Lu Li wasn't the only one with such thoughts.
After obtaining the foundational cultivation technique, the Five Elements Art, and a first-tier spirit ore from Lu Li, the entire National Security was in an uproar.
To be precise, it was primarily the Research Department that was most excited.
The researchers and a group of academicians, temporarily transferred under confidentiality agreements, were all thrilled beyond measure.
Everyone plunged into the laboratories, with various testing machines taking turns.
The quantum computer directly inputted the entire ancient text.
Detailed annotations were projected onto the large screen.
A 3D simulation was quickly established.
"Director Li, the research on the cultivation technique and the spirit ore is being conducted simultaneously."
"And we've already made some preliminary discoveries."
Outside the transparent glass of the laboratory, Li Yuanchao stood with his hands behind his back, watching the busy personnel inside.
Listening to the report beside him, he was somewhat surprised.
He hadn't expected progress to be made in just a few hours.
"What discoveries? Can it be efficiently purified as Comrade Lu Li mentioned?"
"Well... not quite there yet."
The staff member beside him was slightly embarrassed.
But quickly adjusted his tone and reported excitedly.
"However, we've discovered that this so-called cultivation technique isn't mysterious at all!"
"Oh? How so?"
Li Yuanchao was intrigued.
Which citizen of Great Xia wouldn't be interested in cultivation?
If those legendary stories of flying and escaping, and immortality were to become reality, no one could resist such temptation!
"We used the country's most advanced quantum computer for analysis and annotation, and found that this cultivation technique... the Five Elements Art, resembles a kind of mathematical formula!"
"Mathematical formula?"
"Exactly! It's a mathematical formula, and spiritual power... is the answer. As for the spiritual root mentioned by Comrade Lu Li... it's like the ability to solve the problem."
The staff member spoke rapidly, making a series of comparisons.
The technology of Great Xia in 2099 was much more advanced than in previous years.
Although they couldn't fully understand this cultivation technique, they could completely deconstruct it using mathematical formulas.
"Since we haven't yet mastered the means to harness the spiritual energy in the air, the professors in the Research Department are attempting to simulate the operation of the technique using quantum computers."
"Some cultivation techniques might be mysterious, but this foundational Five Elements Art isn't complex. Some meridian pathways can even be found in traditional Chinese medicine texts!"
"With the capabilities of quantum computers, we can completely simulate the characteristics of spiritual power using virtual data, integrate the functional model of the spiritual root, and input the operational circuit of the technique."
"This way... we can virtualize a cultivation process that is extremely close to reality!"
"It's estimated that we'll soon be able to fully decipher its secrets!"
"Good!"
Hearing the report's conclusion, Li Yuanchao's eyes lit up.
He was undoubtedly very curious about the mysteries of the cultivation civilization.
Even a glimpse, even a preliminary understanding, would be a tremendous shock for the entire Great Xia.
It might even change the entire landscape of Blue Star!
Thinking of this, Li Yuanchao's attention intensified.
"Notify everyone, to strengthen the research and contact work with the otherworldly civilization..."
"All personnel involved in related departments are to be reassigned, no longer existing as separate departments."
"Instead, a new team will be formed on-site."
"All resources of the bureau should fully support the new team's work..."
"The team name will use the old code name... Team 749."
"Yes... yes! Understood!"
Hearing the order, the staff member quickly ran off to announce this significant news.
The news of forming Team 749 quickly spread throughout National Security.
Causing quite a stir...
Seven days is not a short time.
For Lu Li, it felt even longer.
Sharing a room with a group of miscellaneous workers, he couldn't use the Azure Gold Spirit Ore for cultivation.
He could only painstakingly absorb the thin spiritual power from the air.
His cultivation showed no signs of progress.
Sometimes he even doubted... if he was cultivating a fake immortality...
"Sigh... at this speed, without external assistance."
"Relying solely on cultivation, who knows how long it will take to break through."
After completing a cycle, Lu Li slowly opened his eyes.
Feeling somewhat helpless, he walked out of the wooden house.
"I wonder how Director Li's research is going..."
"With the capabilities of Great Xia in 2099, can they efficiently purify the spirit ore..."
Lu Li looked up at the sky, his thoughts flickering.
Although the Azure Gold Spirit Ore was just a low-tier artifact refining material.
Its spiritual power was quite mixed, and its composition complex.
Only artifact refining cultivators or the legendary Foundation Establishment cultivators could fully refine it for other uses.
Those like him, Qi Refining workers, could only absorb a small amount of mixed spiritual energy to enhance their cultivation.
Although this practice wasn't officially sanctioned by the sect, it was tacitly allowed.
After all, the workers' cultivation was low, and they couldn't absorb much, just a superficial amount...
"Legend has it that there is an item in this world called a Spirit Stone, a true treasure of spiritual power crystallization."
"Both Foundation Establishment and Qi Refining cultivators can fully absorb it, greatly benefiting their cultivation."
"If only I could obtain such an item... with a Spirit Stone to support me, I could quickly break through..."
Lu Li sighed inwardly, becoming more and more eager for power.
And just as he was lost in thought.
A strong wave of spiritual power suddenly rose from the distant mountain peaks.
Even from afar, Lu Li could feel the terrifying surge of energy!
"This is..."
Before he could react.
A mountain peak suddenly shone with golden light.
A dark figure broke through the clouds, hovering in the air with a rumbling sound.
Immediately, a clear voice rose from the mountains.
"Congratulations to Daoist Master Bai Yi on becoming a True Monarch!"
"Congratulations to Daoist Master Bai Yi on becoming a True Monarch!"
"Congratulations to True Monarch Bai!"
"......"
The congratulatory voices echoed like waves throughout the Qingchi Sect.
Causing Lu Li's eyes to widen suddenly.
"A True Monarch... someone has broken through to True Monarch!"
"A lifespan of five hundred years, Golden Core Stage..."
"Hiss!"
For the first time seeing such a grand cultivation, Lu Li couldn't help but gasp.
In the eyes of a Qi Refining cultivator, a Golden Core True Lord was almost indistinguishable from a deity.
Besides the display of longevity, their methods and power were terrifying.
Even from such a distance, Lu Li could feel the sharp aura.
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It was truly frightening.
"Daoist Master Bai Yi..."
"Also surnamed Bai... is it a coincidence... or could it be..."
Thinking of this, Lu Li shivered with a sudden realization.
He wasn't a fool, and he vaguely guessed the true identity of this Daoist Master Bai Yi.
"Bai Yi..."
"Could it be related to Bai Sheng's family?"
"Is this the 'elder' behind the 'younger'?"
Lu Li's pupils contracted violently.
The country's analysis was indeed professional.
In the cultivation world, any slight change or decision could cause a huge stir or a series of chain reactions.
He had to be cautious, extremely cautious.
"Hmm... from now on, any decision must be carefully considered."
"It's best to let the country analyze the risks, avoid them in advance, and stay steady."
"After all... my life is extremely important to the country."
"For the sake of Great Xia... I must hold on!"
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