The Invincible Sect Leader

The Ancient Supreme World had long since become a spectacle for the Heavenly Mystic Sect. Every day, the massive divine screen displayed Ye Chen's struggles, his triumphs, and most importantly, his endless suffering.

At first, the disciples treated it as mere entertainment. But as the days stretched into weeks, they realized something the system wasn't just making Ye Chen suffer for fun. It was tempering him, refining him into something terrifying.

Chan Li, watching from his throne, stroked his chin in deep thought. "Hmmm… he's starting to adapt. Even when faced with impossible odds, he doesn't break."

One of the disciples, an elder who had laughed the loudest in the beginning, now observed Ye Chen with admiration. "Master, could it be that this… Ye Chen… is truly someone worthy of your system?"

Chan Li smirked. "We shall see."

Ye Chen's Endless Trials

Ye Chen panted heavily, his body covered in bruises. The latest quest had nearly killed him.

[Quest Completed: Defeat a Qi Refining Cultivator While Still a Mortal] [Reward: +1 Temporary Qi Circulation Ability] [Penalty for Failure: Extreme Public Humiliation]

As his battered form stood victorious over his opponent, he couldn't even celebrate. He had won, but just barely.

[New Quest Issued: Survive a Life-or-Death Battle Against a Foundation Establishment Expert] [Time Limit: 3 Days] [Reward: Permanent Qi Sense Activation] [Penalty for Failure: Your Pants Will Spontaneously Explode in Front of Everyone]

Ye Chen's hands trembled. He wanted to cry. "Can't you just let me rest?!"

[Negative. The path to greatness is paved with sweat, blood, and suffering.]

Ye Chen gritted his teeth. He had long given up on resisting the system's torment. His only option now was to fight.

"I'll… I'll survive!"

The Disciples' Perspective

Back at the Heavenly Mystic Sect, the disciples were no longer merely entertained.

A younger disciple clenched his fists. "He's pushing forward, even without proper cultivation. He's doing everything through sheer willpower."

Another nodded. "I used to think he was just a joke, but… this level of perseverance is insane."

Chan Li chuckled. "Now, what if I told you that any of you could take a bet on his fate?"

The disciples turned to him, eyes gleaming with interest.

"Bets?" one asked.

Chan Li waved his hand, and suddenly, a new interface appeared before them a gambling system, allowing disciples to place bets on Ye Chen's success or failure.

"If you believe in him, place your faith in his victories. If you believe he will fail, then place your bets accordingly."

The disciples immediately gathered around, placing bets on Ye Chen's survival.

"I bet he wins, but only barely!"

"I bet he loses… but doesn't die."

"I bet he somehow gets even stronger after this!"

Chan Li grinned. "Interesting."

The Final Duel

Ye Chen had only one day left to prepare for his fight against a Foundation Establishment expert. He trained tirelessly, his muscles aching, his will burning.

[New Special Quest Unlocked: Push Your Limits] [Condition: Survive Without Using External Aid] [Reward: +1 Stat Boost to All Physical Attributes]

Ye Chen collapsed to his knees, but he refused to give up.

"I'll survive."

As dawn approached, he faced his opponent. The towering Foundation Establishment cultivator smirked at him. "A mortal dares challenge me?"

Ye Chen clenched his fists. "I don't need cultivation. I just need to win."

The battle began, and the disciples of the Heavenly Mystic Sect leaned forward, eyes locked on the screen.