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

【"Bang!"】

A deafening roar, so muffled it seemed, exploded across the heavens and earth, clearing a vast, empty area in the surroundings.

As the light and shadow faded, the purple-robed youth swayed precariously in mid-air, his body covered in deep, bone-revealing wounds, dripping with blood.

Seemingly unwilling to accept defeat, he looked at the spot where the woman in red had fallen, his eyes filled with a mixture of love and regret. He finally moved his lips, but it was too late.

The next second, he abruptly turned his head, staring intently in your direction, a ruthless smile curving his lips.

"Since we can't live... let's die together!"

The purple-robed youth's face instantly drained of all color, and he withered away at a visible speed.

The next moment, a strange blue light gathered wildly between his brows, as if draining all the life force from his body.

The light solidified, slowly transforming into a short, dark green shuttle less than three inches long before him.

The short shuttle shimmered with a chilling, eerie light; the moment it appeared, the surrounding temperature seemed to drop considerably.

"Go to hell!"

[Buzz!!!]

The short shuttle burst forth with a dark, eerie light, transforming into a black lightning bolt as it hurtled towards you.

The shadow of death instantly loomed over you; the suffocating sense of crisis made the hairs on your body stand on end.

However, you did not retreat even half a step.

A near-mad resolve flashed in your eyes. In a swift movement, you grabbed Liu Guanzhi by the collar and, with all your might, shoved him behind you.

In the instant your eyes met, you saw his pupils suddenly contract, but a relieved smile curved your lips.

"Old Liu."

You spoke softly, your voice broken by the howling wind.

"It seems this is as far as I can accompany you this time..."

[Liu Guanzhi stared blankly at your relieved expression and resolute actions, feeling as if all sounds in the world were fading away.]

How long have you been wearing this mask?

Liu Guanzhi doesn't remember.

But in the pursuit of power and immortality, everything can be discarded. Morality, reputation, even this physical body—they are all fleeting illusions.

[Only... as he gazed at the white-clad figure in mid-air, memories from both lifetimes surged forth like a tide, converging and overlapping in the deepest recesses of his heart, ultimately transforming into a helpless sigh.]

A wisp of mist slowly emanated from his body...

Beneath your calm exterior lies an intense sense of crisis, coupled with an unwavering determination to succeed.

Because from beginning to end, Liu Guanzhi never offered you a shred of affection; he remained suspicious and probing, even though your relationship had already reached such a point...

His performance was flawless, but ultimately he couldn't overcome the cheat code.

But your previous dedicated performance wasn't entirely in vain.

Given Liu Guanzhi's consistently meticulous planning, how could he have devised such a crude test?

Was he overwhelmed by emotions, or was he deliberately letting things slide?

But none of that matters anymore. Watching the mist of passion slowly dissipate from him, you know that you've ultimately won this round.

Perhaps he had already lost the moment he decided to test the waters in this way.

【only...】

Feeling the terrifying pressure from behind that seemed to crush you, your initial smugness vanished instantly, leaving you only to scream inwardly:

Old Liu, you absolutely have to save me! If you can't, I'll haunt you even as a ghost!

【Ding~】

A crisp collision sound exploded in mid-air, and the terrifying short shuttle was firmly blocked in front of you by an ancient mirror.

【"Heh~"】

At the same time, a cold laugh rang in your ear, and then you felt yourself fall into a warm embrace.

"Weren't you so capable? What's wrong, you're scared now?"

You blinked and looked up, only to meet a pair of unfathomable, dark eyes.

That gaze seemed to see right through you. Feeling guilty, you shrank back, reached out and hooked your arm around the other person's neck, burying your face in their chest like a quail.

[Waaaaah~ How scary~!]

But...it smells so good!

You feel a large amount of pink mist surging into your body, far exceeding anything you've experienced before.

[You couldn't help but recall the additional explanation for the entry "Red Dust Immortal":]

This method requires refining the love mist using the Joyful Union Technique; the stronger one's willpower, the stronger the love mist, and the greater the reward.

In terms of mental fortitude, Liu Guanzhi and I are probably the same kind of people; we are willing to give up everything to become stronger.

[If it weren't for your foresight, your invincible script of resurrecting the dead white moonlight, your unwavering companionship for ten years, and this life-or-death gamble today...]

Even if just one condition is missing, it would be difficult to stir the other person's true feelings.

Damn it, thinking about it this way, I've really given up too much!

[Old Liu, Old Liu, I wouldn't harm you, so why are you being so vigilant? You'll have to make it up to me later!]

You silently complained to yourself, then immediately nestled peacefully in his arms, feeling completely relaxed.

Next up is the scene where the "protagonist" shows off; you can just be a quiet, pretty girl.

Seeing that you had calmed down, Liu Guanzhi secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He was really afraid that you would come to your senses and hold a grudge against him for not acting immediately.

He looked down at the obedient girl nestled in his arms, a barely perceptible smile playing on his lips.

The arm that had been supporting your knees tightened unconsciously, but the moment he turned around and faced the outside world, all the tenderness vanished in an instant, replaced by that familiar indifference.

[Liu Guanzhi lowered his gaze to the purple-robed youth who was now enveloped by the swarm of insects, a hint of killing intent finally appearing in his eyes.]

"You can't kill me! My grandfather is a powerful figure from the Toad Poison Palace, a Nascent Soul cultivator!"

The young man's voice was distorted by extreme fear; dignity, pride, and true love all shattered under the shadow of death.

Liu Guanzhi listened quietly, his face expressionless. After a moment of silence, he gently raised a finger.

In an instant, the swarm of insects that had been quietly surrounding the youth surged violently. Amidst screams and gruesome chewing sounds, the life of a high-ranking Golden Core cultivator came to an end.

Are you scared?

He looked down at the girl who was gazing at him expectantly and asked softly.

"Of course I'm scared!"

You hooked your arm around his neck tightly, your expression a little aggrieved, but then a bright smile appeared on your face:

"But... with you here, I'm afraid it won't matter."

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(Thanks to the amazing "Bai Ningbing" for the certification!)

(I still owe one chapter from last month, plus the two chapters certified by this great author...)

(I saw yesterday that other people's books would include "Bonus Chapter for XXX" in the title. I was inexperienced before and neglected the experts. I will include it in future bonus chapters too~)

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