Chapter 032: Secret Dual Cultivation Technique

"What...what did you say?"

Lu Yuan stared at Cheng Xiao in astonishment.

"I mean," Cheng Xiao said earnestly, "I want you to keep me, Brother Lu."

"Why would you suddenly say that?" Lu Yuan handed her the pants and sanitary products. "Let's talk later. Go change first—you must be uncomfortable."

Cheng Xiao grabbed his hand, smiling. "Brother Lu, it's because you care that I want you to keep me."

"But—"

She pouted playfully, cutting him off. "If you refuse, I won't change my pants!"

"Come on!" Lu Yuan laughed helplessly.

"You're too good to me." Cheng Xiao pressed his palm to her cheek, voice trembling. "I...I'm scared you'll forget me after I leave for school. I'm just a pretty face with big breasts—if I lose you..."

"Never." Lu Yuan cupped her face. "I promise, as long as you stay, I'll never abandon you." He recognized her deep-seated fears—years of bullying, her father nearly selling her to debt collectors—that made her cling to any kindness like a drowning woman.

"But I'm still scared." Tears glimmered in her eyes. "Please say yes?"

"Alright, alright—don't cry!" Lu Yuan surrendered.

"Really?" Cheng Xiao lit up, kissing his hand. "I knew you'd agree!"

Relieved yet pained by her vulnerability, Lu Yuan nudged her. "Now go change."

"Okay~!" She giggled, wrapping her jacket around her waist. As she passed him, she suddenly pecked his cheek before skipping to the restroom.

Touching the kissed spot, Lu Yuan smiled. 'Such a sweet, naive girl.' He vowed to give her the world.

Ding!

A system alert chimed:

Host has acquired first "Golden Canary." Reward: Random Draw Card!

"Another reward?" Lu Yuan's eyes sparkled.

"System, use the card!"

A prismatic glow erupted. When it faded, a skill card appeared:

Secret Dual Cultivation Technique (3-star): Enhances mutual pleasure during intimacy, slows aging, and improves constitution.

"This is dual cultivation!" Lu Yuan nearly shouted. Legends of emperors ascending to immortality through such methods flooded his mind. "Activate it!"

A golden light surged into his mind, imparting ancient rhythms—depths, paces, breathing techniques. Combined with his prior "Indomitable Vitality" skill, the effects would be explosive.

The technique generated mystic energy during intimacy, amplifying pleasure, preserving youth, and cumulatively strengthening both partners.

'System, keep these rewards coming!'

"Brother Lu, why are you smiling?" Cheng Xiao emerged, now in fresh clothes.

"Just happy you trust me." Lu Yuan deflected.

Her eyes shone. "I'll always trust you!"

Afternoon Shopping Spree

For hours, Lu Yuan showered Cheng Xiao with luxury—designer dresses, jewelry, handbags. By the thirtieth purchase, she dragged him out of a boutique.

"Please stop!" she begged. "You've spent 300,000 already!"

"So?" Lu Yuan shrugged. "You deserve it."

"But that's five years of my nightclub salary!"

"Consider it backpay." He chuckled. "Let's take a break."

Coffee Shop Rules

"Since we're formalizing this," Lu Yuan stirred his latte, "let's set ground rules."

Cheng Xiao sat upright, nervous.

"First," he said gently, "you're free to leave anytime. We're equals."

Tears welled in her eyes as she shook her head fiercely.

"Second," his tone turned serious, "no alone time with other men, no clubs—except with me."

"Never!" she vowed. "No bars either!"

"Third," he grinned, "no draconian restrictions. Live your life."

"That's it?" Cheng Xiao blinked. "No gilded cage?"

"Independence matters." He tapped her nose.

"I love you!" She kissed him loudly, drawing stares.