Simulated immortality allows me to calculate talent stats.

The Huai River surges with turbid waves, bathed in the brilliant sunlight of midsummer, appearing as if shimmering with gold.

A small boat crossed the river.

A chubby black cat was perched on the bow of the boat, looking around.

[Her figure, serene as a lotus blossom, was engrossed in her studies.]

Your black robe flutters, your left hand behind your back, your right sleeve dancing wildly.

Enjoy the scenery of the Huai River.

Merchant ships crisscrossed the river, and despite the war in Nancang, trade was not affected.

[On the contrary, it attracted more adventurers and risk-takers.]

Among the many merchant ships, your small boat stands out conspicuously.

However, no one went forward to provoke them.

After all, anyone who dares to enter a war zone must be not only bold but also meticulous.

[A combination like yours that's so strange and unpredictable.]

They are the most dangerous people to mess with.

[Successfully crossed the river and entered Xuzhou.]

The scenery was much better than along the way.

At least the people can maintain a basic standard of living, and the situation is stable.

The reason for this is obvious and must be related to the Taisu Palace.

This also gives you a clearer understanding of the positions of various forces in the human world.

Confucianism was deeply entrenched in imperial power, giving it the capacity to act arbitrarily.

Therefore, they can disregard human suffering.

[You previously mentioned to Bailu Academy that the aristocratic families of Huaizhou were making concessions to help the people and alleviate their suffering.]

The other party rejected him without hesitation.

Because they were unwilling to jeopardize their relationship and interests with powerful clans for the sake of the common people.

[Confucianism held absolute power over the ranks of officials.]

Besides the imperial permission, the cooperation of powerful clans and aristocratic families across the land was also required.

Together, they maintain this detached monopoly.

Conversely, the various blessed lands and grotto-heavens of the Daoist realm, the Canglan Sword Sect, the Jingxin Sword Abode, the Dongyi Sword Pavilion, and the once-existing Yongzhou Sword Palace.

[They were even considered a demonic sect.]

Within their sphere of influence, all are making every effort to maintain stability.

Whether it's out of genuine sincerity or driven by self-interest.

[Regarding the traces.]

The people living under these powers enjoy much better living conditions.

You have restrained your defiance of fate; your black robes flutter, making you appear like a mysterious and aloof young master.

[Xu Kun and Yu Ci, both dressed as black cats, felt the intense sunlight for the first time in a long time.]

[His expression became slightly tipsy and languid.]

Enjoy that intense heat.

[There was no place in Xuzhou for you to defy fate, so you quickened your pace.]

[If the shadow is shifting and uncertain, speed up your southward journey.]

[We stopped when passing Yuxiao Mountain.]

[Since we are both from the same Daoist lineage, and you, a Daoist disciple of the Celestial Master's Mansion, are passing by, should I pay you a visit and say hello?]

[One can sense an extremely intense and defiant destiny within their body.]

[It's about to burst its super armor.]

[Looking like this, I guess I won't be kicked out... right?]

【"Meow?"】

The black cat lazily raised its head, wondering why you suddenly stopped.

Just when you're about to express the question you've been pondering.

[When I found some solace in the black cat, this otherworldly demon.]

The scene before my eyes is distorted.

[Mysterious and serene talismans, engraved in the void, woven with intricate patterns.]

[Accompanied by celestial chanting.]

[The radiance floats, the energy soars high and vast.]

Then, with the ethereal grace of a celestial being descending to earth, he emerged from the talisman and strode out from the air.

[White hair, scattered with glimmers of sunlight.]

[A simple white robe, swaying like drifting clouds and mist.]

[His face was dignified and refined, like a piece of warm jade, his beauty naturally captivating.]

In an instant, the world paled in comparison.

His eyes, with their restrained elegance, lowered their gaze upon you.

The newcomer arrives with an ethereal entrance, leaving you with a complex expression in your eyes.

Why do I feel a little envious?

[A being of ethereal beauty, gazing up at you with unfathomable eyes.]

[This raises a question.]

Why is Yu Jing looking at me like that?

[The gentle and kind voice dispelled any sense of alienation or detachment she felt from others.]

[His tone revealed a deep affection for the younger generation.]

"Does the senior recognize me?"

If the other party is friendly, you should respond politely.

[A graceful, ethereal presence, nodding and smiling.]

"I am the master of Taisu Palace, the Venerable Taiyan."

[The Master of Taisu Palace.]

The other party's identity is as you expected.

[After all, within Xuzhou, those who dare to act so arrogantly are almost certainly from the Tai Su Palace.]

[Master Taiyan can no longer understand your gaze.]

[But I found it quite interesting.]

"Your master and I are old acquaintances. When he accepted you into his sect, he specially sent a formal invitation."

"So, you're... a disciple of the Lock Gate?"

Master Taiyan smiled, his eyes filled with compassion.

You slightly raised an eyebrow.

When the old Taoist priest accepted you as his disciple, did he even send out invitations to many people?

[That old man is so arrogant.]

[You complain about your sect's misfortune, yet you've provoked this filthy thing.]

[But they spread it around behind people's backs.]

[Furthermore, this post serves not only as a notification but also as a form of protection for you.]

[The hidden meaning within.]

You are Zhang Bingcheng's newly accepted apprentice. If you have any conflicts in the future, please give this old Taoist some face.

The old Taoist priest truly commands respect among mortals.

[Unlike you, who previously used the guise of the Dao Ancestor, the Holy Sect Ancestor, and all the venerable ancestors to deceive Han Si.]

A warm feeling welled up in my heart.

[Your efforts have not been in vain; you have removed the rebellious fate from the Celestial Master's Mansion.]

Although everything will be gone when the simulation ends.

However, without affecting your plans, you still choose to follow your heart.

[This is the third time Master Taiyan has failed to understand your gaze.]

[A gentle smile: "Zhang Bingcheng's four apprentices are all unique, but you are especially...special."]

His ethereal gaze, penetrating to the core, witnessed your overwhelming defiance of fate.

Even his loving gaze flickered slightly.

[After careful consideration, I found a relatively suitable word to describe it.]

You heard the other party address you by your given name, "Old Taoist."

[I was secretly alarmed.]

There are two possibilities.

[Either Master Taiyan is a being who surpasses this old Daoist.]

You've directly rejected this possibility.

The second possibility is that the other person is of a very high generation.

This did not diminish the other person's standing in your heart.

This is a ghost world.

[A high seniority means a long life, and a long life naturally leads to becoming a cunning and ruthless old fox.]

For now, we can consider them half an ally.

[Master Taiyan finally understood the meaning in your eyes this time.]

[A gentle smile.]

[He sighed, "I really envy him; all his apprentices are so interesting."]

"Unlike the Taisu Palace, which is cold and deserted, lacking a sense of life."

You hear the other person's sigh.

Her gaze drifted slowly towards him.

Are you sure you want to be envious of this big shot?

[Isn't it better if it's deserted and lacks liveliness?]

[A lively scene, like that of the Celestial Master's Mansion, where all the ancestors danced together.]

Even the Dao Ancestor descended to the mortal realm.

Are you truly capable of handling this kind of stimulation?