Chapter 106: Mortals Should Build Temples to Worship Her!!!

Gu Jiangming and Zhang Tianze had different perspectives on the matter.

They both wanted to solve this problem.

But Zhang Tianze held awe for the gods, and his understanding of them was one-sided.

However, Gu Jiangming and Zhang Tianze were in different circumstances; Gu Jiangming had already seen a god, and in his eyes, gods also had their own personalities and hobbies, and were not entirely unfeeling.

Therefore, from Gu Jiangming's perspective, he wanted to know whether a drought like this was something the Drought God could freely manipulate, or if it was guided by Heaven.

Whether or not the drought could be regulated through the Drought God.

But logically speaking, based on the framework of the Four Thousand Bureau, the Drought God should exist within the formations of the Four Thousand Bureau, and not in the world.

Perhaps something unknown had happened during these ten thousand years, something Gu Jiangming was simply unaware of.

However, Zhang Tianze's approach, whether it was a request or a command, was not a very pleasing behavior to the Drought God.

Because such a god could not bring them the slightest benefit.

It was precisely because his way of speaking was unpleasant that it highlighted how pleasant Gu Jiangming's way of speaking was.

"So, I would like to ask you, miss, when will the great drought in Guanzhong end?"

"What exactly are you trying to say?" the Drought God asked.

The person before her did not seem to have reached a very profound level of cultivation, but his way of speaking was indeed quite likable.

It sounded very unpleasant.

"Why wouldn't I?" Gu Jiangming replied immediately, "Even if you weren't the Drought God, just with this appearance, I fear there would be many who wish to make your acquaintance."

Softening the potential conflict.

Because Gu Jiangming understood her heart a little too well.

But it was also thanks to Zhang Tianze.

If the Drought God did not wish to see people, she could have fully displayed her divine power; if she truly had the heart to harm them, it would have been impossible for them to reach this place at all.

But Gu Jiangming knew that what she needed most was respect.

"This is the true knot of the matter."

The Drought God's brows furrowed slightly.

At this moment, Gu Jiangming was naturally weighing his countermeasures; thoughts of the Drought God's past and present flashed through his mind, and while he had some ideas, Gu Jiangming did not know if his guesses were correct.

People did not recognize such a god.

And now, by placing her own status so low, she was pushing the situation further toward an unfavorable side.

But by speaking so transparently, it instead made the Drought God ponder what the other party's intentions really were.

Because in Gu Jiangming's view, these behaviors, when interpreted from another angle, looked like nothing but forcing a confrontation.

"I want to be friends with you, also because I want to be friends with the Drought God."

From then on, she eventually changed from the Yellow Emperor's Daughter into a 'demon' that everyone shouted to beat.

When you subconsciously assume the other party is 'evil,' you develop preconceived notions and feel that the other party is indeed bad.

Gu Jiangming said in a deep voice: "Rather than asking the Drought God not to bring down a great drought, it is better to ask Heaven and Earth when this great drought will end."

You must consider problems from others' perspectives to truly find a way to solve them; of course, the prerequisite is that the other party is someone willing to reason with you.

"But what I admire more is a divine position like the Drought God, which is thankless, yet has been fulfilling its duty from beginning to end."

"I want to say that you are the Drought God, not a drought demon," Gu Jiangming said quietly, "I want to lift your veil because I am curious about the true appearance of the Drought God."

If they are unwilling to reason, then compare whose fists are bigger.

It would be more accurate to say that Gu Jiangming was helping to regulate the already tense atmosphere rather than 'flirting,' though his rather modern way of chatting was prone to causing unnecessary misunderstandings.

"I think this drought in Guanzhong is not something you intended," Gu Jiangming said again, looking toward Zhang Tianze: "If you truly wanted to take lives, you and I would not have been able to enter this wasteland and see your true face."

And it was precisely because she could not bring any benefits that they used an 'evil reputation' to drive her away, eventually, from the perspective of the Human Race, unilaterally 'stripping' her of the title of god.

The Drought God pursed her lips and smiled, but the sound of her laughter carried a hint of difficult, contemptuous mockery, "So, if I am not the Drought God, you would not want to know me?"

In her heart, she inevitably became alert; the slight favor she had gained from Gu Jiangming's few words just now was slowly dissipating.

It was the tone of, 'If you don't help solve this problem, you are harming the region and the common people.'

Zhang Tianze had already found this matter strange.

From a proud daughter of Heaven to an object of universal loathing, Gu Jiangming did not know what she had experienced.

He had not grasped the center of the problem.

However, drought was not a good thing for the people, so to deal with the 【Drought God】, most people chose various methods of expulsion, wanting to drive away the 【Drought God】 to end the drought and bring rain.

"The great drought is a rule caused by Heaven and Earth; how can all the blame be placed on one god?"

Gu Jiangming pointed this out.

The god known as the 【Drought God】 was very different from other gods; in earlier times, the 【Drought God】 was born in the image of a heavenly maiden.

After that, the original 【Nvba】 had a new name—【Drought God】.

And what Gu Jiangming said now was his sincerity; he wanted to consider these things from the Drought God's perspective.

"You are the first person to speak to me like this." The Drought God's expression finally changed.

Gu Jiangming could clearly feel that there had been a barrier between them that could be viewed from afar but not approached, but now, this sense of distance, near and far, slowly faded away.

"The great drought in Guanzhong, in terms of celestial timing, will last for three more days; after three days, it will dissipate on its own."

"But before you arrived, there were some people who did not know death and were barking wildly in my place of slumber."

"So I was unhappy, and secretly used my means to make the great drought in Guanzhong even more intense."

"The way you put it makes me seem a bit petty, not like a god."

"I will find a way to dispel this three-day drought," the Drought God said slowly, "It can also compensate for the karma I created out of momentary anger."

"Your name," the Drought God asked.

Gu Jiangming waved his hand, "Gu Jiangming of Mount Shu, I thank the Drought God on behalf of the people of Guanzhong."

"You must remember, it is your respect for me that has earned you my respect." The Drought Demon looked ahead, "I have noted this name."

"I do not know why I have awakened, but after this act, I shall surely fall into a long slumber."

"The people of Guanzhong should not be thanking me."

The Drought Demon closed her eyes, "You two may go."

Zhang Tianze still wanted to say something, but Gu Jiangming pulled him to his feet and they slowly walked away along the original path.

Watching the departing figures, the Drought Demon picked up Gu Jiangming's Wine Gourd and drank toward the sky.

Her eyes lit up.

"It is good wine."

"It was indeed brought with sincerity."

There are not many who can understand my predicament; I never expected to encounter a mortal here who understands me.

The Drought Demon thought to herself.

It is rare to meet someone I find agreeable; what harm is there in me bestowing a fortuitous encounter upon you?

The Drought Demon exhaled a breath.

In the span of a single breath, she let out a thunderous roar, and a wave surged from the very center of the barren land toward everything in the surroundings.

"Guanzhong was destined for a great drought of three days; the laws of heaven were not to be defied."

"Having met one who knows me, named Gu Jiangming, the drought shall therefore recede."

"The common people shall build a temple to worship him—to show gratitude for his grace."

In the vast, desolate wilderness, echoes resounded, spreading from the inside out, instantly reaching the entirety of Guanzhong.

Such a surging sound wave echoed across the sky of all Guanzhong, and even the imperial palace of Northern Wei could hear it clearly.

As these sounds landed, what followed was the overwhelming shock of the millions of people in Guanzhong.

One who knows me, named Gu Jiangming, the drought shall therefore recede.

The common people shall build a temple to worship him—to show gratitude for his grace.

This echoing sound, rising and falling, rang out in every word within the hearts of all the people of Guanzhong.

Th-this is the voice of a god?

At this moment, the entire court of Northern Wei was in complete disarray; Pei Shixin could not imagine that in this world, there truly existed gods.

Furthermore, such a god was right there in Guanzhong!!!

What made Pei Shixin sweat even more profusely was that the Gu Jiangming mentioned by the god was the same name as the Gu Jiangming who had completely destroyed the Qingmu Hall under the Red Workshop several days ago.

Those Pei Family disciples who returned alive had reported this name with absolute clarity.

But now, this name... had appeared in the mouth of a god.

As for the true identity of this god, Pei Shixin dared not have any doubts.

Because it was impossible for anyone to transmit a voice across a thousand miles so that everyone in Guanzhong could hear it.

Nor could anyone possess the power to manipulate a drought; this in itself was the art of a god.

At this moment, a new notification sounded in 【Mie Changsheng】 on Gu Jiangming's side.

【You have earned the recognition of the ancient god, the Drought Demon.】

【Your name has thus resounded throughout Guanzhong, and your local reputation is climbing at the fastest speed.】

【This is the first step of Shushan emerging into the world.】

【It is also the best starting point.】

【At the same time, you are extremely clear on one point: you walk the world representing Shushan, and you wish to practice the gentleman's Dao of Shushan in these dark times.】

【Then, what exactly is the Dao of Shushan?】

【Is it fighting and killing, forcing your own consciousness onto others, and compelling them to accept your philosophy?】

【You believe that this transmission of thought requires not only an insight of unity of knowledge and action, but also that to slowly transform this Dao into a belief, mere blood and fire are not enough.】

【Only by doing what you say and practicing the ideal Dao you have set for yourself can you gain the heartfelt pursuit of a group of people.】

【However, you are even more aware that not everyone in this world will be willing to accept your baptism; for those who are stubborn and unyielding, you can only tame them through hard truths.】

【And for these people, you must use the sword in your hand and the blade in your heart to suppress them with absolute strength.】

【Slay those you deem tyrannical, crusade against those you deem unjust, propagate what you deem correct, bring the light that should have been back to this world, and let those hypocritical, prestigious families realize... what true justice is!】

【You have attained enlightenment—】

【In this world, you will temporarily gain the effect of "Longchang Enlightenment".】

(End of this chapter)