Transmigrated into the villain? Watch my epic comeback in the ethereal fairy realm!

Chapter 58 Initial Exploration of the Spirit Array, Ambiguity Arises

As soon as Dai Yao arrived at the entrance of the spirit array, she felt a powerful aura rushing towards her, making it almost impossible for her to breathe.

"This restriction is for real!" she thought to herself.

The surrounding space felt like it was being gripped tightly by an invisible hand; even lifting a foot required all her strength. This was even more nerve-wracking than her college entrance exam years ago. The others weren't much better off; their faces were flushed red, as if they were undergoing a tribulation. With this level of difficulty at the entrance, anyone who didn't know better would think it was an ascension passage.

But who is Dai Yao? A woman who dances on the edge of a knife, her extraordinary life needs no explanation.

With a quick glance, she activated her special ability to sense the direction of the flow of fortune. She saw the surrounding fortune swimming around like little goldfish, with one particular spot near the entrance where the goldfish were especially active, frantically spinning as if they had discovered a treasure.

"Found it! Hmph, you think you can stop me with just this little restriction? Watch me break it easily. These people are still struggling there, how pathetic." Dai Yao was secretly delighted. Following the little goldfish's instructions, she swayed her slender waist and shuffled in that direction.

Hey, the restrictive power here is indeed much weaker; she passed through easily.

A collective gasp came from behind her. She turned around and saw the explorers' eyes wide open, their jaws practically dropping to the floor. Xuan Yuanpo, in particular, was completely petrified, probably thinking: "That's it? I struggled so hard to move even one step, and she just went in like that?" Dai Yao gave them a smug wink, "Hehehe~ See you later~" Then, in a flash, she disappeared into the spirit array.

Within the spirit array, clouds and mist swirled, creating an ethereal atmosphere, like a fairyland. Dai Yao was stunned by the scene before her as soon as she stepped in. This was no longer a formation; it was clearly a resort where fairies descended to earth. Cranes cried in unison, and the spiritual energy was so rich it almost overflowed. Taking a breath of it would make one feel ten years younger.

Just as I was admiring the beautiful scenery, I suddenly felt something moving under my feet.

Dai Yao looked down and saw a small, restrictive trap gleaming dangerously. Stepping on it would leave her either dead or badly injured. At the critical moment, a warm, large hand landed on her shoulder, and a deep, magnetic voice sounded: "Be careful, it's a trap." Dai Yao turned her head and met a pair of eyes as deep as the night sky. Their eyes locked, and time seemed to stand still. An ambiguous atmosphere filled the air, and her heart inexplicably raced.

Before she could even savor the thrill of the moment, she heard a piercing voice: "Hey! You over there, I discovered this spirit array first. If you know what's good for you, get out of here!" Xuan Yuanpo stood arrogantly in front of her, his nostrils flaring.

"Oh my god, are there still people who treat public places like their own backyard these days? Is the spirit array yours? Show me the property certificate!" Dai Yao retorted without any politeness.

Xuan Yuanpo's face turned pale and then red as he choked on his words, gritting his teeth and saying, "You...you..." "What do you mean, 'I'? If you're not convinced, come and fight!" Dai Yao raised her chin provocatively.

Just then, a charming voice came: "Oh dear, what's wrong with you two? You're so angry, be careful not to hurt your relationship~" Bai Shuang walked over.

Bai Shuang said a few sweet words and placed her hand on Xuan Yuanpo's arm. Xuan Yuanpo was captivated, his eyes glazed over, his anger dissipated, and he revealed a seductive look as he said, "Fairy Bai Shuang, don't be afraid. With me here, no one will dare to bully you."

Dai Yao rolled her eyes, inwardly mocking the poor acting. A wicked smile crept onto her lips as she secretly made a hand seal. A surge of spiritual energy flashed, and Xuan Yuanpo sneezed loudly, waking up. Seeing Bai Shuang's hand, he flung it away and roared, "What are you doing?!" Bai Shuang was stunned and looked at Dai Yao suspiciously.

Dai Yao spread her hands innocently: "Why are you so fierce? I was just a passerby watching the drama unfold."

"Stop pretending!" Xuan Yuanpo roared. "It must have been you! How dare you ruin my plans!"

Dai Yao retorted, "Young Master Xuanyuan, are you out of your mind? I'm just standing here doing nothing, how did I ruin your plans? But this Fairy Bai Shuang, her methods just now... tsk tsk tsk, truly an eye-opener! I wonder if Young Master Xuanyuan has ever heard the saying: 'Beware of fire, thieves, and green tea b*tches!'"

Xuan Yuanpo already suspected that Bai Shuang was using him, and after Dai Yao's words, he flew into a rage, pointing at Bai Shuang and cursing, "You, Bai Shuang! How dare you play me! I'll teach you a lesson today!" With that, he unleashed his magic weapon to attack Bai Shuang, who was not to be outdone, and the two instantly became embroiled in a fierce battle.

The surrounding explorers quickly retreated. Dai Yao watched the two bickering, secretly pleased, and chuckled to herself, "These two tried to scheme against me, and now they're reaping what they sowed." Taking advantage of the crowd's inattention, she quietly slipped into the depths of the spirit array.

She walked to a secluded corner and found the ground covered with densely packed runes that shimmered with a mysterious light.

"What...is this?" she murmured to herself, squatting down to examine it closely.

The runes were arranged in a seemingly chaotic yet orderly fashion, resembling both scribbles and encrypted poetry. Dai Yao reached out and touched one of the runes, her fingertips tingling as if she had been electrocuted. She quickly withdrew her hand, secretly glad she hadn't acted rashly.

She pondered how to break the spell, observing the shapes and arrangements of the runes while recalling the contents of the novel. Time passed, and fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead. This runic restriction was more complex than she had imagined, and she couldn't find the correct incantation despite trying various methods.

Just as she was about to give up, an idea flashed into her mind: "These runes... look familiar!" She squinted to take a closer look, and suddenly her eyes lit up. She couldn't help but slap her thigh and exclaim: "Isn't this the multiplication table from elementary school?!"

The surrounding runes flickered more intensely, seemingly mocking her, and Dai Yao was frantic with anxiety. However, upon clearly seeing those runes, the surrounding runes dimmed. Dai Yao shouted excitedly, "It's the multiplication table!"

Following the multiplication table sequence, she precisely channeled her spiritual power to activate the runes. In an instant, the runes on the ground burst into light, like mysterious flowers, and the passage slowly opened.

"It's done!" Dai Yao jumped up excitedly, just as she was about to enter the passage, a deep voice sounded in her ear: "You solved it so quickly, looks like you're not so stupid after all." Dai Yao turned around abruptly, only to find that there was no one behind her.

Startled, she glanced around warily and whispered, "Who? Who's speaking?"

"Want to know who I am? Then come in..." the voice rang out again, tinged with a hint of mockery.

Dai Yao hesitated for a moment, but ultimately couldn't resist her curiosity and stepped into the passage.

At the end of the passage, a figure slowly emerged, its face obscured, yet a powerful aura emanating from it. "You...who are you?" Dai Yao asked nervously. The figure chuckled softly and said slowly, "I am..."