Cultivating Immortality :I Obtained The Villain's Ascension Code
In the world of cultivation, countless tales follow righteous protagonists, fated heroes blessed by destiny, or those chosen by heaven to walk the path of immortality.
But what of those who stand in their way?
What of the villains? The so-called obstacles to the hero’s journey—do they not bleed, dream, and struggle as well?
Xiao Ning was never meant to succeed.
From the very beginning, the Grand Dao wove him as a stepping stone—a necessary sacrifice to elevate another. His path, like that of all designated ‘villains,’ was doomed to failure by design.
But what happens when that design is defied?
After death, Xiao Ning awakens—not in the cycle of reincarnation, but in the cold silence beyond it. There, he is offered the Eternal Paradox Codex—a forbidden artifact containing the hidden truths of the Grand Dao System itself.
Rules. Loopholes. Vulnerabilities.
Knowledge not meant for those like him.
With this power, Xiao Ning is granted a single, impossible choice: accept oblivion, or step outside the Grand Dao entirely—to abandon fate, sever karma, and cultivate a path unbound by heaven or law.
It is Xiao Ning’s journey, from ashes to something beyond comprehension.
Not to become an Immortal among men.
But something even the heavens dare not bind.
If fate is a chain…
Then let him forge his own path in the void beyond.
Welcome to this humble tale.
The cultivation world is vast and unkind.
Let us begin again—on our terms.
While this story’s premise might defy conventions—and perhaps even ratings—it’s a freely available tale, so take it for what it is. Let’s ditch the tired tropes: no 13-year-old underdogs, no 17-year-old sons-in-law turned overnight prodigies, and zero cringe-worthy “face-slapping” clichés. The world has enough of those. Here, we begin at the pinnacle: the Nascent Soul stage. Uncommon? Absolutely. Mainstream? Probably not. But it’s the story I’m passionate about telling. And no, this isn’t another reincarnated “old monster” narrative—those have grown stale, too. Instead, expect a raw, untamed journey of power, ambition, and identity from the very top. Buckle up—this won’t be your typical climb from zero to hero. Enjoy the ride.
I wasn’t sure what to expect going in, but this turned out to be a really fun and different kind of cultivation novel. Instead of following the usual chosen hero or righteous sect disciple, this story focuses on the “villain” — and honestly, that twist alone makes it worth reading. The main character is smart, a bit ruthless, but not over-the-top evil. He actually feels human. The writing is easy to follow, the cultivation system makes sense, and there are some cool moments that flip the usual tropes. It drags a little here and there, but nothing that ruins the experience. If you're into cultivation stories but want something with a darker, more refreshing perspective, give this one a shot. It’s not perfect, but it’s definitely entertaining.
This isn’t one of those stories where everyone except the MC feels like cardboard. Even side characters have clear motives, sects have real structure, and the world feels like it's moving with or without the protagonist. The MC is sharp, calculating, and a bit morally ambiguous — but not in the edge-lord kind of way. You actually understand why he makes the choices he does. He doesn’t just want power for power’s sake; he’s navigating a brutal world that clearly wasn’t built for someone like him. Watching him climb the ranks using a code meant for a villain is half satisfying, half terrifying. The cultivation system is also pretty well thought out. It’s not just "absorb qi, punch harder." There are layers — techniques, political influence, soul cultivation, and even subtle Dao themes, but all explained in a way that’s not overwhelming. The story actually takes time to show how sects operate, what immortality means to different people, and why the “righteous” path isn’t always so righteous. Overall, if you like world-building that feels lived-in, characters with actual depth, and a cultivation system that rewards strategy over plot armor, this one’s worth diving into.
Look, I’ve read enough cultivation stories to know the usual drill: orphan boy, mysterious jade pendant, some old grandpa’s soul pops out and goes, “You are the chosen one!” Not this time.Instead, we get a guy who basically hacks the system — literally. He gets the villain's cheat code and just runs with it. It’s chaotic, petty, clever, and honestly? Kind of refreshing. The best part is how self-aware the story is. It doesn’t try to convince you the MC is a misunderstood saint. Nah, this guy knows he’s not the hero — he just doesn’t care.