A Cunning Pervert in the Cultivation World Chapter 364: Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi.

Wang Chen found himself standing outside Li Feng’s chamber, a faint tremor of apprehension causing his heart to flutter.

It wasn't precisely fear that gripped him, but rather the overwhelming presence of Li Feng, whose unfathomable power, witnessed firsthand within the secret realm, left Wang Chen feeling unnerved even in close proximity to such a formidable individual.

’And it appears Senior Sister Yue is also… residing in this very room?’

Yue Lan, that vision of aloof, glacial beauty, had seemingly met her demise at the hands of that terrifyingly demonic disciple. Yet, following their egress from that peculiar dimension, she had inexplicably reappeared, fully alive and well.

Naturally, no one dared to challenge or question her presence.

An aura of indescribable nobility and transcendence now enveloped her, compelling those around her to instinctively bow their heads in deference.

Furthermore, the undeniable closeness she shared with Li Feng rendered any inquiry into her survival utterly impossible.

’If all proceeds as expected, Li Feng is poised to become the sect’s next prodigy.’

Wang Chen could already envision the scenario: a throng of esteemed elders vying fiercely for the privilege of accepting him as their disciple once the news of his exploits reached the higher echelons of the sect.

’Ah, but I recall hearing that he has already taken Elder Qing Lianhua as his master. How truly enviable…’

Wang Chen’s mind drifted back to the memory of that ‘fearsome’ elder.

Her breathtaking beauty alone was enough to captivate, but it was the remarkable attributes of her ‘assets’ that frequently made it a struggle for countless male disciples to maintain focus on their cultivation whenever she graced them with her presence.

Lost in his thoughts, the chamber door suddenly swung open with a soft click.

Wang Chen’s body tensed involuntarily.

The very instant his gaze fell upon Li Feng, an ingrained instinct urged him to exercise the utmost caution.

It felt as though he were confronting a powerful Elder, rather than merely a fellow disciple.

"Oh? Senior Brother Wang? What brings you here so bright and early?"

Li Feng’s greeting was accompanied by a warm, radiant smile.

Witnessing this, Wang Chen couldn't help but exhale a shallow breath of relief.

At the very least, Li Feng’s affable and approachable demeanor remained unchanged.

"You needn’t address me as Senior Brother. I lack the audacity to permit someone of your caliber to address me so casually. Fellow Daoist Li, consider me humbled," Wang Chen replied with a subtle, wry smile, shaking his head.

"I came to relay the news that we are nearing Cloudveil City. From there, our return to the sect will follow swiftly, so I urge you all to make your preparations—"

His pronouncement faltered, his words catching in his throat as a vision of unparalleled beauty emerged from behind Li Feng.

Her long, snow-white tresses cascaded down her back, resembling moonlight captured, secured with a single, exquisite silver hairpin.

Simultaneously, her golden irises retained their cool, distant gaze, brimming with an ineffable air of noble aloofness.

She stood in serene proximity to Li Feng.

Her posture was impeccably straight and dignified… akin to an unattainable celestial maiden who had chanced upon the mortal realm.

Even without projecting any discernible pressure, her mere presence, coupled with her impassive, emotionless stare, engendered in Wang Chen a profound sense of having inadvertently offended a supreme entity simply by looking upon her.

He instinctively lowered his gaze, clasping his fists in a deep, respectful bow.

"Greetings, Senior Sister Yue."

Yue Lan responded with a slight, almost imperceptible nod, refraining from uttering a single word.

To her, Wang Chen represented merely another outer disciple, of little consequence unless he bore tidings of import.

Wang Chen, for his part, seemed unfazed by this taciturn response.

This was, after all, Yue Lan’s customary bearing. He had long become accustomed to the frigid demeanor exhibited by many powerful female cultivators within the sect, be they Elders or disciples.

But then, Li Feng’s voice interjected once more.

"Ah? Then I must express my gratitude to Brother Wang for the timely update," Li Feng remarked, his smile bright and effortlessly genial.

Wang Chen quickly waved his hands in dismissal. "There’s no need, truly. It is merely my duty. I shall take my leave now, if you'll permit me."

He offered one final, respectful bow to both individuals before making a swift retreat, unwilling to linger any longer beneath Yue Lan’s impassive, golden gaze.

Once Wang Chen had departed, Li Feng and Yue Lan proceeded together, their steps synchronizing as they advanced toward the main deck of the flying vessel.

Their progression was marked by an even more radiant display of Yue Lan’s breathtaking beauty and innate grace.

Her luminous white hair stirred gently in the breeze, while her elegantly flowing robes served to accentuate her noble, otherworldly presence.

Disciples who chanced upon their path instinctively cleared the way, bowing their heads in profound reverence.

Among them, a few of the more comely female disciples inadvertently revealed glimpses of their décolletage as they hastened to pay their respects, yet Li Feng appeared entirely oblivious, offering only a friendly wave.

It wasn’t that his character had undergone a transformation towards greater dignity upon acquiring a Dao companion.

…It was rather that his vitality had been thoroughly depleted.

This singular fact served as a testament to Yue Lan’s formidable capabilities, as not every cultivator could sustain such an intense connection with him.

Moreover, having savored the company of someone as exquisitely beautiful and exceptional as Yue Lan, who now stood as his Dao Companion…

…Li Feng’s standards had ascended considerably; the allure of ordinary female disciples had waned significantly in his eyes.

It goes without saying that his physical prowess and physique had reached such a formidable level that ordinary female disciples would be incapable of satisfying his carnal urges.

Moreover, Li Feng had no intention of restraining himself when it came to indulging his desires.

He relished unrestrained and wild revelry.

Just as he was enjoying a rare moment of clarity, Li Feng abruptly halted his movement and peered downwards.

Despite their elevated position amidst the clouds, his formidable spiritual sense effortlessly pierced through the mist, revealing the vibrant activity of Cloudveil City far below.

After a brief contemplation, Li Feng's lips curved into a grin as he turned towards Yue Lan.

"I have some urgent business to attend to in Cloudveil City. Would you care to accompany me?"

Upon hearing his proposal, Yue Lan's eyes widened slightly before she gave a gentle nod.

She harbored a curiosity about his reasons for visiting the city and saw this as an excellent chance to deepen her connection with her Dao Companion and gain a better understanding of him.

Noticing her affirmative response and the spark of curiosity in her gaze, Li Feng effortlessly swept her into his arms in a romantic embrace.

Feeling the delicate softness of her form against him and inhaling her refreshing, subtly fragrant aura, he stepped onto the ship's railing, a smile gracing his features.

"Then, let us depart!"

With those words, he leaped into the abyss without a moment's hesitation.

A collective cry of astonishment escaped the disciples gathered on the deck as they witnessed Li Feng plunge from the flying vessel, Yue Lan cradled in his arms.

Many believed he had lost his mind, given their immense height above the sprawling metropolis of Cloudveil City.

However, Yue Lan remained utterly unfazed by the plummeting descent.

She simply encircled his neck with her arms, her body light as they streaked through the air.

Though the flying ship was protected by a formidable barrier formation, Li Feng, a skilled Rank 2 Formation Master, bypassed it with an effortless gesture.

The wind thundered past them, yet Li Feng's demeanor was one of serene confidence.

The instant they were clear of the protective aura, he channeled his spiritual energy, unleashing a potent and unwavering torrent of qi from his being.

Rather than plummeting uncontrollably, their downward trajectory immediately decelerated and stabilized, allowing Li Feng to glide gracefully through the clouds, Yue Lan held securely in his embrace.

Yue Lan's ethereal white hair and flowing robes danced elegantly in the wind's embrace.

Gazing up from below, the pair resembled celestial beings descending from the heavens.

"Haha, so this is the stark contrast between Qi Refinement and Foundation Establishment," Li Feng declared with a hearty laugh, his voice cutting through the gusting wind with remarkable clarity.

Surveying the vast expanse of clouds and the resplendent beauty of the dawn, Li Feng felt an overwhelming sense of tranquility.

He had never dared to dream that he would one day be soaring through the sky, holding such an exquisite beauty in his arms.

Yet, this incredible feat was only made possible by his breakthrough into the Foundation Establishment Realm.

At the Qi Refinement stage, undertaking such a perilous maneuver would have been fraught with extreme danger without the aid of external spiritual artifacts.

Cultivators in the Qi Refinement phase were limited to refining their physical bodies and circulating qi internally.

Sustained aerial travel remained a distant aspiration, compelling them to depend on external techniques or treasured artifacts for levitation.

The pursuit of flight necessitated heavy reliance on items like flying swords or talismans, and even then, the expenditure of qi was substantial, while control remained rudimentary and precarious.

However, upon achieving the Foundation Establishment Realm, the distinction became undeniably clear.

Once a cultivator ascends to this level, they forge a 'Foundation' within their Dantian, which transforms into an immense reservoir of spiritual qi.

More crucially, it acts as a conduit, enabling communion with the spiritual qi of the surrounding heaven and earth.

Consequently, a cultivator at the Foundation Establishment stage can freely manipulate and shape spiritual qi external to their body with significantly enhanced efficiency and precision, thereby granting them true, independent flight, a more potent spiritual pressure, and considerably refined control over their techniques.

The disparities in mobility, endurance, and overall power between Qi Refinement and Foundation Establishment were as vast as night and day.

Furthermore, the Foundation Establishment Realm marks the true inception of a cultivator's journey to forge their unique Dao.

The inherent quality of one's Foundation dictates the potential for all subsequent cultivation realms.

A robust Foundation paves the way for smoother advancements and substantially amplified combat potency.

This is precisely why numerous prodigies consider Foundation Establishment to be the genuine commencement of their cultivation path.

While Li Feng reveled in the sensation of the wind caressing his face, Yue Lan's gaze remained fixed upon him with tender affection.

Despite her own ability to traverse the skies, she found contentment in allowing him to carry her, provided it brought him joy.

Observing the magnificent sunrise painting the heavens, Yue Lan let out a soft sigh and murmured,

"Beautiful..."

With gentle grace and profound peace, the duo continued their descent through the ethereal clouds.