Simulated immortality allows me to calculate talent stats.

[You were also surprised, not expecting Cao Jin to come in person to congratulate you, even though you hadn't hosted a banquet for him.]

Before you could react, Yan Ming, with his round, chubby figure, ran to the front yard and shouted from afar, "It is truly an honor to have the esteemed strategist grace us with his presence!"

You chuckled softly and went out to greet them.

"Mr. Wen, on this joyous occasion, why don't you invite me to a banquet to share in the celebration?"

Cao Jin, in his early forties, possessed a refined and elegant air, exuding the grace and refinement of a scholar.

"I apologize for my rudeness, strategist."

You bow respectfully.

"We've known each other for ages, this small gift is hardly a token of my respect."

"You're too kind. Please come in and have a cup of warm wine."

News of the strategist Cao Jin's visit to offer congratulations spread quickly, and subsequently, prominent families and clans throughout Yangzhou prepared gifts and sent messengers to offer their congratulations.

This caused the wedding banquet, which was originally intended to be a family gathering, to escalate into a much larger affair, forcing the relevant restaurants to immediately arrange for additional chefs.

The wedding banquet was lively, and with Cao Jin in charge, no one dared to misbehave.

The representatives of prominent families who came to offer their congratulations also witnessed your recent widespread fame.

"This Mr. Wen is elegant and refined in appearance, with a dignified bearing. I've heard he has an unparalleled memory and is incredibly accurate in calculations. No wonder he captivated the enchantress of the Demonic Sect."

[Does Cao Jin's enthusiastic attitude towards him represent Governor Chen's intentions?]

"Just observe the situation and avoid antagonizing the enemy."

Representatives of powerful families, familiar with each other, discussed the matter in hushed tones.

[At forty, you are no longer perplexed; on this joyous day, you truly enter the center of power in Yangzhou.]

As the wedding banquet ended, you gently touched your red robe, dispelling the smell of alcohol, and went to the bridal chamber.

The bride, adorned in red makeup and with a beautiful face, swayed gracefully in the candlelight.

Upon seeing you enter, Shang Qingdai activated her demonic arts to full power, operating at overload.

As dawn broke, the night began to break.

[You pulled out all the stops, using your film-watching experience, unleashing a devastating barrage.]

"You rest well, I'll go and take care of official business."

The next day, you changed into a blue robe and walked out of the bridal chamber with the proud stride of a pine tree. After closing the door, your back bent as if a branch was bent by the weight of accumulated snow.

"At forty, I'm in my prime. Yesterday's drinking must have been the cause of my downfall. Starting today, I'm abstaining from alcohol."

[You, confident in your eighth-stage Body Tempering Realm and wielding the strength of eight thousand jin, fought fiercely until dawn.]

Little did they know the true significance of the title "Demon Sect Demoness." Initially a stranger, she seemed to attain enlightenment like a god in Longchang, instantly becoming a celestial being.

[You almost had to lean against the wall to get out.]

[Twenty-eighth year, forty-four years old.]

With your and Shang Qingdai's mutual support, the power of the intelligence agency has been thoroughly consolidated.

[His relationship with Cao Jin was not limited to official business; their personal friendship gradually deepened. Thanks to fragmented information from his previous life, his diverse and sometimes eclectic remarks greatly astonished Cao Jin.]

Your relationship with Shang Qingdai has deepened day by day, and you support each other through thick and thin.

[But Shang Qingdai's injuries seem to be worsening, and she moans incessantly every night.]

Winter has passed, war has reignited, and you are once again engaged in the busy process of intelligence gathering.

[Twenty-ninth year, age forty-five.]

[Daily routine includes body tempering, sword practice, intelligence processing, abstaining from alcohol, and drawing the sword both day and night.]

[For several years, Wuzhou had not received a large army from the Great Cang Central Court. Coupled with Chen Chao's reckless and disruptive strategy, the alliance of the aristocratic families was completely dismantled.]

When the first domino fell, a chain reaction ensued, and Wuzhou lost all chance to fight back.

[Thirtieth year, forty-six years old.]

Chen Chao's reckless attack on Wuzhou led to Pang Hai's conquest of Yuzhou, while Xiang Che established his dominance over Xuzhou.

[Of the thirteen provinces of the Great Cang Dynasty, six provinces in Jiangnan have fallen, resulting in the loss of half of the country.]

The nation's collapse is beyond repair.

[In this battle of wits, you handled all sorts of complex intelligence information flawlessly, leaving no room for error, which led to Cao Jin's recommendation and eventual winover.]

The backup plan that I devised with Shang Qingdai has been laid out; now it all depends on the reaction from the Demonic Sect.

Through persistent and arduous training, you have broken through the six internal organs and entered the ninth stage of Body Tempering.

[To reach the ninth level of Body Tempering, one must overcome the barriers between the brain and the universe in order to perceive the energy of heaven and earth, incorporate it into the body, and step into the realm of Supreme Qi.]

This stage is exceptionally dangerous. If you're mentally prepared, you can simply let time wear you down.

Frost covers the ground, fine snow falls like mist, and you brew tea indoors, its leaves swirling.

[“The ten-year period has ended. Shall we settle our lives and draw our talent attributes?”]

[The long-awaited notification sound plays; you immediately select to pay.]

A life of unyielding integrity, a solitary existence; a withered tree blossoms anew in the south. Abstaining from alcohol, diligently maintaining health; three years, a thousand days, yet affection remains deep.

[Extracting talent attributes...]

【"Succubus Body" (Black)】

[Forbidden Talent: You possess a mysterious and unpredictable charm. Superficial charm is used to navigate the dating scene, while lofty ideals are used to secure your destiny. When you uphold your unwavering ideals and ask, "Young comrade, would you like to come with me?", no one will be able to refuse, and they will pledge their undying loyalty.]

"It's black!?"

Inside the coffin, Wen Yu stared wide-eyed at the talent attribute that emitted an ominous and forbidden glow.

After understanding the ability, you will realize its specific function.

Superficial applications enhance one's charm, exuding a fatal attraction that is hard to resist for women.

He didn't take it to heart.

With his own strength, he could make the demonic witch bow down and submit; why would he need any extra help?

What truly made him value it, and what made the talent attribute a black taboo, was its sublime use.

To change the fate of humanity!

He is simply a combination of Qin Shi Huang, the Great Teacher, Liu Bei, and the Emperor of the East.

A true Chinese succubus.

[You have immediately equipped the "Succubus Body" talent modifier. To your surprise, the hidden version was unlocked on the very first simulation.]

According to the system introduction, the Black Forbidden Zone requires special conditions to unlock, unlike Cyan, Blue, Purple, and Gold, which have clear pathways.

What were the conditions for receiving this time?

[Having been a virgin for over forty years?]

Or was it through relentless, day-and-night subjugation of the succubus?

You turned and went back into the house, pushing open the door. Shang Qingdai wondered why you had returned so early.

Three years of married life have revealed her virtuous and refined qualities, which, combined with the alluring charm of a demonic sorceress, make her even more captivating.

[Indeed, a virtuous wife is the perfect wife; this is the four-character proverb.]

Suddenly, Shang Qingdai noticed that you seemed different today, with a strange, unsettling, and slightly humid feeling about you.

"It's still daytime~"

You step in, testing the power of forbidden black.

Spring rains fall in torrents, splashing and flowing gently over the riverbank.

After the three families divided Nancang, the people enjoyed a period of peace and stability. Yangzhou also began to reward those who had contributed to the victory and started vying for power over the newly occupied Wuzhou.

The Demonic Sect's intelligence agency has once again broken away from the Yangzhou bureaucratic system and operates independently.

[Shang Qingdai's long-term seclusion attracted the attention of the Demonic Sect, who discovered that her life wheel was severely damaged and her cultivation level had plummeted. Various demons and monsters then attempted to infiltrate her intelligence network.]

Just as you were considering turning to Chen Chao for refuge, an order came from the upper echelons of the Demonic Sect.

[You are hereby appointed to take charge of the intelligence agency and expand its reach into Wuzhou. All necessary funds and personnel will be provided.]