Sunlight filtered through the mottled leaves, casting a warm glow on Su Yao's face, yet it failed to dispel the chill in her heart. She slowly opened her eyes to find herself in a place both familiar and foreign—her high school campus. Memories rushed back like a tidal wave, and the tragic experiences of her past life sent a sharp pang through her heart. Once the campus goddess cherished by everyone, her life had been plunged into the abyss by a sudden accident. After her face was disfigured, she was abandoned by all, and her former best friend, Zhao Ya, had even kicked her when she was down, ultimately driving her to end her life in despair.
Yet now, she had somehow been reborn, returning to the very first day of high school. Su Yao instinctively touched her face, her heart skipping a beat as the mirror reflected an ordinary, even somewhat ugly, visage. But she quickly calmed down, a flash of determination in her eyes. Since heaven had given her a second chance, she was determined to seize it, see through the warmth and coldness of human nature, and never repeat the same mistakes.
Campus: Strange Gazes
Su Yao took a deep breath and stepped onto the campus. The surrounding students cast strange glances her way, and whispers reached her ears. "Look at that girl, she's so ugly." "Yeah, who knows how she even got into our school." Su Yao had already anticipated these harsh words; she straightened her back and walked toward the classroom as if nothing were wrong.
Just then, a familiar figure came into view—Lin Yu. In her past life, Lin Yu was a campus celebrity: academically gifted, handsome, and gentle by nature. He had secretly liked Su Yao but was too insecure to confess his feelings. A stir ran through Su Yao's heart as she looked at Lin Yu, and a complex mixture of emotions welled up within her. Lin Yu seemed to sense her gaze as well, turning his head so that their eyes met in mid-air. He froze slightly, seeing a unique light in Su Yao's eyes—one he had never witnessed in her past life.
Cultivation: Mysterious Power
Su Yao arrived at the classroom, and the moment she sat down, she sensed an unusual aura. Puzzled, she probed carefully and discovered to her astonishment that a mysterious power was hidden within her body. When she tried to mobilize this energy, a warm current instantly surged through her limbs, and strange runes and cultivation methods surfaced in her mind. Shocked, Su Yao realized that her rebirth might not be a mere coincidence of fate; a much larger secret seemed to be concealed behind it.
While Su Yao was immersed in exploring this mysterious power, Zhao Ya walked in. Catching sight of Su Yao, a flash of disgust crossed Zhao Ya's face, and she deliberately raised her voice to say to the girls beside her, "Well, if it isn't that ugly freak! How does she still have the face to come to school?" A burst of snickering erupted from the surrounding girls. Su Yao cast a cold glance at Zhao Ya, secretly vowing that in this lifetime, she would never let Zhao Ya bully her again.
Conflict: Showing Early Potential
Seeing that Su Yao ignored her, Zhao Ya grew even more irritated. She stepped forward, intending to put Su Yao in her place. Just as she reached out to push Su Yao, Su Yao suddenly moved and grabbed Zhao Ya's wrist. A tremendous force surged into Zhao Ya; her wrist ached excruciatingly, and try as she might to wrench it free, she could not budge.
"What... what are you doing?" Zhao Ya looked at Su Yao in panic.
The corners of Su Yao's lips curled upward into a cold sneer. "Zhao Ya, don't think I'm still the same Su Yao you could bully at will in the past."
A jolt of shock went through Zhao Ya; she could not comprehend why Su Yao would utter such words. Right then, the teacher walked in. Su Yao released Zhao Ya's hand and sat down unconcernedly. Zhao Ya glared daggers at Su Yao, secretly plotting to find an opportunity to teach her a harsh lesson.
Exploration: The Path of Cultivation
After school, Su Yao went to the school library alone, hoping to find some books on cultivation to further understand the mysterious power within her. In a corner of the library, she discovered an ancient tome that recorded extensive knowledge and methods regarding cultivation. Feeling as though she had struck gold, Su Yao eagerly opened the book and began to study it intently.
Through her deepening understanding of cultivation knowledge, Su Yao gradually realized that the power inside her originated from an ancient cultivation sect. This sect had once been immensely famous in the mortal world, but for reasons unknown, it had later vanished entirely. Su Yao appeared to be the sole heir of this sect. She decided that from this moment on, she would embark on the path of cultivation, enhance her strength, and exact vengeance for her past life.
Meeting: The Interweaving of Destinies
While Su Yao was engrossed in her cultivation, Lin Yu also noticed her unusual behavior. He found that Su Yao always seemed to be searching for strange books, and an air of mystery emanated from her. Filled with curiosity, Lin Yu decided to find a chance to have a proper talk with her.
One afternoon after school, Lin Yu intercepted Su Yao in the campus garden. "Su Yao, it feels like you've changed a lot lately," Lin Yu said, looking at her earnestly.
Su Yao's heart skipped a beat; she had not expected Lin Yu to be so perceptive of her changes. But she quickly composed herself and smiled. "People always change, don't they?"
Lin Yu nodded. Hesitating for a moment, he voiced the doubt in his mind. "I have a feeling you're practicing some kind of cultivation, right?"
A shock ran through Su Yao. She had never imagined that Lin Yu would actually guess it. Looking at him with a flash of hesitation in her eyes, she finally nodded. "That's right, I'm practicing cultivation techniques."
A trace of surprise crossed Lin Yu's eyes, but it quickly subsided into calm. Looking at Su Yao, he said sincerely, "Su Yao, whatever you do, I will support you. If you need any help, just say the word."
A warmth spread through Su Yao's chest. Looking at Lin Yu, her affection for him grew even deeper. From this moment onward, the destinies of Su Yao and Lin Yu were officially intertwined.
Crisis: The Emergence of a Conspiracy
As Su Yao's cultivation progressed, her strength steadily increased. However, she was unaware that a crisis was quietly descending. Ever since she was humiliated by Su Yao last time, Zhao Ya had been harboring a grudge. She poked around everywhere for information on Su Yao and finally discovered the secret that Su Yao was practicing cultivation.
Inwardly delighted, Zhao Ya felt this was a prime opportunity to retaliate against Su Yao. She tracked down a Mysterious Organization that specialized in researching cultivation techniques and harbored deep hostility toward the sect Su Yao belonged to. Zhao Ya leaked Su Yao's identity and whereabouts to this organization, hoping they would take action against her.
Upon learning of Su Yao's existence, the Mysterious Organization immediately dispatched experts, preparing to capture her in one fell swoop while she was cultivating. Yet Su Yao remained completely oblivious to the approaching danger, still absorbed in her cultivation as she prepared for the upcoming challenges.
Confrontation: A Battle of Life and Death
That evening, Su Yao went to the school's back mountain to cultivate as usual. Suddenly, several dark figures lunged from all directions, surrounding her tightly. Su Yao's heart jolted; she instantly raised her guard and sized up the enemies around her.
"You're Su Yao?" a cold voice rang out.
Su Yao nodded and said coldly, "Who are you people? Why are you blocking my way?"
"You don't need to know who we are. You just need to come with us obediently," the voice sounded again.
Su Yao sneered. "If you want me to go with you, let's see if you have the ability!" With that, she mobilized the power within her, preparing for a life-or-death battle against her foes.
The two sides clashed instantly. Relying on her wits and courage, Su Yao engaged in a fierce struggle against the enemies. However, her opponents were well-trained experts after all, and Su Yao gradually found herself in a tight spot. Just as she was about to collapse, a familiar figure appeared—Lin Yu.
Seeing Su Yao in mortal peril, Lin Yu rushed forward without a moment's hesitation. Though he knew no cultivation techniques, he relied on his sheer courage and physical strength to engage the enemy in a desperate fight. With Lin Yu's assistance, Su Yao finally spotted an opening in the enemy's defenses and seized the chance to launch an attack, repelling them in a single stroke.
The Truth: The Secret Behind the Scenes
Following this battle, both Su Yao and Lin Yu were severely injured. They returned to school and recuperated in the infirmary. During their recovery, Su Yao began to ponder the truth behind the clash. She figured that Zhao Ya would never let her off so easily; this attack was highly likely orchestrated by her.
Su Yao decided to confront Zhao Ya and demand an explanation. She went to Zhao Ya's classroom and called her outside. "Zhao Ya, was today's affair your doing?" Su Yao asked, staring at her coldly.
A jolt of panic hit Zhao Ya, but she still put on a facade of composure. "What are you talking about? I don't understand."
Su Yao sneered. "Stop playing dumb. I already know you were the one who leaked my identity and whereabouts to that Mysterious Organization. Zhao Ya, why would you do such a thing?"
Realizing her plot had been exposed, Zhao Ya abandoned all pretense. She snarled maliciously, "Because I envy you! I envy your looks, your grades, and the fact that so many people dote on you. I wanted to make you taste what it's like to be abandoned and bullied!"
A wave of sorrow washed over Su Yao; she never imagined that jealousy could drive Zhao Ya to such madness. Looking at her, Su Yao said earnestly, "Zhao Ya, jealousy will only make you uglier and uglier. I hope you reflect deeply on your actions." With that, Su Yao turned and walked away.
Determination: The Road Ahead
After this incident, Su Yao's resolve grew even firmer. She knew her path of cultivation was still long, and many more challenges and hardships awaited her in the future. Yet she would neither fear nor retreat; relying on her own hard work and courage, she would step by step march toward strength.
As for Lin Yu, he too decided to face future challenges alongside Su Yao. Though he could not practice cultivation, he would protect Su Yao and support her in his own way. From this moment on, the destinies of Su Yao and Lin Yu were tightly bound together. Hand in hand, they embarked on a cultivation path filled with unknowns and trials, with one wonderful story after another awaiting them.
Sunlight streamed through the infirmary window, spilling over the hospital beds of Su Yao and Lin Yu. After several days of recuperation, their injuries gradually improved. Su Yao sat by the bedside, gazing out at the campus outside the window with a myriad of thoughts swirling in her mind. Although that life-and-death battle was now in the past, its lingering effects continued to ripple through her heart.
Waking from a deep sleep, Lin Yu saw Su Yao staring blankly out the window and asked softly, "Su Yao, what are you thinking about?"
Su Yao turned her head and smiled faintly. "I was thinking about how to walk the path ahead. This attack was only the beginning; we'll definitely encounter more dangers in the future."
Lin Yu nodded and said firmly, "No matter what we encounter, I will face it with you."
A warmth filled Su Yao's heart. She knew that from the moment of her rebirth, Lin Yu had become one of the most important people in her life. The two decided that once their injuries fully healed, they would begin cultivating even more diligently to increase their strength.
The Mysterious Ancient Tome, Catching a Glimpse of the Threshold
Su Yao recalled the ancient cultivation book she had found in the library, much of which she had yet to fully comprehend. She resolved to study it in depth once more, hoping to find a method to boost her strength from within its pages. Thus, as soon as her injuries showed slight improvement, Su Yao eagerly headed back to the library and reopened the Ancient Tome.
As she read further, Su Yao discovered that the book recorded a unique cultivation technique called the "Lingxi Formula". Practicing this formula required gathering the Spiritual Energy of heaven and earth and transforming it into one's own Spiritual Power. Following the methods outlined in the book, Su Yao attempted to mobilize the Spiritual Energy inside her. At first, her progress was not smooth, and the Spiritual Energy stubbornly refused to coalesce. Yet Su Yao did not give up; she continuously adjusted her state, and after multiple attempts, she finally succeeded in condensing a wisp of Spiritual Power.
Though faint, this wisp of Spiritual Power gave Su Yao a glimmer of hope. She continued her cultivation, and the Spiritual Power gradually grew denser. At the same time, she found that her sensory perception had also improved drastically, allowing her to detect minute changes in her surroundings.
Undercurrents on Campus, Waves Stir Anew
Just as Su Yao was absorbed in her cultivation, undercurrents were surging across the campus. Seeing that Su Yao and Lin Yu had not suffered too severely from the previous attack, Zhao Ya was consumed by unwillingness. She resolved to strike again—this time, she would crush Su Yao completely.
Asking around everywhere, Zhao Ya learned of a mysterious student club whose members possessed a deep interest in cultivation techniques. Zhao Ya sought out the club president, leaked the secret of Su Yao's cultivation, and instigated him by claiming that Su Yao was using cultivation to endanger the campus.
Believing the fabrication, the club president decided to launch an investigation into Su Yao. Soon, rumors regarding Su Yao's cultivation spread across the campus, and students began casting strange glances at her. Even some timid students started keeping their distance, terrified of being implicated.
Club Confrontation, The Truth Becomes Clear
Su Yao and Lin Yu sensed the abnormal atmosphere on campus and quickly discovered that Zhao Ya was pulling strings behind the scenes. Su Yao decided to take the initiative and confront the club president for an explanation.
When Su Yao and Lin Yu arrived at the club's activity room, the president was already waiting there. Catching sight of Su Yao, he said coldly, "Su Yao, you're actually practicing cultivation at school. Do you realize this violates school rules?"
Unflustered, Su Yao replied, "I practice cultivation merely to protect myself and those around me; I harbor no malicious intent. Furthermore, I have not violated any school rules."
Hearing this, the club president wavered slightly, but still insisted, "Talk is cheap. How can you prove your innocence?"
At that moment, Lin Yu stepped forward and recounted his and Su Yao's experiences to the club president in detail. Stunned by the revelation, the club president never imagined such a truth was hidden behind the scenes.
Right then, Zhao Ya suddenly barged in. Spotting Su Yao and Lin Yu, she snarled viciously, "Don't bother trying to talk your way out of this! Today, you both must pay the price for your actions!"
Su Yao looked at Zhao Ya coldly. "Zhao Ya, stop persisting in your delusions. Your jealousy has made you lose your mind."
Refusing to listen, Zhao Ya suddenly pulled out a strange magic treasure and launched an attack at Su Yao. Dodging hurriedly, Su Yao simultaneously mobilized the Spiritual Power within her to prepare a counterattack.
The Magic Treasure Appears, The Crisis Escalates
The magic treasure in Zhao Ya's hand emitted a powerful force that caused the surrounding air to tremble. Realizing that this magic treasure was no ordinary item, Su Yao did not dare to be careless. Concentrating her mind, she engaged in a fierce confrontation with Zhao Ya.
During the battle, Su Yao discovered that Zhao Ya's magic treasure seemed capable of draining her Spiritual Power, placing her in an extremely perilous situation. Seeing Su Yao fall into jeopardy, Lin Yu grew frantic with worry and rushed forward recklessly, wanting to aid her.
Just as Lin Yu drew close to Zhao Ya, the magic treasure suddenly flashed with a blinding light, blasting him backward through the air. At the sight of this, fury filled Su Yao. Disregarding everything else, she mobilized all the Spiritual Power left in her body and unleashed her strongest strike against Zhao Ya.
This blow contained the entirety of Su Yao's strength, which Zhao Ya was utterly incapable of withstanding. The magic treasure in her hand was sent flying, and her body was blasted backward several meters.
A Mysterious Elder Appears to Help
Just as Su Yao and Lin Yu breathed a sigh of relief, a Mysterious Elder suddenly materialized before them. Looking at Su Yao, the elder's eyes flashed with surprise. "To think I would encounter the successor of an Ancient Cultivation Sect right here."
Surprised, Su Yao and Lin Yu stared at the elder, having no inkling of his background. Seemingly reading their confusion, the elder smiled. "I am a reclusive Cultivator who happened to pass by and sensed the fluctuations of Spiritual Energy here."
The elder informed Su Yao that the ancient tome in her possession contained the untold secrets of an Ancient Cultivation Sect; practicing its formula could grant a massive surge in strength. However, the technique was also extremely hazardous, and the slightest lapse in concentration could lead to deviation and madness.
Seeing that Su Yao possessed a kind heart, the elder decided to take her on as a disciple and impart cultivation arts to her. Overjoyed, Su Yao dropped to her knees and kowtowed to acknowledge him as her master.
The Road of Cultivation, Forging Ahead with Difficulty
Under the guidance of the Mysterious Elder, Su Yao commenced even more arduous training. The elder told her that cultivation required not only diligence, but also comprehension and fortuitous encounters. Keeping the elder's teachings engraved in her heart, Su Yao trained diligently every day, not daring to slack off in the slightest.
Though Lin Yu could not practice cultivation himself, he did not remain idle either. He began researching various cultivation magic treasures and arrays, hoping to assist Su Yao at critical moments.
As time elapsed, Su Yao's strength improved at a breaktaking pace. She could now skillfully manipulate Spiritual Power and cast various spells. Meanwhile, Lin Yu also made massive strides in his research of magic treasures and arrays, crafting several items that could enhance one's strength and presenting them to Su Yao.
The Mysterious Organization Strikes Again
Just as Su Yao and Lin Yu thought everything was heading in a positive direction, the Mysterious Organization struck once more. This time, they dispatched an even greater number of experts, vowing to eliminate Su Yao completely.
Upon learning the news, Su Yao and Lin Yu did not retreat. They resolved to take the initiative and wage a decisive battle against the Mysterious Organization.
The two sides engaged in a fierce clash on the school sports ground. Relying on her formidable strength, Su Yao locked into a life-or-death struggle against the experts of the Mysterious Organization, while Lin Yu provided support from the sidelines using the magic treasures he had crafted.
The battle was intensely fought, with heavy casualties on both sides. Just as Su Yao was on the verge of exhaustion, the Mysterious Elder suddenly appeared. With a single move, the elder displayed terrifying power, effortlessly defeating the experts of the Mysterious Organization and routing them all.
The Truth Comes to Light, The Crisis is Averted
The Mysterious Elder revealed to Su Yao that this Mysterious Organization had long been searching for the successor of the Ancient Cultivation Sect, attempting to seize their cultivation manuals and magic treasures. As the sole heir of the sect, Su Yao had naturally become their primary target.
Filled with righteous indignation upon hearing this, Su Yao resolved to completely eradicate the Mysterious Organization and avenge herself and her loved ones from her past life.
Aided by the Mysterious Elder, Su Yao and Lin Yu set out to investigate the headquarters of the Mysterious Organization. After considerable effort, they finally tracked down the hideout.
Leading a group of like-minded friends, Su Yao and Lin Yu launched an assault on the headquarters. Following a fierce battle, they successfully dismantled the Mysterious Organization and annihilated its members down to the last person.
A New Beginning, A Promising Future
In the wake of this battle, the reputations of Su Yao and Lin Yu spread throughout the entire campus. The students' attitudes toward them underwent a drastic transformation, shifting from initial exclusion and fear to admiration and envy.
Yet Su Yao and Lin Yu did not let success go to their heads; they knew this was merely the starting point of their cultivation journey. More challenges and hardships awaited them in the future.
Su Yao continued her training under the guidance of the Mysterious Elder, growing ever more powerful. Lin Yu likewise continued his research and exploration, hoping to eventually discover a method that would allow him to practice cultivation as well.
Within this fantasy-filled and challenging world of cultivation, the story of Su Yao and Lin Yu continued. Hand in hand, they would press forward to meet every future challenge, writing their own legendary tale.