Upon hearing this, Wu Tian frowned, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.
He was well aware of his master's authority and teachings, but this method went against his sense of morality and emotions.
He took a deep breath and said firmly, "Senior sister, although Master is an elder, the path of cultivation should be based on one's own heart, not on others. Our cultivation is forged through sweat and perseverance, how can it be given away so easily? Moreover, if this method is true, wouldn't it put the bond between fellow disciples and the code of the martial world below self-interest?"
Upon hearing this, a flicker of hesitation crossed Jin Lingyun's eyes; she had not expected Wu Tian to refuse so resolutely.
Moreover, she felt that Wu Tian's words made sense. If this method really worked, wouldn't Wu Tian be a holy monk in the world?
She lowered her head, her voice barely audible: "Junior brother is absolutely right. I was misled by cultivation and forgot my original intention. But... what profound meaning lies behind Master's words?"
Seeing this, Wu Tian felt a surge of warmth in his heart. He gently patted Jin Lingyun's shoulder and said in a tender tone, "Senior Sister, there is no need to be troubled by this. When the time is right, I will personally ask Master for an explanation and give you a clear answer."
Jin Lingyun looked up, her eyes filled with gratitude and admiration through her tears. She nodded gently, as if her heart had been untied, and her relief was evident in her expression: "Thank you, Junior Brother. I will definitely convey this sentiment to the other fellow disciples so that they may also understand Junior Brother's noble character."
The two smiled at each other, and in an instant, all the misunderstandings and barriers seemed to vanish without a trace, as if melted away by a spring breeze.
Wu Tian took another deep breath and slowly said, "Actually, if Senior Sister truly wishes to improve her cultivation, I have another method to offer..."
"Oh?" Upon hearing this, Jin Lingyun's eyes lit up. Before Wu Tian could continue, she gripped his hand tightly and eagerly asked, "Is what you said true, Junior Brother?"
This handshake was not at all awkward; on the contrary, it showed a natural understanding. Wu Tian nodded solemnly and replied, "It is absolutely true. Senior Sister is currently at the third-grade martial artist level. I have a miraculous medicine called 'Golden Pill,' which can help Senior Sister advance her cultivation to the next level. If combined with my acupuncture technique, the effect will be even greater."
"Really!" Jin Lingyun's joy was palpable, her face beaming with indescribable excitement.
Wu Tian gently opened the porcelain bottle, and a dazzling golden pill appeared in his palm. He handed it to Jin Lingyun and said with concern, "Senior Sister, please take this pill. Afterwards, I will perform acupuncture, which will surely help you advance to a higher level of cultivation."
Without hesitation, Jin Lingyun took the pill and swallowed it. Then, as Wu Tian had instructed, she lay peacefully on the bed, looking forward to the upcoming transformation.
Wu Tian slowly walked to the bedside, a row of exquisite silver needles already prepared in his hand, each one gleaming with a faint cold light, seemingly containing extraordinary power.
His gaze was solemn, yet it revealed boundless trust and care for his senior sister. He said softly, "Senior sister, the process ahead may be a little uncomfortable, but please believe that it is all for your cultivation to reach a higher level."
Jin Lingyun smiled slightly, her eyes full of determination: "Junior brother, I believe in you. I am willing to try whatever test it may be."
With a flick of Wu Tian's finger, the first silver needle streaked across the night sky like a shooting star, piercing precisely into an acupoint within Jin Lingyun's body.
Instantly, a warm current spread from that acupoint, as if countless tiny warm currents were flowing through the blood vessels, bringing an unprecedented sense of comfort.
"Um--"
Jin Lingyun couldn't help but let out a series of mesmerizing moans, which echoed in the air like a melody, causing Wu Tian's body to tremble slightly. The silver needles in his hand seemed to resonate with her, trembling incessantly.
However, as a highly skilled physician, he quickly regained his composure with unparalleled composure. With a flick of his fingertips, the silver needles moved like a woven tapestry, each drop precise and flawless, displaying both gentleness and delicacy while fully demonstrating the power of medical expertise.
Time seemed to freeze in the stillness of the room, with only the two people's subtle and harmonious breathing weaving a unique rhythm within.
Jin Lingyun closed her eyes and focused her mind. It felt as if rivers were surging within her body. She could clearly feel each meridian slowly widening, which was the prelude to her cultivation advancement, melodious and magnificent.
Suddenly, a powerful aura burst forth from her body, radiating golden light that illuminated the surrounding darkness, bathing the entire room in brilliance as if day had arrived.
Seeing this, Wu Tian smiled with satisfaction. He knew that the perfect combination of the "Golden Elixir" and acupuncture had given Jin Lingyun a qualitative leap in her cultivation.
As the last ray of golden light returned to Jin Lingyun's body, Wu Tian quickly removed the needles.
As the last silver needle was slowly pulled out, Jin Lingyun suddenly opened her eyes, her pupils flashing with an even more dazzling light—proof of her greatly increased strength.
"I...I feel stronger than ever before!" Her voice was filled with barely suppressed excitement and joy, as if the whole world had become more vibrant and colorful because of her transformation.
She suppressed the surging emotions in her heart and tried to look inward, but the result shocked her—her cultivation had actually risen to the peak of the fifth-grade martial artist.
To her surprise, with the combined help of the pills and Wu Tian's acupuncture, her cultivation level increased by two levels.
Overjoyed, she embraced Wu Tian tightly, her gratitude overflowing: "Junior brother, I, Jin Lingyun, will remember your kindness forever!"
This unexpected achievement not only eased her previous regrets but also made her dream a reality.
However, this sudden intimacy made Wu Tian feel slightly uncomfortable. He gently patted Jin Lingyun's shoulder and distanced himself with a gentle yet firm gesture.
His smile held a hint of satisfaction and admonition: "Senior Sister has already entered the fifth rank of martial artist. Although she is still some distance from the Grandmaster realm, she must not neglect her mental cultivation."
Upon hearing this, Jin Lingyun nodded silently. The two exchanged a smile, their bond as fellow disciples, having weathered many storms, became even more precious and unbreakable.
Just then, a series of rapid and violent knocks on the door rang out like thunder, instantly breaking the silence of the room and causing ripples in the hearts of the two fellow disciples.
They looked at each other, wondering who in the Jin family would dare to knock on Jin Lingyun's door so forcefully.
Before their lips could even part and words could even be uttered, a furious roar erupted from outside the door, sweeping in like a raging storm: "Jin Lingyun, you shameless woman, open the door! In broad daylight, how dare you have such an affair with another man behind closed doors? You have no shame, but I have my pride too!"
"It's Ye Chuan!"
Upon hearing this, Jin Lingyun's expression froze instantly, a flame of anger quietly igniting in her eyes, like a plum blossom suddenly blooming in winter, proud yet thorny.
"Boom!"
Immediately afterwards, it was as if a thunderclap resounded between heaven and earth. The heavy iron door outside Jin Lingyun's room seemed to be pulled by an invisible force, and with an invincible momentum, it rushed towards the two people inside the room like a wild horse. An indescribable tension and pressure filled the air.
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