After stepping out of the park, Zhang Yuanqing pretended to adjust his belt buckle while turning toward the corner, deliberately drawing attention to the eyes that were still following his silhouette—proving, as he hoped, that he truly needed to use the restroom. ——Mainly to placate Guan Ya. At this moment, few people paid any real attention to him; everyone was excitedly anticipating their reward settlements. As a scout, Guan Ya’s keen observational skills would inevitably reveal any flaw in his performance, no matter how convincing his acting. I’ve already used the restroom, so his current actions must seem somewhat inconsistent to her. He needed to act quickly and find an opportunity to speak openly with Guan Ya—perhaps after the combat mission concluded. Leaning against the corner, Zhang Yuanqing thought about the cost of the set, and chuckled softly. But then he felt the chuckle was too awkward, too unbecoming of a well-bred, socially engaged young man, so he quickly suppressed it, focusing instead on waiting for the task settlement. He looked forward to the Star Official's skills, to the transformation into a Saint, to the reward items, to the exclusive role card bonuses—especially the Magistrate King's role card rewards. At that moment, the Lingjing notification sounded again: 【Reward processing... Item/Equipment obtained: Great Luo Star Disk】 【Experience points awarded: 36%】 【Ping! Congratulations! Your promotion to 4th-level Star Official is complete.】 【Experience points awarded: 5%】 【Main storyline task completed!】 【Ranking points rewards processing... Item/Equipment obtained: Mountain God's Staff】 【Processing complete!】 【Ping! Role card rewards activated. Reward item: ???】 【All rewards processed. Lingjing session will end in ten minutes...】 Promoted to Star Official! Zhang Yuanqing leaned against the wall, his hands clenched tightly, then vigorously waved them, eagerly awaiting the familiar sensation of "heat in the brow"—the sign that the Black Moon Seal was beginning to glow. But at that very moment, the scene before him suddenly transformed—the ruins of the city vanished, replaced by a hazy, abstract realm, devoid of any distinct scenery or sense of up, down, left, or right. This is my consciousness sea… Zhang Yuanqing looked utterly bewildered, his face filled with mild fear. He hadn't consciously chosen to explore his consciousness sea, yet his awareness had spontaneously immersed itself there. It was like having his body unconsciously singing and rapping—something deeply unsettling. Suddenly, a profoundly cool and pure Yin energy surged forth from the depths of his consciousness sea. This force flowed like a flood bursting its banks, washing over his spiritual body, and finally coalesced into a massive black circular moon at the very core of the sea. Soft, ethereal moonlight poured down, enveloping Zhang Yuanqing’s spiritual form. He felt an unprecedented sense of comfort and ease, as though a newborn infant returning to its mother’s womb. This latent power embedded in the character card—why had it manifested now, precisely at this moment—was it triggered by the stimulation of his promotion to a Star Official? Zhang Yuanqing looked up in astonishment, only to find that the massive black circular moon was gradually fading, transforming into a crescent moon. The very next moment, his consciousness voluntarily withdrew from his inner realm, and he once again saw the ruins of the city. What on earth? He was deeply puzzled, still unclear about what was happening, yet a scorching warmth surged in his brow, interrupting his thoughts. A crescent moon emerged clearly on his forehead, and a powerful Yin energy surged forth from the imprint, forcefully washing through his body—almost in a crude, unyielding manner—seeping into each cell and each bone. As the Yin energy purified him, his physical form became increasingly refined and perfect. This portion of power accounted for 42% of the experience points granted by the spiritual realm. At this moment, Zhang Yuanqing had reached the absolute limit of the Transcendent Realm, the "Night-Wandering Immortal." "How did the black circular moon suddenly turn into a crescent moon?" Zhang Yuanqing keenly noticed the change in the imprint, gently stroking his forehead, his brow furrowing. This transformation had never occurred during any of the previous quest completions. He speculated it might be related to the promotion of the celestial office. Indeed, if only I had known this earlier, I wouldn't have needed to perform the urine-dash technique... Gradually, the power of the Moon withdrew inward, and the glowing crescent on his forehead faded into his skin. After a period of calm—about three or four seconds—the warmth returned, this time no longer manifesting as a black moon, but a luminous, star-dappled mark. A more vivid description would be: his forehead had been dusted with fluorescent powder. Faint streaks of starlight flowed through Zhang Yuanqing’s body, illuminating his bones, meridians, and organs—like fluorescent powder had been injected into his blood—making him appear semi-transparent. "Ahhh~" bending like a shrimp, Zhang Yuanqing emitted a deep, painful groan, involuntarily twitching as if his life level had shifted and his genetic sequences were being reorganized. These star fragments were transforming his body, causing intense pain while simultaneously reconfiguring his genetic code and subtly elevating his life level. The last time he felt this way was when he transitioned from a mortal to a night-wanderer. The entire process lasted exactly three minutes—by the time the star-dust had woven itself into his flesh and his body ceased to be transparent, Zhang Yuanqing was already drenched in sweat, as though he had been lying ill for a long time. Yet his eyes shone brilliantly, like they held stars, radiating charm and mystery. This was the refined aura brought about by his promotion to a star-official. Moreover, his physical attributes had undergone a dramatic surge. If the transcendent realm were compared to childhood, then the star-officialship was akin to adolescence. With sheer physical strength, he could now deliver a single punch that would send a child flying. While physical prowess was not his strongest suit—professions such as the mesmerizing spirits or fire-masters, who excel in close combat, saw even more impressive enhancements—the gap between the transcendent and the sage realm was truly substantial. Without relying on equipment, a sage could defeat a transcendent as effortlessly as a chicken would be slaughtered. Zhang Yuanqing couldn’t wait to open his attribute panel, sensing the transformations brought by his new status and the skills now under his command. 【Name: Yuan Shi Tian Zun】 【Race: Human】 【Profession: Star Official】 【Level: 4】 【Skills: Night Wanderer — Night Wandering, Spirit Devouring, Spirit of the Moon, Moon's Roar, Enchantment, Spirit Scroll】 【Star Official — Star Divination, Star Illusion, Star Translocation, Body of the Stars】 【Experience Points: 5%】 【Moral Points: 2100】 【Reputation Points: 90】 【Star Divination (Active): By observing facial features, can view the twelve celestial sectors of the subject: Fate, Wealth, Friends, Family, Residence, Labor, Travel, Relationships, Virtue, Reward, Hidden Matters, and Adversity.】 【Star Illusion (Active): Can create illusions using the power of the stars (Prerequisite Skill: Enchantment).】 【Star Translocation (Active): Can instantly teleport over a short distance of twenty meters, during which time, immune to all physical attacks.】 【Body of the Stars (Passive): A body purified by the power of the stars, enabling the use of various star-based domain spells. Zhang Yuanqing quickly mastered the four new skills, which had become instinctive, as if etched into his genetic code from birth. Among these, Stellar Illusion is an enhanced version of Charm, which itself serves as the prerequisite skill for Stellar Illusion. Star Dash functions similarly to a teleportation ability and shares certain similarities with the Fire element. Stellar Body forms the foundational element—nothing more to say about it. The core skill is Stellar Astrology, which is activated through the eyes and enables one to perceive a target’s short-term fortune trajectory via the observation of their facial features. There are twelve astrological sectors, each symbolizing a distinct aspect of life, collectively forming a person’s causal network. "Fate" represents marriage, romantic fortune, contracts, opportunities, legal disputes, and similar matters. "Residence" symbolizes family relationships, marital dynamics, and ties with children. "Labor" reflects one’s profession—such as office worker, complacent employee, manager, or underachiever. For instance, "Destiny" refers to one’s essence or self, and can also be interpreted as one’s fate, representing the most fundamental aspect of a person. Of course, Zhang Yuanqing currently cannot yet foresee a person's long-term destiny, but he can discern certain layers of disguise through observing "the fate." Each person's fate is unique—appearance may change, but fate remains unaltered, naturally resisting the art of transformation. Take virtue, or "de," for instance: "de" symbolizes moral character. Zhang Yuanqing can clearly see whether the person has recently committed morally questionable acts, whether they have engaged in charitable deeds, and how their moral conduct has fared. More importantly, there is "misfortune," or "er," which represents crisis. Zhang Yuanqing can instantly identify whether the person has been experiencing misfortune in recent times. Notably, astrology can also be applied to oneself. A simple example: during battle, one can first glance at their own palace in the mirror. If misfortune is observed there, the celestial officials will immediately sense it, generating a vague premonition, thus enabling early preparation. "The star official of level four can only observe short-term fortunes; only later can one see a person's life trajectory. To achieve the strength of someone like Taiyuanmen—someone who, seated at home, knows the grand trends of the world and is fully aware of everything—requires a deep cultivation of celestial energy." "If I focus on the power of the Moon, I should gain the full moon's abilities, but currently, I still don't know exactly what those abilities are. The power of the Sun cannot be cultivated by me. So, should I choose the stars or the Moon?" "Oh, I remember when Fengdu's Ghost King competed in the tournament—he used a small mirror to examine his own face. At that moment, he was probably observing his 'misfortune.' In future battles, I should bring a small mirror with me. Honestly, it feels a bit odd." Zhang Yuanqing already had a solid understanding of the star official's capabilities, so while he wasn't particularly surprised, he was highly satisfied. The art of stellar divination is a particularly compelling skill—it quietly reveals a person's private life, uncovering everything about them. Before a star official, all is transparent. And it's extremely practical in battle. By observing one's facial expressions, one can foresee misfortunes and anticipate dangers, while star phantom and star escape techniques provide life-saving measures. With the night-wanderer skill enabling stealth, it's extremely difficult to eliminate a star official. One can serve as a rogue, a summoner, a seer-mage, or even step up as a rugged warrior using the Moon's Roar when needed. Aside from lacking particularly powerful damage-dealing abilities, it's truly perfect. After all, no character is flawless—otherwise, the Night-Wanderer would be not just one of the peak classes, but the sole pinnacle. Zhang Yuanqing felt satisfied, and opened his inventory to check the rewards. First among them was the Mountain God's Staff: the handle is woven from three reeds, with a jade-green gem embedded at the head, measuring approximately one meter in length. 【Name: Mountain God's Staff】 【Type: Wand】 【Function: Mountain God】 【Description: This item was once held by the Mountain God's master. The Mountain God deeply respects her master, though the only complaint is that her master is exceptionally romantic—always surrounded by various men. One day, the master passed this staff to the Mountain God, and in turn, the Mountain God became a female sea king. After the master's passing, the staff absorbed a portion of the master's power, enhancing its quality. Now, the staff possesses the abilities to heal, communicate with animals, revive the fallen, generate extraordinary strength, transform plants and animals, and summon them to assist in battle.】 【Note 1: Moderately restrain your abundant vitality and strong desire for reproduction.】 【Note 2: The longer you spend with people, the more you will love dogs.】 【Note 3: It repels all metallic objects and particularly dislikes scouts.】 Undoubtedly, this is a holy-grade item, and it surpasses the Hou-Tu Boots in strength. "The three costs—strong desire, affection for people and animals, and the need to remove metallic objects and scouts—each individually aren't particularly burdensome. As a craftsman, I'm skilled at managing my own reproductive desires. But when the first two costs overlap, they become quite daunting." Zhang Yuanqing, both delighted and concerned, folded away the item, silently vowing to seek out some tools that could help reduce his desires—such as the ghost mirror of Lady Yin Yao—using one tool to counter another. He then retrieved another item: the Great Luo Star Disk. At the very moment he grasped the artifact, Zhang Yuanqing gained a deeper understanding of its functions. Stellar Observation: He currently cannot fully command this ability, as he has not yet learned the art of stargazing. Forecasting: By using the celestial chart, he can deduce answers to specific questions—though he must himself interpret the results. Knowledge of the Twenty-Four Solar Terms: He no longer needs to consult a calendar to know the solar terms. Understanding of Yin and Yang: The human body becomes a natural clock—without needing to check a watch, he can tell the time of day, how long until dusk, and how long until dawn. Weather Perception: He no longer needs to rely on weather forecasts. Two costs, however: First, he will instinctively tilt his head upward; if not reminded or obstructed, he will likely remain in this posture. Second, he must gaze at the stars every evening; otherwise, he will feel unwell, as if suffering from a strong nicotine craving. Finally, Zhang Yuanqing retrieved the character card reward item—a simple electronic watch. It had no strap, a plain appearance, and a somewhat rough craftsmanship. The display showed time and date. Holding this item, a few seconds later, the item information appeared: 【Name: ???】 【Type: ???】 【Function: ???】 【Description: ???】 【Notes: ???】 The special features of the Mage King's character card are "the Black Full Moon" and "exclusive character card rewards." The Black Full Moon has already manifested—hidden within the character card itself—even though he cannot reach it, he knows it is no ordinary thing. Then what about the exclusive character card rewards? Zhang Yuanqing once speculated that something so highly valued by the head of Taiyuan might emerge gradually through these exclusive rewards. In the early settlement cycles of the spiritual realms, the items granted as exclusive rewards were ordinary items—likely considered mere trash even by the elite. It wasn't until this particular dial appeared that things changed. Unlike any other items, its unique attributes immediately set it apart. As my level has grown and I have advanced to the Saint rank, the Mage King's true legacy has finally come to light... The stronger I grow, the more dangerous I become. Zhang Yuanqing sighed. With calm composure, he returned to the park, bypassing his colleagues' joyful expressions, and found his own Yin-Shi Blood Rose. He placed his hand gently on her shoulder. A few seconds later, ripples of water-like waves spread out from the surroundings, blurring the entire world. ... Watching the younger members of the organization gradually fade away into the realm, the elders of the Wu-Xing Alliance finally eased the weight on their hearts. The killing mission for the Transcendent Realm was now complete. From here on, all they needed to do was closely monitor the battles of the Sages. The Sage-level killing mission would conclude in another two days. Currently, only two Sages have fallen—one from the official side and one from the Evil Organization. The rest of the Sages are deeply rooted, possessing top-tier equipment and combat strength, far more resilient than the Waywalkers of the Transcendent Realm. The elder of the Chìhuǒ Clan smiled, "The crescent mark on the Yuanshǐ Tianzun's forehead—look, he truly isn't a descendant of the Magus King." The Dog Elder spoke calmly, "After passing the Tiger Seal test, his suspicions had already been cleared. "The female marshal turned her gaze toward the dog elder, her voice crisp, sensuous, and commanding: 'After the killing quest concludes, let Fu's young lord humble himself and come to the capital to meet me—a mere nobody.' The dog elder: '...Understood.' In his heart, he silently mourned for both Fu Qingyang and the Primordial Heavenly Sovereign for several seconds. Especially the latter—he would not only endure a barrage of blows from his immediate superior, but possibly also from the head elder of the Hundred Blossom Assembly. Oh, and he'd have to take his own share of punches as well. The dog elder remembered clearly having instructed the Primordial Heavenly Sovereign himself: the Chu family's extermination case was a secret within a secret, to be strictly kept confidential. ...He wondered now, as countless blows awaited him, what it would be like to once again take stock of his surroundings—freshly painted white walls, a double bed, woolen carpet, a large writing desk. He returned to his single room at the Fu family's villa, with the blood rose by his side. 'How utterly like another world,' he murmured softly." The Yin-Shi-Xue-Rosé, affected by curses and toxins, is currently unable to move—battle has ended. Zhang Yuanqing has no immediate need to use the Fumagong杵 to purify it. He strides out of the room and into the living room, asking the rabbit maidservant who is cleaning there, "Has the Centurion come out?" During his combat trials, he encountered unimaginable dangers, and he suspects that Fu Qingyang may have also been targeted. Thus, he urgently seeks news of Fu Qingyang's safety. "No...," the maid says, gazing steadily at Zhang Yuanqing, her cheeks slightly flushed, speaking softly, "Lord Yuan-Shi, you've been promoted to the rank of Saint—what a transformation! The eerie dignity of the Night-Wanderer blends with the ethereal grace of the Star-Officer, creating a charm that's hard to describe. Combined with your naturally handsome appearance, you have a strong appeal to young women. Has he not come out yet?" Has the Slayer's Raid instance been going on for so long? It makes sense—higher-level characters require less food. Indeed, that's quite reasonable. I hope the Centurion succeeds in clearing the instance; he's truly a master of his craft. Zhang Yuanqing immediately said, "Arrange a vehicle for me. Address: Room 291, Xindoor Road, Tianchen Apartments, 3rd floor, Unit 302." He intends to help Guan Ya address her reproductive desires.