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

The moment I stepped into the secret realm, a stench of decay assaulted my nostrils.

"Is this the Desolate Forest of Miasma?"

You stand on the soft, rotten earth, your gaze sweeping around.

[This is your first time entering the secret realm, and it feels completely different from the outside world. Above, the light is completely blocked by a thick, gray-green poisonous miasma, and the dense forest is utterly silent, as if you have stepped into a lifeless wasteland.]

Most importantly, the concentration of spiritual energy in this relatively isolated space is extremely thin, comparable to that of a mortal city.

[It really is a pure killing field!]

"Miss Lin, what should we do next?"

Cao Qing, who had just vowed to protect you, now had a shifty look in his eyes, revealing a hint of helplessness.

Just as you were about to speak, a crisp sound like a mirror shattering suddenly came from the sky, followed by countless streams of light descending from the heavens, landing precisely in the hands of every cultivator within the secret realm.

"These are the spirit seals for this martial arts competition. The top three holders with the most seals can choose a reward from the City Lord's Treasury. Furthermore, no one is allowed to cause trouble after the competition; I hope you won't keep me waiting too long."

"Hehehe~ That's right, everyone, feel free to make your move~"

After the two voices fell, the entire secret realm fell into an eerie state. The cultivators who had initially intended to cooperate temporarily now saw wariness in each other's eyes.

[The City Lord's Treasury...]

Although it wasn't a Nascent Soul cultivator's collection, how bad could the treasure vault of a prefecture-level city be? For these Qi Refining cultivators, if they were lucky enough, it would be nothing short of a destiny-defying stroke of luck!

[Very well! It seems to be the old witch's suggestion again, since the city lord doesn't seem to care about this.]

Although I don't know what her purpose is, this is a huge boon for you.

You held the jade piece, no bigger than a fingernail, in your hand, your heart burning with desire.

This is not only an opportunity concerning the city lord's treasury, but also a decree to kill someone. With a Nascent Soul True Monarch speaking, who dares to seek revenge later?

You had planned to avoid the limelight and wait for the right opportunity, but now... you seem to see a mountain of storage bags beckoning to you.

[Your consciousness scanned the Foundation Establishment Pills within the system space. They were sent by Feng Qianyue three days ago; their quality is excellent, likely crafted by a high-level alchemist.]

By now, you're starting to look down on the Foundation Establishment Pill that was a reward from the martial arts competition, since Bai Shouzhuo mentioned that the quality of the reward pills was mediocre.

[Your current wealth of tens of thousands of spirit stones may seem substantial, but once you reach the Foundation Establishment stage, you'll immediately find yourself in dire straits.]

Why not take advantage of this opportunity to make a killing?

Having made up your mind, you no longer hesitated. You glanced at the big, dumbfounded guy still standing there, wondering whether you should just kill him.

[But considering the enormous light screen above the plaza, you decided to give up. At least for now, you are still Madam Bai. It wouldn't be easy to explain yourself after you inexplicably killed the son of Bai Shouzhuo's friend.]

Moreover, the opponent is also at the peak of Qi Refining, and their strength is not weak; at least they provide multiple targets to draw fire.

"Keep up."

With this in mind, you strode towards the center of the secret realm.

"Huh? Oh..."

Cao Qing was taken aback by your sudden burst of fierce aura and subconsciously took a step back. But seeing your slender back, his steps followed uncontrollably.

【...】

[On the edge of the desolate, miasma-filled forest, in a sunken basin shrouded in poisonous mist.]

【"boom--!"】

A deafening roar tore through the thick, poisonous miasma, and flames shot skyward in an instant.

As if receiving a command, countless streams of light and magical artifacts rose above the basin, clashing and attacking each other in a lively display.

You and Cao Qing stand on the edge of a precipice, looking down at the battlefield below.

Of course, it wasn't just you guys; such a commotion naturally attracted the attention of many.

"So it really is a Ghostly Blossom in Miasma?"

A soft, troubled sigh drifted from nearby.

Upon hearing this, your eyes flickered slightly, and you followed the person's gaze to the center of the basin.

A strange, jet-black flower stood silently within, a small pool of emerald-green liquid gathering at its center, emitting a faint, ethereal glow.

"Greetings, fellow Daoist."

Your eyes curved slightly, a bright smile playing on them, as you curtsied to the cultivator who had spoken.

Upon hearing the voice, the person turned around impatiently, but when their gaze fell upon you, a gentle smile immediately appeared on their face, their demeanor as humble as a spring breeze.

"Fairy, is there anything I can help you with?"

You blinked, a hopeful look on your face.

"I wonder what you mean by the 'Youtan Miasma Dew' that you mentioned earlier?"

【"Cough~"】

He ignored Cao Qing's unfriendly gaze, gave a perfunctory cough, and slightly fluttered his sleeves.

"You've come to the right person, fairy. I happen to know the function of this item."

Before the words were even finished, the person's figure swept through the air like a willow catkin, suddenly landing about three steps away from you.

A flicker of surprise crossed your eyes; this person's agility was impressive.

You slightly turned your gaze away, as if shyly avoiding the other person's direct eye contact, before speaking softly.

"Then...brother, can you tell them?"

【"certainly."】

He smiled gently, his tone was mild, and he did not do anything impolite after coming to a stop.

"The Miasma of the Night-Blooming Jade Flower is formed from poisonous miasma that has been eroded by the Night-Blooming Jade Flower for at least a hundred years. It can rapidly heal injuries, and if consumed in large quantities, it can even make one immune to all poisons."

Hearing this, you seem somewhat surprised.

[While the effects of this spiritual object are certainly not bad, it's not absolutely necessary, and it's not worth so many people risking their lives for it, is it?]

"My lady, you are unaware of this."

The man seemed to sense the doubt in your eyes and gave a mysterious smile.

"The Ghostly Mist Dew is not exclusive to this secret realm; it can be found anywhere there is poisonous miasma and Ghostly Mist Flowers. However, the Ghostly Mist Dew has a unique characteristic: it grants the user temporary complete immunity to the poisonous miasma of the place where it originated."

"What do you mean by 'temporarily'?"

"Seven days."

"How much should I take?"

"Just one drop is enough."

Gazing at the small pool of dew at the heart of the flower, you fell silent.

[Numerous figures nearby are already beginning to stir, and the battlefield below has reached a fever pitch. Although many cultivators remain, one side is on the verge of collapse.]

This item must never fall into the hands of these people!

In the blink of an eye, the murderous intent within you surged.

"Fellow Daoist, may I not know your esteemed name?"

You slowly turned to the side, a gentle smile in your eyes, your spiritual energy steadily gathering in your palm.

The man didn't answer, but instead subtly took two steps back, increasing the distance between them.

"Please forgive me, fairy, but I am quite sensitive to killing intent."

Noticing the fleeting surprise in your eyes, he smiled and spoke.

"That's interesting."

You dispersed the spiritual energy you had gathered in your hands, abandoning your pretense, and calmly observed him for a moment.

"My name is Lin Qianqian. Would you be interested in collaborating with me?"

"Of course... I'd be more than happy to."

A slight smile played on the man's lips as he straightened his sleeves and bowed respectfully to you.

"My name is Han Xuan."

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