Ultra: Dragon Sword Journey

"In the North Sea there is a fish called Kun. Kun is so large that no one knows how many thousand miles it is. It transforms into a bird called Peng. Peng's back is so vast that no one knows how many thousand miles it is. When it flies in anger, its wings are like clouds drooping from the sky.

It really does look a bit like the description in Zhuangzi's "Xiao Yao You"! "Looking at the full picture of the Neptune God - Li Baiyasan displayed by Zhao Ming, Camilla couldn't help but murmured.

After listening to Camilla's recitation of "Xiao Yao You," Liang was mesmerized, as if he were in the story, and muttered to himself, "Is this the reflection of myth into reality? It turns out that what we create today was already foreseen by Taoist sages thousands of years ago."

Zhao Ming gave the two girls a detailed introduction, saying, "Zhuangzi can be said to be the epitome of Taoism. He inherited the essence of Laozi's thought, advocated following the laws of nature, and put forward the grand cosmological view that 'Heaven and Earth are born with me, and all things are one with me.'

His theory of the equality of all things dissolves the distinctions between them, arguing that right and wrong, life and death, noble and humble are all man-made definitions. Essentially, they should be "uniform," with the phrase "birth and death, death and life" revealing the impermanence of the world. The free and easy wandering quest for absolute spiritual freedom transcends worldly materialism, symbolizing a transcendental state through the gesture of "a great roc spreading its wings."

In a debate between Huizi and Xiang Liang, he wrote, "A young phoenix starts in the South Sea and flies to the North Sea; it will not stop unless it finds a phoenix tree, it will not eat unless it finds lian fruit, and it will not drink unless it finds sweet spring water." This reveals his unwavering pursuit of fame and fortune, his transcendent and detached nature.

"So, are you now considered a sage who has detached himself from the world?" Camilla glanced at Zhao Ming with a suspicious look.

Zhao Ming scratched his head and said with a smile: "I can't reach that state of forgetting the world and being detached from it. I'm fine with being an ordinary person. When pursuing power, I'm not greedy for money but I'm lustful."

His eyes swept over the two undulating peaks of Liang and Camilla. The Buddhist "Impermanence Sutra" said: "Appearance is determined by the mind." They have ignited the fire of their hearts and cultivated the five elements of energy, and now they have become more beautiful and attractive.

For Zhao Ming, after watching Kai Er Xing Tian, ​​he understood that greed, anger, and delusion were not evil forces. As long as one did not indulge in desires and did not indulge without limits, everything would be fine. The world is not simply black and white; there are many gray areas.

Lao Tzu proposed in the Tao Te Ching: "Knowing the white, keeping the black, is the model for the world", advocating that while distinguishing right from wrong (white), one should remain humble and tolerant (black), and use softness to overcome hardness.

On this basis, Mozi further proposed active participation in the world, emphasizing the selection of talented people and the unification of social values. Although he opposed active aggression, he would actively develop defensive technology.

What Zhao Ming has to do now is to use the ideas advocated by the Mohists to stand guard for TPC for the last time. Once everything is on track, he can pursue his own freedom with peace of mind.

Of course, it is absolutely impossible to be free from worldly desires, not even in this lifetime. In my previous life, I was single for most of my life because I didn't have the ability. If I don't find a few more beauties to accompany me in this life while I still have the ability, wouldn't it be a pity?

"You bad boy, can you please stop looking around like a thief?" After noticing Zhao Ming's burning gaze, Liang and Camilla put their hands in front of their chests and said angrily.

Zhao Ming chuckled, "Sorry, I just couldn't help myself." His life was just so comfortable. When he had something to do, he would fight the little monsters, and when he had nothing to do, he would tease the two beauties beside him...

Although the ocean is close to us, it, like the universe, is surrounded by countless mysteries and wonders. As a key component of the TPC's new frontier development program, the Ocean Research Center has built Triton J2, an underwater research base on the continental shelf at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean.

In the police chief's office, Zhao Ming and Zong Fang were watching a video. The underwater research base, with its three white hemispherical domes, stood out. After the base was activated, the facility was ablaze with lights and bustling with activity.

Zhao Ming watched the video and couldn't help but reveal a somewhat helpless expression. "Just how much do you like building bases on the seabed? Let's not talk about the previous one, which has already been converted into a diving base for the aviation headquarters, and here comes another one."

After hearing what Zhao Ming said, Zong Fang asked with some doubt: "Do you think there is any problem with this plan?"

Zhao Ming sighed and said, "Of course there are problems, and they're not small. The most realistic problem is the monster! We're thousands of meters under the sea. What if a monster appears?

Unless a high-powered Spacium cannon is installed here, ordinary weapons and equipment will be like a tickle to the monster."

Zongfang stroked his chin, frowning slightly, and fell into deep thought: "You do have some truth in what you said, but this base was built after multiple professional assessments. There should be corresponding plans to deal with monsters."

Zhao Ming shook his head firmly. "Evaluation is one thing, but the situation on the seabed is complex and ever-changing. No one can guarantee absolute safety. Furthermore, the power of monsters is unpredictable. If a powerful monster really attacks, it would be difficult to resist relying solely on this seemingly simple base."

Zong Fang was silent for a moment, as if pondering Zhao Ming's words. Finally, he nodded, "Well, you're right. Just to be on the safe side, it would be better to have the Super Victory Team conduct an on-site inspection."

Otherwise, if a monster accident occurs, thousands of meters deep under the sea, let alone research, I'm afraid we won't be able to find even a hair."

The Super Victory Team decided to send Vice Captain Koda as a representative to conduct a field survey of the underwater base, Triton J2. Coincidentally, the person in charge of this underwater base was none other than Fujikura, Koda's good friend from their Super Victory Team training.

When Koda arrived at the underwater base, Fujikura greeted him warmly. The two embraced each other, their long-lost friends. Fujikura then took Koda on a tour of the base, explaining the various infrastructure facilities in detail as they walked.

Through the glass porthole, Koda gazed at the underwater snowflakes flying up and down and dancing in the sea water outside the window, and a feeling of emotion welled up in his heart.

"I never thought," he exclaimed, "that thanks to your efforts, the ocean base has actually become a reality. You're truly amazing!"

Standing next to Koda was a man in a dark blue combat uniform, leaning on a cane. He smiled slightly at Koda's words, a hint of nostalgia evident in his expression.

"Haha, not bad, huh?" he responded. "This is a beautiful sight you can only see here! Honestly, even I can't believe it. The facility I designed has finally been realized on the seabed today."

Koda patted his friend's shoulder, feeling genuinely happy for him.

"You said that as long as people have a strong will, they can realize their dreams." Koda said, "Look, you did it!"

At this moment, the intelligent assistant suddenly issued an urgent notice: "Attention, attention... Member Koda of the Super Victory Team, please arrive at the launch center ten minutes before leaving the base."

Upon hearing the news, Koda looked at his watch and realized that time was running out.

"The time is almost up, so I won't see you off," said Fujikura.

"It's okay, I'll come again. This is TPC's underwater research institute after all. I'm really happy to have your hospitality. Goodbye!" Koda laughed and after the two shook hands, he waved goodbye to Fujikura.

Koda hurried back to headquarters, carrying the survey data he had obtained from the underwater research base. He had just placed the data on Munakata's desk, and before he had time to sit down and have a sip of water, the alarm communication equipment between the police station and the Super Victory Team began to sound rapidly.

"Emergency! Emergency! Triton J2 is under attack by a massive creature!" A piercing alarm echoed through the office, and the atmosphere instantly became tense. Upon hearing the news, Koda rushed to the command center without a moment's rest...