Operation of the Reason Way

The Reason Way do not seek to explain 'why,' but rather rely solely on empirical evidence from observations and experiments to describe, predict, understand, and apply natural phenomena.

Why? There is no answer to this question.

Why are leaves green? Because they contain chloroplasts.

Why do trees need chloroplasts? Because they need them to generate energy through photosynthesis.

Why does photosynthesis generate energy? Because the chemical reactions of molecules absorb light energy and convert it into chemical energy.

Why does a chemical reaction occur? Because photons excite electrons in atoms, leading to a chemical reaction.

Why do photons excite electrons? Why do chemical changes occur in matter after electron orbital transitions?

This isn't the only question; since the question about photons exciting electrons has been answered, you can continue asking questions.

Why are there elementary particles? Why does the Higgs field impart mass?

There is no end to the question of 'why'; there will always be a reason.

Even if we endlessly try to solve all these "whys" and eventually find the Ultimate Great Dao that explains everything that came before, there will still be one final "why" that we can never resolve, hanging over our heads.

That is: 'Why is there Ultimate Great Dao?'

You see, the question "why" is something that can never be answered.

This is also what Reason Way said: there is no need to explore the so-called 'Dao'.

In exploring the essence of all this, all that is ultimately found is nothingness.

Therefore, Reason Way believes that we only need to study the world itself, to study molecules and chemical bonds, which can achieve the same goal. There is no need to waste time pursuing a unified theory or Theory of Everything that explains everything. In other words, Theory of Everything is enough, and there is no need to go any further.

The essence is unimportant and cannot be explored.

The Tao cannot be fathomed, so all that is left for people is reason.

In Li Qi's words, it's about summarizing the patterns and then applying them.

If Reason Way is to study biology, then it should study biology itself, cellular mechanisms, physiological characteristics, immune responses, classification, and DNA composition.

As for the molecules and atoms that make up the body, just 'default' to how they are. Studying them is someone else's business; I'll just use them directly. Why is that? Sorry, I'm too lazy to think about it, and there's no need to.

Therefore, those who Reason Way will focus on application, devoting a great deal of energy to the development of Technique Method and Divine Ability, rather than placing so much emphasis on the Dao Path.

Therefore, they used the technology of the Mohist school of Human Path to develop the Law Treasure body and the Law Treasure production line.

They also collaborated with Shaman; the Heavenly Kill and Earth-Slaying Technique that Li Qi once saw in Guangyang was also invented by them.

The Daoist sect went even further, developing Outer Elixir techniques and collaborating to create things like external Thunder Method.

The core orthodox method of Daoism is Thunder Method, which has always been the absolute supreme method of Daoism. However, the external Thunder Method has achieved the incredible feat of taking a bead and throwing it out to unleash the power of orthodox Thunder Method.

It also seems to be related to the Spirit Path. The logic and mathematics of the Spirit Path have always been one of the learning goals of the Reason Way. The Reason Way directly uses many techniques of martial arts, without caring about copyright or anything like that.

In the East Sea of Way of Evolution, they also cooperated with the True Dragons to create a giant puppet called 'East Isle,' which roams freely in the East Sea, and they even created more than six thousand of them.

This is a Dao Lineage that focuses solely on practical application and transforming the 'Tao' into 'techniques'. Of course, they also explore many other things. Their ultimate goal is to 'exhaust the principles of all things,' that is, to figure out exactly how all things in the world operate.

However, they don't investigate 'why it works this way,' but rather observe, record, accumulate experience, and then verify it in practice to know that it does indeed work this way. Then they write down a 'reason' to ensure that this is how it works, and that's enough.

I know how this thing works and what its properties are. I can utilize the properties of this substance to make it work for me, and that's enough.

There's no need to think about why; let others do it. They're looking for other Dao Path, so we'll just use this one.

Moreover, Reason Way is not entirely without ambition.

Among those who follow the Reason Way, there are still some who believe that exploring reason is also exploring the Way.

Once all the 'principles' have been discovered, the goal of the Reason Way and way is to "exhaust the principles of all things".

Then, the Dao will naturally manifest itself.

I have figured everything out, so... the whole world has no secrets from me anymore, and the Dao naturally sheds its mysterious veil and is revealed before Reason Way.

Li Qi gained a lot from his conversation with Wang Dun on the way, and it also helped Li Qi to better understand how Reason Way work.

At the same time, he also understood why Reason Way was so focused on researching and creating Law Treasure.

As a Dao Lineage without much humanistic thought or self-imposed constraints, all aspects of Reason Way are geared towards practicality. So what is the best way to put Technique Method into practice?

What? Self-cultivation?

Human energy is limited, and many Dao Lineage Technique Method are in conflict with each other. For example, the rules and laws of Human Path and the Shaman's expansion of the microcosm of the human body are completely conflicting and cannot coexist or even be practiced at the same time, because their respective paths are in conflict.

Therefore, practicing self-cultivation is the stupidest and most useless thing to do.

If you want to use everything, the best way is to go for the item-based strategy.

Modularize all these Technique Method, turn them into Law Treasure, array plates, or even disposable items that can be used immediately upon being taken out and put into place at any time to take effect.

The martial arts techniques are directly engraved onto the body of the Law Treasure. A martial artist would need to throw countless punches to memorize the action of 'throwing a punch' and make it instinctive. But the Law Treasure weapon can achieve about 70-80% of the effect by simply inserting it, without having to think about it.

By carrying a precious orb made from authentic Thunder Method in a bag, one can obtain the Five Thunders Orthodox Method, which requires hundreds of years of arduous practice and authentic inheritance, from Daoist practitioners. This orb can be thrown out directly, and a whole bag can be thrown at once to instantly obliterate everything.

Shaman skilled in Curse? Then make a replica of the Curse straw doll, prepare it in advance, and when you get the blood and hair needed for the Curse, tie it to the straw doll, write a name on it, and you can directly Heavenly Kill Curse.

The Way of Evolution has produced many powerful monsters with various strange characteristics. So, just like now, build research vessels, sail out to collect information on the properties of these sea monsters, and then use bionics to create similar puppets that are not only obedient but also easy to repair and mass-produce, with a much higher birth rate than these sea monsters.

Therefore, in order to acquire these technologies, Reason Way has cooperated with all Dao Lineage, developing numerous new technologies for them in exchange for the foundation of these Dao Lineage and their development of the Tao.

Those who follow the Reason Way do not need to understand the "Dao" of these Dao Lineage; they only need the existing achievements.

"In the past, the Reason Way were limited to each person's own foundation. Back then, everyone had their own unique Law Treasure. However, a few eras ago, the mass production line for Law Treasure was successfully developed, so now everyone's things are pretty much the same." Wang Dun continued to introduce his Dao Lineage to Li Qi with a smile.

"Look, as long as I have a unique Law Treasure, I just need to submit the design blueprints to the higher-ups, and before long, the assembly line can produce this kind of thing, and then everyone can get one, everyone can own it. I'm not bragging, but our Reason Way fighting power is probably the strongest of all the Dao Path!"

Li Qi nodded. "That's true. I'm afraid it's not just your combat strength, but also your construction and research capabilities. There's just one question... Are your magical Law Treasure free? Or do you have a currency?"

"Money, once transactions occur, inevitably brings profits. And with profits, technology is no longer pure. That's why the mentors don't use money; we use contributions. Providing new technologies, improving solutions, supplying materials, or participating in labor all earn contributions. Contributions can only be used by the individual and cannot be obtained through any type of transaction. However, we need to consume contributions to learn new knowledge and acquire new Law Treasure. This is how a certain degree of fairness is achieved," Wang Dun said.

"To a certain extent... well, that's true. After all, you can hoard resources through other methods, but those resources are obtained from other places; it's pure acquisition." Li Qi nodded.

This measure is brilliant.

There are no transactions or businesses within the Reason Way) system, only pure distribution, but this does not prevent Reason Way members from doing business with others.

In this way, only the Reason Way can plunder resources from other Dao Path through profits, while there will be no internal friction within the Reason Way itself, and allocation dominates everything.

"But... I don't quite understand how you manage to assess, record, and then distribute everyone's contributions?" Li Qi asked again.

This is a big problem.

How much contribution is a technology worth? How much contribution are materials and labor worth? Who decides this?

"Hmm... Regarding this question, the mentors have two answers, you know? The current Reason Way... has internally split into two factions." Wang Dun seemed somewhat troubled when he said this.

"Yes, I've heard of it. The Reason Way and the Daoist sect... Both of these have a lineage that has completely embraced Human Path, or at least they are highly cooperative." Li Qi answered carefully.

Indeed, as mentioned before, one branch of the Reason Way directly merged into the Human Path. Although they did not accept the concept of the Human Path, they have always served the Human Path school. There is another branch of the Daoist school that is the same.

As for the motive...

It is currently unclear.

"Yes, the one we joined used the Nexus of All Realms to determine its value. You know the Nexus of All Realms, right?" Wang Dun confirmed.

Li Qi nodded. "Of course I know. What about those of you who haven't joined the Human Path?"

"Us? We use a replica of the Nexus of All Realms," Wang Dun replied.

Li Qi was stunned.

The replica of the Nexus of All Realms... etc., does this mean that the establishment of the Nexus of All Realms also involves the Principle of Reason Way? Therefore, the Reason Way also possesses some key technologies, and thus can replicate another Nexus of All Realms.

Wow, this Dao Lineage is truly a master of invention!

"This ultimate machine is indeed very useful. However, the Human Path Realm's Nexus of All Realms is driven by the Dragon Vein. The power of the Human Path Dragon Vein's Dragon Vein is inexhaustible and spans across the heavens. It is a unique energy source. But... I don't know what your energy source is? What does the Reason Way rely on to drive the Nexus of All Realms?" Li Qi asked again.

Upon hearing Li Qi's question, Wang Dun burst into laughter. "What drives it? Haha, isn't that simple? The mentors found many Ruins of Return outside the domain, and then placed them on calculated orbits, causing them to form celestial motions, constantly rotating, yet never getting close. The force of the Ruins of Return rotating with each other can even affect the rotation of world groups tens of thousands of light-years away."

"At this point, as long as you place the collector in the center of the Ruins, and then place collectors on the outer perimeter of the Ruins, there will be a layer of warped space around the collectors. This will prevent the power of the Ruins from leaking out by circulating the space, and the collectors will be constantly pulled by the powerful force of the Ruins, just like a rotary engine. The tidal force between the Ruins will provide a continuous source of power."

"Of course, two Void Returning Stars are definitely not enough, but the outer realms are so vast and there are so many Void Returning Stars. We just need to find a few more. I remember there are about three or four thousand now. The energy collected from them will be enough for our replica of the Nexus of All Realms. It's simple, right? Convenient, easy to use, clean, and not troublesome at all. It's a genius idea!"

"Collecting energy from the Ruins of Return? Then... how was it transported there?" Li Qi asked in confusion.

If energy is collected from the Void, it is indeed very clean and convenient. It can even dispose of those useless Voids and make use of them. But how can so much energy be sent to the Nexus of All Realms?

Upon hearing Li Qi's question, Wang Dun was taken aback and retorted, "Give it away? Why would you give it away? Don't you know the nature of the Nexus of All Realms?"

Then, he slapped his forehead, making a clanging metallic sound, and said, "Oh, you're Shaman, so it's normal that you don't understand. Let me put it this way: the Nexus of All Realms is not a real machine, but a... uh, how should I put it, a mysterious existence embedded in the Great Dao of Time and Space?"

"Anyway, the Nexus of All Realms are directly embedded in the Dao. They exist in everything. Otherwise, why do you think the Nexus of All Realms can transmit information throughout the universe and even surpass the Heavenly Way Limit?"

"So, the Nexus of All Realms can interfere with everything?" Li Qi's heart skipped a beat, and he immediately asked.

If that's true, then the Nexus of All Realms... wouldn't they be able to tamper with the rules of the entire universe?!

Damn it, what's the point of fighting ghosts then!

"Wrong. That's precisely why the Nexus of All Realms can't do anything. They are suppressed and controlled by the many Great Daos of the universe, and they can't even interfere with the outside world. We also can't sense the Nexus of All Realms."

"Therefore, it can only be used for computing and communication, but we can connect to it through something called a base station. So as long as a base station is placed on the energy harvesting device, it can supply energy."

"Wow, you've said so much, I've learned something!"

Taking care of the patient, I will try to keep updating these days.