Chapter 3: 003: Someone With Such Good Appearance Can Only Be A Big Villain!
The warm sunlight streamed through the window, creating a serene atmosphere in the room as Lu Qingchuan finally managed to settle the argument between the two little loli voices in his head.
"Thank goodness you two didn't manifest physically, or I would've wanted to jump off a building!" Lu Qingchuan sighed with relief.
[Wuwu, you're so mean to me...] the Fate Reversal System voice whimpered.
[Don't hate me, I'll be quiet...] the Enlightened Sage System voice pleaded.
Lu Qingchuan contemplated calmly and gradually understood the functions of the two systems. One required him to do good deeds, while the other required him to do bad deeds. However, doing good deeds would deduct points from the Fate Reversal System, and doing bad deeds would deduct points from the Enlightened Sage System.
"For fuck sake! It become even more troublesome than before!" Lu Qingchuan muttered to himself.
At the moment, both systems had a score of "1000" for Lu Qingchuan. He had gained points by stealing the protagonist's woman but had also stopped his criminal activities when he realized his mistake. Additionally, he had comforted Su Yingxue when she was feeling lonely and sorrowful.
If obtaining the systems could help Lu Qingchuan ascend on the spot, then having both systems was like riding a rocket straight into space. But when they conflicted with each other, Lu Qingchuan felt like a person chained in place, unable to move forward.
[Fate Reversal System: Host, don't forget to do the daily tasks. Don't let that bad woman deceive you! Together, we can dominate the world and transcend karma!]
[Enlightened Sage System: Host, as long as you remember your original intentions and perform one act of kindness every day, as long as you don't deviate from the right path, you will surely achieve the supreme path, and all methods will be open to you.]
Lu Qingchuan twisted open a can of soda, took a sip, and sighed.
"You two are like two companies simultaneously promising me big opportunities, trying to trick me into selling my life and working overtime."
He then began to browse his phone and organize the information.
WeChat Group: Silver City High School, Class 2-5.
[Homeroom Teacher]: The Pathseeker Class will officially begin tomorrow. Don't forget to report if you qualify.
[Homeroom Teacher]: Don't stay up late tonight. There will be an entrance assessment after reporting, and classes will be divided based on aptitude. The best will be in Class A, and the worst will be in Class C.
Below were chat records from the classmates of Class 5, filled with envy, jealousy, and resentment.
According to the assessment, Lu Qingchuan had a Water Spirit Root and was evaluated as "C-level, second-class" in talent, with zero cultivation.
He was considered the worst of the worst.
On the other hand, the Son of Fortuitous Fate, Zuo Tian, possessed the All-Element Spirit Root of the Infinite Void Dao Body. The reason he couldn't cultivate was that he currently didn't have a top-tier technique suitable for his extraordinary aptitude.
Lu Qingchuan pondered the information and realized that his current situation presented both challenges and opportunities. However, he couldn't shake the thought that Zuo Tian, the Son of Fortuitous Fate, would soon have his own opportunity as well.
Suddenly, Lu Qingchuan's phone rang, displaying the caller ID as Li Yuting. His mother? Lu Qingchuan felt a bit flustered but ultimately answered the call after a moment of hesitation.
There was a brief silence on the other end, and the voice that followed sounded gentle and concerned. It cautiously asked, "Qingchuan, have you read the message I sent you?"
Lu Qingchuan glanced at the WeChat chat records filled with inquiries about his well-being and urging him to study diligently. There were also numerous teachings on conduct, patiently guiding him with love and care.
Lu Qingchuan rarely replied, and when he did, it was with dismissive phrases like "Stop bothering me" or "You have too much free time." The last sentence he replied with was:
[Son, I heard you got into the "Pathseeker Class"?]
After a moment of contemplation, Lu Qingchuan responded, "Mom, yes, that's true. What's the matter?"
In his previous life, Lu Qingchuan never had the opportunity to experience maternal love. Growing up in an orphanage, he focused all his attention on studying and eventually secured a position in a large company. But due to the demanding work culture, he died young, collapsing in front of a computer. It was indeed a blessing to have a second chance at life, even if it meant becoming a villain and experiencing the feeling of being despised.
"Qingchuan, my friends have told me that the cultivation world is very dangerous. Those extraordinary beings often resort to fighting and killing... I don't want to stop you, but you need to change your character. Don't be afraid of my nagging. In the cultivation world, our family can't help you.
Mom wants you to be a good child. Treat everyone with politeness and kindness. Especially with your extraordinary classmates, you should approach them with goodwill, buy some gifts to maintain good relationships, and never offend anyone. Your brother told me that your talent assessment was poor, and even the initial cultivation of gathering Qi will require half a year of arduous practice. If you can't persist, it's okay to give up. In the future, you can assist your brother in our family business. If you live a good life, you can still find happiness."
She continued to chatter, but Lu Qingchuan listened patiently, not growing tired. Eventually, he revealed a gentle smile and replied, "I understand, Mom. Thank you." His voice was unusually soft at that moment.
The woman on the other end seemed taken aback, and her voice grew slightly excited. "Okay, Qingchuan, then Mom won't bother you anymore. You're more sensible now, able to listen to what I say. Mom is really happy. The saying that cultivating in the Pathseeker Class can cultivate your character and virtues; it's not just empty talk..."
Although she seemed a little reluctant, she hung up the phone.
Lu Qingchuan let out a sigh and smiled helplessly. Maternal love... It truly was a wonderful thing.
If Lu Qingchuan continues on his path as a villain, he will eventually antagonize the destined protagonist and bring ruin to the entire Lu family. The consequences would be catastrophic, leading to the extinction of the Lu family.
"I can't let this love go to waste," Lu Qingchuan thought to himself as he sat on the bed, determined to change his path. He started earnestly cultivating according to the "Cataclysmic Chaos Immortal Scripture" that was imprinted in his mind.
Since January 2028, spiritual energy had gradually recovered, and over half a year had passed. During this time, many extraordinary and rare beasts had appeared. Witnesses reported withered flowers blooming again, filling the air with fragrance and bringing a refreshing sensation to those who smelled them.
Some small animals with ancient demonic beast bloodlines underwent mutations, surviving multiple gunshots and attacking people on the streets until official cultivators arrived.
Some individuals awakened the ability to control lightning, and videos of their powers quickly spread across the internet.
There were even people boasting online about organizing groups of extraordinary beings, only to disappear without a trace.
Modern society faced an unprecedented and fierce impact, and different countries adopted various approaches to cope with it.
Lu Qingchuan's mind was filled with information about the "Dragon Summer Country," a vast territory with prosperous urban areas that swiftly responded to the revival of spiritual energy.
They integrated various lost folk inheritances and formed a powerful force of extraordinary beings to maintain domestic order. Moreover, Dragon Summer Country confirmed the existence of the "Cultivation Realm" to its people.
Seven months ago, they announced that the first stage for "cultivators" is the "Qi Refinement" stage, and two months ago, they announced the second stage as "Foundation Building."
However, information about the stages beyond that was not disclosed since the revival of spiritual energy was recent, and it was likely that no official cultivator had reached those stages yet.
Speculations were rampant in the online world. The most talented cultivator officially took five months to progress from Qi Refinement to Foundation Building, perfectly matching the announced timeline.
Meanwhile, Lu Qingchuan needed half a year just to reach the stage of Qi Refinement. How could he catch up to the destined protagonist who advanced by leaps and bounds?
Lu Qingchuan opened the Fate Reversal System and the Enlightened Sage System, and two different interfaces appeared before him. One was enveloped in dark mist, ominous and terrifying, as if it connected to the depths of the abyss.
The other shone with radiant holy light, clear and pure, as if it led directly to the gate of the Great Dao. The two systems had contrasting styles, completely different from each other.
Lu Qingchuan carefully examines his memories and realizes that he possesses two sets of cultivation techniques. The first one is the "Qi Devouring Art," which his family bought at a high price from the black market. This technique is capable of cultivating up to the tenth level of Qi Refinement.
The second one is the "Cataclysmic Chaos Immortal Scripture," an S-rank system reward he obtained by overthrowing the future female sword immortal, Su Yingxue. The verses of the scripture are profound and obscure, making them difficult to comprehend. Each word seems to contain chaotic and supreme mystical principles.
Silently, Lu Qingchuan clicks on the interface of the Fate Reversal System. He sees an option to exchange 500 Fate Reversal Points for the experience of the Cataclysmic Chaos Immortal Scripture.
Without hesitation, he confirms the exchange. In an instant, a rich and pure spiritual energy flows from his spiritual core to every part of his body, rapidly purifying his entire being.
The emptiness and exhaustion caused by his intimate encounters with the beautiful maiden last night are instantly dispelled. His body feels powerful, his bones solid, and he senses a fierce strength hidden in his muscles.
Opening his deep eyes, Lu Qingchuan's vision becomes much clearer. He realizes that he has reached the fifth level of Qi Refinement.
For an ordinary person, it would take several years of arduous cultivation to reach this stage, but considering Lu Qingchuan's poor aptitude, it would likely take him at least ten years to barely achieve this level.
Murmuring to himself, Lu Qingchuan says, "So, this is... Fate Reversal." He understands that Fate Reversal allows him to accumulate strength in the most fundamental way, reverse fate, and defy the will of Heaven. The power he possesses is incredible.
Terrifying black qi swirls around Lu Qingchuan, and distorted and eerie shadows interweave and surge in an irregular manner, giving him the appearance of an unrivaled demonic lord.
However, deep down, he is in great pain due to the consequences of using such power. He realizes that the Enlightened Sage System deducts 100 Sage Points for cultivating the Heaven-Defying Demonic Art. Although he remains composed, the pain is intense, and he knows he needs to find a way to make up for it.
In the first-floor lobby of the Luo Xian Hotel, a silver-haired girl wearing sunglasses suddenly feels a tingling sensation on her scalp. Startled, she accidentally drops the ID card she was handling for check-in, which clatters onto the translucent floor. The girl's eyelids twitch, and the sacred golden vertical pupils beneath her sunglasses shrink in response to the overwhelming demonic aura emanating from Lu Qingchuan. She senses a great danger in his presence and finds it truly horrifying.
The silver-haired girl, still contemplating the presence of a demonic cultivator, crouches down to pick up the dropped ID card. Her eyebrows furrow slightly as she feels the ominous and chaotic aura emanating from Lu Qingchuan, considering him a potential harbinger of disaster and death. She wonders if she should take action and eliminate him, but also questions her own ability to defeat him.
She reflects on the state of the world since supernatural powers became widespread. Many people who gained these powers have turned to crooked and evil paths, leading to a surge in crime rates globally.
Even in broad daylight, these extraordinary individuals can commit murder and easily escape, as countries are willing to shelter those who violate local laws. The girl contemplates the aftermath of all the chaos, realizing that once it settles, the social status of everyone will be rearranged.
Lost in her thoughts, a silver lightning flickers across her eyes behind the sunglasses. She can no longer sense the presence of the supposed troublemaker, but she is determined not to stand by and do nothing if someone is causing harm.
She contemplates launching a surprise attack in the name of justice, with an escape plan in case she can't win. However, since she can no longer sense the person, she decides to wait patiently and see if they reveal themselves.
Completing her procedures, she avoids taking the elevator and instead finds a comfortable single-seater sofa in the hotel's luxurious lobby. She sits down, intending to wait for the potential troublemaker.
A waiter brings her a cup of coffee and momentarily gazes at her face, tempted to add her on WeChat. However, the girl's sacred eyes beneath her sunglasses give him a chilling glance, causing him to shudder and walk away in a daze.
Just then, the elevator door dings open, and Lu Qingchuan steps out. He has already made up his mind to accumulate Fate Reversal Points first and exchange them for the experience of the "Cataclysmic Chaos Immortal Scripture."
He understands that relying solely on his innate talent for progress would be too slow. He decides to start with the daily mission of "Snatching a Lollipop from a Little Girl."
The sunglasses-wearing girl, holding her coffee, notices Lu Qingchuan as he enters the lobby. Her gaze falls upon him, and she is intrigued by his presence.
With her eyebrows arched in surprise, the girl notices Lu Qingchuan's distinctive appearance.
His phoenix-like eyes, meticulously groomed golden hair shining like sunlight, and his overall gentle yet wickedly handsome facial features make him stand out from ordinary individuals.
There's an air of mystery about him, as if he carries many hidden stories within him. His unique temperament only adds to his allure.
The girl's eyes widened.
It's him!
I had found him!
It must be him!
Ordinary people can't be this handsome!
Right, this isn't simply her shallow judgment; it's about defeating evil and upholding justice! That's how it's portrayed in TV dramas!
However, even as the girl quickly restrains her quite obvious observation, Lu Qingchuan has already sensed that he is being secretly watched. The "Cataclysmic Chaos Immortal Scripture" has greatly enhanced his sixth sense, allowing him to pick up on subtle cues.
Raising his arm to check his watch, Lu Qingchuan notices that the timepiece has an unsettling green hue, signaling some sort of warning.
With a casual glance, he looks in the direction of the line of sight, and there he sees her.
What he saw was a girl with silver-white hair cascading down, tall and stunning in her figure, radiating a breathtaking and ethereal beauty that seemed straight out of a two-dimensional world. Behind her pitch-black sunglasses, she conceals a pair of holy and gentle golden eyes.
Lu Qingchuan instantly recognized her identity.
The White-Haired Dragon Maiden!
I... It's one of the female leads in this world, Chen Yanyu!
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