"

Just as Qin Jiuyao and Liu ZhiYue were about to step into the courtyard, they paused, surprised by his directness.

Did Leo straightforwardly ask for benefits?

Even though he looked to be ten years younger than Leo, he felt a bit diminished in conversation with this boy.

Last night, upon hearing they were meeting someone who had only just turned fifteen, their Master had quickly sent them to befriend Leo, hoping he would remember this kindness and perhaps consider joining the Pleasure Sect.

Now, it felt like they were the ones getting taken advantage of...

But he quickly recovered, chuckling softly.

"Brother Leo, you're quite refreshing. If I were to beat around the bush, it would make me seem stingy."

He casually placed his hand on Liu ZhiYue's shoulder.

"This gift is my junior sister, Liu ZhiYue! Haha."

"She is a third-level Transformation Sea cultivator, skilled in the dual cultivation of Yin and Yang. How about it, Brother Leo, if you were to..."

"Cough cough, I cannot accompany you any further!"

With a bang, the wooden door slammed shut before Qin Jiuyao could finish his sentence, leaving him somewhat dazed.

Moments later, he shouted out,

"Brother Leo, if you change your mind, feel free to find me and Junior Sister Yue!"

Leo turned around, speechless.

He had indeed underestimated things; how could he not know what the Pleasure Sect would offer him?

Of course, they would present him with the most sought-after treasures of the Pleasure Sect—a beautiful and skillful female cultivator!

However, he did not think the Pleasure Sect intended to trap him; dual cultivation techniques could be popular throughout the continent because they did indeed have some merit.

Even he, upon the awakening of his alluring talent, would also have to engage in dual cultivation.

What the Pleasure Sect intended was likely to send Liu ZhiYue to aid him in his cultivation.

But for now, Leo was not ready to exhaust his energy on such things.

Fortunately, Reina had not been awakened; if she had understood, it would have been a severe blow to her innocent heart!

Leo nervously reassured himself that Reina was still asleep and sighed in relief.

He sat cross-legged in the courtyard, took the medicine Elder Xuanji had given him, and began to heal.

But before he had settled in, there was another sound at the courtyard door.

As expected, the Pleasure Sect was just the beginning, and soon countless other sects came to pay visits.

Lingxi Sect, Yaochi, Yuntian Sword Sect, Hundred Beast Sect...

Visitors came from both large and small sects; some were minor sects scattered among the famous mountains, while others were national sects with their own training bases.

Some sects brought magical treasures, others gifted spirit stones, while some simply arrived empty-handed.

But adhering to the principle that it was rude not to receive something when someone came to visit, Leo shamelessly made subtle inquiries and extorted a little something from every representative.

Almost every messenger left with a grim expression, secretly cursing this young prodigy for being so base and greedy!

Leo planned to take Reina out of the valley once she woke up, to exchange everything for spirit stones in Fangu Town. After all, these magical artifacts were not particularly high in rank and were not of interest to him.

He possessed the Unending Transformation technique and many techniques from his past life; he didn't need anything. However, Reina was different.

Although her celestial spirit talent was strong, it was wise to save up some spirit stones for her future cultivation resources, just in case.

If he ever found himself in a pinch, he might need to join a sect to seek protection, and having spirit stones on hand would be quite useful.

It was only when the sun rose overhead that the flow of visitors finally ceased. Leo returned to the house to prepare a meal.

"Reina, wake up! The sun's shining on your backside!"

He called out as he prepared the utensils.

After waiting for a while, he heard no movement from the bedroom.

Leo was startled and quickly set down the chef's knife, rushing toward the bedroom.

He lifted the door curtain, and a shocking sight greeted him—

Reina was floating in mid-air, curled up like a fetus in the womb. Countless streams of radiant Dao laws shot around the small bedroom, finally returning to her side, forming a huge cocoon that slowly enveloped her!

Her celestial spirit talent was about to awaken!