You've Gotten Thinner from Hunger (4K Remastered)

"Sir, I was wrong."

"Do you know what you did wrong?"

"I didn’t come to see you as quickly as I should have, sir."

……

"Elder brother, I was wrong too."

"Tell me."

"I arrived too late and nearly let you fall into danger."

……

The curtain of night quietly descended.

The house was silent, the candle flame burning slowly, casting faint light while wax dripped rapidly and solidified.

Its flickering glow illuminated the scene inside.

The expressions of the two girls were either regretful or furrowed.

"This…" Xu Xi’s expression was complicated, finding both responses rather peculiar.

However.

Now was not the time to dwell on it.

Xu Xi cleared his throat, his expression turning serious as he asked the two girls, "Mo Li, Ying Xue, can you tell me about your current circumstances?"

In previous simulations, Xu Xi had always acted alone.

He was curious.

How did the girls, who had entered the simulated world with supreme power, exist in this realm? Could they still wield their supreme abilities?

"Of course, elder brother."

Xu Moli pondered for a moment, organizing her words before explaining her experiences to Xu Xi.

The princess supplemented from the side.

Soon, Xu Xi understood the specifics of how the five girls existed within the simulated world.

What appeared in the Tianxuan Realm were not their true supreme forms, but rather fragments of consciousness that had traversed endless time and space to follow Xu Xi.

If needed.

Xu Moli and Wu Yingxue could wield supreme-level power at any time.

And leave this simulated world.

But they chose to stay, intending to explore the true nature of the Life Simulator alongside Xu Xi.

"Elder brother’s cycle of rebirth…"

"Truly extraordinary."

"This realm exists neither in the upstream nor downstream of time, nor does it belong to the present era."

"Causality shifts, reality and illusion intertwine."

Xu Moli thought for a moment before concluding, "If we can stay in this world a little longer… I believe we might uncover something."

Her delicate hand rose.

Fingertips shimmered.

A miniature world, flickering between existence and nothingness,

suddenly materialized in midair.

This was the Tianxuan Realm of the sixth simulation, as seen from a supreme perspective.

At times real, at times illusory—like a hazy, indistinct dream.

Xu Xi could roughly guess the reason.

Real, because the Tianxuan Realm truly existed.

Illusory, because the influence of the Life Simulator had altered the world’s trajectory.

"Their supreme status far surpasses mine."

"With Mo Li and the others helping to explore the simulator’s nature, there’s hardly anything left for me to do."

Xu Xi belatedly realized something.

He.

Could just… relax?

……

[You have successfully reunited with your sister and the princess.]

[This is your first time simulating alongside others.]

[You feel a sense of wonder.]

[You find this experience extraordinary.]

[You have a premonition that this fantasy-themed simulation will be your easiest one yet.]

[With three red-tier traits and five supreme beings by your side, you can’t imagine anything in the Tianxuan Realm that could challenge you.]

[The effect of the "Chosen by Fate" trait is active…]

[Your Fate Body is undergoing a transformation, your comprehension has grown even more terrifying, and in the span of a breath, you break through to the seventh stage of Profound Power.]

[You train diligently.]

[And continuously receive elixirs, your cultivation advancing in small leaps daily and great leaps weekly.]

"Elder brother, I brought some elixirs for you."

"Sir, I also brought some rare spiritual herbs."

His sister and the princess were enthusiastic.

In the Tianxuan Realm.

Their initial identities were noble—either disciples of prestigious sects or daughters of aristocratic families—never lacking in resources to enhance their strength.

Xu Xi accepted them readily.

This wasn’t his first time relying on their support; he was accustomed to it and felt no guilt.

However…

"Mo Li, Ying Xue."

Xu Xi looked at the small mountain of elixirs, hesitating before speaking, "Isn’t this… a bit too much?"

"Not at all, sir."

"You’ve grown thinner—you must replenish yourself properly!"

With that.

Wu Yingxue pushed a large quantity of body-nourishing spiritual herbs into Xu Xi’s arms.

Whoosh—

Xu Xi broke through again.

Merely absorbing the energy wafting from the herbs.

His cultivation advanced once more, reaching the eighth stage of Profound Power.

"I can break through just like that?"

Xu Xi was stunned. With three red-tier traits and supreme beings feeding him resources, advancing in cultivation was as effortless as eating or drinking.

……

[Your cultivation progresses smoothly.]

[Breakthrough after breakthrough!]

[You advance relentlessly, like a rekindled star burning away past mediocrity, forcefully shattering the bottlenecks of new realms.]

[The Human Profound Realm is achieved in an instant.]

[As your strength transforms, the soul sealed within your bone ring is finally released—as you expected, it’s Servia.]

A ring.

A common protagonist’s cheat.

In many stories, it often houses a weapon spirit or the soul of an ancient powerhouse, providing the protagonist with support and powerful techniques.

Naturally.

When Servia emerged from the bone ring.

She bestowed upon Xu Xi a cultivation manual from the fantasy realm, along with additional skills in alchemy and artifact forging.

"You’ve worked hard, Servia."

Truthfully, earlier.

His sister and the princess had already brought Xu Xi numerous manuals and precious knowledge of the Tianxuan Realm.

But Xu Xi didn’t disregard the warrior’s efforts.

With a gentle smile, he expressed his gratitude.

"Servia, how are you holding up now?" Xu Xi asked.

"Worry not, Great Sorcerer. I am perfectly fine," the spirit manifested into a tangible form, standing in the sunlight, her emerald eyes bright and lively.

Clearly.

As a supreme being, Servia.

Wasn’t like those useless "ring grandpas" who could only wait for the protagonist’s salvation to appear in reality.

"Great Sorcerer, you seem… somewhat displeased?"

"No, Servia. I’m just… feeling a little sentimental."

Xu Xi reached out, gently stroking Servia’s head, feeling the smoothness of her platinum hair.

This simulation.

Had been far too smooth.

No setbacks, no hardships, no enemies he couldn’t defeat.

His strength grew at an astonishing pace, his comprehension and luck unparalleled, and no matter what happened, several supreme beings were there to back him up.

Even the exploration of the simulator.

Required no effort from Xu Xi.

Thus, in this fleeting moment, Xu Xi—accustomed to struggling in simulations—suddenly felt a sense of unreality, as if everything was too perfect, too comfortable.

"Great Sorcerer, do you not like it this way?"

"I do."

Xu Xi smiled, ruffling the warrior’s hair again. "Let’s go, Servia."

A protagonist doesn’t stay in one place forever.

Having reached the Human Profound Realm, Xu Xi prepared to leave Cangwu City and journey to other lands.

"Krisha and Ailei still haven’t arrived."

"Which means they aren’t near Cangwu City."

"To find them, we’ll have to travel elsewhere. If I’m not mistaken, they’re likely involved in the protagonist’s later plotlines."

Xu Xi gazed at the sky, sunlight spilling freely over his face, softening his features.

Engagement annulments and crippled talents.

Are classic protagonist beginnings.

But they’re only the beginning.

Most of the time, they’re followed by auctions, martial tournaments, heroic rescues, and clashes between righteousness and evil—classic tropes of the genre.

Thus.

Xu Xi speculated that the witch and the mechanical servant would appear in later plot locations.

...

...

[Due to his progress in strength]

[You decide to leave Cangwu City and officially begin exploring the Tianxuan Realm]

[A world where countless races thrive and mighty beings vie for supremacy]

[This is a true grand world, radiant with immortal light and oppressive divine might. Numerous spiritual bodies, sacred bodies, and divine bodies embark on the path of dominance, all striving to attain the imperial realm and reign supreme]

[You feel a sense of nostalgia]

You realize the worldview of the Tianxuan Realm closely resembles the Xuanhuan novels you grew up reading—a classic, blood-pumping world of fantasy and passion.

[After careful consideration, you narrow down your options to two destinations]

[The Ancient Desolate Mountain Range and the various sects and sacred grounds]

[The former is teeming with primordial beasts, making it the perfect training ground for a protagonist]

[The latter serves as the gathering place for the human powerhouses of the Eastern Wasteland, offering a grand stage to build your reputation]

[You plan meticulously]

[Pondering how to maximize the effects of your three red traits]

[At the same time, you instinctively consider the well-being of those around you, thinking of ways to protect them]

[Even though, given their supreme status, they no longer need your care]

The fallen genius left Cangwu City.

Following the path of a protagonist.

Venturing toward lands more distant, perilous, and turbulent.

Along the way, Xu Xi continuously contemplated how to grow stronger while ensuring the safety of the girls.

It was a habit of his.

A habit forged in the simulated worlds—bearing all burdens alone, worrying and planning for those beside him.

Seeking a cure for his sister.

Accompanying the witch through a lifetime.

Leading the princess and the Army of Survival out of the Ten Thousand Mountains.

Burning his soul to empower the mechanical servant.

Shielding the hero from the world-ending malice.

Time and again, Xu Xi stumbled forward in the simulated worlds, rarely allowing himself a moment of respite.

But this time, he suddenly realized—there seemed to be nothing left for him to do.

Habitually,

He wanted to arrange everything in advance.

Yet before he could act, the three girls had already taken care of everything.

"Brother’s reincarnation cycles will be observed and verified by me."

"Sir’s daily needs—food, clothing, and lodging—will be handled by me."

"The safety of Lord Sorcerer will be my responsibility, with me guarding him at all times."

Xu Moli, Wu Yingxue, and Servia quickly divided their tasks among themselves.

"Wait, what about me?"

"Lord Sorcerer’s only task is to rest properly."

Facing Xu Xi’s question, the noble maiden with platinum hair responded earnestly: "In the past, we’ve always relied on Lord Sorcerer’s care. Now, it’s our turn to repay him."

His sister and the princess echoed the sentiment.

They claimed Xu Xi had overworked himself in the past—always neglecting his own needs, always prioritizing others.

In this unique Xuanhuan simulation, they insisted he take it easy for once.

"Come now, Sir, just relax."

Without giving him a chance to argue, Wu Yingxue pressed her hands on Xu Xi’s shoulders, forcing him to sit in her dragon-horse carriage.

She giggled, her eyes sparkling with mischief, as if finally fulfilling a long-held dream: "This time, it’s not your turn to play the hero."

The moon in the sky need not lift a finger.

Simply by hanging in the heavens,

Its reflection fills the empty waters below, bringing life to the once-silent surface.

"...Alright then."

After a moment of hesitation, Xu Xi relented to their request.

In the days that followed,

Xu Xi relinquished control entirely.

At first, it felt unbearably awkward—unaccustomed to such leisure and idleness in a simulated world.

But as he observed the girls, he came to a realization.

His sister,

The princess,

Even the hero—

They had all grown capable and dependable.

In some aspects, they even surpassed him, leaving no room for concern.

"A simulation where I do nothing…"

"Doesn’t seem so bad…"

During their journey, Xu Xi sat inside the dragon-horse carriage, calmly sipping fragrant tea as he watched the untamed scenery flash by outside.

Beasts roamed freely.

Monstrous creatures lurked.

The heavens and earth shifted; mountains crumbled, and seas dried.

Even a protagonist blessed by fate would struggle to traverse such a path in their early, weaker stages.

But now,

With three supreme beings clearing the way and the dragon-horse beasts pulling the carriage, their progress was remarkably smooth.

Xu Xi wanted to find something to do.

Yet no matter where he looked, the girls had everything under control—leaving no room for his interference.

"Gulp—"

"Gulp—"

He drank his tea slowly,

Feeling the spiritual energy circulate through his meridians.

Xu Xi activated his cultivation technique, refining the energy instantly, turning it into the foundation for his growing power.

"Perhaps Servia and the others are right. I really should take a proper break this time."

"With protagonist traits like these,"

"It wouldn’t hurt to enjoy the perks for once."

...

[First month after leaving Cangwu City]

[Your fame spreads far and wide]

[Several nearby human cities learn of the once-called "good-for-nothing" Xu Xi—not only avoiding humiliation from a broken engagement but even becoming the Wu family’s son-in-law]

[For some reason, the news spreads unnervingly fast]

[Before long, nearly half the Eastern Wasteland hears of it]

[Wu Yingxue solemnly vows to track down the rumor-mongers, but half a month later, the gossip only intensifies]

[Some grow resentful]

[They deem a "waste" like you unworthy of marrying into the prestigious Wu family]

[One man, his face twisted with jealousy, blocks your carriage and hurls insults, declaring you unfit to wed Wu Yingxue]

"Women belong only to the strong!"

The challenger delivers this arrogant proclamation,

Demanding a duel with Xu Xi.

Xu Xi doesn’t respond.

Instead, with a mere thought, he channels his vast bloodline energy and slashes the air with a palm strike.

In an instant,

The void trembles. Thunder roars. Lightning splits the sky.

The distant earth ruptures with a deafening crack.

"W-What?!"

"Earth Profound Realm!"

"This kid… is actually this terrifying?!"

Countless onlookers gasp in shock, their faces paling as they instinctively suck in cold breaths.

...

[Second month after leaving Cangwu City]

[Your display of power shifts public opinion—no longer calling you a "waste," they now hail you as a genius reborn]

[Some exclaim in awe: "The Wu family’s son-in-law is terrifying to this extent!"]

[The marriage rumors grow wilder, defying Wu Yingxue’s every attempt to suppress them]

[You soothe her gently, assuring her she needn’t blame herself]

...

[Third month after leaving Cangwu City]

[You pass through a human city hosting an auction]

[Protagonist’s Luck activates… Misfortune Reversed activates…]

[You participate in the auction, acquiring a rusted bronze mirror at a low price. Many scoff, dismissing you as a clueless pretty boy wasting money]

You drip the blood of your Fate's Chosen Body onto the mirror.

[Congratulations! You’ve obtained the ancient treasure—Heaven’s Secret Mirror—and awakened its spirit, Ailei]