Water elemental became a god, ultimately becoming the master of heaven, earth, mountains, and rivers

Chapter 252 The Incense Offerings of Believers
The appearance of Tun Mengzi has changed drastically.

Previously, its skin was grayish-black, not much different from that of ordinary Yangtze finless porpoises. However, due to its age and weathering, it became darker and grayer than other Yangtze finless porpoises.

Now, its skin has shed its dullness and turned into a bluish-green color, gleaming with a cold light like that of a river.

Its scales are as fine as silver, and its dorsal fin has become wider and sharper, with special patterns on its edges. Its pelvic fins have evolved to be long and flexible, with smooth lines, like wings that ride the wind.

However, its size has not changed much, suggesting that the "Wind-Riding Finless Porpoise" is not a type of demon that blindly pursues the laws of heaven and earth and has a huge body.

It's small, but also very agile.

The scholar looked at the chubby boy in surprise. It would be a lie to say he wasn't envious; he scrutinized the boy over and over.

I was the one who sought refuge with the gods first, so how come such a blockhead was enlightened by the gods first?

It must be because I haven't tried hard enough!

Because of insufficient performance and lack of ambition, they are not valued by the gods!

I need to work twice as hard to collect treasures and explore!

The scholar secretly vowed revenge.

Jin Linmei, who was always content with a relaxed attitude, didn't think too much about it; she only had one thought in her mind—

The parade was exhausting. Maybe next time I can ride on this finless porpoise and benefit from its speed?
"Let's see what other skills you have, like the ability to ride the wind?"

Seeing that the porcupine was so excited that it stood frozen in place, Chen Shunan couldn't help but guide it.

The pig-like creature immediately realized what was happening. After trying for a moment, it seemed to understand something and began to swing its dorsal fin, attempting to activate the demonic power that had been generated within its body.

In an instant, the air around it surged, and the river water seemed to be pushed aside by an invisible force. Every time it leaped out of the water, it seemed to be aided by a gentle breeze, pushing and surging, making it like a wild goose soaring through the sky, its figure agile and graceful.

At first, it was a little clumsy, swaying from side to side when wagging its tail, but after a while it got into the swing of things, and with a light flap of its fins, it could glide along with the airflow.

Its ability to break through waves and its speed of navigation are several times stronger than before the enlightenment.
This is a qualitative leap, and even among the immortals who have mastered the [Pulse Opening] technique, it wouldn't be considered slow.

After all, according to Tianxuan, the immortals who have opened their meridians cannot yet master the art of escape, which seems to involve gathering the pure Qi of heaven and earth in order to condense the escape light.

Therefore, if Chen Shunan were to control the Pig Monk now, even in the face of the great demon Zhang Ju...

Well, they've walked right into the trap; they're easy prey.

If you're not careful, you'll probably still get caught and beaten to a pulp.

It's better to stay away from the Funiu Marshland and let Tunmengzi contact Zhangju in his place.

"Come on, let me sit on you and take me for a spin!"

Chen Shunan flipped over and jumped onto the pig's back, testing the feel of it. He wondered if it was a coincidence, but the pig's dorsal fin, though smooth and streamlined, had a cartilaginous protrusion that looked like a cushion, just big enough for one person to ride on.

Moreover, there is a raised ridge on each side in front of the bone pad, which feels incredibly secure when you place your hand in front of it, and it also seems to be some kind of extremely sensitive sensory area.

When Chen Shunan grabbed the raised spine, Tun Mengzi's body trembled slightly, its back arched, and it let out a loud moo before darting away from where it stood.

"You two follow me!"

Chen Shunan grabbed the two fish, Silver Scholar and Golden Scale Girl, with one in each hand and tucked them under his armpits.

In an instant, the calm river surface was cleaved in two by a streamlined, turquoise figure. The river water burst open into white spray on both sides, forming a long, boiling trail of water.

Soon, as the piglet entered the water, the surrounding sounds instantly became hazy and quiet.

A five-foot-long 'Fat Snow Fish' that usually only roams deep waters was stunned by Tun Mengzi before it could even react.

The silver-eyed scholar, quick-witted and eager to make a name for himself, swallowed it whole.

After a long time.

Until the night completely disappeared, the sun shone brightly in the sky.

Chen Shunan gently patted the dolphin, and the three fish quickly rose to the surface, eventually floating on the water's surface, watching the rising sun from afar.

Swallows brush against the clouds, rain or shine; dolphins blow waves, wind or snow.

At this moment, the sky was clear and cloudless, and Chen Shunan felt that there was a smooth road ahead, which was incredibly bright and wide.

Where there's a will, there's a way.

The sunrise in the east at this moment, isn't it just like his divine way?
The old man may have great ambitions.

A soft glow shone on Chen Shunan, and a golden halo flowed around him, making him look like a god.

Upon seeing this, the pig-like creature felt a genuine desire to submit and become tamed.

[Shui Ling, a novice believer, undergoes a transformation in her faith and becomes a devout follower of Shui Ling.]

[Those who are devout believers, offering prayers day and night, undergoing the transmission of precepts and ordination, and even becoming walking disciples, can serve as messengers for the gods and provide genuine offerings.]

[Incense offering +1]

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"Hey folks, can I borrow your bow rope? I need to tie up a fish. What, you're asking how much this fish weighs? Exactly 136.5 jin! The bow rope is too short, make it a bit longer."

At the crossroads, along the dock, rows of sampans with canopies are moored near the water.

After going ashore, Chen Shunan borrowed a bow and rope from the nearest fisherman to catch fish, and without even using a horse-drawn carriage, he swaggered off towards Wuqing County. The fishermen were taken aback when they saw Chen Shunan appear out of nowhere.

No, who asked you how much the fish weighed?
Wait, is this codfish?
A huge object, weighing over a hundred kilograms!
The fisherman gasped, looking sourly at the snow fish behind Chen Shunan, then silently hid the few small crucian carp he had caught behind his own back.

Today was just bad weather, bad mood, and bad luck...

As Chen Shunan traveled, he naturally attracted countless ardent glances.

If eyesight could leave a mark on objects, then Chen Shunan's clothes would be covered with layers upon layers of eye marks. When he returned to Mianyi Residence, he only needed to take off his clothes and shake them to reveal a floor full of eyeballs that could make a loud bang.

"Master, come back... Ah? What a beautiful precious fish!"

"Go, boil water and prepare the ingredients, then go and inform Lin Shouzhou, Zhao Dongjia, San Dezi and the others that we are having a family feast today, and we will be eating fish hotpot!"

Liu Ma seemed to be an NPC who would immediately reappear at the door to greet Chen Shun'an upon his return to the mansion.

She immediately came forward, and before she could say much, she noticed the snow fish that Chen Shunan was carrying on his back.

"No need for invitations! You've only just arrived in the county, and I already know you've caught a big fish. Of course, I, Lin, will treat you to a good meal!"

The familiar sound of Lin Shouzhou's broken gong and drum came from outside the door. His ugly, toad-like triangular face came uninvited and squeezed into the doorway on his own.

"What a magnificent snow fish! It must be thirty or forty years old. It's radiant and full of vitality. With the weather getting colder, it's time to eat fish slices for hot pot!"

Lin Shouzhou was both surprised and delighted. He rubbed his hands together, picked up several bottles of fine white wine, and said,

"I'm not going to eat for free, I've brought my own drinks!"

Chen Shunan also smiled and said,

"I didn't realize it before, but you have a keen sense of smell too. Aunt Liu, go and inform the others. Instructor Lin, come, let's take our seats first!"

The cod fillets didn't require much processing. Chen Shunan personally took charge, removing the entrails and cleaning them. After that, he didn't marinate them much before cutting them open, just like he would with mutton, and then he used a wooden frame to hold them up.

One fish can be prepared in many ways: raw fish, fish slices for hot pot, fish bones for stew, and even the scales can be fried crispy to enjoy with drinks!
Not long after, San Dezi and Liu Daoba, one carrying braised food and the other carrying a Tongzhou ham, also entered the Mianyi residence.

When San Dezi saw the snow fish in the room, which was the same length as a human, his eyes lit up.
"I've long heard of the name 'Snow Fish with Congealed Fat.' It used to be a tribute to the nobles in the palace, and it's also very beneficial to the cultivation of True Intent Martial Artists. I'm only able to benefit from Brother Chen's kindness!"

Liu the Scarface handed the Tongzhou ham to the maid and asked her to slice it and bring it over. However, his ham seemed to have become damp, its color was dark, and it had a fishy smell when cut open.

Liu the Scarface gave an awkward smile.
"I asked a friend to buy this in Tongzhou a few years ago, but I couldn't bear to eat it. I didn't expect it to get damp, so I had to throw it away."

Lin Shouzhou waved his hand and said,
"Don't even mention dampness, even if it were arsenic, eating it would only help our digestive system. We could wash it and still eat it!"

Chen Shunan gave Liu Daoba a complicated look.

San Dezi realized early on that his martial arts talent was limited, so he decisively gave up and turned to cultivating interpersonal relationships and starting a business selling water and iced drinks.

These days, he's not exactly rolling in money, but he's certainly quite wealthy. He's married to two wives, has both a son and a daughter, and lives a very fulfilling life.

Although Liu Daoba was already a second-rate martial artist, his quality of life was far inferior to that of San Dezi.

He also wants to go further in martial arts and achieve greater breakthroughs.

It can be said that he relied on the strength of his entire family to support himself, spending a huge amount of money, while his wife and children lived a very frugal life.

And once upon a time, Chen Shunan was just like the two of them.

Neither advancing nor retreating.

They were unwilling to be mediocre, yet had no opportunity to change their fate.

But now, things are very different.

However, Chen Shunan was not very proud. He silently reminded himself to stay humble and not be arrogant, as there was still a long way to go.

San Dezi and Liu Daoba took their seats one after the other.

Wan Niang was busy the whole time, keeping an eye on the kitchen and controlling the heat.

Before long, pork hind leg, pork shoulder, tripe, pork tendon, cabbage, vermicelli, frozen tofu, and other side dishes were served in a continuous stream, along with sesame paste, chive blossom sauce, and fermented bean curd as dipping sauces.

"Old Chen, you're something else! You can translate dolphin language and your fishing skills are superb, even catching snow bream... Tell me the secret, are you some kind of water deity reincarnated? How come you have such a connection with water?!"

Two sedan chairs landed outside the mansion.

Zhao Guangxi arrived empty-handed, smiling, and jokingly said...

Zhou Qing wore a fashionable cheongsam with a strong Western style, over which she wore a black gauze vest with a pipa-shaped opening, looking like a noblewoman from the capital.

His every move exuded elegance and charm.

However, when she saw Wan Niang and other women, her alluring charm diminished somewhat, and she became more demure and gentle.

Zhou Qing looked at the snow fish, her gaze shifting, and chuckled softly, covering her mouth.
“I did see a snow fish once at Consul Jiang Hui’s place, but it was only half the length of this one, and the meat was far inferior to this one.”

"My boss."

"Senior Zhou."

Upon seeing Zhao Guangxi and Zhou Qing, San Dezi and Liu Daoba felt somewhat uneasy and embarrassed. They quickly stood up, half humble and half respectful.

(End of this chapter)