Cheng Yu was startled after hearing this. He looked at the “Pure Wind Dragon Flame Technique” placed in front of him and hesitated for a moment. “This…”

“The young master always use excellent things. Big brother, please put them away.” Cheng Qi also remembered Cheng Yu’s practice. Since the young master had taken it out, it must have been the most suitable for Cheng Yu.

The ancient book on the table was made of a special material, and one could easily see its extraordinary nature at a glance. The name seemed to suit him perfectly, so Cheng Yu was naturally moved. However, he shook his head. “How could I accept such a valuable thing for no reason?”

“It’s just a technique. You don’t have to think too much about it. From now on, you should calm down and understand your body well. Don’t waste your potential,” Li Tianyan warned with a solemn face.

“Yes, Cheng Yu will follow the teachings.” Upon hearing these words, Cheng Yu reflexively raised his hands and responded. After saying this, he realized something was amiss and felt a little embarrassed.

Seeing Cheng Yu’s reaction, Cheng Qi couldn’t help but secretly snicker. Whenever cultivation was mentioned, the young master immediately reverted to an old-fashioned demeanor. Last time, even the elders were lectured by him; this time, it was his older brother’s turn.

“How is the situation of the Cheng family now?” Li Tianyan asked Cheng Yu while watching Cheng Qi finish a cup of tea and then refill it.

Although Cheng Yu acknowledged Cheng Qi, it didn’t mean everyone in the Cheng family did. From Cheng Yu’s words just now, it was clear that the relationships within the Cheng family were quite complicated.

“On the way to the Central Region, the Cheng family also suffered losses. However, because I joined Haoyue Immortal Sect, the Cheng family was able to quickly establish themselves in the Central Region, so they didn’t dare to complain. But later on, the Cheng family’s ambitions grew. My parents even moved out to a secluded villa under the pretext of recuperation, and I rarely return to Cheng Mansion,” Cheng Yu replied.

The Cheng family still didn’t know about Cheng Qi’s existence, and Cheng Yu didn’t intend to introduce Cheng Qi to anyone from the Cheng Mansion. However, “Now that this matter is settled, can Xiao Qi come with me to meet our parents?”

Cheng Qi hesitated a little, glancing at Li Tianyan, seeking his opinion.

“If you want, I’ll go with you.” Li Tianyan understood Cheng Qi’s thoughts perfectly and wouldn’t let him go back alone.

“Young master is the best.” Cheng Qi received Li Tianyan’s affirmation, smiled, and rubbed his arm.

Watching this scene, Cheng Yu couldn’t help but sigh inwardly. Thinking back to Cheng Qi’s words about marrying Li Tianyan at thirteen, it was clear they had grown up together. No wonder Cheng Qi relied on him so much.

But how did the Cheng family treat Cheng Qi? Why would they marry her off at such a young age? Moreover, when he asked Cheng Qi earlier, he seemed unwilling to discuss it further. It seemed he would have to return to the mortal world eventually to find out what had happened.

After grasping some crucial details, Li Tianyan fell silent, allowing the two brothers to converse uninterrupted.

Although Cheng Qi and Cheng Yu had just met each other, there was no sense of strangeness between them. They gradually chatted with each other about their respective experiences over the years, and the night passed before they knew it. It wasn’t until dawn that Cheng Yu left, putting on his black robe.

At that moment, only two people were left in the room. Cheng Qi leaned affectionately into Li Tianyan’s arms, wearing an extremely satisfied smile on his face. “Young master, thank you,” he murmured.

“What are you thanking me for?” Li Tianyan couldn’t help but smile at Cheng Qi’s innocent expression.

“For many things,” Cheng Qi replied, momentarily overwhelmed, and he raised his head to kiss Li Tianyan on the cheek.

Suddenly, Li Tianyan gently grasped the back of his neck, causing Cheng Qi to lean forward uncontrollably, his lips meeting Li Tianyan’s in a tender kiss. Feeling the warmth and softness of Li Tianyan’s lips, similar to his, Cheng Qi’s heart trembled slightly. He didn’t pull back, instead awkwardly taking the initiative to kiss him back.

Cheng Qi’s bold move instantly shattered Li Tianyan’s self-control. Unsatisfied with a superficial kiss, he parted Cheng Qi’s lips and deepened the kiss passionately. His tongue delved deeper, as if he wanted to possess every part of him.

As the candles in the room gradually burned out, the intimate kiss between them heated up. Just as Li Tianyan’s passion began to intensify, Huo Xing’s voice suddenly came from outside the door.

“Senior Brother Li, we are about to set off.”

Huo Xing’s voice instantly woke the two people in the room. Li Tianyan sighed inwardly and halted his movements. He raised his head and gazed into Cheng Qi’s shining eyes. The words he spoke were still filled with ambiguous heat as he noted, “It’s already dawn.”

“Yes,” Cheng Qi nodded reluctantly, releasing his arms and legs from around Li Tianyan. “Today is the young master’s turn to compete on stage, so we can’t delay.”

Li Tianyan smiled secretly and leaned down to kiss Cheng Qi’s cheek. “Since we are Taoist companions, there’s no need to say thank you in the future.”

They lingered warmly for a moment before quickly getting up to prepare themselves to leave. As they walked out of the room, Huo Xing noticed them and warmly greeted, “Senior Brother Li, are you ready? Everyone is here and waiting for you.”

“Let’s go,” Li Tianyan replied, glancing briefly at Huo Xing, then took the lead with Cheng Qi.

Huo Xing was suddenly met with a cold look. Confused, he turned to Ji Hexuan and asked, “Why do I feel that Senior Brother Li isn’t in a good mood today?”

Ji Hexuan looked at him sympathetically. Li Tianyan shared a room with his Taoist companion, and only Huo Xing dared to knock on the door.