Wizard: Stronger through Marriage Chapter 5: Secret Cultivation in the Back Garden

"Let’s commence."

David led Liya to the secluded rear garden for their focused training session. He personally instructed her in the intricate movements of the Frost Wolf Breathing Technique, guiding her entry into the path of knight cultivation.

Within the serene garden setting, Liya moved with a dancer’s grace, her form akin to a fluttering butterfly. Even in her practical training attire, a modified maid’s uniform, her elegant posture possessed a distinct charm.

Remarkably, Liya displayed considerable talent for knight cultivation. After just a few repetitions of the Frost Wolf Breathing Technique, she achieved the basic entry level, a feat that genuinely surprised David. As she practiced the breathing method, vitality surged through her, fine beads of perspiration materialized on her brow, and her clothes became visibly damp.

Following three cycles of the breathing exercises, Liya concluded with a slow exhalation, calming the internal surge of energy and stabilizing her respiration.

"A brief respite," David announced. He procured a jacket and draped it over Liya’s shoulders before gently taking her hand and guiding her to a chair. As she sat to recover, he offered a soothing massage.

The remainder of the day was spent by David and Liya in the tranquil confines of the rear garden. Their shared training, involving significant physical exertion and resultant perspiration, led to them bathing together.

[Session of cultivation concluded. Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline +20]

[Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline: Tier Two (209/500)]

This cultivation period proved highly fruitful, with the accumulated experience points increasing unexpectedly to 20, signifying a deepening of their connection.

"Young Master David."

As David prepared to assist Liya with another cleansing, she suddenly gasped, her voice tinged with astonishment. "I-I-I... I believe I've awakened my bloodline."

David paused in stunned silence. He swiftly placed a hand over Liya’s chest, feeling a distinct resonance with his own Frost Wolf Bloodline. Liya had, in fact, awakened the Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline!

Yet, the possibility seemed remote, almost beyond belief. The entire event unfolded with such suddenness, defying easy comprehension.

"Wait, could this be a consequence of the system?" David’s heart began to pound as he recalled the system's function, which bore a resemblance to the dual cultivation practices described in cultivation novels. The very essence of dual cultivation was to amplify mutual benefits, and it was plausible that Liya's bloodline awakening was facilitated by the system's influence!

A gleeful smile spread across his face as this realization dawned. Even though the 'Golden Finger' bestowed less direct benefits upon Liya compared to himself, any positive outcome was cause for celebration. This implied that Liya’s own strength could grow through their cultivation exchanges, subsequently enhancing the efficacy and duration of their sessions, thus establishing a virtuous cycle!

"Congratulations, Liya," David expressed with genuine warmth.

"Young Master David."

Liya was equally elated. She had never envisioned herself engaging in knight cultivation, let alone awakening the Frost Wolf Bloodline! All of this had been made possible by Young Master David's presence. Overwhelmed with gratitude, her thoughts turned to how she could fully dedicate herself to him.

[Session of cultivation concluded. Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline +30]

[Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline: Tier Two (239/500)]

Though the interval between these two sessions was brief, the cultivation outcome had markedly improved. It was evident that Liya’s bloodline awakening had significantly amplified the cultivation synergy.

This observation further solidified another of David’s theories: cultivation effectiveness was not solely dependent on the mutual exchange but was also intrinsically linked to the inherent strength of the partners involved. Therefore, he resolved to aid Liya in becoming more powerful.

"This is the Frost Wolf Potion. It will assist you in mastering the Frost Wolf Breathing Technique and rapidly advancing your strength to the official knight level," David stated, presenting the item.

Liya faltered, her gaze fixed on the Frost Wolf Potion before her, barely able to accept that her Lord would entrust such a valuable concoction to her. Though she couldn't ascertain its exact worth, the mere term 'potion' conveyed its significance, deepening her already profound gratitude towards him.

David observed Liya's stunned reaction with a gentle smile. The Frost Wolf Potion was undeniably a rare item, but if it enabled Liya to achieve the official knight level, its value would be justified. This advancement would, in turn, accelerate the enhancement of his Frost Wolf Bloodline, and the cultivation speed for higher-tier bloodlines would likely remain consistent. Furthermore, each bloodline level breakthrough offered unique transformative benefits.

"Consume it quickly. Although our Frost Wolf Clan has seen better days, we managed to procure a Frost Wolf Potion for one additional member," David chuckled, his tone light.

Only then did Liya nod, her violet-blue eyes expressing a blend of caution and deep emotion.

Having consumed the Frost Wolf Potion, Liya swiftly returned to her practice of the Frost Wolf Breathing Technique, her eyes full of dreams as her gray hair cascaded around her in the garden.

David took a seat, propping his chin as he observed her, a feeling akin to nurturing a character blooming within him.

Consequently, for the days that followed, David remained in the rear garden alongside Liya, engaging in joint cultivation of the breathing technique three times each day – in the morning, at noon, and again at night.

As Liya's strength grew, the effects of each dual cultivation session saw a marginal improvement.

[You have finished a cultivation session, Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline +35]

[Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline: Tier Three (2/5000)]

Following three days of unwavering dedication, David's Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline power successfully advanced to Tier Three.

Concurrently, bolstered by the transformative impact of this breakthrough, his knightly power also managed to exceed the Peak of Tier One, reaching the level of a Tier Two Knight!

From the awakening of the Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline and his initial breakthrough to an official knight, to the successful elevation of his knightly power to Tier Two, a mere month had elapsed—a pace that defied description.

Were the Gray Wolf Knight aware of this, their jaws would undoubtedly have dropped in disbelief.

The Third Prince Reynolds, presently hailed as the Silver Moon Star genius knight, requires half a year to elevate his power from Tier One to Tier Two!