Chapter 1 – Awakening of the System
The air was thick with a faint golden haze, the remnants of spiritual energy lingering from countless battles of a past life. Hao Zan opened his eyes, golden light reflecting off their depths. He could feel it—the memories of his previous life, the weight of every treasure, every cultivation technique, every secret he had painstakingly gathered.
A soft chuckle escaped his lips. "Back to the beginning… yet nothing truly lost."
He rolled onto his back, taking in the serene mountain valley. This was the perfect place to start anew—a place untouched by time, where even the faintest traces of spiritual energy could be sensed.
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The System Awakens
A golden glow erupted from his dantian, and a calm, yet mechanical voice spoke in his mind.
[System Activated – Eternity Preservation Module Online]
[Functions: Treasure Preservation, Cultivation Recording, Technique Integration, Hidden Enemy Scan, Aura Harmonization, Soul Calibration, Environmental Analysis]
Hao Zan's grin widened. "Finally… I have you again."
The System was not just a tool—it was a lifeline, designed to carry his progress, treasures, and cultivation across regression. Every item, every technique, even his memories of allies and enemies, was stored here, waiting for him to awaken them again.
[System Tip: Cultivation Level Detected – Qi Gathering, Level 7]
[Recommendation: Use stored treasures to enhance body, soul, mind, and physique before proceeding to Deva Realm]
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Treasure-Enhanced Training
Hao Zan's hands brushed over the ground, lifting a simple stone and crushing it effortlessly. He could feel the residual spiritual energy around him, but it was weak compared to what he once wielded.
From the System, a treasure manifested: Golden Core Condensation Crystal, humming with stored energy. Hao Zan absorbed its power.
Body: Muscles tightened, reflexes sharpened, agility enhanced.
Physique: Bones strengthened, resilience increased, stamina limitless.
Soul: Perception sharpened, spiritual awareness heightened, aura harmonized.
Mind: Strategy, analysis, and memory integrated perfectly, each past lesson crystal clear.
"Not bad… enough to test the waters," Hao Zan muttered. Golden energy rippled around him, the System actively recording and calibrating every enhancement.
[System Notice: Energy Integration Successful – Qi Gathering Level 7 Complete]
[Next Target: Deva Realm, 1st Level]
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The First Step Toward Deva Realm
Hao Zan moved through the valley, every step precise, every motion flowing like water. He tested his newfound strength against fallen spiritual beasts, creatures left over from centuries of imbalance in the land.
With a flick of his wrist, one fell to the ground, not in fear but awe. Hao Zan's golden aura was subtle, not yet overwhelming—but the promise of what he could become was undeniable.
The System chimed gently.
[System Tip: Treasures can further enhance body, mind, and soul simultaneously. Recommend focused meditation to reach Deva Realm]
Hao Zan paused, eyes closed, letting energy flow through him. He could feel the first stirrings of the Deva Realm beginning to awaken in his dantian, bridging the gap between mortal cultivation and the power he once wielded.
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Reflection and Foreshadowing
He opened his eyes, scanning the valley once more. Somewhere out there, others awaited—lovers, friends, and enemies alike. But Hao Zan had time, patience, and the System as his eternal companion.
A wry grin tugged at his lips. "They'll all come back… one by one. And when they do, nothing will stand against us."
The sun rose over the misty mountains, golden light spilling over valleys and rivers. Hao Zan's journey to Deva Realm and beyond had just begun, but the path forward was already illuminated by the treasures, memories, and wisdom he carried across time.
And above all, one truth remained—he was no longer bound by the lifespan of mortals or immortals. Eternity awaited.
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