The male supporting character was actually myself.

The two descended through winding tunnels, and when they looked up, they could only see a tiny patch of light.

Jiang Chen had clearly found the right place, but he wasn't sure if he could meet the Butterfly Fairy as smoothly as the protagonist.

"We've searched and found no other way out. Zi Ling has clearly been captured and trapped in the barrier." He frowned slightly and said, "We don't know who set up the barrier, but if we want to rescue Zi Ling, we might have to force our way through!"

After waiting for a while with no sign of it opening, in order to rescue the innocent and kind butterfly fairy from being harmed by Qin Xiuer, he had no choice but to try to force his way in.

In the original story, the Butterfly Fairy is not an unreasonable person. Anyway, Zi Ling has already entered, so even if she breaks the barrier, it shouldn't matter.

The most important thing is to see her.

After all, the script only described how the protagonist subdued the butterfly fairy, but did not mention why she stayed in the deep pool.

To save someone, you must understand the situation and treat the symptoms accordingly.

"boom!"

Jiang Chen's flying sword struck the barrier, causing a tremor that stirred up the pool water.

“Fairy, it must be those two masters who have come looking for us.” Zi Ling, who was in the cave, pleaded anxiously, “I shouldn’t have disturbed your meditation, but the current was too strong and sudden, and I didn’t have time to react.”

"Please, fairy, let us out. We will leave this place immediately."

Chapter Eighteen: The Peony Flower Fairy - Jin Qiao

"Never mind." The butterfly fairy, with her face veiled by a light veil, wearing a colorful dress, and with floral designs on her forehead, had gentle and warm features, but her voice was lively and melodious. "It's amazing that we could meet in such a secluded deep mountain forest in the four seas and eight wastelands."

"If you are destined to come in, please do."

With a wave of her left hand, countless colorful butterflies flew out from her sleeve, landing and transforming into two charming girls dressed in colorful clothes. With movements as light as butterflies, they fluttered forward and opened the barrier, inviting the two people standing outside who were trying to force their way in.

"I suppose the ones fighting off the Illusionary Butterflies in the valley are your companions too." The Butterfly Fairy instructed, "Red Pearl, Jade Belt, go and appease those little ones, and while you're at it, invite the two from the valley over as well."

Bai Yu turned around and glanced at his junior brother in surprise.

She originally thought this was probably a cave dwelling left behind by some ascended senior;

Or perhaps a powerful demon is hiding here, and is thinking that a battle is inevitable in order to rescue Zi Ling.

Unexpectedly, it turned out to be an extremely spacious cave, and there was also a fairy of unparalleled beauty.

"I was unaware that you were cultivating here in seclusion. Please forgive my intrusion."

Jiang Chen bowed first to apologize, and then said, "We are disciples of the Qingfeng Sect, and we are taking the water ghost Zi Ling to Thousand Ice Island to find an evil cultivator who killed her."

I was just passing by and wanted to see the spectacular sight of butterflies filling the valley, but I didn't expect to disturb you, senior.

Upon hearing the name of the Qingfeng Sect, the Butterfly Fairy's face lit up with surprise. "Please come in quickly."

Fellow Daoists Langyue and Qingfeng once roamed the world, saving many lesser demons of my clan. I have been out of the public eye for many years; have they ascended to the upper realms?

Upon hearing the other party address their master in this way, Bai Yu and Jiang Chen respectfully bowed and replied, "Qingfeng Jun is indeed my personal master. He and Uncle Langyue have long since achieved the position of Supreme God, but they have not ascended to heaven because they vowed to protect all living beings under heaven."

"As expected, you two fellow Daoists have remained true to your original aspirations."

The Butterfly Fairy beckoned them into the inner room, personally brewing fragrant tea to entertain the younger generation, and casually chatting about worldly affairs outside the valley.

Jiang Chen finally understood why the main characters were able to enter so easily after Lu'er accidentally wandered in.

So there's a sect favorability bonus!

After Chi Ling and the cat girl were brought in, Butterfly Fairy was slightly taken aback, then stood up and bowed to Chi Ling, "Butterfly greets Senior."

After breaking the seal and escaping, Chi Ling regained some face for the first time. She nodded slightly and asked in return, "You little butterfly demon, why haven't you ascended yet?"

The cultivation world is not what it used to be; the laws of Heaven have changed, making it unsuitable for high gods to linger for long periods.

Which of the elders from the various sects who remained didn't burn their own lifespan to stay here?

"You have no worries or burdens, so what are you doing here?"

The butterfly fairy lowered her head and replied respectfully, "I should have ascended to the upper realm a thousand years ago, but a close friend of mine was seriously injured, and I couldn't bear to leave her behind, so I've stayed here to watch over her."

"Oh? There are other lesser demons here?" Chi Ling sniffed and asked curiously, "Where are they? Take me to see them."

Jiang Chen, mingling with several beautiful women of varying shapes and sizes, passed through the barrier in the cave and arrived at a more secluded valley.

A peony tree, over three meters tall, with large, beautiful blossoms, grows here. Its faint fragrance sways in the wind, and even though it's just a tree, it exudes a captivating and enchanting charm.

The little cat girl, who had just learned telepathy from Chi Ling, whispered to her host, "It's the peony flower fairy mentioned in the script! The protagonist first took in the butterfly fairy and took her along to build his harem all the way to Thousand Ice Island."

Later, after he boasted and humiliated himself to become the Heavenly Emperor, he finally came to subdue the peony flower fairy who had recovered.

He nodded almost imperceptibly.

The original plot did mention it briefly, but the peony flower fairy was only mentioned briefly because the protagonist's harem consisted of various deities.

"Jin Qiao was poisoned with a Gu poison while eliminating evil cultivators, which caused her to be able to revert to her original form. Even though her strength has been restored, she is no longer able to transform into human form and ascend."

The butterfly fairy stroked the delicate flowers and pointed to a strangely shaped plant not far away, explaining, "That is the Moon Orchid Snake Tree. It is a snake for three hundred years and a tree for three hundred years."

It takes root here and every six hundred years it will grow a dozen or so fruits—Moon Orchid Honey, which happens to be able to cure the Gu poison in Jin Qiao.

So I moved her here, sealed off the entire valley, and waited for Jinqiao to one day regain her human form so we could ascend to the upper realm together.”

Chi Ling frowned slightly, "The Gu poison is indeed a lifeline against the Peony Demon."

There are just too few Moon Orchid Honey; it took so long to get so many.

"Wouldn't it be faster for you to go to the cultivation world and find other people's stock than to wait for this one?"

The Butterfly Fairy shook her head and explained, "I have searched for it, but Moon Orchid Honey is a rare and hard-to-find item, and many people who have it in stock are unwilling to sell it."

If it weren't for a truly unavoidable situation, I wouldn't want her to wait here in vain.

The peony gently shook its head, lightly brushing its petals against its friend's dress, urging her to leave and not waste her time.

"This batch of Moon Orchid Honey will be ripe soon. Maybe it will help you recover after you take it," the Butterfly Fairy comforted, gently stroking the flower. "We've spent so many long years of cultivation together, what's a little more time?"

Bai Yu, the kitten girl, and Zi Ling curiously gathered around to visit the legendary Moon Orchid Snake Tree, which is said to be both an animal and a plant.

As they were talking, they heard three women exclaim in surprise, "It moved! It moved!"

"Ah! Help! There's a snake!"

"She really came back to life..."

Upon hearing this, the Butterfly Fairy flew forward and quickly plucked fifteen or sixteen light blue balls, each the size of a lychee, from the half-snake, half-tree creature that was wriggling and trying to escape the tree roots.

Then, amidst gasps of surprise, the strangely shaped plant transformed into a snake and fled, leaving behind a tree root standing in place.

"When it's time to become a tree, it will come back and take root to continue growing." The butterfly fairy held a dozen or so honey balls in her hands, regarding them as precious treasures.

Jiang Chen gave the kitten a look.

She immediately understood and stepped forward, blinking her big, deep blue eyes cutely, and said, "Fairy, can I see what Yue Lan Mi looks like?"

"Why are you so curious about everything, you little cat demon?" After checking on the peony demon's condition, Chi Ling pouted and ordered the butterfly fairy, "Give her one to play with."

Jinqiao is too deeply poisoned; having one more or one less won't make much difference to her.

To completely remove the poison from it using Moon Orchid Honey, you'll need to wait for at least two more harvests.

Upon hearing this, the Butterfly Fairy sighed slightly, picked up one, and handed it to the cat girl. "In that case, one more won't make a difference. Take it, but remember not to let other cultivators see it, otherwise, some evil cultivator might try to kill you and steal the treasure."

"Eat it, eat it! What would anyone do with it?" Chi Ling urged her to swallow it in one gulp.

After thanking her, the kitten girl skipped and hopped away towards the side of the valley with the honey pill in her hand. The other beauties were all gathered around the peony tree, and no one noticed her actions.

A moment later, the butterfly fairy crushed the remaining moonflower honey and sprinkled it on the peony tree.

The dappled light, accompanied by a rich floral and honey scent, was quickly absorbed by Jinqiao.

Chapter Nineteen: Stealing the Nightmare Beast Egg

"Don't worry, let's wait a little longer," the butterfly fairy comforted, stroking the flower.

Jiang Chen stepped forward and took out a bag of Moon Orchid Honey from his spatial storage, handing it over. "Senior, this is Moon Orchid Honey that I found in the ruins of the blessed land in the Sea of ​​Separation and Hatred a few years ago."

Since the senior needs it, please take it and use it first.

All the beauties: (￣□￣；)

What kind of blessed land is this?

Wow, so many results!

"Did you uproot the ancestor of the Moon Orchid Snake Tree?" Chi Ling complained. "This bag must contain at least forty or fifty of them. I didn't realize you had such a rich collection!"

The Butterfly Fairy took a deep breath, took the bag, and carefully counted the contents. "Thank you for your generous help, young friend. We will make sure you don't suffer any loss."

They couldn't wait to crush the honey pills, and used forty-one of them. The peony tree leaves and flowers shook and some black insect-like powder fell off, which was all burned by the prepared butterfly fairy with a spell.

Immediately, the entire tree was rejuvenated, with not only more vibrant flowers but also leaves turning a fresh green.

"Splash!"

The peony tree swayed a few times and then closed up, transforming into a woman dressed in a pink dress with a delicate face and a beautiful appearance. She bowed to Jiang Chen, Chi Ling, and the Butterfly Fairy, saying, "Thank you all for your great help. I was able to survive until now and remove the poison to restore my human form."

Since I used your Moon Orchid Honey, I should be the one to compensate you and express my gratitude.

Jin Qiao removed a storage bracelet from her fair and plump wrist. "This contains my collection of many years, which should be of some benefit to you, young friend. Thank you again for your timely help. I can finally ascend to the upper realm with my good friend without taking up too much of her time."

"I also have a gift to thank you for, please accept it, young friend Chen." The Butterfly Fairy presented a butterfly-shaped jade pendant, then pondered and said, "I am the one who led the Illusionary Spirit Butterfly outside the valley to this place."

After all, that's her nature; she can only use illusions to protect herself, and she doesn't really want to harm others.

But staying outside might disturb others.

Since I was going to ascend to heaven and leave this world with my friends, I entrusted Huanling to my friends Chen and Bai.

She is gentle and harmless, and can even take care of some trivial matters for you.

Once she reaches the Nascent Soul stage, she will be able to protect herself without needing to use illusions. At that time, it will be up to you, my friends, to decide whether to stay or leave.

After speaking, the Butterfly Fairy waved her hand, and Red Pearl and Jade Belt led over a girl dressed in a pure white dress with butterfly-tail hair and holding a white round fan.

After inquiring about the wishes of both parties, Huanling was taken in by Baiyu and taught cultivation.

The two celestial maidens, who had already attained the status of high gods, opened the barrier and array set up in the hidden valley, bid them farewell, and then soared up to ascend to the upper realm.

"Ha!" The catgirl yawned and stretched, exclaiming, "I've done another good deed, and I feel so good!"

Chi Ling transformed back into a little fox and twitched her lips. "You didn't put in any effort, and you even got a Moon Orchid Honey to eat."