Driving

Liang Qu slightly bent his five fingers and gripped the Beast-Pattern Bronze Mirror.

The mirror-like surface was like water, with a flash of silver light. A pair of eyes shone with a dazzling golden light, as if molten lava was flowing deep within, and the condensed pressure was as heavy as a mountain.

Golden Eyes Snow Teeth!

Liang Qu's eyes flickered.

His earlier guess was absolutely right; the Golden-Eyed Beast's eyes were of great benefit to him! As his gaze swept around, everything became even more radiant.

In comparison, the world before seemed lifeless.

In the corner where the roof beams meet, a tall spider spins its web, its abdomen throbbing and its legs intertwined, every detail clearly visible.

Several mosquitoes, not quite dead yet, were stuck to the pulled-out spider silk, their wings fluttering helplessly as they struggled.

There has been some improvement in eyesight, but that's not what Liang Qu wants.

The liver opens into the eyes; breaking through the Viscera Gate can improve eyesight. After Liang Qu broke through his realm, his vision reached a level that was difficult for ordinary people to achieve. Seeing through the flight path of mosquitoes in the air was nothing special for him.

The benefits of Golden Eye go far beyond this.

Other aspects...

Intimidation?

Or something else? Liang Qu stared at his reflection in the mirror, his brows furrowing more and more deeply.

Its effects can still be explored gradually, with just a pair of Golden Eye...

It looks cool, but it's definitely an eye-catching bag. If you go out and say you haven't practiced eye techniques, no one will believe you.

Liang Qu closed his eyes, circulated the Myriad Victory Embracing Oneness, calmed his mind and focused his Inner Vision, gradually gathering the energy in his eyes.

The golden light in his eyes gradually faded, leaving only a faint golden glow around the edges.

Not enough, still not enough.

Liang Qu tried repeatedly, but the Golden Eye grew dimmer and dimmer until they completely disappeared when his aura was fully concealed. However, when facing the bronze mirror, he still felt that there was a change compared to before.

A person's eyes often represent their spirit and energy; they are a window into their inner self.

The colors revealed by different windows are completely different.

High-spirited, passionate, withered, timid, pure—the list goes on, and each leaves a different impression.

The eyes are darker and brighter.

It seems... to look even better? Liang Qu suspected he was being too narcissistic; his appearance hadn't changed, but that was the feeling he got.

As darkness fell outside, the heavy rain that had lasted for half a day turned into a light drizzle, with intermittent streams of rain falling from the eaves.

Wu Zhiqi is the Water Lord, and to know about Golden Eye's other abilities, water is naturally indispensable.

Liang Qu walked through the corridor into the West Wing of the three-section courtyard and headed towards the pond.

Since the pond was built, the West Wing of the three courtyards has been connected to the pond, with a row of wooden plank bridges extending from the rooms, leading directly to the pond, giving it a feel of Suzhou gardens.

In the pool, the Old Giant Clam remained motionless, its two shells closed.

For several days in a row, there was no sun, Old Giant Clam was not in high spirits. It was seen many times with its shell closed, perhaps it was resting.

Several small fish noticed the figures moving on the boardwalk and gathered around.

Liang Qu stared at the fish for a while, a mysterious feeling lingering in his heart.

With a thought, golden light reappeared, divine light blazed like torches, and immense pressure swept across the land.

The Old Giant Clam in the pond was startled awake and instinctively tried to escape into the underground river. As it moved, it suddenly noticed the Liang Qu on the boardwalk and trembled.

It's that kid causing trouble again!

It was constantly worried about Demon Beast and fishermen in the Great Marsh, and couldn't sleep well every night. Even after moving to the pond, it still couldn't sleep well. So, wasn't moving here for nothing?

The Old Giant Clam was relieved to have a false alarm, but it kept grumbling to itself.

Liang Qu had no idea what the Old Giant Clam was thinking. He looked at the few small fish standing still beneath him and felt his senses growing stronger.

It seems we can control them?

Liang Qu pointed to the opposite bank of the pond, and an incredible scene unfolded: the little fish actually lined up in a row and swam to the northernmost part of the pond, wagging their tails in unison!

The Old Giant Clam next to it wondered if it was seeing things, so it moved closer.

Liang Qu back again, and the little fish swam back!

The Old Giant Clam was stunned, even though it had neither eyes nor mouth.

You read that right.

The fish are really following orders!

Raindrops splashed down, creating ripples on the pond.

Liang Qu suddenly realized the significance of his change.

He had another thought, and the little fish scattered one after another, working together to push a floating duckweed to the edge of the pier.

I see!

Having awakened his Golden Eye, he could now control ordinary aquatic creatures! Just small fish, or perhaps...

He turned his head and looked at the Old Giant Clam with its large shell open.

"Old Bei!"

"Ah?"

The Old Giant Clam was stunned. Two bright, sun-like Golden Eye suddenly appeared in its Sea of Consciousness. The immense pressure made it panic and cry out in alarm, "What is this thing!"

The subtle connection was severed in an instant.

Liang Qu immediately understood that the influence of Golden Eye was limited and conditional.

Being too strong is definitely not an option, but the exact range is still unknown; we'll have to try it out in the Great Marsh.

"Old Bei, how do you feel?"

"How does it feel?"

As the oppressive aura dissipated, the Old Giant Clam, disregarding its surprise, was drawn into deep thought. "The sun's appearance seems to be in response to your words, and..."

"And what?"

"And it's only natural and right?"

The Old Giant Clam uttered a word that even he found unbelievable.

These four words represent something profound.

Even High Antiquity species, relying on the pressure of their bloodline, may be able to intimidate other beasts, but they can never control other beasts, much less give them a sense of "natural right".

Even a reincarnated dragon couldn't do that!

Who exactly is this guy? An ape, with Golden Eye...

I've never heard of that before.

The Old Giant Clam became increasingly confused.

"Does the feeling feel strong?"

The Old Giant Clam pondered for a moment.

"Weak."

It may seem intimidating at first, but it easily breaks free from its influence and doesn't exert much of a binding force.

Liang Qu nodded and released control of the small fish, letting them swim freely.

"Do not display this ability in front of Demon Beast, lest you bring disaster upon yourself."

The Old Giant Clam offered kind advice.

After spending a couple of days together, although Liang Qu often did some inexplicable things, he was still a good person.

Wandering around in the Great Marsh, basking in the sun in the pond, and occasionally chatting with a few Water Beast, it's much better than the hard life I used to lead as a lone clam. At least I have someone to joke with.

"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

The better the bloodline of a Spirit Monster, the greater the benefit it can gain from being eaten. If it recklessly displays its power in the Great Marsh, it may attract the attention of some Great Demon.

Liang Qu looked up and saw a faint red glow peeking through the dark clouds.

It was already dark.

The auction ended at noon, interspersed with competitions, merit-sharing ceremonies, and the preparation of medicine; by then it was already evening.

Besides, there's still one martial art I haven't learned yet; it's not too late to go to the Great Marsh tomorrow.

Liang Qu returned to his Quiet Room and took out the free intermediate-level martial arts technique Thunder Character Seal Technique, which he had won in the competition.

Remove the sealing wax from the rim and unroll the scroll to take a look.

This was the first time he had learned martial arts of the Myriad Aspects, especially the more practical lightning element.

"It's a bit like the Palm Thunder, hmm? And it also has some movement techniques... It's quite peculiar. Could it be combined with the Ying Long Mark? I'll try it in my dreams tonight."

Inside the kitchen, Aunt Zhang brought out bowls and chopsticks.

To make things easier, Liang Qu always ate in the kitchen, saving himself the trouble of carrying his food back and forth.

The Old Monk went into the kitchen and sat down opposite.

Liang Qu ladled rice into his bowl and habitually asked if he had gained anything, receiving the same answer as always.

"Never."

"Master, you don't need to be too attached to a single scripture. Go out more often and balance work and rest."

The Old Monk studied Consciousness-Only Theory every day, and while he didn't forget to eat and sleep, he rarely left his room.

As a result, Liang Qu could only see him during mealtimes each day, and his presence became much less noticeable.

Even an external brain needs rest.

"Good."