Immortality is its own goal. On the verge of an untimely death, Kevin accepts a bargain, offering a fresh chance at a steep price. One brush with death is enough for anyone, and Kevin is determined to seek immortality; cheating death, and his deal with the devil alike. Arriving in a new world brimming with potential, he finds his future littered with cultivation obstacles.  Finding a hard path forward with help from his new home, he’ll have to work harder than ever to turn his weaknesses into strengths. When cultivators are more interested in power than the peak, most will his simple goal of eternal life. Yet those few who understand will become the most stalwart allies. Kevin will have to unearth the deepest secrets of cultivation to have a chance at Ascension. Success will require overcoming arrogant sect disciples, body cultivating knights, secretive mystery orders, and an endless procession of people who just don’t get it. A lesser goal might not be worth the hassle; immortality is worth everything he has. Welcome to a new epic cultivation saga, set in a modern world influenced by cultivation for millennia. Where ancient experts of world-shattering power, co-exist with modern, Qi-based technology.  What to expect: A weak to strong character, covering the journey from mere mortal to the highest peak. A modern, western-style setting influenced by cultivation Sensible, fleshed-out characters A world that combines traditional cultivation, strange adapted methods, and modern, Qi-based technology. [participant in the Royal Road Writathon challenge]