Stronger Through Beatings

**Xianyu Sect.**

Surrounded by mountains and enveloped in a misty haze of immortal energy.

In a cave dwelling, Li Xiaobai lay on his bed, frowning as he stared at the panel before him.

**[Host: Li Xiaobai]**

**[Attack: 0 (+)]**

**[Speed: 0 (+)]**

**[Defense: 0 (+)]**

**[Attribute Points: 10]**

**[Skills: None]**

**[Items: None]**

**[Shop: Unlocked]**

"Damn it, what kind of crappy system is this? It's like a knockoff product. You can't treat a transmigrator like this!" Li Xiaobai cursed under his breath.

Three days ago, Li Xiaobai had suddenly transmigrated to this world and became an inner disciple of the Xianyu Sect. Along with his new identity, he was gifted this attribute system. After spending three whole days, he finally understood how the system worked.

The system didn't have the ability to increase his cultivation level; it could only enhance his attributes. The catch was that he had to endure physical harm to gain attribute points. In short, it was a system with a clear masochistic tendency. Yesterday, he tested it out by provoking his master, who slapped him so hard that the left side of his face was still swollen.

But the rewards were substantial. That single slap had earned him ten attribute points.

Where should he allocate these points? Since he would likely have to endure more beatings in the future, he decided to invest all the points in defense for now, to ensure his survival.

**[Defense: Mortal (10/100) - Can Advance.]**

Li Xiaobai touched his swollen face. Although it still hurt, he could feel that his skin had become thicker. Feeling more confident, he decided to venture out and cause some more trouble.

Humming a tune, Li Xiaobai made his way to another cave dwelling—this one belonging to Senior Sister Su. Senior Sister Su was a cultivation maniac who spent all her time training. It was said that despite her young age, her strength was already on par with many of the elders.

Moreover, she had a fiery temper, like a powder keg ready to explode at the slightest provocation.

*Knock, knock, knock!*

"Senior Sister, I've come to visit you!" Li Xiaobai called out cheerfully.

The door opened, revealing the irritated face of Senior Sister Su. Her displeasure was written all over her expression.

"Speak quickly!" she snapped.

Li Xiaobai gulped. "Ahem, Senior Sister, you look especially beautiful today!"

"Hmph, at least you have some taste. Come in."

Flattery worked wonders. Senior Sister Su's mood improved slightly, and she allowed Li Xiaobai to enter.

Inside, Li Xiaobai glanced around the room. Senior Sister Su's dwelling was bare, with almost no decorations. He couldn't help but comment, "Senior Sister, your cave is so empty, like a man's place. Senior Sister Ye's cave is much prettier."

Comparing women, especially to someone as beautiful as Ye Wushuang, was a dangerous move. The atmosphere in the room instantly turned icy. Li Xiaobai felt the pressure mounting. If Senior Sister Su decided to slap him in her rage, he might not survive.

Fortunately, Senior Sister Su managed to restrain herself.

"Junior Brother, although you are now an inner disciple, you were specially recruited. Your strength is far behind your peers, so you need to work harder," Senior Sister Su said, forcing a smile as she handed Li Xiaobai a cup of tea.

"Thank you for your guidance, Senior Sister. You should also take care of yourself. If you keep cultivating day and night, your skin will age quickly," Li Xiaobai said earnestly.

*Crack!* The teacup in Senior Sister Su's hand shattered. Li Xiaobai's heart skipped a beat. Had he gone too far?

"Junior Brother, did you come here today for a reason?" Senior Sister Su asked, struggling to keep her emotions in check. She felt that ever since this junior brother had entered her dwelling, she had been on the verge of losing her temper multiple times. It was as if they were destined to clash.

"Senior Sister, I actually made a small mistake. I'm not sure if I should mention it," Li Xiaobai said cautiously.

"Speak freely. As your senior sister, I am magnanimous and won't hold it against you," Senior Sister Su replied, trying to maintain her composure.

Seeing that the conversation was finally back on track, Li Xiaobai took a deep breath. "Well, I accidentally spilled the rouge powder that Senior Sister Ye prepared for you..."

The temperature in the room dropped instantly. Li Xiaobai felt a chill run down his spine. He could sense the killing intent emanating from Senior Sister Su. This was not going to end well.

Senior Sister Su, despite her temper, cared deeply about her appearance. Ye Wushuang, who was skilled in medicine, had prepared a special rouge powder that not only enhanced beauty but also had skin-nourishing properties. Senior Sister Su had begged for a long time before Ye Wushuang agreed to make it for her.

"Senior Sister... can you not hit my face?" Li Xiaobai pleaded.

One minute later, Senior Sister Su emerged from her dwelling, dragging Li Xiaobai by the collar. She casually tossed him outside.

"Junior Brother, it's just a box of rouge. It's nothing. I forgive you," Senior Sister Su said with a forced smile.

Li Xiaobai lay on the ground, expressionless. He slowly got up and touched the right side of his face, which was now swollen to match the left.

Well, at least his face was symmetrical now.

He checked his attribute panel.

**[Attribute Points: 100.]**

Senior Sister Su had hit him so hard that he gained a hundred attribute points in one go. He preferred his master's approach—one slap at a time. It was more sustainable.

Without hesitation, he allocated all the points to defense. If he didn't, he might not survive future encounters.

**[Defense Level: Mortal Flesh (10/1000) - Can Advance.]**

At the same time, a notification sounded in his mind.

**[Skill Acquired: Hatred 100%.]**

**Hatred 100%:** Showing off is a skill, but it's also an art. When you show off, the target will harbor infinite hatred toward you and attack you relentlessly. The more stable your show-off, the harder they will hit.

**Note:** Getting beaten carries risks. Use with caution.

Li Xiaobai gasped. This skill was overpowered!

At first glance, it seemed like a useless skill, but upon closer inspection, it was actually a powerful control skill. Translated into English, it would be:

**Hatred 100%:** Showing off is both a skill and an art. When you show off, the target will develop an intense hatred toward you and attack you relentlessly. The more confidently you show off, the harder they will hit.

**Note:** Getting beaten carries risks. Use with caution.

Li Xiaobai couldn't help but marvel at the potential of this skill. While it seemed like a liability, it could be a game-changer in the right situations.