Shit, Slifer thought.
He desperately needed to find a way to increase Hughie’s loyalty. The most straightforward approach would be to get rid of that pesky ring and ensure Hughie remained close. However, he knew this couldn’t be done. One, he was certain the Greater Immortal would smite him, and two, the ring would undoubtedly find its way back to Hughie – possibly due to some 'Heaven's Will' or other such nonsense.
Suppressing a sigh, Slifer mentally lamented. He d...
2023-11-03 19:42:19 +0000 UTC
View Post
The men's faces went ashen at Val’s innocent declaration. Slifer quickly weighed the pros and cons in his mind. If I let her try to eat them, they'll fight back... and they will realize I'm not the Ascendant cultivator they believe me to be, he mulled over cautiously. "Beside that," he suggested to the baby dragon, trying to steer the conversation away from something that could end badly for him.
Val scrunched up her face in thought. "Val wike tweasures," she finally declare...
2023-11-02 12:49:11 +0000 UTC
View Post
A rush of pure life essence unlike any other Slifer had ever felt surged through him, leaving him gasping, "G-greater Immortal?" The intensity of the energy sent him into a state of euphoria so potent that focusing on anything else became a Herculean task.
But survival instincts kicked in, forcing his eyes wide open as he scanned his surroundings fearfully. A Greater Immortal... here? The thought was as terrifying as it was perplexing. Aren't they supposed to be in the Hig...
2023-11-01 01:23:21 +0000 UTC
View Post
As Slifer arrived outside the guest quarters, where Leah was currently staying, the scene before him left him momentarily stunned. Val, in her smaller dragon form, was energetically chasing Leah around the courtyard, breathing out mini fireballs that Leah barely evaded.
Of all the things to walk into, Slifer thought, rolling his eyes. However, as Val transformed into her enormous form, Slifer's amusement turned to alarm. The fireball forming in her mouth was nothing to scoff a...
2023-10-28 18:11:08 +0000 UTC
View Post
"Move, boy, MOVE!" The old man's urgent voice reverberated in Hughie's head. Seeing the young man remain rooted to the spot, Li Fenghao released an exasperated sigh. "This is going to set me back decades!"
Suddenly, the ring on Hughie's finger glowed a soft green. He felt a rush of unfamiliar energy coursing through him, startling him back into action. Without a second thought, he leaped backward into the rift, re-emerging in the training ground.
Catching his breath, he...
2023-10-25 23:08:32 +0000 UTC
View Post
Hughie couldn’t help but let out a small, incredulous chuckle. "I appreciate the generous offer," he replied with a hint of sarcasm, "but I already have a master, thank you very much."
The old man's laughter boomed in Hughie's mind, so loud Hughie wondered if others could hear it. "Fine, fine! No need to be so formal. How about this: I'll take your master as a disciple too! With my unparalleled wisdom, I’m sure they'll leap at the chance to learn from a true immortal. Who wouldn't?...
2023-10-24 19:18:28 +0000 UTC
View Post
The leader, his eyes previously closed in concentration, opened them slowly, a hint of frustration evident. "I can't sense him," he murmured. "Either he's dead or he never came here."
Another lackey, more composed than his peers, spoke up. "We received word of a body thrown into the river. We're wondering if it washed up here." He paused, eyeing the villagers, "There's a reward of 100 gold coins for any information."
Eyes widened among the villagers, a flicker of greed flashing ...
2023-10-24 14:12:05 +0000 UTC
View Post
The room was simple, with plain wooden walls, a bed, and a small wooden table beside it. There wasn’t much in the way of decoration, only the essentials. A young woman was leaning over the bed, her hands delicately tending to a young man swathed in white bandages.
“Father told me that if you don’t show signs of waking soon, he’ll throw you right back into that river,” she whispered with a soft chuckle. Brushing a stray lock of hair from his forehead, she continued, “He also...
2023-10-24 09:10:39 +0000 UTC
View Post
"Hey, can you hurry things up?" a voice called out lazily.
Amelia easily sidestepped a ferocious punch aimed at her, resulting in a sizeable dent forming on the ground where she once stood. Grinning mischievously, she retorted, "Where’s the fun in that?" her eyes flicking to Hughie, who was nonchalantly lounging on a tree branch, an apple in hand.
Her opponent, a burly middle-aged man at the Late Core Formation stage, sneered, launching a palm strike her way. "You'll be the on...
2023-10-24 08:59:42 +0000 UTC
View Post
Hello everyone!
I will be creating a new tier for those that want to read more and/or support this story more!
For $10 dollars, you will gain access to my full backlog, these chapters will be fully edited just like the $6 tier.
Right now, my backlog is 10 chapters ahead of Royal Road so you can expect the release of 4 more chapters throughout the day. My goal is to gradually grow this backlog to 15 chapters then maybe even 20 chapters!
Thank you all ...
2023-10-24 08:45:16 +0000 UTC
View Post
Caelum’s aura surged to Late Core Formation as he prepared for what seemed to be the greatest challenge in his life thus far.
In the Peak Foundation Establishment realm, he had managed to kill a cultivator at the Peak Core Formation, but Caelum wasn't deluded. He knew that the chasm between a Core Formation expert and a Nascent Soul cultivator was vast, immeasurably so.
Perhaps, with Bloodthorn’s assistance, he might be able to battle to a standstill against this Early Nascent...
2023-10-23 13:02:23 +0000 UTC
View Post
Veloria City was a stronghold for the White Tiger sect, with their Grand Elder serving as the City Lord. Despite this, it was also home to two other major powers: The Valdorian Clan and the Eldric Clan. These three titans coexisted in a precarious equilibrium and always seemed as though they were at the brink of war.
Caelum entered through the grand South Gate, taking in the bustling scenes of the marketplace and the shouts of vendors selling exotic treasures. His mind, however, was a ...
2023-10-22 00:21:56 +0000 UTC
View Post
Amelia’s eyes darted around the circle, settling for a moment on each disciple. The last time Master Slifer had summoned them all was only a few days ago, as for before that it was...she couldn’t remember, it had been too long. “What could be so urgent?” she whispered, leaning towards Caelum.
Caelum merely shrugged, his focus fixed on Bloodthorn, the sword on his lap. The faint red glow of the blade mirrored in his eyes as he tried to deepen the connection between them.
...
2023-10-20 01:49:28 +0000 UTC
View Post
Back at Slifer’s courtyard.
Slifer turned to Val, his expression serious. "Val, I need you to restrict your cultivation to the Early Foundation Establishment stage."
Val's large, round eyes blinked in confusion. "Why master?"
Slifer pondered how best to explain it, then chose a slightly convoluted explanation, "It's because by tempering the technique against a milder flame, we can detect more subtle flaws."
Val's expression only grew more puzzled, but sh...
2023-10-18 00:37:31 +0000 UTC
View Post
Congratulations On Acquiring A New Bloodline.
Bloodline Name: ???
Requirements to Unlock: ???
Slifer frowned, letting out an exasperated grunt. "Great! A mysterious bloodline that I can't even access. How very...helpful."
Just watch, I'll be on the brink of death, cornered by some lord from the netherworld, and THEN this overpowered bloodline will kick in to save the day. He rolled his eyes.
Pushing the ...
2023-10-15 19:24:12 +0000 UTC
View Post
"Only a Grade 2 tribulation," Slifer murmured with relief, watching the electric dance of the clouds with a hint of amusement. This shouldn't take too long.
Turning to Hughie, he clapped a heavy hand onto the boy’s back, causing him to wince. "You really are my lucky charm," Slifer declared, a broad grin on his face.
Confusion marred Hughie's features. He couldn’t fathom why his master needed him for what appeared to be a Foundation Establishment realm tribulation. It...
2023-10-13 20:28:18 +0000 UTC
View Post
Note- I have changed the price of the critical block card to 900 karmic credits as 100 is too cheap. He could just buy 11 critical block cards and survive any tribulation…
Note – when it is mentioned what each lightning strike is equivalent to, it is in regard to a genius at that level not a typical cultivator. I thought I would make it clear in case you think “can’t the protagonists easily fight those one whole realm higher?” They might ...
2023-10-10 17:41:08 +0000 UTC
View Post
Amelia's Side Chapter - the technique will be useful later on
Amelia hesitantly stepped into the medicine hall, her eyes scanning the unfamiliar surroundings. It was her first time inside these walls. She had never needed the services of this place; any injury she received was healed using the pills her master had given her. Ironically, she was the reason many disciples ended up here.
To think I would be here to heal them, she thought, shaking he...
2023-10-08 18:21:24 +0000 UTC
View Post
Ding!
Warning: You Are Now The Target Of A Son Of Heaven's Wrath
Your Luck Stat Has Been Appropriately Adjusted
Recommendation: Purchase The 'Heaven's Shield Card' To Protect Yourself Against Heaven's Displeasure
This kid really was a protagonist but to be able to affect my stats... Slifer's left eye switched in irritation.
Ding!
Luck Is Not A Fixed S...
2023-10-05 23:27:26 +0000 UTC
View Post
Slifer soundlessly materialized behind the bandit.
The bandit, previously leering at a woman with a disgusting grin, froze in place. His eyes widened in terror, but before he could even register the danger, his head separated from his body, landing on the ground with a soft thud.
Ding!
Successfully Killed A Demonic Foundation Establishment Cultivator
Reward: 5 Karmic Credits
Breakthrough Requirements...
2023-10-03 22:51:16 +0000 UTC
View Post
Nestled amidst lush green hills, a day’s journey away from the sect, was Willowbrook village. A charming haven for the weary traveler, yet an easy target for bandits, the latter being the reason Slifer had chosen the location for this little trip of his.
As they entered the village, Fenlock turned to Slifer, a look of curiosity etched on his face. "Master, why have we traveled to this place?"
With a semblance of profundity, Slifer replied, “The journey to enlightenment is di...
2023-10-01 23:51:38 +0000 UTC
View Post
Slifer sat cross-legged in his quarters, eagerly devouring the bowl of Celestial Lotus Soup that he had promised himself. Each mouthful was a delightful explosion of rich flavors, making the tedious practice worthwhile. As he relished the heavenly taste, his concentration was broken by a sudden spiritual transmission.
"Master, the Grand Elder has extended an invitation for tea," Morvran's voice echoed in Slifer's mind.
Slifer paused, the spoon halfway to his mouth. Grand Eld...
2023-10-01 00:48:24 +0000 UTC
View Post
Morvran awoke with the early rays of dawn, pulling himself from the bed that barely held the imprint of his body. As a Core Formation expert, sleep was more a luxury than a necessity; a few hours per week sufficed. He plodded over to the basin, fetching a jug of water to freshen his face and rinse his mouth.
Stepping in front of the mirror, a bald, chubby, yet serious face greeted him back. His features, distinctly Chinese, wore an expression of profound contemplation. He opened a draw...
2023-09-29 20:33:53 +0000 UTC
View Post
Caelum readied himself, inhaling deeply. With determination burning in his eyes, he activated his most potent technique. "Bloodthorn Feast," he whispered, his voice barely audible. At his command, an eerie, elongated tongue sprouted from the blade of Bloodthorn.
Without any hesitation, Caelum plunged the sword deep into Hughie's belly, who, caught in the midst of his transformation, couldn't dodge in time. The grotesque tongue wiggled its way into Hughie, hungrily devouring the rampant ...
2023-09-29 20:32:30 +0000 UTC
View Post
Slifer shifted his focus onto Amelia, he felt a tad uncomfortable when she inched closer to him.
"So Amelia, how goes your cultivation?"
Amelia's brows creased in mild frustration. "Master, I need more victims. To breakthrough to the Late Core Formation, I need to devour the souls of three Late Core Formation cultivators.”
Ding!
Your Disciple Is Struggling To Breakthrough
Bring Your Disciple 3 Late Core Formation S...
2023-09-29 20:30:36 +0000 UTC
View Post
Slifer walked over to where Leah lay. He released a sigh, "I never wished to kill your father, but he didn't leave us much room for conversation."
Moaning with the effort, Leah pushed herself to her feet, steadying her shaky legs. "If you hadn't taken me away," she spat, eyes alight with anger, "he would never have come after you in the first place."
He winced internally. She wasn't wrong. But it wasn't actually him who had made the choice; it was his predecessor. How can I ...
2023-09-29 20:28:25 +0000 UTC
View Post
Ding!
Congratulations!
You Have Advanced To The Next Stage
You Have Gained 1 Karmic Credit
Slifer stepped out of his private chambers, his feet landing silently on the cool, stone-paved courtyard. The crescent moon overhead seemed to mirror his frustration, casting a dim, silvery glow upon the ground. With a deep scowl etched onto his face, he thought about his recent failed attempts at cultivation.
2023-09-29 01:54:42 +0000 UTC
View Post
In a dimly lit chamber, Zarius lay on a wooden bed, covered in white bandages that wrapped tightly around his body. His breaths were shallow and the slightest movement caused pain to course through his body.
"Elder Slifer and his pathetic disciples," he cursed, his voice raspy and weak. Memories flashed, the bald, plump servant demonstrating to the disciples how to inflict the most pain upon him. "And to think that fat oaf had the audacity to join them," he grimaced. It was one thing to...
2023-09-29 01:44:23 +0000 UTC
View Post
Slifer grit his teeth, weighing his options. If this were an anime, perhaps the 'talk no jutsu' would've been my way out. It always seems to work wonders in these types of situations. But, unfortunately for him, this was a xianxia world, where it was strength that did all the talking.
Slifer’s gaze settled on his cards. Among them, the Reversal card caught his attention. The memory of when he first entered this world flashed in his mind. The Reversal card managed to kill ...
2023-09-29 01:43:28 +0000 UTC
View Post
Elder Olakin's voice boomed, echoing through the air like thunder. "The Black Rose Sect has truly crossed the line this time!" His face contorted with anger. "To think that your master, a mere Nascent Soul cultivator, dared to kidnap my precious daughter?"
With each word he spoke, the trio of disciples felt their chests tighten. An invisible pressure weighed them down, making it hard to breathe. But when the word "daughter" escaped Elder Olakin's lips, it was like a boulder had been dro...
2023-09-29 01:40:16 +0000 UTC
View Post