Mortal's Ascent: The Black Cauldron Chronicles

In a shattered world where immortals have fallen and spiritual energy runs dry, Li Luo—a youth born without talent—stumbles upon a mysterious black cauldron that devours all creation. Three ancient powers vie to claim him as their disciple, each believing him their perfect pawn. But this divine artifact harbors secrets that could overturn the heavens themselves. When Li Luo finally grasps the cauldron's true power, he'll transform from chess piece to grandmaster, rewriting the rules of cultivation and challenging the very beings who dared manipulate his fate.