Chapter 103: The Nurturing Plan

Ye Xin had no objections at all when Lin Qian took away the entire treasury, nor did she show any signs of dissatisfaction. After all, she hadn't done much, nor had she been able to help.

"If you need anything, just let me know," Lin Qian said as he walked over to Ye Xin.

Hearing Lin Qian's words, Ye Xin nodded, "Of course, you've gained so much, you're practically overflowing with wealth."

Lin Qian chuckled at her remark but also shook his head. To be honest, the Dang Yuan Sect's treasury wasn't much to him; the wealth of his Huaxia Empire far surpassed that of a single sect.

However, the pills, artifacts, soul tools, and texts from the Dang Yuan Sect had invaluable significance for the Huaxia Empire's research.

For the Huaxia Empire, gaining a deeper understanding of this new world was the most valuable treasure.

"What are your plans, Senior Zhang?" Lin Qian turned to ask Zhang Juncheng.

Zhang Juncheng pondered for a moment before replying, "I'll stay here to recover. Once I've regained enough strength, I'll search for any remaining descendants of the Dang Yuan Sect, if they still exist in this world."

Lin Qian nodded silently and pointed to the center of the formation, "Senior Zhang, after Nan Xin is refined, there will be remnants of his essence that you can use to aid your recovery."

Zhang Juncheng's eyes lit up. Nan Xin had been a powerful alien, stronger than him at one point. Absorbing and refining his flesh and blood essence would greatly accelerate his recovery.

Moreover, when he fully recovered, his cultivation level might even advance further.

"Thank you for your generosity, young friend," Zhang Juncheng cupped his hands in gratitude to Lin Qian before returning to the center of the formation, sitting down to meditate and recover.

"What should we do now? We've been delayed here for so long that we might not make it to the rest of the relic trials," Ye Xin sighed as she stepped forward to straighten Lin Qian's clothes. "We came here to train, but all I've done is watch you show off your power."

"Heh, well, don't forget who your future husband is," Lin Qian laughed as he lifted Ye Xin and spun her around, startling her.

After fooling around for a bit, Lin Qian set Ye Xin down and looked around, "The rest of the trials aren't worth it. Besides, no matter how well we perform, could the rewards compare to what we've gained here?"

At that, Lin Qian slapped his forehead and laughed, "I almost forgot. It seems this ancient relic won't be opening again."

"Huh? How come?" Ye Xin asked in surprise.

Lin Qian spread his arms, gesturing around them.

Ye Xin looked around in confusion. With the treasury halls all taken by Lin Qian, the area around them was now a flat, empty space.

Then, she realized what he meant and laughed, "You're right, with the treasury gone, there's nothing left to reward those who pass the trials!"

Everyone in Linhai Prefecture knew that those who passed the trials in the ancient relic would receive rewards such as pills, artifacts, soul tools, and texts based on their performance.

However, no one knew where these rewards came from.

After entering this underground second-layer space, Ye Xin quickly understood that the trial rewards must have been transferred from this treasury.

Now that the treasury had been given to Lin Qian by Zhang Juncheng and taken away, there would be no more rewards for future trials.

Moreover, with Zhang Juncheng's problem solved and his need to recover his cultivation, there would be no way to continue hosting the trials here.

For the sake of a peaceful recovery, Zhang Juncheng would likely seal off this small world entirely after Lin Qian and Ye Xin left.

"Once we return, let's give Lei Qian and the others some good things. As for the others, well, they'll just have to accept their bad luck," Lin Qian said with a smile, looking at the empty ground. "It's just their misfortune."

"Oh, Xiao Qian, earlier you mentioned that your father and mother were in danger..." Ye Xin suddenly remembered something and cautiously asked Lin Qian.

Seeing her careful expression, Lin Qian chuckled and shook his head, "Xin'er, you don't have to be so nervous. Ask whatever you want. There's nothing we can't talk about."

"A few days ago, someone was trying to spy on me using some sort of curse technique, but I managed to counter it."

"However, before the connection was severed, I caught a glimpse of a scene."

"My father was imprisoned in a water cell, covered in wounds. I don't know what happened. And it seems that my parents' origins might not be as simple as I thought."

At this point, Lin Qian also recounted the events outside Ba Shan City, including the relic and how his father had pierced through a mountain wall with a single spear.

"Your father and mother are truly extraordinary. But if they knew how powerful you've become, they'd be so proud of you," Ye Xin comforted Lin Qian.

"That's why I will do everything I can to grow stronger and find them," Lin Qian said with unwavering determination. "And when I find out who dared to treat my parents this way, I'll tear them apart."

Ye Xin grasped Lin Qian's hand and declared resolutely, "I'll also train hard and go with you to rescue your father and mother."

"Alright, let's not dwell on this for now. Since there's nothing left for us to gain from the remaining trials, and the spiritual energy here is abundant, we can stay here for a while," Lin Qian said as he surveyed the surroundings.

The spiritual energy, concentrated by the modified formation, was incredibly dense and perfect for cultivation.

"Stay here to cultivate?" Ye Xin asked curiously.

Lin Qian waved his hand, "Not quite. It's time to start the wife nurturing plan!"

"Huh? What nonsense are you talking about?" Ye Xin blushed deeply at Lin Qian's words, lowering her head in embarrassment.

Lin Qian chuckled softly and, with a wave of his hand, brought out a small courtyard from the Huaxia Empire.

"This is...!" Ye Xin exclaimed in surprise as the courtyard suddenly appeared before her.

The courtyard looked exactly like the one Lin Qian had lived in at the Ye family's residence.

Back when Lin Qian's parents had left, and he was all alone, Ye Xin had often come to his courtyard to keep him company during those lonely days.

It was during this time that their feelings for each other had grown.

Before Ye Xin could react, Lin Qian stepped forward, scooped her up in his arms, and carried her towards the courtyard.

"What are you doing? Put me down!" Ye Xin blushed even more, playfully pounding her fists against Lin Qian's chest.

"The wife nurturing plan is non-negotiable, Xin'er. Just stop resisting, haha!" Lin Qian laughed as he carried Ye Xin into the courtyard.

In the end, Ye Xin could only helplessly wrap her arms around Lin Qian's neck, too embarrassed to look at him.