What if the one thing that made you different was the very key to an extraordinary destiny? In the captivating world of Flying up Without Disturb (勿扰飞升), a young woman named Konghou (箜篌) dreams of spiritual ascension in a realm where power is everything. Her journey is not one of innate talent, but of sheer determination and unexpected connections.
Denied the natural ability to cultivate, she resorts to selling her most prized possessions just for a chance to grasp the fundamentals of power. Her path takes a dramatic turn when a chance encounter with a mysterious man in white unveils a peculiar secret: physical contact with him causes spiritual energy to flow into her. This serendipitous meeting sets her on a collision course with formidable foes, hidden conspiracies, and a magical instrument that seems to call to her alone, yet remains silent in her hands.
The Unlikely Cultivator
Konghou's life is a constant struggle against her own limitations. In a society that values spiritual roots above all, she possesses none. Her desire to join the esteemed Yunhua Men (云华门) as a true disciple fuels desperate measures, including selling off her collection of elegant flying dresses. The meager earnings are far from enough, highlighting the vast gap between her ambitions and her reality. Her plight captures the sympathy of her friend, Linghui (灵慧), but sympathy does not purchase cultivation manuals. It is in the bustling, often dangerous streets that her fortune changes. When the powerful and arrogant Yu Xiao Men (御霄门) elder, Zhou Xing (周星), threatens a cloaked stranger, Konghou's instinct to protect leads her to intervene, boldly invoking the name of her master, Wangtong Zhenren (忘通真人).
This act of defiance forces a hasty retreat, and in a secluded alley, the stranger reveals himself. He is a man of stunning beauty and an aura of immense, restrained power. The moment Konghou touches him to ensure their silence from pursuers, a shocking phenomenon occurs. A surge of pure spiritual energy, something she has always been starved of, flows directly into her body. This accidental transfer is both exhilarating and confusing, marking him as the source of her sudden, borrowed power. His initial misunderstanding of her intent adds a layer of comedic tension to their profound connection, setting the stage for a partnership built on mystery and mutual need.
Their bond deepens as danger escalates. Zhou Xing, humiliated and vengeful, attacks Konghou, only for the stranger to reveal a fraction of his true strength in her defense. He is revealed to be from the prestigious Liuguang Zong (琉光宗) sect. A promised meeting at the Jingxin Bookshop (静心书铺) is thwarted when Konghou finds herself trapped within her own sect's barriers. His patience and concern, even when she fails to appear, signal a depth of character beyond the cold exterior he often presents. When Konghou's master returns, seeking vengeance on Zhou Xing, her immediate thought is to warn her new ally, demonstrating her loyalty and courage.
A Power Forged in Crisis
The confrontation with Zhou Xing unveils the true identity of the man in white: he is the renowned Zhongxi Zhenren (仲玺真人), a figure whose reputation commands instant respect and fear. The mere sight of his sacred sword, the Longming Jian (龙鸣剑), is enough to make the tyrannical Zhou Xing crumble. It is here that a darker plot is exposed, involving a forbidden drug known as Longgu Wan (龙骨丸), or Dragon Bone Pill, which Zhou Xing had been consuming to artificially boost his power. This revelation sends Konghou on a new investigation into the forbidden forest of her sect, a decision that plunges her into even greater peril.
Within the shadowy confines of the forest, Konghou encounters the malevolent cultivator Jiusu (九宿), a killer of countless adepts. She is hopelessly outmatched, and her salvation comes only with the timely arrival of Zhongxi. In the ensuing battle, he is grievously wounded by a sinister poison. In a moment of panic and necessity, Konghou touches him, and the familiar transfer of energy occurs, but this time it is amplified. A torrent of spiritual force floods her, enabling her to use it to heal his wounds. This act cements their unique symbiotic relationship, proving that her peculiar ability is not a fluke but a potent force.
Their connection proves to be their greatest asset. While hiding in a cave to recover, they discover that their physical contact allows them to draw spiritual energy directly from their surroundings. This shared cultivation accelerates Zhongxi's healing and substantially increases Konghou's own reserves. This breakthrough is a turning point for her; for the first time, she can actively participate in the spiritual world. Upon their return, she is able to attend formal cultivation classes and, in a stunning development, enters a deep meditative state that triggers her first heavenly tribulation. Surviving the lightning strike, though with the help of her master, marks her official arrival as a cultivator, defying all expectations.
However, her rapid ascent attracts unwanted attention. The scheming elder Qingyun Zhenren (青元真人), fearing his involvement in the Dragon Bone Pill trade will be uncovered, attempts to frame Konghou. Her quick thinking and possession of incriminating evidence turn the tables, exposing Qingyun's conspiracy with Zhou Xing. Victorious and vindicated, Konghou is rewarded by her sect. Her request is simple yet profound: she wishes to journey beyond the mountain to experience the world and grow through real-world trials. It is a testament to her newfound confidence and her desire to forge her own path.
Before her departure, she is granted the honor of choosing a spiritual artifact. Surrounded by powerful weapons, she does not search with her eyes but with her spirit. From the collection, one instrument answers her call—the Fengshou Konghou (凤首箜篌), a phoenix-headed harp that shares her name. It feels like fate, a symbol of her unique identity and destiny. Yet, a final mystery remains. Despite their profound connection, when she tries to play it, the strings yield no sound. The instrument that chose her refuses to sing for her, presenting the first great challenge of her journey into the wider world.
