The Invincible Sect Leader

In the vast expanse of the Ancient Supreme World, Ye Chen had long since abandoned any delusions of an easy life. The Supreme Cultivation System, while seemingly a blessing, was the cruelest taskmaster he had ever encountered. His suffering was endless, his hardships unceasing, and his fate intertwined with an audience of celestial beings who found endless amusement in his struggles.

Atop his celestial throne, Chan Li observed the unfolding events with great satisfaction. His disciples gathered around, betting on Ye Chen's latest challenges.

"I wager a thousand spirit stones that Ye Chen fails again within the next hour," one disciple chuckled.

"Master's system is truly merciless," another laughed. "Even if he's determined, it punishes him harder than his enemies do!"

Chan Li merely smirked, eyes glinting with mischief. "Disciples, let's raise the stakes. If he survives today without embarrassing himself, I shall grant him a fortuitous encounter."

The disciples cheered at the proposition, while Ye Chen, oblivious to the celestial gamblers, faced his latest nightmare.

[New Quest: Survive the Wrath of the Iron Fist Gang]

Reward: One step closer to not being completely useless.

Penalty: Humiliation beyond mortal comprehension.

Ye Chen, breathing heavily, stared at the twenty men before him—each one built like a moving mountain of muscle. His legs trembled, his spirit wavered, but his will remained steadfast.

"No more running," he muttered, clenching his fists. "This system may be hell, but I refuse to be a laughingstock forever!"

The Iron Fist Gang leader cracked his knuckles, sneering. "Boy, we've beaten you so many times, even the gods above must be tired of watching!"

From the celestial sect, the disciples burst into laughter.

"He's not wrong," one of them admitted.

Chan Li raised an eyebrow. "But let's see what Ye Chen does this time."

Ye Chen exhaled, his battered body somehow finding newfound resolve. He had trained endlessly under the system's absurdly difficult regimen. His movements, once clumsy, were now precise. His body, once frail, was now battle-hardened. And his mind, once cowardly, was now unwavering.

The gang charged at him. This time, Ye Chen didn't retreat.

He dodged the first attacker, his footwork impeccable. He countered another, landing a perfect strike to the gut. The gang members grunted in pain, falling one after another. Within minutes, only the leader remained.

The celestial disciples gasped.

"He… he actually won?"

Chan Li chuckled. "Perhaps this mortal isn't entirely useless after all."

Ye Chen, panting, stood victorious, his fists clenched in triumph. But before he could celebrate, the system chimed in.

[New Quest: Don't Get Too Cocky]

Reward: A lesson in humility.

Ye Chen's heart sank. "Wait, what?"

Out of nowhere, a stray rock flew at him, knocking him flat on his back.

The celestial sect roared with laughter.

Chan Li grinned. "Balance must be maintained, after all."

Despite the humiliation, Ye Chen smiled faintly. He was stronger now. He would rise again. And though the path was grueling, he had unknowingly begun his journey to true greatness.

Chan Li watched with intrigue. Perhaps, just perhaps, Ye Chen was worth watching after all…