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

[The moment you open your eyes after the illusion shatters, you see a magnified handsome face.]

[Han Xuan?]

[Your gaze shifts downwards; he's holding you tightly in his arms. At 1.65 meters tall, you appear remarkably petite. Your pale face makes your features appear even more aloof, yet also reveals a rare vulnerability.]

You glanced around at your surroundings; several people lay unconscious, sprawled haphazardly in the woods.

The thick fog that had blotted out the sky had dissipated sometime earlier, and sunlight filtered through the branches and leaves, casting warm, realistic dappled patterns.

The dense fog outside this valley is not naturally formed, but rather a deeply hidden protective array.

[Your sword heart and Dao seed were suppressed the moment you entered the great formation; otherwise, why would you need to resort to such an evil method as swearing an oath to break free?]

[Thinking of the almost suffocating feeling of disgust within the illusion, and comparing it to your current ability to control and manipulate your emotions at will, you couldn't help but secretly marvel.]

[What a powerful formation! Those with higher cultivation levels will likely be more severely affected.]

This is most likely a passive effect of the formation. If it were to launch an attack...

【What a fine sect of the Hehuan Sect!】

The world of cultivation is truly fraught with danger; a single misstep can lead to an unforeseen and irreversible descent into annihilation.

"Are you alright?"

Han Xuan's concerned voice came from above.

You looked up and met his gaze; his long, narrow eyes held a tender affection that seemed to look even at a dog.

"I'm so tired."

You pouted and snuggled closer to him, indicating you didn't want to move.

This completely dependent, girlish demeanor made Han Xuan's lips involuntarily curl into a slight smile.

He paused for a moment, then gently helped you to your feet, before slowly crouching down in front of you.

Watching Han Xuan carefully lift you up on his back and quickly hold down your fluttering skirt, you muttered to yourself:

[You're quite good at it.]

She then comfortably climbed onto his back.

"I'm not saying anything more, my good brother. Once I reach Foundation Establishment and get the cultivation technique, I'll treat you to something good."

The road ahead was no longer dangerous, but for mortals who had not yet embarked on the path of cultivation, this rugged and long mountain path was yet another physical test.

For cultivators who have already embarked on their cultivation journey, they have likely already paid an even more severe price within the illusion.

Three days later.

When you see that crimson, glassy giant lotus hanging high above the sea of ​​clouds again, your state of mind will be completely different.

The fear and confusion of the past have long since vanished, leaving only a calm as clear as a mirror.

We'll crush it under our feet sooner or later!

You slowly withdrew your gaze; the magnificent scenery above the celestial palace would be appreciated in detail later.

What we need to face right now is a bloody quagmire, teeming with menace.

This place doesn't resemble a place for cultivating immortality; it's clearly a disaster relief camp.

Clusters of low, dilapidated stone houses were crammed into the muddy ground, the air thick with an indescribable stench.

"This is the first level of the servants' quarters, the Prison of Debauchery."

A hunched, bald old man hovered in mid-air, his eyelids half-drooping, lazily glancing at you new disciples.

"The entire servants' quarters are divided into three levels, with the Drunken Love Abode and the Qixia Garden located above."

Just then, several disciples dressed in gray robes, their expressions numb, dragged two naked corpses hurriedly away along a side path, leaving long, dark trails of blood on the muddy ground.

"S-Senpai, how do we get out of here?"

From the crowd, someone spoke, their voice trembling.

"Hehe, there are two ways. The first is to get one hundred merit points."

The bald old man suddenly grinned, revealing a mouthful of uneven, yellow teeth. Before anyone could ask further questions, he continued speaking to himself:

"The second method... is to cultivate the secret technique—the Jade Cauldron Nourishing Essence Chapter."

"I don't have time to be your teacher. If you don't understand, go and ask around. The more people die, the more you'll understand."

Seeing that others still wanted to ask questions, the old man impatiently waved his hand.

"You may choose any of these stone houses to stay in."

Having said that, he transformed into a streak of light and flew upwards, leaving behind a group of bewildered new disciples, unsure of what to do next.

Of the team of over a thousand, only about four hundred made it through the fog, a failure rate of over 50%!

Those mortals who did not cultivate were assigned to another area, so only about a hundred remained in this place.

"Everyone!"

At this moment, a tall, upright young man slowly walked out, followed by several men and women with considerable presence.

"My name is Yang Feng, and I am at the ninth level of Qi Refining."

As the words fell, the noisy crowd gradually quieted down.

The young man smiled with satisfaction before continuing:

"We're all new here, and given the sect's current rules, we're bound to be bullied in the future."

"What are you going to do?"

Another group of equally powerful cultivators arrived at the center of the crowd.

Seeing this, the young man shook his head slightly and said sincerely:

"It's not that Yang wants anything, but if we don't unite, we'll inevitably become fish on the chopping block, at the mercy of others."

"You want to be the boss?"

A sneer suddenly rang out from the crowd, filled with undisguised mockery.

Who among us isn't a rogue cultivator who crawled out of mountains of corpses and seas of blood?

Everyone was well aware of the young man's ulterior motives. However, due to his strength, no one spoke up immediately.

But the world is never short of those who dare to stand out.

[On the outskirts of the crowd, you leaned lazily on Han Xuan's shoulder, your fingers playing with a strand of his hair, looking completely indifferent.]

"My Lady Fairy."

Just then, a familiar figure crept up in front of you.

"Li Youcai? You're still alive?"

A flicker of surprise crossed your eyes. Given this kid's greedy, lustful, and cowardly nature, how could he have escaped the illusion?

This person is worth re-evaluating.

"Hehe, what you said is true, Fairy."

Li Youcai patted his chest and said proudly:

"Don't underestimate my obsession with the fairy of the Hehuan Sect!"

[...Take back what you said above. This person and that Yan Laosan are practically brothers.]

"What do you want from me?"

"My Lady, with your talent, you certainly wouldn't want to cultivate the Jade Cauldron Nourishing Essence Technique, and a hundred merit points aren't so easy to accumulate."

Li Youcai rubbed his hands together, a fawning smile plastered on his face.

Upon hearing this, you nodded slightly.

[The Jade Cauldron Nourishing Essence Chapter, simply put, is about refining oneself into a furnace for higher-level cultivators to absorb nourishment in exchange for their protection.]

Seeing you nod, Li Youcai quickly continued:

"Then why don't you establish your own faction? With your combined strength, people will naturally come to you with rewards."

"You want me to be your thug?"

Your gaze turned cold, and you stared at him with hostility.

"No, no, no!"

Li Youcai hurriedly waved his hand, cold sweat beading on his forehead, and blurted out:

"I want to be your dog!"

【"very good."】

You smiled slightly, nodded in satisfaction, and looked past the crowd to the young man who was still talking animatedly.

[The prying eyes that have been cast upon you along the way have certainly been very unpleasant, and it's definitely time to establish your authority.]

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