I've personally played a male-female cultivation game, and it's been absolutely thrilling. As the male protagonist, I've worked hard, defeating numerous rivals and competitors, after which a steady stream of beautiful women have come to me, eager to practice dual cultivation with me. Under the vigorous combat against rivals, the male lead portrayed by Gao Liang has continuously strengthened his abilities, eventually reaching the status of a king. Each woman who practices dual cultivation with him has transformed into a fairy, now serving gracefully by his side. Every day, Gao Liang enjoys a happy life, surrounded by these beautiful women. However, becoming a king isn't easy—it comes with many challenges, and Gao Liang has put in far more effort than others. Now, the dual cultivation practice is being implemented through the magical Yueguan Treasure Box, which creates a space for the practice. This is the first time such a setup has been used—ah, looks like the old official is finally going to cultivate and earn money through gaming! Chen Yuting, Zhang Yупing's desk mate and close friend from Class 1 of the senior year at Hanhai City, didn't get into university this time—just like many other students who didn't make it through the college entrance exam. She either has to retake the exam or start working. Honestly, Chen Yuting's family isn't well-off, so she's opted for the practical choice: working. For a high school graduate, finding a decent job in the bustling Hanhai City, where talent is so abundant, is no easy task. Naturally, she's encountered many setbacks. One day, while applying for a promotional position at a cosmetics store, Chen Yuting noticed Study Committee member Dong Jiao carefully selecting elegant cosmetics with her family's company. Immediately, Chen Yuting felt like she wanted to walk away, but Dong Jiao spotted her and said, "Yuting! Don't go! Try this cosmetic with me!" So, Chen Yuting tried the product as requested. "It's really good!" she said, applying it to her face. Yet, Dong Jiao glanced at her skeptically and remarked, "How come you don't have any taste? This kind of cosmetic isn't something you just dab on—it needs to "I won't!" Chen Yuting came from a poor family and simply couldn't afford facial masks like the wealthy young ladies did—she usually used oil-based creams costing just 2 to 3 yuan. "So old-fashioned!" Dong Jiao had actually mocked her in front of all the customers and sales staff, and only then did Chen realize that Dong was making her feel humiliated—publicly belittling her simply because of her well-off parents and her successful university admission. How could she bear such embarrassment? It felt so suffocating, as if she wanted to vanish into the ground. At that moment, a uniformed security guard arrived. This kind of security guard always looked down on people—skeptical, with a dismissive gaze—staring at Chen's somewhat plain appearance for a long time before finally spitting out a single word: "Get out!" Chen cried. Was it really impossible for someone without money to come here? As Dong watched her cry and walk out, she pretended to be genuinely concerned from behind, calling out, "I'm canceling the 1,000-yuan skincare product you were trying!" But Chen Yuting didn't turn around. She simply said, "I don't need it!" When Chen Yuting got home, she cried all night long. Her parents, seeing their daughter weeping so deeply, knew that she had suffered great disappointment in her job search. Yet, the parents themselves were doing hard, unprofitable physical work, and being humble and dependable—they could only sigh in helplessness. Their only hope was that Chen Yuting would marry someone better off than they were, even just slightly better. As the day of Kyoto University's enrollment drew nearer, Zhang Yuping returned home and handed the 20,000 yuan to her foster father, Cai Sheng, asking, "Dad, where did you get this money from?" "Ah, yes! Cai Sheng! I was so happy, I didn't even ask you where you borrowed it!" Miao Xiufang added. "Yes, yes!" Cai Sheng stammered, which only deepened the mother and daughter's suspicions and made them want to dig deeper. "Enough! I borrowed it from Mr. Zhou, Zhang Yuping's classmate!" "Chen was really pushed to the brink before he could finally speak. 'Zhou Chao!' As soon as Zhang Yuping heard those two words, her brows furrowed, and she immediately insisted, 'We cannot accept his money!' 'My dear! Mr. Zhou himself came to me and offered it—he brought it to us! I truly believe Zhou Chao is excellent. When our house was nearly sold last time, it was Mr. Zhou who stepped in and saved us. He's been a real benefactor to our family!' Chen emphasized the word 'benefactor' with great conviction. Miao Xiufang nodded in agreement and added to Zhang Yuping, 'Mr. Zhou is truly wonderful! He borrows from us, and we'll repay him when the time comes!' Just as Zhang Yuping was about to speak, a clap of hands and a voice interrupted her: 'With such a small amount, do we really need to discuss repayment? That would be too formal! I, Zhou Chao, have plenty of money. If either of you parents need anything, just let me know!' Wow! Here comes Zhou Chao! This person truly knows how to act like a good person. Zhang Yuping was exceptionally clear-minded this time, because during the day when Zhou Chao controlled her consciousness, she had truly suffered deeply. Fortunately, it was Gao Liang who drew out the crystal sphere inside her, allowing her to regain her freedom and confidence. Zhou Chao came to borrow money from her, clearly with ulterior motives. While Zhang Yuping herself firmly opposed it, her parents happily agreed. Zhou Chao performed so well in front of Zhang Yuping's parents! This act of pretense had even dulled Zhang Yuping's awareness for some time. However, ever since Gao Liang, through his own efforts, secured a spot at the top-ranked university nationwide, Gao Liang—this outstanding young man—has remained the first and only one in Zhang Yuping's heart; no one could ever replace him. Compared to her husband Gao Liang, Zhou Chao's display of excellence seemed quite insignificant. Zhang Yuping's inner thoughts were, of course, completely evident to Zhou Chao, this super-powered individual. Zhou Chao quietly won over Zhang Yuping's parents, one glance being enough to leave them so busy that they had no room for their hands. Zhou knew that Zhang Yuping didn't particularly like him—after all, Zhang had already deeply fallen in love with Gao Liang, a truly outstanding man. Yet Zhou was not satisfied; frowning slightly, he came up with a plan. This personal visit had a clear purpose in mind. Zhang Yuping happily took the bowl and drank it down in one go. But immediately afterward, she felt dizzy. As she realized, while drinking the last sip, a small bead seemed to have taken legs and slipped into her mouth, sliding down her esophagus into her stomach. Right away, she felt a surge of energy filling her entire body.