"No rush..."
After demonstrating his martial arts, Wan YunTing sat down, exhaled, and waved his hand at her with a smile. "No rush. Rebuilding a sect isn't something that can be done overnight. Besides, your kung fu isn't up to par yet, and you can't establish the sect's prestige in front of the major sects. So, you should at least practice your kung fu well, and we can discuss rebuilding the sect later."
Zhong HongMei nodded and asked, "What stage are you at in martial arts now?"
"Mid-stage Dan Jin, and I'm already feeling the signs of breaking through to the late stage..."
Wan YunTing inwardly observed the qi in his dantian; the condensed qi pill was becoming increasingly clear in form. If he could condense the qi pill, he would break through to the late stage of Dan Jin and enter the Gang Jin stage.
Zhong HongMei's expression revealed surprise. "Weren't you only in the early stage of Dan Jin last time? Why have you improved so quickly?"
Wan YunTing chuckled. "Last time I returned to Wuliang Daoist Temple, I obtained martial arts left behind by Senior Kang GuangLing, the sect leader of the逍遥派 (Xiaoyao Sect), in the Kunlun Mountain range. I cultivated with a Senior Sister Zhou from the Emei Sect, so my internal energy has improved rapidly."
Zhong HongMei looked at him with a hint of doubt. "Are you talking about dual cultivation?"
"Cough cough..."
Upon mentioning this, Wan YunTing's expression became a little unnatural. He nodded and stood up. "Manager Zhong, which kung fu do you want to start with now?"
Seeing him change the subject, Zhong HongMei nodded. "At my current stage, where do you think is suitable for me to start learning?"
Wan YunTing said, "Then let's start with the Lesser Wuxiang Gong. The Bahuang Shen Gong is too domineering; you should learn it after breaking through to the late stage of Hua Jin and entering Dan Jin. I'll teach you the mental cultivation method of Lesser Wuxiang Gong now. Memorize it carefully."
"Okay."
Zhong HongMei nodded and listened intently as Wan YunTing imparted the mental cultivation method of Lesser Wuxiang Gong. After she had memorized it, Wan YunTing had her sit cross-legged on the spot to practice. He taught her the basics of entry and then guided her on any aspects she didn't understand about Lesser Wuxiang Gong.
Zhong HongMei's talent was quite good. Although she couldn't compare to a martial arts prodigy like Wan YunTing, she was still a promising disciple within a sect. After a few pointers from Wan YunTing, Zhong HongMei began practicing the mental cultivation of Lesser Wuxiang Gong.
"Then practice well. Ask me if you don't understand anything."
Wan YunTing let Zhong HongMei meditate and practice on the spot. Seeing that it was getting late, he returned to the villa, went upstairs, and told Shi Qiang to go back to rest. He then turned into his study and, seeing Fang Yanxi still engrossed in her work, forcefully pulled her back to their room to rest.
Immersed in martial arts, Zhong HongMei practiced on the lawn in the backyard all night. When Wan YunTing woke up at six in the morning, he saw her still practicing. He went over to ask her how she felt. Zhong HongMei smiled and nodded. "I feel great. I've already grasped some of the key points."
"Not bad. It seems Manager Zhong is also a martial arts genius."
Seeing that she could grasp the basics within a single night, Wan YunTing indeed thought she was a material for martial arts. He then took her to the peak of Sheng Tang Mountain to meditate and practice, personally guiding her in the Lesser Wuxiang Gong. It wasn't until eight o'clock that they slowly descended the mountain. Along the way, Zhong HongMei asked him questions related to martial arts, and Wan YunTing answered them one by one.
This made Zhong HongMei increasingly admire this man who was a few years younger than her. To have gone from having nothing to practicing kung fu to the mid-stage of Wudang Dan Jin in six to seven years was truly a martial arts prodigy.
Now, Zhong HongMei was also stuck at the late stage of Hua Jin, having been there for several years. However, she couldn't break through to Dan Jin. Wan YunTing carefully explained to her how to break through the late stage of Hua Jin, seemingly afraid that Zhong HongMei would also request dual cultivation with him.
Wan YunTing was currently extremely worried. He was already in a dual cultivation relationship with Li ShuYun and Lu XiaoDie. Such matters were already tricky, so he was genuinely afraid that Zhong HongMei would also propose a dual cultivation relationship in her pursuit of practicing martial arts and improving her strength.
Fortunately, Zhong HongMei did not propose dual cultivation with him like Li ShuYun and Lu XiaoDie. However, she had also learned about the dual cultivation method of Wu Shuang Yin Yang Gong, and it seemed she was considering finding a boyfriend who also practiced martial arts to dual cultivate and improve their strength.
One could only say that Wan YunTing was a bit too overconfident in himself.
Upon returning home, Fang Yanxi was already downstairs eating breakfast in the dining room. She knew that Wan YunTing was teaching Zhong HongMei kung fu, but Fang Yanxi, not being interested in martial arts, naturally didn't bring up the topic.
As usual, after finishing breakfast, Fang Yanxi went to the company under the protection of Zhong HongMei and Shi Qiang.
Wan YunTing also went to work in the Traditional Chinese Medicine Department. Upon hearing of his return, some people specifically came to him for treatment.
As a result, some people even feigned illness, hoping to trick Wan YunTing into writing prescriptions with his calligraphy. However, now that he used ballpoint pens, the external hype surrounding his prescription calligraphy had gradually faded. Nevertheless, the fervor surrounding his "divine" calligraphy remained undiminished in the national art scene, and many people still tried to find ways to get a piece of his calligraphy through Fang Guo Wen, but all were refused.
This time, the richest man, Kang HongWen, called to ask when he would be free to have dinner at his home. Hearing that Kang Nuo Lan had already returned, Wan YunTing agreed to have dinner that evening.
At noon, Su KeEr, wearing a white coat, ran into the Traditional Chinese Medicine Department with a lunchbox, causing the receptionist Sister Yan and Xiao Fang to look surprised. "KeEr, are you back working in the Emergency Department?"
"Yes, Sister Yan, Xiao Fang. Have you eaten?" Su KeEr, as if returning to her lively and cute self, happily greeted Sister Yan and the others.
"We are just eating."
Sister Yan and Xiao Fang gestured with their takeout, smiling.
"Then I'll go deliver lunch to Yun Ting Ge."
Su KeEr, holding her lunchbox, happily went upstairs. Sister Yan and Xiao Fang looked at each other and smiled, shaking their heads.
Meanwhile, Wan YunTing, who had just finished acupuncture for Yang Kuan, was seeing him and his son out of the consultation room when he saw Su KeEr happily running over. "Yun Ting Ge, I brought you lunch!"
Wan YunTing's expression froze. After seeing Yang Kuan and his son out, he looked at the lunchbox in Su KeEr's hand with a hint of helplessness, but he smiled. "KeEr, I told you not to bring me lunch. I have to go to the association later."
"Then eat first before you go..."
Su KeEr tugged at his arm and entered the consultation room, then placed the lunchbox on the table. "Eat."
Looking at the girl's big, watery eyes staring at him, Wan YunTing felt a wave of helplessness. He smiled, nodded, and sat down, picking up his chopsticks to eat. Su KeEr, sitting beside him, propped her chin on her hands and stared at him with her big, sparkling eyes. Suddenly, she smiled. "Yun Ting Ge, I'll bring you lunch every day from now on."
These words almost made Wan YunTing choke. He turned to look at the girl and smiled. "KeEr, you really don't have to. Your emergency department is so busy, and besides, I have to go to the association at noon, so I'll be eating there from now on."
"No."
Su KeEr pouted. "Anyway, I'll bring it to you every day. Eat first before you go to work there."
Wan YunTing said helplessly, "We'll see."
Su KeEr smiled happily and pointed at the dishes in the lunchbox. "Yun Ting Ge, this dish is delicious. Eat more..."
After Wan YunTing finished eating, Su KeEr packed up the lunchbox. She didn't say much more, waving her hand and giggling, "Yun Ting Ge, I'm going back to work now. Bye!"
"Mm, go ahead."
Wan YunTing smiled and nodded, watching the girl's retreating figure. He sighed softly. It seemed he needed to find an opportunity to explain things clearly to this girl, as this situation couldn't go on.
Leaving the Traditional Chinese Medicine Department, Wan YunTing drove directly to the Lingnan Traditional Chinese Medicine Association office building. After handling some matters, there wasn't much else to do. He called Gu Luotang and learned she was at home, so he drove directly to the Gu residence.
Gu Yuanbai had gone to the capital with the old housekeeper. In the vast Gu residence, besides Gu Luotang and Qi Miaomiao, there were only a few nanny aunts at home, making the courtyard feel a bit desolate.
Upon learning that her man had arrived, Gu Luotang stood expectantly at the entrance. Dressed in a Hanfu long skirt with a maple leaf pattern, she stood at the door, exuding an elegant and graceful demeanor, like a shy fairy waiting for her beloved. Seeing the familiar small car slowly approaching, Gu Luotang, unable to wait, went forward. As Wan YunTing got out, her face was filled with joy. "You're here."
"Mm, where's Miaomiao?"
Seeing Gu Luotang waiting alone at the door, Wan YunTing asked with curiosity.
"She's at the medical clinic helping her senior brother. I just got back too and was about to go to the association."
Gu Luotang led him into the house. However, she dared not hold his arm, lest the aunts at home see and tell her grandfather, which would be bad.
Wan YunTing smiled. "There's nothing major at the association. I'll be over after I finish here."
"Mm, come to my place."
Gu Luotang's pretty face flushed slightly. She glanced at the man with alluring eyes, her eagerness evident as she led him directly to her boudoir courtyard.
"Mr. Wan has arrived..."
As they walked through the long corridor, they encountered an aunt who greeted them warmly.
"Mm, I'm here to talk to Luotang about something," Wan YunTing replied with a polite smile.
"You two go play. Call me if you need anything."
This aunt couldn't help but notice the budding affection between the two young people, especially Gu Luotang's tender and affectionate gaze, which was almost overflowing. Therefore, the aunt knew that her young lady liked this Mr. Wan. Seeing the aunt walk away, Wan YunTing couldn't resist reaching out to embrace Gu Luotang's slender and soft waist. The girl was startled and nervous. She quickly tried to pull away his unruly hand. "Yun Ting Ge, don't let Aunt Wu see..."
"What are you afraid of?"
Wan YunTing deliberately wanted to tease the girl, so he simply held her and leaned against a pillar in the corridor, kissing Gu Luotang's cherry-like, tender, and cute red lips. This made Gu Luotang's face flush with shyness and panic, as Aunt Wu hadn't walked far. "Yun Ting Ge, you're naughty. Let me go quickly, go back first... Ah, what are you doing..."
As a result, Wan YunTing swept Gu Luotang up in a princess carry, chuckling mischievously. "I can't wait any longer..."
"No, put me down quickly..."
Gu Luotang, her face flushed, wrapped her arms around the man's neck. Both nervous and excited, she was carried by the man familiarly towards her boudoir courtyard. They rushed into the boudoir, and the two immediately began to kiss passionately.
In the courtyard boudoir where no one else was present, the couple, who hadn't been intimate for a long time, naturally let go. Sometimes in the study, sometimes in the boudoir, sometimes by the window, their traces were everywhere.