Here! Zhu Zhuqing began practicing the meditation method.
Dan Heng provided guidance from the side, noting that mistakes were possible on the first attempt.
However, after that, Dan Heng no longer needed to supervise.
As Zhu Zhuqing practiced, a layer of light black soul power covered her body.
A lifelike phantom of a ghostly cat appeared behind her.
Her soul power was quietly increasing, at a rate three times faster than before!
Zhu Zhuqing was thrilled; she had indeed chosen the right teacher.
It was because of her teacher's guidance that she had been able to walk this bright path.
The rapidly circulating soul power made her believe that she would definitely win the battle in the future!
And all of this was thanks to her teacher!
"Don't let your mind wander..."
Dan Heng reminded her.
Zhu Zhuqing's pretty face stiffened, and she quickly focused her mind.
The current meditation method was stronger, but it also required even greater mental focus; she couldn't afford to be distracted.
She suppressed her admiration and gratitude for her teacher in her heart.
...
In the kitchen.
Gu Yuena rolled up her sleeves, revealing her slender, fair arms. Looking at the spotless kitchen, a confident glint appeared on her face.
"That cook, that loser, said to conquer a man's heart, you must first conquer his stomach."
"I've been secretly studying cooking these past few days; it's time to show off my skills!"
Gu Yuena's lips curled into a smile, already imagining how surprised Dan Heng would be to taste the food she had personally prepared.
Just as she was about to begin preparing the ingredients, a figure suddenly appeared through the round kitchen window.
It was Di Tian…
Di Tian whispered, "My lord, you asked me to investigate the Star Luo royal family. I've found out. There are two contenders for the throne this generation: the eldest prince, Davis, and the third prince, Dai Mubai, and Zhu Zhuqing is the third prince's consort…"
Gu Yuena listened as she chopped vegetables.
Her three-year plan for Dan Heng to become emperor was to at least replace either Tian Dou or Star Luo as the emperor.
Dealing with Zhu Zhuqing was a good starting point.
But how to proceed depended on the analysis of her wise strategist.
"Very good, Di Tian, I'll give you another task. Go and summon Zi Ji. I have a mission for her!" Gu Yuena nodded slightly. She thought that turning Dai Mubai into a puppet might be a good idea first.
Of course, this required further consideration. At least Zi Ji needed to be brought out first, so she wouldn't remain dormant underground.
Di Tian responded and, seeing Gu Yuena still chopping vegetables, couldn't help but ask, "My lord, why...why are you doing such rough work? Why don't I help you?"
"No! No need..."
Gu Yuena quickly refused. This was the first dish a wife had cooked for her husband, and she didn't want anyone else to interfere.
Seeing a hint of panic in Gu Yuena's eyes, Di Tian instantly understood.
To gain the help of that powerful figure, his lord had actually humbled himself and cooked for him?!
As his subordinate, Di Tian felt a piercing pain
in his heart! He had to free his lord and not let him suffer this anymore.
"That lecherous fellow, if it were Zi Ji, she could probably persuade him on behalf of my lord, right?" Di Tian thought, gradually walking away.
...
As the sun began to set,
Zhu Zhuqing awoke from her meditation. After a day of rest, the pain had subsided.
Furthermore, her soul power had increased significantly, and she estimated that she would soon break through to the next level.
And all of this was thanks to her teacher!
Zhu Zhuqing stood up, looking at Dan Heng on the recliner with eyes full of admiration.
At that moment, the three lewd individuals arrived from afar.
They dared not enter the courtyard and knelt at the entrance.
"Senior, we're here..."
Dan Heng closed his book, glanced at them, and said, "Zhu Zhuqing, go fight them. Let me see your combat prowess."
A Soul Master's strength isn't just about Soul Power; combat skills are also crucial.
A person with rich combat experience can easily fight opponents of higher levels.
Tang San is the most typical example.
Although he wanted Zhu Zhuqing to reach level 60 as soon as possible so she wouldn't disturb his peaceful life,
he couldn't let her neglect her proper guidance .
Zhu Zhuqing responded and walked towards the three lewd individuals.
The three lewd individuals, seeing that it was Zhu Zhuqing fighting them, all showed signs of tension.
Given their situation of controlling the majority, they assumed Zhu Zhuqing was Dan Heng's personal possession.
If they accidentally made contact with Zhu Zhuqing, wouldn't she tear them to pieces? Although
it was just a sparring session, it was still very dangerous!
They exchanged glances and immediately came up with an idea.
Outside the courtyard, Zhu Zhuqing and the three lewd individuals all activated their Martial Souls and began to fight.
Zhu Zhuqing was incredibly fast, being from a prestigious family. Although she was only a Great Soul Master, while the three sleazy guys were at least Soul Grandmasters, they dared not touch her because they were in her way, and instead ended up with many wounds.
A quarter of an hour later, the three sleazy guys were all lying on the ground.
Zhu Zhuqing pursed her lips, a flash of pride crossing her eyes.
She had shown her true skill in front of her teacher!
Dan Heng frowned slightly, looking at the three sleazy guys lying on the ground. "Why didn't you use your full strength?"
The three sleazy guys immediately kowtowed and begged for mercy. "Senior! How could we dare to disrespect Miss? Please forgive us! Just let us go like a fart, we'll never do such a thing again..."
The three sleazy guys cried and sobbed, each one more vehement than the last.
Zhu Zhuqing's face flushed red. So they had deliberately let her win!
Dan Heng shook his head helplessly. "Fine, leave now."
The three sleazy guys quickly got up and ran away.
Their speed was much faster than when they had fought Zhu Zhuqing!
Zhu Zhuqing's face flushed even redder, her chest heaving. What had she been so proud of?!
Dan Heng stood up, walked out of the courtyard, and stood opposite Zhu Zhuqing.
He held up a finger and said, "From now on, you will attack me with all your might."
"This... alright, teacher!"
Zhu Zhuqing's eyes changed. She knew the difference in their abilities and wasn't worried about hurting her teacher.
Moreover, she really wanted to prove herself to her teacher!
"Whoosh...!!!"
Zhu Zhuqing transformed into a black shadow, rushing towards Dan Heng's back.
Dan Heng didn't even turn around,
simply extending his finger backward. His index finger struck Zhu Zhuqing's shoulder, causing her to deviate and fly past him.
"Your movements are too rigid. You need to learn to adapt to the situation and not completely follow the battle tactics,"
Dan Heng advised casually.
The next second, Zhu Zhuqing attacked Dan Heng's neck with a backhand.
But Dan Heng, in the instant she raised her hand, struck her under the armpit.
Zhu Zhuqing's face instantly turned pale, and she staggered back several steps.
"How can you be distracted in battle? Don't think that just because you're fast, you can leave yourself vulnerable; that's a path to death." Dan Heng calmly commented, taking a step forward.
Zhu Zhuqing instinctively stepped back.
"Even when escaping, you must assess the situation carefully; otherwise, exposing your back is tantamount to suicide..."
(End of Chapter)