If you don't give up, I'd like to be your adoptive father.

Chapter 1319 Heart-to-Heart Communication: Comprehending the Heavenly Authority of the Human Emperor
"You still need to try to restrain yourself in the future. Right now, you can only stop the torrential rain on the threshing ground. In the future, as the 'Lady's Skill' progresses, the strange phenomena it causes will become even more astonishing."

When you can do something, it will surpass the understanding of extraordinary people and eccentrics.

When you can do something that they can't do using magic or Taoist arts, they will stare at you with greedy and longing eyes.

"They dissect everything about you, attempting to understand you and then seize your power," Wu Yazi said solemnly.

Lü Zhi's expression was solemn, and she nodded heavily, saying, "This disciple understands, and will certainly exercise restraint in the future."

Then she added worriedly, "But my disciple doesn't even know what his 'miraculous skills' are."

The first call to stop the torrential rain was completely unexpected.

What if I accidentally expose my magical abilities to everyone without my knowledge?

"Tell me about the specific sensations you feel when you circulate your 'internal energy.' I'll see if I can help you improve the 'Lady's Skill'."

This is also one of the reasons why she came to see Lü Zhi today.

Fulfilling her promise to Lü Xu was actually a secondary reason for her visit to Pei County.

"The Lady of the Pavilion" was her first creation of the Emperor's Technique, so it must have some shortcomings.

Moreover, when Xiaoyu created the Human Emperor's Skill, he was still a wandering martial artist.

Now she is the renowned Grand Tutor Yu, whose cultivation, wisdom, and experience have all increased immensely.

Both Lü Zhi's "The Merit of the Lady of the Pavilion" and Liu Ji's "The Old Man's Joy" are due for an upgrade.

To upgrade the cultivation technique, we definitely need the cooperation of Liu Ji and Lü Zhi, these two guinea pigs.

Knowing the gravity of the situation, Lü Zhi did not hide anything and recounted in detail her feelings, insights, and difficulties in cultivating the "Pavilion Chief's Wife Skill."

Wu Yazi learned a lot from the lecture, but he was still not quite satisfied.

After hesitating for a moment, he said, "E'xu, I have a secret technique called 'Heart to Heart,' which can connect with your heart and feel your feelings."

But this process may make you feel uncomfortable; it's up to you whether you want to try it.

She was referring to telepathy.

Recently, while reconstructing the earth's veins, she has been using Wang E to cultivate her telepathic abilities.

Significant progress has been made in the area of ​​spiritual connection.

She replaced her own heart with the heart of the evil king, as if she had become the evil king and could deeply perceive the evil king's "time cancer".

Now, if it were Empress Lü, she could also truly experience the various miraculous effects of Lady Lü's skills with the same mindset.

Given Lü Zhi's current mental state, if she were to rape him without his consent, he would not only feel disgusted but also resist, making it difficult for her to penetrate his heart.

Empress Lü Zhi was indeed disgusted; any normal person would be disgusted.

A strong woman like Lü Zhi was simply more intolerant of having her mind spied on.

But she couldn't let go of "The Merit of the Lady of the Pavilion".

The benefits of practicing the "Pavilion Chief's Wife's Skill" are too numerous and overwhelming to refuse!

"The Daoist Master wants to help his disciple modify his cultivation method. The disciple understands the difference and of course does not mind the Daoist Master using secret techniques."

"But I have some concerns. If others use the same secret technique, how can I defend myself?"

Wu Yazi glanced at her and said, "I have another secret technique that can break the Mind-Reading Technique. I will teach you this technique first."

In his early years in Western Shu, in response to Chi Jiuluo's telepathic abilities, "Da Mieba" had already developed the "Heart Sea Like a Mirror" technique.

Telepathy uses the "appearances of all beings" to indirectly analyze the true nature of things, and these appearances can be faked.

Her "heart as a mirror" technique is a way of deceiving others with false appearances of humanity.

Now that I've learned mind reading, my "Mirror of the Mind" technique is even more powerful, making it easier to cultivate.

A moment later, through telepathic communication, Lü Zhi received the new special edition of the "Heart as Mirror" style.

The new Mind-Mirror Style also includes parts of the "Mind-Clearing Mantra," which can make one's mind free of desires, thoughts, and desires.

After meditating silently for a while, Lü Zhi had already made some progress.

"Thank you for the method, Daoist Master. I have already felt it," she said happily.

Wu Yazi asked, "Can you eliminate distracting thoughts and enter a state of no thought or desire?"

If she had no thoughts in her mind, Empress Lü would naturally not have to worry about her inner secrets being discovered.

In fact, this state makes it easier for Wuyazi to comprehend "Lady's Skill".

When Qiu Shan Xiaoyu was sensing Wang E's time-related cancer, she specifically asked Wang E to enter a state of no thoughts and no intentions, and not to disturb her with distracting thoughts.

Lü Zhi shook her head and said, "The time is too short; this disciple cannot reach that level."

However, this disciple is ready; Master, you may now use your secret technique.

She could not be without thoughts or feelings, but she could make sure that all her thoughts and feelings were respect and gratitude for Teacher Wuyazi.

Imagine your mind as a bucket. Previously, the bucket contained a deeply hidden suspicion that Wuyazi couldn't know about. Now, you're pouring in 999 portions of respect and love.

One suspicion was completely concealed by 999 expressions of respect.

Not perfect, but good enough.

—From now on, I must diligently cultivate the "Mirror-like Mind" style!
Empress Lü made up her mind in secret.

"I'm about to begin," Wu Yazi reminded her before unleashing his telepathic communication.

Having experienced the troubles of dealing with Wang E, she skillfully avoided Lü Zhi's "dark thoughts," ignoring them entirely and directly filtering out her experiences and insights.

"You summon the wind once more."

Empress Lü did as she was told.

Wu Yazi seemed to have become her, and had the most direct experience of the operation of "Lady's Skill".

It felt wonderful; for a moment, it was as if she were the sky.

Half an hour later, Wu Yazi, still in a state of mutual understanding, said, "Don't move, I'll take you somewhere."

Lü Zhi didn't move, letting the golden light envelop her, then she shrank to the ground and disappeared into the study.

In a short while, the two emerged from the "Wild Fox Forest" outside Xue County.

Xue County is not far from Pei County, only about 100 li away, with Weishan Lake separating the two counties.

The "bamboo skin crown" (Liu's crown) invented by Liu Ji was based on a draft he made, which he then asked craftsmen from Xue County to help with weaving.

Uh, don't assume that just because Liu Ji's descendant Liu Huangshu made straw sandals, Liu Ji was from a poor family and had the same skill.

First of all, Liu Ji was not as wealthy as Xiang Yu, but that does not mean he was as poor as Zhu Yuanzhang.

Liu Tingzhang has seven or eight servants under his command!
Moreover, Liu Ji was lazy and loved to eat, drink, and have fun. He would only do serious work if absolutely necessary. Otherwise, even something as simple as making a bamboo hat would require him to hire craftsmen.

"Try again, and you can still summon the wind."

After scanning the surroundings to make sure there were no ghosts or monsters, Wu Yazi spoke in his mind.

Just like before, Lü Zhi silently activated the "Lady of the Pavilion Chief's Skill," concentrated her energy, and shouted, "Let the north wind blow stronger!"

As soon as she finished shouting, she realized something was wrong and she felt very weak.

"Master, I feel that we will not be able to summon the north wind this time."

Wu Yazi also sensed it.

This time, Lü Zhi's mental fluctuations were still quite obvious and very strong, but she no longer possessed the "unyielding" and "immortal" characteristics similar to Ying Zheng's will.

"Do you know where this is? We have arrived at Xue County, Xue Prefecture, opposite Sishui Pavilion."

Liu Ji frequently visited Xue County because it was very close. The Sishui Pavilion, which he governed, was separated from Xue County only by a narrow lake.

"Oh dear, it wasn't just my imagination."

Lü Zhi suddenly realized something and clapped her hands, exclaiming, "Actually, I've been to Xue County several times. Every time I came before, I felt a sense of unease, like I was in a foreign land."

It wasn't as comfortable as it was in Pei County.

So Xue County really isn't my territory; my territory is in Pei County.

My magical abilities only work in Pei County.

When I arrived in other places, the people didn't recognize me, let alone acknowledge me as the 'wife of the village head,' so the magic spell lost its effect.

Wu Yazi nodded slightly and said, "You are very perceptive. You have already guessed it without me having to tell you."

The people and the heavens of Peixian have already accepted you.

To Xue County, you are indeed a 'stranger'.

The earth has land rights, and the heavens naturally have heavenly rights as well.

All natural phenomena originate from the heavens. By grasping the "power of the heavens," one's words become law, directly influencing the weather.

When Yu Zaiheng consolidated the power of the human king in Western Shu, she also obtained "heavenly power," but her heavenly power was incomparable to that of Lü Zhi.

Even the land control held by Grand Tutor Yu was somewhat lacking.

At the very least, she cannot command the earth to do whatever she says.

Empress Lü Zhi seemed to have penetrated the "heart of heaven," directly grasping heavenly power and manipulating it within certain limits.

This is the prototype of true imperial power.

According to Xiaoyu's Human Emperor Merit, to consolidate the complete Human Emperor's authority, one needs Heavenly Authority, Earthly Authority, and Human Authority.

Currently, Lü Zhi's cultivation of the Lady's Skill seems to only enhance her Heavenly Power; she may have some Earthly Power and Human Power, but they are very weak.

If she were to unify the powers of Heaven, Earth, and Man, wouldn't that create another "Human Emperor's Rule"?
Wu Yazi was very much looking forward to it.

Empress Lü was also looking forward to it.

Her eyes sparkled, and her voice trembled with excitement, "Master, if I were to go from being the wife of a village head to the wife of a county magistrate, would I be able to 'command the wind and rain' in Xue County?"

Wu Yazi looked her over again and asked, "After marrying Liu Ji, you must have had a very hard life, right?"
Her exquisite makeup was gone, and her fair and tender skin, once as smooth as mutton fat jade, was now rough and dark from the wind and sun.

Her once graceful figure has become distorted and out of shape.

Lu Zhi clutched the hem of her dress in shame, unconsciously pulling it down as if to cover her bloated and deformed body.

"It was tough, but I felt pretty good. Really, I'm not forcing a smile."

As I practice the "Pavilion Chief's Wife's Skill," I make progress every day, and my heart is filled with peace and joy.

The physical toil and fatigue weren't particularly noticeable.

This is the truth. Spiritual and spiritual satisfaction and joy can truly outweigh physical hardship and fatigue.

Just like someone who loves playing basketball, even in the sweltering summer heat, they still sweat profusely on the court.

He was so happy he felt like he was flying high.

To those who dislike moving around and prefer to stay in air-conditioned rooms watching dramas, this is simply mind-numbing and asking for trouble.

Wu Yazi said, "You have basically been rewarded for all your efforts."

That's why I praised you the moment we met.

All the physical hardships you endure will become nourishment for tempering your spirit and will.

Your perseverance and hard work have earned you the admiration of all the people in Peixian who have met and come to know you.

You have become a qualified "village head's wife", and your "village head's wife skills" have greatly improved.

But just by becoming the wife of the village head, you've already gone from a porcelain doll-like young lady to a dark-faced village woman.

"If you want to wield power in the county town and become a qualified 'county magistrate's wife,' what price would you have to pay?"

Empress Lü's expression changed several times before she finally said with a firm look and resolute eyes, "I have already embarked on this path, and there is no turning back. No matter the cost, I will continue on this path with unwavering determination."

"Thump!" She suddenly knelt down hard, kowtowing and pleading, "Please enlighten me, Daoist! If I continue with what I did before, I'm afraid I won't be able to become a qualified 'Magistrate's Wife'."

The disciple was able to earn the recognition of the Zhongyangli neighborhood as 'Lady Liu' through diligence, thrift, and hard work in managing the household.

She was recognized as 'virtuous and kind' by the elders of Pei County for helping her neighbors and caring for the elderly, children, and widows in the village.

But to gain the approval of people from other counties and the loyalty of the prefectural government, we'll probably need to employ more sophisticated methods.

She possessed such insight for two reasons: firstly, she was indeed intelligent and perceptive; secondly, when she was taught the "Master's Wife Skill," the old Taoist Wuyazi had already explained in detail the different stages of the "wife" role.

That is, the different realms of "Lady's Skill".

Wu Yazi said, "Do you still remember how I taught you to be a qualified 'lady' at each stage?"

Lü Zhi said, "Master taught me that no matter what I do, I can never satisfy everyone."

Therefore, it is important to grasp the generally accepted standard of a 'virtuous wife' in everyone's mind.

There's no need to care about everyone's opinions; disciples just need to move closer to this standard.

As I am currently only the wife of a village head, I can still understand the standards of a virtuous wife at this stage.

But if he became the wife of a county magistrate, or even higher, the disciple felt somewhat lost and apprehensive.

As the Taoist priest said, even just becoming a qualified village head's wife has already left me in such a sorry state.

To elevate the "Lady's Skill" to another level would be an agonizing struggle, exhausting all one's energy and causing one's death.

Wu Yazi reached out and helped her up, saying, "You can read about Confucius's life; he is your role model!"
First, practice what you preach and master the ways of a virtuous wife; then, teach by example to the 'wives' who are one level below you.

Finally, one should establish virtue, merit, and words.

While you served as the magistrate's wife in Pei County, the people of Xue County, though they had never met you, had heard of your virtue and knew how virtuous you were. The wives of Xue County took you as their role model and learned from your virtue.

Then you'll be able to wield immense power in Xue County.

Once you become the wife of the prefect, or even a more distinguished lady, even if you stay in the government office forever, as long as you frequently summon the women and officials to the government office to receive your teachings, you will gain their genuine respect.

They became your incarnations, helping you gain popular support and prestige in various counties.

When you have written down your virtuous ways, published them as a book, and made them the 'great principles of human relations' in the hearts of all people, then your 'meritorious service as a wife' will have truly been accomplished.

Lü Zhi was like a traveler wandering alone in the night, who suddenly saw a light spread out beneath her feet, extending all the way to the end. Her confusion vanished, replaced only by an eager excitement.

"Thank you for your teachings, Daoist Master. I understand now. Any success I achieve in the future will be thanks to you!" She bowed respectfully again.

Wu Yazi gently lifted her up and said, "On the path of the Great Dao, only loneliness and hardship will accompany you all the way."

No matter how much I say now, you still have to take it one step at a time on your own.

When you reach the finish line and bask in boundless glory, that moment is your own, and it is your own achievement.

Your efforts are not for me, not for anyone else, but solely for your own sake.

Lü Zhi nodded heavily, her gaze becoming even more resolute.

Wu Yazi took her back to the small study in the backyard of the Lü family in Pei County.

"Please wait a moment while I improve the Lady's Skill for you."

She sat in a chair with her eyes slightly closed, her mind and will detaching from the material world and entering the dream dimension.

In the dream world, Xiaoyu flipped through the heavenly book "Tao Te Ching" while digesting the first-hand, precious insights she gained from "heart-to-heart communication".

It took her a full three years before she began to create the method.

Three months later, her spirit returned to the human world.

In Lü Zhi's eyes, the old Taoist Wu Yazi pondered for the time it takes to drink half a cup of tea before opening his eyes again.

"Open your heart, and I will impart the Dharma to you."

(End of this chapter)