Simulated immortality allows me to calculate talent stats.

[Yue Mu remained wary of you, solemnly bowing, ready to be summoned for an audience.]

But to my surprise, I saw...

You strolled leisurely to the front of the Taiyuan Hall and casually pushed open the magnificent hall door.

The heavy, ancient, and majestic sound of the door opening resonated in Yue Mu's heart.

This shocked him greatly.

This is the seat of imperial power on earth; the emperor sits enthroned, overlooking all living beings.

How dare someone commit such a disrespectful and offensive act?

Aren't you afraid of being suppressed by imperial power at any moment?

Han Jing sighed softly, and with the air of someone who had been through it all, patted his broad shoulder.

The armor was struck so hard it clattered loudly.

[Thinking to himself, Yue Mu was too late; he missed witnessing the even more disrespectful, offensive, and exciting scenes.]

[This wretched thing dares to act so intimately with Empress Wei in front of the Taiyuan Palace.]

[Besides, what about the mere act of not announcing the opening of the door?]

He even suspected that you, this mysterious person, might actually be surnamed Yin.

Perhaps only a father's indulgence of his son can be so egregious.

That's why the emperor would set aside his dignity and allow you to break the rules like this.

Han Jing severed the thoughts in his mind.

I realize I've been thinking too deeply and shouldn't delve any further.

[Ideally, after meeting the emperor, one should retire and return to one's hometown, laying down one's arms and living in seclusion.]

The grand hall doors slowly opened with an ancient, majestic sound.

[A magnificent and resplendent scene unfolds.]

Even the restless Han Jing couldn't help but feel a deep respect, his expression becoming solemn and profound.

You strolled across the threshold, your blue robes fluttering like an elegant mist.

[With graceful posture and leisurely stroll, she disregarded imperial majesty.]

[Until you've walked halfway down Central Avenue.]

[Yue Mu suddenly felt a tap on his lower back and turned his piercing eyes.]

Suddenly, Han Jing appeared behind him again.

[Facing his gaze.]

Han Jing raised his eyes to signal him to enter the hall.

[Before the Emperor, Yue Mu dared not offend him and did not utter another sound.]

[They entered the hall with resounding armor, firm steps, and solemn expressions.]

Han Jing followed closely behind.

[Approaching the Imperial Terrace.]

Yue Mu and Han Jing lowered their heads, not daring to look up at the Emperor.

"Your Majesty, I pay my respects."

The two men bowed and paid their respects to the emperor.

"No need for formalities."

[The refined sound, amplified by imperial authority, exudes an air of dignity.]

Han Jing, hiding behind Yue Mu, frowned slightly, feeling inexplicably suspicious.

You stood casually to the side.

He stood with his hands behind his back, watching the two people standing one in front of him and the other behind him.

The "usurper" is connected to the golden shell atop the throne through a thread woven from cause and effect and destiny.

The line of sight presents two misaligned perspectives.

[Looking down upon the imperial platform.]

Two voices called out in greeting, but only Yue Mu's magnificent figure could be seen.

A body outlined in gold, adorned with a gilded glass mask.

Suddenly, a mocking, playful smile seemed to appear beneath the mask.

[Under the emperor's majestic aura, a refined voice rang out once more, as if descending from the heavens.]

"I summoned General Yue Mu Han Jing, but why did I only see Commander Yue?"

[A casual and relaxed tone.]

Despite the emperor's imposing presence, a hint of mockery gradually crept in.

"Where is my... Great Azure God of War?"

Han Jing, hiding behind Yue Mu, heard the Emperor's voice again.

The wrinkles between his brows grew deeper.

[A smile, tinged with imperial authority, and accompanied by teasing remarks.]

[This made Han Jing grasp the essence of the matter, feeling an unusually familiar sensation.]

[That voice, that tone, that style of speech, that carefree nature.]

[Not precisely when outside the main hall.]

Is the style of that mysterious young man's condescending speech entirely consistent?

The thought that struck Han Jing's mind was like a thunderbolt, sending chills down his spine and making his whole body tremble.

His deep, calm gaze stirred up intense emotions.

[Yue Mu heard the Emperor's doubts.]

[He immediately gave up his seat, revealing Han Jing behind him.]

At this moment, Han Jing stood frozen, his eyes wide open, lost in thought.

[A powerful aura descended upon the imperial platform, overwhelming everything in its path.]

He stiffly raised his head, but did not look up at the imperial platform.

Instead, her slightly trembling gaze fell upon you, standing silently beside her.

[Your eyes met mine perfectly, calm and smiling.]

[Suddenly.]

Han Jing's heart tightened, his pupils contracted sharply, and his breath caught in his throat.

[I felt an overwhelming, boundless terror engulf me, pulling me into a deadly abyss.]

[The moment that connects you with the Emperor.]

Many of my previous doubts have been suddenly resolved.

What followed was an incredibly terrifying sense of danger, and a near-desperate feeling of powerlessness.

He realized that you and the Emperor had made no attempt to hide anything, revealing the truth to him.

[His fate has clearly been sealed.]

This situation was similar to the judgment he made about the enemy before each of his previous battles.

[Confident in their strategic planning and complete control, everything seemed foolproof, awaiting only the harvest of victory.]

[Now, I've fallen to such a state.]

Han Jing couldn't even muster the thought of resistance.

[Because of the mere mention of "imperial power."]

[Enough to extinguish all possibilities.]

[I initially thought he was someone I couldn't afford to offend, so I avoided him.]

Now, imperial power encompasses the entire human realm.

Even if he wanted to hide, where could he possibly hide?

Seeing Han Jing's desperate expression, Yue Mu felt both puzzled and horrified.

[Inside the Taiyuan Hall, beneath the imperial platform.]

What exactly happened to make the Great Cang War God appear like this?

Han Jing glanced at Yue Mu, then gave a helpless and dejected smirk.

Sometimes, ignorance is bliss.

[Because of his rigid nature, Yue Mu would never dare to presume to offend the Emperor, and he suppressed any doubts he might have. Therefore, he did not connect you with the Emperor.]

You've finally unveiled Han Jing's unfathomable nature.

[It's clear that even he has moments of helplessness.]

[This makes you feel a little more at ease.]

The reason you revealed your connection to the Emperor was to test Han Jing.

[It had already begun.]

However, under pressure, Han Jing changed his mindset and surprisingly had an epiphany.

[Only at this moment did he completely lose his composure, revealing a helpless despair.]

【fine.】

The situation is not as bad as you expected.

Before you decide to test the waters, prepare for the worst.

[That means that even under various pressures, Han Jing remained unfathomable, always finding a way out.]

Even if you remove his unfathomable mask.

[What is revealed is a different face.]

Then they'll say some strange things to you.

[Such as "Long time no see," or "I found you!"]

If that's the case.

Then with every step you take from now on, you must be prepared for the possibility of mutual destruction.

Fortunately, the situation didn't worsen to that extent.

[Those ancient, sinister, forbidden beings, supreme beings.]

Although the pieces are placed everywhere, they haven't completely permeated or seeped in.

There is still a chance to save him.

"Han Shuai, why are you looking like that..."

You stood with your hands behind your back, your posture ethereal, and you spoke with a soft laugh.

Two overlapping voices rang out simultaneously from above and below the imperial platform.

[Through the influence of imperial power, these sentiments intertwine and resonate.]

Yue Mu's eyes widened instantly.

[He looked as if he had seen a ghost.]