Chapter 005: To Capture by Letting Go
Ah, ah, sister-in-law, quickly, listen to the words of the real person and go call out. Upon hearing the old priest's words, Miao the elder hurriedly pushed his sister-in-law.
Is it possible that the inexplicable things in one's own mind are merely a compass
"Real person, if you have something to say, just let me know, and I will help you with it, won't I?" At this moment, Miao Laoda was like a drowning person, grasping a lifeline, unwilling to let go no matter what.
This time, the second brother was involved in a car accident, resulting not only in loss of life but also in severe damage to the vehicle. In this day and age, there is hardly any mention of insurance, and all the losses must be borne by the Miao family
Miao Laoda followed Ye Tian's finger and saw the place where the host, Xie, had been receiving guests for condolences. For the past few days, his sister-in-law had been sitting there holding the child.
The old man did not intend to deliberately intimidate Miao Laoda. Feng Shui and the energy of the land are inherently related to Yin and Yang. The presence of these two ponds behind the residence will lead to the accumulation and stagnation of Yin energy, which over time can cause a person's mind to become unsettled.
Upon hearing the woman's voice, the old priest cradled the child in his left arm, extended his right hand, pretended to grasp at the air, and then gently stroked the child's chest and back.
The accident involving the second son of the Miao family may not be related to this pond, but filling in and leveling the pond will undoubtedly bring significant benefits to the residents who come after
Although he has made some money in the past two years, after deducting the costs of repairs and compensating the owner, Miao Laoda is feeling somewhat financially strained. Therefore, the words of the old Daoist just now were like a bright lamp, illuminating a path of hope for him
Yes, Mr. Miao, have someone fill in the pond, and the feng shui will naturally be restored
Upon hearing the words of Elder Miao, the old Daoist reached into the wide sleeves of his robe and pulled out an object. Holding it with both hands, he stood up and began to walk around the room
The old Taoist pondered for a moment and said, "To be honest with you, Mr. Miao, the Taoist temple on the mountain has fallen into disrepair over the years. Last night’s heavy rain further damaged the ancestral master’s tablet. I need to find a construction team to carry out repairs; otherwise, I would feel unworthy of the ancestral master."
The old Taoist nodded in approval, turned his face towards Master Miao, and said: "Master Miao, ever since your brother passed away, this child has been crying incessantly, hasn't he? Moreover, he is easily startled awake at night..."
Just a moment ago, there were still doubts in front of the two Taoists, an old man and a young man, but now, Miao Laoda truly regards the old Taoist as a living deity
On this day at noon, with the blazing sun hanging high, it is the time when the yang energy is at its peak. Yet this place is eerily gloomy; could it not be the work of malevolent spirits?
After speaking, Ye Tian pointed to the location of the thin mist he had just seen and said, "There, right there..."
Indeed, Mr. Miao, I must speak frankly. Your house has an open and spacious hall, with beautiful mountains in front, and the feng shui is originally quite good. However, these two ponds are indicative of sorrow in the hall, with the cries of orphans and widows echoing long. Not only will both adults and children suffer from sudden illnesses, but it is also likely to attract other misfortunes
As for why this child suddenly stopped crying, it is certainly due to the skill of the experienced individual
After glancing at the wailing infant, the old priest extended his hand and held the child in his arms, addressing the child's mother: "You go around the front and back of the house and call out this child's name..."
Initially, Ye Tian did not speak, and he had not paid much attention. However, after hearing Ye Tian's words, Miao Laoda took a few steps forward and indeed felt a chilling aura, which instantly made his scalp tingle.
Here
After hearing the old priest's words, Ye Tian couldn't help but tug at the old priest's robe. Having come all this way, not to mention the matter of repairing the temple, he hadn't even had lunch yet. Why was he leaving? Could it be that the teacher was also a model of selflessness like Lei Feng?
After hearing the words of the old Taoist, the boy's mother could not help herself and was about to kneel down with the child in her arms, but she was supported by the old Taoist with one hand
Hmm? Not bad, you noticed it too?
Well then, since I need to dispel the malevolent energy of your residence, I shall stay for one more day
Seeing the object in the old priest's hand, Ye Tian's eyes suddenly brightened. The tortoise shell that had appeared in his mind twice today bore a striking resemblance to this object, almost eight or nine parts alike
However, his words were articulated with great clarity, causing the old Taoist beside him to nod repeatedly, a hint of surprise appearing in his eyes, as if to say, "Did I not teach him any of this?"
Compass
Upon hearing the old Taoist's words, Miao Laoda immediately patted his chest, thinking that compared to his wealth and life, spending some money to help the old Taoist build a temple was hardly a big deal
Oh, don't cry, don't cry...
Ye Tian, with his small frame adorned with a Taoist crown, attempts to speak in a manner befitting an adult, yet he invariably conveys a rather peculiar impression
This ... ...
In just a few words, the old Taoist accurately described the events happening at home, causing Miao Laoda to show a look of astonishment. He grabbed the old Taoist and said, "Master Li, you are absolutely right. Our Miao family has only this one remaining descendant. You must save this child."
Children often have a tendency to show off. Although Ye Tian is much smarter and more talented in books than his peers, upon noticing Miao Laoda's slightly disdainful attitude towards him, he also feels a sense of competitiveness arise within him
"Real person, oh, no, the old immortal is sitting inside, please sit inside quickly..."
As the saying goes, "a solitary yin cannot thrive, and a solitary yang cannot endure." This applies not only to children but also to frail adults who, if they stay in cold and damp environments for extended periods, may experience an imbalance of yin and yang within their bodies, leading to illness. This has nothing to do with the concept of the soul or spirit.
After pouring tea for Lao Dao and Ye Tian, Miao Laoda spoke up: "Old Immortal, ever since my brothers and I started the transportation business, our days have been getting better and better. However, I don't know what has been happening lately; we have been facing one misfortune after another. I kindly ask you to show us a clear path forward."
Before Ye Tian could speak, Miao Laoda first objected, grabbing the old Daoist and saying: "Master, this is not acceptable. You are the savior of my nephew. If I let you leave like this, how will I avoid being ridiculed by others in the future"
"Calling the name?" The child's mother was momentarily taken aback, unsure of what the old immortal meant.
Indeed, I once went to the south to deliver goods, where aquaculture is quite developed. Therefore, I also dug these two fish ponds, which was just a month ago
After hearing the old Taoist's words, Miao Laoda realized that the symptoms were indeed rooted here. He couldn't help but feel immense regret, as his momentary thought had inadvertently cost the life of his own brother
In rural areas, there is a belief known as "calling the soul," which is also referred to in some places as "shouting for surprise" or "calling the soul." While women may not have heard of it, Miao Laoda is well aware of it, thus he firmly believes in the words of the old Taoist.
Miao, do not be anxious; I will take a look at the feng shui of this house for you
Good child, do not cry, the soul returns... and - picture - book
"Mr. Li, so that's what happened. I am familiar with the construction team in the town. How about this: you stay here for a day, and tomorrow morning I will take the construction team to help you repair the temple?"
Seeing the master walk out of the room with the compass, Ye Tian did not bother to investigate further and hurriedly followed him.
"This... this is Miao Jushi, I truly have matters to attend to." The old Daoist's face revealed a look of difficulty
Hearing Miao Laoda's words, Ye Tian, who was beside the old master, almost burst out laughing. What was this nonsense about being frightened and losing one's soul? It was all just absurd.
So... does that mean we just need to fill in the pond
Master
Ye Tian had a moment of clarity, yet no matter how he thought about the appearance of the tortoise shell at this moment, and compared it with the compass in the old Daoist's hand, his mind remained utterly blank
Miao Laoda nodded repeatedly, then with a puzzled expression said: "Old Immortal, could it be... that these two fish ponds are the source of the trouble?"
The old Taoist nodded, then performed a bow and said: "Miao, you have already resolved the feng shui arrangement. My disciple and I have matters to attend to at the Taoist temple, so we shall take our leave now"
Although the old Taoist claims that the feng shui layout has been resolved, Boss Miao remains unconvinced. Furthermore, the malevolent energy in the small building still lingers. What if the old Taoist leaves and the child falls ill again?
It is not permissible, it is not permissible, I have done my best
This child has a dull complexion, appears listless, and exhibits coldness in the limbs, all of which are manifestations of a Yin syndrome in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The primary reason is that the child has spent an extended period in an environment with excessive Yin energy, leading to stagnation and accumulation of Yin energy within the body
As they reached the back of the small building, the old priest stopped and pointed to two ponds about seven or eight meters away, asking: "Miao, this pond behind the courtyard was just dug not long ago, wasn't it?"
It seems as if the child's soul has truly been captured by the old priest; the infant, who had been wailing incessantly, suddenly fell silent, staring with a pair of tear-filled big eyes, curiously observing the old priest
Ye Tian knew that the old man, in addition to his expertise in feng shui and physiognomy, also possessed profound knowledge in traditional Chinese medicine. Coupled with a lifetime of practicing the guiding techniques of the Ma Yi lineage, which emphasizes the cultivation of soft energy, helping a child to regulate their breath was certainly an effortless task for him
After witnessing this, Ye Tian secretly withdrew the hand that had been tugging at the old Taoist's sleeve. No wonder the master had asked him to memorize "The Art of War" and "The Thirty-Six Stratagems"; it turns out that the old fellow had mastered the tactic of feigning weakness to lure the enemy in.
This immediate effect left Miao Laoda both shocked and overjoyed, as his second brother had already departed, and the only remaining bloodline of the Miao family could not afford to encounter any more troubles
High, indeed it is high
Although this is the largest town surrounding Maoshan, it is still considered rural. The area around the town is filled with farmland, and these two ponds are rather inconspicuous.
However, to Ye Tian, none of this seemed particularly remarkable; yet in the eyes of Miao Laoda, it was nothing short of divine behavior. After allowing the two into the main room, he immediately busied himself with serving tea and pouring water, perhaps even more diligently than when his father was alive
Oh, venerable immortal, I beseech you, please save my child
The old man chuckled upon hearing this, stroked his beard with his hand, and said: "The child has been a bit startled, causing one soul and one spirit to be frightened away. Coupled with the heavy yin energy here, that is why it is like this. However, it is not a serious matter."
The old deity of flatulence, an old swindler would be more accurate
Upon seeing the warm and earnest invitation from Elder Miao, the old Taoist naturally complied and returned to the residence with Ye Tian