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After a day's rest, the second round of the Tianjiao Tournament began.
After Fu Tu's resounding victory in the first match, human morale reached an unprecedented high. A constant stream of spectators flocked to the arena, leaving every seat unfilled.
Gong Qingxue, accompanied by several fellow disciples and friends, also rushed to the Qilin Arena.
On the way, Gong Qingxue's thoughts began to wander.
As the most miserable time traveler in history, she was unloved by her uncle and grandmother. Heaven had given her no special cheats at all. As expected, novels are all lies.
She was an ordinary, ordinary stay-at-home girl. Even elementary school Chinese textbooks made her sleepy, let alone the various secret techniques in the world of immortal cultivation. They were like heavenly books.
The first time she read them, she was completely bewildered and immediately questioned her life, saying, "What? What? What? What is this?"
She knew every single word, but when they were put together, she couldn't make any sense.
After trying a few times, she gave up. Although she didn't learn much, her sleep quality improved significantly.
Gradually, she resigned herself to her fate. Without a system, she was nothing.
However, her life wasn't too miserable. Although she wasn't good at anything, she managed to make a decent living. Her parents in this world loved her dearly, and after traveling through time, she was indeed pretty, so she had many suitors.
But living off her parents wasn't a solution. She had to have a way out.
The best solution she could think of was to get married.
In her previous life, she was a homebody, never leaving the house, and she never had a relationship until her death. So, in this life, she wanted to experience the bitterness of love!
"Gong Xukun from the same clan seems quite good. He's my cousin. He's been pursuing me. He's talented, though not very good-looking and his family background isn't great. He's a potential stock."
"Wu Qian from Wufeng Cliff is also okay. He's not bad-looking and is the young master of Wufeng Cliff. Although his talent isn't great, he's a rich second-generation. The last time I saw him, he kept giving me gifts and showing me his affection. But I heard his character isn't very good."
"How about the Second Elder? He's a bit older, only a few hundred thousand years older than me. He has less hair, a grayer beard, and more wrinkles. He looks older, but he's a good guy. He gets the minimum living allowance."
"I wonder if there are lesbians in this world. I'm okay with making tofu..."
Just as Gong Qingxue was lost in her thoughts, her friend next to her nudged her with her elbow, bringing her back from her wandering thoughts.
"Ouch, what are you doing..."
"Your cousin is looking for you again." Her friend winked at the front.
Gong Qingxue looked ahead and, as expected, saw an unremarkable young man, carrying a longsword, walking towards her.
This was Gong Qingxue's cousin, Gong Xukun, an inspiring young man.
A subtle flicker of disdain flashed across Gong Qingxue's eyes. Anyone who's read online novels knows that those who, having lost their parents since childhood, start out as worthless characters, and then suddenly rise to prominence, are most likely the protagonists.
As the saying goes, staying with the protagonist means you're doomed, while staying away from them will lead to their enemies finding you and putting you in danger.
Anything connected to the protagonist is likely to lead to a life of death.
She didn't want to fall in love with the protagonist, only to be beaten to death and put in a coffin by him, only to be resurrected and released at the end. So, for now, she was being subtle with Gong Xukun, keeping her distance, though occasionally offering him some sweet treats.
Commonly known as raising fish.
"Qingxue, you've come to watch the Tianjiao Battle too! I've snagged a few front-row seats. Let's sit and watch together."
Gong Xukun stood before Gong Qingxue, nodding his head with a smile, his eyes filled with shyness and infatuation.
Gong Xukun had been an orphan since childhood. His parents were both members of the Gong family, but they suffered an accident when he was young and were never seen again. He had originally demonstrated good aptitude, and the Gong family had planned to train him vigorously.
But three years ago, for unknown reasons, he lost all his cultivation overnight, and the Gong family was helpless.
Over time, everyone around him began to mock him, calling him "waste."
Gong Qingxue was the only one who didn't mock him at the time. She even helped Gong Xukun several times, instantly turning Gong Qingxue into a goddess in Gong Xukun's heart. He secretly vowed to become a man worthy of Gong Qingxue, so in the years since his cultivation was restored, he practiced diligently.
At this point, someone might ask, "If Gong Qingxue agrees she's a loser, why isn't anyone mocking her?"
Gong Qingxue's parents are still alive, and she's a high-ranking member of the Gong family. Plus, she's beautiful, which only makes her attract more admiration and pursuit.
Because Gong Qingxue's good looks, but lacking any cultivation, many people think she has a chance.
If she were both talented and beautiful, not only beautiful but also possessing a monstrous cultivation talent, they probably wouldn't even dare to look at her, knowing that a woman of that caliber couldn't possibly belong to them.
Gong Qingxue nodded, and the others moved to the front row near the human camp. Gong Xukun had wanted to sit next to Gong Qingxue, but Gong Qingxue simply pulled her friend over to her.
A flicker of disappointment flashed in Gong Xukun's eyes, and he had to sit in the same row with Gong Qingxue, separated by two or three people.
"Qingxue, look over there!" At this moment, one of Gong Qingxue's friends grabbed the seat next to her and excitedly pointed in a direction.
Gong Qingxue looked in the direction of her friend's finger. On a high platform in the middle of the human camp, a man sat on a soft recliner. A tall, rosy-haired woman sat on his lap, and a young woman in white quietly nestled against his shoulder.
While the two women beside him were beautiful, Gong Qingxue was even more captivated by his appearance.
He wore a white silk robe, his features delicate and handsome. He sat at the table with an uninhibited look, an unidentified drink in hand.
Yan Duo'er, sitting on his lap, waited on him. Her beautiful face was expressionless, but only when she looked at Qin Tian did her eyes betray undisguised love.
"Qingxue, that's the Son of God! He's so handsome! How wonderful it would be if I could be his Taoist partner."
Gong Qingxue rolled her eyes at her friend's infatuated expression and said, "Don't you see how many beautiful women surround him? How can you compare to them?"
"Qingxue, you don't understand. The Son of God is kind-hearted. He helps the weak, fights foreign enemies, and protects his compatriots. Moreover, his family is prominent. The Qin clan is so powerful in the Great Thousand Dao Realm that a single stomp of their foot sends the entire region trembling. Furthermore, the Son of God is incredibly talented. His women are spoiled rotten. Now, many women want to offer themselves to be his wives. Even if they're not his wives, being his bed-warmer is a life of endless wealth and luxury."
Gong Qingxue was stunned. She glanced at Qin Tian on the podium again. Wasn't this the perfect person she'd been searching for?
And Qin Tian was truly handsome, far more handsome than the young handsome boys and boy band members of her previous life.
But...
This characterization is a bit like the hypocritical villains in online novels.
Gong Qingxue stole another glance at Gong Xukun, and he began to hesitate.
Gong Xukun saw the women of the Gong family whispering to each other, some smiling, some shyly glancing toward the platform. This annoyed him, and Gong Qingxue also glanced at him.
This made him feel threatened. What was the poor boy most afraid of pursuing a goddess?
The biggest fear was that a rich, handsome man who was superior to him in every way would appear beside the goddess.
"Hmph, hypocritical! He's just from a better family. I believe everything he has, I can earn with my own hard work. My destiny is in my own hands, and my destiny will triumph over nature!"
Gong Xukun delivered a passionate speech, which made many people look at him with new eyes.
But Gong Qingxue looked at him stupidly. These protagonists just like to make empty promises. How can your ten years of hard study surpass the efforts of generations of others?
By the time you rise, who knows how many rounds of death everyone around you will have endured.
In the end, you'll just say, "Just a few vicissitudes of life."
All those who followed you died in vain, right?
"Don't say that. This Qin Shenzi has some connections to our Gong family," a Gong family disciple said.
"I heard the Shenzi's maiden family also has the surname Gong?"
"Yes, Qin Shenzi's mother was the empress of the Luohen Immortal Dynasty, also known as the Gongshi Dynasty. Our Gong family was once a member of the Gongshi Dynasty and founded its own dynasty. Even so, the Luohen Immortal Dynasty is still our Gong family's main family."
Gong Qingxue raised a brow. If possible, she'd really like to become this distant relative's wife. He was handsome and rich. All she had to do was sleep with him, and she'd have no worries about food and clothing for the rest of her life. That was much better than being an old man.
Perhaps it was the inferiority complex she'd developed in her previous life, but the moment she saw Yan Duo'er beside Qin Tian, she felt a lack of confidence. Yan Duo'er was so beautiful; perhaps even her own family wouldn't have considered her.
Although Gong Qingxue thought Qin Tian was a villain, she didn't care. Instead of following the protagonist, waiting to be beaten to death and put in a coffin, and then waiting for the protagonist's resurrection, it was better to enjoy life in the moment and follow the villain, enjoying the best food and the best drinks. Wouldn't that be comfortable?
She couldn't cultivate herself, and her parents couldn't protect her forever. In this turbulent world of immortal cultivation, there was no guarantee of an accident. So she wanted to take advantage of her youth and good looks to secure a comfortable old age.
She was a homebody after all, and she was happy to have a stable place to stay. On the high platform, Qin Tian embraced Yan Duo'er's slender waist, feeling the soft pressure of her buttocks against his thighs as he drank the milk Yan Duo'er fed him, thoroughly enjoying himself.
"Ding, detected the destined protagonist, Gong Qingxue. Generating information..."
[Name: Gong Qingxue]
[Affiliation: Gong Family]
[Cultivation: Mortal]
[Destiny Value: 50]
[Cheat Code: None]
[Template: Modern Blue Star Traveler]
[Note: Traveling without a cheat code is like being a useless traveler, waiting to die.]
"Ding, detected the destined protagonist, Gong Xukun. Generating information..."
[Name: Gong Xukun]
[Affiliation: Gong Family]
[Cultivation: Stargazing Realm (capable of unleashing the power of the Sun Gathering Realm). [Destiny Points: 100,000]
[Golden Finger: Great Emperor Dao Fruit Tree (Rooted in the Sea of Consciousness, requires the host to water it with spiritual energy. It produces Great Emperor Dao Fruit. Anyone who eats it becomes an emperor, and the host also receives the tree's nourishment, as well as some imperial inheritance within the tree. Current Status: Just sprouted.)]
[Note: I really like Gong Qingxue. She's my goddess, Bai Yueguang. You can target Gong Qingxue to drain her Destiny Points. The system recommends using a new function on her.]
Qin Tian's eyes lit up. These two Destiny Protagonists were quite interesting. This was the first time he'd seen a Destiny Protagonist like Gong Qingxue. She was the last one to travel across time without a Golden Finger, and she was a complete waste.
And then there was Gong Xukun. His Golden Finger was quite good. He was planning to use the [Emperor's Ascension Sutra] to cultivate with the female empresses to achieve the throne. The more female empresses involved, the better.
With this Great Emperor Dao Fruit Tree, given the Qin Clan's strength, it's not impossible to simply water it until it matures. Then, they could make all the women around them emperors and have a hentai party.
It's quite exciting just to think about it.
"System, I don't even know what your new function is."
"Hmph, the host only has women on his mind, not this little system of mine."
"Hey, still angry? I'm growing more and more curious about you."
"Hmph..."
Qin Tian smiled helplessly. The system was now like a wronged young wife.
Qin Tian: "Alright, I only want 80% of the Villain Points I've collected this time. The rest is yours."
"I want 30%."
"Swindler, deal."
Qin Tian didn't have a huge need for Destiny Points right now, so giving the system any wouldn't be a big deal.
"The new feature is that this system allows the host to implant the system into a designated protagonist and become the target of their mission."
"The system can currently be implanted into the [God-Level Selection System]."
After hearing the system's words, Qin Tian's eyes lit up. This new feature actually allowed the host to implant the system into a person and even issue missions themselves.
The system is quite tricky, the master's mission, right?
Qin Tian thought, his gaze darting towards the Gong family and carefully examining Gong Qingxue.
Gong Qingxue was indeed beautiful, but it wasn't to the point of instant love for him.
He was surrounded by so many beauties.
Gong Qingxue, no matter how beautiful she was, couldn't compare to Gong Xiaoyue. Qingxuan and Gu Qinghan were the three most beautiful women.
"There's a fellow time traveler from my hometown who doesn't have a cheat code. Let's take care of her" Qin Tian thought to himself, and then instructed the system to implant the system into Gong Qingxue.
At the same time, an electronic sound echoed in Gong Qingxue's mind. "Ding! Congratulations to the world's most handsome villain, successfully awakening the [God-level Selection System]."
Gong Qingxue was momentarily taken aback by the sudden sound, her mind blank.
It wasn't until she saw the three options that she confirmed she wasn't dreaming.
[Option 1: Run over, sit on Qin Tian's other thigh, and kiss him on the cheek. Completion Reward: 1 Random Spiritual Root.]
[Option 2: Take off your bellyband and give it to Qin Tian. Completion Reward: Qi Training Realm Cultivation.]
[Option 3: Resolutely refuse to associate with villains and become the woman behind the protagonist. Completion Reward: 1 Life-Saving Pill.]
"Wuhu! Take off, ah, take off!"
"Damn it, I finally have a system! God is not lying to me! Everything in the novel is true."
Gong Qingxue cried out in excitement, the corners of her mouth curling up harder than Ak could suppress.
Although she was a homebody, she had traveled through time, and she must have dreamed of conquering the nine heavens and ten earths, just like in the novels she read in her past life. She had previously wanted to marry and play the villain, but she simply didn't have the ability. Now with the system, she could just kick the protagonist away and take on the role of the most handsome villain, rape and kill. Rape once seemed a bit of a waste, so she'd just rape a few more times!
When a person has confidence, their true character is revealed.
That being said, Gong Qingxue's face flushed slightly as she looked at the three options before her, a hint of hesitation flickering in her eyes.
It's true that she had a more developed modern mindset, but she had never had any contact with a man, either in her past life or now.
Now, option one required her to run over and sit on Qin Tian's other lap and kiss him. Even if she was thick-skinned enough to do such a thing, would the red-haired woman beside Qin Tian think she was stealing her man? She wouldn't say whether she would or not, but with so many people around, she simply couldn't bring herself to do it.
After a moment of hesitation, Gong Qingxue abandoned option one. While it would grant her a spiritual root, allowing her to cultivate in the future, she wasn't exactly a diligent person. In her previous life, she'd piled up takeout trash before throwing it away. Forcing her to practice tedious cultivation was worse than death.
She then looked at option two. While equally embarrassing, it was within her acceptable range. It was just a bellyband, and the system didn't require it in front of Qin Tian. She could easily find a place to do it before handing it to Qin Tian.
Besides, option two offered a good reward; it would directly grant her cultivation, saving her the trouble of cultivating herself.
As for option three, she simply ignored it. Only a fool would choose the third option, and the reward for it was nothing more than a lifelong vegetable.
"Qingxue, are you okay? I noticed you were just daydreaming?" Gong Xukun asked, his tone gentle, his eyes almost piercing.
"Oh, it's okay. The game hasn't started yet. I'm going to the restroom," Gong Qingxue said coldly, then stood up and left.
When Gong Qingxue realized she would most likely become a vegetable if she followed Gong Xukun, she lost interest in him and wanted to stay away.
Besides, the target of her system was Qin Tian, which made Gong Xukun even less important to her.
Watching Gong Qingxue leave, Gong Xukun's eyes flashed with determination. "Qingxue, don't worry. I will definitely become stronger and find a way for you to practice cultivation."
Mortals who can't practice cultivation certainly need to eat, drink, defecate, and urinate. Gong Xukun thought it was these things that made Gong Qingxue unhappy.
Gong Qingxue arrived at a remote and deserted place. Feeling uneasy, she bit her lip slightly, a hint of shyness in her eyes.
She gently raised her hands and untied the tight-fitting bellyband, which slipped from her clothes. Without the comfort of the bellyband, the tight clothing fully exposed her plump and firm breasts.
Qingxue's breasts were full and plump, her pink nipples engorged and erect, subtly exuding an alluring scent. The color of her areolas blended with the surrounding skin, like a pink flower.
She stood quietly, her body trembling slightly, the curves of her breasts swaying gently in the wind, outlining an alluring curve and a soft touch.
Her nipples were slightly erect, protruding slightly against her clothes.
Gong Qingxue took a deep breath to calm herself, then clutched the bellyband tightly in her hand and returned to the ring to watch the fight.
Seeing Gong Qingxue return, Gong Xukun was about to stand up to express his concern, but Gong Qingxue seemed to ignore him and walked past him, leaving only a faint, pleasant scent. She timidly walked up to the central platform and stood before Qin Tian. She shyly shoved her still-warm bellyband into his hands. A charming blush crept onto her face, and she bit her lip shyly. Then, she turned and quickly fled. "Ahhh, I'm dying, I'm dying, this is so embarrassing..." Gong Qingxue ran away, feeling so embarrassed she wanted to find a hole to bury her head in. But she stopped after a while. Without the restraint of her bellyband, her large breasts swung freely. Not only was it painful, but her nipples rubbed against her clothes, making it difficult for a second-life virgin to bear it. At the same time, the system's electronic sound echoed in her mind again. "Congratulations, host, for completing option two. Reward: Qi Training Realm."
Then, a surge of spiritual energy emerged from her body, gathering at her Dantian. Gong Qingxue's cultivation instantly ascended from mortal to Qi Training Realm. This feeling of being bathed in spring breeze and filled with power filled Gong Qingxue with joy.
Her heart surged, yet a hint of shyness and excitement lingered.
Her cheeks flushed slightly, and her heartbeat quickened, like a rebellious girl thrilled by having done something bad behind her parents' backs.
Qin Tian watched Gong Qingxue's fleeing back and spread his palm. A light blue bellyband appeared in his palm. He could still feel the residual warmth, proving that Gong Qingxue had just taken it off.
"This selection system is truly ingenious. I'm looking forward to what options will appear next," Qin Tian thought to himself, a smile playing at the corner of his mouth.
Yan Duo'er frowned slightly and said, "Are all girls so bold these days? She actually gave him underwear."
Yan Duo'er knew only too well how brilliant her husband was. He was like a blazing fire, constantly attracting moths to him. Instead of constantly being on guard against other women, it was better to just let go a little. It's better to let go than to block.
In any case, Qin Tian's love for her wouldn't diminish.
"Haha, this girl is quite interesting." Qin Tian rubbed the bellyband in his hand and smiled faintly.
"Big brother, do you really like bellybands? Why don't you give me mine too? I'll take it off for you right now. It's definitely better than this." Yun Ling watched Qin Tian, seemingly captivated by the bellyband, and felt a little tempted to compete for his favor.
Qin Tian rubbed Yun Ling's head with amusement and said, "I don't have that habit. It's better to play with breasts than bellybands."
With that, he casually tossed the bellyband aside.
Gong Xukun naturally saw all of this. He nearly gnashed his back teeth to pieces. He watched Gong Qingxue return, grumbling for a long time, unable to utter a single word. He could only comfort himself mentally.
No, it couldn't be what he thought.
Perhaps the elders in the clan simply had something for her to pass on.
Yes, Gong Qingxue was his goddess. She was so repressive and holy; how could she voluntarily give something to a man?
They say that when people hypnotize themselves for long enough, they become convinced. Gong Xukun was in this situation. After a moment of comfort, he actually felt a lot better.
"Qingxue, you..."
Gong Xukun wanted to ask, but just like she had on her way there, Gong Qingxue brushed past him on her way back, as if he were invisible.
Gong Qingxue returned to her seat, immediately met with the screams and envy of her friends.
"Wow, Qingxue, how could I not have known you were so bold, actually approaching the Son of God!"
"Yeah, I saw you slipped something into the Son of God's hand. Could it be a token of love?"
"I think it's the key to her room, hahaha."
Gong Qingxue blushed again at her friend's teasing. If she hadn't been cramped and had to hold her chest, she'd have wanted to smack these guys on the head. It's the same everywhere, women are such gossips.
Why hold her chest, you ask?
She was braless. If she let go, her unprotected breasts would immediately be outlined by her clothing, and the bulges would be visible too. That would be a real social disaster.
"Ding! Because Gong Qingxue gave the stats a close-fitting bellyband, the destined protagonist, Gong Xukun, has been breached, and he's been awarded 5,000 Villain Points."
Qin Tian received an angry glare, but he didn't care. The Tianjiao Arena Battle was about to begin.
Two people were already standing in the Qilin Dojo, facing each other in silence.
Today, two women were on the ring.
They were Bai Sisi of the Pansi lineage and Hu Lan of the Beast Tamer Sect.
In the ring, Bai Sisi and Hu Lan faced off, the atmosphere tense and charged.
Bai Sisi wore a pure white lace dress, her graceful figure and innocent features highlighting her beauty. But beneath her innocent exterior, her eyes betrayed a hint of coldness. Hu Lan, on the other hand, was dressed in a beast hunter's garb. A tight leather jacket outlined her perfect curves, and her untamed aura made her appear both wild and captivating.
Hu Lan, holding a tiger cub in her arms, smiled and said, "This place is too small. Why don't we move to a larger area?"
Lan Lin, in the stands, glanced at Bai Sisi.
Bai Sisi's lips curled into a mocking smile. She looked at Hu Lan coldly and said, "I don't care. It's just that I'm looking for a bigger burial ground for you."
Lan Lin said nothing. With a snap of his fingers, the Qilin Dojo expanded several times, and the location moved from the ring to a mountain range.
The audience was silent, everyone held their breath, watching this exciting duel.
Hu Lan: "This venue is much more spacious. Come meet my little darlings."
With that, the little tiger in her arms jumped down and transformed into a giant white tiger. Its fur was as bright as the silver moon, gleaming with a cold light.
The white tiger's eyes shone with a domineering aura that looked down upon its foes.
With a loud and resounding tiger roar, countless beams of light shot up from the mountains into the sky.
Within the beams of light were powerful spirit beasts.
Accompanied by awe-inspiring roars, powerful and mysterious spirit beasts appeared one after another from the Qilin Dojo.
Soon after, a phoenix, its feathers as vibrant as a rainbow, soared in, its body ablaze with flames, like a sun.
At the same time, a gigantic turtle slowly emerged.
Carrying its shell as heavy as a mountain, each step seemed incredibly difficult. Exuding the power of age, it seemed to age even a single glance.
Many spirit beasts offered themselves one by one, each emitting a powerful and terrifying aura.
Everyone was startled, both humans and members of the Ancient Imperial Family. Looks of astonishment crossed their faces.
"Yes! The Eternal Age Turtle!"
"How could the Beastmaster Sect possess such a thing?!"
The Ancient Imperial Family's expressions were utterly distraught. Many of Hu Lan's beasts were humanoid, former members of the Ancient Imperial Family, some even possessing ancient bloodlines.
They were all captured by the Beast Taming Sect, tamed and brainwashed using their methods, becoming what they are today.
"Fuck you! I'm so horny!" a young man from the Ancient Imperial Family cried out in despair.
"Second Uncle! Second Uncle, say something!"
"That one is my ancestor..."
The Great Emperor of the Ancient Imperial Family said coldly, "Beast Taming Sect, what a trick."
In the Qilin Dojo, Hu Lan smiled and said, "How are they? Aren't these my treasures adorable? Do you want me to summon some for you?"
Bai Sisi suppressed her surprise and said, "Indeed, they're interesting. Your methods are more powerful than I imagined."
"If you want to play with numbers, I'll play along."
Bai Si clenched her hands, and from her ten fingers, threads like spider silk appeared. Then, with a loud bang, a large number of puppets descended from the sky.
The aura emanating from each of these puppets was that of a Saint, and there were hundreds of them.
"Hahaha, do you want to see if there are any of your relatives or friends here?" Bai Sisi laughed wickedly.
The humans, who had just been gloating, now revealed expressions of anger.
Bai Sisi's puppets were all sages of the human race, unable to rest in peace even after death, having been turned into puppets.
"Your spirit beasts were captured by your elders, right? I'm different. I killed them all myself and made them into puppets. Your spirit beasts are flesh and blood, after all, but my puppets have no weaknesses!"
Bai Sisi waved her hands, and hundreds of puppets rushed towards Hu Lan.
Simultaneously, the spirit beasts around Hu Lan also charged out, and the two sides immediately engaged in a chaotic battle.
Bai Sisi controlled his puppets, forming a tight formation, while Hu Lan controlled the spirit beasts, forming a ferocious torrent of attacks.
Although the puppets were inanimate beings, under the control of the puppeteers, they displayed astonishing agility and combat prowess. Some puppets wielded heavy shields, blocking the spirit beasts' fierce attacks, while others wielded sharp blades, slashing at the beasts' vulnerable parts.
The spirit beasts, not to be outdone, unleashed a variety of powerful magical arts. Some unleashed flames, instantly melting the puppets; others, with their enormous bodies, crushed them to pieces with a single kick.
The entire battlefield instantly descended into chaos, as puppets and spirit beasts intertwined in a fierce melee. The puppet controllers, with their precise control, kept the puppets in formation and launched continuous attacks, while the beast masters, relying on the spirit beasts' immense strength and speed, repeatedly broke through the puppets' defenses.
"Hmph, bloodline activation!" Hu Lan formed a spell with both hands, and suddenly all the spirit beasts glowed with a blood-red light, their speed and strength increasing dramatically.
The Ancient Time Turtle raised its massive paw and stomped fiercely against the ground. Immediately, the mountains collapsed and the earth cracked. The power of time enveloped the Math. Those puppets that survived its tread began to rot one by one under the erosion of time.
Amidst the chaos, Bai Sisi's puppet army was also losing ground.
Bai Sisi naturally wouldn't sit still and wait for death. She bent over and thrust her body forward. With a cracking sound, seven arms suddenly sprouted from her back.
The tattered clothing revealed her fair skin, but the appearance of these eight arms was truly terrifying.
"Puppetry, soul burning!"
Bai Sisi's eight arms shot out puppet-control threads. More puppets joined the battle, and then the threads turned blood red, and the linked puppets all let out shrill screams.
There are two types of puppetry. One utilizes corpses through mechanical manipulation to forge puppets with iron skin and bones.
The second method involves creating a puppet and then trapping a person's soul within it. Puppets created this way are extremely powerful, even capable of using the soul's own magical abilities. However, this method violates the laws of nature, is extremely cruel, and is extremely difficult to create.
Most of Bai Sisi's puppets are of the second type.
The imprisoned within these puppets' ingenious bodies could be the relatives, friends, elders, and ancestors of the human race present.
The puppets' screams sent chills down everyone's spines, sending chills through their bodies.
Some, however, recognized a puppet as someone they knew.
All the puppets roared in pain, then engaged the beasts once again. This time, however, they even employed magical powers.
"This... this is the Sad Wind and Autumn Leaves of my Autumn Blade Sect!"
"My Li family's untold secret, the Nine Heavens Panic Transformation!"
"The male and female swords! They are my long-dead parents!!"
As the magical powers were unleashed, the identities of the puppets were instantly revealed one by one. Feelings of helplessness, anger, sadness, and heartache spread across the human side.
Hu Lan's expression darkened considerably. Amidst the magical powers, she spotted several familiar figures. Her expression was utterly indifferent. "Your methods are indeed powerful. Among the agreed-upon fighting methods, you're the first one capable of challenging me. But I don't want to play along. I'll finish you in one move!"
Hu Lan pointed at Wu Jian, then drew a strand of her blood essence and drew a talisman in front of her.
"Shared life, shared destiny!"
"All beasts fuse, bringing unity to heaven and earth!"
As the blood talisman condensed, all the spirit beasts present emitted a dazzling light, then transformed into streams of light and merged together.
As the heavens and earth shifted, a gigantic, alien beast appeared before everyone's eyes.
A massive, pitch-black body, covered in white fur, walking upright, wings draped on its back, claws sharp as blades. Its presence exuded an irresistible sense of oppression.
"Rest in peace, seniors."
The beast opened its eyes and lashed out with a single claw. A massive claw mark covered nearly the entire sky and earth, destroying nearly two-thirds of Bai Sisi's puppets.
One after another, bound souls broke free.
Relief crossed their faces, and after a fleeting smile, they vanished into the world.
The destruction of so many puppets afflicted Bai Sisi, who also suffered the backlash and spat out a mouthful of blood. She stumbled a few steps, then a flicker of determination flashed in her eyes. With a wave of her eight hands, she commanded all the remaining puppets to charge fearlessly at the beast, clinging to its body with a firm grip.
"Explode!"
Bai Sisi cried out, and all the puppets lit up with a destructive light before exploding with a bang!
The immense destructive force kicked up a mountain of dust, obscuring everyone's view.
"Hu Lan won't lose, will she?"
"The power of these puppets' self-destruction shouldn't be underestimated. I hope Senior Sister Hu Lan isn't in any danger."
In the stands, Yun Ling, her hand covering her mouth, asked worriedly, "Brother Qin, will Sister Hu Lan be okay?"
Qin Tian smiled faintly and said, "There's smoke but no injuries, so she's probably fine."
Qin Tian's eyes narrowed slightly. He was intrigued by Bai Sisi's puppet-making techniques. If possible, he wanted to experiment and see if he could make the Destiny Protagonist into a puppet.
One wonders what interesting things will happen to a puppet imbued with good fortune.
However, compared to Bai Sisi's puppets, Han Xiu's were truly terrifying. They retained everything from their previous lives, just like a living person.
As the disgust slowly faded, it became clear, as Qin Tian had anticipated, that Hu Lan was fine. The alien beast she had fused with had some wounds on its body and blood oozed from its mouth, but overall, it was only slightly injured.
Bai Sisi, on the other hand, had all of her puppets destroyed. She had suffered a severe backlash, her entire body pale and bloodless, and she was extremely weak.
"Damn it! I didn't want to use that move, but you forced me!" Bai Sisi said resentfully.
Her eight hands danced, wrapping all the silk threads around herself. A flicker of hesitation and fear flashed in her eyes.
"Bai Sisi, what are you hesitating about? Be clear about your mission." The Great Emperor of the Ancient Imperial Family, who was watching the battle from outside, observed Bai Sisi's hesitation and spoke coldly.
Bai Sisi was startled, her body trembling, but she clenched her fingers, and all the threads wrapped around her tightly.
"Sacrifice myself and summon the Imperial Puppet!"
"Ah!!!"
Bai Sisi screamed in agony. All the puppet's broken limbs and mechanical parts on the ground flew towards her and sank into her body.
"Ah! It hurts! Stop... Ah... Help... Help!"
Bai Sisi's eyes were filled with fear. From her wailing, one could imagine the agony she was experiencing.
Countless mechanical fragments mercilessly pierced Bai Sisi's body. Under everyone's horrified gaze, Bai Sisi was transformed into a grotesque flesh puppet.
Gears whirled within her flesh, blood flowed through the machinery, and her form twisted into a bizarre, grotesque appearance. The once fair-skinned and beautiful Bai Sisi had now been transformed into a puppet monster.
And yet, a surge of imperial might erupted from this monstrous puppet!
"Fuck, isn't this just cheating!"
"Is this a Great Emperor puppet? Impossible!"
"Referee, they're cheating! I demand their disqualification!"
The spectators were immediately agitated. A Saint Realm battle, and now they're bringing out a Great Emperor puppet—who could possibly defeat them?
Lan Lin frowned, looking towards the Ancient Imperial Clan. "You better explain yourself."
"Hehe, we didn't break any rules. This flesh puppet may possess the power of an Emperor, but its strength is only at the Saint Realm."
"Great Emperors are difficult to kill. Even after death, their bodies can't be manipulated. We simply found a Great Emperor's corpse, cut off its flesh, and incorporated it into each puppet. Now, it's just these pieces of flesh merged together. Bai Sisi's cultivation level reflects the current puppet's."
The Great Emperor of the Ancient Imperial Clan laughed.
This was a clever trick, fusing the fragments of the Great Emperor's flesh into the puppet. While this wouldn't create a puppet of the Great Emperor's caliber, it could greatly enhance the puppet's strength. Furthermore, because these technical components were all imbued with the Great Emperor's flesh and blood, they were essentially indestructible.
It was the same bottle of water, only the glass had been replaced with an iron one, and the amount of water inside hadn't increased.
The price? Just look at Bai Sisi's current state, and there's no need to explain.
"You're truly disgusting." A flicker of disgust flashed in Lan Lin's eyes, but the Taikoo Imperial Clan had indeed not violated the rules.
The rules of the arena prohibited the use of magical weapons and items beyond the user's cultivation level, and this flesh puppet was indeed only at the Saint level.
"Such an evil technique—not even the demons have ever used it. But, despite your best efforts, I won't lose!" Hu Lan's voice rang out from the beast's mouth.
Then a blood-red talisman emerged from the beast's forehead. "Symbiotic Contract!"
A violent aura suddenly erupted from the alien beast. It opened its maw, and a spiritual beam of light blasted out. Wherever the beam struck, space shattered, mountains and rivers vanished, and the earth trembled!
The flesh puppet crouched on the ground in a strange position. It opened its mouth again, and a blood-red beam of light blasted out from its mouth.
The two beams collided in mid-air, their violent spiritual energy raging throughout the area. If it weren't for the Qilin Dojo's defenses, the entire area would have been affected, and most of the people would have been killed or injured.
The alien beast and the flesh puppet remained in a stalemate, each fighting desperately. The collision of the two energies had even begun to cause the Qilin Dojo to collapse.
Parts of the flesh puppet began to fall off, blood spilling all over the ground. It looked like it was collapsing, but Hu Lanbian wasn't feeling well either. She was still struggling. If she relaxed even a little, she would be separated from the alien beast, and both she and her spiritual beast would die.
Ah!!
Ah!!
The two roared simultaneously!
Boom!!
With a resounding bang, the Qilin Dojo collapsed, and Hu Lan and Bai Sisi were simultaneously blown away. The enormous beast disintegrated in mid-air, transforming into numerous spirit beasts and Hu Lan herself.
At this point, Hu Lan's clothes were shredded, and she was covered in blood. She was breathing more in than out.
As for the Reincarnation Pill, she had already consumed it during the battle. The flesh puppet was made of the flesh and blood of a great emperor. If Hu Lan hadn't relied on the Reincarnation Pill to return to her peak, she would have been defeated long ago. It was a battle of two lives against one.
Dan Xuan approached Hu Lan, removed his outer robe, and covered her with it. He immediately fed her a life-saving pill and instructed a female disciple to take her back to heal her.
The Beastmasters present also came out to collect the surviving spirit beasts and began to heal her.
On the side of the ancient royal family, everyone looked at the rotting mass of flesh on the ground, but no one stepped forward. Bai Sisi was dead beyond death, and no longer of any use.
Only members of the Pansi lineage came to prepare for her burial.
Lan Lin: "In this battle, both of you will leave the field simultaneously. It's a draw, no winner. We'll rest for a day. What do you think?
Third round: Who will take the field?"
With a wave of her hand, the Qilin Dojo returned to its original state. The Qilin Dojo was left to her by her father, the Qilin Emperor. It could withstand the Emperor's attacks and could not be destroyed by attacks of the strength of Bai Sisi and Hu Lan.
Gong Xukun's blood boiled as he watched, wishing he could fight for the human race himself. The intense battle made him forget about his goddess sending gifts to Qin Tian.
Gong Qingxue, on the other hand, was witnessing the first time cultivators fought for their lives, and she witnessed the horrors of this world. Her first reaction was not excitement, but fear.
This also shattered any remaining ambition she had for cultivation. Thoughts of finding someone to marry and living a life of idleness and destitution once again dominated her mind.
Qin Tian stood up, and Yan Duo'er and Yun Ling followed him.
Qin Tian walked directly to Gong Qingxue and said, "I really like what you gave me. The arena battle is over now. Let's go together so I can give you a gift on the way."
Gong Qingxue looked at the handsome Qin Tian. After a moment's hesitation, she stood up and accepted his invitation.
This gave Qin Tian a satisfied smile.
Qin Tian's proactive invitation also drew envious cries from the women present. Each of them looked at Gong Qingxue, wishing they could take her place.
Off to the side, Gong Xukun stared at the two of them with wide eyes, his gaze filled with jealousy and resentment.
Especially when the two of them stood together, their handsomeness and beauty combined, a match made in heaven. It was a feast for the eyes, and the surrounding people's cheers and envy only made his expression even darker.
Unable to contain himself any longer, he stood up and said, "Qingxue, let's go back together. Uncle and aunt are waiting for you at the Gong family."
Qin Tian glanced at him calmly, smiling silently.
Gong Qingxue looked from Qin Tian to Gong Xukun, and without hesitation, she chose Qin Tian.
What a joke! A handsome, wealthy man with everything he wanted, and a powerful background, could only give her the life she desired. While she might sound superficial and materialistic, she was just an ordinary girl; even after traveling through time, she hadn't changed much.
As for Gong Xukun, he might be at the pinnacle of the world, but he couldn't give her the life she wanted. Besides, she didn't want to suffer hardship or become a vegetable.
"Cousin, you and the others go back first. I'll walk with Qin Shenzi for a while, and I'll be back later."
Gong Qingxue finished, then looked at Qin Tian and said, "Let's go."
Qin Tian smirked, glanced provocatively at Gong Xukun, and then walked away shoulder to shoulder with Gong Qingxue.
"Impossible! It's a lie! How could Qingxue be with him!"
"Gong Qingxue can only be mine. He just has a stronger background. I have the Great Emperor Enlightenment Fruit Tree. My future achievements are limitless. Only I can give Gong Qingxue the future she wants. Only I am worthy of her!!"
"He must have used his background to threaten Qingxue. Qingxue had no choice but to go with him!"
"And Gong Qingxue is as pure as a goddess. Even if forced, she wouldn't let Qin Tian touch her. If Qin Tian wanted to do anything to her, she would definitely die to protect her innocence. That's right, that's right."
"Qingxue, just wait. I will become stronger as soon as possible and rescue you!"
Gong Xukun is truly the destined protagonist. His Dao heart is unwavering, and his self-consolation is truly impeccable.
On the way, Yan Duo'er sensibly took Yun Ling home first, leaving Qin Tian and Gong Qingxue alone.
Qin Tian took out the bellyband Gong Qingxue had given him and said with a smile, "Yours smells quite good."
Gong Qingxue lowered her head and whispered, "As long as Lord Godson likes it."
"Yes, I do. You gave me your clothes, so what are you wearing?" Qin Tian said, his eyes fixed on Gong Qingxue's chest.
She wore a form-fitting, tight-fitting top, soft and thin, clinging to her skin.
As she moved, the garment vaguely outlined the curves of her breasts, which were full and firm, exuding an alluring and suggestive curve.
As she moved slightly, the shape of her breasts became even more prominent.
In the light, a hint of snow-white breast flesh could even be seen.
Feeling Qin Tian's gaze, Gong Qingxue realized she had forgotten to hold her breasts. She quickly held them in her arms to keep the two large white rabbits within her clothes from moving around.
"If you don't mind, put this on. This was originally a gift I prepared for my wife, and now I'll consider it your return gift."
Hearing Qin Tian's words, Gong Qingxue felt a surge of curiosity and subconsciously glanced at what Qin Tian was holding.
She discovered that Qin Tian was holding out a bellyband.
The bellyband was blue, a perfect match for her. It was incredibly soft and comfortable, meticulously crafted, and the embroidered patterns were beautiful. Auras shone through it, making it clear it wasn't just any bellyband.
Gong Qingxue loved it. It was much more beautiful than her old one. And rich people are different; even their underwear is a magical treasure!
"You're giving me this bellyband. Your wife won't be mad, will she?"
"It's okay. My wife is very open-minded. She won't mind."
Gong Qingxue stretched out her hand, but still hesitated. At that moment, the electronic voice of the system echoed in her mind again.
Three options quickly appeared before Gong Qingxue: [Option 1: Accept Qin Tian's return gift, then go home and change into the underwear. Completion Reward: Bone Tempering Realm Cultivation]
[Option 2: Accept Qin Tian's return gift, put on the underwear in front of him, and ask him if it looks good. Completion Reward: 1 Random Top-Level Spiritual Root]
[Option 3: Accept Qin Tian's return gift, have him put the bellyband on you personally, then grab his hand, press it to your chest, and ask him if he likes it. Completion Reward: 1 Emperor-level Cultivation Technique (cultivable all the way to Great Emperor)]
Looking at the three options, Gong Qingxue looked a little helpless. No need to hesitate; the system had already made the choice for her.
All three options were accepted, just in different ways.
She first deleted the first option; the reward was too small. She knew that spiritual roots were essential for a comfortable life, and after all, maintaining her appearance and figure was also necessary.
Furthermore, after her first experience, she knew that the cultivation level granted by the system simply meant filling your body with the necessary spiritual energy for that realm. The good news: you could indeed reach the Qi Training Realm without any practice.
The bad news: only the spiritual energy had reached the Qi Training Realm, but that had nothing to do with you.
Gong Qingxue's ideal was to marry a handsome, wealthy man, then live a life of idleness and destitution. She didn't want to grow old, lose her beauty, and be kicked out of the house in a few years.
That would be the end of her life.
So, to survive a long life of idleness and destitution, talent was still necessary.
She looked at options two and three.
She felt like the system was pushing her into being a slut. Who would give someone underwear and then force them to wear it right in front of them? Although she was a modern time traveler with a relatively open mind, that didn't mean she was shameless.
"System, why don't you take a look at the options you've given me? Do you dare let me rape him directly?"
[Option Four: Push Qin Tian down, ride him like a queen, and remain in the riding position until Qin Tian ejaculates. Completion Reward: Instant pregnancy.]
Gong Qingxue: "..."
Getting married with a child is indeed a one-time solution, reaching the pinnacle of life without worrying about being kicked out.
But Gong Qingxue simply couldn't do such a thing, or perhaps the reward wasn't enough to make her do it.
After much deliberation, Gong Qingxue chose Option Two.
First, she'd get a spiritual root. That way, she could harness the spiritual energy within her, and future rewards related to cultivation wouldn't be just for show.
Thinking, Gong Qingxue looked at Qin Tian and said, "Thank you, Godly Qin, for your kindness. I'll accept this blue silk ice silk bellyband."
As she accepted the blue silk ice silk bellyband, Gong Qingxue's beautiful eyes lit up.
It felt like silk to the touch, soft, cool, smooth, and thin. But when she tugged at it, she realized it wasn't just underwear, but more like a piece of personal protective gear.
She held a high status in the Gong family, considered a lady of a prominent family, yet the underwear she wore was made of ordinary fabric, at best, of a higher quality.
She didn't know the rank of this blue silk ice silkworm bellyband, but she knew it was certainly high-quality. Knowing this, Gong Qingxue's gaze towards Qin Tian changed.
At this moment, Qin Tian, like a caring elder brother, said, "Why don't you put it on now? It's not convenient for you to go back without your bellyband. If someone notices, it would be embarrassing. I'll just turn my back and not look."
Gong Qingxue was delighted at the words, and felt even more deeply that Qin Tian was considerate.
But when she saw that Qin Tian was actually turning away, she suddenly panicked.
Normally, she'd have hoped Qin Tian wouldn't watch. After all, few women would be willing to undress and put on their underwear in front of a man they'd only known for a short time. But that wasn't going to happen now.
If Qin Tian didn't watch, how could she complete her mission?!
Option one clearly stated that she had to change in front of Qin Tian and even ask him if it looked good.
So, Gong Qingxue went all out, saying in a delicate voice, "No, no need!"
"Huh?"
Qin Tian looked at Gong Qingxue in confusion.
"Hmm... I mean, there's no mirror here. I want you to tell me if it looks good after you see it."
Gong Qingxue forced an explanation: "I... I really like beauty... So if it doesn't look good on me, I... I won't like it..."
"So there's no need to turn around. I'll just change here... I'll be fine."
Qin Tian looked her up and down, then smiled. "I didn't expect you to be so open-minded. I certainly wouldn't refuse such a good thing."
Gong Qingxue bit her lower lip lightly and began to unbutton her shirt. Her fingers sensitively slid over the buttons. Her body trembled slightly, her heartbeat quickened, and she could feel a mixture of tension and excitement.
Slowly, the shirt was unbuttoned, and she gently pushed it down her shoulders and let it slide.
Qin Tian stared at her intently, his gaze seeming to penetrate her clothes and see her delicate skin. Gong Qingxue felt his gaze, her cheeks slightly hot, and her eyes lowered shyly.
Because Gong Qingxue was wearing a long one-piece dress, if she were to wear underwear, she'd have to take it all off. Although she had a lining underneath, it was still a bit awkward.
Qin Tian's eyes fell on Gong Qingxue's full, firm breasts, captivated by their alluring curves. Her bust was full and firm, and her enormous size was immediately apparent.
"Tsk tsk, the sight of a beautiful woman undressing is truly a feast for the eyes."
"I wouldn't have guessed it. It doesn't look big when she's dressed, but it's quite substantial without. Hmm... this volume should be around a C."
Qin Tian admired her inwardly, forming his own assessment.
Soon, Gong Qingxue slowly removed her skirt, her movements gentle and fluid. Her white lingerie was instantly revealed before Qin Tian's eyes.
Gong Qingxue's figure was curvaceous, with long, slender thighs and a slender waist, a figure that made one want to caress her.
Her beauty wasn't over yet. Gong Qingxue subconsciously lifted her breasts, displaying them before Qin Tian. Her enormous breasts resembled two snow-capped mountains, her nipples pink and inviting.
Gong Qingxue's body exuded a faint, alluring fragrance, her skin flawless. She displayed all her charm and beauty before Qin Tian, completely revealing herself.
Seemingly embarrassed by Qin Tian's gaze for too long, Gong Qingxue whispered, "Mr. Qin, why are you staring at me?"
"Haha, sorry. I'm a little taken aback by your body, and I couldn't help but stare at it for a little longer."
Qin Tian said with a laugh.
Gong Qingxue's face flushed. She wished she could find a hole to crawl into, even considering abandoning the mission.
"System, what will happen if I don't complete the optional mission?" Gong Qingxue asked inwardly.
System: "If the host fails to complete the optional mission, you will be punished. Punishment: Three months of menstruation!"
"You're so cruel!"
She picked up the blue silk ice silk bellyband without hesitation. In front of Qin Tian, she tied the rope around her neck, then pulled the bellyband close to her body. After tying the rope at the back, she put it on.
She clenched her arms slightly, her eyes averted, and whispered, "Does it look good?"
Qin Tian nodded, praising her, "It suits you perfectly. It looks great on you. Very..."
"Charming."
Gong Qingxue's heart fluttered. Before she knew it, Qin Tian had already moved closer to her. She could only step back, step by step, until she hit the wall. Qin Tian placed one hand on her head, giving her a kabedon.
Qin Tian's lips curled slightly, his eyes revealing deep affection and longing. He leaned close to Gong Qingxue's cheek, feeling her delicate breath.
He smiled softly, their bodies pressed tightly together. Qin Tian brought his lips to Gong Qingxue's, his tongue deftly sliding into her mouth, stirring it freely. Gong Qingxue's mind remained blank, passively accepting everything.
As he savored the sweet, soft, and sticky taste of Gong Qingxue's tongue, Qin Tian instinctively increased his movements.
As Qin Tian's kiss deepened, his large hand slowly reached inside Gong Qingxue's bellyband and grasped her soft, warm breasts. He gently kneaded and squeezed them, savoring the tender touch.
Gong Qingxue couldn't help but let out a soft moan as her breasts were gently caressed in Qin Tian's palms. Each touch brought her a strange pleasure, her cheeks flushing even more red, and her body becoming more sensitive.
Lust quickly overwhelmed Gong Qingxue, and her tongue actively penetrated Qin Tian's mouth, and the two began to kiss passionately.
"Tsk tsk tsk," they slurped each other's saliva, their tongues tangling and intertwining, indistinguishable from each other.
Gong Qingxue's delicate nose took in the scent of a man she had never experienced before, and she slowly became intoxicated by it, letting Qin Tian's large hand wander over her sensitive areas.
Chest, abdomen, buttocks, and finally between her legs.
This action also awakened Gong Qingxue from her whirlpool of lust. She twisted her body and blocked Qin Tian's way with her hands.
"No... No, we can't do this... We're moving too fast!"
Qin Tian's lips left Gong Qingxue's, and he whispered in a low voice, "I'm being abrupt. You're so charming, I can't help myself."
His hands roamed over Gong Qingxue's breasts, and he gazed at her with lustful eyes.
Gong Qingxue swallowed hard. Her legs were completely weakened. This was far more pleasurable than rewarding herself, especially with a handsome man like Qin Tian.
Just as she was about to lose control, the system's voice rang out.
"Ding! Host completes selection. Reward: Top-grade Wood Spiritual Root!"
Gong Qingxue's eyes widened. A powerful aura flowed from her body, transforming her completely, as if she had been reborn. With a spiritual vein, she had officially entered the world of cultivators.
"Son of Qin, I've been out for too long. My mom's nagging me to go back for dinner. I...I need to go back."
Qin Tian wasn't in a hurry. As a qualified actor, he wouldn't let his character collapse.
"I'm being abrupt. To apologize, I'd like to invite you to watch the third match with me. My view will be much better."
Gong Qingxue now felt that Qin Tian's rank was too high. As a virgin who had lived two lives, she was really struggling.
"Ding! The Destined Heroine, Gong Qingxue, has a 10% favorability rating for the host. 5,000 Villain Points awarded."
"Ding! The host and Gong Qingxue's relationship has become intimate. 8,000 Villain Points awarded."
"Ding! The Destined Hero, Gong Xukun, is drifting further and further away from his goddess. His Destiny Points are -10,000, and the host's Villain Points are 5,000."
Watching Gong Qingxue's fleeing figure, Qin Tian smiled faintly.