Chapter 6: Full Moon Banquet
Dragon soars, elephant treads, dividing Yin and Yang,
Water and fire merge, refining true Qi.
Three passes, nine orifices connect heaven and earth,
One breath in, one breath out, revealing the profound.
Xu Chuan recited the general principles of the Small Dragon Elephant Skill, finding it abstruse and difficult to comprehend.
However, fortunately, there were Supporting facilities breathing techniques and twelve Moves.
The breathing technique was: "Nose inhales, Dragon rises to the Baihui; mouth exhales, Elephant sinks into the Yongquan. The three burners are like a furnace refining true fire; one Qi circulates through the Small Heavenly Cycle."
Xu Chuan began to practice according to the Moves described.
The first Move, Young Dragon Wakes its Spine.
Feet shoulder-width apart, as you inhale, both arms rise like Dragon horns (middle fingers pointing to Baihui); as you exhale, sink elbows and press palms (Laogong pointing to Yongquan).
As the saying goes:
When the Dragon raises its head, it absorbs purple Qi; its tailbone drops to the ground, stabilizing all directions.
The second Move, Elephant Trunk Coils Water.
Horse stance, as you inhale, the right arm spirals upwards like an Elephant's trunk (palm facing the face); as you exhale, chop downwards to the left.
The third Move, Fire Dragon Swings its Tail.
After several days, progress was mediocre.
The only difference was a larger appetite.
Xu Chuan possessed the talent 【Dragon and Tiger Vigor】, and in terms of physical quality, Qi and Blood, and energy, he was definitely not inferior to a Martial Artist.
But he also vaguely felt that this Small Dragon Elephant Skill was not simple; perhaps it would take years of consistent effort to see results.
In a blink of an eye, it was the day of Xu Mingxuan's full moon banquet.
Xu Chuan got busy early, setting up a large round table in the courtyard.
If it wasn't enough, he would borrow from next door.
In addition, there were square tables and benches exclusively for children, handcrafted by Xu Chuan.
In the evening.
The couple was busy in the kitchen when they suddenly heard a familiar voice.
"Husband and Mother-in-law are here."
"Husband, you go; the dishes are all prepared, only the pot remains. I can handle the rest."
Xu Chuan nodded and went out to greet the guests.
"Husband, Mother-in-law."
Xu Chuan began to entertain. The two little ones, who were originally looking after their younger brother in the main hall, also ran out when they heard the voices.
"Grandfather, Grandmother!" the little ones cheerfully said.
"Shitou, come, let Grandfather hug you."
"Oh my, you've gained a lot of weight; you're a big boy now."
"Grandfather, A Yuan wants a hug too."
Bai Fu smiled and lifted Xu Mingyuan.
"Where's Jing'er?" The Mother-in-law looked around.
"In the kitchen."
"Then I'll go help Jing'er. You two men chat." The Mother-in-law chuckled and walked towards the kitchen.
Bai Fu and Xu Chuan went to the main hall to look at Xu Mingxuan, who was sleeping, and gently rocked the crib.
"This thing is quite convenient; San Shu, your craftsmanship is really good."
Xu Chuan just smiled slightly.
"Now that Tantou is here, what are your plans for the future?" Bai Fu asked.
"After the full moon banquet, I plan to expand the house. After that, I'll consider studying and practicing martial arts."
"Food, clothing, housing, and transportation are all of utmost importance for us Li Shu. Only after that should we consider studying and practicing martial arts. With this arrangement, I am relieved."
"I still need your constant guidance, Husband."
"Oh, you..."
Xu Chuan offered a small compliment, which he found quite pleasing.
Soon after, his brother-in-law Bai Hua, sister-in-law Bai Fang's family, as well as Chen Bo and his wife, and Chen Ergou's family, all arrived with gifts.
The courtyard instantly became lively, filled with joy.
Four or five children ran around, shouting and playing, while the adults sat and chatted.
Everyone in the courtyard was Xu Chuan's closest relatives and friends.
After the banquet began.
Xu Chuan raised his wine cup, stood up, and said loudly, "Thank you all for not disdaining to attend the full moon banquet of my humble son, Tantou. I shall drink first as a toast!"
With that, he tilted his head back and drained the wine in his cup.
He wiped the wine from the corner of his mouth and continued, "Everyone here is a close friend and relative of mine, Xu Chuan. There's no need for formalities. Tonight, I simply ask everyone to enjoy themselves."
"Brother-in-law, tonight, just don't be stingy with your own wine."
"Bai Hua, since you've said that, let's not go home until we're drunk tonight!"
Hearing this, everyone burst into laughter.
Chen Ergou and his brother-in-law quickly offered toasts, intending to get Xu Chuan drunk, while Chen Bo and his Husband, Bai Fu, only made symbolic gestures.
Xu Yan and Bai Fang asked Bai Jing about her health. The women chatted and gossiped while eating.
The banquet lasted until the bright moon hung high in the sky before dispersing.
When Bai Hua and Chen Ergou returned, their legs were weak. If not for their wives supporting them, they would likely have fallen directly to the ground and fallen into a deep sleep.
Bai Jing was tidying up the kitchen.
Xu Mingwei and Xu Mingyuan, tired from playing, also returned to their room and went to bed early.
Xu Chuan came to the main hall and walked to the crib.
After a moment of silence, he flipped his hand, and a black-covered book appeared in it.
This was the Bloodline Family Register, which currently only had two thin pages.
He turned to the second page, then found a needle and pricked Xu Mingxuan's fingertip. A drop of blood fell onto the family register.
Immediately.
A line of text appeared out of thin air on the second page.
【Xu Mingxuan: Xu Family Second Generation】
【Spiritual Root: Incomplete Five Elements, no cultivation Aptitude】
【Talent: None】
【Bloodline: None】
Above were the family register records of Xu Mingwei and Xu Mingyuan, but they were all the same.
Among ordinary Li Shu, finding someone with cultivation Aptitude or special talent or Bloodline was almost one in ten thousand.
Xu Chuan didn't feel disappointed.
Xu Mingxuan cried loudly after being pricked, attracting Bai Jing.
The family register drilled into Xu Chuan's body and disappeared.
"What's wrong?" Bai Jing asked.
"Perhaps he's hungry. You feed him, and I'll tidy up the kitchen."
"Then I'll trouble you, Husband."
After they both finished their tasks, Xu Chuan and Bai Jing finally got into bed.
Bai Jing rested her head on Xu Chuan's arm, holding him sideways.
"Husband, today everyone gave gifts. The others were one or two taels, but Er Gou's family gave fifteen taels in gift money. I feel it's a bit unusual. Do you know why?"
"Fifteen taels?"
Xu Chuan was also surprised for a moment, then smiled, "I know. Just accept it with peace of mind."
"Earlier, I made a deal with Chen Daming. I exchanged my qingyu pear cultivation experience for a superior Inner Strength Manual and ten Qi and Blood Pills."
"Er Gou's family must have also copied the experience, and perhaps they feel a bit indebted, which is why they did this."
"You sold the qingyu pear cultivation experience?!"
Bai Jing gasped, pressing against Xu Chuan's chest, sitting up, and looking at him.
"Husband, you're confused! This is something that can be passed down through generations; how could you sell it?"
"The Inner Strength Manual isn't worth it either; whether one can master it is still debatable!"
Xu Chuan raised his hand and playfully flicked her delicate nose, smiling faintly, "Don't worry, have you ever seen your Husband suffer a loss?"
"The cultivation experience is certainly useful, but it also depends on who cultivates it. Moreover, the more this thing is hidden, the more people will covet it. Who knows, one day our family might suffer because of it."
"Do you still remember what I told you about the Xu family not long ago?"
"Now, with Chen Bo's family as a cover, no one will have that idea for a short time."
"They will probably all wait for the results of the Chen family's cultivation. If they can't grow it, they will give up. If they can, and they still want it, I'll sell it to them."
"I see, Husband is so clever."
Perhaps it was because he drank too much wine that night, or perhaps it was the fragrant, soft beauty in his arms, but he felt an unbearable heat.
"My dear wife, your Husband has worked hard all day today. Won't you reward him?"
Xu Chuan held her soft hand, tracing it across his chest.
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"My dear wife, your Husband has worked hard all day today. Won't you reward him?"
Xu Chuan held her soft hand, tracing it across his chest, moving further down.
Bai Jing understood and slowly leaned down.