The Path to Immortality: Starting with an Analysis of Basic Concepts

If you could only read one fantasy novel in your life, it would probably be "The Path to Immortality: Starting with Analyzing Basic Concepts".

"Junior Brother Yulou, you're too kind."

Zhu Yu sheathed his sword, nodded with a smile, his gaze lingering for a moment on the words "rough yet meticulous," before asking curiously:

"I wonder what the effects of Junior Brother Yulou's divine words are?..."

Yu Lou was slightly taken aback. When he sensed the "popularity" gathering around him, which was about to fall, he instantly understood why Zhu Yu had asked that question. This was clearly because he thought that he had not used the effect of the divine word "rough but meticulous" and was deliberately making a name for him to earn "popularity".

After realizing what had happened, he felt even more ashamed of his sneak attack. He bowed deeply, straightened up, took a deep breath, and said loudly:

"So that Senior Brother Wu may know that my divine words, 'rough yet meticulous,' are effective in making one adept at discovering subtle details during cultivation and then refining them, and in combat, in being adept at spotting the enemy's weaknesses and then defeating them."

Since Zhu Yu had praised him so highly, he naturally had to return the favor. After speaking, he said with a face full of guilt, "Yu Lou was misled by others' words and misunderstood Senior Brother. In a fit of anger, I resorted to a sneak attack."

"But Senior Brother Wu was ruthless; he could have easily taught Yu Lou a lesson, yet he disregarded past grievances and spared Yu Lou..."

At this point, Yu Lou looked on with admiration and bowed deeply with his hands clasped.

"Divine words originate from the heart. Senior Brother Wu's divine words, 'Righteousness and Integrity,' are filled with a majestic aura, demonstrating that Senior Brother Wu must be an upright and magnanimous person! If Senior Brother Wu does not reject me, Yu Lou is willing to become his elder brother."

As he spoke, his face became excited, and he lifted his shirt and knelt on one knee.

"hiss…"

The disciples of the "Peerless Sect" who were watching were all stunned for a moment when they saw Yu Lou's reaction. When they came to their senses, they all gasped and looked at the two people on the stage with shock and disbelief.

No?

Isn't this just a charade? Are you serious?

Or did you know each other before, and this is all an act?

Yu Lou's meaning was very clear: he wanted to become sworn brothers with Zhu Yu.

But this is no simple matter.

In the "Da Yu" region, the "sworn brotherhood" is a higher form of ceremony than the "affection between husband and wife," and even surpasses the "kindness of parents."

Even if a husband and wife are in danger, they can still escape separately.

There can also be sordid relations between parents and children.

The only difference is the "sworn brotherhood". Once the ceremony is completed, the two are of one mind and one branch. If one is harmed, both will be harmed. If one is successful, both will be successful.

And this "qi" refers to "popularity".

in short.

"Sworn brotherhood" is like a contract. Originally, the two people's "popularity" belonged to each other, but once they "swore brotherhood", they could share what they had.

However, if one side suffers losses from absorbing this mutually beneficial "popularity," the other side will inevitably suffer a backlash.

That's why.

In the "Da Yu" sworn brotherhood ceremony, everything is of utmost importance. Similarly, your sworn brothers, sworn sisters, and sworn cousins ​​are all people who would risk their lives for you.

Only those who share the belief of "willing to die to shield others from harm" can form a "sworn brotherhood".

Otherwise, it would be a joke.

This is why the people present found it unbelievable.

It's all just acting.

Everyone would do the same for such a grand event.

But don't take this performance seriously. If the "etiquette" fails, it won't just be a joke; the consequences will be far-reaching.

It can be said that if Zhu Yu accepts Yu Lou's invitation to "become sworn brothers," but the "brotherhood" fails, and the two become a laughingstock throughout the Great Yu, his future will be limited, and he will find it difficult to make any further progress.

Yu Lou's words not only shocked the disciples of the "Peerless Sect", but also attracted the attention of the "Nine Rivers Hundred Veins" forces in the pavilions on both sides.

"Sworn brotherhood..."

The White Dragon King's gaze fell on Zhu Yu and Yu Lou. As if remembering something, a look of nostalgia appeared on his face. He turned to the young woman beside him and said with a smile, "Lu'er, Qing'er, when are you getting married? I'm looking forward to drinking your wedding wine with my brother."

Lin Lu's eyes lit up with joy.

Before he could speak, Dong Qing'er frowned and said with dissatisfaction, "Father, I don't want to get married so early."

"White Dragon King" Dong Biwu glared at her and shouted, "Still early? You're already twenty-six, and Lu'er isn't young either."

He raised his hand and tapped his dragon-headed cane, saying in an unquestionable tone:

"After we return to Cangjiang, Father will prepare your wedding. He'll make it a grand and lively affair, so that my old brother, who has never enjoyed such a life, can also have a go."

This time, before Dong Qing'er could speak, Lin Lu said first, "Thank you, godfather. I will leave everything to you."

Dong Qing'er raised an eyebrow, about to lash out, but the next moment she found herself unable to move or speak, and heard her father's faint voice in her ear.

"Father is getting old, he can't wait any longer..."

Dong Qing'er's pupils contracted immediately. Once she regained her mobility, she didn't say anything, but simply lowered her head and remained silent.

Lin Lu was overjoyed.

Congratulations to "Master Jiang".

"Congratulations, Miss Qing and Mr. Lin."

Upon seeing that the White Dragon King had confirmed the marriage between the two, the leaders of the various factions belonging to the "Cangjiang" lineage all stepped forward to offer their congratulations with smiles.

"White Dragon King" Dong Biwu burst into laughter, about to say something, when his gaze suddenly turned to the arena below. Sensing the familiar yet unfamiliar fluctuations between the two, a look of astonishment flashed in his eyes. Regaining his senses, he pointed downwards, his face full of approval, and said:

"These two are both honest and upright individuals; they have a bright future ahead of them, a truly bright future..."

As he spoke, he reached into his sleeve and took out two round beads, each the size of a baby's fist and seemingly cast in pure gold. As soon as they appeared, clouds of mist arose, faintly transforming into two golden snakes that coiled and circled around them.

"Dragon Pearl!"

The leaders of the Hundred Clans, upon seeing this, couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

The others all turned to look, their expressions brightening. This "dragon pearl" was not a real pearl from under the jaw of a "dragon," but rather a "dragon pearl" born from the blood of a spirit clam.

It can withstand water without falling, and can be used to go into rivers and seas as if walking on flat ground. It is naturally endowed with "precious light". For "warriors", in addition to the former effect, it can also be used to absorb and store "popularity", which is priceless.

Such a treasure.

Even those who were the leaders of their respective lineages did not have one.

Then they saw this precious treasure being lightly tossed out by the "White Dragon King" and hovering in front of Zhu Yu and Yu Lou, who had just completed their "sworn brotherhood" ceremony.

"What a lucky guy..."

Seeing this, some lineage leaders who had never obtained the "Dragon Pearl" felt a pang of envy.

Lin Lu was stunned for a moment, his eyes turning somewhat gloomy.

Dong Qing'er glanced at him, then came to her senses. Looking at Lin Lu, whose expression was clearly not good, a cold smile flashed in her eyes, and she lowered her head without saying a word.

Most of the other members of the "Nine Rivers" lineage had heard of the "White Dragon King's" "Dragon Pearl" and knew how precious it was. Seeing that he had given it to the two of them for free, they all showed envy and jealousy.

"Lucky guy."

A certain platform.

The maid Baozi's gaze fell on the "dragon pearl," her eyes sparkling, and she exclaimed unconsciously, "That pearl is so beautiful..."

Wu Pingjun looked at "Zhu Yu" on the arena, a strange light flashing in his eyes, and said softly, "It's not just good-looking..."

This thing, not even her parents had, let alone her.

The arena.

Zhu Yu gazed at the "Flood Dragon Pearl," sensing the rich "Spiritual Void Origin" it contained. A hint of surprise flashed in his eyes. He exchanged a glance with Yu Lou, whose eyes also showed surprise, carefully took the Flood Dragon Pearl, turned to the pavilion where the "White Dragon King" was located, and together they respectfully bowed, saying:

"Junior Wu Ping'an and Yu Lou thank Senior for the gift."

"You are all very well. Come and visit Cangjiang when you have time." The voice of "White Dragon King" Dong Biwu came.

"Thank you, senior."

Zhu Yu and Yu Lou bowed again, and then, urged by the "steward's" gaze, they left the arena.

The next two people called up both looked constipated. Zhu Yu and Yu Lou staged a "sworn brotherhood," which attracted everyone's attention.

When did "swearing brotherhood" become so simple and hasty?

But they actually succeeded! How can anyone reason with that?

Zhu Yu and Yu Lou won the first prize after their efforts, but they were caught off guard. They each manifested divine words to introduce themselves, but when they discovered that only a few people were gathering around them, their faces darkened.

Not long after.

The competition ended hastily.

Neither of them gained much benefit.

After the two left the arena, the third round of the competition began. Because of their "sworn brotherhood," the audience's expectations were raised, and they did not gain much benefit. When they left the arena, their faces were equally grim.

Time passed slowly.

After round after round of competition, as the "popularity" of the "Peerless Sect" gradually increased, the disciples of the "Peerless Sect" became more and more aggressive and ruthless in their attacks, causing the onlookers to exclaim in surprise and cheer.

In a corner somewhere.

As Yu Lou bid farewell, intending to share the good news with her family and host a banquet, Zhu Yu gently rubbed the "dragon pearl" in her sleeve, her gaze fixed on herself, looking at the new mark in the "status" column, as if she could crush it with a slight thought.

He nodded in satisfaction, his divine sense sensing the "divine seed" in his heart. A strange light appeared in his eyes. The battle with Yu Lou made him even more certain of the hidden passive effect of "righteous energy".

Its effects are similar to those of a "succubus".

Everyone who spends time with him will gradually and unconsciously regard him as a friend, and this feeling will grow stronger over time.

Ma Cheng is a case in point. From initially monitoring him, he now hides nothing from him and even considers things from his perspective.

"Divine words..."

Zhu Yu shook his head slightly, his attention focused on the "Dragon Pearl".

In his perception, it was constantly absorbing the "human prestige" gathered around him and storing it in the bead, and the absorption speed was much faster than when he used "righteous energy" to guide and absorb it.

A slight smile appeared on his face, and he secretly praised:

"This is really good stuff..."

With the "Dragon Pearl" drawing on popular support, he could save a lot of time. And the amount of popular support gathered this time was roughly equivalent to twice the amount of wealth that "Wu Shaoyang" had brought, which was quite substantial.

According to his estimation, it wouldn't be difficult to achieve perfect cultivation after refining it, but how many "apertures" he could open and whether he could forge a "golden body" were still unknown.

The thought flashed through her mind, but Zhu Yu's attention turned to something else.

"Sworn brotherhood..."