So it turns out I'm the demon!

Chapter 32 Cultivating Immortality Starts with Getting a Government Job

After taking a bath, Jiang Mu stepped into the Eighth Hall of the government office.

The courtyard was quiet.

Zhang Daxiao was sitting in front of his younger brother Zhang Xiaokui's door, looking restless and unable to sit still, his expression full of undisguised anxiety.

When a cultivator breaks through a realm, it's like a carp leaping over the Dragon Gate.

One step to heaven, one step to abyss.

Many exceptionally talented individuals have exhausted their efforts at this crucial hurdle.

Even if all efforts are in vain, the path may be cut off.

Zhang Xiaokui spared no expense to achieve this breakthrough.

Not only did he exchange his merits for top-grade elixirs, but he also bathed, burned incense, and fasted for three days. He even consulted the almanac and chose an auspicious time for all things to be done before going into seclusion.

I don't know if it will work out...

Thinking of this, Zhang Daxiao felt even more grateful to Jiang Mu.

If it weren't for the unexpected circumstances that led to his exile to the Eighth Hall, and if it weren't for Lord Jiang leading his brothers to achieve numerous merits and acquire resources, the younger brother's success rate in breaking through this realm would probably be less than 50%.

"grown ups."

Upon catching a glimpse of Jiang Mu out of the corner of his eye, Zhang Daxiao quickly bowed.

"How is Xiao Kui doing?"

Jiang Mu walked over with his hands behind his back.

Zhang Daxiao shook his head, looking worried:

"No movement yet. But judging by the time, it should be soon. We've prepared thoroughly this time, so there shouldn't be any problems."

Jiang Mu nodded, put his hands behind his back, and sighed, "Breakthroughs are difficult."

"Who can argue with that?"

Zhang Daxiao shared the same sentiment and also let out a long sigh.

Jiang Mu continued to sigh:

"Even for me, it took a lot of effort to break through to this third realm. Sigh, it's tough."

"Yeah, it's difficult... um??"

Zhang Daxiao suddenly realized what was happening and froze on the spot as if struck by lightning.

He stared wide-eyed at Jiang Mu.

Three...three realms?!

He was preoccupied with his younger brother and didn't pay much attention to the situation.

Only after being "reminded" by the other party did he realize that the aura of his master had already undergone a qualitative transformation.

It's clearly the genuine aura of the Third Realm!

"M-Sir, you..."

Zhang Daxiao stuttered so badly he could barely speak.

"Hehe, I'm lucky."

Jiang Muyun waved his hand casually, looking modest, "I just broke through this morning, it really took a lot of my effort."

Zhang Daxiao was completely numb.

My head was buzzing, and my worldview was crumbling.

That's way too fast.

When my younger brother reached the second realm of perfection, you were at the first realm.

While my younger brother was still at the peak of the second realm and preparing to break through, you reached the second realm.

My younger brother is still in seclusion trying to break through to the third realm, while you've already reached the third realm!

Are you even human?!

Are you even human?!

Zhang Daxiao stared with his mouth agape, unable to utter a word for a long time.

Having lived for over thirty years and spent more than a decade in the Demon Slayer Division, I have seen many talented individuals.

But a level-up like Jiang Mu's, soaring to the heavens, is truly unprecedented.

"Come, sit down and let's talk."

Jiang Mu pulled him to a stone bench and sat him down. "Perfect timing. I only have a vague understanding of this 'Star Position Certification' matter. Can you explain it to me in detail?"

Zhang Daxiao took a few deep breaths, forcibly suppressing the turmoil in his heart, and said with a wry smile:

"What aspect would you like to know?"

"Tell me about everything, the more detailed the better," Jiang Mu said.

Zhang Daxiao gathered his thoughts and asked seriously:

"My lord, before discussing the celestial positions, do you know what the biggest difference is between humans and demons?"

Jiang Mu frowned:

"Humans are born of human mothers, and demons are born of demon mothers?"

"Well……"

Zhang Daxiao choked for a moment, then coughed dryly, "It's lifespan!"

"Lifespan?"

"Yes, it's lifespan."

Zhang Daxiao explained,

"Demons are unique creatures of heaven and earth, possessing unparalleled physical advantages. They are born with the ability to sense and absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, and have extremely long lifespans."

Living for two or three hundred years is the norm, and even ancient demons that live for thousands of years are not uncommon.

Because they live a long time, they can slowly refine their demonic bodies over the long years until they condense a demon core.

Once they possess a demon core, they establish a certain bond with heaven and earth, becoming "residents" of this world. Ordinary mortals simply cannot kill them or contend with them.

At this point, Zhang Daxiao sighed:

"We humans, with our mortal bodies, are like funnels."

Limited by innate rules, mortals cannot directly lock the spiritual energy of heaven and earth within their bodies. In addition, their lifespan is short, lasting only a hundred years.

"If they can't hold their breath and don't live long, how can they fight demons?"

Jiang Mu nodded thoughtfully: "This is indeed a fatal weakness."

Zhang Daxiao's eyes were piercing:

"Therefore, the wise and powerful ancestors of humanity, after thoroughly exploring the ways of heaven and man, finally found a way to break the deadlock—that is, to borrow the power of the celestial bodies as a bridge!"

He pointed to the sky above:

"Stars illuminate the vast universe and are the 'apertures' of heaven and earth. Since ancient times, they have received the essence of heaven and breathed in the splendid essence of earth, and have remained eternally indestructible."

As long as one can obtain the position of "Star Official" and gain the recognition and blessing of a certain star or a series of stars, the cultivator can use this star as a medium to absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth and refine himself.

With the blessing of star power, one becomes qualified to slay demons.

Jiang Mu listened intently, and suddenly felt enlightened.

I see……

Body tempering is laying the foundation, while breaking through the three realms is obtaining the "entry ticket".

The "Star Certification" is the key to truly opening the door to the extraordinary and obtaining the "Demon Slayer License"!

"Then how can one become a star official?" Jiang Mu pressed.

There are two ways.

Zhang Daxiao held up two fingers.

"The first method is to rely on one's own senses."

When a cultivator breaks through to the third realm and their soul begins to solidify, they can attempt to use their mind to roam the heavens and sense the stars in the sky.

Find the "star official" position that best matches your own destiny, establish a resonance with it, and "occupy" it.

Once you successfully occupy it, you've essentially secured that position, and no one else can claim it. But…”

Zhang Daxiao changed the subject, a bitter look appearing on his face.

"This approach is no longer viable in today's world. I advise you, sir, not to waste your time on this."

"Why?" Jiang Mu asked, puzzled.

Zhang Daxiao said helplessly:

"Because the positions of 'star officials' in the sky have already been filled, there is no room left for those who come later."

"What?!"

Jiang Mu was stunned. "Are you kidding me? There are countless stars in the sky, how could they all be occupied?"

Zhang Daxiao patiently explained:

"My lord, although there are countless stars in the heavens, not every star is blessed with an 'official position'."

Only those "true stars" with names and surnames in the star palace genealogy can hold the position of star official.

These three enclosures and twenty-eight constellations, the Heavenly Generals and Earthly Fiends, all in total, with names, surnames, and duties, number no more than four or five hundred.

Do you think there will still be empty seats for us?

At this point, Zhang Daxiao was filled with indignation and helplessness.

This is really unfair.

Many years ago, a tycoon surnamed Jiang attempted to change this rule and break the monopoly.

He bluntly stated that this method of cultivation is like being raised as a poisonous insect, a waste of resources.

Ascension is absolutely impossible.

Unfortunately, this person eventually became a demon and was eliminated by the Heavenly Dao.

That person's name is Jiang Chaoxi.

Jiang Mu opened her mouth, but remained silent for a long time.

He understood completely.

So this "star position verification" isn't something you can just do by randomly finding a star and connecting to Wi-Fi.

What you need to find are those stars that have "official status".

Organization is paramount.

Without a formal position, you are not qualified to absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth.

Without a formal employment contract, you are operating without a license and are not qualified to exorcise demons.

These positions had long been divided up by our ancestors, leaving not a single drop of soup behind.

One radish, one hole, perfectly fitting.

Want to cut in line?

No way!

Jiang Mu looked up at the sky and felt a deep sense of powerlessness wash over her.

Indeed, the end of the universe is where the government works!

Could the mastermind behind this cultivation system be Brother Qilu?