After transforming into a fairy, I, in my simulation, wreaked havoc in the cultivation world.

【Click~】

Just as you were admiring the spirit sword in your hand, a crisp sound came from the window.

[You looked up and saw Jiang Jibai, the usually dignified and gentlemanly senior brother, sneaking in through the window.]

"Hey~ Where did this flower thief come from?"

You sheathed your flying sword, your eyes filled with amusement as you looked at the man who maintained his outward composure.

【"Cough~"】

Jiang Jibai coughed lightly and said seriously:

"I was drawn here by the sword intent, junior sister, please don't misunderstand."

You chuckled softly, slowly approaching until you forced him back to the window. Then, you extended your slender finger and gently touched his heart.

"Why did my senior brother beat up Ikegawa in the ring, and specifically hit him in the face? Wasn't there some personal grudge involved?"

"That was just a normal sparring match between cultivators."

【Oh~~~】

You deliberately softened your tone, observing the restraint in the man's eyes, and chuckled inwardly before abruptly changing the subject.

"Since you've already seen it, senior brother, please leave."

Jiang Jibai stood still, not moving.

【"Um?"】

After you sat back down, you looked at the other person with a surprised expression.

"Is there anything else you'd like to see, senior brother?"

He stared at you intently for a moment, then suddenly his figure flashed, and the next moment, you felt a lightness in your body, and in an instant, you were in a familiar embrace.

"What is Senior Brother doing now?"

Is it because I'm naturally quiet that I don't like to talk?

"Eek~ Is he finally going to make a move on his delicate junior sister?"

"Bad... Ugh! Waaah~"

You watched as the man finally broke free of his restraint, and after a symbolic struggle, you nestled into his arms.

Ah~ May all of you aid my cultivation!

[You can almost see the day when, through your perseverance and hard work, you break through to the late stage of Foundation Establishment.]

【...】

Three months later, the spaceship landed and departed from Fallen City.

Standing atop the airship, the awe you felt was beyond words.

What lies before me does not resemble a city; it is clearly a supreme divine capital, stretching across eternity and boundless in its vastness.

The thousand-foot-high city wall was entirely like a crimson jade, with magma seemingly surging within, lifelike in its detail.

The most awe-inspiring sight is the towering pagoda standing in the center of the city, seemingly reaching straight to the heavens above the clouds.

[A crimson vortex perpetually swirls above the entire city; this is a manifestation of the spiritual vein suppressed by the Heavenly Phoenix Dynasty with its national destiny, known as the Blazing Fire Heavenly Vein.]

The world's spiritual veins are divided into five grades: Heaven, Earth, Black, and Yellow, as well as the legendary divine veins.

[This Blazing Fire Heavenly Vein is indeed a Heavenly-grade spiritual vein. Although it is only a low-grade Heavenly Vein, it is enough to demonstrate the strength of the Heavenly Phoenix Dynasty's foundation. After all, even the Heavenly Profound Sword Sect and the Joyful Union Sect do not possess such a foundation.]

[Your group landed outside the city gates. There are rules governing the Fallen City; those below the Nascent Soul stage are not permitted to enter the city by air.]

After all, the city lord of Liyun City is a genuine Nascent Soul Celestial Lord, and all visiting cultivators must show him sufficient respect.

Standing beneath the towering city gate, you can't help but marvel at the incredible craftsmanship of this world's architecture. Such magnificent structures would be extremely difficult to construct even on a technologically advanced planet like Earth.

Just as the crowds were thronging the area, a slightly familiar, sweet fragrance wafted into your nostrils.

You glance to the side and see someone you didn't expect.

[Zhou Xiaonuan!]

[That junior sister from the Heavenly Profound Sword Sect who only appeared once in the Ten Thousand Beasts Mountain Range during a certain simulation.]

Why is she here? And all alone.

[Perhaps your gaze was too obvious, because Zhou Xiaonuan glanced at you, and you clearly saw the tip of her nose twitch. She then immediately smiled and quickly moved closer.]

"This fairy, haven't we met somewhere before?"

The strange, sweet aroma became more pronounced, but you didn't find it repulsive; instead, it gave you a feeling of tranquility and joy.

"Zhou Xiaonuan, a disciple of the Tianxuan Sword Sect."

"Oh, the fairy recognizes me?"

Zhou Xiaonuan was slightly taken aback at first, then grabbed your arm tightly, her eyes filled with excitement.

Something's not right!

You've been carefully observing her expression; it doesn't seem like the joy of meeting an old friend in a foreign land.

[It seems more like... the eagerness of finally finding someone who recognizes you. Could it be amnesia? After all, the blankness in the other person's eyes just now didn't seem fake.]

"Follow me."

With so many people around, you decide to keep the other person around and investigate further.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Xiaonuan's eyes lit up, and she nodded without hesitation, but she didn't let go of your hand.

Hearing the commotion, Chi Chuan turned around and saw an unknown female cultivator clinging to his wife. He frowned slightly.

"Lianhuan, who is this?"

"I never expected to run into a fellow cultivator I made during my previous training journeys."

You smiled slightly and answered calmly.

Zhou Xiaonuan looked at you with shining eyes, her gaze filled with admiration.

What's wrong with this girl?

[You remember that simulation? It was the same way. After seeing her only once, she would try to stick to your side every few days.]

[And you even tried to test her, but unfortunately, this girl is so naive and completely oblivious to the unspoken meaning; she seems to genuinely just want to stay by your side.]

How strange!

【...】

After checking in, you chased away the two men who were trying to get close to you, leaving Zhou Xiaonuan alone with you.

[Inside the luxurious guest room.]

You leaned back on the couch, watching with a leisurely air as Zhou Xiaonuan stood bewildered in the center of the room.

Seeing her about to lean closer again, you immediately frowned. She panicked and quickly retreated, clutching her sleeve.

[Tsk~ So cute.]

However, this appearance reminds you of the little yellow dog you had in your past life; it was incredibly intelligent and understanding.

Wait a minute! Could this girl not be human either?

"Zhou Xiaonuan."

【"exist!"】

She unconsciously straightened up considerably, her voice loud and clear, sounding very strong.

Why do you like to get close to me?

"They didn't..."

"Huh? If you're not going to tell the truth, then get lost."

"No, because I like your scent, and it's comfortable being with you."

Upon hearing that you were going to send her away, Zhou Xiaonuan panicked and quickly spilled everything.

【breath?】

[Azure Phoenix Essence Blood? No, you didn't obtain it during that simulation.]

[If there's anything special about you, it's your Jade Marrow Body, but that's concealed by the "Dust Transformation" attribute, making it impossible for anyone to discover.]

Unable to grasp the details, you simply asked directly:

"Zhou Xiaonuan, are you human?"

"Meow~! I'm human!"

【"......"

The two of you stared at each other, and a deathly silence fell over the room.

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(Thanks to "璃心息梦水漫秋" for the generous update! And thanks to "爱吃匹杲谰監的陆封" for the character summon!)

(Thank you so much for all the gifts!)

(Um... I was originally thinking of taking a break with three chapters every two days, but I'll continue with extra chapters... still two chapters later~)