I did say I wanted to be reborn into a world of lolis, but I didn't mean for me to become a girl!
This damn Goddess Amulet started glowing for no reason at all.
The worst part is that, perhaps due to its effects or something, I can’t seem to elongate my body, leaving me stuck in this tiny, stunted form.
Yuxuan tried to change her shape again, but the Goddess Amulet stuck in her chest seemed to be restricting her; no matter how hard she tried, it was no use.
Yuxuan found a large rock and sat down, looking like a statue of The Thinker.
Her spirit was shattered. She didn't want to play anymore.
"Start over! In my next life, I won't be a Demon King."
"My bottom is so cold..."
"I should look around and see if I can find something to wear."
Yuxuan decided to head for a stream first; she was thirsty from all the running, and she wanted to see what she looked like now.
Secondly, maybe she could find some old clothes by the river. The air here was so fresh; she’d try her luck and see if anyone had been camping nearby.
After all, walking around stark naked, even if no one was watching, felt incredibly shameful.
"Ugh, my feet hurt so much from the rubbing."
Her small, fair feet looked exceptionally delicate in the sunlight, as if a gentle squeeze would make them drip with moisture. Her toes were petite and dainty, lined up neatly like meticulously carved works of art.
Her skin was fair and fine, glowing with a faint rosy hue like flower petals just after a bath. Her ankles were slender and soft, with smooth, elegant lines that made one want to reach out and touch them.
"Why am I so pale? Honestly, I should have known better than to try and change shape. That Slime body I had was much more comfortable for walking."
"And this damn amulet!"
Although Yuxuan could touch it now, it was embedded deep within her, impossible to pull out, though it didn't actually hurt.
"I'll worry about it later. Maybe I can just swallow it."
Swallow it... Yuxuan thought of the Knights she had killed.
"So, what am I now? I should still count as a Monster, right? I should still be able to use the abilities a Monster has."
Yuxuan calmed her mind and listened intently to the sounds around her.
The sounds of nature filled her ears; a breeze rustled the leaves, creating a soft, creaking noise.
"Found you—the sound of a flowing stream."
Yuxuan arrived at the stream, where the clear water reflected her current appearance.
A tiny body, a round head, looking dazed, cute, and adorable. With slightly curled grey hair and pale grey eyes, she looked like a bit of a rustic loli, though her features were truly the most beautiful she had ever seen on a girl.
"Sigh, grey hair, huh? I still prefer white hair."
Yuxuan cupped her hands to scoop up the water and began to drink. The icy water slid down her throat, feeling incredibly refreshing, with a hint of natural sweetness.
The streams in this world were so clear, without a trace of pollution. She gulped down more water, then washed the grime off her small feet.
"The grass growing by the river should work as makeshift shoes."
She reached out and felt it; it was soft enough. It looked like it would work.
Yuxuan gathered enough wild grass to bind her feet, using a longer blade to tie it all together. Once her feet were wrapped, she tested them out on the grass.
"Mm! Much better."
Next, she had to find something to cover her body, or she wouldn't even dare to look down into the water.
Yuxuan followed the stream, hoping to find clothes to cover herself.
"Oh? There’s a tent ahead. How lucky. There was probably a battle nearby, and they must have fled in a panic."
"I'll accept these with gratitude, then."
The tent was full of abandoned items, though everything was in disarray—likely left in a hurry. Regardless, there was nothing of real value.
"Hmm, not bad. There’s an undershirt and a large white coat."Not bad, not bad, put them all on. Is there anything to eat? My stomach is a bit hungry. By the way, I can eat human food, right?
Yuxuan opened a pack and began to taste it.
"Mmm... crunchy... munch, munch, munch..."
These are potato chips, right? The taste isn't bad, except they won't fill you up.
Happily, Yuxuan stuffed the last potato chip into her mouth, lifted the bag, shook the crumbs inside, tipped them into her mouth, and walked away in satisfaction.
Snacks are just snacks, after all; how can they really fill your stomach?
It seems she still has to go out and find some proper food. Fortunately, this forest should be full of all sorts of wild fruit.
Looking ahead, not far away stood a tall and straight tree, laden with clusters of blue fruits that weighed the branches down heavily.
In a flash, Yuxuan scrambled up to the top of the tree.
It looks like even after turning into a human, the monster's physical abilities are still there.
She casually plucked a blue fruit, held it in her hand, and examined it closely, a trace of doubt inevitably showing on her face.
With this weird color, can you really eat it?
After hesitating for a moment, she still decided to wipe the dust off the surface with her clothes, and then took a cautious bite.
"Whoa, so sour!"
Yuxuan's facial features instantly twisted from the sourness. She couldn't help sticking out her tongue and spitting, while continuously making "ptui, ptui, ptui" sounds!
This tart and bitter taste didn't dissipate immediately; instead, it continued to ferment in her mouth.
After a moment, a hint of mild sweetness gradually emerged.
Well, it's acceptable enough. Let's pick a few more; she would probably have to spend the night inside the tent.
Yuxuan picked many fruits, gathered them in her clothes, slowly climbed down the tree, and returned to the tent.
Night was gradually falling by the river, dyeing the sky a deep shade of blue dotted with a few twinkling stars. The river glinted with a silver luster under the moonlight, flowing quietly.
A gentle breeze blew past, bringing the fragrance of distant flowers and the scent of damp earth, making one feel peaceful and serene.
Yuxuan crawled into the tent and poked her head out.
The moon at night is truly big and round. It hung in the quiet night sky like a bright silver plate, casting a soft and mysterious radiance.
In this tranquil night, there was none of the hustle and bustle of city traffic; there was only the earth and all things under the moonlight, quietly bathing in that pale brilliance.
At this moment, Yuxuan finally realized that she was in a completely unfamiliar otherworldly realm.
Far away from her familiar home and loved ones, she couldn't help starting to miss her parents.
Were they missing her right now, too? Perhaps the unexpected insurance payout from that bizarre fatal accident could bring some financial comfort to her family...
At this thought, a deep wave of exhaustion welled up in her heart.
After all, throughout the entire day, Yuxuan had relied solely on some fruit to stave off her hunger, which was nowhere near enough to satisfy her body's nutritional needs. Right now, she felt completely hollow inside.
She was so hungry, but she really couldn't summon the energy to go look for more food—it was pitch black and creepily frightening out there at night.
Sleep... once she fell asleep, she wouldn't be hungry anymore.
Yuxuan wrapped herself tightly in the blanket, as if she could draw a little more warmth that way.
She zipped up the tent to keep the chilly night wind from invading.
Even so, the nighttime temperature still held a hint of chill, yet the blanket beneath her was exceptionally comfortable. It was as soft as cotton, giving Yuxuan an unprecedented cozy feeling.
Gradually, Yuxuan drifted off to dreamland, hoping that when she woke up tomorrow, everything would turn for the better.