Godslayer: Reincarnated with SSS Rank Cultivation System

Suddenly, immense pressure crashed down on Wen Ran, forcing his knees to buckle. It felt as if the entire sky had collapsed onto him, and every breath he took was a desperate struggle, each one like trying to inhale through a collapsed lung. His chest tightened, and his vision blurred for a moment under the unbearable weight.

"What the hell? How is this even possible?" Wen Ran's heart raced like it was about to burst out of his chest. "This pressure... this feeling... it can only be one thing." Dread gripped him as he stood frozen in place, unable to move, as though the very world had locked him in place. It was as if time itself was counting down to his doom.

No matter how I think about it, heavenly punishment shouldn't even be possible at this level. This is ridiculous. I've only chosen a path to walk—it's not like I've actually defied the heavens yet! His mind churned, desperately trying to make sense of the impossible. He had witnessed heavenly punishment before, seen it obliterate even cultivators on the verge of immortality, their seemingly boundless power nothing before the heavens' wrath. And yet here he was, a fledgling cultivator at the very beginning of his journey, staring down the same divine fury.

Am I really going to die here? Wen Ran clenched his fists, the veins in his hands bulging. If I do, I swear I'll curse the one who made this system, and I'll curse this damn world for being so unfair to me—again.

The oppressive force tightened around him further, as if mocking his thoughts, daring him to prove his resolve.

He knew the doom was imminent, but surrender was not in his nature. Gritting his teeth, Wen Ran forced himself to sit on the ground, crossing his legs despite the suffocating pressure that made even the slightest movement feel impossible. Since I'm already in this situation, I might as well use it to my advantage. This pressure is immense, but if I can endure it, it'll help me build a stronger foundation.

With trembling hands, he pulled out the Spirit Convergence Bracelet and slid it onto his wrist. From within his storage, he retrieved the Heaven Defier Manual, its faintly glowing pages brimming with forbidden knowledge.

"Haaaa..." He exhaled deeply, releasing the tension in his body and steadying his nerves. His eyes suddenly sharpened, brimming with determination and an unyielding desire. I will endure this. No matter what happens, I will grow stronger!

The Spirit Convergence Bracelet immediately activated, rapidly drawing in the dense spiritual energy surrounding him. The energy felt raw, volatile, and far more powerful than anything he'd experienced before. It surged into his body, pushing his cultivation forward at a startling speed. However, the violent influx of energy destabilized his foundation, threatening to crack under the strain.

But this was no problem for Wen Ran. The overwhelming pressure from the heavens forced his body into a crucible of refinement, tempering his bones, meridians, and spirit root. Each part of him that lacked strength was being torn apart and rebuilt, inch by inch, under the crushing force. The pain was excruciating, yet Wen Ran embraced it with unwavering resolve.

This pressure... It's both my enemy and my greatest opportunity. Let's see how far I can push myself! he thought, his lips curling into a faint grin despite the sweat pouring from his brow.

He quickly flipped open the Heaven Defier Manual, its ominous energy radiating outward and amplifying the crushing pressure around him. Instantly, the suffocating force doubled, and a sharp pain pierced through his chest. Wen Ran coughed out a mouthful of blood, staining the manual's edge.

My inner organs are damaged... His thoughts raced as he steadied his trembling hand. But it's not over yet... This is far from the worst I've faced.

The moment his eyes scanned the ancient text within the manual, the words burned themselves into his mind, their meaning echoing as if spoken by a distant, wrathful deity:

"If you wish to accept my power, you must abandon the heavenly path. From this day forward, you will take energy from the world by force rather than receiving it as a gift. This technique will trick the heavens, disguising your cultivation as righteous, but once you reach the tenth step, the heavens will not be fooled any longer. They will send punishment upon you, targeting your life."

"This technique can only be learned in the Spirit Gathering Stage. It sets the foundation for defying the heavens. But beware—enduring the punishment at the tenth level is nearly impossible. Don't try to defy the heavens before that, as you will die, never to cross the Golden River to the afterlife."

The weight of the words slammed into Wen Ran's mind, leaving him dazed. His head throbbed painfully, as though the knowledge itself carried the heavens' wrath, pressing down on him with relentless force. This damned world—it wants me dead? Good. Good! Good! His lips curled into a wild grin. That's how I like it!

Blood dripped from the corner of his lips as he clenched his teeth. I won't let this stop me. If the heavens want me dead, I'll drag them down with me.

Suddenly, the text began to burn with a golden light, making Wen Ran's eyes feel as though they were on fire. The searing pain was almost unbearable, but he didn't dare to look away. In his heart, a new technique had been etched: Heaven Shattering Art. Instantly, he felt his body greedily absorbing the energy around him. But with it came a pain so immense it threatened to shatter his resolve. He wanted to scream, to let out the agony coursing through him, but his lips remained firmly shut as he focused all his willpower on the technique at hand.

A new line of text etched itself deep into his mind: "This technique transforms one's organs into a golden hue. The brighter the brilliance, the more stable the foundation becomes. Once all organs achieve full golden radiance, you will have formed the Golden Core Body, increasing not only raw power but also extending one's lifespan by 100 years. However, if you fail to achieve this before entering the Spirit Flow Stage, you will be deemed unworthy, and your cultivation will be destroyed."