Dawn broke over Cloud Mist Peak.
Golden light spilled across the bamboo courtyard as Mo Xie sat cross-legged, breathing in the thin morning Qi. The spiritual energy here was clean, but weak compared to what he once had. His old cultivation realm was far out of reach now—but his Dual Dao System pulsed softly in his dantian, like a beast in slumber, waiting to awaken.
> System Notice: Target proximity detected. Affection Chance increased: Target under subtle charm aura.
Last night, before sleep, Mo Xie had quietly activated a basic layer of his old demonic charm technique — Silken Heart Veil. It released an invisible aura that worked slowly, threading into the minds of women nearby. Just enough to nudge their subconscious—stir hidden desire, soften resistance.
The doors to the main hall slid open. Yue Qingyue stepped out.
Still in pale blue robes, her hair freshly tied, she looked as cold as ever. Her beauty was ice incarnate, her gaze sharp and distant. But Mo Xie noticed a faint tremor in her breath. Her stride wasn't as steady as usual.
A subtle sign. The charm was working.
"Begin your form practice," she said, her tone clipped.
Mo Xie rose and moved into basic sword stances. He performed the Rising Cloud Sword Sect's opening moves with precision, but deliberately added a slight imbalance, enough to draw attention.
"You're too stiff," she said, walking closer.
He paused. "Please guide me, Master."
Without a word, she stepped behind him.
Her hands touched his arms. Cold fingers, but soft. She adjusted his posture—pressing against his back, her chest brushing his shoulder as she leaned in. Her fragrance, like cold plum blossoms, filled his nose.
Her touch lingered longer than necessary.
> System Alert: Charm Aura + Accidental Touch Event Triggered! Affection +2
Mo Xie didn't smirk. Not yet. He simply bowed.
"Thank you, Master."
Yue Qingyue took a step back. Her face remained calm, but Mo Xie's trained senses caught the subtle dilation in her pupils, the way her hands trembled slightly at her sides.
The frost was beginning to crack.
By evening, Mo Xie had memorized the outer disciple routines.
He wandered the sect, exploring with subtle intent. He passed gardens where inner disciples trained, and hot springs tucked into cliffsides. He took note of every female figure—some ripe with Yin energy, others hidden gems waiting to be polished.
But tonight, his focus remained on one woman.
His master.
> New Event Unlocked: Moonlit Bath (Repeatable) Requirements Met: Yin Affection 5+, Charm Aura Active Initiate: "Accidental Entry" Protocol?
He accepted.
He waited until the moon rose. He timed her movements, remembered her schedule.
Then he entered the private hot spring grove.
Steam rose in the cool night air. Bamboo leaves rustled gently. The spring glowed faintly under moonlight.
And there she was.
This time, without her robe.
Yue Qingyue stood waist-deep in the spring, nude. Her snow-white skin shimmered in the mist. Her breasts were even larger than he remembered—round, full, with soft pink nipples that stiffened in the night air. Her waist was slim, her hips generous, thighs thick with hidden strength.
Her Cold Jade Physique gave her skin a crystal-like glow. Her fingers trailed over her collarbone as she bathed, eyes closed in thought.
Mo Xie stepped forward.
Her eyes snapped open.
"Y-You!" she gasped, startled—not entirely from anger, but confusion.
He raised his hands slowly. "Forgive me, Master. I was returning from cultivation and heard something unusual…"
She covered her chest with her arms. "Turn around!"
He obeyed—reluctantly.
> System Alert: Charm Aura successful—Emotional Resistance weakened. Affection +4 Shame/Ego Conflict Initiated. Target is vulnerable to soft pursuit. Unlock Event: Personal Lesson (Optional)
He stepped back.
"I'll leave, Master. Forgive me."
"No need," she said after a moment, voice quieter. "Just… knock next time."
He bowed.
As he walked away, a new notification blinked.
> Quest Complete: Melt the Ice (Stage 1) Reward Unlocked: Yin Sense (Beginner) You can now sense arousal, shame, and desire from female targets within 10 meters.
Mo Xie smiled.
Progress begins with patience—and shadow.
Back in his room, he sat cross-legged. He activated Yin Sense.
A ripple of warmth passed over the courtyard. He could feel it—her lingering arousal, confusion, and the subtle pull of his charm veil inside her mind.
Soon, he would unlock more.
The true cultivation path had begun again.
Through pleasure. Through desire. Through conquest.
He would ascend once more.