“Is fate not sufficient?!”


    Sara’s brow furrowed at these unexpected words. She couldn’t help but exim, “Master, why isn’t fate enough?!”<fn3e7f> Checktest chapters at FιndNovel</fn3e7f>


    Meng Changsheng (Willie the 1st) replied with a calm demeanor, “Your journey into the Tao is still in its early stages. There are concepts you have yet to grasp, like the ideas expressed in the Book of Changes. In time, you will realize that each person possesses multiple fates, and fate itself is the cornerstone of everything.” Sara, taken aback, inquired, “Master, what exactly is fate? Is it our character?”


    “Fate serves as the foundation of a person’s existence,” Meng Changsheng (Willie the 1st) exined. “Specifically, fate can be understood through the heavenly stems and earthly branches, or through the essence of creatures.”


    “Everyone’s fate aligns with the heavenly stems and earthly branches. At best, it resembles an extreme Liming grid. However, if you wish to defy the heavens, you need to possess at least a tiger grid and a python grid; ideally, a dragon grid.”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    “The higher your fate, the smoother your cultivation journey will be, and the better your chances of altering your destiny against the odds.”


    As he spoke, Meng Changsheng (Willie the 1st) sighed, “My own fate is that of a unicorn. While it is indeed powerful, it still falls short if I truly wish to change my fate against the heavens.” Sara, intrigued, asked, “Then, what kind of fate is sufficient?”


    “Long Ge is merely a novice in this realm, yet even he is only eligible to change his destiny against the heavens. The true contenders for altering their fate are those who excel in Long Ge.” Meng Changsheng (Willie the 1st) paused momentarily before adding, “If you possess the fate of ascending the dragon, your chances of sess will significantly increase.”


    Sara eagerly questioned, “Master, what about the fates of my brother and me?”


    Meng Changsheng (Willie the 1st) responded matter-of-factly, “Both you and Aasif are of the tiger fate, which is the lowest rank among those who practice the Tao. While it may not be overly challenging for you two to embark on the Tao, aspiring to go far is akin to chasing a dream. The elixir I provided is the opportunity I am granting you.”


    With a dejected expression, Sara asked, “Master, is it because my brother and I are unworthy that you don’t wish to offer us further assistance? The Qing forces outside have nearly unified the Central ins, and we feel weaker by the day. Without stronger skills and magical tools, aplishing the great task of resisting the Qing Dynasty seems impossible…”


    Meng Changsheng (Willie the 1st) smiled gently and replied, “Sara, my lifetime of knowledge and treasured magical tools have already been predetermined. In the future, only those with fates greater than mine will have the opportunity to ess them. Whoever seeds in obtaining them will be my true inheritor.”


    Sara felt a wave of gloom wash over her; she hadn’t anticipated that her master was nearing the end of his life. His harsh words left her feeling undeserving of inheriting his skills and magical artifacts. The elixir seemed like a small constion inparison.


    Her heart sank further as gratitude towards Meng Changsheng (Willie the 1st) evaporated, leaving behind a potent mix of resentment and frustration.


    Yet, she kept her feelings hidden, not daring to express her inner turmoil in front of him.


    At that moment, Meng Changsheng (Willie the 1st) produced a ring, handing it to Aasif. “Aasif, you are a person of integrity and righteousness, but your inherent kindness might lead to suffering in the future. This ring is a token of my goodwill. I no longer have use for it, so I pass it on to you as a teacher. If you can unravel its mysteries before time runs out, you might extend your life by another five hundred years, just like I have.”<h3 ss="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center" id="chapter-list"><strong></strong>