Chapter 262 — Bestowed Upon Ye Tong (1/2)
"Blood-Coagulating Bone-Mending Pill?"
Xu Mu's eyes brightened — this was valuable, a premium healing elixir.
If he'd had it before, when Dai Xingluo was gravely injured in the ruin, she could've been walking again within an hour.
Ding! Congratulations, Host: +30 Cultivation Points.
…
Finally, the last few draws were all pity rewards.
If none had shown up, he would've thought the system was broken.
He'd obtained quite a haul this time, and checked them one by one.
First was the Advanced Language Certificate — a flood of new memories filled his mind.
Xu Mu inhaled sharply. The certificate was powerful.
He now knew 133 official languages, covering the entire world.
It didn't enhance his strength, but it had its uses — even for watching unsubtitled "risky" videos, he could now understand everything.
Next, he examined the technique Shadow Bell.
It was an Earth-Rank technique with considerable defensive power.
After studying it, Xu Mu realized it perfectly suited Ye Tong.
Ye Tong was gentle by nature; offensive techniques didn't fit her.
He wanted to give her something for self-protection — and Shadow Bell was purely defensive.
He decided to teach it to her the next day.
Then he studied Shield of Wind, another defensive technique.
Its difference: when using Shadow Bell, one had to remain still, but its defense was stronger.
Shield of Wind could be used while fighting, though slightly weaker in protection.
Each had its strengths.
Still, he'd wait until tomorrow and let Ye Tong test both.
Besides raw defense, the duration mattered too — no use being invincible for just a few seconds.
As for Ye Tong's Shared Fortune ability, he didn't plan to extend it to Ye Yu.
That skill was for saving lives in critical moments.
If he constantly shared power with Ye Yu, she'd grow dependent.
And if Meng Wanyue were ever in danger, he'd have to recall the power from Ye Yu —
who might still be flaunting it before others and end up causing trouble.
At this rate, Ye Yu's Favorability would soon hit its cap anyway.
This draw's pity pool wasn't large — only 60 Cultivation Points and 40 Attribute Points.
He allocated them all, feeling his body strengthen, then opened his status panel:
Name: Xu Mu
Role: Villainous Sacred Body, HR Manager of the Xu Group
Realm: Mid Mystic Art Stage
Physique: 835
Spirit: 835
Cultivation Progress: 90 / 800
Fate Power: 1042
Xu Mu nodded with satisfaction — two Earth-Rank techniques and a language mastery bonus. Not bad at all.
He closed his eyes — he'd handle the rest tomorrow.
The Next Morning
Xu Mu awoke as usual and went to wash up.
When Ye Tong heard him enter the bathroom, she hurried to get dressed.
Just then, the door opened again.
She jumped, diving back under the blanket with only her head peeking out.
"We're an old married couple — what's there to be shy about?"
Xu Mu smiled. "After breakfast, don't go to work yet. I've got something to tell you."
Ye Tong nodded timidly, heart fluttering. Don't tell me he wasn't satisfied last night…
Her cheeks instantly flushed.
Maybe she really should try harder.
But lately, with her busy schedule, she hadn't had time to "find support."
She decided she'd start taking weekends off — spend more time with Meng Wanyue and Dai Xingluo to keep good relations…
and maybe recruit a few new "allies."
After breakfast, the three of them ate quietly.
Ye Yu was scrolling on her phone as she chewed.
"Eat properly! You're going to burn holes in that screen."
Ye Tong lightly patted her sister's back.
"Come on, Sis, Brother-in-law told me to get my driver's license, right? I'm looking at cars!"
She shut her phone and grinned at Xu Mu. "So, Brother-in-law, what car are you getting me?"
"The new Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is pretty popular. Once you pass your test, I'll buy you one."
"I don't want that — online reviews say the hood vents are fake. I want the best car under ten million."
Her eyes curved like crescents as she smiled.
Ye Tong flicked her forehead. "What nonsense! You're still young and already dreaming of ten-million cars?"
"Sis, you misunderstood!" Ye Yu laughed, rubbing her head. "It's an online meme — the 'best car under ten million' costs only a few hundred thousand!"
"…Guess I'm out of touch," Ye Tong muttered. She'd never followed car jokes.
After breakfast, Ye Yu rode her e-scooter to school.
Ye Tong washed the dishes, then shyly approached Xu Mu.
"H-Honey, what did you want to tell me?"
"I recently learned a new technique — and I can transfer it to you."
He chose the simplest explanation.
"Transfer… like in TV shows?"
"Exactly." Xu Mu nodded.
"No way! In those dramas, the guy loses all his power after giving it away!"
She took a step back, shaking her head.
"Don't worry. I've got plenty. Just follow my lead."
He held her hand and guided her to the sofa.
To make the process more convincing, Xu Mu even added visual effects — releasing energy as faint red light glowed from the pores on his hand.
Ye Tong closed her eyes nervously.
Xu Mu opened the system panel and scrolled to More Options.
There were all his learned skills — perception, techniques, certificates, everything.
He long-pressed Shadow Bell — a message popped up:
[Can be bestowed upon Ye Tong]
Without hesitation, he tapped Confirm.
A moment later, Shadow Bell vanished from his skill list, replaced by a new entry:
[Bestowed upon Ye Tong – Hold to reclaim]
Xu Mu nodded — quite user-friendly.
The reason it could only target Ye Tong now was simple: she was the only person nearby.
According to the manual, a person with max Favorability could receive a skill no matter the distance.
As for Ye Tong's Shared Fortune, it could only apply to someone physically within Xu Mu's line of sight.
Right now, there was no one else around.
Ye Tong suddenly opened her eyes wide.
"H-Honey, this feels so strange — it's like something new just appeared in my head!"
"That's the technique I gave you. Try it out later."
Xu Mu stood — but before he could continue, his phone buzzed.
He glanced at the screen. It was Feng Yue calling.
So early in the morning? Something must have happened.