Summary
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Fang Chen transmigrates into the heir of the Fang family, possessing dull talent. Bound to a 'Shitty System' that aims to make him a stepping stone for the 'Chosen One' Xiao Qing, Fang Chen realizes he can exploit system bugs. Instead of dying for Xiao Qing, he gains Xiao Qing's techniques and cultivation, reaching the ninth rank of Qi cultivation and planning to turn the 'Chosen One' into his own tool for advancement.
Fang Chen exploits system bugs to enhance his power, even attracting Jiang Ningyi, another 'Chosen One' intended to cultivate the Ruthless Sword Technique. He also gains the attention of Elder Hua due to his unexpected guqin skills. Fang Chen continues to increase his cultivation, eventually reaching Foundation Establishment, and starts cultivating the Ancient Divine Body. He faces challenges within the sect, including accusations of demon cultivation, but always manages to turn the situations to his advantage.
Fang Chen is recognized by the sect's founder and given the title of head disciple. He continues to rise in power, reaching fourth-grade Foundation Establishment. His encounters with rivals, like Sun Tan, further solidify his position and showcase his growing strength. He strategically avoids romantic entanglements that would serve the system's purpose of making him a sacrifice, especially with Chu Xin'er and Jiang Ningyi.
Fang Chen enters the Holy Son competition, and his rapid advancement from Foundation Establishment to Golden Core, then Nascent Soul, sparks suspicion. He is accused of using demonic pills to boost his cultivation, especially by his cousin Fang Ran who had plotted against him. Despite these accusations, Fang Chen demonstrates immense power, leading to unexpected outcomes in the Holy Son selection process and the Inheritance Secret Realm.
Fang Chen enters the Inheritance Secret Realm, a place of profound significance. He continues to utilize other 'Chosen Ones' as tools, even using Fang Kui to further his cultivation. He returns to his family to address the demonic energy affecting his unborn sister, uncovering deeper family conspiracies orchestrated by his second aunt and Xiao Qing.
Fang Chen confronts Xiao Qing, who has fully embraced demonic cultivation and attempts to eliminate the Fang family's unborn child. During a fierce battle, Fang Chen's cultivation is boosted by the system, allowing him to contend with Xiao Qing's demonic power. He also receives a powerful family heirloom, the Divine Axe of Salvation, reflecting his family heritage in fighting demons.
Fang Chen leads a team to the Heavenly Demon Cave, where Jiang Ningyi is in danger of demonic possession. He further enhances his cultivation by absorbing a Golden Core stage Heavenly Demon and acquires the Heavenly Demon Origin Stone. This encounter strengthens his resolve and highlights his increasing combat prowess against formidable demonic adversaries.
Xiao Qing, empowered by the Demon Stone and the Demon Empress, challenges Fang Chen to the promised three-year duel. The system continues to amplify Fang Chen's power, bringing him to the Mahayana stage to meet Xiao Qing’s increased might. The duel culminates in Fang Chen’s decisive victory, dismantling Xiao Qing's ambitions and altering his own destiny. The system declares Fang Chen the new 'Chosen One', discarding its previous goals for him and his 'tools'.