Eternal Life: I Can Break Through The Limits Of All Methods

Chapter 166: Guessing the Identity

Chu Ming was somewhat surprised by the sensation of his own transformation.

What's going on? He clearly didn't sense any flow of qi in his body.

How could plants start growing all over his body out of nowhere?

Could it be that Jiang Zhilan's cultivation affects the growth of surrounding plants?

I've never heard of such a cultivation method. Could it be because she has some special constitution?

Oh no, I never expected her to have such means.

Now my puppet identity might be exposed.

He immediately activated the Grass and Wood Puppetry technique, causing the newly grown parts on his body to retract, returning to his previous appearance.

Then he stopped and looked at Jiang Zhilan, asking, "Just now... did you see anything?"

Jiang Zhilan also stopped in mid-air, her beautiful eyes turning, and she smiled and shook her head. "Um... no, maybe I just saw things."

But seeing the scene just now, she couldn't help but be shocked.

She possessed the Sacred Body of Immortal Wood, an Apex Level wood cultivation physique.

One of its characteristics is that when she cultivates her techniques, the surrounding plants resonate and start growing.

Although this Fellow Daoist Hoda's aura is no different from that of a human cultivator, his body is constructed from plants.

It seems that he is not a sentient plant, but rather a combination of various different plants forming a human body.

It should be considered a puppet.

And it seems that he is using a special disguise technique to mask his aura as that of a human.

In other words, his identity is also fake.

There is no Hoda, and there is no Heavenly Dao Sect.

But the strength of this puppet is indeed formidable, easily defeating a mid-stage Core Formation Perfection demonic cultivator.

The craftsmanship of making puppets and the technique of disguising one's aura are also at the Apex Level.

Even without the Heavenly Dao Sect, his true strength is definitely not ordinary. Who is he?

However, Jiang Zhilan's mind was more nervous at this moment.

How could a Core Formation cultivator have blurry vision? Her excuse was really lame.

Accidentally stumbling upon the other party's secret, would he consider killing her to keep it quiet?

He probably wouldn't. After all, he is doing this to deal with demonic cultivators, which can be considered righteous cultivation.

She secretly remained on guard and then used the Absolute Silence spell, surrounding the two of them with green spirit leaves.

"Fellow Daoist, don't worry. Only I saw the changes in your body just now, and I won't spread it."

"I have also understood your intentions, Fellow Daoist. This is also for dealing with the Myriad Demon Cave. Naturally, I won't leak this matter."

"Otherwise, I would become a criminal of the sect and even the entire Immortal Cultivation World of the Jin Kingdom."

She had a sincere and serious expression on her face, completely different from her usual frivolous demeanor.

Chu Ming lowered his head and furrowed his brows in secret. He really didn't expect such an unexpected turn of events.

Can I trust you?" he asked.

"I always feel like you're not a good person."

"I..." Jiang Zhilan pouted in dissatisfaction. "Why don't I seem like a good person?"

"Fellow Daoist, even if you judge people by their appearance, you shouldn't see me as a bad person, right?"

Chu Ming said leisurely, "I have some knowledge of Jiang Fellow Daoist's reputation. It seems that you have done quite a few bad things."

Jiang Zhilan rolled her eyes and crossed her arms. "What bad things have I done?"

"I'm not quite sure myself. Fellow Daoist, why don't you tell me?"

Chu Ming shook his head. "Forget it, I can't really tell you either. Revealing it would expose my identity."

"Just to be safe, I think you should swear not to reveal my identity."

"I am also working for the benefit of the Jin Kingdom's cultivation world. Perhaps it can deter Myriad Demon Cave for a few years, until the Nascent Soul ancestors return."

"If the plan is exposed because of you, how many people will die?"

Jiang Zhilan didn't have any objections. "Alright, I swear."

"Regarding what happened just now, I absolutely won't leak a word until this Fellow Daoist's plan succeeds or is discovered by someone else. Otherwise, I will face heavenly tribulation and die during the Infant Formation stage."

"Is that enough?"

Chu Ming nodded. "That's good."

"What exactly happened just now?"

"How did you make my puppet grow?"

Jiang Zhilan smiled. "I have a special constitution. When I cultivate, it affects the growth of the surrounding plants."

"But if Fellow Daoist is nearby, I will be cautious and won't expose you."

Chu Ming nodded. He didn't need her to say it; he would also be cautious in the future.

He really didn't expect such a situation to occur just now.

Jiang Zhilan curiously asked, "By the way, Fellow Daoist, can you reveal who your true identity is?"

"Is it also in the Jin Kingdom?"

"The person you previously fabricated as the reincarnation of the former sect master, is that referring to your true identity?"

"If most people really believe in the matter of the Heavenly Dao Sect, then your position in the Jin Kingdom's cultivation world will be unparalleled."

Chu Ming shrugged. "It's not convenient to reveal. Don't inquire about it."

"I did want to assume this powerful identity before."

"But since you already know, there's no need for me to pretend anymore."

"If my identity is exposed by you in the future, wouldn't that be embarrassing?"

Jiang Zhilan covered her mouth and chuckled. "If Fellow Daoist can help the Jin Kingdom overcome this crisis, it's only natural to receive some benefits. Why would I make things difficult for myself?"

"Moreover, your own strength should already be quite remarkable. With just this puppet technique, most sects would feel fear."

"In due time, you will definitely soar to great heights."

"Anyway, both me and the Azure Mist Valley are willing to be friends with Fellow Daoist. Fellow Daoist can trust me a little more."

Chu Ming shrugged. "No need. That kind of identity is not necessary for me."

Jiang Zhilan touched her chin and sighed. "It seems that Fellow Daoist looks down on our small sect."

"But please continue to visit Azure Mist Valley as a guest. After all, appearances must be maintained."

Chu Ming nodded and pointed at the barrier. "Then let's continue."

Jiang Zhilan lifted the Spirit Leaf Barrier, and the two continued flying towards Azure Mist Valley.

After a while, Jiang Zhilan suddenly extended a slender willow branch from her fingertips, wrapping it around Chu Ming's index finger.

Chu Ming glanced at her and asked, "What are you doing?"

Jiang Zhilan's mouth didn't move, but Chu Ming heard her voice.

"It's the Grass and Wood Voice Transmission technique. This way, we can communicate secretly without being heard by others."

"Fellow Daoist, seeing your exquisite puppet technique and your mysterious identity, I suddenly thought of someone."

"Could it be... you were the person who sold the Mutation Spirit Rice seeds back then?"

Chu Ming chuckled inwardly. Did she guess it right?

Originally, he wanted to deny it directly, but upon careful consideration, even if he confessed, it wouldn't matter. After all, the other party didn't know his true identity.

It was a good opportunity to tease her and see how she would react.

So he smiled and said, "Hehe, you even guessed that?"

"So what if I am?"

(End of this chapter)