I'm on Star Iron, and I've loaded the Commander Simulator.

Lu Xian added softly.

Upon hearing this, Qingque's eyes lit up, and she responded with a bright smile, but then suddenly stopped.

Because a big shot whose reputation among Qingque had recently declined appeared before her.

Note: In the second closed beta test, "纯美" meant "perfect goodness," but this was changed in the open beta test, and the Pure Beauty Knights were revived along the way. So, here, "纯美" means "pure beauty" in its literal sense.

If it is perfect goodness, then it conflicts with abundance.

5. Tingyun wants some things.

【you! 】

A single word, tinged with complex emotion, reached Lu Xian's ears.

Suddenly, Fu Xuan appeared before you, looking at you with an incredibly complex expression.

[You read incomprehension, resentment, and a well-hidden admiration on her face, even the greed that had previously lurked in Qingque's eyes.]

Despite his meticulous planning and exceptional intelligence, Fu Xuan seemed unable to escape the control of his biological instincts.

You subtly unleashed your charm, and with a questioning tone, asked Fu Xuan: "What's wrong? Does Lord Fu Xuan also wish to invite me to moon-viewing tonight?"

"You scoundrel, how could you, a mere envoy of the Pure Beauty Order, stoop so low?" Fu Xuan originally intended to say this, but the words wouldn't come out, escaping the high wall erected by the Star God of Preservation.

Fu Xuan grew increasingly enraged, to the point that he was losing control of his body: Fine!

With a splash, Qingque, who had been pretending to listen to your conversation, secretly turned and left, suddenly tumbled into the pond beside you.

[You didn't turn to look at Qingque, but instead looked at Fu Xuan with a hint of doubt: "Lord Fu Xuan, it wasn't me inviting you to admire the moon. What's the point of your 'okay' reply? I simply wanted to discuss with you what violent aesthetics are all about. After all, even the Star God has disappeared due to insufficient combat power. If I'm too weak, wouldn't I just become easy prey for those powerful beings?"]

[You speak with great conviction, but Fu Xuan before you displays an extremely vicious expression. She grits her teeth, and the soft, cracking sound echoes in your ears.]

She clearly wanted to devour you, but you remained calm and composed, maintaining your elegance.

"Okay!" She managed to squeeze out that sound through gritted teeth, after holding it in for who knows how long.

After hearing the words you wanted to hear, you bowed to her in farewell: "That's fine then. I won't bother you any longer, Master Fu. See you at the training grounds tomorrow."

[You spoke decisively, and your actions were equally decisive. Before Fu Xuan could even confirm, you turned back, preparing to return the way you came.]

Wait, why not start today?

Seeing that Lu Xian was trying to run away, Fu Xuan stretched out his hand and called out to him.

【Pure beauty, martial arts, sparring partner, plus you—these words combined make her feel like she could give you a good beating and settle a personal score.】

You suddenly turned around and called out: "I have an appointment with other beauties today, so I won't bother you any longer."

You used that character "you" very heavily.

After saying that, you walked straight to your destination, leaving behind a lonely old woman, resentful but with nowhere to vent her anger, stamping her feet and acting like a virgin.

[Your "beauty" refers to a fox-woman named Tingyun, hmm... a beauty.]

In this simulated world, you haven't seen her for several extra days, and you're starting to miss her gentle, warm demeanor.

"All you ever think about are pretty girls. Can't you be a little more ambitious and try something different?" Lu Xian, who was watching the simulation progress from outside, couldn't help but complain.

After finishing his rant, he did not press the continue button.

Is it really safe for this weak and innocent envoy to go around flirting with girls like this?

If he were to be separated from his partner someday, Lu Xian wouldn't be surprised at all.

However, thinking about the girls he was currently hooking up with, Lu Xian felt relieved.

When she had free time, Tingyun would often be at the Minghuo Merchant Guild's shop, tending to goods or entertaining guests from other worlds.

Ignoring countless accidents and the attention of ordinary people, Lu Xian successfully arrived at the outer side of the Minghuo Chamber of Commerce and met Ting Yun, who was calculating something inside.

When she saw you, her eyes lit up instantly, but in the next instant, a look of confusion swirled in them. Finally, as you approached her, she composed herself to her best.

“A scholar who has been away for three days is more stunning than one who has been away for three autumns.” She placed her hand on her light brown robe, suppressing her emotions as she spoke gracefully to Lu Xian before her.

"It was just a coincidence. I wonder what interesting things happened on Miss Tingyun's trip this time?" Lu Xian sat down on the chair outside Tingyun's counter and asked her softly.

"Ah, nothing interesting. This time we went to what could be described as an uncivilized dynasty. The goods we collected were quite interesting, though. Compared to the stories my guest has long since grown tired of, I am more interested in your changes. Could you tell me about them, just like any other way, to pass the time?"

Tingyun leaned closer, adopting a humble posture, and a pleading look appeared on her face and in her eyes.

That vibrant pure white was also severely deformed by compression.

However, to Lu Xian's slight disappointment, the fragrance of the other party's orchid was mixed with the smell of some chemical products.

As the Pure Beauty Envoy, he seemed somewhat unaccustomed to these flavors.

With a thought, he purified the scents, making Tingyun's fragrance more natural.

"Ah, it's nothing serious. I was just appreciated by a Star God and became a messenger." Lu Xian waved his hand lightly, but his words left the other person speechless.

After about ten seconds, she returned to her original very dignified sitting posture.

"Ah, I, this." However, he couldn't form a coherent sentence for a moment.

She forgot about her companions on either side, the merchants who had traveled with her, and then placed the jade tablet in her hand into the black compartment in front of her.

"Is it possible to achieve immortality?" she asked silently to Lu Xian in front of her, using lip reading.

A hint of anticipation flickered in her eyes, but compared to the chess pieces in them, her nervousness was even more pronounced.

"For yourself, or for Yu Kong?" Lu Xian asked, noticing the barely concealed tension on the other person's face.

Yu Kong's lifespan is coming to an end, while Ting Yun only has a little over a hundred years left.

On this immortal ship where eight or nine hundred years could pass at any time, under the influence of those who did business with her, the fox still had a certain expectation of immortality.

However, this question caught Tingyun off guard, and she gently bit her thin lower lip.

Her eyes, full of emotion and intense gaze, stared at Lu Xian. She didn't say a word, yet it seemed as if she had said everything.

"Let's put that thought aside for now. I am the Envoy of Pure Beauty, and beauty is fleeting. Perhaps one day I will send someone to invite Miss Tingyun to my funeral banquet."

Pure Beauty Envoy truly didn't possess much additional power. Even his Star God died under mysterious circumstances, let alone him.

If one were to truly grant immortality, it would bring both abundance and misfortune, or perhaps it would be through technological advancements under the guidance of a learned and respected individual.

6. A virtuous and upright person?

A hint of disappointment flickered in Tingyun's eyes, but she managed to control her emotions well.

She dared not mention the matter too much while on patrol, and besides, she had already received a clear response.

So she changed the subject to clothing.

She stood up from behind the counter, showing you her graceful figure, hoping you could design a beautiful outfit for her.

In return, she's willing to do anything with you, provided it's legal.

Upon hearing this, your expression didn't change much; you simply stretched out your finger and drew a line on the brown counter.

A square sheet of Xuan paper, about a foot in size, floated out of thin air on the counter, densely covered with clothing designs and corresponding measurements.

You chatted with her for a while longer until people from other chambers of commerce came looking for her, at which point you left.

As for the opportunity to freely use Tingyun, you didn't use it, but instead waited for a better opportunity.

[After leaving the Minghuo Merchant Guild, you'll tone down your outward appearance. You don't really care that you always attract attention when you're out in the spotlight; what you care about are those who get hurt or have things ruined because of you.]

[Time flew by, and night fell. You met Qingque at a pavilion in the central area; there was nothing particularly special about the place.]

"I should at least see what this date has to say to me."

"I brought some wine, let's savor it together~" She shook the white porcelain wine pot in her hand, with a bright smile and a very slight blush on her face.

"Having a drink under the moon isn't exactly normal behavior, especially since we're a single man and a single woman." Lu Xian picked up a small wine glass that she had set out, about the size of his thumb, and asked her softly.

"It doesn't matter, and besides, today is a day worth celebrating." She filled two small wine glasses, her smile unchanged.

"Let me make this clear first, I'm hardly a gentleman. If you get drunk after just one drink, I might do something naughty."

"You bastard, how did you become the Pure Beauty Envoy? And a smooth-talking, sweet-talking scoundrel at that. You talk a big game, but I don't think you have the guts."

"Haha~, you've got a good plan. Come and taste what this wine tastes like."

After reading what the other person was thinking, Lu Xian changed the subject.

He raised the small wine glass in his hand, looked through the artificial moon for a while, and after transforming the moon into a very beautiful garden, he drank the wine in one gulp.

The spicy taste made him feel a little uncomfortable, so without thinking, Lu Xian directly replaced the liquid inside with fine wine.

Chunmei's fate still affected him; when he saw something he didn't like, he would subconsciously try to change it.

When Qingque closed her eyes and took a small sip, a look of disbelief appeared on her face and in her eyes.

This wine, which I had never tasted before, turned out to be so delicious.

She instantly had the urge to drink the entire wine jug in one gulp.

However, she restrained herself, since such an action was not ladylike at all.

Although she wasn't exactly a lady, she still needed to be mindful of her image in this setting.

I exercised restraint, but not much.