"The sac in the stomach of the big carp contains the Qi of the five metals. When it dies, it will return and cannot be taken by outsiders.
Its scales and armor are like the fine iron of a divine weapon, making it difficult for swords to damage it.
Its flesh and blood contains majestic blood and energy, and its food is a great supplement.
As he crossed the dragon gate, all the energy from the five metals returned to his flesh and blood and scales, and his strength was exhausted. "
Zhuang Sheng seemed to have known about the scene in front of him for a long time. At this time, he spoke slowly, and every word seemed to convict Da Li.
When forced to a dead end, the big carp will exhaust the metal energy in his body and merge it with his own body. The already extraordinary scales will become even better due to the nourishment of the metal energy.
A big carp is difficult to catch, even for those who practice dirty martial arts, it is difficult to catch it in the water.
It is precisely because of this that big carps become more and more expensive.
Every fifteen years, the sight of a carp leaping over the Dragon Gate is not only a mundane spectacle, but also a carnival.
Fishermen would join forces to catch the big carp in order to earn a lot of money, warriors would like to use its flesh and blood to increase their energy and blood, soldiers would want the scales of the big carp to make armor, and even the emperor would want to win over the big carp. The jackpot symbolizes catching a dragon.
The big carp that was the first to cross the dragon gate probably couldn't figure it out. They finally succeeded in crossing the high mountain obstacles after trying their best, but what awaited them was not a smooth road at all.
This carp leaping over the dragon's gate really begins when the first big carp actually crosses the dragon's gate.
Of those people waiting here, how many of them really want to see the wonderful scenery?
I'm afraid there are very few.
In the endless river, the big carp was killed.
When it flew over the dragon gate, it had clearly screamed, and its sound was vast and broad, just like the roar of a dragon.
But when it was besieged by warriors and the iron chains penetrated its body, it clearly crossed the river several times while struggling.
But he didn't scream again, nor did he warn his tribe.
Maybe it also knows that if it crosses the Dragon Gate, some of its kin will die, but if it doesn't cross the Dragon Gate, all of its kin will end badly.
"Every man is innocent, but he is guilty of carrying a jade."
Witnessing everything in front of him, Gu Dan's expression was indescribably ugly.
To ordinary people, the big carp is full of treasures.
For this reason, there is no need for any other reason to wait in secret and ambush.
So for immortality, what about immortality?
Gu Dan took a deep breath.
This can't be regarded as hurting others, it can only be regarded as self-pity.
The Immortal. The Immortal!
For this reason, one cannot be too cautious.
He no longer looked at the carnival among the crowd, but looked down at Longmen Mountain.
There, there are still many big carps working hard, even vying for the first place.
They didn't know what happened to the first big carp that crossed the dragon gate, but that excited scream seemed to inject new vitality into the big carp that was still working hard.
Not long after, a new big carp successfully jumped over the dragon gate.
It was the same scene of sky fire burning its tail, but Gu Dan's eyes were no longer happy for it, but only filled with deep sadness.
As expected, even if the second big carp does not count as the jackpot, it is extremely valuable in itself, and there is no reason to let it go.
Even the onlookers were excited at this time.
"Quickly capture it, there's another one!"
"This one looks more seriously injured. Although it's not a jackpot, it's still worth a lot of money. Jump down and catch it!"
"The one who swims the fastest is the famous Iron Hero in the Waves, right? His skills are really extraordinary!"
Even if you don't watch, various sounds can be heard around you, and a group of spectators are particularly excited.
It seems that for them, the spirit and efforts of the big carp themselves are far less powerful than the feeling of getting a huge harvest if they just take action at this time - even if they are not the ones who reap the rewards, being able to see it with their own eyes seems to be the same as having it. Rong Yan.
"Why don't you go down and catch the big carp?"
Tired of hearing this, Gu Dan turned his eyes to the middle-aged man aside, who was the one who had previously given his daughter the jade pendant.
Gu Dan saw that his energy was almost complete, and if he wanted to join the competition for the big carp jackpot, he would obviously have a good chance.
"Um?"
The middle-aged man was stunned for a moment, and then said without hesitation: "I came here just to take my daughter to see the wonder of the carp leaping over the Dragon Gate, and to understand the spirit of it. As for the glory and wealth represented by the big carp, it can be seen everywhere, so it is nothing.
If you can get one or two of its spirit, it will be enough for your whole life. "
Gu Dan glanced at him twice.
Indeed, based on his strength, he should not lack anything in the world.
On the contrary, there are not many opportunities to educate daughters with wonderful scenery. In comparison, Da Li can also stay back a little.
"These people are so disgusting. The big carp worked so hard to leap over the dragon gate, and yet he was killed by them just like that!"
The little guy waved his fist at this time, his red sleeves fluttering, his voice was a little childish, but the dissatisfaction in his words could not be faked at all.
Gu Dan shook his head. Although he didn't like what he saw before him, he still said: "All spirits live between heaven and earth, and they have their own laws of movement. It is natural for living beings to seek survival. But seeking survival is not determined. Can he not die?"
This little girl's family is either rich or noble. Otherwise, no matter how talented she is, she would not be able to practice Zang at such an early age.
But maybe it's just this that makes her understanding of everything seem too simple.
After living a life of fine clothing and fine food for a long time, it is easy to lose sight of the dust and soil under your feet.
For those warriors who lack strength, this is a rare opportunity to make up for it; for those fishermen below who are ready to attack, this is a rare opportunity.
It was precisely because of this that Gu Dan did not act based on his own likes and dislikes.
The big carp is fighting for its own life, so why aren't people fighting for their own lives?
When the two meet together, it depends on who is more prepared and whose life is tougher.
While he was talking, a few more big carps flew over the dragon gate.
This time, he succeeded three times in a row!
It was precisely because three big carps flew across the dragon's gate in one breath that the warriors on both sides who were ready to attack were not enough.
Among the countless pursuits and interceptions, a big carp successfully evaded the surrounding encirclement and flew downstream.
The first big carp to escape the pursuit here appeared.
This seems to be an opportunity.
Immediately afterwards, one big carp after another flew over the dragon gate. The manpower to intercept them seemed to be far insufficient. With splashes of water, more and more big carps were successful, and those predators who were prepared could only watch helplessly. Watching one big carp after another move away from him.
Although there are more fishermen and preparations waiting for them downstream, as long as there are enough big carps that get through, there is always hope of escaping the encirclement.
It is certainly impossible for this group of people to intercept all the big carps, otherwise the spectacle of carps leaping over the dragon gate would not happen again and again in 'fifteen years'.
For those big carps that were killed, this was certainly a sudden disaster, but for the entire big carp group, it seemed to be nothing.
This situation of carp leaping over the dragon's gate lasted for a long time.
Until night has come, fortunately there is no cloud tonight and there is a moon. The cold moonlight is shining, and those who surrounded and suppressed the big carp finally stopped.
In the moonlight, large carps successfully flew across the dragon's gate, making it difficult for predators to detect their presence. The night became a cover. Even with the bright moon, the night became their greatest protection.
When the moon was at its zenith, Gu Dan had not heard the 'pop' sound of the big carp flying over the dragon gate for a long time.
But under Longmen Mountain, there are still dozens and hundreds of big carp wandering there, all of them are people who have been seriously injured.
This method of group relay allowed most of the big carps to cross Longmenkou. In the end, there will inevitably be some old, weak, sick, and disabled, or simply unlucky big carp.
Their scales were damaged, their flesh and blood were worn away, and their strength was exhausted. They were no longer able to continue challenging Longmenkou.
But for the entire big carp group, all this is very necessary.
Just like "cutting off the tail to survive", in the face of adversity and danger, you always have to give up something in exchange for greater vitality.
It's like he chose to remain anonymous in order to protect the secret of immortality.
While Gu was worried, he vaguely gained a new understanding.
"it's over."
This time Gu Dan didn't speak, so the middle-aged man spoke first, but he was talking to his daughter, "What did you see?"
"The carp leaping over the dragon gate is breathtaking."
The little girl said without hesitation.
Then after hesitating for a moment, she added: "However, when Da Li succeeded, he encountered the greatest danger."
"Ha ha!"
The middle-aged man was very happy, stretched out his hand and rubbed the little girl's head, and said: "Not bad, not bad, if you can have this understanding, this trip will be considered in vain.
This is why I often say, don’t be arrogant when you win, and don’t be discouraged when you lose!
For the first big carp to fly across the dragon gate, the seemingly victory in front of him does not mean that it is a good thing; but those big carps who fell below and did not fly over the dragon gate also luckily escaped death.
The victor has no bones left, but the loser can return along the way and pick up a life, but he cannot regain his strength without paying back.
If you understand this truth clearly, you will be able to truly understand what it means not to be arrogant when you win, and not to be discouraged when you lose. "
He obviously loved his gifted daughter very much and spared no effort in teaching her.
"The victory in front of you may be a disaster, and the disaster you think may be a blessing. Although people cannot see the overall situation, they must know how to keep their hearts in order not to lose balance."
The middle-aged man said again.
The little guy nodded in understanding, turned his eyes to Gu Dan and Zhuang Sheng, boldly approached a little closer, and asked, "What did you see?"
“All things compete.”
Zhuang Sheng's answer was very simple. It was not the first time for him to observe the scene of the carp leaping over the dragon gate, but every time he came, he seemed to have different feelings in his heart due to his different circumstances.
The scenery is still the same scenery, what changes is just the people watching the scenery.
"Where are you, big brother?"
The little girl turned her eyes to Gu Dan again and asked curiously.
She really wanted to hear what unusual thoughts this "legendary character" who resembled the story in the story would have when seeing this wonderful scene in the mortal world.
If you can learn a thing or two from it, it will be a great gain.
Although she is young, it does not mean that she is ignorant and ignorant about everything.
Gu Dan thought about it for a while, but did not want to dispel the little guy's positive thoughts, so he said: "A mountain of 100 feet can be crossed by a fish; a man can cross a majestic pass with a long road."
In terms of enthusiasm, the dangerous mountain obstacles that would have been impossible to overcome with a single big carp were indeed leaping over in front of everyone's eyes.
If only this spirit could be captured, it would indeed be a great blessing.
There are many difficulties and obstacles in this world, but there is no need to package them all for children. If hope is not planted when we are young, when will we wait?
"A mountain hundreds of feet long can be crossed by fish; a majestic pass can be crossed by a human being."
After chewing these words, the little girl didn't have much reaction, but the middle-aged man couldn't help but feel a hint of joy on his face.
As expected of a master, he didn't seem to say anything, but he gathered all the spirit together, discarding all the complicated things, and only intercepted the most precious thing from Liyue Longmen.
This is the legendary highest state of seeing mountains as mountains and water as water!
"I wonder where the two seniors will go next? If nothing happens, although there are no such wonders in Dingguo, there are still many beautiful places. Are you interested in some sightseeing, seniors?"
After hesitating for a moment, the middle-aged man finally asked.
From these two experts, he did not feel the inherent pride or even the obvious 'superior' attitude of many experts, so he dared to invite them at this time.
"I won't. After enjoying this wonderful scene, there is one more thing that needs to be done."
Gu Dan shook his head and declined his kindness.
Zhuang Sheng said: "Since the king of Dingguo needs the help of the first prize, I don't think it will be a happy land. I will not bother you if I am a wandering wild crane."
After being rejected one after another, the middle-aged man didn't seem too disappointed. He just handed over his hands and said: "In that case, I'll take my leave. You two, just say goodbye."
Dingguo is far away from here, and the mountains and rivers are far away, and the master naturally has no trace of his whereabouts.
It's not easy to meet someone by chance and have a good relationship. This time we say goodbye, I'm afraid we won't see each other again for a long time.
"The next time the carp leaps over the dragon gate, will you come to see it?"
On the contrary, it was the little girl, holding her father's big hand, who couldn't help but look back, pinched the beautiful jade hanging between her neck with her other hand, and asked.
"maybe."
Gu Dan said casually.
"Then it's agreed!"
But the little girl waved her hand and said innocently: "See you next time."
The two of them left slowly, one behind the other.
Gu Dan also stood up and said, "I want to find a pure place to practice, what about you?"
"I'm afraid it will be too lonely on my own, but I can also find some company."
Zhuang Sheng smiled and said, "But I'm afraid it's hard for me to get used to settling in a corner like Brother Kong, so I have to move around frequently."
"That's natural."
Gu Dan nodded.
After leaving Longmen Mountain, Gu Dan took out a map and finally chose an inaccessible place with rolling mountains.
The place is called Zhenchuan. Although it has mountains and rivers, it is not suitable for ordinary people to live. There are few plains, the geology is bad, and it is often difficult for earth dragons to turn over.
A dangerous environment that is uninhabitable for ordinary people is the perfect testing ground for him.
Now that he had seen the scene of the carp leaping over the dragon gate, he had to get down to business.
Refining Qi, refining acquired Qi!
(End of chapter)
