Transcending Dreams

William awakens in a world he only knew from books, but his arrival is far from pleasant. Captured by sinister individuals plotting human sacrifice, he witnesses horrifying events unfold, including the sacrifice of children. A timely intervention by a monster saves him from a similar fate, but he is now stranded in a cultivation world, a stark contrast to his prior readings. The inhabitants insist on calling him Wei Liang. The narrative follows William's journey in this high fantasy, eastern-inspired cultivation setting with game elements. He possesses a system that allows him to gain EXP and stat points from fighting, enabling character growth from weak to strong. He can increase his stats by consuming special fruits and meals, but this process raises his "impurity" level, which can hinder his advancement. A beautiful female lead is present, and the story features late romance with age progression and no harem. However, recent developments have seen William constantly thrust into new, overwhelming situations without sufficient time to react or utilize his abilities. He is often pushed from one conflict to another, struggling against stronger individuals who dictate his actions. Despite his sect's belief in his genius talent, which stems from his EXP gain, they appear to mishandle his protection, sending him into potentially dangerous circumstances. The system's functionality is also inconsistent, with certain features being unavailable despite William meeting apparent prerequisites, and he struggles to leverage available resources like impurity cleansing or vital combat-enhancing stats. The story has been noted for its slow pace, particularly in Book 1, and a tendency for the MC to be passively moved through events.