Simulated immortality allows me to calculate talent stats.

You two, who have "betrayed your master and forgotten your ancestors," silently watch each other.

You forced a smile to express your speechlessness.

The Demonic Sect Master forced a smile, realizing he had been a bit too blunt.

[She did this to avoid appearing too disregardful of the opinions of the Demonic Sect and the sages.]

[He retorted, "This is a last resort. If Daozi doesn't join the demonic sect, and the demonic sect doesn't become tainted by rebellion, I won't be able to conduct research and experiments, let alone comprehend the variables and find a way out."]

"Michiko, you understand, right?"

You gave the same formulaic smile as always.

Does it matter whether you understand it or not? The important thing is whether the sages of the Demonic Sect understand it or not, isn't it, Sect Master?

The other party revealed their plan and reasons without reservation.

You weigh the pros and cons.

Consider whether to help the other party and join the Demonic Sect.

You're not afraid of conspiracies and schemes; you even seem to look forward to them.

Because all the conspiracies are before you.

One day, the veil of mystery will be lifted, revealing all the secrets to you.

Therefore, getting involved yourself has always been your first choice.

"I agreed."

After a brief moment of thought, you nodded and gave your answer.

The Demon Lord was overjoyed, his radiant smile brightening the quiet room.

Then, with polite concern, he inquired.

[Should Daozi consult the Celestial Master and the opinions of the sages of the Celestial Master's Mansion?]

You shook your head.

"They will understand and support me."

You declined, and a sense of regret settled in your heart.

[The old Taoist priest and his ancestors would love nothing more than to harm others themselves.]

[Now, some demonic sects share their defiance of fate, thus mitigating the damage.]

[It seems that right now, inside the ancestral temple, our ancestors are dancing and throwing a celebration.]

Now, you truly understand one sentence.

What is poison to one is candy to another.

The sages of the Celestial Master's Mansion were too narrow-minded; it was the Master of the Demonic Sect who truly had the discerning eye and knew what was good for him.

It seems you've found a sense of belonging.

[Old Daoist, I'm sorry, but the emotional value the other party offered was simply too high.]

[You should offer a sincere and remorseless apology to the old Taoist priest and your ancestors.]

"Now that Daozi has joined my sect, let's proceed according to the established procedures."

"I am Yu Ji, the current ruler of the Holy Sect."

"Today, on behalf of our master, we accept Wen Yu as a disciple and appoint him as the Executive Vice Sect Master, in charge of the sect's sacrificial rites to Heaven."

[You listen attentively and learn the other person's name: Yu Ji.]

I also heard her define your role.

[He took on a disciple on behalf of his master, becoming her junior brother and serving as the executive vice sect leader.]

It's nothing, and you don't seem to care much.

[But that last sentence.]

[In charge of the Holy Ancestor's sacrificial rites to Heaven...]

You slowly raised your eyes, looking at your senior sister, Yu Ji, who was smiling brightly.

[I sensed her interest in the Demonic Sect, or rather, the Holy Sect.]

Yu Ji's deep-seated malice towards the Holy Ancestors was practically palpable.

[Not only did they accept me as a disciple, they also put me in charge of the sacrificial rites to Heaven.]

[Would future sages and wise men dare to inhale the billowing black smoke of incense in the human world?]

Don't you think Yu Ji would be like that old Taoist priest?

[Use the power of thunder to purify your rebellious destiny.]

She might even be eager to fuel the flames.

[You've only just fallen into demonic possession... and you've already experienced the Holy Sect's corporate culture.]

As expected of... the Holy Sect.

[He truly loved his ancestors deeply.]

Even after they've ascended to the heavens, the heavens still bring them trials and tribulations, pushing them to progress.

The two of you, brother and sister, gazed at each other silently, your eyes conveying a knowing meaning.

[I really feel like we've known each other for a long time.]

You have completed the initiation ceremony with Yu Ji.

After closing her eyes and sensing for a moment, she revealed a subtle, indescribable expression.

"Junior brother, your Holy Sect's authority is no different from mine. You can choose to browse martial arts manuals and classic texts as you wish. If you are unfamiliar with the environment, I will have Gong Si guide you."

As she spoke, her voice trembled, and her delicate body inexplicably shuddered.

"I can't wait to start researching, see you later..."

[The voice lingered, and the spatial array spell glowed faintly.]

[The scenery changes.]

Yu Ji has vanished without a trace, and you have appeared in the entrance hall of the attic.

The sophisticated instruments that were originally displayed, including the thunderbolt, have all disappeared.

The surroundings were empty.

Clearly, this was a deliberate arrangement by Yu Ji to bring you here.

[Initially, perhaps I only wanted to trade with you for the mysteries of lightning magic to fill in the gaps in my research data.]

[As a result, you gave her a big one.]

"Executive Deputy Sect Leader..."

You turned around abruptly, your black robe fluttering, and stood with your hands behind your back.

"At this moment, I am considered one of the most powerful beings in the human world... Oh no!"

Suddenly, you realize something.

"Having such a high status doesn't seem like a good thing..."

Within the Celestial Master's Mansion, your high status allows you to lose a fundamental element in establishing rules when employing the "subordinates overthrowing superiors" tactic.

But you don't really care, since it's quite easy to find the concept of 'low' if you just let your imagination run wild.

[There are additional notes regarding "inferior overthrowing superiors".]

[Note 3: Using "Subordinates Overthrowing Superiors" will make you hate those who overthrow you to the core. If anyone in your faction who is "lower" than you tries to break the rules, you must eliminate them, otherwise you will be trapped by your inner demons.]

[You've almost completely ignored this note before, and it's almost forgotten about it.]

[Because you became a retainer of the Wei family solely based on Wei Qi's words, you have no real connections and your relationship is superficial.]

[After becoming an apprentice of the Celestial Master's Mansion.]

[Whether it's the eldest brother, the second brother, the third brother whom we haven't met yet, the elders, or the vast majority of disciples of the Celestial Master's Mansion.]

[There was almost no jealousy or desire to usurp power.]

Therefore, even a direct disciple of the Celestial Master, with a very high status, cannot trigger the passive ability.

【but……】

Now you've joined the Holy Sect...

【Pah! What a load of bull!】

This is the Demonic Sect!

[You are a newly appointed Executive Vice Sect Leader, and also hold the title of Daoist Disciple of the Celestial Master's Mansion.]

It's unimaginable what kind of shock this order will cause once it gets out.

How much jealousy, scheming, testing, and malice will come crashing down on you?

If the prohibition is violated, it must be eliminated.

You don't seem to mind at all; you were offended, so you killed him.

However, if the number of people is large and they are widely distributed, constantly tracking and processing them will greatly waste your time.

You don't have that much time and energy to waste on these pointless things.

[And even asking my senior sister to withdraw the order didn't work.]

Even if one's social status is low, one can still have cultivation level, height, and even the height one stands in, etc.

【besides……】

You feel that your thoughts have reached a height that almost pierces the heavens.

However, if it is not removed, one will be trapped by inner demons.

【wrong!】

【etc!】

[Inner demons?]