Chapter 004: Merit Box

In the evening, Guo Dalu chatted with Sun Wukong for a while. Although Sun Wukong no longer easily distributed red envelopes, he still gained much from listening to him discuss the Bodhi Sutra.

Understood, what is the exchange ratio between merit points and red envelopes?

It is a simple task, congratulations, does this mean you have mastered the Seventy-Two Transformations?

Which area would be better to visit in Xiang County tomorrow

In the past, when Sun Wukong sought to learn the path of immortality from Patriarch Bodhi, he encountered the well-established principle in the realm of cultivation that "the Dao is not to be lightly transmitted." Therefore, the Patriarch kept him in the cave for observation for six or seven years. During these years, he was only allowed to burn incense, practice writing, fetch water, and clean, without being taught any methods of cultivation.

As Guo Dalu anticipated, after seeing Uncle Guo Fengshou sell the watermelon to him, the others did not hesitate much and readily agreed to the transaction. This not only saved trouble but also alleviated concerns about the watermelons going unsold and spoiling at home, leaving no reason to refuse.

Sun Wukong: "Please check the [My Wallet] option first."

Uncle hesitated for a moment and said, "In that case, you go ahead and collect from the others first, and I will think it over."

The divination with the yarrow stalks immediately responded: [Wobei New District]

Guo Dalu: "Understood"

Guo Dalu exited the chat interface and clicked on [My Wallet]. He then saw a prominent [Merit Box] option appearing to the right of the [Bank Card] option, with the information [Merit Value: 0] displayed below the Merit Box.

Upon thinking of this, Guo Dalu felt every cell in his body dance with excitement

Of course, while excitement is natural, the merit points required for these super red envelopes are certainly astronomical figures, not easily accumulated. It is a matter of equivalent exchange, and the road ahead is long and arduous

Everything is evidently more ideal than he had planned

I, Sun Wukong, only came to understand this after studying the path of immortality. Any practitioner of Taoism, in addition to mastering the techniques of the Golden Elixir path, must also accumulate merit points and receive the blessings of faith; otherwise, the path of immortality will be difficult to sustain

Guo Dalu returned to the chat interface with Sun Wukong, gazing at the ID of "Sun Wukong" with fluctuating emotions.

"Which of Xiang County, Suji, and Suning cannot be sold?" Uncle waved his hand and said

Sun Wukong: "Indeed, you can simply choose the merit box as the payment method"

Sun Wukong appears to possess an innate wisdom; he serves his master diligently and patiently for six years. It is not until a certain day six years later that his master finally remembers to ask him what he wishes to learn

What is the Seventy-Two Transformations

This question just surfaced in my mind, and I immediately thought of that "divine herb"

Thus, are merit points equivalent to doing good deeds, similar to the saying that saving a life is better than building a seven-story pagoda

Sun Wukong: "Well, my brother Dalu, you should strive to accumulate merit points."

I see, are you saying that the process of sending merit points is the same as sending red envelopes

Qixian Fuluan is also a form of divination. It is said that by practicing this technique, one can communicate with deities and understand their intentions

Guo Dalu thought to himself while responding: "Sun Wukong's approach is no different from those apps that retain users with discounts and benefits, only to gradually increase prices later."

If you can harvest from your two acres, then of course I can harvest from my more than ten acres. It's not comparable, right?" Uncle said with a smile, his tone revealing a shrewdness that would not be easily deceived

Then, Uncle, please consider it again. By the way, Uncle, do you know if there are any processing factories in Qucheng?

Guo Dalu smiled noncommittally, then discreetly summoned the divination sticks, silently asking himself: What is Uncle thinking?

Should we also rent a car to transport it to Qucheng for sale to the processing factory? But which processing factory should we sell to? Perhaps we could let Dalu and the others try it out first? Or should we collaborate with Dalu?

It can be said that as long as one continues to diligently accumulate merit points in the future, it is highly likely to receive various super rewards such as the Eye of Insight, Seventy-Two Transformations, and Muscle Cloud among others

So, if I accumulate one hundred and fifty merit points, I can exchange them for a red envelope to invite the immortal to assist me

Indeed. In any case, you must remember that in the world of practitioners, to obtain something, you must pay the corresponding price; there is never such a thing as getting something for nothing

How else can it be sold

Guo Dalu nodded and said, "That is certainly the case, but uncle, have you and elder brother thought about where to sell the watermelons after harvesting them?"

Thinking of this, he immediately sent a message to Sun Wukong: "Wukong, the red envelope has been received, the gift is great, thank you! (smiling emoji)"

Processing plant? Then it needs to be moved to Qucheng

Finally, Guo Dalu asked Wukong: "If I earn merit points, how can I exchange them with you?"

Uncle, what do you think about this? First, sell me two trucks, and I will take them to Qucheng to try out. If I really find a big client, we can discuss raising the price or even partnering together. Don't you think so?

This conversation with Sun Wukong has completely confirmed Guo Dalu's identity. Indeed, he has now truly become a WeChat friend of Sun Wukong, and it is evident that after learning the Dao of Longevity, Sun Wukong has undergone a profound transformation in every aspect.

He originally intended to behave well, responding that he would learn whatever the old ancestor taught. However, for every subject the old ancestor proposed, he would reject it, and this "Art of Characters" was the very first subject that Sun Wukong refused.

After lunch, Wang Wenwu drove his Dajianghuai over, and in less than three hours, he loaded a truck.

So, is Uncle planning to retail

The answer quickly appeared in my mind

"I was just telling your elder brother yesterday that I was going to pick some watermelons..." Uncle said with his signature grin, then casually asked, "How many of you are there?"

This idea startled Guo Dalu greatly, as he added the real Sun Wukong as a friend...! ... What does this mean! This signifies that his scientific view and worldview must be completely overturned and rebuilt

After the message was sent, I felt an inexplicable tension in my heart; I am chatting with the future Monkey King!

The master's red envelope is indeed useful... However, Brother Dalu, in the future, I, Sun, will no longer be able to send you red envelopes at will. If you really need it, you will have to exchange it for merit points. This, Brother Dalu, can you understand?

After finishing the conversation with Sun Wukong, Guo Dalu began to consider the matter of selling watermelons in Xiang County tomorrow, as it was his first attempt and he chose not to go to Qucheng.

"Oh, you will know soon enough. By the way, I wanted to say that your red envelope is quite useful..." Guo Dalu tentatively remarked, hoping to find out if Sun Wukong might send him another one.

Guo Dalu: "... ..." The human heart is truly a marvelous thing; in just a fleeting moment, it can contemplate so many matters

At that time, not only will it allow my father to hold his head high in front of Uncle Ding and Uncle Wang, but it will also enable my grandfather to enter the Huang family in Chuzhou with great dignity.

Uncle pondered for a moment and immediately nodded in agreement

So what exactly is this red envelope about

Guo Dalu secretly admired: "Indeed, knowing oneself and knowing the enemy ensures victory in a hundred battles. The yarrow stalks are truly a divine herb!"

Guo Dalu nodded slightly

Guo Dalu stated: "We plan to treat retail as a minor aspect, while the major focus is on selling to processing factories"

Guo Dalu replied with a determined expression

Ah, it doesn't matter, I understand. By the way, what is a merit point?

After a while, Sun Wukong replied: "You are too kind; I should actually thank you. If it weren't for your reminder, I would never have been able to learn the way of immortality. (Sunglasses expression)"

Guo Dalu said: "I, along with Heiniu and Tiedan, have asked Wang Wenwu to drive. Uncle, your family has planted more than 10 acres of watermelons, are you still going to harvest them?"

Is it not someone playing a prank, but truly his real self?

Indeed, if constructing a first-level pagoda is worth 50 merit points, then saving a life is worth 350 merit points

Guo Dalu closed his eyes and silently said: "Divine herb, divine herb, since you can read minds and predict fortunes, please tell me where the best place to sell watermelons is tomorrow"

Remember!

The term "Shuzi Men"... Guo Dalu stared blankly at the introduction of "Zhe Zhi Cao," recalling that segment of the story in his mind

"We will set off for Xiang County at 5:00 AM sharp tomorrow morning," Guo Dalu said to Guo Tingkai, Guo Qing, and Wang Wenwu.

"How would I know? I haven't even heard of it." The eager expression on Uncle's face suddenly faded by half; it is completely unreasonable to collect watermelons when there is still no clue about the processing factory. The shelf life of watermelons after being harvested is quite limited.

Naturally, the more powerful the red envelope, the more merit points are required. For example, another item in the Shuzi Sect, 'Requesting the Immortal to Assist the Phoenix', requires one hundred and fifty merit points

After finishing breakfast, Guo Dalu went to his uncle's house. As the largest melon farmer in Guoqiao, securing his uncle's support would serve as a model, enabling him to advance with great momentum when facing other families.

In this way, Guo Dalu spent half a day capturing almost the entire Guoqiao Village