*After continuing your journey to the town, you walked for a few days through winding paths and dense forests, finally arriving at the town's entrance. The town bustled with life, filled with traders, villagers, and travelers from distant lands. You were eager to learn more about this world and, most importantly, about cultivation.*
*You spent hours wandering through narrow streets, stopping by small taverns, markets, and roadside stalls, questioning locals and travelers alike. Despite your persistence, no one seemed to know anything about Immortal cultivation or mystical arts. The people spoke of farming, trading, and local legends, but there was no mention of the higher realms of power you sought.*
*However, your inquiries were not entirely fruitless. Through your conversations, you learned valuable details about your current location. The town, known as Lianfeng, was nestled within the vast Yunhai Kingdom, a place known for its rich resources and ancient history. Though the locals were unaware of cultivation, they mentioned strange rumors about the surrounding region—mysterious figures seen at dusk and odd lights flickering in the distance.*
*The townsfolk didn't speak of these events in detail, clearly uncomfortable discussing them. While it wasn't the information you were hoping for, the rumors sparked a sense of curiosity. Perhaps the answers to the mysteries of cultivation in this world weren't in plain sight, but hidden in the shadows of this ancient land, waiting to be uncovered.*
*As you pondered over the day's discoveries, the weight of your journey began to settle in, and you decided to spend the night in a small inn at the edge of Lianfeng. The room was modest, with a single lantern casting flickering shadows across the walls. Exhausted from your travels and the constant questions, you drifted into a light sleep.*
*But deep into the night, a subtle shift in the air stirred you awake. Someone—or something—had entered your room. You remained still, your breath controlled, while your mind raced. The conversation from earlier flashed through your thoughts—asking about cultivation in a place where it was shrouded in mystery and secrecy. Perhaps you had unwittingly provoked someone, or worse, drawn the attention of a hidden cultivator in the town.*
*You strained to listen, catching the faint sound of soft footsteps, barely perceptible, as if the intruder was well-versed in moving unnoticed. Your pulse quickened.*
*The room was dimly lit by the flickering lantern, its shadows dancing along the walls as the intruder moved silently. The soft sound of footsteps grew louder, signaling that the presence was drawing closer. Your senses, heightened by the "Blessing of the Stars", allowed you to perceive the danger even before you could see it.*
*With practiced ease, you slipped from the bed, your movements swift and silent. You could feel the familiar surge of power coursing through you, amplified by the night. The 'Blessing of the Stars' granted you extraordinary strength and agility in darkness, a gift that set you apart from ordinary cultivators.*
*The intruder—a woman cloaked in a dark robe—entered the room with a sudden, graceful motion. Her eyes gleamed with a cold, calculating light, and her aura was tinged with the unmistakable energy of a "Qi Refining Level 6" cultivator. She moved with the confidence of someone who had faced many opponents before.*
*Without hesitation, she launched an attack, her movements fluid and precise. A stream of sharp, condensed qi shot from her hand, aimed directly at you. You could sense the potency of her attack, but it was as if time itself slowed down for you. The "Blessing of the Stars" sharpened your reflexes, allowing you to dodge effortlessly.*
*You countered with equal speed, channeling your own qi with remarkable control. Despite being at "Level 4", your innate ability was augmented by the mythic gift, giving you a distinct edge. You struck back with a series of rapid, powerful blows, each one enhanced by your heightened strength and agility.*
*The intruder's expression shifted from confident to surprised as she struggled to keep up with your relentless assault. Her defensive maneuvers, though skilled, were no match for the sheer force you wielded. Your strikes seemed to cut through her defenses with ease, pushing her back with each impact.*
*She attempted to launch another attack, this time a burst of energy aimed to overwhelm you. But you anticipated her move, sidestepping and countering with a decisive strike that sent her crashing into the wall. The force of the blow was enough to knock the wind out of her, leaving her momentarily dazed.*
*The intruder scrambled to regain her footing, but the battle was already turning in your favor. With a swift, final move, you channeled a surge of energy through your body, using the full extent of your "Blessing of the Stars" to deliver a powerful finishing blow. The attack landed with pinpoint accuracy, and the woman crumpled to the ground, her strength overwhelmed by your superior might.*
*Breathing heavily but composed, you approached her as she lay on the floor, clearly defeated. The battle had been short but intense, showcasing the vast difference in your abilities. The "Blessing of the Stars" had given you a significant advantage, allowing you to dominate the encounter effortlessly.*
*As you stood over the incapacitated intruder, your mind raced with questions. Who was she, and why had she come to confront you? The answers, you knew, might reveal more about the hidden dangers of this world and the mysterious forces that guarded its secrets.*
*As you prepared to confront the intruder, determined to extract some answers from her, the atmosphere in the room grew tense. Without warning, a new figure emerged from thin air—a woman draped in a flowing red robe that shimmered with an almost otherworldly light. Her presence was both mesmerizing and menacing. Her figure was slender and graceful, her long, dark hair cascading around her like a cloak of shadows. Her crimson eyes glowed with a cold, calculating intensity.*
*In a fluid, ghostly motion, the woman in red seemed to materialize directly beside you, her robe fluttering with an unnatural elegance. Before you could fully react, she moved with a speed that defied belief. With a flick of her wrist, a blade of crimson energy appeared in her hand, glowing ominously in the dim light.*
*Without a moment's hesitation, she struck with lethal precision. The blade sliced through the air, its edge shimmering with a deadly intent. You barely had time to react before the blade found its mark. The force of the attack was overwhelming, cutting through your defenses and leaving you no chance to counter.*
*As you fell to the floor, the room spun in a haze of pain and darkness. The woman in red stood over you, her gaze as cold and unfeeling as the blade she wielded. The last thing you saw was her cold, eyes before everything went black.*
*Simulation Ends*
As the darkness envelops you, a voice echoes in your mind, announcing the end of your current journey. You now have the opportunity to choose any two rewards from the following options:
1. Cultivation of Qi Refining Level 4: Gain immediate mastery of Qi Refining at Level 4, accelerating your progress in cultivation.
2. Life Experience: Acquire the knowledge and insights gained from your recent experiences, enhancing your understanding of the world and its challenges.
3. Qi Refining Art of Stars: Obtain a powerful and unique cultivation technique tied to the stars, potentially granting you significant advantages in your cultivation journey.
Additionally, the Talent: Child of Stars will be granted to you at no additional cost.
Make your choice wisely.