Deep within the forest, a battle raged. A group of cultivators fought fiercely against monstrous beasts—a towering bear-like creature with razor-sharp claws and a spider-like abomination with venomous fangs.
But despite their training, they failed.
The monsters overpowered them, leaving them wounded and desperate. Sensing an opportunity, the injured beasts turned to flee.
BOOM!
A figure descended from the sky, landing directly in front of the retreating monster.
The creature growled, sensing its doom, and lunged forward with a vicious claw strike.
Before the blow could land—SNAP!
A sword materialized in the man's hand in an instant, slicing through the monster's limb cleanly.
ROAR!
The creature howled in agony.
And in one swift motion, the man severed its head.
The forest fell silent.
This wasn't just an ordinary cultivator—this was Vali, the Sword Saint, one of the top sect disciples.
His gaze flickered toward the defeated group. "You couldn't even take down a simple Beader? What was all that training for?" His tone dripped disappointment.
One of the disciples, shaken, stammered, "S-Sorry, young master... It was too strong for us."
Vali sighed, flicking his bloodied blade clean.
"Just wrap it up and bring it back to the sect."
"Yes, sir!" They scrambled to obey.
Liu Cheng's Training & The System's Secrets
Far away from the battle, Liu Cheng wielded his sword, his movements precise and deadly.
He swung it in rapid succession, testing his improved strength.
"System," he said, pausing for a moment.
"Can you provide me with a training dummy one realm higher than me?"
Ding!
[Affirmative. Cost: 2000 System Points (SP)]
[Does the host wish to purchase? Y/N]
"Yes, purchase!" Cheng said hurriedly.
Ding!
[Insufficient System Points.]
"Tch. Of course." Cheng groaned.
"System, show me my status."
Ding!
[Status]
Name: Liu Cheng Age: 17 Cultivation Level: Fighter 1-dan Pinnacle & Bronze Realm Cultivation Technique: Standard Skills: Water Manipulation, Physical Resistance Occupation: None System Points: None
Cheng's eyes widened.
"Wait—another bloodline?"
Ding!
[The system has detected a strange bloodline within the host. However, its full nature remains unknown.]
He frowned. "How do I earn more SP?"
Ding!
[SP can be earned by completing quests.]
"Alright. Show me available quests."
Ding!
[Opening Quests...]
Quest 1: Kill 20 monsters from Jura Forest Time Limit: 10 hours Reward: Time Manipulation skill + 2000 SP Quest 2: Collect the Sacred Moonstone from the Sky Shattering Eagle Time Limit: 5 hours Reward: Monster Ball + Flashstep Skill + 1000 SP
Liu Cheng grinned. "Looks like we have work to do."
He turned toward the door. "Liu Yu, pack your things. We're heading to Jura Forest."
Before stepping out, something clicked in his mind.
"System, does my sister have a bloodline too?"
Ding!
[Affirmative. However, her awakening will take longer.]
"Really? How long will mine take?"
Ding!
[The host can awaken it now. Does the host wish to proceed? Y/N]
His eyes widened in shock.
"I can awaken now? Why didn't you tell me sooner?! Just do it!"
Awakening the Bloodline
Ding!
[Awakening...]
A warm sensation coursed through his body.
Then—
BOOM!!!
A powerful energy explosion burst from within Liu Cheng.
When the shockwave cleared, everything felt different.
He felt different.
He looked different.
Even his clothes had changed.
Ding!
[Congratulations, Host! Bloodline Awakening Successful.]
Cultivation Increased: Fighter 2-dan Pinnacle & Peak of the Ruby Realm.
Liu Cheng exhaled, absorbing his newfound strength.
'So this... is what it means to be powerful.'
He turned—Liu Yu stood frozen, staring at him in pure disbelief.
Liu Yu's Shock
Liu Yu's mind raced.
How is this possible?
How did he awaken?
My brother was always weak...
Was it the buns? The beans?
She could barely process the scene before her.
If she told anyone about this, they'd probably call her crazy.
"L-Liu Cheng… is that you?" she finally whispered.
"How did you awaken?"
She moved to pick up her bag, only to realize—it was already in Cheng's hands.
"You dropped this," he said smoothly, handing it back.
Her eyes widened in shock.
She hadn't even noticed him take it.
"How did you…?"
She was about to question his speed, but Cheng cut her off.
"It turns out 500 buns and 5 senzu beans awakened me."
He said it casually, but in reality, the system had told him that those exact items would also awaken Liu Yu.
It would deplete his supply, but... anything for family.
"Really?! Will it work on me?" Liu Yu asked, eyes shining with excitement.
The idea of awakening her own bloodline had always felt like a dream. Now—she had a chance to make it real.
"Yes," Liu Cheng confirmed.
Without hesitation, Liu Cheng handed over the buns and beans.
Liu Yu sat down in a Lotus Position, consuming them and meditating.
The qi around her suddenly shifted, forming a cocoon of energy.
Hours passed.
Then—she emerged.
She looked… different.
Even more beautiful.
"System," Cheng said, watching his sister closely. "What did she awaken as?"
Ding!
[Ancient Yin Body.]