Chapter 156 Test
Chapter 156 Test
After asking around, Liu Jianjian didn't get any important information.
The most frequently asked questions are things like "wife and three concubines", "origin of illegitimate children", and "the white moonlight and cinnabar mole in youth".
Some men weren't really interested in anything, and their focus wasn't on what Liu Jianjian was interested in.
The three women on the field were all focused on rumors and gossip.
Liu Jianjian loved this kind of thing the most, and she kept asking about it for a long time.
It didn't look like a high-level person inquiring about the situation of a lower-level person; it looked more like sisters chatting about everyday things.
Of course, the people around them wouldn't dare say that; they just muttered it to themselves.
And Liu Jianjian treated these people well.
She secretly released the monsters and then directed them to build various earthen and wooden dwellings inside the valley.
The valley is very spacious, enough to accommodate thousands or even tens of thousands of people.
If we consider the high-rise buildings that Zhu Ge knows, then even more people could live there.
However, this is only a temporary residence, so Liu Jianjian doesn't dare to build anything haphazardly. She has to wait until Zhu Ge breaks through the barrier and then build according to Zhu Ge's instructions.
Time flew by and it was already the third day.
More people came that day.
However, Zhu Ge still hasn't broken through the barrier.
This worried Zhu Sisi and Liu Jianjian greatly, and even the bone monster clone that was devouring bones was somewhat troubled.
Who has an epiphany that takes so long?
If the original body starves to death and is gone, it means that there will only be one Bone Monster clone left in the world.
So the bone monster clone immediately had Zhu Sisi and the others prepare various roasted meats and stews, all made from the previous monster meat, which were extremely rich in energy essence.
This ensures that Zhuge can replenish his energy immediately after emerging from seclusion.
Meanwhile, two hundred people were already waiting outside the valley.
There were burly scholars, butchers carrying pig-slaughtering knives, peddlers carrying packages, and old farmers in coarse linen clothes.
These people all came from the lower classes and were frustrated and unfulfilled.
However, they also possessed a certain shrewdness, so after leaving Jianshui City, they each relied on their own abilities to evade layers of demons, ghosts, monsters, and gods, and arrived at the Six Paths Valley.
Speaking of which, Zhu Ge had already cleared out most of the powerful monsters between Liudao Valley and Jianshui City.
The rest were either like Liu Jianjian, hiding away and cowardly, or they were neither vegetables nor meat, and Zhu Ge was too lazy to slaughter them.
Furthermore, after the Axe-Mantis announced its takeover of the Six Paths Palace, the number of monsters in the vicinity decreased even further.
Many people still hold the belief that there are many monsters around, so even if some want to defy fate and join Zhu Ge, they can only dream about it and miss the opportunity.
And this was also Zhu Ge's plan.
If someone doesn't even have the courage to take the first step, then he doesn't need that kind of person.
Being afraid of death and being overly cautious are two different things.
The former will give up many things in order to survive.
The latter can give up living for many things.
Many people here are willing to take risks, but it's not enough to just take risks; one must also be cautious.
Only in this way can we pass through the forest where various monsters and beasts live and reach the Six Paths Valley.
"I already have a general understanding of your situation."
Liu Jianjian had gathered all the information and knew what to do: "Once Zhu Ge, the master of the Six Paths Palace, breaks through his barrier, he will explain the final test to you."
Liu Jianjian pointed to the mound of earth in front of her that looked like a grave.
To avoid direct sunlight, Hualiusha had to be isolated with mounds of earth.
At first, no one present knew what the mound of earth was, but now they realized that the powerful Young Master Zhu was in seclusion inside it.
"Wow, that's amazing! So those red mists were also part of Young Master Zhu's scheme."
"Such immortal techniques—no, such martial arts techniques—are truly enviable."
"I don't know if I can pass the test."
Everyone was excited and eager to participate.
However, some people remained calm.
It is important to know that the law should not be passed on lightly.
Back then, in Jianshan Village, there were only two practitioners: Mr. Zhu and Scholar Yu.
Although the gentleman wanted to teach the villagers some Confucian and Taoist cultivation methods.
However, the villagers were illiterate, and even when they tried to learn to write, they were incredibly slow and clumsy.
A gifted person can learn some basic characters in a year, or even less.
However, many people take seven or eight years to learn their own names, and they still make many mistakes and omit strokes.
For example, Zhu Ge was like this before she transmigrated. Her handwriting was terrible; she could only write the character for "person" and couldn't even write her own name. That was her natural talent.
Some people are gifted in Confucianism and Taoism, some in martial arts, and some in immortality.
But no matter what path you choose, suitability is always the most important thing.
If it's not suitable, it will be twice as difficult to achieve the desired result.
If it's suitable, you can achieve twice the result with half the effort.
Therefore, some of the people present were experienced and knew that the final test was the most important.
However, everyone wanted an opportunity.
Being able to embark on the path of cultivation means truly transcending one's social class.
Perhaps the only way for people in a remote area to find warmth and comfort is to huddle together in their villages.
However, those in the second realm are already allowed to have their own territory.
Just like Mr. Insect, Mr. Tiger God, and Mr., they keep to themselves and don't interfere with each other.
As for the three realms?
They were either city lords or high-ranking officials in the region.
Just like the city lord of Jianshui and the fisherman in the straw raincoat during the Awakening of Insects.
Therefore, the path of spiritual practice holds unparalleled appeal for ordinary people.
Zhu Ge had the strength to challenge the Fish Scale Martial Arts School, and even the Lord of Jianshui City treated him with kindness, so his strength was evident.
This is still based on individual ability.
Everyone knows that Zhu Ge subdued the Axe-Mantis.
In addition, Zhuge is currently short-staffed, and many people have joined with the idea that they will enjoy the benefits as soon as possible.
Although the force is small, if it grows into a powerful force, the first people to join will become disciples.
By then, it won't be so easy to join in.
Just like a company, the founders and initial shareholders can achieve financial freedom immediately after the company goes public, but to become a shareholder later, they have to pay a price a thousand times higher.
Even becoming a regular employee involves various barriers, such as education level, school, CET-4/6 scores, etc., unless there are special circumstances.
Of course, everything has risks.
A small company that becomes a listed company is certainly impressive, but it could also go bankrupt tomorrow.
Joining a large company is naturally much safer.
Many people come to join Zhu Ge because they see how strong he is at such a young age.
If Zhu Ge's Six Paths Palace becomes a major force in the future, then these first-generation disciples will be incredibly powerful.
What if Zhu Ge's power collapses before it has even grown?
That would be considered an investment failure.
Therefore, Zhu Ge felt no guilt towards recruiting these disciples; he only adhered to the principle of equal exchange.
If he leads these disciples to become powerful and invincible, these disciples should rightfully possess rich spoils of war.
What if we don't grow bigger and stronger?
That has nothing to do with him.
He gave him the techniques, and his disciples helped him fight.
Just like how bosses pay wages and employees put in labor.
It's a matter of mutual consent.
However, although these principles are simple, not everyone can understand them.
Many people, upon arriving here, or even before they've entered the place, feel as if Zhu Ge owes them something for no reason.
For example, at this moment, an arrogant young man spoke up: "Hmph, we've been waiting here for a long time, and that Zhu Ge hasn't even shown his face. He's still in seclusion right in front of us, how arrogant!"
"You should know that I am a disciple of Zitao Academy. After completing my studies, I have already reached the first realm of cultivation. Various forces in the city have invited me to stay and offered me generous salaries. It is an honor for you to condescend to serve your Six Paths Palace."
"I need to speak with Zhu Ge face-to-face! Tell him to come out immediately, or I'm going to seek refuge elsewhere!"