This is what an immortal should be like

Chapter 61 The Plasticity of Human Nature

Hearing Zhuang Lin's invitation, the four of them were stunned for a moment, still thinking about their nostrils and demonic energy, and then they immediately reacted and subconsciously looked at the people around them.

Then someone was the first to react and immediately stood up and saluted.

"We are willing to follow you, Senior!" "We are willing to go with you, Senior!"

"Me too!" "Same here!"

The others also agreed. They would love to have the opportunity to follow such a great man and fight for justice together!

"Well, you're quick to respond, you're brave!"

Zhuang Lin praised him like this, and the four people who were saluting had already aroused the passion of the martial arts world among each other, and now they were even more excited.

"Since our seniors think highly of us, we must not lose face!"

"That's right. I'm grateful for your appreciation, Senior. I was just worried about having nowhere else to go. I will do my best!"

"It's fine as long as you don't mind us being a burden!" "Not bad, not bad, senior, you are very capable. We have to take care of you, hahahaha!"

"Besides, with our seniors here, what do we have to fear?" "Yeah, hahaha, maybe we can make a name for ourselves in the martial arts world!"

Zhuang Lin raised the corners of his mouth slightly, but he hadn't finished what he wanted to say. These people probably didn't know the dangers of the so-called demon removal at all, and there was no room for struggle or hesitation in their minds, so he restrained his smile and poured cold water on them.

"Is it?"

Although Zhuang Lin's voice was calm, it overwhelmed the excitement of several people and made them subconsciously quiet down.

"What's wrong, senior?" "Do you have any other requests?" "We are just joking, and we have no intention of using your power to gain fame."

"Yes, senior, please don't blame us. We were a little outspoken. We will be more careful next time!"

Zhuang Lin smiled and shook his head.

"You've misunderstood. I'm not one to be petty. I just saw you guys were so overjoyed and I'm afraid you don't understand the dangers involved. To avoid regrets in the future, I'm saying this!"

Zhuang Lin didn't pause for long while speaking. He just looked at the river surface and continued.

"I came to Wuling at the perfect time. You saw me slaying the demon and thought it was easy. Little did you know that I had the upper hand. This demon is of low cultivation and has old injuries, so it's easy to deal with."

"But they may have already become powerful, and are definitely not comparable to the monsters this time."

Unconsciously, Zhuang Lin's tone became a little colder and more subdued, and even made the four people around him feel a slight pressure, very slight, but with a feeling of difficulty breathing.

"So-called demons awaken their intelligence and cultivate through the spiritual energy of heaven and earth. They are neither absolutely good nor evil, but this time we are dealing with true, bloodthirsty demons. Each one has harmed countless people and possesses its own magic. Even Zhuang would be in for a near-death experience."

Zhuang Lin withdrew his gaze from the river, and then looked at the four people around him one by one.

At this moment, Zhuang Lin's tone wasn't just threatening; the wooden sword in his hand emanated a subtle murderous aura, which strained the four people's minds, stirring fear within them and causing them to harbor hallucinations.
This can be considered a simple application of illusion, and it was not an illusion created by Zhuang Lin.

It is because it is difficult for ordinary people to maintain a state of mindlessness and emptiness, and it is even more difficult for them to not follow their thoughts. Therefore, as long as they are given a lead, they will fill in the illusions themselves, thus giving rise to illusions in their hearts.
Although Zhuang Lin was well aware that his foundation was insufficient, to some extent, he also had a high opinion of himself.

Just like the use of this illusion method, although it is still very simple, Zhuang Lin believes that the illusion generated by the mind is the foundation of the great way of illusion, and is better than the illusion that is deliberately fabricated.

"For example, if Zhuang hadn't shown up this time, what would have happened if the four of you had faced that thing alone?"

The four people subconsciously followed this possibility after hearing the simple words. They had seen the giant monkey and fought with it before. If Senior Zhuang had not been in the Ten Mile Pavilion that day,
The demon appeared and the four people fought in fear, wounded and screaming, and defeated them one by one.
The four of them had unconsciously formed their own reasonable imaginations. Some of them had beads of sweat on their faces, some of them had lips trembling slightly and their faces were pale, and some of them were breathing rapidly.
Zhuang Lin was originally a person at the realm of real person. When he cast a spell to touch people's nose orifices in advance, he also touched the spiritual perception of ordinary people. In addition, ordinary people were not on guard against him, so the effect of the illusion in their hearts was unexpectedly good.

The Tai Chi Yin and Yang in Zhuang Lin's eyes turned, as if he could see through the fear in people's hearts. Judging from the reactions of the four people, it should be about the same.

"In that case, are you willing to go together?"

As Zhuang Lin finished speaking, the fantasies in the four people's hearts gradually subsided and returned to normal. Everything just now seemed very long, but when they recalled it again, it was just a momentary association.

But this time, compared to their previous eagerness to agree, the four of them seemed a little silent.

Some had even seen their own deaths, fighting to the death until the last man standing, only to be torn apart and devoured alive by the monster.
The four of them remained silent for a long time, and Zhuang Lin began to wonder if he had failed to control himself and gone too far.

Although he thought so in his heart, Zhuang Lin was not in a hurry. He just stood there quietly waiting for everything to be revealed. If even Lu Jing really retreated, there would be nothing to say and he would just turn around and leave.

After a long time, Lu Jing suddenly spoke.

"Senior, if you are not in a hurry, can you please forgive Lu for one day?"

"Do you want to think about it before deciding?"

Before Lu Jing opened his mouth, Zhuang Lin actually already knew his decision, because his luck was gradually showing signs of improvement, but he still asked this question deliberately out of doubt.

Hearing this, Lu Jing shook his head. "Senior, you are a master, you certainly wouldn't tease us. As you said, even you can't predict life or death. I'm afraid I won't be able to return. I still have a house and a few acres of land in Wuling. I want to dispose of it. It should only take a day at most!"

A smile appeared on Zhuang Lin's face. What a desperate move!
"Okay, Zhuang promises you!"

After hearing Lu Jing's words, the other three seemed to be moved one after another. Whether it was because they were excited or they couldn't let go of their pride, they all spoke again.

"I've already died once, so I've already made a profit! I'm going too!" "Me too!"

"That's right, and we all agreed to it before. It would be ridiculous to go back on our word now!"

Lu Jing also smiled. These three people came here to repay a favor, and today he felt that they were worthy of making friends with them!

Zhuang Lin showed a faint smile on his face. In fact, in his eyes, it was clear who among the four was truly sincere and who was a little far-fetched. Words could deceive fate, but it was certain that they were braver and more loyal than ordinary people.

Moreover, the so-called fate can also be changed!

Although the fear has been overcome, encouragement is also necessary.

As Zhuang Lin listened to the four people's bold words, his expression finally became solemn. He held the wooden sword and bowed to everyone.

"Even after ten years of drinking ice, my blood is still hot. I had no intention of meeting anyone on this trip, but I'm lucky enough to have met four of you. It's worth the righteousness of heaven and earth."

Zhuang Lin paused, his face calm but he looked at everyone seriously.

"Who says there's no chivalry in the world? There are still many of our generation!"

This sentence also seemed to resound in their hearts. The four of them were very emotional after hearing Zhuang Lin's words. The blood that had just cooled down due to the illusion in their hearts began to boil again.

"What the senior said is very good!" "People of our generation are still here!"

"Evil people and demons are all harmful to people, just kill them!"

"Damn it, Wuling is right this time. I'll be a hero even if I die!"

"Senior, let's drink!" "Yes, come on, let's drink. How can we live without wine at this moment?"

Several people excitedly picked up the wine jugs from the ground and even invited Zhuang Lin to drink with them.

From what Zhuang Lin saw at this moment, the luck of several people had brightened, and they had satisfied smiles on their faces.

The beauty of human nature also lies in its plasticity. As long as there is a little light at the beginning, it may be able to illuminate an area in the future!
Of course, this also applies to talented people with plasticity!
At this moment, Zhuang Lin naturally would not spoil the fun. He took the newly opened wine pot and clinked cups with the four people.

"Come, let's drink together!"
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After the heart-to-heart talk just now, the gap between Zhuang Lin and the four people was obviously reduced.

With the snacks on the ground, the five of them sat by the river, drinking and chatting, just like the lively atmosphere at the Shili Pavilion that night.

"Oh right, I was just thinking about what happened the night before yesterday. If it weren't for you, Senior, I would have been killed by the monster even if I was the last one left!"

"You think so too? But I'm not bad at this. I won't be ahead of you. I'll still fight it until I'm the last one standing!"

"Although I'm injured, I won't lose if I fight to the death. I have a good chance of killing it. After all, I've injured it before."

"Alas, Brother Lu, it hates you the most, and you are also the most dangerous. I think so in my heart. I fought until the last moment but still couldn't save you."

The four of them were chatting, and Zhuang Lin was left wondering whether to laugh or cry.

Although Zhuang Lin was the one who started the illusion in his mind, he had no idea what the four people were thinking specifically. He only knew that they were facing the fear in their hearts.

As a result, everyone thought that his martial arts skills were the best and that he would fight to the end. Then, while drinking, they started arguing about it until they were red in the face.

"Senior! Please give us your judgment!"

"Yes, senior, please judge for yourself!"

The four people who were arguing just now all looked at Zhuang Lin at once, causing him to pause slightly in his action of serving the wine. Then he looked at them meaningfully.

Wonderful, wonderful, and full of personality!
Well, that's a good opportunity to get a feel for your background!

"Hey, there's no point in arguing about who's better. Zhuang hasn't even seen you guys fight in person, so even if I tell you, you might not be convinced. Want to see the final say?"

Zhuang Lin raised the corner of his mouth slightly.

"Wouldn't we know after a fight? It would also let Zhuang see what you're capable of!"

(End of this chapter)