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

If you could display favorability ratings, you'd think Lin Bufan would be at his maximum right now.

[After all, a Daoist partner like you, who can maximize both physical and mental comfort, is truly a rare gem in this world.]

"Well said!"

"Wang Li, you hypocrite! What kind of disciple are you? Do you dare to come down and fight?"

"Don't be afraid, junior sister, your senior brother will support you."

[Your words resonated with the sword cultivators present, and coupled with your striking appearance, you quickly gained many supporters.]

As for Wang Li, who is your adversary, he naturally became the target of public criticism.

"Damn it!"

Wang Li cursed inwardly. His intention was to use his power to intimidate you, making it impossible for you to refuse. This way, Lin Bufan would lose face today, and you would become a laughingstock.

[Then he'll be free to do whatever he wants with me.]

[But Ling Shuanghua's intervention thwarted his plans, and you still uttered such hurtful words, destroying the public image he had cultivated over many years.]

【"snort!"】

He snorted coldly, and the oppressive aura of a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator swept across the entire area, silencing many.

[But sword cultivators are all stubborn, and many still continue to live a life of peace and tranquility.]

Knowing that this was the only way to end things today, he gave you a deep look, turned and strode away, his threat undisguised.

You sneered inwardly. If I catch him outside the sect, he'll regret it for the rest of his life.

"Junior sister, why don't you come with me? That kid can't protect you."

[Ling Shuanghua's eyes gleamed as if she had seen some rare treasure.]

Lin Bufan, who was happily catching up to the stands, immediately flew into a rage upon hearing this.

"Old woman! Let go of Qingyu!"

【...】

The game continued after a period of chaotic play.

Despite the slightly distorted picture, Lin Bufan, as the chosen one, still managed to overcome all obstacles and secure first place in the mid-stage Qi Refining group.

The prize is a support-type elixir—the Enlightenment Pill.

This pill can grant sudden enlightenment in a short time; it is a top-grade elixir for breaking through the ranks of cultivation techniques and spells. Even within the Heavenly Profound Sword Sect, it is extremely rare and difficult to obtain.

As the deputy captain of the enforcement team, Ling Shuanghua naturally wielded considerable power. The secret realm she mentioned was called Qingfeng Valley, a unique realm of Doujian Peak, containing numerous rare and precious materials.

More importantly, this secret realm can help cultivators comprehend sword intent.

[The secret realm will open in three years; the minimum requirement for entry is Qi Refining cultivation.]

Lin Bufan requested two spots.

The main reason Ling Shuanghua accompanied Lin Bufan that day was that she wanted to see what kind of person you were and whether you deserved this spot.

Now that everything is ready, your cultivation level has become the most crucial element.

[It's almost impossible for someone with three inferior spiritual roots to break through to the Qi Refining stage within four years.]

Lin Bufan merely gave a wry smile in response.

"Don't worry, Qingyu, I've got everything covered!"

[Don't worry, Qingyu, your teacher is here!]

【...】

Three years have passed in the blink of an eye.

The Sword Fighting Peak was unusually lively today, with the open-air plaza filled with sword-wielding cultivators dressed in matching cyan outfits.

[Amidst the fluttering of robes and the gentle sway of sword tassels, spiritual pressure intertwined, a chilling aura tinged with a soaring fighting spirit.]

[As expected of the most ruthless cultivators from Sword Fighting Peak!]

At this moment, you and Lin Bufan stand side by side in a corner of the plaza, constantly attracting the attention of the surrounding cultivators.

Today you are still wearing a long blue robe. Compared to three years ago, your waist is even more slender and upright, and your eyes have lost some of their childishness, gaining more maturity and charm.

Coupled with the icy aura honed through countless hours of sword practice, this unique blend of ice and fire possesses a captivating charm in every smile and gesture.

Three years have passed, but your words from that day have not faded with time; on the contrary, they have intensified among your disciples.

A group of straight men idolize you as a goddess.

[There are rumors circulating that you already have a Daoist partner, but this has actually garnered you even more supporters.]

[She was even placed on the list of the top ten fairies of the Heavenly Profound Sword Sect by busybodies, but due to her low cultivation level, she only managed to rank tenth.]

Title: Azure Lotus Fairy.

[You don't seem to care much about this, but Lin Bufan often argues with the sect disciples and is particularly dissatisfied with your ranking of only tenth.]

Seemingly sensing the prying eyes around them, the man beside you suddenly took your delicate hand in his and tightened it as if asserting his ownership.

What should a top-performing employee do if they feel insecure?

You smiled faintly, took a few steps closer to him, and amidst the heartbroken gazes of the group of cultivators, naturally took his arm with both hands, your fingertips slightly tightening, and gently leaned against him, your actions intimate yet not frivolous.

This action thoroughly satisfied Lin Bufan's vanity.

[You've always been a person who clearly distinguishes between gratitude and resentment. For the past three years, Xiao Fanzi has truly worried herself sick over you.]

[Not only did he procure many cultivation resources for you and have them fight alongside you, but he also secretly arranged for his teacher to guide your cultivation.]

[Your current cultivation level has firmly reached the fourth level of Qi Refining.]

[Of course, the main credit goes to that Blood Spirit Fruit, which directly propelled your cultivation to the peak of the third level of Qi Refining.]

[At the same time, the old man with the ring threw out pills that were all ancient and rare formulas never heard of before, which could actually help those in the Spirit Guiding Realm accelerate their cultivation progress.]

[It was actually useless to you, but unexpectedly, it repeatedly cleansed and expanded your meridians.]

[Now, your meridians are as open as rivers, your spiritual energy flows without hindrance, and the amount of spiritual energy stored in your dantian far exceeds that of other cultivators of the same level.]

Breaking through to the fourth level of Qi Refining was not difficult at all; it was simply a natural progression.

[For the past three years, your main focus has been on magic and swordsmanship.]

Both the Fireball and Water Mirror spells have reached a minor level of mastery and can be used at will.

Under the tutelage of the old man with the ring, [Mirror Flower Water Moon's progress is extremely rapid, and it is already close to minor mastery.]

[If you unleash your power now, a cultivator at the mid-stage of Qi Refining will pose no threat to you whatsoever.]

[And your swordsmanship, under the relentless onslaught of the genius swordsman Ling Shuanghua, has also reached the brink of a breakthrough.]

In her words, your swordsmanship has reached the pinnacle of the mortal realm, just one step away from entering the true transcendent realm—the first stage of swordsmanship—the nascent form of sword intent.

Only by cultivating sword intent can one be considered a true sword cultivator, and this is the fundamental reason for the powerful combat strength of sword cultivators.

[“Boom!”]

On the high platform, an elderly man dressed in a moonlit white robe stood up. He slightly raised his right hand, and a miniature boat appeared, then expanded in the wind.

In the blink of an eye, it transformed into a colossal vessel that blotted out the sky, hovering above the plaza.

"Participants in the Secret Realm Trial, board the ship."

[The requirement for Qingfeng Valley is that cultivators at the Qi Refining stage can enter, but this old man clearly played a trick.]

[Cultivators in the early stages of Qi Refining are completely unable to control their swords, which eliminates many cultivators who were trying to take advantage of the situation. However, their spots will be reserved for the next round.]

However, there are exceptions.

[Just like you, who currently only appears to be at the second level of Qi Refining, you winked comfortably at the tool beside you.]

Lin Bufan didn't show it on his face, but in his heart he gave the old man a big thumbs up.

[Then, amidst the envious and jealous gazes of many cultivators, he grabbed your waist, stepped onto his flying sword, and soared into the sky.]

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