Chapter 7, Zeng Ping
Aunt Zeng called me the night the professor had the incident. At that time, we were still in Dalian for a meeting, and the call was made to my home. After I returned home, I listened to the recording; the professor only said one sentence in Hindi, which was, "The fifth secret of Gitanjali." Later, we discovered two lines of text that the professor had secretly written in this book. Shen Mo took out that copy of Gitanjali, turned to page fifty-two, and handed it to Professor Zeng Ping. Later, we discovered two lines of text that the professor had secretly written in this book. Shen Mo took out that copy of Gitanjali, turned to page fifty-two, and handed it to Professor Zeng Ping.
"Aunt Zeng, what is wrong with you?" Shen Mo asked nervously
Indeed, that makes sense
The story told by Professor Zeng Ping is the prologue that appears at the beginning of this book
Come in and speak
Silently bowing: "Thank you, Aunt Zeng!"
Tell me, do you believe in spells? What is the definition of a spell in your dictionary?
"Aunt Zeng, what exactly is going on?" Shen Mo asked
Thank you, Aunt! No need to trouble yourself, we will take care of it ourselves. Silence and Xia Xiaowei bowed and turned around
Shen Mo glanced at Xia Xiaowei and pressed the bell
The story itself has no ending, and this is true for any story. It is the characters within the story that come to an end, as one performs and another takes the stage. I cannot tell you more, as I too am not well-informed. How about this: I can answer three questions for you. After those three questions, let us never speak of this topic again. " Zeng's expression was flat.
I want to know the reason for the professor's victimization
"Director Zeng, I ... ... " The tone of silence was slightly hesitant
Aunt Zeng, what is wrong with you? Do you need to go to the hospital? Silence stood up, stood beside Zeng Ping, and held her hand
No! We would like to ask you for a favor...
Indeed. Your children are happier, and I... feel more at ease. Therefore, your death holds great value
The Eye of Brahma is the eye of the Creator God, Brahma. Professor Zeng Ping said, "Let me tell you a story..."
In the small courtyard in front of the building, the chrysanthemums are in full bloom
The professor's last phone call was to me. The professor said - do not call the police
Director Zeng, we have come specifically from Yujiang to visit you
Professor Zeng Ping's expression suddenly changed, fleeting in an instant: "Speak slowly, and speak in detail."
Professor Zeng Ping fumbled in his pocket and took out a paper packet, which he opened. Inside were two small pills.
Professor Zeng Ping looked at the backs of the two individuals and said, "Wait a moment..."
Shen Mo and Xia Xiaowei were unaware that, at this moment, Professor Zeng Ping had already passed away
After a moment of silence, he asked the first question: "Where is the Eye of Brahma that Ideye Alue stole now?"
Professor Zeng Ping placed two white pills into his mouth and drank water
"It's nothing... nothing at all, just an old problem, it will be fine in a moment," said Zeng Ping
What exactly is this proposition? Aunt Zeng, please take your time to explain.
Child, perhaps one day you will regret it
Shen Mo and Xia Xiaowei entered the door and walked into the living room
Aunt Zeng, this story does not have an ending
I did not warn them—children, there are wolves behind you
You will face retribution. So will I
After that rainy night, the Eye of Brahma, which was left behind in the great hall of the temple by Yidiye, became an unparalleled enigma. It seemed to have suddenly vanished without a trace... The proposition of death seeks to uncover its whereabouts from the memories of history... as if searching for a lost grain of corn in the desert... How easy it is to say! Some say that the Eye of Brahma has been imbued with a mysterious curse, and all who have come into contact with it are doomed to die... Stories are merely stories; they can only provide you with some form of enlightenment... All enlightenment is obscure, and the essence within it relies on your own understanding. Professor Zeng Ping took a sip of water and concluded the narration of the story.
"Wonderful, truly wonderful," said a man's voice
Professor Zeng Ping was gasping for breath, as if he might be unable to catch his breath at any moment
Director Zeng
Professor Zeng Ping suddenly grasped Shen Mo's hand tightly, trembling incessantly: "The Eye of Brahma... The Eye of Brahma!"
The world-renowned diamond, the Orlov, is known as the Eye of Brahma, and it consists of two diamonds
Xia Xiaowei also got up and stood beside Professor Zeng Ping
"Aunt Zeng, are you referring to Professor Li Tian from Daxia University?" The expression on Shen Mo's face suddenly turned pale, and his lips turned blue
The sound of clapping. Once, then again. Loud, yet solitary
You may go to find Old Lady Feng with six fingers near Guangyue Tower; she has something that might interest you
"Aunt Zeng, please have a seat. I will come!" Shen Mo quickly said
Your professor will be very pleased to hear this
"Those who understand me know my worries, while those who do not understand me question my desires. You, are you one who understands me or one who does not?" The man's voice had been concealed behind a door facing the living room.
The sky has darkened, and the lights have just begun to shine.
Help me
"You are Xia Qing's student, do not call me Dean, call me Auntie," Professor Zeng Ping glanced at Xia Xiaowei, "Silence, let your friend sit, what would you like to drink? Tea or coffee? I only have instant coffee here. Today is Saturday, the little maid has taken leave for some matters, and my spouse and children are not coming back, so I am all alone at home."
"Death Proposition? Aunt Zeng, what is the Death Proposition?"
At the west gate of Yiyishanzhuang, Shen Mo and Xia Xiaowei waved to hail a taxi
The door opened, and a woman in her fifties peeked out, her face filled with astonishment
Shen Mo and Xia Xiaowei sat down anxiously
I will also do so. To assist tyranny for personal gain
Zeng's face was expressionless, yet his hands trembled incessantly: "Children, did you come all the way from Yujiang just to say this to me?"
I? Of course I believe! The essence of a spell is to convey a transcendent mental magnetic field through obscure sound symbols. This powerful force is capable of penetrating through centuries of time and space while remaining boundless in its magical efficacy
"The Eye of Brahma." Zeng Ping affirmed
Death is our ultimate destination, merely a matter of a day earlier or a day later. Your death will allow your children to live more happily
Upon seeing the line of text on the page, Professor Cheng Ping's face turned pale, and sweat trickled down his cheeks, remaining silent for a long time
The two of them had just reached the door when they turned around simultaneously
You still possess that compassionate heart. Good people are rewarded for their goodness—therefore, I allow you to die with dignity
Housed in the State Museum of Russia, now known as Olof
Oh, I have occasionally come across this name while researching. "Aunt Shen, I would like to know the details of this topic."
September 16, 17:55. A standalone villa in Jingyuan, Yiyi Mountain Villa, located in the eastern suburbs of Liaocheng
Can you tell me one of the endings?
"You all sit down, I am fine." Professor Zeng Ping released Shen Mo's hand, "Shen Mo, you also go sit down. I have something to say."
I cannot answer this question. I have mentioned before that I have not truly engaged with this topic. I merely told you a story, and a story is never history. Stories can be fabricated, but history requires verification. Professor Zeng Ping's complexion grew increasingly pale, "I am tired, so I will not keep you any longer"
You have already done enough. They will remember you
Xia Xiaowei remained silent, continuously gazing at Zeng Ping
Why? Why do you need to know this! Child, leave it, stay away from it
"Child, you need not speak. I know you are Xia Qing's daughter; you resemble your mother too much! The corners of your eyes and the arch of your brows are all her shadow," Professor Zeng Ping interrupted Xia Xiaowei, "Child, don't you want to call me 'Aunt'?"
The cutting style of those two diamonds belongs to the rose cut, " replied Zeng Ping, but this was clearly not the answer that Shen Mo was looking for
"Ah, Aunt!" Professor Zeng Ping's words made Xia Xiaowei feel a bit embarrassed, and she timidly called out.
I will. You will not
What is the relationship between Rabindranath Tagore and the Eye of Brahma?" Silence asked the third question
Shen Mo stood up: "Aunt Zeng, I apologize for the interruption! Well... we shall take our leave now, please rest well."
"Have you achieved your purpose? What exactly do you want?" Professor Zeng Ping sat without looking towards the source of the voice
"Go ahead, child, take a seat." Professor Zeng Ping interrupted the silence.
Former Director... ..." Xia Xiaowei couldn't help but want to say something
Silence poured a glass of plain water for each person and sat down on the sofa himself
Silence! How come it's you? Are you here on a business trip to Liaocheng? How did you find this place? What are you all doing here...
Silence narrates
Only time will tell what happens in the future. Aunt Zeng, the professor died a tragic death... Silent tears flowed.
"It is indeed this person. How? Do you know him?" Zeng Ping was clearly very surprised
Alright, let's hit the road
Can you... let the two children go
Yes, there is no conclusion. Many stories do not have an ending, and the absence of an ending means there are many conclusions.
Child, this is the work of the police
Assisting tyranny? Haha... No, no! That term is quite inappropriate. Among the things you just told them, which one is false? None, not a single one. You are helping them, guiding them... They will be grateful to you
"You all sit down," Zeng Ping said as he took a seat himself, pointing to the sofa across from him.
Lying! If such a curse really existed, the one who should be cursed the most is you
Aunt Zeng! I..." He softly called out, wanting to say, I am right here with you.
What is the relationship between the Eye of Brahma and the rose? Silence posed the second question, as he thought of the desert rose
Xia Xiaowei keenly noticed the change in Professor Zeng Ping's expression
The proposition of death is not a scientific concept; it is merely a term I have coined for it—because all those who have studied this proposition have paid the price with their lives
The Eye of Brahma? "" Silence and astonishment.
Brahma, Jayashima, Wu Shangxian, Gong Li Yan, Nang Zhan, Fu Heng ... Tagore, Puyi
Professor Zeng Ping sat still, gently waving his hand towards Shen Mo, signaling them to leave quickly
Yes, two enormous diamonds, each nearly 200 carats
It will also make you feel more at ease
The taxi headed straight for Jiangbei University.
What is the Eye of Brahma
Silence seemed to have made a great resolution: "Aunt Zeng! Professor Xia has been murdered."
Speak. You have come such a long way, there must be something important to discuss
The two departed, and with a gentle motion, silence softly closed the door behind them
Child, do you have great admiration for your professor
Xia Xiaowei whispered, "Brother Shenmo, do not reveal who I am."
Let them go
Indeed, everyone, without exception, either met with sudden death or mysteriously disappeared. From the Russian historian Petrov, the Japanese scholar Torii Ichiro, to our own historian Li Tian. You may not be familiar with the name Li Tian, and very few people know of him now. However, in the 1930s, this was once a name that resonated widely.
Children, this is all I know, and perhaps I cannot be of much help to you. You can stay at the Liuyuan Hotel tonight, which is conveniently located on campus. Stay for as many days as you like, and just put it on my account
It is not worship. The flame of knowledge is passed down, and the grace is akin to rebirth
You are very persistent. Child, in this regard, you are quite similar to your professor. Well, I will tell you. However, I have never truly engaged with this topic, and my knowledge is very limited. The essence of this topic is the search for the second eye of Brahma.
Aunt Zeng, please grant my request
"Child, your teacher has ventured into a fatal proposition," Professor Zhenping's voice trembled