Sage of Humanity

The advantages of a strong psyche are multifaceted.

Just like now, Lu Ye took less than one hour to familiarize himself with this doppelganger, and can multitask, allowing both his main body and the doppelganger to do different things simultaneously without any interference in their visions.

It was only until now that Lu Ye finally confirmed one thing.

The deployment of the Single-Stalk Twin Lotus must be predicated on the Split Shadow; these two spirit runes need to combine to truly display their power, which can be considered as finding a correct usage method.

After the initial novelty wore off, Lu Ye examined himself.

His spirit force was largely consumed, which was of no concern since it could easily be replenished, and his blood Qi energy had also been substantially depleted, yet this too was of no consequence.

He was brimming with vitality, so what did it matter to lose some blood Qi energy?

The only thing that concerned Lu Ye was that severed root of the Talent Tree.

For now, the Talent Tree seemed unaffected, but that root was still an extension of the Talent Tree, considered as part of its foundation, and thus must not be easily lost.

One or two roots are not much of an issue, but if many are lost, the Talent Tree's power might be somewhat affected, and since the Talent Tree is Lu Ye's most crucial foundation, it must not be damaged.

Therefore, although the doppelganger is not his main body, it must be protected. If the doppelganger perishes, that particular root of the Talent Tree will surely be unretrievable.

Lu Ye could feel that taking back the root of the Talent Tree was simple; he only needed to activate the Talent Tree's power on his main body to completely reabsorb everything from the doppelganger.

Previously, when he saw his master possess a doppelganger of Little Butterfly, Lu Ye was quite amazed; yet to his surprise, he himself now could have a doppelganger.

Moreover, it was more advanced and mysterious than the doppelganger created by his master's cover armorer methods.

Only it's uncertain whether the doppelganger could be seen through by others.

Anyway, as far as Lu Ye was concerned, the doppelganger was identical to the main body, without any differences, and it was certain that True Lake Realm cultivators could never see through the real and illusory of the doppelganger.

As for whether the Divine Sea Realm could know... perhaps an attempt could be made.

Thinking so, Lu Ye took a set of clothes out from the storage sack and tossed it to the doppelganger, which swiftly dressed itself.

The two figures rose together, standing opposite as if looking in a mirror.

Lu Ye then untied the Boulder Mountain Saber from his waist and handed it to the doppelganger, which received it and secured it at its waist, then pushed the door open to leave.

Activating spirit force, he soared into the sky, heading straight for the Justice Department's main hall.

Soon, he arrived in front of the main hall; the cultivators on duty were all familiar faces, and upon seeing Lu Ye arrive, they smiled and said, "Brother Lu, why have you come here instead of properly recuperating?"

A few days ago, the event of several Law Enforcement Hall teams getting into a brawl had already spread throughout Haotian City. Such happenings were rare in the city, inevitably becoming a hot topic among people.

"I'm here to see Lord Department Chief. Is the lord present?" Lu Ye asked.

"The lord is inside, Brother Lu, feel free to go in."

Previously, notifications had to be made when coming here, but now that's no longer necessary.

Lu Ye then controlled the doppelganger to walk straight into the hall. Upon entering, he saw Qian Wudang and cupped his fists in salutation, "My lord!"

"Hmm." Qian Wudang responded with a nod, indicating, "Sit down for a while first."

Lu Ye had no objections; his purpose in coming this time was to find out whether Qian Wudang could discern the nature of his doppelganger. Although he had great confidence in the doppelganger, such matters always require verification to be known.

Thus, he sat down calmly at the side.

Qian Wudang, after attending to his matters, then looked at Lu Ye, "Do you have any business?"

While speaking, he rose and walked to the side, brewing and bringing a cup of tea over.

Lu Ye was flattered, hastily standing up to accept, "It's nothing. I just came to see if my lord had any instructions."

Lord Department Chief personally serving tea—this was the first time!

However, judging by the current situation, it was clear Qian Wudang hadn't noticed any flaws in the doppelganger. Otherwise, he surely would have pointed them out.

Qian Wudang listened, slightly speechless, casting Lu Ye a meaningful glance, perhaps misunderstanding something, and then sat down again, speaking slowly, "Last time's matter was handled well."

"Which matter?" Lu Ye was contemplating whether it would be inappropriate for the doppelganger to drink tea; the doppelganger appeared as flesh and blood, identical to the main body, but it was ultimately just a doppelganger...

Regardless, trying it would provide the answer. So he raised the cup and took a sip.

Unexpectedly, he could even taste the flavor of the tea, quite miraculous. Under his perception, the tea entered the stomach without any issues, except that the doppelganger lacked the actual structure of flesh, so the ingested tea was merely stored within, incapable of digestion.

"Yinxiu hasn't experienced much hardship since childhood. I'm pleased that you can look after her. However, this girl has been spoiled by me and may have little tempers at times; please bear with her in the future," Qian Wudang spoke.

Lu Ye then realized he was referring to the matter of him being punished on Lin Yinxiu's behalf a few days ago. It seemed that today's personal serving of tea by Lord Department Chief was due to this matter.

"Yinxiu is very obedient and well-behaved," Lu Ye casually replied, sipping another mouthful of tea, savoring it.

Hearing such an evaluation from a man, Qian Wudang's pleasant mood suddenly became somewhat stifled, feeling slightly disinclined to speak with Lu Ye.

He remained silent, and Lu Ye also didn't bother speaking, merely sipping his tea quietly.

After a while, Qian Wudang finally spoke up, "Anything else?"

"None at all."

"Why don't you scram then!" Qian Wudang looked at him.

Why did he suddenly get angry without reason...

Lu Ye reluctantly put down the teacup, stood up, and cupped his fists, "I take my leave!"

It's confirmed, the doppelganger is perfect; Qian Wudang couldn't see any flaw.

And scanning across the entire Nine Provinces, Qian Wudang is top-tier among the Divine Sea Realm, if even he couldn't see any flaw, Lu Ye couldn't think of anyone who could.

Casually walked out of the Justice Department hall, Lu Ye then went to prepare to pay a visit to the plump old man in the Hunting Pavilion. Although that old fellow seemed unassuming, after a few interactions, Lu Ye noticed something; the old fellow must be a strong Divine Sea Realm cultivator, but was unsure why he was guarding a place like the Hunting Pavilion.

However, just as he reached the entrance of the Hunting Pavilion, a person walked out to greet him, both their figures stopped at the door, a foot apart, facing each other.

It truly was a narrow escape from an enemy, Lu Ye thought.

No wonder, the person he accidentally bumped into was Zhou Kui, whom he had fought a few days ago.

Upon seeing Lu Ye, Zhou Kui's eyes were ablaze.

Lu Ye maintained his composure.

After a brief clash of gazes, Zhou Kui suppressed his anger, gloomily said, "Sooner or later, I'll make you regret!" He then shoved Lu Ye aside with a hand, "Out of the way!"

Having suffered last time, he was unwilling to dispute with Lu Ye again in the city, the taste of the Reversed Dragon Spike wasn't pleasant.

Lu Ye turned his head to watch him depart, when a leisurely voice of the plump old man came to his ear, "Endure and calm the storm, retreat and broaden the sea and sky."

Only then did Lu Ye retract his gaze, turned around, and entered the Hunting Pavilion.

The plump old man smiled at him, "Recovered from your injuries?"

Everyone must come to inquire about his injuries...

"Did he come to take a mission?" Lu Ye asked.

"Otherwise, why else would he come; there's nothing else here, you here for a mission?"

"Not taking one for now, just came to visit you, elder."

The plump old man was somewhat perplexed, "Visit me for what?"

Lu Ye casually said, "Just came to see you, nothing more."

Mainly here to let you see...

"Then I bid you farewell." With that, Lu Ye turned around and left.

Leaving the plump old man to ponder deeply, unable to figure out why Lu Ye came.

After exiting the Hunting Pavilion, Lu Ye stood still in contemplation, turned left, walked about 100 feet, and arrived at the Justice Department hall, entering directly.

Qian Wudang looked at him, somewhat puzzled, "Is there anything else?"

"I haven't finished my tea yet." Lu Ye pointed to the spot where he previously sat, sat down again, and sipped his tea lightly.

Qian Wudang stared at him for a moment, then said, "Youngster, if you have no business, focus on cultivation. At your age, it's precisely the time for excellence and improvement; don't think that gaining some cultivation allows you to become arrogant. The most taboo in cultivation is complacency."

"The Lord's admonishment is wise, I will remember it." Lu Ye said this yet made no move to leave, "But this tea was poured by you, Lord, it's wasteful not to drink it. You go about your business, I'll leave after finishing the tea!"

"Are you sure you have nothing else?" Qian Wudang suspiciously looked at him, feeling Lu Ye was odd today.

"Absolutely no business!" Lu Ye replied seriously.

"Then suit yourself." Qian Wudang was too lazy to bother, not his son-in-law after all; why bother so much? Although he had high hopes for Lu Ye, he wouldn't give constant reminders, young people without self-discipline aren't benefited by others' advice.

Meanwhile, while the doppelganger sipped tea, in the small courtyard, Lu Ye donned a mask and soared upwards, heading straight for outside the city.

Simultaneously, a spirit ark lifted off from somewhere in Haotian City, flying outwards; in its cabin, Zhou Kui explained the details of the mission to several team members.

Team A-5 was not new to external missions and was familiar with the many procedures of a mission. Soon after, Zhou Kui finished his explanation, and each of the team members had a clear understanding.

The mission this time, while not overly difficult, also wasn't easy, inevitably a confrontation would occur. Though, the mission rewards should be quite satisfactory.

About 200 miles out of Haotian City, the cultivator controlling the spirit ark on the deck suddenly spoke, "Captain, someone has been following us."

Zhou Kui, who had been resting with eyes closed, suddenly opened them, stepped across the deck, towards the direction pointed out by the team member and indeed saw a silhouette flying a few hundred feet away, accompanying them.

Upon closer inspection, the person wore a mask, concealing their true appearance.

Zhou Kui's brows furrowed slightly, though he didn't overly mind, primarily because the spirit force emanating from the other person was merely at True Lake Level 5 Realm.

Instinctively feeling the person was likely just traveling in the same direction, yet for safety, still gave a reminder, "Be cautious."

"Captain, don't you find the person's figure somewhat familiar?" the team member asked.

Had it not been said, Zhou Kui hadn't thought deeply about it, but upon hearing it, Zhou Kui suddenly realized, the other's silhouette was indeed quite familiar.

In an instant, a name popped into his mind.

"Lu Yiye?"