Chapter 1

Boop!

As the first rays of light rose, a deep sound sounded from Lu Xiaoran’s dantian.

He opened his eyes, and two lightning-like purple lights flashed in them as the corners of his mouth curled up.

“Hah! Finally, I broke through. I heard that the sect master is only at the Creation Realm, and I’ve already broken through to the Shattering Void Realm. I should be considered the strongest existence in the Heaven Demon Sect, right?”

Lu Xiaoran was originally not from this world. Ten years ago, he had transmigrated to this strange and mysterious world where the strong were respected. After transmigrating, he realized that he had obtained a system and also became an inner sect elder of the Heaven Demon Sect.

He originally thought that he would reach the peak of his life.

In the end, it turned out that this system took forever to load.

It had been ten years and it was still loading.

Helpless, Lu Xiaoran could only rely on himself.

For the past ten years, he had never left his home or left his home. He cultivated in a low profile and developed steadily. At the same time, he also developed his skills for array formations, pill refinement, weapon refinement, and various other secondary professions related to cultivation.

Finally, today, his cultivation level broke through to the Shattering Void Realm and he became the strongest person in the Heaven Demon Sect.

Although there were even more powerful existences outside the Heaven Demon Sect, those big shots were even more ignoble. They would casually go into seclusion for hundreds or thousands of years and basically wouldn’t come out unless there was something serious.

Therefore, he could live a peaceful life in the Heaven Demon Sect.

Ding… system loading progress at 100%. Do you want to activate it? ‘

“System?”

Lu Xiaoran was stunned for a moment before saying,

“You’re late. I’ve already cultivated to the Shattering Void Realm and become a top-notch expert.”

“A top-notch expert at the Shattering Void Realm? Then what do you consider a Martial Monarch Realm expert?”

Lu Xiaoran :”…”

“Are you even aware of the Supreme Realm?”

Lu Xiaoran :”…”

“Have you experienced the Tribulation Transcendence Realm?”

Lu Xiaoran :”…”

“Have you heard of the Saint Realm?”

Lu Xiaoran: “System, stop talking. Activate.”

“Activated successfully. Congratulations to the host for binding the invincible strongest master system.”

Lu Xiaoran held his chin.

“Invincible and strongest. It sounds very powerful. Then, System, sign in for me.”

“This system does not have the sign-in feature.”

“Oh, so it’s a lucky draw? Fine then, give me an SSS-level reward or something. Do you have the mastered Primordial Sacred Body? Or perhaps you have something that can help me reach the Martial Monarch Realm? It’s also fine if it’s a divine artifact.”

“That feature is also not available.”

Lu Xiaoran fell silent.

“Then what features do you have?”

“This system is the invincible strongest master system. Its main feature is to take in disciples.”

“Is it too late for me to unbind myself from the system?”

“Once the system is bound, it will be bound for life.”

“Damn you!”

Lu Xiaoran was so furious that he almost broke down. This system was too despicable.

It was one thing for it to only be activated after ten years, but it was actually a master system that made him take in disciples.

What a joke!

He had not come this far step by step to become someone’s teacher and take in disciples.

As if sensing Lu Xiaoran’s anger, the system responded again.

“The mission of this system is to take in disciples. If the disciple increases his or her cultivation, the host will also be able to increase his own cultivation. If the disciple comprehends a cultivation technique, the host will also comprehend the cultivation technique.”

Hiss!

Lu Xiaoran instantly felt his scalp turn numb.

Hearing this explanation, he finally understood the meaning of being invincible and strongest.

This was simply too monstrous.

If he took in a disciple, he would be able to obtain the same results without even cultivating.

In this way, what was the point of cultivating? As long as he kept taking in disciples and made these disciples cultivate, he could increase his cultivation level and cultivation technique proficiency without having to put in any work.

If he accepted a billion disciples, even if they were all ordinary people, as long as they all increased their cultivation by a little, he could instantly progress by a lot.

It had to be known that it was probably as difficult as ascending to the heavens for a person to cultivate to the Martial Monarch Realm. Other than having exceptional talent, it also required extremely great luck.

However, it was very easy for anyone to cultivate and achieve slight improvements.

As if seeing through Lu Xiaoran’s thoughts again, the system notified him again.

“The system doesn’t accept trash disciples. It only accepts disciples above the S-level.”

“What level does one need to reach to be considered as an S-level?”

“At least Martial Monarch Realm.”

“Please unbind me from the system.”

Martial Monarch Realm? What a joke!

In the entire world, how many people reach the Martial Monarch Realm? In a hundred thousand or a million people, there might not even be one Martial Monarch Realm expert.

What was the use of this system?

The system hurriedly explained,

“The system will automatically search for S-level geniuses. The host only needs to take in disciples. Currently, at the foot of the Heaven Demon Sect’s mountain, there’s an S-level genius.”

“If that’s the case, that’s fine.”

Lu Xiaoran reluctantly accepted this system.

After all, with his talent and the resources of the Heaven Demon Sect, it was simply wishful thinking for him to find a Martial Monarch Realm expert.

He could use this system to nurture some disciples and let them cultivate. In this way, his cultivation could also increase equally.

In the future, he might even break through to the Martial Monarch Realm.

There was an S-level genius at the foot of the mountain now. He should take him in first.

Thinking of this, Lu Xiaoran thought of something and instantly disappeared from his spot.

Soon, he arrived at the foot of the Heaven Demon Sect.

Today was the day of the Heaven Demon Sect’s disciple recruitment. A large number of martial artist newbies had gathered at the foot of the mountain, wanting to become the disciples of the Heaven Demon Sect.

After all, the Heaven Demon Sect was one of the top sects in the Great Zhou. The resources inside were so abundant that it made people envious.

“You’re not qualified.”

Lu Xiaoran had just appeared at the entrance of the mountain when he heard the assessment elder’s cold and heartless voice.

He followed the other party’s gaze and saw a man in black with a pale face and severed meridians.

“Is this…?”

Lu Xiaoran’s eyes moved slightly. As an expert of the Shattering Void Realm, he could naturally tell at a glance that the other party’s meridians had been shattered by someone else. The other party would never be able to step into the martial path again in his life.

However!

On his forehead was a huge “S”!

This immediately made Lu Xiaoran feel a headache.

Did the system make a mistake?

However, soon, the system handed him a document, allowing him to understand the other party’s identity.

Yun Lige.

He was originally a son of the Yun family in Jiangdu. He was talented and intelligent, and his talent and bloodline were even extraordinary. At a young age, he had already stepped into the low-level Master Realm.

Moreover, he had an engagement with the daughter of the Jiang Capital’s City Lord, Jiang Luoyu. It could be said that he was a standard rich second-generation heir. He was young and promising, and everything he could wish for.

Logically speaking, his life should have been smooth sailing.

In the end, he was defeated by a nobody that Jiang Luoyu liked and even had his meridians broken.

The Yun family naturally would not let the matter rest. Their entire family got involved, but they were all wiped out in a single wave. Yun Lige was also expelled from the Jiang Capital and was never allowed to enter again!

“Did this guy provoke a hot shot?”

The corner of Lu Xiaoran’s mouth twitched and he had an inexplicable bad feeling.

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Chapter 2

“System, is he a villain? If I take him in, won’t I become enemies with that hot shot in the future?”

“As the saying goes, with risk, comes benefit. Master, don’t be afraid. Although the villains have poor luck, this guy’s talent is definitely not bad. After all, not everyone is qualified to become a stepping stone for hot shots.”

“What you said makes sense. I’ll give you a name. In the future, your name will be Wang Cai.”

“Wang Cai? I can tell that this is a lucky name that will bring me a bright future. Thank you for giving me this name, Master.”

Lu Xiaoran nodded and walked towards the entrance with his hands behind his back.

What Wang Cai said was not unreasonable. A villain who could be stepped on by the protagonist was also not simple.

In any case, he only needed to bring him along and let him live an ignoble life in the Heaven Demon Sect to increase his cultivation.

If the other party did not cultivate to the limit and did not provoke that hot shot, he would not be in any danger.

On Yun Lige’s side, he was still somewhat unwilling to accept what had happened. In his life, he had never done anything bad. However, his fiancée had been stolen and his entire family had been destroyed. How could he let such a huge grudge go?

“Elder, although my meridians have all been severed, I heard that the Heaven Demon Sect has a Spirit Replenishing Pill that can extend one’s meridians. It’s rare in the world. Therefore, I’ve specially come to join the Heaven Demon Sect. Elder, please give me a chance.”

The elder glanced at him and said speechlessly, “You also know that that’s a rare medicinal pill. How could it be casually given to a new disciple? Leave. Stop wasting time.”

“Elder, my talent is not bad. As long as I can repair my meridians, I definitely won’t disappoint the sect.”

“How do I know if your talent is good or not? Moreover, the Spirit Replenishing Pill is too precious, so I don’t have it. Stop talking and leave quickly. If you don’t leave, don’t blame me for getting someone to throw you out.”

Yun Lige clenched his fists tightly, but he was helpless.

The status of the Heaven Demon Sect was extraordinary. Even in his previous state, he was not qualified to join, let alone now when he was only a cripple.

However, at this moment, a calm voice sounded quietly in his ear.

“You want to enter the Heaven Demon Sect?”

Yun Lige was stunned. He turned his head towards the voice and was slightly shocked.

The other party was a handsome cultivator. His appearance was refined and his aura was outstanding like an immortal.

Before he could react, the elder in charge of the assessment hurriedly ran in front of Lu Xiaoran and bowed.

“Greetings, Elder Lu.”

Lu Xiaoran waved his hand, indicating that there was no need for him to be polite. Then, he arrived beside Yun Lige.

“Why do you want to enter the Heaven Demon Sect?”

Yun Lige was quick-witted and knew that Lu Xiaoran’s status was definitely not low. He immediately lowered his head and cupped his hands.

“Elder, I want revenge.”

“With your current state, the difficulty you will face if you want to take revenge will probably far exceed your imagination.”

Yun Lige’s gaze was firm, as if flames were burning in it.

“Even if I have to climb a mountain of blades or enter a sea of flames, I will definitely work hard. Unless I die and my Dao dissipates, I will definitely do all that I can.”

Lu Xiaoran nodded. That’s right. The path of cultivation was long and boring. What one needed was passion and unwavering faith.

“In that case, are you willing to take me as your master?”

“What?”

As soon as he said this, everyone was shocked.

Everyone could tell that Lu Xiaoran’s status was not low. Otherwise, even the assessment elders would not be so polite to him.

However, such an expert from the Heaven Demon Sect had actually agreed to take in Yun Lige, whose meridians had been severed, as his disciple. This was simply unbelievable.

Just how lucky was this Yun Lige?

Yun Lige was not stupid. Without saying a word, he immediately knelt down and worshiped the other party.

“Disciple Yun Lige greets Master.”

After being successfully acknowledged as the other party’s master, a clear female voice sounded in Lu Xiaoran’s mind.

Ding… congratulations on obtaining your first disciple. You will be rewarded with a Primordial Chaos Emperor Scripture and a Primordial Chaos Battle God Spear. ‘

Lu Xiaoran looked inside and his face twitched.

A top-grade Martial Monarch Realm cultivation technique?

And a top-grade Martial Monarch Realm weapon?

Wang Cai had not disappointed him.

Even someone like Lu Xiaoran did not have a Martial Monarch Realm cultivation technique or Martial Monarch Realm weapon yet.

If these two items were released, it would probably immediately cause chaos in the world!

Indeed, hacking was a hundred times stronger than cultivating.

Damn!

Lu Xiaoran felt really good.

The assessment elder immediately surrounded and dissuaded.

“Elder Lu, that won’t do. His meridians are all broken. If you accept him, it will definitely ruin your reputation.”

Lu Xiaoran retracted his thoughts and smiled.

“It’s fine. My Zhishui Peak also lacks a handyman to clean. Let him clean the place and give him a chance.”

The assessment elder touched his nose and smiled awkwardly.

“Since you insist, Elder Lu, then I suppose. I’ll help him register now.”

“Yeah.”

Lu Xiaoran nodded and threw him a small porcelain bottle. Then, he grabbed Yun Lige with one hand and brought him back to Zhishui Peak like an eagle holding a chick.

The assessment elder opened the porcelain bottle and took a look. He immediately drew a cold breath.

“Hiss ~! It’s actually a Qi Gathering Pill! As expected of an inner sect elder, how generous. This is definitely not something us low-level elders can compare to.”

On the other side, Lu Xiaoran brought Yun Lige back to Zhishui Peak before throwing him on the grass.

He stood in front of Yun Lige.

“Although you have acknowledged me as your master, before I officially teach you the cultivation technique, I have to explain some rules to you first.”

Yun Lige knelt obediently in front of Lu Xiaoran.

“Please tell me, Master.”

Lu Xiaoran nodded and said, “Although our Heaven Demon Sect has the word ‘demon’ in its name, it’s not the kind of evil demon sect that kills without batting an eye. Instead, it’s a martial arts sect recognized by the Great Zhou Empire. The name has the word ‘demon’ in it just to be domineering.”

“Therefore, firstly, you are not allowed to casually harm ordinary people outside.”

“Secondly, if you encounter evil people who harm others, you have to lend a hand to those being harmed. You have to promote the reputation of my Heaven Demon Sect and help the sect publicize and attract more disciples.”

“Third, in the sect, you have to respect the old and love the young. You have to be a team player and not do anything rash.”

“Fourth, if you encounter anyone who dares to humiliate our Heaven Demon Sect outside, you have to stand up for the sect. You can’t let others humiliate the reputation of our sect.”

“These four points are the rules of our Heaven Demon Sect.”

“Yes! I’ll remember it.”

Lu Xiaoran nodded in satisfaction again.

“That’s right. Next, I’ll tell you the rules of Zhishui Peak.”

“Yes.”

“The rules of Zhishui Peak are very simple. The key is the word ‘ignoble’!”

“Ah?”

Yun Lige could not help but be somewhat dumbfounded. Lu Xiaoran continued,

“Firstly, except for the first and third rules, you don’t have to obey all the rules of the Heaven Demon Sect .”

Yun Lige :”…”

“Secondly, we definitely won’t take the initiative to provoke trouble. It’s best if we don’t step out of the range of Zhishui Peak. We don’t want to compete with anyone, don’t casually make friends, and don’t casually make enemies. Most importantly, we don’t expose our true cultivation.”

Yun Lige :”…”

“Third, if someone really provokes us, we have to observe the situation before deciding to attack.”

“The key to this is: It’s best for you to run when you’re both at the same level. If your opponent is at a lower level, you should directly kill the other party with your ultimate technique. After killing the other party, you have to grind their bones and scatter their ashes. You have to be fast and leave no traces. If you can fight in a group, you shouldn’t fight alone. If you can run, it’s best not to fight.”

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Chapter 3

“Fourth, if you really encounter any big trouble, such as the ancient family, please don’t expose my name and address.”

Yun Lige’s face twitched fiercely.

After a while, he finally barely digested the information. Then, he couldn’t help but ask carefully,

“Master, shouldn’t martial artists advance courageously and never back down?”

Lu Xiaoran sneered.

“Have you been reading too many self-help books? Let me tell you honestly. In this world, the strong are respected. As long as you cultivate step by step, you’ll be fine. However, the premise is that you don’t encounter an extremely terrifying and unstable existence. As long as you encounter one, even if you are a Martial Monarch Realm expert, you might still die!”

Hiss!

Yun Lige could not help but gasp and widen his eyes.

“How can there be such an existence in this world?”

“Of course there are! And there are many more! I call them ‘hackers’!”

“hackers?”

“That’s right! This so-called ‘hacker’ might be a peasant boy you look down on, or a handyman beside you. It might even be a guy like you who can’t even cultivate.”

“They’re usually the most despised and mocked by the human world. However, in fact, their luck is monstrous and far surpasses ordinary people. They can easily find an ancient inheritance just by browsing a street stall. Despite being poor, rich and beautiful girls will still fall madly in love with them.”

“Even if your strength far surpasses theirs and you press on step by step, you still won’t be able to beat them. In the end, you will discover that the speed of their growth far exceeds your imagination. By then, it will already be too late. The other party will seek revenge by killing you, and then your parents and your family. In the end, everyone you care for will all be wiped out by him. As the saying goes, when you die, your family gets buried with you.”

Boom!

Hearing this, Yun Lige’s mind suddenly trembled violently. His entire body even began to shake uncontrollably.

Wasn’t his master talking about what had happened to him?

That brat was only a brat from a declining family in Jiang City. He did not even have enough money to pay for the tuition fees.

He had never thought much of him. In fact, he did not even know that there was someone like him in Jiang City.

However, that brat had grown from an unknown junior to an existence that could destroy his entire Yun family.

Not only that, but he had also obtained the favor of his fiancee, making a dignified daughter of an aristocratic family fall head over heels for him!

Yun Lige racked his brains but could not figure out what had led to this outcome.

He did not expect to be enlightened by his master today.

An expert!

An absolute expert!

He had found the right master.

Yun Lige knelt upright, his eyes red as he stared fixedly at Lu Xiaoran, his expression extremely excited.

“Master, you’re right. I will definitely abide by your rules. Without your permission, I won’t even take half a step out of Zhishui Peak.”

Lu Xiaoran nodded in satisfaction. This disciple was very perceptive.

He patted the back of Yun Lige’s head.

“You’re indeed promising. In that case, Master can also teach you the cultivation technique without worry.”

Yun Lige nodded and immediately asked curiously,

“But Master, my meridians are all broken. Don’t you need to help me repair my meridians first?”

Lu Xiaoran chuckled.

“Who said that you can’t cultivate just because your meridians are broken? The Dao is vast and there are a lot of different techniques. Today, I’ll teach you the Primordial Chaos Emperor Scripture. Cultivate well and it will lead you to a new starting point!”

As soon as he finished speaking, Lu Xiaoran flicked his finger and sent the Primordial Chaos Emperor Scripture into the space between Yun Lige’s eyebrows.

After receiving the Primordial Chaos Emperor Scripture, Yun Lige only swept his gaze over it and was immediately shocked until his eyes widened, his face filled with disbelief.

“Oh my God, Master… this… this…”

He was already shocked speechless.

If Lu Xiaoran had given him a Heaven Realm cultivation technique, he might only be excited. However, he would definitely not be frightened.

However, Lu Xiaoran actually gave him a Martial Monarch Realm cultivation technique!

Was he dreaming?

This was a top-grade Martial Monarch Realm cultivation technique!

A supreme divine technique that could allow one to cultivate to the Martial Monarch Realm!

A peerless treasure that even Martial Monarch Realm experts would covet!

Was his master really willing to give it to him so easily?

Lu Xiaoran glanced at him angrily and said, “Look at you. It’s just a Martial Monarch Realm cultivation technique and you’re already so excited? Hurry up and cultivate well. I’ll go refine some medicinal pills.”

Hiss!

Yun Lige immediately felt his scalp turn numb, and the hair on his body stood up. It was as if waves of electricity were scraping his skin.

He was once again shocked speechless by Lu Xiaoran.

A grand Martial Monarch Realm cultivation technique and a rare treasure was actually insignificant to his master. If his master did not even care about Martial Monarch Realm cultivation techniques, then just how powerful was he?

Because he was too shocked, he stood rooted to the ground for dozens of seconds.

When he reacted, he hurriedly spoke with a serious expression.

“Master, this is too precious. This is a Martial Monarch Realm cultivation technique…”

Lu Xiaoran waved his hand and said angrily, “Stop talking nonsense. As a man, don’t waste your breath like a woman. If you want to thank me, cultivate this cultivation technique well and become an expert of a generation, leaving your name in history. That is the best way for you to repay me.”

“Master.”

Yun Lige was touched and speechless from excitement. After a moment, he steadied his mind.

“Yes! Don’t worry, Master. I won’t disappoint you.”

Seeing that Yun Lige was so firm, Lu Xiaoran finally nodded in satisfaction. Then, he turned around and left.

“Make the best use of your time to cultivate. Also, build a house yourself when you have the time.”

“Yes!”

After Lu Xiaoran left, Yun Lige immediately clenched his fists tightly. As he sensed the prestige emitted from the Martial Monarch Realm cultivation technique, hope reignited in his eyes.

“Dad, Mom, did you see that? Your son has already become a disciple of a peerless expert. With his guidance, your son will definitely cultivate successfully again. Then, we’ll find that bastard and that slut to avenge our humiliation!”

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On this side, after Lu Xiaoran returned to his room, he could no longer maintain his solemn expression. His brows were furrowed tightly and he could not help but feel heartache.

That was a top-grade Martial Monarch Realm cultivation technique!

He had yet to cultivate and was already giving it away. His heart really ached.

However, there was nothing he could do about it. He had long used his mental strength to look through it. The prerequisite for cultivating the Primordial Chaos Emperor Scripture was to remove all his cultivation and then break all the meridians in his body. Only with a Meridianless Body could he cultivate it.

This method was too painful. Lu Xiaoran only took a look and gave up on cultivating it.

In any case, he could obtain as much cultivation as Yun Lige obtained.

If Yun Lige learned the Primordial Chaos Emperor Scripture, it meant that he would have also learned it.

Yun Lige’s talent was not as strong as his, and his cultivation speed was much slower.

Nevertheless, it still meant that he did not have to put in any work.

Thinking of this, Lu Xiaoran threw the materials into the alchemy furnace and began to refine pills.

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