Nie Li blinked in confusion.

He didn't understand any of the text.

What the hell was a Yama's Furnace Breathing Technique?

What was a life coin?

Why did he have two?

Nie Li didn't care; he needed to fix this mess.

"Take the life coin. I don't care, just fix this."

[ Life Coin Confirmed ]

[ Initiating Simulation ]

[ Simulation Progress: ]

- [ Preparing... ]

- [ Progress: 1% ]

- [ Progress: 10% ]

- [ Progress: 50% ]

- [ Progress: 75% ]

- [ Progress: 100% ]

As Nie Li held the pill in his hand, a surge of relief washed over him, fueled by the system's silent guidance.

Under the watchful gaze of his father, who was clearly clinging to hope because of the great risk he had taken, Nie Li made a bold decision. Without further hesitation, he tossed the pill into his mouth and began to perform the Yama's Furnace Breathing Technique, a method he had no personal knowledge of.

Thankfully, the system took over; he didn't have to lift a finger. He just allowed the system to guide him; all he had to do was follow.

As he concentrated on the breathing technique, Nie Li felt as if his body had ignited into flames, but not in a harmful way.

It was as if a gentle fire was coursing through his veins, invigorating yet intense. He looked up, and to his astonishment, he saw soul force swirling around him, drawn to his body like metal to a magnet.

The sight was mesmerizing, almost ethereal.

This soul force didn't just hover around him; it began to penetrate his skin, seeping into his very being.

As it merged with his own soul force, it started to expel the impurities of the failed Flying Dragon Pill from his body.

The process was visibly apparent as tiny beads of what looked like darkened sweat emerged from his pores, each droplet containing remnants of the pill's harmful components.

It was as though his body was purging itself of poison, cleansing in the most literal sense.

The expelled impurities didn't diminish the power of the soul force that continued to envelop him.

Instead, what remained after the purification was purer, more potent soul force, free of any taint from the pill.

This refined energy flowed towards his dantian like rivers converging into a sea.

As it settled in his dantian, Nie Li could feel his soul force intensifying, strengthening.

[ Simulation Complete ]

[ Outcome: Successful application of the Yama's Furnace Breathing Technique following ingestion of the Failed Flying Dragon Pill. The potentially lethal effects have been neutralized. ]

As Nie Li felt the pure soul force settle into his dantian, a sudden noise, like the cracking of a delicate shell, echoed through him. It was his dantian expanding, accommodating the influx of power in a way he had never experienced before.

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Nie Ming and the rest of the family instinctively took a step back as they witnessed an astonishing sight.

Nie Li's body erupted in a brilliant hue of red, the light enveloping him like a cloak woven from the very essence of power.

The sight was breathtaking and fearsome in equal measure.

A single thought united everyone present: "Demon spiritualists."

The term "demon spiritualist" referred to a unique class of cultivators known for their exceptional strength, surpassing that of ordinary fighters. These cultivators achieved their formidable power by absorbing soul force directly into their dantians, fortifying them to levels beyond the ordinary.

[ Name: Nie Li ]

[ Status: Peasant ]

[ Cultivation Level: 1 star Bronze rank ]

[ Physique Level: 1 star Bronze rank ]

[ Class: Fighter, Demon Spiritualist ]

[ Race: Human ]

[ Health Points: 1000 ]

[ Soul Force: 110 ]

[ Battle Power: 1642 ]

[ Class Features:

- Perception

- Endless Vanguard

- Soul Manipulation

- Third Eye ]

[ Allies: None ]

[ Equipment: ]

- [ Civilian Clothing ]

[ Description: Born to a farmer in the Heavenly Marks Family, a young boy harbors ambitions far greater than his humble origins suggest, along with a deep secret. He carries the burden of memories from a past life, where he witnessed the destruction of Glory City. Faced with the daunting task of altering destiny, he must navigate his new life's challenges. Will he succeed in preventing the catastrophe he once saw, or is history doomed to repeat itself? ]

Nie Li's mind was reeling from the revelations unfolding before him. His jaw practically hit the floor as he tried to process everything.

"The new battle power, the class features... I've actually ascended to a 1-star Bronze rank Demon Spiritualist?" he thought, barely able to contain his shock.

The realization hit him like a bolt of lightning.

In his previous life, it had taken him two grueling years at the Holy Orchid Institute to achieve the 1-star Bronze rank, and yet, here he was, reaching this milestone just days after his soul realm ceremony in this new life.

Nie Ming's voice cut through the stunned silence like a jubilant thunderclap.

"YES, That's my boy, my boy!" he screamed, his voice brimming with pride and joy. Without hesitation, he pulled his wife into a celebratory embrace, both of them sharing a moment of pure elation over their son's incredible achievement.

Nie Kai, standing a bit off to the side, couldn't help but let out a whistle of admiration.

"Oh heavens," he said, a wide grin spreading across his face.

"Looks like we're going to have to start treating him with a bit more respect now, huh?"

Xiao Yun, overcome with emotion, had tears glistening in her eyes.

"Our Nie Li, a Demon Spiritualist," she whispered, her voice thick with emotion. "I always believed he was destined for great things."

"Truly remarkable," Miao Ling commented. "To think, he's achieved what many spend decades striving for."

"Nie Li, are you feeling alright?" Nie Ming asked, concern lacing his voice, worried about any adverse effects from the sudden ascension.

"I feel like I'm on top of the world," Nie Li beamed, a vibrant energy radiating from him.

"No, you're currently in your house," Nie Ming quipped, trying to lighten the mood, which earned a chuckle from Nie Li.

"Dad, can I talk to you privately?" Nie Li requested, and Nie Ming, sensing the seriousness, nodded as they both stepped outside into the quiet night, under the moon's watchful gaze.

After a brief moment of silence, Nie Li broached the subject that weighed heavily on his mind.

"Dad, can I ask you about that stranger?"

"Of course," Nie Ming replied, open to the conversation.

"Can you describe him?" Nie Li continued, probing for details.

"Yeah, he was covered in a cloak. It was hard to see his face, but he had a deep voice," Nie Ming recounted.

"And his shop?" Nie Li pressed on, seeking more information.

"There was no shop. He showed me the pill in the back alleys. When I smelt it, I just knew it was the right thing. Plus, I trusted the guy; he helped me with the medicinal recipe," Nie Ming explained, "You know, I doubted if my gamble was right, but seeing you become a demon spiritualist made it all worth it," Nie Ming confessed, a mix of relief and pride in his voice.

A pained expression crossed Nie Li's face, prompting Nie Ming to ask, "What's wrong?"

"That pill was a failed product. If someone normal had taken it, they would have died," Nie Li revealed, delivering a shock that rooted Nie Ming to the spot.

"But you became a..." Nie Ming started, confusion and disbelief mingling in his voice, only to be interrupted by Nie Li.

"1-star Bronze rank. If this was a true Flying Dragon Pill, I would probably be at a 5-star Silver rank by now," Nie Li clarified, the reality of the situation sinking in for both of them.

Nie Ming's initial shock turned into anger, his features contorting as he prepared to storm off in search of the scammer, but Nie Li caught his hand, stopping him in his tracks.

"I know you want to get the money back, but the scammer is long gone. You probably won't find him," Nie Li reasoned, trying to calm his father.

The anger in Nie Ming's eyes faded to disappointment, his legs giving out as he slumped to the ground, overwhelmed by the magnitude of his mistake.

"Now what?" Nie Ming asked, his voice small, looking up at Nie Li.

"Now we win the tournament and repay this damn loan back."