The pavilion went dead silent.
Dual cultivation was known to every cultivator, but it was rarely discussed openly. The intimate nature of the practice made it a taboo subject in formal settings, especially mixed gatherings like this one.
"Dual cultivation?" Zhou Fatty's voice cracked slightly. "You mean... you mean you..."
"Shared spiritual essence through intimate connection," I confirmed matter-of-factly. "Energy exchange through physical and emotional bonding. It's an ancient technique, well-documented in classical texts, highly effective when practiced correctly."
Zhao Ling's face had gone pale. "That's... that's improper. Scandalous. The sect has rules about such things!"
"Rules about cultivation methods?" I raised an eyebrow. "How strange. I thought the Immortal Sect prided itself on pursuing all paths to enlightenment. Are you suggesting that certain classical techniques should be forbidden simply because they make some people uncomfortable?"
