Xiao Meng

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Xiao Meng (萧猛)
Alias(es)	Third Young Master; “Ultimate Trash”; Brother Meng 1 27 48
Species/Race	Human; a transmigrator from Earth reborn into the Xiao Clan alongside Xiao Yan 1
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Xiao Clan of Wutan City 1 42
Occupation/Role	Body cultivator; system user; alchemist; protector of the Xiao Clan 2 26 39
Status	Active 50
First Appearance	Chapter 1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Qi Transformation Realm	2	Reached the ninth minor realm of the Body-Shattering Realm after cultivating the Eternal Undying Art with gathered herbs, Fire Essence, and Rootless Water. 2
Heavenly Abode Realm	5	Opened his Heavenly Palace, establishing the foundation of his body-cultivation path. 5
First Origin Core	21	Condensed a translucent Origin Core within his Heavenly Palace after extended body tempering and seclusion. 21
Late Heavenly Abode Realm; Second Origin Core	33	Broke through to the late Heavenly Abode Realm and condensed a second Origin Core; he states he can easily defeat one- or two-star Dou Masters. 33

Background

Xiao Meng was originally an assembly-line worker on Earth. After falling down a stairwell while reading Battle Through the Heavens, his soul transmigrated to the Dou Qi Continent. Unable to immediately possess a body, he was remade in the same womb as Xiao Yan and was born first, becoming Xiao Yan’s elder brother and the Xiao family’s third son. 1

Having read the original story several times, Xiao Meng knows major events surrounding Xiao Yan’s future. For years, he believed himself to be an untalented bystander and publicly vowed never to cultivate, intending to live comfortably once Xiao Yan became powerful. 1

His outlook changed after awakening the “Fishing the Heavens” system and beginning body cultivation through the Eternal Undying Art. He initially spent eight years concealing his strength and enduring the Xiao Clan’s contempt, eventually completing the system task connected to that period and receiving ten fishing attempts. 2 8

Appearance

Xiao Meng is introduced as a youth who appears fourteen or fifteen years old. His ordinary appearance is often overshadowed by his conspicuous collection of Earth-derived tools and weapons. 1

• Often carries a wok spatula, slingshot, small hoe, steel spike, wrench, or steel rod. 2 3 4
• Uses black cloth to conceal his face during some operations. 4 41
• His body becomes increasingly crystalline and resilient through cultivation. 2 20
• Keeps an extensive blue grievance notebook titled The Buddha Holds No Grudges, Only a Little Notebook. 1

Personality

Xiao Meng is highly vindictive and records perceived insults in a meticulously maintained account book, including slights from Xiao Ning, Xiao Mei, Xiao Xun’er, Xiao Yan, and Xiao Zhan. He treats repayment for these grievances as a long-term priority. 1

He is also theatrical, arrogant, and prone to provoking others for system rewards or personal amusement. He presents himself as the “true protagonist,” enjoys intimidating opponents, and frequently conceals his real capabilities until a dramatic reveal is advantageous. 4 8 15

Despite his hostility toward Xiao Yan and resentment over Xiao Xun’er, Xiao Meng repeatedly protects the Xiao Clan and gives Xiao Yan crucial guidance. He is deeply alarmed when his father and clan are injured, and he takes an active role in countering the Gale Clan’s threats. 17 37 39

Abilities & Skills

Eternal Undying Art

Xiao Meng’s primary cultivation method is the Eternal Undying Art, a body-refinement technique fueled by Origin Power rather than Dou Qi. 2 20

• Tempers his flesh, blood, vital essence, and physique through repeated destruction and restoration. 20
• Grants exceptional physical power; he defeats magical beasts and cultivators through direct combat. 4 14
• Allows him to cultivate despite possessing no Dou Qi, causing standard Dou Qi tests to register nothing. 8 16
• Uses the Heavenly Palace and Origin Cores as the foundation of his strength. 5 21 33

Chaos Green Lotus

A Chaos Green Lotus exists within Xiao Meng’s Heavenly Palace and supplies mysterious chaotic energy. 6 17

• Heals serious injuries rapidly, restoring his damaged arm completely. 17
• Supports his combat performance alongside his superior Origin Energy. 41
• Is regarded by Xiao Meng as an unparalleled innate supreme treasure whose full potential remains unexplored. 17

Nine Heavens Thunder Battle Array

Xiao Meng studies formations, condenses battle seals, and deploys the Nine Heavens Thunder Battle Array as a battlefield weapon. 39

• Can kill or injure multiple guards in an ambush. 40
• Produces lightning constructs, including a thunder dragon and thunder tiger. 41
• Injured four-star Da Dou Shi Jia Lie Nu and shattered his Dou Qi armor. 41
• Places severe strain on Xiao Meng when operated at full power. 41

Great Desolate Heaven-Imprisoning Finger

Xiao Meng obtains an upgraded experience card for the mid-grade Heaven-tier Dou Skill, the Great Desolate Heaven-Imprisoning Finger. 30

• Masters its first finger and considers cultivating a second Origin Core afterward. 31
• Uses the technique against the Rain Clan in Hundred-Broken Mountains. 47

Alchemy

Although he lacks Dou Qi, Xiao Meng possesses Yuan Power and unusually strong soul power, allowing him to meet the requirements for alchemy. 26

• Searches inherited memories for body-tempering pill formulas. 27
• Gathers ingredients and refines pills in secluded mountain caves. 23
• Produces a second-tier pill assessed as having the potential to transform after long-term nourishment in a spiritual-medicine-rich environment. 26
• Collects ingredients for the Purple Fire Star Pill. 27 30

Earth Weapons

Xiao Meng employs weapons and equipment originating from Earth, often catching opponents off guard. 1 50

• His AK-47 can merge with his arm, concealing the weapon from others. 17
• His arm must be strong enough to withstand the weapon’s recoil. 17
• Uses an AK-47 to destroy a Rain Clan divine decree and kill fleeing enemies. 50
• Makes regular use of improvised weapons such as wrenches, hoes, spatulas, and steel spikes. 2 4

Fishing the Heavens System

Xiao Meng’s system grants fishing opportunities and missions, providing access to items beyond his world. 1 8

• Rewards completed tasks and hidden missions with fishing attempts. 8 14 15 28
• Restricts him from revealing his transmigrator identity to Xiao Yan under threat of five lightning strikes. 3
• Provides unconventional tools and resources used in his cultivation. 1 2
• Through fishing, obtains access to a divine pool containing Taiyi True Water. 45

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Blue grievance notebook — Records every perceived grievance, complete with dates and commentary. 1
• Small hoe and steel spike — Used to excavate medicinal herbs and Earth-Core Jade Marrow in the back mountain. 2
• Wrench — Used as a close-combat weapon, including during Jia Lie Ao’s rescue. 4
• Storage ring — Used to store and produce items, including medicinal herbs. 10
• Soul-Nourishing Wood — Given to Xiao Yan to help nourish Yao Chen’s weakening soul. 17 38
• Fishing rod — Used for system fishing and the acquisition of extraordinary treasures. 30 45
• AK-47 — Earth firearm capable of merging with his arm. 17 50
• Golden lighter and cigars — Used by Xiao Meng during combat against the Gale Clan convoy. 41

Relationships

• Xiao Yan — Younger biological brother. Their relationship mixes rivalry, resentment, manipulation, and genuine support; Xiao Meng reveals the cause of Xiao Yan’s cultivation regression and urges him to accept Yao Chen as his master. 1 17
• Xiao Xun’er — Xiao Meng initially had feelings for her, but grows resentful after she becomes close with Xiao Yan. Their later interactions are defined by bickering and mutual irritation. 1 8 16
• Xiao Zhan — Father. Xiao Meng resents Xiao Zhan’s favoritism toward Xiao Yan, but becomes fiercely protective when Xiao Zhan is injured by the Gale Clan. 3 37
• Yao Chen / Yao Lao — Xiao Yan’s remnant-soul master. Xiao Meng knows details of Yao Chen’s past, gives Xiao Yan Soul-Nourishing Wood for him, and frequently antagonizes him. 17 38
• Nalan Yanran — Cloudmist Sect adversary defeated and publicly humiliated by Xiao Meng. He deliberately leaves her motivated to cultivate, fulfilling a hidden system mission. 14 15
• Jia Lie Ao — Xiao Yan’s enemy. Xiao Meng saves him from assassins due to a system mission, then knocks him unconscious and loots him. 4
• Pain — Xiao Clan guard captain who fears and flatters Xiao Meng, arranging favorable treatment for him in the marketplace. 27 29
• Little Dot — A volatile temporary ally against the Rain Clan. Little Dot calls Xiao Meng “big brother,” while Xiao Meng insists on being called “Brother Meng.” 47 48
• Xiao Tian — A fellow Xiao-surnamed cultivator who seeks a connection with Xiao Meng after witnessing his power. 50
• Princess Yaoye — Imperial princess rescued from Cloudmist Sect attackers; Xiao Meng later provokes her by asking her to become his concubine. 33 34

Story Role / Major Arcs

Concealed Cultivation and Clan Assessment

Xiao Meng spends years hiding his Origin Power while being dismissed as the Xiao Clan’s “Ultimate Trash.” After completing his eight-year system task, he fails the Dou Qi assessment but retaliates against the clan disciples mocking him, exposing his overwhelming physical strength. 8

Cloudmist Sect Confrontation

During Nalan Yanran’s visit to the Xiao Clan, Xiao Meng defeats her with ease, humiliates her, intimidates Ge Ye, and warns the clan elders against causing further trouble. His actions establish his reputation as the Xiao Clan’s most feared member. 14 15

Guiding Xiao Yan

Xiao Meng reveals that Yao Chen’s soul inside Xiao Yan’s ring has been absorbing Xiao Yan’s Dou Qi. He gives Xiao Yan Soul-Nourishing Wood and pressures him to use Yao Chen’s guidance to defeat Nalan Yanran in three years. 17 38

Conflict with the Gale Clan

After killing Liu Xi and clashing with Jia Lie Bi’s faction, Xiao Meng becomes central to the escalating conflict between the Xiao and Gale Clans. He studies formations, prepares resources for his family, and ambushes a convoy carrying ingredients for Red Phosphorus Pills. 28 39 40

Rain Clan Battle

While pursuing Taiyi True Water in Hundred-Broken Mountains, Xiao Meng battles the Rain Clan, including multiple Sealers. He treats the fight as an opportunity to temper himself, later using his AK-47 to destroy the clan’s divine decree. 45 47 48 50

Notable Quotes

“Keeping a low profile and enduring for seven or eight years—not Jesus, but Tathagata.” 1

“The era of Brother Meng's invincibility has begun.” 8

“I know the past and foresee the future. What's so surprising about that?” 38

Trivia

• Xiao Meng cannot cultivate Dou Qi, but his Origin Power lets him surpass many Dou Qi cultivators. 16 26
• The Magic Stone Tablet identifies him as having no Dou Qi, contributing to his former reputation as a useless clan member. 8
• He considers himself the “true protagonist” after the system explicitly confirms it. 4
• His system’s hidden missions sometimes reward actions that strengthen his enemies, such as provoking Nalan Yanran into cultivating more intensely. 15