We Agreed On Experiencing Life, So Why Did You Immortals Become Real? Chapter 366: Husband Only Needs to Remember One Thing

Within the front courtyard of the Frost Prince's Manor, Xiao Mo held his cultivation back to the peak of Qi Refinement stage. Gripping a wooden spear tightly, he crouched low and stabbed ahead in a simple, unpretentious thrust that hid a fierce burst of wind.

Opposite him, young Bai Qi's senses abruptly sharpened. His toes lightly tapped the ground as he swiftly pulled back, his wrist flicking at the same time to unsheathe a wooden spear from his waist.

Once his stance steadied, he whipped his waist around and swung his arm, using the momentum to counter-thrust, spear tip clashing directly against the incoming strike.

In a flash, the pair of wooden spears collided, shadows weaving wildly, the whooshes slicing air without pause.

Bai Qi wielded his spear with agility, often using deceptive moves. Xiao Mo remained as firm as Mount Tai. Every block and counter flowed flawlessly, quietly dominating the fight.

Over a dozen clashes later, Bai Qi's breaths grew a bit ragged, his attacks revealing faint pauses.

Xiao Mo's eyes flashed keenly, grasping the flaw right away.

His right hand abruptly shifted to seize the spear's end. Arm and wrist powering up, he yanked it high. The tip quivered in response, carving a brief yet vicious curve. A sharp "pa" rang out as it smacked the inner wrist holding Bai Qi's spear.

Bai Qi let out a pained grunt, fingers reflexively slackening. His wooden spear slipped free, thudding dully onto the earth.

Even before that thud faded entirely, Xiao Mo's spear tip gleamed coldly, halting precisely half an inch before Bai Qi's throat.

"Your Highness's spear skills are divine. Bai Qi admires them greatly."

Bai Qi retreated a step and clasped his fists in respect.

His words came straight from the heart.

He had sparred frequently with many before.

Not only was he almost invincible among Qi Refinement cultivators, but against early Foundation Establishment foes, Bai Qi could still hold his own.

But sparring Xiao Mo at Qi Refinement power, Bai Qi couldn't even endure fifty bouts...

This marked the first defeat for Bai Qi against any Qi Refinement cultivator.

"Your talent shines brightly, yet you've wandered a wild path. Your spear work feels too loose, resources scarce. Your base is somewhat shallow. You haven't truly forged your body."

Xiao Mo shook his head while flinging a storage bag his way.

"It holds body tempering pills and formulas to strengthen your frame. Plus two Foundation Building Pills for your foundation step.

Also inside lies my Xiao clan's Hegemon Spear Technique. Study it well.

Diligently cultivate. Your gifts could carry you to the Upper Three Realms someday."

"Many thanks, Your Highness!" Clutching the storage bag, Bai Qi bowed low. "Before, Your Highness granted me recognition. Today's generosity overwhelms me. I won't forget!"

"Okay, okay, done sparring? Time for tea." Qin Siyao entered with tea trays, setting them on the courtyard's stone table.

"Gratitude to the Frost Prince's consort." Bai Qi bowed politely once more. Thirsty indeed, he downed the tea swiftly.

Xiao Mo sipped his tea too, then questioned Bai Qi: "By the way, you've visited often lately without saying why. Need my aid with something?"

"Your Highness's favor weighs like mountains. How dare I bother you more?" Bai Qi declined, "I came today to say goodbye. This afternoon, I head to the Northern Frontier army."

"Hm?" Xiao Mo set his cup down. "New Year nears. Off to Northern Frontier already? Why not stay till after?"

"No." Bai Qi shook his head. "I wish to join sooner, adjust faster. Mother has my sister's care, no concerns there."

"Fine then." Xiao Mo nodded. "Depart worry-free. I'll ensure your mother and sister are cared for. Qin Kingdom supports its troops' families."

"Yes! Bai Qi thanks the General once more!"

Bai Qi drew back to bow again, but Xiao Mo advanced to steady him. "Skip the formalities. Northern Frontier lies distant. Stay safe en route.

From your behavior and spear style, upright honesty suits you, yet your sharpness shows too much, killing aura overly fierce.

Soldiers require killing intent, yet it's akin to a keen edge—drawn in battle, sheathed in peace.

Else, it wounds self and foe, offends heaven and earth, inviting dire rebound.

Heed this well!"

"I will engrave it in my heart." Bai Qi replied solemnly.

"Depart. Soon, you'll claim mighty feats." Xiao Mo clapped his shoulder.

"I won't fail Your Highness's hopes! Farewell, Your Highness, Consort!"

Bai Qi saluted deeply, spun, and departed.

"Sigh..."

Once Bai Qi exited the yard, Xiao Mo heaved a deep sigh.

"Husband, what troubles you? You seem concerned for that youth?" Qin Siyao inquired, puzzled. "He appears genuine and heeds your words."

"Sincere he is, obedient too, but can nature shift so simply?" Xiao Mo sighed. "Never mind. I've spoken my piece. One's road is one's own to tread. Fate guides each soul."

Turning to Qin Siyao, Xiao Mo spoke measuredly: "Wife, New Year comes in five days, yet beforehand, I intend to face tribulation for Nascent Soul."

"Eh?" Qin Siyao clasped Xiao Mo's broad hand. "Couldn't Husband wait past New Year?"

"Realm suppression fails now, spear intent peaks fully. Qin Kingdom's destiny booms, cloaking the capital. Timing, land, harmony align perfectly—advancing to Nascent Soul yields greater certainty."

A faint smile crossed Xiao Mo's face as he brushed Qin Siyao's cheek strands behind her ear.

"I understand Wife's fears.

Nascent Soul truly courts life or death, fraught with danger. Countless fall here, yet we cultivators cannot halt.

Greater strength alone safeguards you all properly.

Fear not, I'll be fine.

Besides, as martial cultivator, Nascent Soul skips Heart Inquiry for us, easing the trial versus common paths."

"..."

Though comforted by her husband's reassurance, unease lingered in Qin Siyao's chest. Yet she knew this road demanded his steps. As wife, support befitted her, not hindrance stirring more doubt.

"Husband, this concubine comprehends, yet promise this concubine you'll return safe." Qin Siyao squeezed Xiao Mo's hand firmly.

"Naturally. Next year after, our wedding awaits." Xiao Mo grinned. "Still... should mishap befall me, Wife, you..."

"No 'should'!"

Ere Xiao Mo finished, Qin Siyao's delicate palm sealed his lips.

"Just supposing..." Xiao Mo gently removed her soft hand, smiling.

"No supposing either!"

Qin Siyao's cheeks ballooned cutely.

"Husband need recall but one vow... Wherever, whenever, whatever occurs, this concubine awaits Husband's return forever."

"Forever!"