Under One Person: The Puppet Immortal in the Tang Sect

How to gather energy at the core of the grand formation, how to construct the prototype of the physical body, and how to transfer the soul into it.

The body lying in his sac at this moment is the vessel that Koji prepared for this life.

This body has absorbed the essence of hundreds of All-Sex Inhumans' souls, and its potential far exceeds that of ordinary people.

After a long while, Wuming withdrew his finger.

Cui Ming opened his eyes, a glint of shrewdness flashing within them.

"I see."

He muttered to himself.

"If this formation is used properly, it may very well become a miraculous technique."

"Unfortunately, Koji went astray, only thinking about prolonging his life and surviving, while ignoring the truly core things."

He remained silent for a moment, quickly processing the information he had just received.

The construction of the Yellow Springs Array, the secret method of regenerating the body, the techniques for stabilizing the soul...

These things might just be the solution to the problem of the souls of the Trinity Sect.

Furthermore, Ryūjū Kōji eventually joined the Higanbana clan, clearly indicating that he was a spy planted by the Curse-Binding Society within the Higanbana Onmyōryō (Yin-Yang Bureau).

But what he needs to do now is not to deal with the internal conflicts within the Japanese army immediately, but to set up a bigger plan.

Cui Ming stood up and walked out of the tent.

Wuming followed behind.

Inside the camp, the disciples had almost finished packing up.

Dozens of horse-drawn carriages were lined up neatly, and the puppets and supplies were all loaded.

Zhang Xuan was counting the number of people when she saw Cui Ming come out and quickly went forward.

"Master, everything is ready, and we can depart at any time."

Cui Ming nodded.

"We'll set off in batches. You lead the first group of disciples and do as I just told you along the way."

"I'll stay behind to take care of some things and catch up later."

Zhang Xuan hesitated for a moment, but ultimately just nodded.

"Yes. Take care, Master."

She turned and left, and a moment later, the first batch of carriages drove out of the camp and headed north along the official road.

Cui Ming watched them leave, then turned to Li Muxuan, Zhao Pingshan, Zhao Tianhai, and the others.

"You all go too, taking the rest of your disciples with you. Remember, spread the word along the way."

Li Muxuan clasped his hands in greeting.

"Understood. When will the hall master return?"

"I have other plans."

Cui Ming looked mysterious.

"You all go back first, take a rest and reflect on your experiences. I have important things to do when I get back."

The group didn't ask any more questions and went to make their own arrangements.

Half an hour later, the last batch of carriages also left the camp.

The once bustling foot of the mountain was now deserted except for Cui Ming and Wuming, along with a few tents that had not yet been dismantled.

Cui Ming turned and looked towards the mountaintop.

In the morning light, the architectural outline of the Trinity Gate is clearly visible.

"Let's go up again."

The two climbed the mountain again.

A side hall at the mountaintop.

Zuo Ruotong is still here, talking to the spirits of his deceased disciples.

He was slightly taken aback when he saw Cui Ming enter.

"Master Cui? Didn't you go down the mountain?"

Cui Ming nodded.

"The disciples have all left. I'm staying behind to discuss the next steps with Immortal Master Zuo."

Zuo Ruotong understood and told the disciples' spirits to retreat to the depths of the side hall for the time being, while she and Cui Ming went to the corridor outside the hall.

"What are your plans, Master Cui?"

Zuo Ruotong asked.

Instead of answering directly, Cui Ming asked a question.

"Master Zuo, what are the Sanyi Sect's plans next?"

Zuo Ruotong remained silent for a moment.

"The mountain is closed. More than half of our disciples have been injured or killed, and we need to recuperate."

Those disciples who died also need to be properly settled.

I have ordered that the Sanyi Gate be closed immediately; no one is allowed to leave, and no visitors will be received.

Cui Ming nodded.

“Very good. But I suggest that Immortal Master Zuo not only seal off the mountain, but also spread the news.”

"Tell us that you, Master Zuo, are seriously injured and have to go into seclusion to heal. The Sanyi Sect will not accept any visitors."

Zuo Ruotong frowned slightly.

Why is that?

Cui Ming smiled.

"Has Master Zuo considered why the Quanxing sect came to fight last night?"

Zuo Ruotong pondered for a moment.

"There was a leak of intelligence that the Japanese were targeting our Sanyi Sect, so the Quanxing Sect led its members to attack the mountain..."

"After that, the Japanese attacked our Sanyi Sect, intending to kill us."

Cui Ming took over the conversation.

"These are not the root causes; the most important thing is..."

The strength of the San Yi Sect has been greatly reduced. Both Quanxing and Longju Haoer are trying to weaken the San Yi Sect.

In the world of extraordinary beings in the Eastern Kingdom, who doesn't know the name of your Left Sect Leader, the Great Ying Immortal? Who doesn't know the power of the Three Ones Sect's Triple Rebirth?

But now, the strength of the Sanyi Sect has been greatly reduced, and those demons and monsters who used to fear the Sanyi Sect will probably start to have ulterior motives.

Zuo Ruotong's expression hardened slightly.

Cui Ming continued.

"Although the Sanyi Sect won last night's battle, it also exposed many problems."

"Having reached the limit of the Reverse Life Triple Realm, Master Zuo's strength has been greatly diminished, and the number of his disciples has drastically decreased..."

"These rumors will probably spread throughout the world of supernatural beings very soon. At that time, even more people will have designs on it."

"Therefore, what Master Zuo needs to do is not to show strength, but to show weakness."

"Let everyone think that the Sanyi Sect has been severely weakened, and let those who are eager to make trouble think that they have an opportunity to take advantage of it."

"The more anxious they are, the easier it is for them to expose their weaknesses."

Zuo Ruotong remained silent for a long time before slowly nodding:

"Is Master Cui... trying to fish?"

Cui Ming's lips curled up in a smile.

Whether they fish or not is another matter, but those people should be given a chance to make a move.

Otherwise, if they keep it bottled up inside, they'll eventually cause something even bigger.

Let's bring them all and settle this once and for all. A single blow can prevent a hundred more.

He looked at Zuo Ruotong and said earnestly.

"If Immortal Master Zuo trusts me, then do as I say. Seal off the mountain, show weakness, and announce to the outside world that you are seriously injured and in seclusion. I will arrange the rest."

Zuo Ruotong looked at Cui Ming and suddenly smiled.

"Is Master Cui trying to scheme against the entire world of supernatural beings?"

"I don't have that much ability."

Cui Ming waved his hand.

"It's just digging a hole for some people to see if they'll jump in."

Zuo Ruotong nodded.

"Alright, let's do as Hall Master Cui says. But... what about those disciples who are dead?"

Cui Ming pondered for a moment.

"This is not a problem that can be solved in a short time. The reason for setting up this scheme is to buy time for these disciples of the Sanyi Sect."

He took out the Reverse Life Triple Secret Manual from his pocket and handed it back to Zuo Ruotong.

"I've read this manual; it's truly profound."

But this alone isn't enough to resolve the matter of the dead. I need to carefully consider how to proceed.

Zuo Ruotong accepted the manual without asking any questions, and simply clasped her hands in a fist salute.

"I entrust everything to Master Cui."