Dual Cultivation System: My Cultivation Was Crippled, So I Rely on Intimacy to Level Up

His gaze swept over the stunned Chen Ziqing.

“Since I have a way to help your sister enlighten her Spirit Root, allowing her to draw Qi into her body within nine days and stimulate her Vitality, naturally, I also have a way to improve my own Spirit Root.”

Before his words had fully faded, Zhou Kai flicked his finger. A smooth Qi Gathering Pill appeared at his fingertip.

With a surge of his Mana, the Qi Gathering Pill emitted a soft poof and transformed into a mass of pure Spirit Qi, suspended in the air.

In the next moment, Zhou Kai activated his cultivation technique.

Whoosh—!

Centered on him, the surrounding heaven and earth Spirit Qi, along with that mass of pure Spirit Qi from the pill, seemed to be pulled by an invisible force. A visible vortex of Spirit Qi formed and surged into his body.

The absorption speed was countless times faster than when Chen Ziqing cultivated! It was like a giant whale sucking in water—domineering and peerless!

In just a short moment, that mass of pure Spirit Qi was completely absorbed. Even the surrounding heaven and earth Spirit Qi was drained away, creating a brief vacuum in the courtyard.

“This speed of absorbing Spirit Qi… Superior-grade Spirit Root?!”

Chen Ziyi’s beautiful eyes widened, and she covered her mouth in shock. Chen Ziqing’s delicate body trembled violently, her heart roiling with towering waves!

Especially Chen Ziqing—she knew Zhou Kai had only possessed an Inferior-grade Spirit Root before!

How long had it been? Not only could he help others enlighten their Spirit Roots, but he could also defy fate to alter his own innate talent, elevating it to the legendary Superior-grade?!

This was utterly unfathomable! Inconceivable!

Just how many more secrets were hidden on Brother Zhou?

At this moment, the last trace of habitual calculation and reservation instilled in her by her family completely vanished from her heart.

It was replaced by overwhelming shock, reverence, and a near-fanatical admiration!

Zhou Kai sensed Chen Ziqing’s fervent and worshipful gaze and felt quite satisfied.

This series of shocks had thoroughly shattered any last shreds of doubt or wavering that might have remained in her heart.

[Ding! Chen Ziqing Affection +20!] [Current Affection: 80/100 (Adoration)]

The system prompt sounded again.

He looked at Chen Ziqing, his gaze sharp as torches.

Chen Ziqing immediately understood. She walked up to Zhou Kai, performed a respectful bow with her hands folded in front, and spoke with the utmost solemnity:

“Brother Zhou, from the moment I chose to move here… Ziqing… has already been yours for this lifetime. Whether it is mountains of blades or seas of fire, Ziqing is willing to follow by Brother Zhou’s side without a second thought!”

Zhou Kai reached out to help her up. Feeling the slight tremor in her fingertips, he nodded with satisfaction.

“Very good. Rest assured. With me here, I will definitely ensure both you sisters successfully establish your Foundations and truly roam freely between heaven and earth.”

Foundation Establishment!

These two words exploded like thunderclaps in the hearts of the two sisters!

That was a realm countless cultivators dreamed of!

Now, her husband (Brother Zhou) had made this promise! Combined with all the incredible things he had shown, they had no doubt about his ability to do so!

Zhou Kai’s tone shifted. His gaze became profound as he spoke calmly:

“From now on, you are both my Dao Companions. Past entanglements will naturally fade.”

“As for someone like Chen Xingze… he should bear the consequences.”

“This matter, I will handle myself. I won’t tolerate him acting like this.”

A sharp glint flashed in Zhou Kai’s eyes but quickly receded. His gaze fell on the two sisters as he softened his tone.

“The immediate priority is to improve your strength.” He looked at Chen Ziyi gently. “Ziyi, come with me to the backyard.”

In the backyard, Zhou Kai flipped his palm. A jade vial appeared in his hand, which he handed over. “Ziyi, this contains Qi Gathering Pills. It’s enough for your cultivation for a while. Also, this demon beast meat contains considerable Vitality power. It will greatly benefit your cultivation of ‘Tiger Rush Strength.'”

He then took out a large piece of processed demon beast meat from his Storage Bag. It emitted a faint bloody scent and was brimming with Vitality.

“‘Tiger Rush Strength’ emphasizes ferocity and dominance. When you begin cultivating it, your punches and kicks should be accompanied by the roar of a tiger as your Vitality surges. Watch carefully!”

Before his words finished, Zhou Kai’s right fist shot forward fiercely!

The fist tore through the air. He didn’t use Mana—it was purely the power of his physical body’s Vitality—yet it produced a low, muffled sound resembling the roar of a fierce tiger! The wind from the punch stirred up dust from the ground!

“This is the sign of condensed Vitality—a punch manifesting like a tiger.”

Seeing such ferocity initially made Chen Ziyi somewhat uncomfortable; it was far removed from her gentle nature. But remembering this was the path her husband had carefully chosen for her, determination filled her eyes. She nodded and said:

“Husband, Ziyi remembers. I definitely won’t disappoint you.”

With that, she walked to an open area in the courtyard and began practicing according to Zhou Kai’s earlier fist stance—meticulously and precisely.

At first, she was somewhat stiff and awkward, carrying a feminine grace that created a strange contrast with the ferocity of ‘Tiger Rush Strength.’

But her will was firm, and she focused intensely. She practiced over and over again tirelessly.

Sweat soon soaked through her training clothes, clinging tightly to her body and outlining her enchanting curves.

As her Vitality circulated, she gradually began emitting an unprecedented scorching aura different from before. Her eyes also sharpened slightly, hinting at a trace of latent wildness.

Zhou Kai stood to the side watching her earnest demeanor, a smile playing on his lips.

Seeing this gentle and reserved woman cultivating such a domineering technique held an unexpectedly captivating charm all its own.

He stroked his chin, thinking inwardly: Ziyi has taken the body cultivation path; ordinary flying swords probably won’t suit her well… Hmm… Strength-type magical artifacts? A giant hammer? Seems too crude perhaps… Or maybe… a pair of domineering gauntlets? Or perhaps… a mountain-splitting great axe? All seem quite appealing…

Night deepened; stars and moon offered no light.

Zhou Kai finished his day’s cultivation and habitually headed toward the side room he had frequented these past few days.

Just as he reached the corridor eaves, an elegant figure blocked his path.

She had changed into clean, plain-colored long robes; the refreshing fragrance of a recent bath was delightful.

“Husband.”

Chen Ziyi took Zhou Kai’s hand. “That one… has been gone for quite some time now.”

Zhou Kai was momentarily taken aback before understanding dawned. He couldn’t help feeling somewhat apologetic; these past few days, engrossed with Little Green Tea, he had indeed neglected her.

His heart stirred slightly. Before he could speak, Chen Ziyi added in an almost inaudible whisper, “Husband… today while cultivating ‘Tiger Rush Strength,’ Ziyi felt my Vitality more abundant than ever before… as if… I have endless strength…”

Hmm?

Warmth surged in Zhou Kai’s chest; without further hesitation, he stepped forward, scooped her up by the waist, and headed toward the master bedroom.

[Ding! Deep Interaction with Red Beauty Chen Ziyi completed! Vitality Exchange Points +10!]

Holding the sweat-drenched Chen Ziyi close, Zhou Kai felt inwardly astonished.

Beside him, Chen Ziyi lay on her side, propping up her head with one hand, her beautiful eyes smiling.

“Is husband tired?”

Damn it! Is body cultivation this domineering? I’m at the second layer of Meridian Opening—how come I can’t steadily overpower her?

Especially under that teasing gaze, Zhou Kai felt certain Chen Ziyi must be laughing heartily inside!

Zhou Kai activated his Vitality… (800 words omitted)

He only felt thoroughly comfortable all over; any previous slight “frustration” vanished completely, replaced by immense satisfaction.

The following dozen or so days proceeded as usual.

During the daytime, there was diligent cultivation, occasionally guiding both sisters; at night, sharing affection equally, taking turns having Deep Interactions with both sisters to obtain exchange points and improve both their strengths.

As Zhou Kai continuously allocated [Vitality] exchange points onto Chen Ziyi, her progress in ‘Tiger Rush Strength’ advanced rapidly. The tiger roars accompanying her punches grew more solid and louder. Her figure seemed to become even more upright and agile, successfully breaking through to the second layer of Meridian Opening.

Little Green Tea was also nearing a breakthrough. Unfortunately, Zhou Kai didn’t want to spend Omni-Points on her. Besides, before reaching the fourth layer of Qi Condensation, breakthroughs faced no obstacles.

But when Zhou Kai wanted Chen Ziqing’s alchemy skill to break through to the second grade, the system prompted insufficient cultivation level, temporarily unable to raise alchemist grade.

Only then did Zhou Kai understand. Apparently, improving Cultivation Arts besides proficiency (exchange points) also required one’s own cultivation level as a hard requirement. At least reaching the mid-stage of Qi Condensation was needed. This matter wasn’t urgent, though.

“Time to go out and deliver those Yang Locking Pills,” Zhou Kai murmured to himself.

To avoid alerting Chen Xingze and to make this act more convincing, after brief contemplation, Zhou Kai forcibly stimulated a reverse flow of Vitality.

With a pfft sound, he spat out blood, instantly appearing listless and looking severely weakened, as if he might collapse at any moment.

“This should be about enough,” Zhou Kai whispered, then pushed open the courtyard gate.

The Chen family disciple guarding outside, bored, immediately looked over alertly upon seeing the gate open.

Seeing Zhou Kai’s wretched state, he was first stunned, then sneered, “Serves you right for being a Guest Elder…”

“Cough cough… Pills… the pills are ready…”

That person took the jade vial, carefully counted them, then snorted coldly. “Know your place!”

Watching that Chen family disciple’s retreating figure, the previously listless aura around Zhou Kai instantly vanished. His pale complexion regained its rosiness, and his eyes cleared, regaining their sharpness.

He casually wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth. Was there any trace of weakness remaining whatsoever?

Only after that person completely disappeared far away did the young Clerk Xiao run over from nearby.

“Alchemist Zhou, my Young Mistress requests your presence for a discussion.”