Shen_Lang

Xu Liang was an ordinary man from the modern world—until fate took everything from him. Betrayed, abandoned, and left to die, he awakens in the body of a disgraced sect disciple in an ancient martial world, where the strong reign supreme and the weak are trampled beneath their feet.

But just as death looms over him, a voice echoes in his mind.

[Immortal Ascension System Activated.]

With an overpowered system guiding him, Xu Liang embarks on a path of cultivation unlike any other. From a crippled outcast with no future, he will rise, crushing those who stand in his way. He keeps a low profile, but when challenged, he destroys enemies in an instant—merciless and unstoppable.

But his goal is not mere strength.

He seeks immortality.

As he delves into the mysteries of this world, he uncovers hidden sects, ancient conspiracies, and secrets that could shake the heavens. The line between morality and ruthlessness blurs as he walks the fine edge between power and humanity.

In a world where gods and demons scheme from the shadows, where immortality is both a blessing and a curse, Xu Liang will carve his own path.

The path of an immortal who defies the heavens themselves

I am going to be a Heaven-Defying Immortal

Chapter 7: Silent Growth, Hidden Dangers

Xu Liang sat cross-legged beneath an ancient tree, his breath steady as the Heaven-Defying Immortal Art absorbed the lingering Qi from the Shadow Panther's core.

His body felt stronger, his senses sharper than ever.

For the first time, he could feel the world differently.

The flow of Qi in the air, the faint fluctuations of energy from the trees, the pulse of life from distant creatures—it was as if a new sense had awakened within him.

He opened his eyes, a glint of calm power within them.

[System Analysis: Qi Perception Strengthened]

Back at the rogue cultivator camp, the air buzzed with tension.

Zhao Wei stood on a large rock, addressing the gathered members.

"We leave for Spirit Beast Valley in two days," he announced. "Those who can't keep up, stay behind. This isn't a trip for weaklings."

Xu Liang stood near the edge, listening silently.

He had already made his decision—he was going.

More beasts meant more cores. More cores meant faster cultivation.

A large, burly man scoffed. "You sure that kid can handle it?" His eyes landed on Xu Liang.

Meilin smirked. "You might want to check the corpse he left in the forest before talking."

The burly man frowned but said nothing.

Zhao Wei grinned. "Alright then. Get ready."

That evening, Xu Liang wandered outside the camp, drawn by an unusual presence.

His Qi perception had sharpened after his last breakthrough, and now he sensed something—or someone—nearby.

He followed the disturbance into the trees.

A girl, standing alone under the moonlight.

She wore dark robes, her long black hair flowing behind her. But what caught Xu Liang's attention wasn't her beauty—it was the aura around her.

She turned, her silver eyes locking onto his.

"Strange," she said softly. "I didn't expect to find someone like you here."

Xu Liang remained calm. "And who are you?"

She tilted her head. "You don't need to know."

Speed technique? No… something else.

A whisper brushed against his ear.

By the time he turned, she was already gone.

For the first time in a long while, Xu Liang felt something unfamiliar.

Who was she? And why did her presence feel… familiar?

One thing was certain—his journey was about to become even more unpredictable.