Simulated immortality allows me to calculate talent stats.

"Damn it!"

The old Taoist priest was startled; his pupils filled with azure lightning, and twisting arcs of electricity tore at the corners of his eyes.

[It pierced through space, leaving behind streaks of black void.]

He held the Thunder Seal in his hand, his eyes wide open, blazing with lightning.

[He was on guard like never before.]

[Even with a flick of the finger, one could wield the power of divine retribution and lightning.]

Rolling dark clouds obscured the sky and sun, the overwhelming power to vanquish evil and exterminate calamities, and the oppressive aura of a supreme authority enveloped the entire Longhu Mountain.

The jade guardian, who had been sweeping, stopped, washing away the vicissitudes of old age, and regained her youthful splendor.

[The sleeping Jade Void opened its crystal-clear golden eyes.]

[After sensing that it was his master who had activated the power of thunder in the ancestral hall, he withdrew his divine aura.]

One continued sweeping, the other continued sleeping.

[Ever since you, the junior disciple who locks the gate, entered the sect.]

The long-standing tranquility of the Celestial Master's Mansion was completely shattered.

[From time to time, one could feel the ancestor's lowered gaze from the heavens; occasionally, if Master faced a formidable enemy, he would unleash his power of thunder.]

From initial surprise and curiosity, it has now become commonplace.

[After all, he was a direct disciple of the Celestial Master's Mansion.]

The three brothers each possessed unique skills that could provoke the old Taoist priest.

[And what about the disciples who lock the gate?]

[Inside the ancestral hall. 】

The old Taoist priest's eyes blazed with lightning as he stared warily at the long table.

The ancestral tablets no longer surrounded the murderer; they stared directly at him.

"Ancestors... what does it mean that you look at me like this...?"

The old Taoist's voice blended with the thunderous sound, majestic and awe-inspiring.

["Snap."]

The memorial tablet of Zhang Xunzhi tilted to the side, as if tilting its head to examine the old Taoist priest, revealing a meaningful expression of watching a show.

The old Taoist priest understood his meaning.

[Immediately change your imprint and deduce your own nature.]

Then it was discovered...

[Originally, my future was bright and azure, brimming with lightning, paving the way to a sublime path.]

At this moment, something dirty appeared in the lightning!

A sliver of black light flickered in and out of sight amidst the lightning; had it not been for the guidance of the ancestors, it would have been impossible to detect.

He ignored it all.

"Damn it! What the hell is that?!"

[The old Taoist priest roared in fury.]

Then something immediately occurred to me.

[Speaking of filth, speaking of ghosts.]

What in the world can compare to his master's locked-door disciple!

"Yu Jing! What kind of nonsense are you up to now! Destroying your ancestors is one thing!! But you're also betraying your master!!!"

The sound of rolling thunder echoed.

Upon hearing his words, the ancestral tablets all paused.

The inscription on the memorial tablet faintly reveals its spirit.

[After learning the whole story...]

[Having lost all interest in paying attention to our ancestors, he casually waved his hand and said, "Go do what you're supposed to do. Do you think you can scare this old Taoist priest like that?"]

"If he jumps again, I'll send my good apprentice to the heavens!"

In an instant, the ancestral tablets all began to move.

They continued their research on killing their master.

The old Taoist priest sat on the ground with a forlorn expression, sighing like a lonely old man.

[The eldest disciple was like this, the second disciple was like this, the third disciple was even worse, and the last disciple who locked the gate...]

It's better to remain silent...

The old Taoist priest looked up at the sky, shook his head, and sighed, "Should we go up to the sky to hide?"

[Thump thump thump!!]

The old Taoist priest raised his eyes in annoyance, glaring at the memorial tablets that were bouncing around on the table.

"What? As a junior, shouldn't I be seeking protection from you elders?"

[As he spoke, he raised his hand, and in his palm gathered the power containing the ultimate principles of heaven and earth's thunder.]

He yelled, "Hey, hey, haven't you wanted Lei Quan for a long time? I'll hand it over right now!"

"If I can't afford to offend this old Taoist priest, can't I at least avoid him?"

The previously disorganized memorial tablets immediately quieted down and were arranged according to seniority.

"Hmph! All you do is play dead!"

[Only the memorial tablet of Zhang Xunzhi's ancestor swayed left and right, as if deep in thought, before finally settling down.]

The old Taoist priest sheathed his thunderous power and gazed westward.

[His brow furrowed.]

"What is this guy up to now...?"

You are unaware of the movements at the Celestial Master's Mansion, or what happened inside the ancestral hall.

Suppress the flash of inspiration for now.

With your approval, all the details of the peace negotiations were quickly finalized.

[At the eastern hill of the formidable canyon, Wei Qi, Pang Hai, and Xu Hui stood tall and proud.]

[Wait quietly for a moment.]

[The curtains of the tent perched on the cliff were drawn back, and your figure, clad in a long, dark robe, strolled out, followed by Xu Kun with cat-like steps.]

"Mr. Wen."

"Big brother."

【"..."】

You smiled serenely and nodded, raising your eyes to look west: "Let's set off..."

Wei Qi's brows furrowed slightly, his expression hesitant.

"Mr. Wen... you really won't be mobilizing a large army, and only a few of us will be going to the meeting?"

The gazes of the second-generation Pang Hai and the second-generation Xu Hui are also fixed on you.

When you proposed not to lead the army westward and to travel light, they all tried to dissuade you.

You shook your head.

[With a firm tone: "I know you possess unparalleled military talent, and the army in your hands can display terrifying might."]

"They can penetrate deep into enemy territory and truly face a life-or-death struggle."

"The military, on the contrary, will become a burden."

You glanced at the group: "Do you really think you can abandon the army and escape on your own?"

"Even if we lead a large army to break through the encirclement, what will the losses be?"

Upon hearing this, Wei Qi and the others lowered their gazes.

They naturally understand the trade-offs involved.

The fundamental qualities of a commander are calmness, rationality, and the understanding that one cannot command troops with a merciful heart.

[They often act on emotion, which is not about loyalty or sentiment.]

[This is not a despicable act, but rather placing personal feelings above those of millions of soldiers.]

The reason you didn't send troops to accompany them is...

There's another reason.

That's when it's a true life-or-death struggle, and it will inevitably be a high-level game.

The most terrifying aspect of an army's might lies in its ability to conquer cities and seize territory.

[Involving the existence of beings in the realm of celestial beings would be excessively cumbersome.]

Moreover, given your individual strength, if you truly intend to rely on an army to encircle and annihilate them, then the Western Regions should prepare to annihilate the allied forces of a hundred nations.

The most composed person present was Xu Kun.

[He habitually raised his paw and waved it, because you said this gesture was auspicious.]

"Meow~ Don't overthink it. With your big brother here, save your brainpower and just listen to his instructions."

The consciousness of the first generation, Xu Hui, flickered in and out of existence, looking at Xu Kun with a strange expression.

[I was once possessed by Xu Kun, this inner demon, who seized control of my body.]

He was acutely aware of the unpredictable and treacherous nature of inner demons, and their sinister nature.

How did it turn into a brainless idiot cat?

Wei Qi issued orders to his subordinates, instructing them to implement appropriate countermeasures based on different unforeseen circumstances.

Then the group set off for the ancient city of Loulan.

[Within its magnificent frame, you sit serenely.]

Wei Qi, Pang Hai, and Xu Hui rode alongside him, providing protection.

Like a tiny grain of sand in the vast desert.

[Drifting towards Loulan.]