Under One Person: The Puppet Immortal in the Tang Sect

Zhuge Zhen gave Cui Ming a deep look, his smile unchanged.

"I truly appreciate Master Cui's kindness. My Wuhou Sect will investigate this matter thoroughly, and I believe your Tang Clan would do the same."

"The meeting is imminent tomorrow, Master Cui should get some rest. Mingyue, let's go."

Having said that, he pulled up Zhuge Mingyue, who was still rubbing her forehead, and turned to disappear at the end of the path.

Cui Ming stood there, looking in the direction they had left, his gaze distant.

The remains of the Shadow Spider... the missing Zhuge Ming... the abnormal reaction of Zhuge Zhen...

Tomorrow's talks are destined to be anything but peaceful.

After Zhuge Mingyue's antics, Cui Ming's vigilance was at its highest.

After returning to his room, he discussed the matter with several core disciples, including Tang Miaoxing and Tang Tongbi, overnight. They readjusted the plan and assigned tasks to each of them.

First, someone needs to notify the sect and investigate more details of Zhuge Ming's disappearance through the Tang Sect's own channels;

Tang Tongbi led a group of people to secretly scout out the locations of the participating factions using the Shadow Spider and the improved Guanyuan.

Yone, however, had other plans...

The next day.

The square on the back of Longhu Mountain has been set up as a formal meeting place, and the various forces took their seats in turn.

Zhang Jingqing, the Celestial Master, occupied the main position, with Meng Ye of Tiangongtang, Tie Rujin, and others on his left in order.

On the right are Zhuge Zhen and his daughter Zhuge Mingyue from the Wuhou School, as well as Ren Pingsheng and his disciple Zhang Xuan from the Mo School.

The Tang Clan was positioned below the Tiangong Hall, opposite the Mo Clan.

Outside the square, many other sects also came to watch the ceremony.

Cui Ming and Tang Miaoxing entered the venue one after the other, instantly attracting everyone's attention.

After being exposed by Zhang Zhiwei and others last night, their true identities were revealed.

Cui Ming has no intention of showing himself as a stand-in puppet today; he will attend the meeting in his real form.

Although he looks younger, his composed demeanor and the huge mechanical box behind him still command respect.

Cui Ming's gaze swept over the various factions present, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of emotion.

Before he knew it, he had already dealt with three of them.

Mr. Meng Ye is simple and straightforward; everything is written on his face.

The case of the chubby-cheeked Zhuge Mingyue and the mysterious disappearance of Zhuge Ming from the Wuhou School.

Various interactions with Zhang Jingqing and his disciples from Longhu Mountain...

But the Mo Sect remained shrouded in mystery.

They remain silent and quiet, avoiding excessive contact with other sects.

It seems that what attracted them here was not the transformation of the Tang Clan itself.

Rather, it was the important matter mentioned in the letter of invitation that was "beneficial to the Eastern Kingdom".

After all, the core ideas of the Mohists were universal love and non-aggression, and they were more concerned about the suffering of the people.

When Meng Ye of Tiangongtang saw Cui Ming, a hint of anticipation flashed in his large, bell-like eyes.

He was very curious about what amazing things this young man would bring out today, and what kind of trouble he would cause.

The meeting was opened by Celestial Master Zhang Jingqing, who pointed out that the purpose of the gathering of all parties was to discuss the transformation of the Tang Clan and a major event concerning the future of the Eastern Kingdom.

We hope that all parties can communicate frankly and seek common ground while reserving differences.

Starting with the Tang Clan, Cui Ming steadily walked forward to the center of the arena.

First, he bowed to Zhang Jingqing and the various forces, then without saying much, he went straight into the presentation.

He took out two basic mechanical prosthetics directly from the mechanism box behind him.

These are the two sets of mechanical prosthetics that Tian Jinzhong tried out yesterday.

"This is a prosthetic limb with a touch mechanism developed by my Tang Clan's Skillful Crafts Hall. It is designed to assist movement, save energy, and enhance one's endurance."

Cui Ming's voice was clear and his introduction was concise.

As he expected, these two sets of relatively simple and unremarkable mechanical creations were exhibited.

Many of the young extraordinary individuals present, especially some disciples from other sects, showed disdain on their faces, and some even chuckled softly.

In their view, such toys, which cannot directly enhance Qi and offer limited assistance in combat with extraordinary individuals, are hardly worthy of serious consideration.

However, only a few highly skilled individuals who are well-versed in the ways of mechanisms, such as several high-ranking members of the Heavenly Craft Hall, can do so.

Even wise and knowledgeable people like Zhang Jingqing, with their serious expressions, carefully examined the design of these mechanical creations.

Only by understanding the current global situation can one realize that simplicity is often the most valuable quality.

But these people suddenly noticed Zhang Zhiwei, Zhang Huaiyi, and Tian Jinzhong standing on either side of Zhang Jingqing.

Instead of looking down on these simple mechanisms, they took them very seriously.

Tian Jinzhong nodded slightly, as if confirming something.

This scene evoked a sense of awe and wonder in many people.

The disciples of Longhu Mountain in this generation are not only far superior to their peers in strength, but also in temperament and insight.

What they didn't know was that these three had personally experienced it just last night and listened to Cui Ming's in-depth explanation of the strategic significance behind these simple mechanisms, which concerned the fate of the nation and the people.

Cui Ming no longer paid attention to the disdainful looks. He focused on explaining the benefits of these basic prosthetics in people's livelihoods and transportation.

Especially in the event of a potential future war, it will be of great value to ordinary soldiers in marching, training, logistics, and even mountain guerrilla warfare.

"This object is not for fighting and violence, but for protecting the people of my Eastern Kingdom and strengthening the bones and muscles of my Eastern Kingdom."

Cui Ming spoke with a firm tone, his gaze sweeping across the entire room.

Upon hearing this, Ren Pingsheng, the leader of the Mo Sect who had been silent like a boulder, suddenly had an astonishing gleam in his eyes.

He suddenly raised his head and spoke for the first time.

"Universal love and non-aggression, promoting the benefit of all! Master Cui's words and actions are the way of us! The Mo Clan is willing to fully support the Tang Clan's actions!"

No one understands how important this thing is better than Ren Pingsheng.

If it weren't for the Tang Clan's unwavering commitment to its word, and the fact that this matter concerned a major event in the Eastern Kingdom...

How could he have brought his disciples from the front lines to Longhu Mountain?

Chapter 78 "Among three people walking together, there must be one who can teach me."

Ren Pingsheng had just finished speaking.

Cui Ming then noticed that Zhang Xuan, who had been following behind the leader of the Mo Sect, had somehow appeared in front of him.

Zhang Xuan stared intently at the prosthetic arm in Cui Ming's hand.

Cui Ming instantly understood what the silent girl meant and handed her the prosthetic limb.

After receiving the prosthetic leg, Zhang Xuan's movements were surprisingly smooth.

She didn't even need any guidance; her hands moved as quickly as butterflies flitting among flowers.

With a few crisp clicking sounds, the prosthetic legs and arms were perfectly fitted onto her body.

The two fit together perfectly, as if they were tailor-made for her.

After dressing, Zhang Xuan stood up, stretched her hands and feet, and carefully felt the changes brought about by the mechanism.

Her brows twitched slightly on her otherwise almost expressionless face, as if her brain was rapidly processing and evaluating something.

Then, she raised her head and spoke for the first time.

Zhang Xuan's voice is a somewhat androgynous childlike voice, clear yet carrying a coldness that lacks warmth.

"A friendly spar...to test strength."

Concise and to the point, with a clear purpose.

Cui Ming was taken aback at first, then burst into laughter.

Although he recognized from the beginning that the Zhang Xuan in front of him was one of the Thirty-Six Thieves in the future.

Those who were valued by Wugensheng were all exceptionally talented.

But I still didn't expect that the other party's style of doing things would be so... direct and efficient.

Indeed, the best way to understand the performance limits of this prosthetic limb in the most intuitive way, besides experiencing it firsthand, is to have a real-world battle with the manufacturer.

Looking into Zhang Xuan's pure and focused eyes, Cui Ming felt a sense of appreciation.

This guy is similar to him in some ways; both are focused on their own path and act only for efficiency and results.

"can."

Cui Ming naturally nodded in agreement, but then immediately put forward his conditions.

"However, there must be limits to this sparring. Neither of us can use our own Qi; we must rely solely on our fist and foot techniques and the mechanisms within our bodies. What do you say?"

As soon as Cui Ming said this, a commotion immediately broke out in the surrounding area.

"An assassin, a hall master of the Tang Clan, can make a disciple of the Mo Clan use only his fists and feet without using Qi?"

Isn't this bullying a girl?

"Who in the martial arts world doesn't know that the Tang Clan is unparalleled in both close combat and long-range hidden weapons?"

Everyone was talking about it, and not a single word was in Cui Ming's favor.

But in reality, only those who know him truly understand.

Cui Ming has already made the biggest concession possible.

"Shut up, all of you! You have no sense of propriety!"

Meng Ye of Tiangongtang couldn't help but curse loudly when he heard that his group of juniors had no knowledge whatsoever.

Not using Qi?