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

The shout, though seemingly endless, caused the demonic energy in the valley to pause for a moment.

The demonic figure in mid-air tilted its head slightly, a hint of confusion flashing in its purple pupils.

【Buzz~】

The next instant, a streak of light pierced the sky from the heavens, crashing into the valley and landing right in front of you.

Before the light faded, one arm slipped under your knees, while the other wrapped around your back, and you were lifted up securely.

Sensing the familiar presence, a slight smile curved your lips. "You're reliable, Lao Liu."

Suddenly, the demonic energy throughout the valley surged wildly, and the towering demonic mist transformed into countless black hands, reaching out to grab you relentlessly.

【"snort!"】

You only heard a cold snort before the stream of light carried you into the air. When you reappeared, you were suspended in mid-air, facing the demonic figure across the void.

"So carefree?"

Lin Bufan, who witnessed the whole thing, was filled with envy. He couldn't help but think of his senior sister, thinking that one day he too would be a hero and save the damsel in distress.

"Waaaaah~ Husband, this person is so scary~"

[Liu Guanzhi knew you were acting, but he still played along and said:]

"Don't worry, I'll avenge you later."

The reason you dared to so brazenly trespass into that valley filled with demonic energy was because you had received a telepathic message from Liu Guanzhi before entering.

[Knowing that he was going to set up his formation ahead of time, you dragged Nangong Jie around collecting magic crystals to buy as much time as possible to prevent the battle from breaking out prematurely.]

[Because Liu Guanzhi's target this time was precisely that remnant of the demon race.]

[You seem to have no objection to this. Putting aside whether we can gain anything this time, the Blood Qi Gu alone is enough to warrant your help.]

Besides, in the previous resource allocations, you were indeed the only one who benefited.

[You're actually hoping for a major buff for Lao Liu this time, so you can all rise to the top along with him.]

Thinking of this, you turned your gaze to Xiao Fanzi below.

"Fellow Daoist, what do you seek?"

[Lin Bufan, who was watching the scene unfold, was jolted awake from his reverie by the whispered conversation and met your curious gaze.]

"Master, should I tell her?"

Lin Bufan was undecided for a moment, and could only call out to the old cunning man in his heart... cough, old man.

"We can cooperate. This kid is something else; he can save us a lot of effort."

The old man with the ring pondered for a moment, then said in a deep voice:

"However, one should always be cautious, lest one suffer an unexpected setback."

Lin Bufan nodded and replied telepathically:

"A miraculous elixir that lasts for millennia."

Upon hearing this answer, you immediately understood his purpose and felt a little guilty.

[Little Fanzi, your senior sister's love for you has truly paid off. We should have a discussion about the Dao next time we have the chance.]

"We don't need that."

After conveying the message to Liu Guan, you looked at Lin Bufan again.

"Fellow Daoist," said the speaker, "my husband alone is not entirely confident of defeating him. If you have any trump cards, you might as well reveal them now, and I will sever the demonic chains. Only in this way can we be absolutely certain of victory."

【"good!"】

Lin Bufan did not transmit his voice again, but instead responded loudly.

The next moment, his figure suddenly appeared in mid-air, standing side by side with the two of you.

[The aura immediately began to rise rapidly, crossing the threshold of the Golden Core stage at an extremely fast speed, and finally stopping steadily at the peak of the Golden Core realm.]

Liu Guanzhi glanced sideways, a hint of surprise and wariness flashing in his eyes.

You smile slightly at him, indicating that he doesn't need to be nervous.

Even if things get out of control, you can still reveal your true identity. With Xiao Fanzi's magnanimity, the outcome will inevitably be—there is a kind of love called letting go.

However, watching the two fight side-by-side against their common enemy, you couldn't help but feel a pang of sadness.

[Back then, the two fought because of you, and you were nestled in Xiao Fanzi's arms. Today, the two stand side by side because of you, but you are in Liu Guanzhi's arms.]

This truly proves the saying, "Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river!"

【Xiao Fanzi, your words came true, but the result... seems to have deviated slightly.】

You're naturally easily embarrassed and can't handle this kind of situation.

[So you didn't linger any longer, leaping down from Liu Guanzhi's arms, your figure transforming into a streak of light, once again soaring straight into the depths of the valley.]

This time, however, the demonic shadow no longer has the energy to mobilize its demonic power to kill you.

[Liu Guanzhi looked in the direction you left, then slowly raised his hands.]

【"rise!"】

As the word was uttered, the ground beneath their feet trembled violently.

Countless golden array patterns emerged from the ground, spreading out along the valley's contours and enveloping the entire valley.

Upon seeing this, a hint of admiration flashed in Lin Bufan's eyes.

[To have mastered formations to such a high level at such a young age is truly a prodigy!]

[He immediately stopped observing and turned his gaze to the demonic figure in the distance that was gathering demonic energy in an attempt to interrupt the formation. A long sword appeared in his hand, and he raised it to strike.]

A gigantic sword beam rose out of thin air, carrying incomparably sharp sword energy, and slashed straight towards the demonic figure's face.

[The demonic figure was forced to distract itself, and its overwhelming demonic energy transformed into a massive black shield, forcefully blocking the sword strike.]

【"Boom!"】

The sword's edge exploded, the magic shield shattered, and the aftershocks created ripples in the air.

[Just as the demonic shadow was distracted and blocked the attack.]

[Liu Guanzhi changed the hand seals again, and the formation suddenly contracted.]

The golden array patterns transformed into countless chains, coiling towards the demonic shadow from all directions.

【"roar!"】

The demonic figure roared, its demonic energy surging, shattering the array-patterned chains.

But these chains moved incredibly fast, and layer upon layer, seemingly endless, coiling around you once more.

[And Lin Bufan didn't give him a chance to catch his breath.]

His figure vanished into thin air the moment the first sword beam exploded.

【"Buzz~!"】

The terrifying red sword light struck again, this time not with a direct attack, but by circling around to the demonic shadow's side and rear, aiming a thrust at his back.

The shadowy figure sensed danger and tried to retreat to defend itself, but was firmly bound by the array-patterned chains.

【"Tch~!"】

The sound of a sharp blade piercing flesh was exceptionally clear.

【"roar!!!"】

The demonic figure let out a shrill roar, its demonic energy surging violently, and its entire form was enveloped in black mist.

Seizing this fleeting opening, Liu Guanzhi changed his hand seals again, and dense runes appeared on the golden chains before they exploded without warning.

【"boom!"】

A loud bang echoed from the sky.

A moment later, the smoke and dust dissipated, but the black mist remained.

"Hehe...hehehe~!"

A strange laugh echoed from within the black mist, and the demonic figure slowly emerged, completely unharmed.

"Brilliant, absolutely brilliant!"

He clapped his hands twice loudly, his eyes sweeping over the two men with a mocking gaze, yet he detected not a trace of panic on their faces.

Lin Bufan and Liu Guanzhi exchanged a glance, and a slow smile slowly curved their lips.

Upon seeing this, the demonic figure's heart skipped a beat, and it abruptly looked down into the valley.

【"not good!"】

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