Under One Person, your rebellious life has reached the heavens?

They also hold the position of vice president of the Security Council and are stationed in different jurisdictions. They are naturally aware of the situation on the front lines, how bad it is, and how there is a risk of the country collapsing at any moment.

Want to refuse?

From the moment you step through that door, there is no possibility.

They didn't offer any opinions, but were simply feeling troubled and unsure how to approach the elder.

"Master Tian, ​​what's your opinion?"

At this point, Cui Chongli asked Tian Jinzhong for his opinion.

"Let's give it a try..."

"Alright, then I'll leave it to you all."

The three leaders stood up and bowed: "As for the gifts, please feel free to choose whatever is within our means."

"Then may I ask, what is the birthday of the Venerable Master...?" Li Jianyin asked curiously.

"The 11th day of the tenth lunar month, which is November 12th in the Gregorian calendar, means he was born in 1882."

Gu Zhiya replied that he knew because the information on Jiang Mo's ID card had been filled in by Yu Huai, so it should be correct.

The meeting ended quickly, and everyone left one after another. Before leaving, one of the organizers called out to Zhang Chulan:

"Master Zhang, wait a moment, there is one more thing I would like to ask you."

"Yes, please go ahead," Zhang Chulan replied politely.

"When will your master be able to emerge from seclusion? Any news?"

Zhang Zhiwei was one of the original top combatants, so the higher-ups of the Nine Departments were naturally very concerned about his condition.

"It's hard to say. Master's cultivation is far superior; how could a junior like me possibly fathom it?"

"I see. You've had a hard time." Tao Ding nodded helplessly, indicating that he would take care and not see him off.

"Alright, Master Tian and I will be leaving now. Goodbye!"

After saying this, Zhang Chulan strode out the door and followed Tian Jinzhong away, disappearing into the corridor.

Chapter 453 A Long Journey Imminent, A Visit to Offer Birthday Greetings

November 11, dusk, Trinity Gate.

On the fourth floor of the Sutra Repository, only Zhuge Yu and Chengzhen were present.

Jiang Mo sat cross-legged on the futon. A figure, seemingly real yet illusory, slowly emerged from his body, like a cicada shedding its skin. It contained unimaginable power, adorned with dazzling starlight, its body like flowing jade, its true form unseen.

Time passed slowly, and half an hour later, the sun sank below the horizon.

The Dharma body had just been fully formed, radiating a power that did not belong to this land. It was a Dharma body he had forged using the power of the secret realm, possessing nearly one-third of the strength of his original body.

"Wow..."

Under Jiang Mo's gaze, the Dharma Body became transparent and hid beneath the earth as a means of protecting the sect.

"Zhuge, Chengzhen, come here."

Jiang Mo called out softly, and the two disciples' expressions changed slightly. They stepped forward and sat down on the futon beside him.

"Uncle Master."

"Uncle Master."

Jiang Mo picked up the teapot on the table, heated it with his Qi, and then poured out the clear tea water that was steaming with wisps of white smoke. He smiled and said casually.

"Do you know that there is such a thing as an innate physique in this world?"

"I know a little about it. Among the ancient scriptures you collected, I saw some that are said to be unparalleled talents possessed only by the founders of various sects and ancient geniuses. Their physical bodies are even far stronger than those of ordinary demon kings."

Chengzhen pondered for a moment and said, "It's just that we ordinary mortals have never seen such a person before."

"Hey, even if they have innate physical strength, I don't think they're as reliable as you. Anyway, I think you're even more powerful than them, Uncle-Master."

Zhuge Yu echoed, smiling calmly. His words were both respectful and flattering, but they reflected his true feelings. Even though ancient books exaggerated the power of innate physique, he still believed that his uncle was the best in the world.

"That's hard to say, I've never met them."

Jiang Mo smiled modestly, neither agreeing with nor disagreeing with Zhuge Yu's statement.

The reason he performed this way was due to the influence of the Supreme Being's memories. In his youth, he had defeated a prodigy from a certain sect in a head-on battle. That person was none other than the legendary Ten Thousand Poisons Calamity Body. It was a fierce battle in which both sides fought to their limits.

Jiang Mo believed that, whether it was cultivation at the same level or both of them being at their peak, he was no less than the Supreme Venerable of yesteryear. However, there were many types of innate physiques, and defeating only one was not enough to prove that their threat was no greater than this.

"Now that spiritual energy is reviving, not to mention overseas, there are billions of people in the Nine Provinces alone. Even if the probability is very small, sooner or later, people with innate physiques will be born, and their strength is beyond doubt."

Jiang Mo took a sip of tea and continued:

"For us ordinary people, only by putting in a hundred or a thousand times more effort can we possibly gain a foothold."

“As my successors and the people on whom I place high hopes, you still have a lot of room for improvement.”

"However, the strength and potential of one's physical body are innate. If it is not changed, it will become more solid and difficult to go far. If one encounters an opponent with a similar innate physique and cultivation level in the future, one will probably suffer a great loss. Simply refining Qi and fusing it into one's body and tempering the blood of the demon king is far from enough."

"This disciple is aware of this as well, and humbly requests guidance from my senior uncle."

"Uncle-Master, what should we do?"

Zhuge Yu and Chengzhen were both deep in thought, and both showed expressions of eagerness for knowledge.

“As your elder, I have laid out three paths for you to choose from.”

Jiang Mo raised a finger first and gently instructed:

"Or, I will traverse the mountains and rivers of the Nine Provinces, go to every demon king's fiefdom, and seek out essence blood for you to cultivate, temper your physical bodies, and transform into various different life forms. After cultivating to the limit, you can learn from each other's strengths and weaknesses, reconstruct your physical bodies, and have countless arrangements, all according to your heart."

At this point, Jiang Mo smiled slightly and revealed his second true form in front of the two of them. His hair turned black instantly, and the terrifying power contained in his physical body far exceeded that of his original body. With just a glance, he made the two of them tremble with fear, and their heart rates soared wildly.

"This... I remember, you obtained this fortune from those immortals in the Northeast! Truly amazing."

Zhuge Yu said excitedly, his eyes filled with fervor. His demeanor was so domineering, he was just like a king ruling the world.

"Yes, but the immortals are far inferior to the demon king. There is a difference of more than 108,000 miles between them. The strength of my second true body is due to my original strength."

"And if you refine the Demon King's blood essence and create your own new bodies, your future potential and achievements will likely surpass mine, which is something to be very gratified about."

Jiang Mo smiled brightly; he indeed had high expectations for the two of them.

"Uncle-Master, how does your second true form compare to your innate physique from ancient times?" Chengzhen couldn't help but ask.

"While its supernatural abilities may not be as good, in terms of strength, blood and qi, and speed, it should be able to overwhelm most of them. Apart from the innate physique, which is also known for its strength and is qualified to fight it head-on, the other physiques are all inferior."

Jiang Mo patiently explained that a cultivator's strength is reflected in three main aspects: cultivation techniques, magical artifacts, and physical body. The second true body is the ultimate achievement of the third factor, "physical body."

"So fierce?!"

Zhuge Yu could no longer sit still; his pupils slowly dilated, filled with shock.

"Ah."

Jiang Mo then raised his second finger and said:

"Or, you can do what I did and seek out the Five Qi Extreme Body: the Ten Thousand Refined Black Gold, the Ancient Jianmu Wood, the Bitter Sea Heavy Water, the Daytime Sun Pure Fire, and the Nine Fiend Yin Earth. In terms of physical strength, it is slightly inferior to the Second True Body cultivated with the essence blood of the Demon King, but the five Qi are integrated with the five internal organs, and the supernatural powers cultivated are much stronger."

"In a head-on battle, both are at the same level and have the same experience. In the end, the Five Qi Body will win a pyrrhic victory and the Demon King Body will perish."

"If we convert it to a percentage system, the difference between these two is 97 and 99. As for 100, that's something only the most outstanding innate physique can achieve. Most people... in my opinion, are between 95 and 99."

“The difficulty of choosing this path of cultivation is that it may not be possible to find all the necessary materials anywhere in the world. In the last century, I spent fifty or sixty years of my life cultivating it.”

"Even now that spiritual energy is reviving, this kind of rare item is still extremely rare. You can't find it even if you want to. I've traveled all over the land, so I know exactly how scarce it is. However, there is a solution."

Jiang Mo's composure caught the attention of Chengzhen and Zhuge Yu, who quickly guessed what their martial uncle was planning to do.

"Then... what about the third way?"

"The third one..."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Mo smiled, his expression becoming even gentler, his eyes filled with the doting affection of an elder for a younger generation, and frankly said:

"Of course, I trust you and let you find your own answers freely. The first two paths are choices I made for you from the perspective of a teacher."

“I didn’t dare let you try before because I myself wasn’t sure if that path would work or what the consequences would be. It was all a gamble on that vague hope, taking one step at a time as if walking on thin ice. The dangers involved are hard to explain to you in a few words.”

"Now that I've come this far, I'm certain that it is indeed a viable path to cultivation. Moreover, I have a lot of experience to share with you. If I were to pass it on to you, it might help you avoid many detours and prevent you from stumbling and struggling like I have."

In a split second, after hearing Jiang Mo's words, Zhuge Yu didn't even hesitate and said directly, "Second! Uncle-Master, I choose the second path!"

"Oh? Aren't you going to think about it more carefully?"

Jiang Mo smiled helplessly, taken aback by the short-haired man's actions. His round, bright eyes seemed to express his unwavering trust in his uncle.

It was like this before, and it's still like this now.

Fortunately, he was born in the right era and joined the right sect. If he had joined the lineage of Mu Jue, he would undoubtedly have been destined for a life of three lifetimes.

"Oh, what is there to consider? You risked your life, verifying this path step by step. How could I not follow it?"

"If I choose the third path, I will face too many difficulties. I may end up in a dead end."

"Even if one has greater potential, it is just wishful thinking. If it cannot be truly obtained, it will ultimately be in vain. It is better to be more down-to-earth and follow the path you have taken."

Zhuge Yu never felt that he had a talent that surpassed his uncle's. The miracles he witnessed in the past 75 years all proved that his amazing talent was rarely seen throughout the ages.

Moreover, he is following the path taken by his predecessors, and the road ahead is smooth. He has the potential to achieve even greater success in the future, so why not?

As a sorcerer, one must act according to the times and seek advantages while avoiding disadvantages. Zhuge Yu made his decision without even thinking about the pros and cons of these three choices.

He believed in his uncle-in-law, and he also believed in himself.

"Uncle-Master, I have made the same choice."

Chengzhen continued, saying that for him, the sect's inheritance was of utmost importance, and he could not afford to be careless in the slightest. Taking the second path was much safer than the third.

As the sect leader, even if he couldn't surpass Jiang Mo, he had to have strength close to his. Otherwise, facing the covetous forces of the secret realm, he wouldn't be able to maintain the sect's continuation.

"Have you thought it all through?"

Jiang Mo handed each of his two junior apprentices a cup of tea, asking them to reconsider. This was a life-altering decision, a long road that would take many years, and it was no child's play.

"Ah."

"Together with you".

The two nodded, made no changes, and raised their teacups one after another, drinking them down in one gulp.

"Alright, get ready tonight and come with me on a long journey."

"Things that don't exist here may exist in other worlds. Speaking of which, your Guardian of the Ghost Veil has really been a great help to us."

Jiang Mo was suddenly filled with emotion.

"Uncle-Master, you also know that...fate reversal?!"

Zhuge Yu exclaimed with delight, just as he had guessed. His master had found the Five Elements Extremes in the current world. If they followed the timeline to those parallel worlds that were almost identical, they could also find suitable materials!

"I've read You Sha's Magic Notes and managed to learn some of it by chance."

Jiang Mo smiled calmly; he had been planning for this day for many years.

"Uncle-Master, is it really going to work? Are you confident?"

"This is a very important matter. It involves traveling between different worlds and there is a possibility of being severely suppressed by the will of Heaven," Zhuge Yu asked with some unease. He knew that his uncle's abilities were extraordinary, but he was not proficient in magic, so there might be risks involved.

"Yes, as the caster, I would never dare to let you take risks if I wasn't confident."

A confident smile appeared on Jiang Mo's lips as he continued:

"The last time I went with you, the fate rewinding of You Sha was not perfect. There were risks, limitations on the number of times, time, and so on. But these flaws have been fixed. This time, the trip can last longer. If we're lucky, you can even get some practice."

"But, Uncle-Master, weren't you the one who was suppressed the most? How could you transmit it?" Zhuge Yu asked in surprise.

In the latter half of the 20th century, he, along with his Uncle-Master Si Chong and other fellow disciples, secretly went back to visit their master, Zuo Ruotong.

They called on Jiang Mo at the time, but he politely declined, saying that the will of heaven was suppressing him too much, and he wouldn't even be able to cross half a body; he would be intercepted instantly and teleported back.

"Yes, before, when the five elements were integrated into the body, it was difficult to control the power within the body before reaching perfection."

"But it's different now. If I try my best, I can still act like an ordinary person."

“In this situation, I can’t use any extra power and can only barely maintain ‘Fate Reversal’, so I will need you to protect me over there.”

Jiang Mo smiled slightly. He knew that he couldn't collect the Five Qi Extremes on his own.

Even Chengzhen is affected to some extent. Only Zhuge Yu, who is at the second level of Xuanming, is the best choice, approaching the limit without being restricted.