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

Of course, there is no shortage of so-called "smart people" in this world.

As soon as the words were spoken, several cultivators dressed in uniform exchanged glances, then boldly stepped forward and bowed, saying:

"My lord, we have not yet found the Soul-Burialing Grass. May we continue our ascent?"

Lin Qingyu's gentle smile remained unchanged as she quietly observed the group, her tone carrying a hint of admiration.

"sure."

Upon hearing this, the cultivators' faces lit up with joy, and they secretly gloated that their guess was indeed correct; the envoy would not forcibly interfere with the selection.

However, their actions instantly threw the cultivators who had just reluctantly handed over the Soul Burial Grass off their minds. Many of them showed regret in their eyes, but dared not ask for it back.

"Since you're so bold, why don't you climb the long steps first and let us all see it?"

Immediately, some disgruntled cultivators in the crowd began to stir up trouble with sarcastic remarks.

"Exactly, exactly. I like to be unconventional. I don't know if I'm really capable or just here to amuse everyone."

Hearing the undisguised sarcasm around them, the faces of those cultivators immediately turned red.

They instinctively looked at the young envoy, only to find him still standing quietly in place, his expression indifferent, as if nothing had happened.

Seeing this, the group had no choice but to grit their teeth, brace themselves, and begin their ascent towards the towering stone steps that seemed to reach into the clouds.

"Huh? You're perfectly fine."

Those who had just stepped onto the stone steps found themselves unharmed and excitedly continued striding upwards.

Upon seeing this, the cultivators at the foot of the mountain couldn't help but show a hint of suspicion in their eyes. Could it be that the so-called Soul Burial Grass was just a hoax fabricated by the envoy?

But the next moment, the cultivators who were climbing up triumphantly suddenly froze, as if all their strength had been drained.

Before they could even let out a scream, everything went black, and they lost consciousness, tumbling rapidly down the steep, long steps.

Lin Qingyu showed a hint of regret on her face at the right moment, and then with a wave of her sleeve, a gentle breeze carried them safely back to the crowd.

She didn't say another word from beginning to end.

But at this moment, silence speaks louder than words.

The cultivators who were originally observing were now rushing to offer up the Soul Burial Grass and the token with both hands, fearing that if they were even a moment too late, they would be ruthlessly turned away by this messenger.

Lin Qingyu naturally accepted all offers without hesitation, and with fluid movements, she pocketed the mountain of "tickets."

Only when a familiar figure stood in front of her without making a move did she pretend to look at the other person with curiosity.

"Young friend, is there something you're wondering about?"

"This junior wishes to try and establish this lineage. I humbly request that you, senior, grant me permission to enter the mountain."

Tantai Jin bowed to her.

Hearing the voice transmission in her ear, Lin Qingyu raised an eyebrow slightly and asked, feigning ignorance:

"What do you mean by this, young friend?"

Tantai Jin didn't speak, but remained silent for a moment before taking out an ancient jade slip and handing it over.

Lin Qingyu grabbed it and probed it with her divine sense. A moment later, she awkwardly put the jade pendant into her storage bag.

The jade slip contained nothing other than the process of clearing the ancient alchemy sect's secret realm.

The long staircase in front of them contained no array formations whatsoever; it was purely there to showcase the sect's wealth and power...

As expected of a first-class sect, they even have such things. An indescribable awkwardness immediately filled the air.

Lin Qingyu narrowed her eyes slightly, and after a moment smiled sweetly:

"On what grounds?"

"This junior can exchange it for the alchemy heritage of the Dan Ding Sect."

Tantai Jin's words were sincere.

"Um..."

Lin Qingyu stroked her chin thoughtfully for a moment, then nodded and, under the other person's expectant gaze, transmitted her voice:

"Not now, you should get some sleep first."

"Sleep...?"

Tantai Jin was stunned. Before he could react, he felt a sharp pain in the back of his neck, and then everything went black. He fell straight down on the stone steps.

Lin Qingyu raised her hand and led him to the stone platform behind her, smiling as she looked around before speaking with righteous indignation:

"I will not force anyone who is unwilling to hand over the Soul-Burial Flower, but if anyone harbors wicked thoughts and attempts to bribe me, that would be a great disrespect to our sect's ancestors! I urge everyone behind to be careful with their words and actions."

Although everyone had their doubts, no one dared to voice their suspicions when they saw the unconscious Tantai Jin.

Moreover... it's true that Tantai Jin is a prodigy, but what does that have to do with them?

Now everyone is vying for this inheritance, and everyone is secretly happy to have one less strong competitor.

In fact, Lin Qingyu did not intend to deceive the other party.

She had already been planning in her mind that once she got the simulation attempts, she would try to enter the secret realm. With her own alchemy talent, she might not be able to pass it, but Tantai Jin would be a good choice.

Moreover, you're guaranteed to receive the alchemy inheritance from the Dan Ding Sect, so why not?

Everyone tacitly looked away and continued walking towards the long steps.

Only Ye Jinghong's eyes held a bright look of regret as he passed by her.

No? Girl, what are you regretting?

"what?"

Lin Qingyu's gaze paused slightly when it fell on a handsome young man in the crowd, a hint of suspicion flashing in her eyes.

This person... is very strange.

Although she had never seen this face before, the unyielding and indomitable look in his eyes gave her a strange sense of familiarity.

"Hmph~"

A moment later, Lin Qingyu let out a soft laugh in her heart.

Stop pretending, Lin Bufan!

No matter how the other party evaded her divine sense, the aura of a "protagonist" on their body could not be concealed no matter what.

She had previously wondered if this kid would come and join in the fun at such a grand occasion as the emergence of an ancient heritage.

Looking back now, one can only say that he truly deserves to be called the chosen one.

However, Lin Qingyu's gaze swept almost imperceptibly over the antique ring on the boy's right index finger, and a hint of apprehension flashed in her eyes.

The old man with the ring on this kid seems a bit troublesome.

"senior.."

Soon, the young man arrived in front of Lin Buyu and bowed deeply with utmost respect.

What are you doing?

Lin Qingyu remained calm and waited for what was to come.

"I wonder if I could exchange a batch of Soul Burial Grass with you, senior?"

Seeing his serious expression, which did not seem to be fake, Lin Qingyu's eyes flickered slightly. Then, thinking of the effects of the Soul Burial Grass, her gaze swept almost imperceptibly over the ring in his hand.

Did something happen to the old man with the ring?

Great, here comes another excellent scout.

Thinking of this, Lin Qingyu smiled gently.

"Young friend, please wait here for a moment. After the first trial is over, I can hear your terms."

Lin Bufan hesitated upon hearing this, but thinking of his teacher in the ring, he took a deep look in the direction of the sacred mountain, then looked away without hesitation and bowed to the young man in front of him once again.

"Thank you, senior."

Seeing that the remaining people had all handed over the Soul Burial Grass and had all ascended the long steps, Lin Qingyu could no longer suppress the smile on her lips.

Hehehe~

Everything is over. Now it's time for me to enjoy the spoils of war.

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