I am a living immortal.

Chapter 470: Transformation, Wei Ming

That's right, the old goat had already transformed, and it wasn't just a trick. His transformation was accomplished as silently as when he'd refined the horizontal bone. Of course, everyone present was powerful and could tell at a glance, so it wasn't exactly silent. The old goat simply didn't advertise it.

The others also appeared unsurprised. After all, the old goat's strength had already surpassed that of ordinary transformed demonic beasts. Calling him a great demon was an understatement; he was a formidable force capable of rivaling Yujiang. It was rather odd that he had only just transformed. Of course, his transformation hadn't significantly increased his own strength. While the transformation of a demonic beast typically marked a turning point, the power generated by the old goat's transformation pales in comparison to his own strength.

So no one paid any attention. Even the transformation thunder was merely routine, painless. This was probably the easiest transformation ever. The old goat's appearance after transformation was not much different from the one he had conjured up, only some of the superficiality had been removed, making it more realistic.

While his transformation didn't significantly increase his strength, it did undergo some changes in his mindset and form. For example, his obsession with fodder lessened with his human form. He shed his bestial nature, undergoing a comprehensive transformation from his genes to his mindset. Just like the red muntjac he encountered in the Cangji Swamp, he learned to craft spears and hunt—instincts etched into humanity from ancient times.

From chaos to civilization, from gathering to farming. Transforming into human form inevitably brings with it the shadow of ancient humanity. However, as can be seen from the changes in the old goat, this influence is not profound, nor does it make the demons in human form think of themselves as human. It can only be said that there is an impact, but it is not significant.

Su Mu found this fascinating. Completely transforming from one form into another, and then switching back and forth between the two. Knowing about it is one thing, actually seeing it is another. It's truly magical. But it's not easy to study. This is the most fundamental law of the world. The world's designated protagonist, so through subtle influence, all living things eventually converge into the human form.

The human form, however, is one of the most promising forms created by the innate gods, and it has emerged in this era. Transformed from the very origins of the world, it's uniquely endowed. This is based on the most fundamental structure of matter and life, the kind that would strike like lightning at the mere sight of it. Su Mu had no choice but to give up.

.........

With Xuan Mo's arrival, they didn't plan to stay here any longer. They prepared for a few days before heading back. Yan Dynasty, who knows what it has become. Wei Ming's letter showed that Yan State had officially entered a period of prosperity. And Wei Ming even thanked Su Mu in the letter. Nourished by the spiritual herbs and fruits Su Mu had provided, even though he was past the age of knowing his destiny, his face and body looked like those of a young man.

A closer look reveals that his black hair isn't as black as it once was, and there are even a few white hairs streaked among it. His face is also wrinkled, showing that time has left its mark. But in comparison, his peers already have white hair, and standing next to them looks like two generations apart. It can only be said that Wei Ming is simply aging slowly.

This wasn't surprising. Those in high positions knew far more secrets than the average person, having even seen immortals. Besides, they only aged slowly, not forever. Superstitious parlance would have it that they were blessed by heaven and earth. And Wei Ming, while envious, was a virtuous minister. He had no doubts.

Naturally, this bizarre scene caught the emperor's attention. The newly enthroned emperor commissioned the Demon Slayers to investigate. After all, he held a high position and was a veteran of two dynasties. Wei Ming knew the emperor was investigating him, but it wasn't just him. He had nothing to hide, anyway. Ultimately, the Demon Slayers found nothing, and could only chalk it up to a privileged position.

Wei Ming, on the other hand, was a man of integrity. He ate the spiritual tea and fruit Su Mu gave him without hesitation; he wasn't one to compromise himself. Others might be suspicious, so let them. He not only ate it himself, but also let Wei Zhao eat it. And not only did he let Wei Zhao eat it, but his sons also ate it. It was just that the others didn't know. If one person was blessed, what did it matter if the whole family was blessed? The only people who knew the truth were his wife and Wei Zhao, who noticed something was wrong. After all, his father would receive some fruits and vegetables every once in a while.

He'd been there since he was a child, but until now, he had no idea who had sent it. He'd asked his father about it, but his father assured him it was a friend, even teasing him about how he'd cried and clamored to get a goat as a child. Wei Zhao, embarrassed by the revelation, fled from his father's study.

He understood his father's character, so he didn't care. He didn't care, and neither did many in the Wei Mansion. It wasn't a valuable thing. Ultimately, it all came down to Wei Ming having a clear conscience. He had never considered immortality. When he died of old age, whether he lived to eighty or a hundred, as long as he died, everyone would think of it as a long life, nothing more.

Since he's dead, it's only natural that Wei Zhao and the others would live longer. Besides, it's not Wei Ming's decision whether one can live longer. Those spiritual fruits and vegetables are merely for strengthening the body, not panaceas. Life is unpredictable; if something unexpected happens, people are gone. So, Wei Ming lives a carefree life, enjoying life as it comes. He's not a pedantic person. And as he ages, he's becoming more like a mischievous old boy.

Wei Zhao could never have imagined his once stern father would become so. It all started when Wei Ming resigned as Minister of Justice. After that, Wei Ge Lao took on a relatively undemanding position. He had dedicated thirty years to the court and would continue to do so, though not to the point of devotion. His ambitions had been realized over those thirty years, and he had witnessed the birth of a prosperous era. The goal now lay in maintaining this prosperity, rather than the previous routine. Consequently, he became more relaxed in the court.

He was well-fed and well-off. Though he was honest himself, he couldn't match the wealth of Madam Wei. The shop and farm that came with her dowry were thriving, more than enough to support the entire family. Perhaps it was this clarity that made Wei Ming look so young. As the saying goes, appearance reflects the heart. Furthermore, as a veteran of two dynasties, he enjoyed the emperor's high regard and trust.