My Corrupted System

Disciples were choosing assignments to acquire resources and contribution points in the busy mission hall. As missions were issued, the air was filled with the waves of spiritual energy and the hum of conversation.

Notices describing missions ranging from easy chores like gathering herbs to dangerous missions needing teamwork were posted on the walls. Uncle Fang, the overseer of the mission hall, sat in the middle of the room.

He was a big, round-faced, chubby man who was well-known for his humble nature and sharp vision. He was appointed to the hall by the sect head himself, and despite his humble nature, everyone knew he was a skilled cultivator.

Su Mei walked toward Uncle Fang, her graceful movements drawing the attention of nearby disciples. Her reputation preceded her—not only was she beautiful, with her long, dark purple hair and striking purple eyes, but she was also the daughter of an inner sect elder.

Many whispered about her, saying she often used her father's influence to get her way.

Though she never forced anyone, it was well known that she rarely went on missions herself, instead relying on others eager to earn her favor.

Those who offended her often disappeared mysteriously, though she never openly provoked anyone. Her presence commanded both awe and wariness.

Uncle Fang smiled but tilted his head in curiosity. "Niece Mei, what brought you here today? And Congratulations on breaking through the late stage of Vein Fusion Realm."

Su Mei nodded politely, concealing her internal conflict. "I'm grateful, Uncle Fang. I am looking for a mission, Something simple and far away, preferably in the mortal world."

Uncle Fang said in confusion. "The mortal world? Niece Mei, isn't that troublesome? You've just broken through. Shouldn't you stay here and stabilize your cultivation first? I can sense uneven spiritual waves coming from you. It could affect weaker people nearby or make others your enemy."

Su Mei maintained her composure. "That's exactly why I need to go, Uncle. I plan to stabilize my cultivation while away, and the mortal world is a good place for that. There's no danger, and I won't make any enemies there."

Uncle Fang stroked his chin thoughtfully. "I see your reasoning, but are you sure? These days, many people in the mortal world pretend to be ordinary, only to reveal themselves as pig eating tigers. You might find yourself in unnecessary trouble."

"Don't worry, Uncle Fang," Su Mei said, her tone firm but polite. "I'll be careful, and you can choose a mission that's unlikely to draw attention."

Uncle Fang sighed heavily. "Alright, if you insist. But be cautious, Niece Mei. You may have broken through, but it's still better to avoid unnecessary risks."

He turned to the mission board, scanning it for a suitable task. After a moment, he pulled out a scroll and handed it to Su Mei.

"So, the mission is to pick up the new disciples that the low-ranked mortal clan finds every five years in the mortal territory. Normally, this is assigned to outer hall disciples, but since you're looking for something safe and easy, it's a good choice."

"The southern territory has mostly harsh spiritual energy making cultivation difficult. As a result, it's unlikely that any strong cultivators reside there, so the risk should be minimal.$

"It'll also give you time to stabilize your spiritual energy. With your cultivation level, the task of bringing those disciples here should take no more than 2 months, Niece Mei."

Su Mei took the scroll and bowed slightly. "Thank you, Uncle Fang. I'll make sure to complete this mission without issue."

Uncle Fang nodded, though his expression remained slightly concerned, if something happened to her then who is going to face her father. "Be safe, Niece Mei. Remember, the mortal world can be unpredictable. Don't let your guard down."

"I won't," Su Mei replied before turning and leaving the mission hall.

As she walked away, she unrolled the scroll to read the mission details, her mind already calculating her next steps. This will give me the time and space I need, she thought.

Once I'm far enough from the sect, I'll figure out what to do next.

After an hour…

At the majestic gate of the sect, stood Su Mei. A huge range of mountains, each covered with clouds and filled with spiritual energy, extended beyond the gate. With its flowing waterfalls, floating relics and busy members honing their skills, the sect itself was a work of art.

She looked back one last time. Having been born and raised inside the sect's protective walls, it was her first time leaving in 200 years. She had not gone on any missions because of her father's overprotectiveness, after her mother died in a mission, but now things were different.

She was now a strong cultivator at the late stage of the Vein Fusion Realm, standing outside the sect, summoning her flying boat from her storage ring. The boat is crafted from dark jade with a complex golden rune on it.

It had a small room area enclosed in an energy barrier, shielding it from wind and spiritual disturbances. The boat hovered in the sky, as it absorbed spiritual energy from the stones placed in its core.

Stepping onto the boat, Su Mei directed it forward. The boat glided smoothly through the clouds, its energy-efficient design allowing her to conserve her spiritual power.

She avoided Cultivation cities and sect territories, knowing that flying through their areas without permission could create unnecessary conflicts.

As she moved further south, the landscape began to change. Dense forests and fertile lands gave way to rocky mountains, dry valleys, and sparse greenery. The soft spiritual energy in the air got thinner, marking her entry into the southern territory.

Days turned into weeks as Su Mei traveled. During this time, she noticed small changes in her body. Her stomach had begun to swell, she put a hand on her abdomen, to feel the lifeform inside of her.

Unlike Lin Chen's experience, her pregnancy was like a normal woman, she didn't need to cut her stomach open.

Also, over the past few days, she had been studying through books about childbirth and observing mortal women in the southern territory who were giving birth.