Chapter 163

[Simulation summary: Your life was marked by hardship and struggle, your perseverance unparalleled. Though your cultivation never surpassed the Human Immortal Realm, your will became eternal, and the fire of your spirit continues to burn, passed down through generations.]

[The human race remembers your deeds through the ages, believing you to be ever-present, hanging high in the sky, overlooking the world like the moon.]

[No. 03 simulation final evaluation: S.]

[Rewards are being generated… beep… beep…]

[The host may choose four of the following five rewards. They will be distributed immediately upon selection:]

[1. The pinnacle state in the simulation.]

[2. All martial arts in the simulation.]

[3. Martial Arts: Vientiane Oven.]

[4. Strengthening: Qi and blood soaring.]

[5. A paper flower that never gets dirty.]

“S-level evaluation…”

“Expected, really. Compared to my previous simulation in the magical world, I haven’t made much progress this time.”

“I wonder what criteria the simulation uses to grant an S+ evaluation.”

Xu Xi pondered aloud.

S+ couldn’t possibly require him to reach supreme status. If that were the case, it would be an unattainable goal…

Mulling it over, Xu Xi examined the rewards, carefully reading the simulator’s descriptions.

Option 1 was straightforward: it would grant him the exact strength he possessed at the end of the simulation—full Human Immortal Realm without any negative effects.

Option 2, which offered all martial arts from the simulation, seemed lackluster.

In the martial arts world, Xu Xi had relied on very few martial arts techniques. During his early training, martial arts had been useful for boosting his combat power.

But by the time he reached the Xiantian Realm—especially during his decisive battle with Emperor Daqian—his attacks had transcended traditional martial arts, relying on pure personal power.

“Well, I’ll consider the remaining options. If the others are worthwhile, I’ll skip the martial arts option this time.”

Xu Xi continued examining the rewards.

The Vientiane Oven, from option 3, was related to his Qi and Blood Heaven and Earth. The simulator’s enhancement made it more mystical, allowing him to consume and replicate almost anything.

Option 4 was an advanced version of the Qi and Blood Soaring ability. While the basic version was ordinary, the system upgrade had transformed it into a golden-quality enhancement.

Even for a Human Immortal like Xu Xi, this version provided significant benefits. It strengthened the inner world, making it far more stable and robust than others of the same level.

Finally, option 5—a paper flower.

It was the same paper flower Xu Xi had once folded for Wu Yingxue, stained with blood and decayed over time.

“This is… sentimental,” he murmured.

Smiling, Xu Xi made his selections: options one, three, four, and five. The martial arts reward, though not useless, paled in comparison to the others.

“I’ve worked hard my entire life, relying solely on my own efforts. The simulator might as well help me now!”

[Ding! Reward selection complete. Distribution in progress…]

The simulator panel flickered as the chosen rewards were confirmed. The descriptions of the five options disappeared, and Xu Xi’s body began to transform.

In an instant, he surpassed three realms—Qi and Blood Body Forging, Xiantian Qi, and Human Immortal.

Roaring Qi and blood surged from his body, forming a light red halo in his palm.

This wasn’t the blood of injury or weakness; it was the passionate, fiery blood of a warrior.

“Is this because of my dual cultivation as a Holy Domain magister and martial artist?”

“This time, the Human Immortal integration feels much smoother. The Vientiane Oven and the Qi and Blood Soaring enhancements are truly remarkable.”

“If I were to face Emperor Daqian again, I could defeat him effortlessly with martial arts alone.”

Xu Xi marveled at the surging Qi and blood coursing through his body. It flowed along his meridians, circulated throughout his form, and finally returned to his Dantian’s inner world.

With immortality, magic, and martial arts combined, his energy, vitality, and spirit had united, elevating him to an extraordinary level of strength.

“Finally, there’s this…”

In his living room, Xu Xi opened his palm to reveal a white and brown paper flower resting quietly there.

It was the same flower he had once given to Wu Yingxue.

Though it had been ruined and stained with blood, it now lay in his hand, perfectly restored.

“Perhaps I’ll have the chance to give it to her again someday,” Xu Xi mused.

He thought of Wu Yingxue and her journey. He wasn’t overly concerned with her achievements as the strongest. He simply hoped that she, along with the survival army, could live safe and happy lives.

Knowing that those who had left the mountain were now thriving brought Xu Xi a deep sense of joy.

For now, he decided to place the paper flower in his collection cabinet. If fate allowed, he would give it to Wu Yingxue again someday.

The memory of how much the princess cherished the flower lingered in his mind. Without it, she might have felt sorrowful.

“It’s decided,” Xu Xi nodded, standing up and heading to his bedroom.

As he moved, a figure approached him.

It was Krisha, the witch. Her long silver-gray hair framed an expressionless face, and she wore a slim-fitting black-and-white dress.

“Master, are you…”

Her voice was calm, her gaze reflecting only sunlight streaming through the windows.

For reasons he couldn’t explain, Xu Xi felt a momentary pang of guilt under her watchful eyes. But he quickly dismissed it, knowing he had nothing to hide.

“Nothing much, just going to my room,” Xu Xi replied.

Krisha followed him closely. When he asked why, her response was simple:

“You seemed tired.”

The witch’s intuition was as sharp as ever. She didn’t know about Xu Xi’s simulation, but she could see the fatigue etched on his face.

With her usual attentiveness, she had prepared hot tea to refresh him.

“Thank you, Krisha,” Xu Xi said, gently patting her head.

Taking the tea, he blew on it to cool it down before sipping it slowly.

Under her quiet gaze, Xu Xi entered his bedroom, unlocked the glass cabinet, and placed the paper flower inside the third slot.

The collection cabinet now held three items: a sugar bowl, a magic wand, and the flawless paper flower.

Sunlight streamed through the glass, highlighting the flower’s delicate beauty, as if it were a real bloom.