While players immersed themselves in the world of "Fairy Journey," the protagonist Hiyakura continuously pushed forward the main storyline, explored the map, and searched for hidden side quests.
Meanwhile, Tao Yao happily returned home with her maid Shiro.
In Qingyang City, one of the four main cities in Dawnland.
Tao Yao rented a house under a false identity.
During this time, no one knew that a fairy apostle lived here.
Qingyang City is renowned alongside Liuguang City and serves as an important stage for the protagonist's future story development.
This city possesses an ancient and mysterious aura, with adventurers in strange attire often seen on the streets, and the air is filled with the scent of magic.
A towering Mage Tower stands at the center of the city.
Legend has it that a sage resides at the top of the tower, guiding the people forward.
Back at home, Tao Yao let out a long sigh and collapsed onto the soft sofa.
"Ah! Finally back. I'm exhausted."
She closed her eyes and enjoyed a moment of tranquility.
Shiro thoughtfully covered her with a blanket and softly said, "Miss Tao Yao, I'll go prepare dinner now."
Tao Yao lazily waved her hand.
"Go ahead."
Just as Tao Yao was resting.
The system sprite Xiao Xiao suddenly jumped out.
"Master, master, good news, someone likes you!"
Tao Yao opened one eye and curiously asked, "What do you mean?"
"Ever since the game's PV was released and officially went live, players have developed a heartfelt affection for your character model and design. This genuine feeling can be converted into popularity points. Our popularity points have now reached 648 points!"
Tao Yao calmly sat up and nonchalantly replied:
"What use is that? A few hundred popularity points, what can they do?"
"Divine power!"
The little sprite expressed unparalleled excitement.
"Popularity points are, in a sense, equivalent to divine power. Although your current popularity points are few, they can still accomplish some things."
"Oh? Like what?" Tao Yao became interested and pressed on.
Xiao Xiao paused for a moment, then excitedly said,
"For example, these popularity points are enough to increase your charm by 0.1, making you even more beautiful! Although it's not much, we can accumulate little by little. And once your attractiveness rises, won't your popularity soar as well?"
"No, adding charm now is pointless." Tao Yao shook her head. As someone who used to enjoy playing this type of game,
She was well aware that her current appearance was already attractive enough, so it was unnecessary to keep increasing her charm for now.
Besides, Players have always been fickle. There are those who are loyal to a single character, but they are few. Most players might like a character today, calling her "wife" and all.
But with game updates and character values gradually inflating, And as the storyline for this character passes, losing its freshness and anticipation, In the end, she would likely just gather dust in the warehouse.
In contrast, If she could use the existing popularity points to do something more beneficial for gaining popularity, it might be more effective. Gradually, an idea began to form in Tao Yao's mind.
"Can I create a clone with my current popularity points?"
She asked tentatively.
"Not possible..."
Tao Yao felt a bit disappointed but didn't get discouraged.
"Then can it completely change my appearance so I can disguise myself as another person?"
"Uh... that also seems impossible..."
"Honestly, I've never seen such a useless system like yours... this can't do, that can't do, what use are you as a system?"
Tao Yao couldn't help but complain.
"I'm sorry, master, boohoo... Xiao Xiao doesn't want this either..."
The system sprite started crying pitifully.
Tao Yao sighed and rubbed her temples.
"Then it should be possible to do something like entering a dream, right? Let Hiyakura dream of some things?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Xiao instantly straightened her back.
"This is definitely possible! The current popularity points are enough to create a dream!"
"Just one dream? Then you're still useless!"
Tao Yao muttered unhappily.
She leaned back on the sofa, falling into contemplation. Perhaps the effect of a single dream was limited, but it was better than nothing.
If she could create some dream content beneficial to herself for Hiyakura, Using this content to enhance her own presence, It might yield some unexpected effects.
With this thought, Tao Yao's gaze gradually became cunning.
…
Time flies.
In the blink of an eye. A week has passed since the game was released.
While players enjoyed the updated content in the game world, Hiyakura in the game world had her own life.
On this day, Hiyakura finished a busy day. Dragging her weary body, she slowly walked along the streets of Liuguang City. In recent days, she had almost run through every corner of the city, helping countless people in need.
From finding lost children to repelling malicious monsters, and running errands for the elderly, she was always seen where people needed her the most.
Not too long ago, she had helped an elderly grandmother find her beloved cat, which had gone missing during a monster attack.
When that adorable little cat returned to the old lady's arms, The grandmother's gratitude filled Hiyakura with joy.
Having completed this commission, Hiyakura could finally return to the temporary residence of Manju Academy in Liuguang City for a moment to rest.
Opening the door, a warm aroma greeted her. What came into view was Violet, who was busy in the kitchen.
"Welcome back, Hiyakura." Violet turned around and smiled sweetly at Hiyakura, saying, "Dinner is ready. Go take a shower first, and then you can eat."
Hiyakura nodded and gratefully said, "Violet, I'm so lucky to enjoy your home-cooked meals every time I come back." Speaking of Violet, she, like Jasmine before her, was also an extraordinary person sent by Manju Academy to assist the team in Liuguang City.
Since meeting Jasmine, Hiyakura had also, in subsequent commission tasks, gotten to know Violet, who came from Manju Academy.
And Violet, Was the one who guided Hiyakura onto the path of the extraordinary. After washing up, Hiyakura changed into comfortable home clothes and came to the dining table.
Jasmine and Violet had been waiting there for some time. Soon, a sumptuous dinner was laid out on the table, emitting an enticing aroma. The three gathered together and happily enjoyed the delicious food.
During the meal, Jasmine spoke up, "You've worked hard during this time. The impact caused by the monster attacks in Liuguang City has basically been resolved. The remaining issues are just minor ones. I think we can set off back to the academy tomorrow."
"Really? That's great!"Hiyakura's eyes lit up, clearly very happy with the news.
Violet also wore a gentle smile, slowly saying,
"It's better to do it sooner. Hiyakura could lose control at any time; the issues she's facing need to be dealt with promptly. Also, since Hiyakura just became an extraordinary person, there's only so much we can teach her. Many aspects still need the academy's teachers to educate her."
After chatting for a while longer, Hiyakura yawned, her eyelids starting to droop.
Violet noticed and kindly said, "It's getting late, you should go to sleep. Get your energy back, and we'll set off tomorrow."
Hiyakura nodded, said goodnight to her two seniors, and returned to her room.
She simply organized her belongings. Then, she changed into her pajamas, lay down on the soft bed, and fell asleep as soon as her head hit the pillow.
When she groggily opened her eyes,
Hiyakura found herself in a sea of flowers she had never seen before. Light pink petals danced delicately in the wind, and the air was filled with a rich fragrance.
"Wow? Look who I found!"
In the haze, a sweet and ethereal female voice suddenly rang in her ears.
"A kind little fairy radiating a sweet fragrance!"