Simulated immortality allows me to calculate talent stats.

A drizzling black rain shrouded the scene as iron hooves thundered in formation, their military might overwhelming and fierce.

The immortal creation of this secret realm has attracted cultivators gathered in Jingzhou, all vying for it.

This saves you from any trouble you might encounter along the way.

The border of Jingzhou is visible in the distance.

[Boom!]

Suddenly, a deafening roar of thunder resounded throughout the heavens and earth, silencing all other sounds except for the echoing thunder in my mind.

You spurred your horse, reins loose, and turned your head with a sweeping gaze.

[Looking towards the Celestial Master's Mansion, a winding trail of golden lightning stretched across the heavens and earth.]

[Standing tall like a pillar supporting the sky.]

A sudden feeling welled up within me, a surge of sorrow.

The heavens and earth weep and chant, drawing the hearts of all living beings.

Han Jing raised his hand, and the iron cavalry obeyed, halting their formation.

Everyone's attention was drawn to the dazzling golden lightning bolt.

It was as if I were witnessing the end of a magnificent era.

Wei Zhi immediately realized something and looked up at you.

Han Jing also sensed that the towering mountain that had been pressing down on humanity had collapsed.

The Celestial Master has passed away.

[Splash...]

A sudden, torrential downpour of black rain poured down.

[To blur your image.]

Although this was anticipated, and various contingency plans were made.

But when faced with the reality, it's inevitable to feel a surge of emotions.

You gracefully dismounted.

Facing the direction of the Celestial Master's Mansion, burn incense.

[He bows in worship.]

Han Jing and Wei Zhi also dismounted, followed closely by the Imperial Guards' iron cavalry.

Let us bid farewell to this unparalleled figure.

You insert three incense sticks into a crack in a piece of bluestone.

[Gaze lowered, silent.]

Wei Zhi hesitated for a moment, then gestured to Han Jing: "Let the troops rest."

Han Jing nodded in response and waved his hand to give the order.

A formidable defense line was built in the mountain rainforest.

You stand silently before the bluestone, watching the wisps of smoke rise.

[The image of a man and a cat traveling south by boat to the Celestial Master's Mansion flashes through my mind.]

[The old Taoist priest's bewildered yet bitterly resentful expression.]

[Still vivid in my mind.]

"Are you alright?"

Wei Zhi, dressed in flowing red, strolled to your side, lifted the veil of her hat, and glanced sideways.

You shook your head.

A slight curve appeared at the corner of his mouth, but there was no real smile.

"I expected this."

【"well."】

Wei Zhi sighed softly and asked, "Have you ever regretted the disaster you've caused with your recklessness?"

Your gaze flickered slightly.

[He nodded, then shook his head.]

[His gaze was resolute and unwavering.]

"Regret is okay, but you can start over."

Wei Zhi ignored your nonsense.

His gaze fell upon the wisps of smoke rising from the sky.

"I've always been selfish and focused on survival, so I can't understand or see through what you're really pursuing."

"A peaceful and prosperous world? A world turned upside down? Rules reversed?"

[Wei Zhi's bright and captivating eyes.]

Even the gloomy rain couldn't conceal her unparalleled beauty.

"You seem to be doing all this, but that's not your true intention."

Wei Zhi gazed at you, his eyes filled with complex emotions.

"You're more like an outcast, a disruptor trying to single-handedly defy the system."

[Your soft laughter.]

[She sat upright against the bluestone, raising her eyes to meet his gaze.]

"The Empress has a keen eye for people."

Wei Zhi helplessly glared at you.

"I have struggled to survive since childhood, and I truly do not understand your thoughts."

"Clearly possessing a powerful lineage that provides strong protection, and involving the forces of numerous powerful individuals."

"Though burdened with a destiny that defies fate, they can become bargaining chips in negotiations between various parties."

Wei Zhi gazes at you intently.

"But you chose to turn your back on everyone and dig your own grave."

You sensed a hint of envy and regret in Wei Zhi's tone, a sense of pity for your lack of ambition.

Leaning against the bluestone, watching the wisps of smoke rise and change.

He rejected the idea, saying, "No, I'm even more afraid of dying and trying to survive than you are."

Wei Zhi did not answer.

He gave a cold laugh and sat down on the other side of the bluestone.

A garment, stained red on the filthy ground.

Neither of you spoke again.

[Wait until the three incense sticks have slowly burned out.]

You gently stroked your long skirt and rose.

[The mourning is over; your demise is about to begin.]

[The border between Yuzhou and Jingzhou.]

Clear white clouds and murky black clouds divide the sky.

The thunderous roar of the iron hooves echoed powerfully.

You turn and look towards Jingzhou.

[His left hand emerged from his wide sleeve, releasing the hand seal of thunder magic.]

In an instant.

The people of Jingzhou look up at the sky.

[Witnessing the thick, churning black clouds that blot out the sun year-round, wide gapes appearing to open.]

The blinding sunlight pierced down like beams of light.

[It paints the entire land of Jingzhou with dappled light and shadow.]

The rain has stopped, and the sky is clear.

In an instant, the common people knew what had happened.

The great and wise teacher who has protected Jingzhou for many years has departed.

The calamity is approaching, affecting all living beings. Even ordinary people hear rumors about it from wandering cultivators.

I understand that you acted to protect the common people, thus hindering the greater good.

[They were just killed.]

The people are not afraid of your departure, nor are they afraid of being plunged into chaos once again.

I am truly grateful for what you have done; it has been more than enough.

They all turned towards the direction you left in.

[Bow in worship.]

[Respectfully bidding farewell to the great and virtuous teacher...]

The will of all beings is formless and traceless, resonating throughout the vast heavens.

[It touched everyone's heart.]

[Han Jing, Wei Zhi, and the stern and ruthless Imperial Guards.]

My gaze involuntarily fell upon you.

To receive the reverence and worship of all beings is already an immeasurable merit.

No one can help but admire him.

Ironically, those who possess supreme merit are forced to enter the world and face calamity.

[They may face utter annihilation.]

You didn't notice the complex expressions on the faces of those around you.

"Let's go, speed up, I sense there are many dangers ahead."

Han Jing composed himself.

[A nod in agreement: "I, Han, have also noticed that the flames of war in Nancang are spreading northward, like a towering mountain range, attempting to block our progress."]

You spurred your horse forward, your black robe billowing in the wind.

[The ancient voice said indifferently: "Let the soldiers come, we'll block them; let the water come, we'll dam it; at worst, we'll fight our way through!"]

[Upon hearing the word "kill."]

Han Jing suddenly smiled.

In terms of military strategy, no one in the world truly possesses a greater killing ferocity than him.

The Imperial Guards' iron cavalry marched into Yuzhou.

[As the top Daoist power in this area, Tianmen Mountain houses the Yuanfu Hall.]

[They did not attempt to get involved or profit from you.]

It's a little regrettable.

Otherwise, this is a good opportunity to vent our anger over the betrayal last time.

Perhaps it's based on your current status.

[No matter how you look at it, he is a contemporary Daoist disciple of the Celestial Master's Mansion.]

Given the old Taoist's status, and even if he were called the contemporary Taoist prodigy of the Taoist Academy, no one would dare to question him.

[After all, the Yuanfu Hall belongs to the same lineage as the Daoist Academy.]

Taking action against you would likely invite criticism and be counterproductive.

[Spanning across Yuzhou, the Huai River lies in the distance.]

The turbid waves surged and rolled.

[More dangerous than the Huai River.]

[It was a formidable army already arrayed and waiting.]