What does it mean that they all lived with lifelong regrets?

Lin Wuhua gave the order instinctively.

【closure】

The notification disappeared, but Lin Wuhua realized that he could summon it at any time.

The tinnitus is still there, but it has been greatly reduced.

"This is normal," the doctor explained. "The headband activates your thinking and makes you more alert."

"Many people at Extraordinary University are using this now."

The doctor pointed to a label on the headband.

"It belongs to standard equipment."

Lin Wuhua remained silent, only looking at the doctor with a chilling gaze.

But just as the doctor was about to say something, he nodded.

"Thank you all, I'll remember that."

......

Long after Lin Wuhua left, the doctor picked up the phone.

"Sir, the patient has already put on the headband."

"Yes, yes, the reaction is very obvious."

"The headband's activity is continuous; he'll go crazy soon, but there won't be any major problems."

"Yes, we will be careful and will not interfere too much."

"There will be no problem with your son's enrollment."

......

Welcome, Reincarnator!

[The "Book of Reincarnation" has been installed for you. Would you like to begin your first reincarnation?]

Lin Wuhua stared blankly at the light screen in front of him.

For a moment, he thought he was seeing things.

This light screen, this prompt, this opportune moment—what else could this be but a system that could save him from dire straits?

But he soon realized that wasn't the case.

At his prompting, the system began to introduce itself.

The purpose of the Book of Reincarnation is to establish anchor points for the other worlds that are constantly being integrated into.

When the host uses the Book of Reincarnation for simulation, the simulator will place the host into a virtual life constructed from the rules of another world.

In this simulation, the energy of the other world will be mobilized and continuously standardized through the cycle of reincarnation, eventually integrating into the local world.

[After the simulation ends, the host will receive "achievement rewards" based on their experiences in the cycle of reincarnation.]

All events that occur in the virtual world do not affect the real world; reincarnators are free to simulate as they please.

Lin Wuhua suddenly understood.

This thing isn't a system at all; it's just a cognitive shell chosen for him by the world's subconscious, and he's just a working-class person.

As for why it was him, it's probably because of his unusual behavior as a time traveler.

In that case, there's nothing more to ask.

He looked out the window, his expression darkening.

He was certain that the doctor gave him this with malicious intent.

The system's awakening suppressed that chaotic senses.

But if the system doesn't awaken, he might really go crazy.

He could also guess the mechanism—excessive information overwhelms the brain, inevitably leading to neurasthenia, and then madness.

After that, he became a reincarnator even if he wasn't one.

Lin Wuhua curled the corners of his mouth into a smile.

They probably didn't expect him to be a real time traveler.

But ironically, this thing was real, and it actually awakened his system.

"If I go out..."

Lin Wuhua closed his eyes.

"We'll see."

【confirm】

......

[This is a first-time simulation for the user, and a brief tutorial is required.]

[1. To prevent identity confusion and ensure the authenticity and consistency of the simulation experience, the simulator does not support changing names and appearances. The host will use their real name and appearance for the simulation.]

[2. Before the simulation begins, the simulator will provide a brief task introduction and exclusive life missions. Please pay attention, host.]

This task may be somewhat complex, but please trust that you can definitely complete it.

3. During the simulation, real-life time will be significantly slowed down (1:1000); in reality, time in the simulator will be paused; the host can rest when they feel fatigued.

[Meanwhile, during the simulation, the simulator will manage the host's actions and wake the host up as needed. Please feel free to simulate.]

[Confirmation required?]

【confirm】

[Command accepted]

[Capturing energy from another world... Complete...]

[Loading the rules of this other world... complete...]

[Fusing specific historical fragments... complete...]

[Identity embedding in progress... Complete...]

[World casting in progress...]

【3......】

【2......】

【1......】

[Enter the World]

.......

The countdown disappeared.

What lay before me was no longer a hospital ward, but a dilapidated temple in the wind and snow.

Before Lin Wuhua was a flickering fire, the firewood crackling quietly.

Memories flooded back.

[Current simulation theme confirmed: Sword Sect - Record of Forgetfulness]

[Character briefing has been distributed]

You are Lin Wuhua, an orphan who doesn't know who your biological parents are and grew up in the mundane world.

But you're not doing badly.

Before you had any memories, by chance, you were adopted and raised by a swordsman who was once an inner disciple of the Supreme Sword Sect.

Your master is your adoptive father and only relative, as well as the one who introduced you to the art of swordsmanship.

He named you "Lin Youshu" in the hope that you would read more books.

He said his biggest regret was that his aptitude was too low to cultivate the Supreme Sword Sect's Dao of Forgetfulness, and he always hoped that you would go to the Supreme Sword Sect to complete the path he had not finished.

But you don't agree.

Because of the influence of everyday life, you are more likely to identify with the warm and joyful times described by your master in the early days of traveling and drinking with your fellow disciples in the Sword Sect, rather than the cold and arduous training.

When you were sixteen, your master, who was deeply influenced by the Sword Sect's "Supreme Forgetfulness" philosophy and pursued "pure, ruthless swordsmanship," went mad and died.

To others, your master died pursuing his way of the sword, and you, having grown up, acknowledged and inherited his way of the sword, so his death was worthy of respect.

But you still don't agree.

The "ruthless" path will only lead your master to a lonely death and a rotting corpse.

This might not be the swordsmanship he wants, nor is it what you want.

Finally, after burying him with your own hands, you took your master's belongings and changed your name to "Lin Wuhua".

Your master had two last wishes: first, that you could enter the Supreme Sword Sect for further study and make use of your talent; and second, that his keepsake be returned to the Sword Sect.

You are determined to accomplish them—in your own way.

[Your exclusive life mission has been confirmed: Find the sword in your heart]

Lin Wuhua's perspective blurred for a moment.

The experiences of another "Lin Wuhua" from the simulator began to permeate him and were come to his understanding.

The process was natural and seamless.

Before Lin Wuhua could even get used to his new self, he heard the sound of pebbles rolling.

Lin Wuhua subconsciously raised his head.

A pair of timid, shivering eyes met his gaze.

[Guiding quest has been released: It seems you have a travel companion, bring her along]

[Hint: She possesses the "Ice Sword Bone" within her body]

Lin Wuhua sighed.

"Girl," his gentle expression was reflected in the woman's eyes, "come here."

Let's warm ourselves by the fire.