Chapter 7, embracing a beautiful woman while flying.

Qi Yue felt a moment of embarrassment and quickly said: "Brother Li, this is my friend, her surname is Ji"

Ji Mingming displayed a vomiting expression, "Alright, stop with the nonsense. I will now teach you the Shenglin Jue. Whether you can achieve anything in the future depends on your own efforts."

Qiyue chuckled and said, "I hope you can still evaluate it this way later."

Qi Yue smiled and said, "This is my style indeed. Alright, Teacher Ji, we can begin now"

Ji Mingming said solemnly: "Clouds are ethereal and elusive, much like our own strength. We cultivate our abilities, which are closely related to our inherent attributes. For instance, I cultivate the abilities of a chicken, which primarily lie in its beak, wings, claws, and voice. Therefore, the power manifested in my Ascending Cloud Technique is reflected in these four aspects. You are a Qilin, a celestial being of auspiciousness. The Qilin's abilities are mainly characterized by overall balance, lacking any particularly strong points, but also devoid of significant weaknesses. In ancient times, the Qilin could use special incantations to subdue other extraordinary beasts. Later, when humans inherited the Qilin's bloodline, these incantations transformed into methods for harnessing the Qilin's abilities. The incantation is quite simple; perhaps you have heard of it before, known as the Nine-Character Mantra. In ancient times, the Qilin could use special incantations to subdue other extraordinary beasts. Later, when humans inherited the Qilin's bloodline, these incantations transformed into methods for harnessing the Qilin's abilities. The incantation is quite simple; perhaps you have heard of it before, known as the Nine-Character Mantra. The nine characters are: Lin, Bing, Dou, Zhe, Jie, Zhen, Lie, Qian, Xing. These nine characters will serve as the incantation for you to use your abilities in the future. Your method of snapping your fingers can be likened to a blind cat stumbling upon a dead mouse."

Qi Yue was momentarily taken aback, and a sense of reluctance arose in his heart. Over the years, he had followed many leaders and had taken in numerous younger brothers, but the only one he could truly consider a brother was Tian Shu. "It's fine, after all, you are not leaving Beijing. We brothers will always have times to gather together. Going to school is a good thing; don't follow my example. Your family is well-off, so you will never end up with nothing. Alright, I will hang up now"

After disembarking from the plane, Qi Yue generously hailed a taxi, heading straight to Jing Mountain District, where he had lived for over a decade. Although he felt an indescribable pain as he watched the meter's numbers continuously jump, the thought of spending the night with a stunning beauty filled him with excitement

If one sets aside subjective perceptions of Qi Yue, his appearance is not particularly bad. Although he cannot be considered handsome, his looks are certainly not unpleasant. Coupled with his relatively tall stature and a mischievous smile, there are indeed some appealing aspects. As the plane took off, just when Ji Mingming was about to stop looking at him and take a nap, she suddenly noticed that Qi Yue's expression changed dramatically. He was gripping the seatbelt tightly, seemingly unsure of what to do. The fear on his face was clearly not feigned. As the plane began to tilt and ascend into the sky, this situation became increasingly evident, with large beads of sweat rolling down his forehead, and even his body started to tremble.

In front of the beautiful woman, Qi Yue still managed to force a smile, saying, "It's nothing, I'm just a bit afraid of heights; I might be fine in a little while." Although he said this, he was actually thinking about how high the plane was flying and what would happen if it were to fall. As he pondered this, his sense of fear intensified, a feeling that is likely shared by anyone troubled by acrophobia.

After more than half an hour of effort by the two individuals, Qi Yue's room finally had a place to stand. Most of the odor in the room had been released; although it was still unpleasant, it was bearable.

"I live in the room right in front, which has only one room and one bed. However, rest assured, I have already considered you a friend and will no longer harbor any ulterior motives towards you," Qi Yue said with a sly smile.

"What? You are coming back today?" said the field mouse anxiously: "But..."

Qi Yue fell into a deep sleep, while Ji Mingming felt the energy fluctuations emanating from Qi Yue and adjusted her own cultivation technique, the Ascending Cloud Method. Although her posture was not particularly graceful, she was not focused on that and felt little embarrassment. The flight from Tibet to the capital took just over two hours, and under such circumstances, the journey passed quickly. When Qi Yue awakened due to the sensation of weightlessness from the plane's descent, he could already see the familiar capital from the airplane window. It was nighttime, and from above, the brilliantly lit capital appeared exceptionally splendid.

"Mingming, thank you." Qi Yue rarely took anything seriously, and the slight displeasure he felt before boarding the plane had completely vanished.

Qi Yue lit a cigarette, cracked the window open slightly, and said: "Parents? God knows where they are. I have been an orphan since childhood, raised in an orphanage. Where do you think my parents are?"

Ji Mingming placed her luggage aside, not knowing where she found a handkerchief to cover her mouth and nose, and also began to help him tidy up.

Qi Yue shook his head and said, "What is there to enjoy in the story of a rogue? Do you want to hear about the growth experience of a scoundrel? Oh, by the way, now that you are back with me, am I still living the same life as before?"

Ji Mingming shook her head and said, "Of course not, I am eighteen years old this year, which is just the right time to go to university. Master Zagulu said that you and I should go to school together. We both need to enrich ourselves"

The word "embarrassment" has never been in Qi Yue's dictionary; the feeling of acrophobia had long since vanished. As he got closer to the ground, his heart also began to relax. Although his arms were already sore and numb from holding Ji Mingming like this, the wonderful sensation was something he was unwilling to let go of

Ji Mingming chuckled and said, "You are truly a rascal"

Ji Mingming glanced at him and suddenly realized that this man did not seem so unpleasant after all. Deep down, she felt a twinge of compassion for him. She was not clear about what it felt like to be an orphan, but she could fully imagine how difficult life would be for someone who had no parents from a young age. He had not become the way he was by choice; if he had a background similar to hers, perhaps he would be even more outstanding than she was. "Qi Yue, can we consider ourselves friends?" Ji Mingming asked softly.

Qi Yue finally released his grip, sat up straight, and the lingering fragrance of Ji Mingming still remained on his arms, bringing him an indescribable pleasure. Observing Ji Mingming's helpless expression, he couldn't help but feel a touch of emotion. This girl clearly had no fondness for him, yet at the moment he needed help the most, she chose to assist him rather than push him away

Qi Yue smiled slightly and said, "On the way back, if you allow me to hold you the whole time, we are already friends. I know you find me somewhat annoying, yet you are still willing to help me in this situation. It is my honor to have a friend like you."

Ji Mingming saw a trace of indifference in Qi Yue's eyes, and it was most fitting to describe his current state with the phrase "there is no greater sorrow than a heart that has died." She apologetically said, "I am sorry, I did not know you were an orphan"

Qi Yue shook his head with a wry smile and said, "You have already regarded me as a friend, so I can no longer treat you as I did before. I have lost the opportunity to tease beautiful women. Do you think I can help but sigh?"

Qi Yue was just about to return the phone to Ji Mingming when he saw her wiping her hands with a disinfecting wipe. The areas she was cleaning were precisely where he had touched earlier. Perhaps it was the news brought by the field mouse that left him feeling somewhat troubled. This time, he surprisingly did not think of taking any advantage; he placed the phone beside Ji Mingming and quietly sat there without saying anything.

Ji Mingming smiled and said, "It's alright, my friend is feeling a bit unwell, let me check on him." She sat down beside Qi Yue; the first-class seat was very spacious, easily accommodating two people without issue. Initially, there was another first-class seat next to Qi Yue, but she chose to sit in a different position at first, fearing further harassment from him. After all, there were very few passengers in first class, and most seats were empty, so the crew would not pay her any mind. Initially, there was another first-class seat next to Qi Yue, but she chose to sit in a different position at first, fearing further harassment from him. After all, there were very few passengers in first class, and most seats were empty, so the crew would not pay her any mind

Ji Mingming was also taken aback, "What about your parents? Don't they live with you?"

Ji Mingming snorted and said, "With books, you can be considered like-minded. I hope this is the last time I come here."

It is almost impossible for Qi Yue not to have impure thoughts. After just over two hours of being embraced by the soft and fragrant beauty, and with the woman in front of him actively requesting to stay at his place for the night, how could he not think inappropriately

At that moment, Ji Mingming felt a mix of shame and anger. Just as she was about to break free, she heard Qi Yue say, "Mingming, let me hold you for a moment; I am feeling so sad."

Qi Yue exhaled a smoke ring, "It's nothing, I've gotten used to it. Not having parents is actually quite nice; I feel even freer, at least no one has ever been there to control me. I can tell that your family background must be quite good. From the moment I first saw you, I knew we were not of the same kind; it was Master Zaglu who brought us together."

Five minutes later, Ji Mingming's complexion had already changed. The community is indeed quite nice, but Qi Yue lives in the basement of the community, where even the restroom is shared.

Qi Yue laughed and said, "You wouldn't want me to stay at your house, would you? Aren't you afraid that your family will kick me out?"

Ji Mingming understood him with a glance and said: "You must have the qualifications to rely on others for support. Do you think this great beauty needs to depend on others for a living?"

"It's almost time, can't you let go now?" Ji Mingming said somewhat helplessly. She was already at a loss regarding Qi Yue's unreasonable behavior.

Ji Mingming smiled slightly and said, "Then you need to work hard! Don't you want to go up?"

Ji Mingming sat by the bed and said, "Qiyue, let's move out together tomorrow"

At this moment, Ji Mingming's mindset also underwent some changes. Previously, when Qi Yue had been staring at her, she felt an indescribable disgust. However, now that Qi Yue's gaze had shifted to the flight attendants, she instead experienced a sense of loss. After all, for a beautiful woman, being overlooked is far more uncomfortable than being noticed. It is akin to a man and a woman coincidentally spending a night alone in a room; if the man takes the opportunity to act inappropriately, he might at most be scolded by the woman as a beast. But if the man does nothing at all, he might be condemned as worse than a beast. Therefore, when Qi Yue's gaze was no longer on Ji Mingming, her attention inadvertently turned more towards him.

Qi Yue opened the door and turned on the only light in the room. His room could not be described as messy; doing so would be an insult to the very concept of mess. Upon entering the room, a musty odor immediately wafted in. The floor was littered with scattered magazines, cigarette butts, and dirty clothes. The combined smell could certainly rival that of a biochemical weapon.

Ji Mingming said irritably: "It's not that I'm going to your house. Don't worry, there will definitely be a place for you to stay. The environment here is simply too poor."

The field mouse listened to the beeping sound from the microphone, and a faint苦笑 appeared on its chubby face. Turning to look at the large pile of models on its desk, it shook its head helplessly and focused all its energy on assembling the models. Although its hands were thick, they became remarkably nimble when it came to assembling these models.

"Qiyue, who else is in your family?" Ji Mingming asked casually, trying to evade Qiyue's gaze that was fixed on her.

Qi Yue handed a portion of the cooked noodles to Ji Mingming, saying, "We can discuss it later. I have no preference; I can stay anywhere. Of course, it's better if it's free. However, let me make it clear in advance: I can stay, but you must not give me any money. I am not someone who relies on others for support."

Ji Mingming was just about to start explaining the cultivation methods when she was suddenly taken aback by Qi Yue's words, "You, you actually used the ability of a Qilin to light a cigarette. I, I am truly impressed by you.

Qi Yue nodded and made a gesture of pointing one finger to the sky, saying, "In order to become a superhero who wears underwear on the outside, I will also strive hard"

A feeling unlike any she had ever experienced suddenly surged into Ji Mingming's heart. Throughout her life, she had never been embraced by a non-relative male. A strong masculine presence instantly filled her senses, and there was a peculiar energy fluctuation emanating from Qi Yue. This energy fluctuation brought Ji Mingming an unusually comforting sensation. Although she knew it was inappropriate, she still did not push Qi Yue away.

At this moment, Qi Yue experienced a different sensation. The faint fragrance on his body calmed his heart significantly, while the relic beads on his wrist emitted a peaceful aura, stabilizing his mind. An inexplicable energy continuously surged from Ji Mingming's body into his own, with a cool airflow spreading throughout him, creating an indescribable comfort. Embracing her supple and resilient figure, he unexpectedly fell asleep in a state of mental tranquility. At this time, neither Ji Mingming nor Qi Yue noticed that the qilin pattern on Qi Yue's body had appeared once again, and the energy fluctuations felt by Ji Mingming originated from this.

Qi Yue quickly shook his head and said, "Of course I want to go; there must be a plethora of beautiful women in university. How could I miss this opportunity"

At that moment, Qi Yue intended to repeat the nine-character mantra, but as soon as he uttered the first character, a small flame suddenly erupted from his right hand, significantly more intense than when snapping his fingers. Qi Yue distinctly felt that as the flame burned, there seemed to be a strange substance within him that was gradually being consumed. Although the rate of consumption was not very fast, he could clearly sense it.

Qiyue smiled and said: "In fact, Brother Li is a very good person. He was in business in his early years, but later his business failed, and his wife and children left him. He was left all alone, doing some small trades, and his only hobby is women"

It took a full hour for the taxi to deliver them to the scenic area where Qi Yue resided, and they paid over 100 yuan in fare, which left Qi Yue feeling indescribably pained

"You are awake." Ji Mingming's voice had noticeably softened. During these two hours, although she had not broken through her bottleneck, her cultivation had improved more significantly than it would have after several days of regular practice. Moreover, with the special energy emanating from Qi Yue, she could clearly sense that she had grasped some insights into the breakthrough.

Qi Yue chuckled, "I like this title. As the saying goes, 'The more debts, the less worry; the more lice, the less biting.' Anyway, I already have titles like 'rascal' and 'scoundrel.' 'Ruffian' seems more fitting for me, so I will take it as a compliment. What's wrong with being a ruffian? After all, wasn't Ruffian Cai the one who pursued Light Dance with great fervor back in the day?"

Qi Yue took Ji Mingming's hand but let out a long sigh. Ji Mingming felt puzzled and asked, "Why are you sighing? Do you not want me as a friend?"

As soon as Qi Yue saw Ji Mingming, it was as if he had spotted a piece of driftwood while drowning; without any hesitation, he wrapped his arms around her waist. His movement was surprisingly swift, perfectly timed to coincide with the moment Ji Mingming sat down. By the time Ji Mingming realized what was happening, she was already tightly embraced by a pair of warm and trembling arms

Qi Yue was momentarily taken aback, and finally shifted his gaze away from Ji Mingming, responding calmly: "There is no one else at home, just me."

Qi Yue snorted and said, "It seems that the lesson given to him was not enough. When I return, I will deal with him. Those without shoes are not afraid of those who wear them. Am I really afraid of him? I will go back today."

Ji Mingming smiled and said: "You see, this is a spell that the Qilin can naturally activate. It supports your abilities, which we refer to as cloud power. The stronger the cloud power, the stronger your abilities will be, and the longer they will last. As for how to integrate it with your own abilities, that will depend on your own exploration. Now, let me explain to you in detail the cultivation method of the Shenglin Jue."

Qiyue asked in surprise, "Why do you ask this?"

Ji Mingming chuckled and said, "Could you speak more politely? Saying things like 'underwear worn outside' is really unpleasant."

Ji Mingming shook her head and said, "No need to thank me; protecting you is my duty. We will arrive shortly. In my haste to return, I did not inform my family. Do you have a place to stay? Let’s stay at your place for one night, and I will return home tomorrow to arrange other matters. Don’t get the wrong idea; since I just got back, I want to impart the Shenglin Jue to you. One night should be enough to teach you the cultivation methods."

Ji Mingming smiled and said, "Alright, Mr. Rascal, once we arrive at your place, I would like to hear your story, is that okay?"

Qiyue was astonished and exclaimed, "No way, are you asking me to go to university? I haven't even graduated from junior high school"

The gentle energy fluctuations grew increasingly intense, as if a burning sensation was continuously flowing into Ji Mingming's body. Under the influence of this energy fluctuation, the cultivation technique she practiced, the Ascending Cloud Method, unexpectedly entered a state akin to boiling. Since Qi Yue embraced her, the trembling of his body had ceased, and his breath had noticeably stabilized. With his eyes closed, he remained motionless, his face pale.

Qi Yue looked at the flame in his hand, and his heart was suddenly filled with great excitement. He hurriedly took out a cigarette from his pocket and lit it, saying, "Wow, this saves me the trouble; I won't need to buy a lighter anymore. This is really great"

Ji Mingming did not sit alone in the front this time, but rather sat in the back row with Qi Yue. From the moment they disembarked from the plane to when they got into the taxi, she carefully sensed that as long as she remained within one meter of Qi Yue, the energy fluctuations emanating from him would benefit her Ascending Cloud Technique. The closer she was, the more pronounced the impact of these energy fluctuations became. Among the three zodiac guardians that had already appeared, Mingming, who belonged to the rooster sign, was the weakest. In order to quickly enhance her strength, she had to make some compromises and sit together with Qi Yue. The energy fluctuations from him would benefit her Ascending Cloud Technique, and the closer she was, the more pronounced the impact of these energy fluctuations became. Among the three zodiac guardians that had already appeared, Mingming, who belonged to the rooster sign, was the weakest. In order to quickly enhance her strength, she had to make some compromises and sit together with Qi Yue.

Qi Yue returned to his territory and felt quite comfortable. He directly lay down on his only large bed, "Isn't it just living here? I receive a monthly relief fund of only 600 yuan from the government. The rent here is 200 yuan, leaving me with 400 yuan, which barely covers my smoking and eating expenses. However, sometimes, after eating the white rice, there is no black rice left. Alright, let me tidy up a bit." As he spoke, he rolled off the bed and began to simply organize his room.

A flight attendant noticed Qi Yue's appearance and hurried over to his side, softly asking, "Sir, what is the matter? Is there any discomfort you are feeling?"

It was not until he boarded the plane that Qi Yue's mood was restored by the novel sights before him. The status of the Shengfo Temple in Tibet is indeed extraordinary; not only did they not need to purchase their tickets, but they were also in first class. The spacious seats created a considerable distance between Qi Yue and Ji Mingming. However, at this moment, Qi Yue's gaze had already shifted its target. The flight attendants in first class were all at least of a beauty level that could be described as desirable, and his eyes could naturally indulge in the view. The service provided by the flight attendants was absolutely top-notch. Although they sensed that this passenger's gaze was somewhat peculiar, they could only respond with a smile.

Qi Yue said: "Alright, there is nothing to worry about. Let's talk about it when I return. Rest assured, even if I cannot win, will I not avoid it?"

Accompanied by a thunderous roar, the airplane finally took off. At the moment the plane started, a strong sensation of acceleration startled Qi Yue, causing his tense hands to grip the seatbelt tightly, his face turning pale. At that moment, he suddenly recalled a very important issue: he had acrophobia, and it was quite severe.

Ji Mingming's face alternated between red and white, fortunately, Li Ge had already gone to the public restroom before her outburst.

Ji Mingming looked at the relatively nice neighborhood in front of her, and couldn't help but feel a bit surprised. She smiled and said, "It seems that the place you live is quite good"

Qiyue, feeling wronged, said: "You don't have to hit me so hard. Although I may not be very handsome, I can at least be considered somewhat average-looking."

Ji Mingming stood at the door, mustering courage for a long time, yet she could not step inside even once. "Are you a Qilin or a dog in terms of your zodiac guardian spirit!"

Ji Mingming also smiled, and this was the first time she smiled at Qi Yue. Her smile was radiant and full of vitality. "Well then, from now on, we are friends," she said, extending her hand to Qi Yue. At that moment, she was not doing this because of the benefits Qi Yue could bring to her cultivation; she suddenly understood the words of Zha Ge and Tu Shu Lu: everyone has their good side, and as long as one is adept at discovering it, Qi Yue is certainly not a person without merit. At that moment, she was not doing this because of the benefits Qi Yue could bring to her cultivation; she suddenly understood the words of Zha Ge and Tu Shu Lu: everyone has their good side, and as long as one is adept at discovering it, Qi Yue is certainly not a person without merit.

The Shenglin Method is not difficult to practice. Our overall cultivation method can be referred to as the Shengyun Method. With each level of advancement, one's strength will correspondingly increase, while the Shenglin Method is specifically tailored for you. Whether it is the guardian spirit of your zodiac or your own mischievous qilin, during cultivation, it is essential to focus on the development of your own potential. We have inherited a bloodline from ancient traditions, which grants us far greater potential than ordinary individuals. Therefore, the best approach is to continuously cultivate and transform your potential into strength. Do you understand what I mean?

Removing the handkerchief from her face, Ji Mingming let out a sigh. Qi Yue, not knowing where he found them, pulled out two bags of instant noodles, the expiration date unknown, and boiled a kettle of water to prepare them. "Let's eat this for now; it's too late. I'll take you to eat something else tomorrow morning"

The field mouse said with a bitter smile: "Alright then, boss, when you come back, I will host a welcome for you. Sigh, it seems that the time we brothers can gather together will be much less in the future. My dad is really angry about this incident and has already gone to arrange a school for me. I heard it's a private high school, and by August, I might have to report to school."

"Miss, could you please take a seat? We are currently in the ascent phase, which is quite dangerous," a flight attendant cautiously reminded.

Brother Li eagerly said: "Nonsense, I certainly know she is a prostitute. Alright, we are brothers, I won't compete with you. Just introduce her to me after you are done."

A man in his thirties approached, bare-chested and wearing only a pair of shorts. Upon seeing Qi Yue, he couldn't help but laugh, saying: "Where have you been lately? People have been looking for you quite often. Have you gotten into some trouble? Ah! What a beautiful girl! Where did you find her? Such a gem is not cheap! You used to act all innocent with me, saying you wanted to find a virgin for your first time. What happened? Now you've changed your tune? Little sister, where are you from? I've been around this area and have never seen a gem like you!"

Ji Mingming clearly heard Qi Yue's words and almost laughed out loud. She never expected that this guy, who always wore a mischievous grin, would actually have acrophobia. Seeing Qi Yue's terrified expression, a hint of pleasure arose in her heart. However, being one of the Zodiac Guardians, her inherent kindness prompted her to feel a twinge of compassion. She unbuckled her seatbelt and walked towards Qi Yue. Nevertheless, being one of the Zodiac Guardians, her inherent kindness prompted her to feel a twinge of compassion. She unbuckled her seatbelt and walked towards Qi Yue

Ji Mingming's Ascending Cloud Technique has already reached the third cloud stage, but she has also encountered a significant bottleneck in her cultivation. If she can break through this bottleneck, her strength will be greatly enhanced. However, overcoming this obstacle is exceedingly difficult. This is one of the reasons why Zaglu urged her to leave with Qi Yue. Breaking through the cultivation bottleneck cannot be achieved solely through effort; it also requires comprehension and luck. Yet, at this moment, Ji Mingming distinctly feels that the bottleneck hindering her progress has slightly loosened.

Ji Mingming said with a bitter smile: "Because this place resembles a dog kennel. No, a dog kennel might even be cleaner than here. It would be more appropriate to describe this place as a garbage dump. Have you always lived in such a place?"

Ji Mingming understood him at a glance. She realized that although Qi Yue was not a good person, after establishing a friendship with him, chatting with him made her feel relaxed and happy.

Ji Mingming had also heard from Zagulu that the Qilin provided significant assistance to the guardian deities of the zodiac. However, she did not expect that merely through physical contact, and with Qi Yue just having awakened, the energy within him would have such a profound impact on her. At this moment, whether it was to comfort Qi Yue regarding his acrophobia or to consider the sensation of breaking through a bottleneck, she could not leave Qi Yue's embrace.

Qi Yue nodded and said, "I graduated from elementary school, so I can understand this. Please continue, just tell me how to cultivate, and I will do my best."