Chen Ye transmigrates to the Great Wu Dynasty and binds himself to an orphan cultivation system. As long as he nurtures orphans, he earns points, which can be used to draw skills to bestow upon the orphans.
But…
Chen Ye always feels that these traits are a bit strange.
[Strong Physique: Increases strength growth rate; but can only use heavy weapons] [Dexterous Hands: Enhances talents in cooking, sewing, and other life skills; greatly enhances talent in mechanisms and manual techniques] [Perseverance: As long as there is determination, nothing is impossible; but thoughts must be clear and unobstructed] [Draw Lots: The things drawn will accompany for a lifetime; but…]
Each volume so far focuses on telling a distinct story and on the development of the Orphans. The main character (MC) often takes a back seat, serving more as a pivotal point or a showcase. Interestingly, the MC doesn't face the typical challenges or issues found in cultivation or wuxia stories. Instead, the focus is on ensuring the Orphans are on the right path as much as possible.
The biggest issue is that the author struggles to make the most of these moments early on. For instance, Volume 1 had ongoing problems with character growth and direction, feeling like a checklist of points to hit and wrap up neatly with the MC. Volume 2 showed improvement with more backstory and suspense, but it still suffered from a rushed and messy resolution of problems.
I've just started Volume 3, and I hope to see the author continue to improve. There have been noticeable changes between Volumes 1 and 2, and I hope these improvements persist in Volume 3. For now, I'd say this novel is average and has plenty of room for growth. It's not bad, but the areas where it falls short are evident as you read through it.