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

[You were relieved to learn that Lin Bufan wasn't a time traveler.]

Although it's said that two tigers cannot share one mountain, unless one is male and the other female.

[But given your personality, if you were to confirm that the other person was also a time traveler, you would definitely choose to kill them or completely sever ties with them in reality.]

[Regardless of character, in this kind of situation, you can't trust anyone.]

Even back on Earth, people from the same hometown might not be moved to tears, let alone in this dog-eat-dog world.

Once the secret of your time travel is exposed, those top-tier figures will definitely become quite interested in you.

Lin Bufan sat to the side, watching you eat the grilled meat in small, graceful bites, and a sense of satisfaction inexplicably rose within him.

Senior Sister Lin... doesn't seem so unapproachable after all.

"Teacher, have you figured out what's wrong with my senior sister?"

"Hmm...it should be some kind of ancient curse mark. Judging from this, this little girl's identity is not simple."

The old man pondered for a moment, then his tone became more somber:

"This curse is constantly devouring her life essence; her remaining life force is probably insufficient to support her cultivation to the Nascent Soul stage."

【Click~】

The bamboo skewer in Lin Bufan's hand snapped in two.

"W-What's wrong?"

You quickly put down the grilled meat you were holding, looked at him nervously, a hint of unease in your eyes, as if afraid you'd eaten too much.

Lin Bufan's heart softened, and he spoke in a very soft tone:

"It's nothing, Senior Sister. I just thought of some unpleasant things."

Just as he was about to press his master for a solution, a cool hand suddenly landed on his head and gently patted him.

You didn't say anything, but instead offered this clumsy way of comforting me.

Lin Bufan stared at you blankly, unsure how to respond.

He just felt he owed you so much.

[The life-saving grace in the Ten Thousand Beasts Mountain Range can be repaid, after all, he wasn't pushed to his limit at the time; it was merely a test from his teacher.]

[But regarding the demon race, you essentially saved his entire family.]

【"Senior sister..."】

Lin Bufan's voice was slightly hoarse; a thousand words were stuck in his throat, yet he couldn't utter a single one.

"Junior brother, I don't know who or what you're thinking of, but life is a process of constant loss."

A faint smile appeared on your perpetually aloof face.

"Just cherish the present moment."

Cherish the present...

Lin Bufan's eyes suddenly lit up, and then you felt the man's presence wash over you. The next moment, you were pulled into a warm embrace.

【? ? ? 】

Okay, okay, so this is what "cherishing the present" means, right?

You moved your lips, but seeing the pink mist constantly billowing out, you ultimately said nothing.

[It wasn't until he raised his chin, about to lean down and kiss you, that you snapped out of your daze and abruptly broke free from his embrace.]

【"Senior sister..."】

Lin Bufan staggered back two steps, his eyes filled with astonishment.

You pursed your lips, remained silent for a moment, then took a few steps forward and took his hand, your eyes filled with sorrow.

"Junior brother, your senior sister is nearing the end of her life. Don't waste too much of your feelings on me."

Before Lin Bufan could even feel sorrow, your sadness overshadowed his own emotions.

【"But..."】

Before he could speak, you pressed your hand to his lips.

A blush immediately spread across your pretty face. You tiptoed and gently kissed his cheek, then quickly created a safe distance between you.

"Junior brother, you're already very happy to have met your senior sister. As for anything else... don't think too much about it."

Then... as you watched the pink mist deepen, you almost burst out laughing, but you had to bite your lower lip tightly.

From Lin Bufan's perspective, the girl looked like she was about to shatter.

"Okay, senior sister, I promise you."

Having already received the answer from his master, he suppressed his emotions fiercely.

While elixirs that grant immortality are indeed rare, they are not entirely without a chance.

【very good.】

Seeing his condition, you guessed the general situation, which is why you imitated the curse's outburst.

Since I can't find it myself, I hope the chosen one will bring good news.

For the rest of the time, the two suppressed their emotions and chatted casually. Suddenly, someone brought up their plans for the near future.

When Lin Bufan learned that you were going to destroy a sect with three Golden Core cultivators, his expression immediately changed. Without saying a word, he took out three Thousand-Mile Escape Talismans from his storage bag and stuffed them into your hand.

You declined repeatedly, but finally, under his unwavering gaze, you reluctantly accepted it.

However, you weren't stingy; you promptly gifted him the Soul-Shaking Bell and the Azure Thunder Seal.

Although these two spiritual artifacts are useless to you now, they are still considered rare treasures even among Foundation Establishment cultivators.

Thus, a simple, chance encounter ended in this win-win situation.

【...】

Three months later, when you stepped into the City of Fallen Stars again, you truly didn't expect to encounter such a scene.

[You had barely completed your entry into the city when you were stopped by a group of menacing Foundation Establishment cultivators, each with eyes blazing with fighting spirit.]

"She is Zhou Xiaonuan!"

"Brothers, Zhou Xiaonuan has arrived in Liyun City."

The crowd grew larger and larger, completely blocking the long street, and many people even took out their magical artifacts to send messages.

Seeing your immense popularity, your eyes flickered slightly. You immediately stood with your hands behind your back, calmly surveying the group of people before you.

"Wow~ This woman's aura is truly terrifying!"

"Look at the way she looks at trash, that's a true prodigy!"

"Fairy sister, please look at me like that!"

【"......"

Just as the situation was starting to go astray, a path suddenly parted in the crowd, and a tall young man dressed in a black, close-fitting outfit slowly walked out.

The opponent carried a broadsword, its blade faintly shimmering with a pale golden aura.

[Without you asking, the all-knowing passersby will quickly deliver the information to your ears.]

"It's Feng Qianjun!"

"Nan Gongjie was previously ranked number one on the Prodigy Ranking."

Your gaze paused slightly upon hearing the name "Feng Qian."

[It seems he is undoubtedly a member of the royal family of the Heavenly Phoenix Dynasty, and judging from the names Feng Qianyue and Feng Qiange, his status must not be low.]

"You are Zhou Xiaonuan?"

The young man was nearly two meters tall; standing next to him, you looked like a tiny little radish.

But your demeanor remained impassive; you didn't respond, only giving him a disdainful glance.

【"very good!"】

The young man had a gruesome scar near his eye, which made him appear even more ruthless when he narrowed his eyes.

"Fight me!"

You still didn't respond, and walked forward. The crowd, intimidated by your unfathomable aura, parted to make way for you.

Just as your figure was about to disappear, an extremely arrogant voice slowly rang in everyone's ears.

"Come on, you dare to talk back to me? Let's see just how much you're worth."

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