We Agreed On Experiencing Life, So Why Did You Immortals Become Real? Chapter 443: Don’t Get Eaten by Those Two Women—That’s the Best Repayment!

On the second night following the wedding.

News that Xiao Mo had spent the night in Yan Ruxue’s chambers reached Empress Dowager Yan’s ears. This was especially true after Empress Dowager Yan acquired that “blood plum” handkerchief from a palace maid.

Empress Dowager Yan was ecstatic.

In Empress Dowager Yan’s opinion, regardless of whether her Ruxue could conceive an imperial heir in a single night,

Ruxue had at least seized the initiative in the relationship.

It wasn’t just Empress Dowager Yan; even Spring Swallow, a mere maid, felt a sense of pride.

After all, her young lady was the first royal consort to receive His Majesty’s favor. Perhaps her young lady’s womb already carried a little imperial prince!

Mingyue, from the Hall of Holding Wine, observed Spring Swallow’s smug and self-satisfied demeanor, which nearly incensed her.

Fortunately, starting from the third day after the wedding, Xiao Mo began to alternate his nights between Bai Ruxue’s and Qin Siyao’s chambers.

This turn of events gradually allowed the maids of the Hall of Holding Wine to hold their heads high once more.

As servants, their destinies were intertwined with that of their own noble consort.

If their lady lost favor, then they, the servants, would also face hardship.

And now, their Consort Mu was only one night behind Consort Xue; there was still hope for everything!

As for the sentiments of those in the rear palace and the “undercurrents at play,” Xiao Mo paid them no mind.

In the ensuing days, Xiao Mo’s sole focus was on his cultivation.

Every time Xiao Mo visited the Hall of Congealed Snow for Consort Xue to “attend his bed,” it was, in reality, Bai Ruxue purifying his spiritual power.

Because the spiritual power within Xiao Mo’s body was continually thickening and being compressed, Xiao Mo found himself able to cultivate once more.

Therefore, each day, Xiao Mo would also proceed to the Asking-the-Dao Altar to practice his swordsmanship.

When Jiang Qingyi became aware of Bai Ruxue’s methods with Xiao Mo, despite snorting a few times inwardly and showing a hint of displeasure,

Jiang Qingyi had to concede that, apart from swordsmanship, the Lord of the Four Seas possessed far greater knowledge than she did—for instance, this method of purifying spiritual power was something she was incapable of performing for Xiao Mo.

Setting other matters aside, her own spiritual power contained incomparably sharp sword Qi. Should she attempt to help Xiao Mo purify his spiritual power, Xiao Mo would endure agony as if being sliced apart inch by inch.

In addition to Bai Ruxue’s purification of Xiao Mo’s spiritual power and Jiang Qingyi’s tutelage in swordsmanship, Qin Siyao was also secretly assisting Xiao Mo in solidifying and refining his mountains-and-rivers fortune.

For the majority of rulers across the world, if a ruler desired to cultivate, the mountains-and-rivers fortune represented a potent form of poison.

However, Qin Siyao possessed the Through-Ages Sacred Body, and she was also the first ruler to achieve true unification of the Ten Thousand Arts world—even expanding its territory.

Consequently, she exerted a unique form of control over mountains-and-rivers fortune.

Xiao Mo himself remained unaware: each time he stayed overnight at Qin Siyao’s, the mountains-and-rivers fortune enveloping him was secretly feeding back into his cultivation and his great Dao.

Unbeknownst to him—

A month had elapsed.

The spiritual power within Xiao Mo’s body could no longer be purified any further.

If one were to compare an ordinary cultivator’s spiritual power to water, then Xiao Mo’s spiritual power at this moment was akin to dense, golden liquid.

Yet, regardless of the circumstances, Xiao Mo was still only at the Qi Refining Realm.

The limitations of the Qi Refining Realm, its “bucket,” were undeniable.

Nevertheless, Xiao Mo had already made comprehensive preparations.

He had, quite some time ago, selected a small, flat terrain in the distant outskirts beyond the imperial capital.

Furthermore, he had arranged for Wei Xun to discreetly acquire a Foundation Establishment Pill.

But upon learning that His Majesty intended to attempt Foundation Establishment, Wei Xun was utterly shaken. In the Imperial Study, he fell to his knees with a resounding thud, repeatedly imploring, “Your Majesty, reconsider!”

Xiao Mo understood Wei Xun’s apprehension perfectly.

In Wei Xun’s view, Xiao Mo was essentially inviting death.

After all, within this world, rulers who attempted Foundation Establishment most often perished under the heavenly tribulation.

Xiao Mo repeatedly assured Wei Xun that he was fully aware of his limits.

Wei Xun, wiping away his tears, gazed at His Majesty with a mixture of belief and disbelief.

Whether His Majesty truly understood his own limitations, and what those limits entailed—Wei Xun genuinely had no way of knowing.

But His Majesty’s decision was firm. He was resolute in attempting Foundation Establishment. What recourse did Wei Xun have then…

And now, Xiao Mo had all preparations complete, lacking only one crucial element.

Jiang Qingyi had promised to bestow upon him a treasure that would enhance the success rate of his Foundation Establishment.

However, that particular item had not yet been finalized.

At long last, on this particular day, Jiang Qingyi arrived at Xiao Mo’s royal chambers, placing a bottle of potent pills before him.

“Immortal Jiang, what might this be?”

Xiao Mo accepted the vial, his gaze fixed on Jiang Qingyi.

Merely by unsealing the bottle, he was immediately enveloped by a strong, medicinal aroma.

“This is what I mentioned to you previously,”

Jiang Qingyi stated impassively.

“This particular medicinal creation is known as the Stealing Heaven Pill. As a human sovereign, Your Majesty attracts significant attention from the Heavenly Way. After ingesting this, the Heavenly Way might overlook certain transgressions. The process of Foundation Establishment won't be nearly as arduous.”

“At the very least, Your Majesty will be capable of weathering the heavenly tribulation.”

Upon hearing Jiang Qingyi’s explanation, Xiao Mo’s brow furrowed.

“Immortal Jiang, should I accept this pill, I am uncertain how I might ever repay your generosity.”

Xiao Mo shook his head{N•o•v•e•l•i•g•h•t} and gently returned the pill bottle to the table.

Despite being a mere Qi Refining cultivator, Xiao Mo’s depth of knowledge vastly exceeded that of typical individuals at his level.

Occasionally, Xiao Mo would immerse himself in the vast collection of scrolls within the Palace Library Pavilion. He had diligently studied numerous cultivation manuals and delved into several treatises on the art of pill-making.

He understood that any pill intricately connected to the Heavenly Way was exceedingly rare and valuable.

If the other party had offered him a common elixir that merely enhanced the probability of achieving Foundation Establishment, he would have readily accepted.

Such items, while precious, were ultimately confined to the scope of Foundation Establishment.

In the future, avenues for repayment would undoubtedly present themselves.

However, for a pill intrinsically linked to the great Dao—Xiao Mo genuinely had no idea what could possibly serve as adequate recompense.

Listening to Xiao Mo’s hesitant words, Jiang Qingyi cast a cool, indifferent glance his way and delicately tucked a stray lock of hair behind her ear:

“The method for refining this pill is exceptionally unique. During its creation, Your Majesty’s birth dates and eight characters were integral to the process.”

“Consequently, this bottle of pills will only manifest its intended effect if consumed by Your Majesty.”

“Should Your Majesty choose not to partake, this bottle would be no more effective than simple sugar pellets. Would that not constitute an even greater waste?”

“If Your Majesty genuinely harbors reservations, then strive to enter the Foundation Establishment Realm through conventional means. In the distant future, when Your Majesty’s cultivation realm ascends significantly, then perhaps discussions of repayment might become feasible.”

“Furthermore, if Your Majesty no longer desires to bear the responsibilities of Great Zhou’s ruler and instead wishes to ascend the mountain to pursue cultivation, aligning with my Ten Thousand Swords Sect would be a suitable choice.”

“My Ten Thousand Swords Sect boasts a profound heritage and consistently values individuals of talent. Consider this bottle of pills an initial investment from my Ten Thousand Swords Sect in Your Majesty’s potential.”

“With all preparations now in order, Your Majesty is truly positioned to attempt the breakthrough to Foundation Establishment.”

Having concluded her statement, Jiang Qingyi rose from her seat. She had no desire for further discourse and even less inclination to provide Xiao Mo with another opportunity to refuse. She then turned and departed Xiao Mo’s chambers.

“Repayment?”

Standing at the threshold of the Hall of Nourishing the Heart, Jiang Qingyi paused, glanced back once, and couldn’t suppress a cold scoff.

“Just avoid being utterly consumed by those two women—that would be the best repayment imaginable!”