"I will get you this time, Luke!" Said a pumped up Xia Qingyue as ice seemed to spew out her eyes. Her concentration was entirely on the cups, not even bothering to look at Luke.

Time flew like the wind between them, and before Luke knew it, many rounds passed, and Qingyue was only getting more fired up. Most of the time, Luke easily won whether he was shuffling the cups or picking out the cups. But as the game progressed, Qingyue adapted quickly and manage to pull some wins on her own.

They even to spice things up more added a fourth cup to the mix. This made it a more even playing field for both and increase the fun of this game.

It was unique to see this rather cold girl emote more. Throughout the game, Luke could tell she gotten more comfortable and a lot more open. He learned various things about her, such as her fascination with the moon and the sensation she feels from its atmosphere.

She claims it makes her feels at one with herself and tempers her spirit. There was also her fascinating love towards ice that goes beyond cultivation. Ice can make elegant beautiful scenery and take on many forms pleasing to the eye, which is what she told Luke.

Luke even got her to show off some ice sculptures she could create in her hand. It was, at first, a bit embarrassing for her to do it, but from Luke's awe gaze and constant praise, Qingyue became more inclined to do it.

Luke also got to know, Qingyue enjoys a good fight, and while she may not be so fond of killing, she'll do what she must to protect her family. Other random little things he got to know were her preference in vegetables more than meat, her favorite color, which is purple, and she doesn't really like makeup, among other things.

Luke had also shared the different intriguing experiences he had on Earth and told various tales that originated on Earth. All in all, it was a harmonious, peaceful time between them, and he even got Qingyue to laugh several times.

Compared to the cheerful Lingxi, Qingyue put his mind more at ease with her relaxing character and tranquil mind. Staring into Qingyue cute determined face, he smiled saying,

"You have a pretty bad track record, you know. You sure about this time?"

Without responding to him, Qingyue began flexing her fingers. She prepared her mind to its max focus and then,

'Swish!'

At speeds that nearly approached Luke's, Qingyue rapidly shuffles the cups. She wasn't a top tier talent for no reason, and her quickly learning how to control the cups efficiently was no easy feat.

Luke has Spooky he can rely on for it, but all Qingyue has is herself! Yet she adapted to Spirit Power quite well. Although specifically, Luke's soul Spirit Power adapted to her body easily because of their soul mark connection.

Only after a few seconds she stopped and said,

"Now, do you think it will be so easy this time?" The challenging smirk of hers fueled Luke up, and he responded with,

"You tell me since I think it is..."

During their whole games, Luke realized if he focuses soul Spirit Power in his eyes, he could effortlessly track where the ball was, no matter how fast Qingyue goes. However, he only did this for one round as an experiment and just relied on his Nascent origin eyes for the rest.

And with a huge broad smile, Luke pointed directly at the center cup.

"This one!"

Qingyue had the utmost confidence Luke was wrong, but lifting her cup, dismay filled her eyes as there was the ball under it!

"And that's another one for the marks! At least you are improving Qingyue." Luke sad in a superior tone that caused Qingyue to glare it him slightly.

"You just have the advantage of time over me... what's your question?" In the end, Qingyue didn't want to sound too eager, but some of her eagerness slipped out. The conversation she had with Luke, no matter what it was, was actually a fun and refreshing experience for her!

He just never seemed to hold back on his words, and the way he talked to her soothed into her mind.

"For this one, I wonder. Such a calm and collected girl like yourself surely have some sort of goal in mind for the future. So what do you have planned for the future." It was a question similar to the one he asked Lingxi, and Luke was curious about how much Qingyue mind changed for the future.

"The future? Well, one day, I want to pay back my mother's enemies that caused her so much grief. She tries hard to hide it, but I know it still weighs on her mind. And as well...um I want to go out and explore interesting places as you said. I-it does seem worth my time." Stuttering at the end, Qingyue told him, and while Luke was going to respond, he thought for a second.

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'Dongxue enemies? I can't tell who would it be this time, but surely they would stand at the summit of God realms. Though at least Qingyue isn't in a hurry to gain power.'

"I see...hey, you know I can even help you accomplish these goals. Not because I want anything from you but because I have to respect the talented, hardworking, determined side of you. I like that about you, and I want to help strengthen it!"

"Eh?!-Ah?! T-thanks? B-but, how can you help?"

Blushing and blurting it out, Qingyue kind of learned how to accept Luke's compliment. Every time he does it, her body tingle and her face heat up. Yet the good feelings she felt from it never goes away.

And as well, she was inclined to believe Luke's words given the outrageous talent he showed off prior. She did not doubt in her mind that Luke will still stand tall even among the most special geniuses.

Slowly he reached out his hand to put on Qingyue shoulder. They were at arm's length apart, and once it looked like she wouldn't reject it, Luke gently grabbed her and began transferring Spirit Power to her.

Instantly Qingyue felt bliss and warmth from Luke's hands. She didn't want him to let go, and before she knew it, Luke was slowly pulling her towards his chest. The way he done it, gave her ample time to resist and push him off, yet she couldn't find the will to do it.

The strange unknown power fueling her drew her in more to Luke, and her face tenderly rests against his chest. Luke took both his hands now, dispelling the table, and wrapped it around her back.

Luke smelt the intoxicating scent of Qingyue bewitching black hair and felt her angelic soft back. Her gorgeous face pressed against his chest as he felt her sweet breath brushed against it.

Both of them felt their souls crazily stir from how close they were, bringing upon warmth and pleasure they never felt before.

It was a damn near perfect moment!

Spooky once realizing she had another perfect opportunity flashed inside Qingyue's soul. And instantly, her eyes were a bit surprised seeing their curse lightning. It had actually grown in size and gained a hint of the ice attribute on it!

'Hm? This is?'

Raising her finger, Spooky summon a small blue iceball to hover over her finger. As little it was, if this was shown to anyone no matter what realm they were in on the outside, it would undoubtedly freeze their entire soul and body! Only because it was Spooky, that was making the iceball.

'So we're already nearing this stage, huh? Either our soul is just growing stronger or...he's really just that good now.'

Spooky was ready to go until she heard,

'Zzzt!'

A flash of their curse lightning crackled out! The lightning flash went directly in that other small world Qingyue had in her soul. Flashing to the independent world, Spooky saw the lightning stream just sitting comfortably in the middle of the world.

'So he really is just that good.' Spooky's smile grew wider as Luke once again offered her unexpected results.

During that process on the outside, Luke from experience with Lingxi decided to seize this moment and say,

"Being on the road all by yourself is pretty boring, you know. I have no doubt a charming girl like you can go far, but help is always nice. So that's why you should take a look at your hand and call upon your new power."

When Luke was talking, each word of his reverberated inside Qingyue's mind. It was like he was speaking directly at her soul, and then it happens! The new, unfamiliar power had finish infusing with her body, and Qingyue felt a new sensation take over her!

A flash of blue lightning appeared in her eyes, and this new power she felt, was strikingly similar to Luke's soul Spirit Power. Dazedly without leaving Luke's chest, she held out her hand and called upon this new power.

'Whir!'

Her eyes widen like saucer once she realized in her hand was white cloak Spirit Power! Like Lingxi, Qingyue knew the sheer near impossibility to grant someone Spirit Power. It was never done before at Luke's level, and only those mysterious high-level experts could do under the right conditions.

Yet here they were, with Spirit Power gather in her hand.

"So, you see? I quite like you, so if you ever need any help, don't hesitate to ask. I'm sure we can be a fearsome combination!" Luke boldly said, and what he got in response was Qingyue dazedly staring into his eyes.

She didn't take her eyes away from his, and slowly she moved closer to his face.

Qingyue didn't know what it was, but the granting of Spirit Power, his sincere words, and from the depth of her soul the calling she felt, all propel her to get closer to him.

'Is she?'

'Go for it!' Spooky encouraged like a seductress only for Luke to say,

'Despite how strong this curse is, this is still too soon, Spooky. Oh! I got an idea.'

Smiling to Qingyue, he took the initiative and gently pecked her marvelous forehead. The small and swift kiss sent electric shocks down both their bodies. From it, Qingyue jolted up in Luke's arms, while Luke was in awe of just how soft this girl's head was.

Qingyue went scarlet red, and her eyes couldn't meet Luke's anymore. Everything that just transpired to her was so foreign, yet it felt so right! The small little kiss of his warmed her body to an unnatural degree, and she also felt something odd coming from her lower stomach.

"So how does your new Spirit Power feel? It's quite different from ordinary cultivation, at least that's what I feel like it is." Luke in order to save her from the embarrassment, spoke in a gentle tone. For an innocent maiden like this, it would be better to take it slow though Luke question how slow it could be because of Spooky.

With something to finally focus on, Qingyue shifted from Luke's embrace, feeling like she lost something when doing it. Although she did sat nearly shoulder to shoulder with him but still didn't look directly at him. Holding out her arms and calling forth Spirit Power, she focuses directly on this saying,

"It's...amazing! Th-thank you, Luke..."

In a small mosquito-like voice, she thanked him, but Luke was able to tell what she said.

"It's no problem, but now, I'm quite famished. Want to get something to eat?"

"Mnh...maybe."

Qingyue nodded, but her words threw out a mixed signal. And Luke just felt more enthralled with this girl.

'Honestly, she really is a cute one.'