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

Three years have passed in the blink of an eye.

"Young Master, the two rogue cultivators who have been making headlines in the black market lately call themselves the 'Twin Shadows of Startling Glory,' but because of their ruthless actions, the rogue cultivators in the area refer to them as the 'Black and White Duo.'"

In the center of the main hall, a man dressed in dark red, blood-stained clothes knelt on one knee, his tone extremely respectful.

"The Black and White Duo?"

Deep within the dimly lit hall, the figure seated high on the throne slowly opened his eyes, a flicker of interest crossing them.

"Ignore it."

His tone was languid and indifferent, as if nothing in the world mattered to him.

"Since they're after the Blood Spirit Ginseng, if they really have the guts, they'll probably attack Boiling Blood Island as well."

"What if they don't intervene?"

The man in blood-stained clothes slightly raised his head and tentatively asked.

【"Heh~"】

A very soft chuckle echoed in the empty hall, carrying undisguised arrogance.

"Then you don't even deserve to be my opponent."

【"Achoo~"】

You rubbed your nose, scanned your surroundings with your divine sense, and after confirming that there was nothing unusual, you muttered to yourself:

"Strange, I haven't been followed. Could it be that some villain is plotting against me again?"

"What's wrong?"

[Liu Guanzhi stopped and turned his head slightly to look at you beside him.]

The dim light of the night market illuminated his handsome profile, and a barely perceptible tenderness now flowed in his usually calm and collected eyes.

"It's okay~"

Seeing his expression, a slow smile curved your lips. You could clearly feel his grip on your hand tighten.

The three years of fighting side by side and spending every day together have finally paid off.

[At least after your persistent provocations, Liu Guanzhi's bottom line is slowly loosening; now it's just a matter of finding the right opportunity to break the ice.]

"Old Liu, it looks quite lively up ahead."

Your eyes lit up, and you pulled him forward, squeezing through the crowd.

Liu Guanzhi sighed helplessly, letting the girl pull him along, but as he looked at the lively and spirited figure ahead, a smile unconsciously crept into his eyes.

"What are you doing?"

Your sudden voice startled the black-haired woman.

She turned her head and saw a pretty young girl. The hint of impatience that had flashed in her eyes vanished instantly, replaced by a gentle smile.

"This is a longevity lamp."

She raised the faintly glowing glass lamp in her hand, tilted her head slightly, and her gaze seemed to pierce through the night sky above, filled with a touch of tenderness.

"It is said that if you make a wish together with your loved one, you will grow old together and have a smooth life."

"Cultivators still believe in this?"

Upon hearing the phrase "longevity lamp," your eyes lit up for a moment, but after hearing the rest... you couldn't help but mutter to yourself, feeling rather unlucky.

[I'm aiming for immortality, so who am I cursing from here!]

"Hey, don't go!"

The woman was very outgoing; she pulled you to sit down next to her and began to tell you all about the history of the street.

This street was built long ago by a deeply affectionate demonic cultivator for his beloved.

[Originally a place of unparalleled romance, but with the passage of time and the changing times, all that remains of this black market is this "River of Everlasting Love" for making wishes.]

"Cultivators are also human; naturally, they cannot be completely devoid of emotion and nature."

[You suddenly realize why such a strange name as "Eternal Love Street" would appear in this murky black market.]

After listening to the woman's story, your eyes flickered slightly, and you tugged at the young man who had been standing silently beside you.

"Liu Guanzhi, let's release longevity lanterns too."

Seeing that he remained silent with a stern face, you gently shook his wrist, your voice tinged with a hint of grievance:

"Is it okay~"

Liu Guanzhi remained silent, because this attitude presented a stark contrast to him, which he found somewhat unbearable.

He lowered his eyes helplessly, sighed softly, and compromised once again.

【"good."】

"Yay~ Old Liu is the best!"

The woman who was used and then discarded: "..."

As for what Liu Guanzhi wished for in the end, you don't know, but look into his eyes and sincerely make your own wish in your heart:

[Hopefully Lin Qingyu can achieve her small goal of living a carefree and immortal life soon...]

【...】

【"Phew~"

Returning to a secluded and quiet courtyard, you felt as if your bones had been removed, sinking limply into a wicker chair and letting out a long breath.

Liu Guanzhi walked naturally to your side, sat down on the stone bench, then raised his hand, placed his fingertips on your forehead, and began to massage you with moderate pressure.

You've maintained this tacit understanding for three whole years without even realizing it.

I still remember the first time he did this, his face was full of reluctance. But in the end, he couldn't resist your daily pleading and cajoling, and this aloof, reborn tycoon finally succumbed and resigned himself to your fate.

You tilted your head back, your bright eyes gazing at him.

[Liu Guanzhi paused slightly in his kneading motion.]

Because the intense and straightforward affection in the girl's eyes was now as undisguised as the moonlight pouring down in the night.

【"Liu Guanzhi."】

【"Um."】

"Why don't you just give it to me?"

As soon as he finished speaking, the previously romantic and ambiguous atmosphere in the courtyard vanished instantly. Liu Guanzhi withdrew his hand from your massage, his deep, icy eyes fixed on you as if trying to see right through you.

Not to be outdone, you pouted and boldly stretched out your hands towards him, striking a pose of wanting a hug.

The boy sat motionless, his expression unchanged.

【"Eek..."】

[Your fake sob had barely begun when you felt a lightness in your body.]

In a dizzying moment, you landed safely in an embrace. The embrace wasn't particularly broad, but it carried a comforting warmth.

"See, see, just admit it, you like me too."

You turned and wrapped your arms tightly around his neck, your breaths mingling instantly, and you could clearly hear each other's heartbeats.

Liu Guanzhi's lips twitched slightly. He knew your personality all too well; you never gave up until you achieved your goal.

After a moment, Liu Guanzhi sighed deeply, reached out to tidy up the stray hairs on your forehead, and spoke in a much more serious tone:

"Do you really like me?"

This was the first time he had directly addressed this issue.

You nodded without hesitation. He could produce a lot of pink mist, and you genuinely liked pink mist, therefore you concluded the following theory:

You genuinely like Liu Guanzhi.

"That past life..."

Before he could finish speaking, two clear tears unexpectedly streamed down the girl's face...

【"you..."】

"I'm sorry... Liu Guanzhi, I'm not worthy of your love."

You sniffed sharply, hastily wiped away your tears, and prepared to get up from his embrace and run away.

[But you barely moved when an irresistible force pressed you back into my arms.]

The next moment, your chin was firmly gripped by him, forcing you to lift your head and meet his deep eyes.

Those eyes, usually so calm and still, now resembled two bottomless whirlpools, exuding a suffocating pressure that sent a chill down your spine.

"Lin Qing."

He called you by your full name from your "previous life," his voice low and deep, as if it were filled with ice.

"Tell me clearly, what exactly happened in my past life?"

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