Chapter 5: The Fish Leaps Over the Dragon Gate
The enormous lightning shattered the surrounding peaks
"I dare not, I dare not," Yu Duxiu quickly waved her hand
Time is gradually passing, the torrential rain in the sky is intensifying, and the strong winds are lifting the smaller surrounding stones, sending them flying through the air
With a loud splash, the carp spirit's tail struck the surface of the water fiercely, and using the force of the rebound, it soared into the air, heading towards the Dragon Gate.
In the next moment, under the astonished gaze of Yu Duxiu, a face covered in scales, with antlers and whiskers, and eyes the size of a light bulb, slowly emerged from the Dragon Gate
Upon hearing this, Yu Duxiu realized that what Jin Lin said was indeed true. He was well aware of his own physical condition; from childhood to adulthood, he had never eaten well, and even meat was a rare occurrence. He had survived all these years by relying on wild vegetables, so it was indeed surprising that his body could be in any good shape.
"The Dragon" Yu Duxiu exclaimed in surprise
The carp spirit looked at Yu Duxiu with a strange gaze, as if scrutinizing him, and an odd atmosphere circulated between the two.
I humbly request, though I do not dare to impose, that despite the simplicity of my humble abode, I hope that you, my elder brother, will not look down upon it
Then, one could see the dragon's head gradually emerging, followed by two claws, the dragon's body, two hind legs, and a tail
The brocade-scaled being has survived the tribulation of the immortals, and at this moment, even with an immortal body, he is filled with emotion: "The grace of saving my life is greater than that of heaven, and the grace of helping me attain the Dao is even greater than the grace of saving my life. Not only have you saved my life, but you have also given me the opportunity to attain the Dao. If you do not mind, there is no need to call me any great immortal; just call me elder brother."
It is like the relationship between a person and a pig; one can call each other brothers verbally, but can they truly be brothers in reality
In the rivers, countless fish gather in this place, and numerous fish and shrimp leap into the air, eager to jump into the Dragon Gate and transform into true dragons
The immortal, overlooking all beings, residing high in the heavens, commanding the fates of countless lives, is of such nobility. Yet, they deliberately lower their status to befriend others, calling them brothers and sworn friends. If there were no ulterior motives in this, who would believe it
This true dragon stretches for a thousand zhang, weaving through the clouds, while the heavy rain in the sky pours down like a bucket being spilled, transforming the world into a curtain of water
The man, seeing this, ceased his actions, then clasped his hands in a fist and said: "I am Jin Lin, and I have yet to inquire about your esteemed name."
Upon hearing this, Jinlin pondered for a moment, then clapped his hands in praise: "Yudu Xiu, a splendid name, a noble ambition, destined to possess the grandeur of standing out alone"
"Great kindness is not spoken of in thanks. In the future, you shall be my benefactor. I will surely guide you onto the path of cultivation, helping you understand the great principles of heaven and earth, in order to repay today's kindness." The carp spirit suddenly bowed to Yu Duxiu, then looked up at the Dragon Gate above: "My benefactor, please wait a moment. Once I have crossed the Dragon Gate and transformed into a true dragon, I will come to repay your kindness."
Yu Duxiu is indeed a novice in cultivation. Although he is aware of the power of immortals, he does not understand the status of immortals in the realm of cultivation. If someone were to learn that Yu Duxiu is on brotherly terms with an immortal, they would surely scold him for his ignorance of the vastness of the heavens and the earth.
Upon thinking of this, Yu Duxiu finally felt a slight sense of relief. However, she still maintained a degree of vigilance towards her cheap elder brother. No matter how one puts it, an immortal, regardless of their disregard for face, would not refer to a mortal as a brother in a casual manner, even when seeking to repay a kindness.
Looking at this frail figure, swaying precariously in the wind and rain, with a dim aura of vitality, it is evident that the foundation is not very strong. It is truly hard to believe that this seemingly insignificant creature has saved me
Yet, the giant dragon's body continuously compressed, and after a series of transformations, a handsome young man with an imposing presence stood amidst the clouds, gazing down upon all living beings. Wherever his gaze fell, the grass and trees bowed their heads, and all beings worshipped.
Even though this large group of fish before us consists merely of ordinary mortal fish, once they leap over the Dragon Gate, they can naturally transform into true dragons and awaken their intelligence
Yù Dúxiù stated: "There is no path to seek the Dao, I have merely practiced some martial arts haphazardly."
Unfortunately, at this time, Yu Duxiu was still naive and did not understand the concept of "immortal." It was not until Yu Duxiu truly joined a major sect and met the ancestral master that he realized what an immortal truly was, almost indistinguishable from the sages of his previous life
"It was you who saved me," the carp spirit said coldly
In the Four Seas, the Dragon King of the Four Seas appeared visibly excited: "Hahaha, hahaha, from the beginning of creation until now, time is immeasurable. Up to today, our dragon clan has once again gained a true dragon. Our dragon clan is flourishing, and heaven favors our dragon clan!"
Jin Lin fell silent for a moment and said: "Your physical constitution is fundamentally weak; your growth and development lack sufficient good medicine. It is one thing not to have established a solid foundation, but it is even more regrettable that you have incurred some losses. If this continues, there will be no hope for the Great Way"
Yu Duxiu quickly stepped aside, not daring to accept the bow from this man. The person before him was a celestial being, a supreme immortal. To receive such a bow would unjustly diminish his own fortune.
This is naturally not a challenge for me, merely a foundation. I have my own ways to establish a foundation for my esteemed younger brother. Do not worry, esteemed younger brother; it would be best for us to find a place to sit down and have a good conversation.
The longing for Longmen is an inherent instinct belonging to all members of the dragon clan, and it cannot be deprived.
The only explanation is the ability to resolve one's own penalties.
The Master of the Heavens, you look at me, I look at you, gazing at the Dragon Gate suspended in the void, no one speaks, and no one would offend an immortal for no reason, especially an immortal of the Dragon Clan
Yet, the carp spirit, with just a single breath, broke through all obstacles and leaped into the Dragon Gate, disappearing without a trace, leaving only the slightly illusory Dragon Gate suspended in the void
The man stepped forward to Yu Duxiu, bowed, and said: "I have come to pay my respects, benefactor"
Yu Duxiu was greatly pleased upon hearing this; having an immortal as a backing would surely lead to a smooth path ahead. However, one must still maintain a certain modesty. After a brief moment of hesitation, he lowered his head and bowed, saying: "I have met you, elder brother"
After speaking, Jin Lin looked up and down at Yu Duxiu and said, "I see that there is a lingering aura of the mortal world around you, yet you have not practiced cultivation?"
Yu Duxiu smiled and said: "Please do not refer to me as 'Your Excellency'; I am merely fortunate to be in this situation. I am Yu Duxiu."
Hahaha, good, good, good, I have cultivated for countless years, yet I did not expect to gain a brother recently
"Hahaha, it is of no concern. As cultivators, what calamities have we not witnessed? How could we be bothered by the environment?" Jin Lin laughed heartily
It seems that Jinlin has noticed Yu Duxiu's embarrassment and said, "It is of no concern. I am different from these fish and shrimp; having awakened my intelligence and shed my mortal form, I am no longer of the same kind. One must understand that the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas do not know how many fish and shrimp they consume daily, so my dear brother need not worry about it."
Stop! With a gentle command from the man, the torrential rain in the sky came to an immediate halt, and the dark clouds above began to disperse.
Looking at the carp in his hand, Yu Duxiu thought to himself: "Regardless of what this brocade-scaled fish is thinking, since the other party is my dear elder brother, I should try to extract as many benefits as possible from him; such an opportunity must not be missed"
Yu Duxiu looked at the strange large head and took a moment to collect himself: "If nothing unexpected happens, it should be me."
As they chatted leisurely, Yu Duxiu's thoughts kept swirling. This brocade-scaled creature was a celestial being, while she was merely a mortal. The disparity between them was as vast as that between mud and the sky, one soaring in the heavens and the other grounded on the earth, the gap was too great
Yu Duxiu felt somewhat relieved upon hearing this. Previously, the leap of the fish over the dragon gate had attracted a large number of fish, and with just a sweep of a wooden bucket in the river, three or four fish were caught and placed into the bucket: "Today is a bountiful harvest"
The thought of "the transformation of the dragon has succeeded" inexplicably appeared in Yu Duxiu's mind
After speaking, the carp spirit suddenly took a deep breath, causing countless river waters to surge up around it, all being drawn into its mouth. In the next moment, a waterfall appeared in the void, and the carp spirit floated amidst the torrent of the waterfall
Three hours later, a clear dragon's roar echoed throughout the heavens and all realms, and all beings fell silent
A tremendous roar echoed, causing the heavens to tremble slightly
Seeing Yu Duxiu's hesitant expression, Jin Lin said: "The grace of saving a life is greater than that of heaven. If you refuse, it would mean you do not regard me highly and look down upon me, Jin Lin"
However, regarding this intrigue, Yu Duxiu has also gained some insight. The ability to control that black chain and to escape from a great calamity—could it be that Jin Lin values this ability of mine, hence the willingness to lower himself to establish a connection with me
With a smile from Jinlin, the two walked towards the home of Yu Duxiu
The cloud follows the dragon, the tiger follows the wind
The only explanation is that it is as such; Yu Duxiu believes that there is nothing worthy of the other party's admiration. If the other party has any intentions towards him, wouldn't it be straightforward to kill and seize treasures? It must be understood that the strength of the two is vastly different, leaving no room for Yu Duxiu to resist.
Truly, having survived the tribulation and achieved the status of a supreme immortal, even one who has just attained immortality possesses powers that are beyond the comprehension of the mundane world
Yu Duxiu felt anxious in her heart, knowing that demons were often heartless beings. She silently prayed that this carp spirit would not go mad and swallow her whole.
Yu Duxiu put away the fishing gear in the distance, then his body stiffened as he suddenly remembered that this brocade scale was the transformation of a carp, and eating fish was equivalent to consuming the same kind as the brocade scale.
Yu Duxiu smiled awkwardly and said: "I dare not, there are so many powerful beings in the heavens, how could I possibly stand out alone? It is merely a name given by my parents, and it would be inappropriate to change it. I hope the great immortal will not take offense."
"I wonder if my elder brother has any methods?" Yu Duxiu looked at her cheap elder brother, thinking that if he could be of use, she would take advantage of it; otherwise, it would be a waste.