??? POV
My name is Alex Bonson. I'm a normal college student with black hair and black eyes. Well… my life has been very… interesting. I died and was reborn in a land called the Blood Empire.
At least my name stayed the same. My parents are farmers. I've been farming with them for nine days. At first, it was difficult, but I was a village boy in my past life, so everything went smoothly.
My new parents and I live in separate houses, so I adapted quickly. I'm already 17, so we live independently. They only visit my house if they need something.
And now… let's talk about my cheat.
"System"
[System loading… 99.99%...]
Yes, I have a system. It's called the [Immortal Cultivation System].
Very simple.
After learning my system's name, I tried to talk about the supernatural with my father. But he didn't know anything, and I didn't notice anything abnormal. After nine days of waiting, I figured the system would finally finish loading tonight.
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"Okey, Boss Bill, the fruit is here. If you need anything, just let me know," I said.
"Oh, Alex! You're here already? Hm… just as good as yesterday. Here's 490 silver," Bill replied.
"Okey. It's getting dark, so I'll go fishing now. See you tomorrow, Boss Bill."
"Okey," he said.
A little later, I was standing in front of Lunax Lake. The lake was named after a female noble of the empire.
"Well, it doesn't matter. Hopefully, I can catch a few fish today. I want to celebrate."
I cast my line into the clear blue water. Moonlight shimmered across the surface, and I sat quietly with my fishing rod. No sound, no movement—just peace.
"Ha… this is life. I wish it would last forever."
I was enjoying the calm, serene moment when suddenly…
[Ding]
[System loading completed…]
[Immortal Cultivation System starting…]
[Ding…]
[Immortal Cultivation System started]
[Host detected as Earthling with the aura of Earth and Fire]
[Upgrading Earth and Fire aura…]
[Congratulations! High-level Earth and Fire spiritual roots obtained]
"Yes! Finally, high-level Earth and Fire… this isn't bad at all," I muttered.
"Oh, there's more," I chimed.
[Congratulations! Host has started the system]
[As a starting reward, host receives a cultivation technique]
[Congratulations! Host obtained the "Mystic Heart True Qi" technique]
[Item Name: Mystic Heart True Qi
Description: A technique with three stages. It is a Dao technique that points to the Golden Law. Each stage has multiple levels. Stage one begins with the Qi stage. This all-in-one technique enhances attack, defense, and mental defense, affecting both the Mind and Heart.]
Suddenly, my head filled with unknown knowledge.
"So that's how it works. I just need to find the tallest mountain peak and start cultivating pure solar spiritual energy."
"But that's for tomorrow. First, let's catch some fish."
After three hours…
"Okay, this should be enough."
"Two for my parents, one for me."
"I don't think I'll sleep tonight. I need to find the tallest peak and start cultivating."
"Now I'll be the strongest farmer… I mean, cultivating myself. So yeah, I'm still a farmer, in a way."
I gave my parents two fish and cooked one for myself. After eating, I waited until dawn before leaving my house. I knew of many mountains, but I couldn't tell which was the tallest.
"But if I cultivate on every big peak, I'll figure out which one is best for cultivation."
I spotted a peak near my house. The sun was just beginning to rise.
"Okey, let's climb."
After a tough climb, I finally reached the peak. I found a suitable spot and sat cross-legged.
Following the technique's instructions, I began my breathing. I could feel warmth and sunlight flowing through my body.
After some time—though I couldn't tell how long—
I woke to the cold wind brushing my face. It was already dark.
But this time, I didn't panic. My heart felt calm as still water, and my mind and perception were sharper than ever.
"What an indestructible feeling!"