Parasite Breeding Longveity Path: Starting from breeding the love Obsession parasite Chapter 4 - 4 Something Seems a Bit Off_1

Chapter 4: Something Seems a Bit Off

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The night had grown deep.

Zhou Sui sat in a cross-legged position on the floor, focusing on the circulation of his peerless cultivation technique—the Insect God Sutra. Obtained from the Supreme Gu God Bowl, this divine manual granted him the power to refine any Gu Insects in existence for his personal benefit; its potential was truly limitless.

Whoosh~~

Faint wisps of worldly spiritual energy were drawn into his form, traveling through his meridians and slowly augmenting his True Yuan.

“It’s moving too slowly, far too slowly.”

Zhou Sui ceased his cultivation and opened his eyes after completing 108 Qi cycles. A look of resignation crossed his features. The speed at which his body accumulated True Yuan was agonizingly sluggish.

Despite possessing a divine technique, reaching the Second Layer of Qi Cultivation would likely take him another two or three years. This was the consequence of his dismal aptitude—he possessed only a Ninth Grade Spirit Root.

In this world, the quality of one's aptitude is strictly ranked. These Spirit Roots range from the Ninth Grade to the First Grade, with the ninth being the lowest and the first being the pinnacle.

Those ranked between ninth and seventh are categorized as Lower Grade Spirit Roots. Grades six through four are known as Mid Grade Spirit Roots, while the top three grades are hailed as Upper Grade Spirit Roots.

To be accepted into a prestigious organization like the Immortal Mist Sect, a cultivator must possess at least a Mid Grade Spirit Root.

Those burdened with Lower Grade Spirit Roots are usually relegated to the life of a loose cultivator, as no established Sect would take them in as disciples.

Above the First Grade lies the legendary Heavenly Spirit Root. If such a talent appears,

every major Sect will fight desperately to recruit them. A possessor of a Heavenly Spirit Root is guaranteed to reach Foundation Establishment and stands a massive chance of becoming a Golden Core Master.

However, individuals with that level of talent are as rare as phoenix feathers.

Regardless, he had never encountered such a legendary genius before.

“Forget it, I’m done for tonight. Forcing myself to cultivate further won't yield any results.”

Zhou Sui felt a sense of total helplessness.

He finally understood the plight of low-aptitude cultivators. Every minor step forward required an immense investment of time. Many spent their entire lives unable to reach the Ninth Layer of Qi Cultivation, let alone dreaming of Foundation Establishment.

Without the assistance of various pills and spiritual medicines, breaking through his current bottleneck in a short time was impossible.

It was no wonder his predecessor had neglected his studies. When effort fails to produce visible progress, the lack of fulfillment eventually drains one's will.

Whoosh!

With these thoughts lingering, Zhou Sui stepped out of his room and into the courtyard to clear his head and release his pent-up frustration.

“Fellow Daoist Zhou.”

A graceful figure was already standing in the courtyard. Clad in white silk pajamas that accentuated her striking silhouette, she looked like a moonlit goddess.

It was the long-legged beauty, Ji Bingyu.

“So it is Fellow Daoist Ji. The night is long; are you also finding it difficult to sleep?”

Confronted by such a stunning woman, Zhou Sui felt his blood pressure rise, but he forced himself to stay calm. She was, after all, a cultivator at the Late Qi Cultivation stage.

If he were to truly provoke her, no one would be able to save him if she decided to strike him down.

Even though he had infected her with the Obsession Gu, there was no telling when it would fully take hold. He needed to remain cautious.

“Indeed, Fellow Daoist Zhou. Are you troubled as well?”

Ji Bingyu inhaled sharply. Her heart nearly leaped from her chest the moment she saw Zhou Sui.

The mere thought of sharing a home with this man made her pulse race. She often tried to lose herself in meditation, but no matter how hard she tried, she couldn't find her inner peace.

She had stepped outside to settle her nerves, only to run right into Zhou Sui. Could this be what they call destiny?

Her cheeks flushed a deep crimson at the thought, and her heartbeat quickened further.

Zhou Sui, oblivious to her internal turmoil, sighed. “Yes, the path of cultivation is simply too grueling. Even after hours of focused practice, I feel no change. I felt restless, so I thought a walk might help.”

He felt truly defeated. If only there were a way to improve his Spirit Root, his journey wouldn't be this agonizing.

“Do not be discouraged, Friend Zhou. The path is often steep at the start but levels out later. I am certain that once you move past this obstacle, your future will be boundless.”

“I truly believe, Friend Zhou, that you are destined to achieve Foundation Establishment, or perhaps even become a Golden Core Master.”

Ji Bingyu felt as though her heart might explode with excitement. Seeing Zhou Sui in such a vulnerable, distressed state made him appear incredibly endearing to her.

How could a man be this charmingly pathetic?

She felt an overwhelming urge to pull him into her arms and comfort him.

To her, Zhou Sui looked like a wounded puppy. Her chest swelled with an affection so intense she could barely keep her composure.

“I am grateful for your kind words, Friend Ji.”

Zhou Sui’s mood lifted slightly. It appeared the Obsession Gu was working, at the very least by boosting her favorable opinion of him.

Given enough time, perhaps their bond would deepen even further.

“On another note, life in Misty Cloud City must be quite grueling for you, given your modest aptitude, the loss of your parents, and being only at the First Layer of Qi Cultivation.”

Ji Bingyu shifted the conversation.

“It is a struggle, but I am fortunate to have inherited this property. The rental income allows me to survive,” Zhou Sui admitted.

“Survival is one thing, but as a novice cultivator owning a valuable home in Misty Cloud City, you might find yourself targeted by predatory individuals,” Ji Bingyu suggested pointedly.

“You speak the truth, Friend Ji. There are many with dark intentions. I've been safe so far thanks to the city's guards, but if I could increase my strength, those threats would surely fade,” Zhou Sui remarked.

“Increase your strength? With your talent, how long will that take? You might be dealt with by those schemers long before you make any progress.

I believe you require a protector to ensure you keep this house,” Ji Bingyu said, her hint becoming much more direct.

“What are you suggesting?”

Zhou Sui looked at her, puzzled. He had a faint inkling of her meaning but didn't want to assume.

“Friend Zhou, you are a clever man. You know that I, Ji Bingyu, am at the Ninth Layer of Qi Cultivation. Aside from the Foundation Establishment experts, very few in Misty Cloud City can stand against me.”

“Should I become your protector, you would be free to cultivate without worry.”

“Anyone looking to take advantage of you would have to face the edge of my blade,” Ji Bingyu said, a playful yet predatory smirk appearing on her face.

“This...!”

Zhou Sui was stunned. He finally realized something was very wrong. This leggy beauty was behaving like a domineering Young Master, looking at him as if he were a prize she intended to claim and protect for herself.

While he wanted to get closer to her, he hadn't expected the roles to be reversed like this.

“Do not hesitate, Friend Zhou. Even if you try to say no, I won't listen.”

“To be honest, I’ve wanted you from the moment our eyes first met,” Ji Bingyu confessed. She stepped forward, assertively scooped Zhou Sui up, and began walking toward the bedroom.

“You—!”

Zhou Sui attempted to resist, but as a mere First Layer cultivator, he was powerless against a Ninth Layer expert. His weak struggles only seemed to make her more determined.