Life Simulation: I Caused the Female Sword Immortal to Regret Forever Chapter 5:

The organization of Forest Sword Peak commenced under your guidance. A disciple from the alchemy hall faced a three-month penalty, assigned to tending the fire, due to the transgression of entering the hall with her left foot first.

This incident instilled such fear in the other disciples that they meticulously ensured they stepped through doorways with their right foot first.

You immersed yourself in cultivation, marking your inaugural New Year within the Heavenly Sword Sect by remaining in your cave dwelling alongside your sister, Xu Moli. A lavish feast was prepared in her honor.

The young girl was utterly delighted, consuming the delicious food with unceasing enthusiasm.

Winter's embrace cast a pall of desolation over the landscape.

Fallen leaves and withered blossoms gave way to stark, barren forests, their skeletal branches reaching towards the sky, swaying mournfully in the frigid wind as accumulating snowflakes draped the world in a pristine white blanket.

Xu Xi had never harbored a fondness for winter.

His aversion intensified after his entry into the simulated world. During the five years spent in Black Rock City, his earnings were just enough to sustain himself and his sister.

The acquisition of charcoal for warmth was an unattainable luxury.

Daily, Xu Xi would venture beyond the city's confines to gather cinders or collect fallen branches, which he would then transport back to kindle a meager fire.

Vivid recollections of those arduous winters remained etched in his memory—the biting sting of snowy winds upon his face, the sharp inhalation of frosty air into his lungs.

And without fail, each day, a small figure would be found huddled by the entrance of their wooden dwelling, shivering in the cold yet patiently awaiting his return.

Upon Xu Xi's arrival, she would cup his freezing, purplish cheeks with her small hands, striving to impart warmth. Her radiant smile served as a guiding light, a warm reception after his arduous day.

The relentless cold wind was a constant adversary, but her comforting presence provided him the fortitude to persevere.

Now, as a disciple of the Heavenly Sword Sect, with the abundant resources of Forest Sword Peak at his disposal, Xu Xi no longer endured such privations.

Yet, still, whenever the falling snow caught his eye, poignant memories of those challenging times would invariably resurface.

“Brother!”

The girl’s cheerful voice pierced through his reverie.

“I am here. What is it?”

“If you delay your meal further, the food will inevitably grow cold,” she chided playfully, her finger wagging admonishingly.

Xu Moli, having reached the age of six, attempted a stern expression. “You must consume your meal while it is still hot, brother!”

A smile touched Xu Xi’s lips, momentarily captivated by her earnest demeanor.

“Very well,” he conceded, reaching for his chopsticks.

They partook in their meal amidst a tranquil silence, their movements flowing in unison, as if guided by an unspoken, shared rhythm.

Even amidst the biting chill of winter, the warmth emanating from their shared companionship rendered the days endurable. Together, they eagerly anticipated the arrival of spring.

[A warm New Year was shared between you and your sister.]

[As the year turned, you inhaled deeply and successfully condensed a perfect Dao foundation Realm, establishing a new benchmark for the swiftest foundation establishment within the Heavenly Sword Sect. You officially became a cultivator of the Foundation Establishment realm.]

[Your master, Li Wanshou, bestowed upon you a supreme-grade flying sword, accompanied by a matching defensive artifact, as a reward.]

[Upholding your promise, you took your sister for a flight upon the sword. She joyfully conveyed her immense happiness to you.]

[Winter eventually yielded to spring, and life began to rejuvenate across the land.]

[As a cultivator in the Foundation Establishment realm, you assumed greater responsibilities within the sect. To preempt any feelings of boredom in your sister and to furnish her with future preparedness, you arranged for Xu Moli to attend a school.]

[On her inaugural day, her eyes brimmed with tears as she looked at you, mistakenly believing you intended to abandon her. Fortunately, this misunderstanding was promptly rectified.]

[With the passage of time, she demonstrated exceptional aptitude in her studies. Her innate intelligence and swift comprehension brought you considerable delight, though a latent concern lingered regarding her somewhat solitary disposition and scarcity of peer friendships.]

[You frequently found yourself contemplating the prospects of her future contentment.]

“Brother, is life considered long?”

“It possesses the potential to be,” Xu Xi responded.

“Or is life considered short?”

“That too is a possibility.”

“How can it embody both characteristics?” she inquired, her brow furrowed in perplexity.

“Such is the inherent nature of existence,” he elucidated with gentle patience.

Xu Moli engaged in a prolonged period of contemplation before offering her own conclusion. “Life appears rather burdensome. My sole desire is to remain perpetually with my brother. The need for friends is absent for me.”

[The young girl possessed her unique set of principles, and you could only permit her to follow the dictates of her own heart.]

[As the years unfurled, the profound connection between you and your sister deepened considerably.]

[In the seventh year, at the age of thirteen, you achieved another significant breakthrough in your cultivation journey, while Xu Moli, then seven, successfully concluded all her academic courses within a single year.]

[During the eighth year, at the age of fourteen, you ascended to the intermediate stage of the Foundation Establishment realm. Wielding a withered vine sword, you achieved victory against a cultivator in the pseudo-Core Formation stage. Whispers began to circulate, hailing you as a future master of the Golden Core stage, yet you remained notably impassive.]

[At the tender age of eight, Xu Moli commenced assisting with the daily chores on Forest Sword Peak. Her endearing deportment quickly won the hearts of the other disciples.]

[By the ninth year, at the age of fifteen, you had undergone a substantial transformation, shedding the vestiges of youthful innocence. Your presence commanded universal admiration, with both elders and juniors alike extolling you as a burgeoning prodigy of the righteous path.]

[At 9 years old, Xu Moli dedicated herself to managing Forest Sword Peak, performing admirably despite lacking cultivation talent.]

[By the tenth year, you were 16, and she was 10.]

Time marched forward relentlessly, and life continued to flourish.

Xu Xi found contentment in this existence.

Not only did he grow more powerful and achieve superior evaluation scores within his simulation, but he also ensured Xu Moli experienced a life of comfort and happiness.

Even though he was aware this world was merely a simulation, the emotions and experiences felt undeniably real.

Because of this, he desired to grant Xu Moli the most wonderful life imaginable.

“How swiftly time passes,” Xu Xi mused. “In the blink of an eye, the tenth year has arrived. Mo Li’s tenth birthday is upon us.”

He recalled the day he had rescued her, a smile touching his lips. It seemed like only yesterday.

At the age of 16, Xu Xi gazed towards the heavens, a wave of sentiment washing over him. He guided his sword back towards their cave, eager to celebrate his sister's birthday with a truly special gift.

Everything appeared idyllic, precisely as it ought to be.

“Brother…”

“Mo Li feels so much pain…”

Upon entering the cave, Xu Xi discovered the usual cheerful figure who would greet him was conspicuously absent.

Venturing deeper inside, he found her sprawled on the ground, her complexion alarmingly pale.

A trickle of blood escaped the corners of her mouth, painting her lips a stark crimson.

The sight sent an icy dread coursing through Xu Xi’s veins.

“Mo Li!” he exclaimed, rushing urgently to her side.

He wasted no time, pulling out every healing item at his disposal and exerting his utmost effort to save her.

Fortunately, his devoted actions yielded positive results.

After what felt like an eternity, though only half an hour had passed, the ten-year-old girl slowly fluttered her eyes open.

Catching sight of her brother, she managed a faint, tender smile.

“Mo Li knew… Brother… Brother would save me…”

“So, Mo Li waited…”

“At last, I waited…”