Chapter 1
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Chapter 1: Outsider
At New Year, the atmosphere of the Duxian sect was generally festive.
However, amidst the lively celebrations throughout the mountains, it was inevitable that some minor friction would arise.
On the first day of the New Year, a hundred blessings were given.
On this clear morning, Qing Luan who was sitting by the window regretted it.
"I am such a fool really. I just thought it was a joyful day and was happy in my heart, but I completely forgot that those people are my enemies."
Turning into a bird and letting her enemies ride on her…
Ah.
Is there anything more self-reproaching than this?!
It’s simply making one feel inferior for no reason.
If Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian’s Martial Sisters actually treated her as a bird that anyone can ride, how could she continue to stay at the Qiongming Peak?
She willingly let Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian ride her because she loves her.
She found it difficult to have any good feeling towards Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian’s fellow Martial Sisters.
She hoped that Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian would expel all of those Martial Sisters from the sect, so that she could have Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian all to herself, and the entire sky would become the place for them to help and amuse each other.
Qing Luan, who had a thorn in her heart, went to the bathhouse early in the morning and repeatedly wiped her back with a towel made of magical beast feathers.
However, even after wiping for a long time, she still couldn’t let it go.
Just as she walked out, wrapped in a thin bath towel, she saw her master Elder Xu standing at the door.
"Qing Luan, I am deeply disappointed in your recent behavior!"
Elder Xu’s expression was unusually serious.
Qing Luan’s body suddenly trembled, she lowered her head in shame, and the green feathers on her head fluttered uneasily.
"Master, I was wrong."
She was so obsessed with Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian during these days that she neglected all important matters.
Her cultivation was neglected and left behind.
Even her daily chores were neglected and left behind.
Even though she is considered as a disciple of Yunluo Peak, it is more accurate to say that she is a disciple of the Qiongming Peak, as she spends most of her day wandering at the foot of the Qiongming Peak.
Moreover…
A perceptive person would probably perceive her as a pure and genuine weirdo.
After all, her biggest hobby is collecting things related to Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian every day. In this aspect, even Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian’s staunch supporter, Tong Yao, must yield to her.
Especially since Tong Yao didn’t intend to mess with Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian’s close-fitting clothing every day.
"Qing Luan, oh Qing Luan! How could you be such a degenerate! Have you forgotten that you are still the Lord of Mount Sanwei? As said by the ancients, ‘I examine myself three times a day.’ I can’t continue like this."
With this in mind, Qing Luan secretly resolved–
[From today on, I will cultivate diligently, quickly comprehend the true essence of Qing Luan’s Flames, and finally break through to the path of the Immortal Emperor. Only then can I assist the many demonic beasts of Mount Sanwei and the numerous disciples and elders of the Duxian sect to smoothly overcome great calamities!]
Ambition burns like a blaze, more spectacular than the boundless ocean’s great waves.
Qing Luan’s back gradually straightened.
At this moment, she felt as proud and towering as her "own peaks"!
Elder Xu reached out a satisfied hand to tuck the still damp strands of hair behind Qing Luan’s ear.
"To acknowledge one’s mistake and make amends is virtuous. Since it is so…"
She reached her hand into her collar and after fumbling around for a while, pulled out a small aquamarine bottle.
Qing Luan’s gaze was immediately drawn to it.
The bottle was translucent, seeming to contain a reservoir of starry skies within, evoking a sense of yearning akin to that of divine artifacts.
"Master, what is this?"
Elder Xu smiled slightly, "Medicine!"
Qing Luan nodded her head.
So it’s medicine used for cultivation. Master really considered everything thoughtfully.
Unconsciously, she thought of Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian again. Without Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian’s intervention, she would still be living in the pain of being laughed at under the high expectations of various parties, wouldn’t she?
Or is the current life more worth looking forward to?
Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian, forever divine!
After sighing, Qing Luan reached out her hand and said, "Master, I will make good use of it!"
Elder Xu didn’t immediately hand over the medicine to Qing Luan. She slightly turned her hand away and said, "Don’t be hasty, this secret medicine is not an ordinary product. There are many precautions to be taken when using it. Listen to me carefully as I explain them one by one."
"Secret medicine?"
Qing Luan suddenly paused.
She seemed to have heard a similar name somewhere, what is this medicine used for, again?
Elder Xu interrupted her thoughts and said, "Jade Tiger Silk Well, as the name suggests, this medicine is not meant for a single person’s use. Its optimal effects can only be achieved when used by both parties simultaneously. However, caution must be exercised as this medicine has a yin nature and individuals with an excessive yang qi may experience a regression in their cultivation base if used recklessly."
"What?"
Elder Xu smiled and said, "But you need not worry. Your Qing Luan’s Flames are of the yin attribute and don’t fall under this category. Furthermore, Bai Lian’s innate Water Spiritual Root is as cold as a secluded spring, making it a perfect match for this medicine!"
Qing Luan nodded subconsciously.
But after she finished dotting her head, she felt that something was wrong.
Why did you mention Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian?
Elder Xu stuffed the bottle into Qing Luan’s hand and continued to explain, "This medicine needs two people to use it at the same time to achieve the best effect, so before using it, you need to explain the situation to Bai Lian first."
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"Moreover…"
Suddenly, Qing Luan realized that her hand was being pulled, and then her master leaned in next to her ear.
"Do you remember the books I asked you to read before? Only by…"
Elder Xu gestured two movements slightly.
"The ability takes effect."
"Ah!"
Qing Luan exclaimed in alarm.
She suddenly realized what the medicine was and her ears turned red. In her panic, she almost threw the bottle away.
"Master, isn’t this too fast? I haven’t…"
Elder Xu’s expression became serious as she fixed her gaze on Qing Luan.
"Qing Luan, it seems you still don’t understand!"
"This…"
"What advantages do you think you have compared to Bai Lian’s Martial Sisters?"
This question stumped Qing Luan.
After a while, she shook her head and said, "I don’t know."
Elder Xu said, "It can almost be said that there are no advantages! In such a disadvantageous situation, your thought of slowly maneuvering is the reason for my disappointment."
"…"
Qing Luan’s mouth twitched nervously.
She didn’t fully comprehend, but she was greatly shocked.
It seems that she had a misunderstanding just now.
"You never realized that you have always been an outsider." Elder Xu shook her head and sighed, "You should read more military strategies, but… let it go for today. What you need to do now is to quickly integrate into the inner circle, otherwise, once Bai Lian’s Martial Sister builds the moat, you will never have another chance."
One must see through the reality and learn to make choices.
This battle cannot be won without fighting, but it is also impossible to win.
Qing Luan appeared lost in thought.
Elder Xu patted Qing Luan’s shoulder and said, "Qing Luan, learn to be proactive. You must understand that your future is not a gift from others, but something you must seize for yourself!"
"Master."
Qing Luan looked up, and her eyes radiated bright light.
She saw Elder Xu raise her right hand and form a fist.
"Go for it!"
That was a look of encouragement.
Qing Luan felt a flame rising in her heart.
No, it’s not an illusion.
The Qing Luan’s Flames inside her body erupted with even more dazzling light at that moment.
It’s ignited!
Master, thank you for your guidance.
It turns out that I am not too "abnormal", but rather not "abnormal" enough.
Every day, I reflect on my own shortcomings.
Alright, we’ll continue the charge today, and we must charge straight into the city!
Qing Luan felt her body was filled with strength. She lifted her head with force and raised her hand to lightly touch fists with her master.
"Go for it!"
Qing Luan turned around, tightly holding the small blue bottle in her hand, and walked quickly towards the exit of the bath.
However, she had only taken a few steps when Elder Xu quickly pulled her back.
"What are you going to do?"
Qing Luan raised her head and chest and replied confidently, "I’m going to confront Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian!"
Elder Xu couldn’t help but tap her forehead.
This disciple…
It is really easy to get stuck in a dead end!
If not for this, her Tao Heart would not have been shattered so decisively.
However, it is precisely this characteristic that sets her apart from others.
Elder Xu said, "Do you know what you are wearing on your body?"
Clothing?
Qing Luan lowered her head.
When she saw the faint white squeezing out of the white towel, and her legs still covered with water droplets, her face suddenly turned red.
"I will go change first."
Directly changing clothes in front of the master is somewhat awkward.
But Qing Luan was immediately grabbed again.
"Stop!" Elder Xu shouted, "Today is New Year’s Day and everyone on the Qiongming Peak is staying on the mountain. Do you want everyone to gather and watch you and Bai Lian in your affair by confronting her now?"
As soon as these words came out, Qing Luan wilted like a frost-bitten eggplant.
She doesn’t have such strange hobbies.
"Master, it was my impulsiveness."
Elder Xu said, "You have to target the weak points."
"Yes."
After bowing her head for a moment, Qing Luan suddenly asked, "Master, can I ask you a question?"
Elder Xu replied, "Please, go ahead."
Qing Luan said, "Master, even though you don’t have a partner, how do you know so much about these matters?"
Elder Xu looked up with far-reaching eyes, as if recalling something.
"It was a young girl’s affair that ended before it even began…"
Qing Luan sat down by the bath and listened quietly as Elder Xu recounted the past.
Many years ago, the young girl Xu Tingxue also had someone she liked.
But due to her timid nature, she never spoke up because she was afraid of rejection.
The issue lies here.
The girl she liked didn’t have enough talent, even though she tried very hard, she couldn’t break through the boundaries. Finally, the girl had to bid farewell to Yan Xiyi and go home to inherit the struggling family business.
The girl left in haste, leaving Xu Tingxue with no chance to see her again.
This love could only become a memory, but at that time, it already felt hopeless.
"Judging by the circumstances at that time, she’s most likely no longer in the world."
Elder Xu reached out and touched the back of Qing Luan’s head.
"Don’t repeat my mistake. In this world, most people only have one chance at life. If you choose wrong, there won’t be another opportunity to choose again."
"Hmm."
"Moreover…"
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Elder Xu suddenly turned around and hugged Qing Luan, "I’m sorry, I pushed you too hard in the past."
Qing Luan rested her chin on Elder Xu’s shoulder, gazing blankly at the shimmering water in the pool.
"I can understand the Master’s thoughts."
Talent, it’s really elusive.
…
Bai Lian realized that her concerns were somewhat unnecessary.
She spent the whole night in bed learning "various skills", but she still didn’t receive any further guidance from her master.
"Is it just pure jealousy?"
Bai Lian quickly put this matter out of her mind.
However, she still had to be careful and refer to Yan Yue as "Master Yan Yue" in front of her master and Martial Sisters to avoid unnecessary trouble.
Yan Yue had no objections to this.
"Actually, whether you call me Master Yan Yue or Master privately, I don’t mind. You can even call me Grand Master if you want."
"Huh?"
Bai Lian was a little confused.
You didn’t used to say it like this before!
At that time, I added the words "master" and you were still unhappy.
Yan Yue explained, "On the morning of New Year’s Eve, I saw that when you called Xu Li ‘Your Majesty’, she was particularly excited."
"…"
Bai Lian was disheveled.
Do you also want to experience it combined?
Why are people’s minds so complicated now!
Bai Lian suddenly felt like a pure and obedient baby.
During this period of time, except for occasionally contacting the eldest princess and Si Yunshang, she completely cut off contact with the outside world.
She focused on celebrating the joy of the Chinese New Year with several Martial Sisters.
Although this world lacks computers and game consoles, with the blessing of many strange spells, they can play far more things than the world she was in before.
If they feel the illusion is not realistic enough they can directly create a small world.
Under Bai Lian’s transformation, the Qiongming Peak has become an exquisite, high-end, and upscale amusement park.
She went surfing with Martial Sister in the morning, flew into the sky at noon, and studied archery and jungle combat while holding her in the evening.
Such joyful times continued until the Lantern Festival.
As night descends, millions of lanterns light up.
However, unlike previous years, tonight in the small town below the mountain, it didn’t rain, but snowed instead.
Bai Lian wanted to imitate washing her master’s feet in the pool, but was sternly refused.
"Your Martial Sister and Yan Yue are both present, what kind of decorum is this?"
As a result, Bai Lian ended up spending half an hour playing with her Fairy Wand while crouching at the edge of the pond with her master.
Amid the flickering silver sparks, the Lantern Festival of this year quietly passed by.
As the time quietly arrived on the second day, Bai Lian sighed softly while looking at the white snow all over the mountain.
This year’s Lantern Festival gathered the largest number of people ever, yet she felt like something was missing.
"There should be more people next year, right?"
The following day.
At noon Bai Lian sought out her second Martial Sister who was still in her room cultivating.
"Elder Martial Sister?"
"How have you been these past few days?"
Xiao Jinse immediately understood Bai Lian’s purpose.
She extended her right hand and the flame emblem on her arm lit up. Then, her arm became a dazzling scroll of red and gold, and there was a pale blue flame burning in her palm.
"Better than ever before!"
Bai Lian nodded, "In that case we shouldn’t delay. Let’s leave now."
Xiao Jinse extinguished the flame in her palm and asked in confusion, "Shouldn’t we inform the others?"
Bai Lian shook her head, "There’s no need to bother with that. With my current speed the round trip won’t take much time. If everything goes smoothly we might even be back tonight."
At the latest it’ll be tomorrow morning.
She thought it over.
Sword Washing Pavilion, located in the Yunshan Mountains of Yingzhou, is considered a major sect, but is nothing compared to the current Duxian sect.
As the strongest member of the Duxian sect, she is very confident in herself.
Now is the time for Elder Martial Sister’s fierce attack!
Yes, indeed.
Nodding her head, Xiao Jinse had no more doubts in her mind.
Under Bai Lian’s guidance, the two of them disappeared into the void and flew towards the teleportation array that spanned across continents.
They proceeded smoothly along the way.
Until the moment she entered the teleportation array, Bai Lian had not encountered any trouble.
Yingzhou consists of several giant islands located in the boundless sea.
Its area is extremely large, but it is only called the three islands of Yingzhou because of the existence of the larger East Divine Land next to it.
Mount Yun is located on the western side of Yingzhou Island and is the most famous mountain range on the island.
This is because Mount Yun has a beautiful landscape which showcases the extraordinary workmanship of nature, and is a gathering place for numerous sects that are closely interconnected and allied with one another.
In the game, her Second Martial Sister had already reached the later stage of the Soul Changing Stage when she headed towards the ten-year appointment.
With the great sword made of flame essence and tens of thousands of fire seals engraved in her body she could have easily won the competition.
However, Sword Washing Pavilion acted without martial ethics, not only sending their own elders, but also enlisting outside help from other sects, which put her Second Martial Sister in a perilous situation.
But the protagonist is still the protagonist.
Anything that doesn’t kill her will only make her stronger!
On that day.
Pointing to the sky with the Blowing Snow Sword, and under the blessing of the pure white flames of the Holy Fire, the Second Martial Sister overturned all the sects of Yingzhou’s Mount Yun alone, like a goddess descending from the heavens.
She entered Mount Yun as a failure, but left donning a white flame veil.
The momentary radiance shook the entire Duxian sect, and henceforth the title of Holy Spirit Goddess was born.
"This isn’t a game, after all."
Bai Lian shook her head.
The power of the Duxian sect far surpasses that of the game, and Sword Washing Pavilion is afraid of causing themselves trouble.
The second Martial Sister fears will never have the title of Holy Spirit Goddess.
Bai Lian looked at the Second Martial Sister with sparkling eyes, "You know the significance of this competition best in your heart, don’t be proud, don’t be careless, and don’t put too much pressure on yourself."
"I understand."
Xiao Jinse nodded vigorously.
The ten-year agreement has only reached its halfway mark.
When she left Castle Peak city she never imagined that she could actually make it here.
It all feels like a dream.
True, yet not entirely real.
She still remembered what she said to Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian in Hening City.
Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian, even though I am far inferior to the fourth Martial Sister now, I also want to prove to you that this sword of mine has infinite possibilities!
Perhaps it lacks sharpness, but that weight, that feeling of fulfillment, will surely catch your attention!
After a long journey the white light in front of their eyes finally dissipated.
Bai Lian led Xiao Jinse out of the Teleportation Magic Array.
They headed east all the way and after two quarters of an hour of ups and downs they finally arrived at Yingzhou.
"What’s going on here?"
At this moment.
Xiao Jinse, who was floating in mid-air, was completely bewildered.
The idyllic Yingzhou she had imagined had now presented itself before her as a black abyss.
The mountains are no longer verdant, shrouded in black mist.
The sea is no longer calm, rippled by black light.
This place is nothing short of hell!
Bai Lian was also stunned.
"What the hell??"
A plot like this has never appeared in the game before.
In the game, Yingzhou has always been an "outsider", without even the qualification to be a deputy, except for appearing briefly in the middle-stage plot of the second Martial Sister.
Suddenly, a new option popped up before her eyes.
[Task 1: Keep moving forward and explore the Void Domain (Hard Skill+14)]
[Task 2: Turn and leave, come back another time (Light Skill+2)]
The Void Domain, this name…
Bai Lian was plunged into hesitation.
