Chapter 8: Dream

Moreover, from this day forward, Wu Chengjiu began to teach Tao Xiaowu the proper practice of witchcraft

Moreover, there is always a sensation that feels akin to being burned by fire.

Of course, Tao Xiaowu is not here for the first time; he has visited many times before

Although it is said that people fear ghosts

It appears that no livor mortis has yet developed, indicating that death likely occurred not long ago

All along, every time Tao Xiaowu had this dream, although he had never seen those people with halos, he would immediately wake up from the dream as soon as he encountered someone.

However, Tao Xiaowu found that he could neither pick up nor open any book

Therefore, it seems that the responsibilities of the master and apprentice are limited to the business in the county town and its surrounding areas

However, in reality, due to the terrible traffic issues in this world

In summary, the round trip takes no more than three days

Let him be forever grateful

His hand passed through the book as if it were passing through the air

However, the hunter Qiu Yuan maintained a nonchalant attitude towards him

Just when he was feeling somewhat bored, suddenly, he sensed a force that attracted him.

It was not until this moment that Tao Xiaowu vaguely realized that this so-called Yin Master, Yin Spirit, was actually the Ghost Lord of Hengtian.

However, it seems that Tao Xiaowu had known about it for a long time and was not frightened at all

Only ordinary poor people are the business targets of Tao Xiaowu

However, Tao Xiaowu simply passed through like this

Still, no one is able to discover him, not even when passing by face to face

How can one bind it without sufficient emotion

He appeared to be very familiar with the route, as if it were not his first time here

Seeing the grateful expression on Tao Xiaowu's face, Wu Cheng revealed a smile

In addition to certain rituals, dances, and items such as land incantations, Wu Cheng taught Tao Xiaowu various other forms of witchcraft, which primarily included knowledge of herbs and similar subjects

If upon waking, the contents seen in the book have already become blurred, then what is currently being encountered is false

These books vary in editions, with numerous prints produced

It seems that Tao Xiaowu will never make such a mistake again in his lifetime

Those residing here are likely to have rather poor conditions

This establishment is similar, yet unlike others that are filled to the brim with furniture. In this home's living room, there are individual bookshelves, each adorned with a variety of books

The next day, Tao Xiaowu set off early in the morning to the city to purchase various offerings.

... ...

After all, in the future when he passes away, all subsequent matters will still depend on Tao Xiaowu

Continuing, Wu Chengji brought Tao Xiaowu to the shrine dedicated to the Ghost Lord of the Hengting, where he burned these clay figurines, bamboo horses, brocade, and jade discs as offerings to the deity, in order to purchase land

There is no need to elaborate on the moral teachings of Nanhua, and there are countless others such as those who guide people towards tranquility.

Tao Xiaowu also does not know why he is wandering here, like a lost soul drifting aimlessly.

This dream is too vivid

The owner of this house used to lie in this rocking chair reading, but now they have become a corpse, and the book in their hand has fallen to the ground

Every night, Tao Xiaowu would have that dream

Then, Tao Xiaowu turned around and suddenly discovered that this room was filled with various Taoist scriptures

The wealthy and the officials are gentlemen. Scholars are responsible for their marriages, funerals, and other significant life events

The question is too simple

Moreover, the true wealthy individuals and officials in the city, when in need, would not seek out these sorcerers, but rather rely on certain so-called Confucian scholars to take charge.

As for whether this is a dream or not

As a wizard, apart from conducting funerals and marriages, my primary role is to heal the sick

This is amazing

Tao Xiaowu could see that there were some talismans drawn on the open pages of the book, along with some text.

The fact is indeed so

However, for those weak wandering spirits and ghosts, the living possess yang energy, which is as scorching as flames

Let Tao Xiaowu walk over involuntarily, or rather, float over

There is not much mysterious or exotic color.

The houses in this old-style building are not large, at most they are about thirty to forty square meters in size

However, Tao Xiaowu suddenly realized that today seemed to be somewhat different

This building is already quite old, with aging facilities and narrow living spaces

Only by experiencing it personally and understanding the serious consequences will one truly remember it.

Nevertheless, Tao Xiaowu has gradually mastered this business.

Even the other families in Wuli regard Tao Xiaowu with an indescribable scrutinizing attitude

However, today, for some unknown reason, Tao Xiaowu suddenly discovered that every person he encountered was surrounded by a faint, flame-like red halo.

Could it be that at this moment, I have already died? And then returned to Earth?

Tao Xiaowu casually opened a book, intending to see if he could clearly remember the contents inside upon waking up; if so, then it would be real

It is evident that the owner of this place has a great fondness for reading books

However, he noticed an old manuscript that the old man had seen before his death

A gentleman is a Confucian scholar

In such circumstances, Wu Cheng's health deteriorated day by day

Many things, if you have not experienced them, if you have not made such mistakes, you will never take them seriously

The time here seems to have come to a standstill; every time he comes, this corpse remains the same, without the slightest change

The door could not obstruct Tao Xiaowu's figure, although it seemed to require some effort to pass through the door.

Moreover, they also have a scope of business. Generally speaking, it does not exceed a radius of one hundred miles around Hengyin City

Even the talismans and incantations that Tao Xiaowu learned to deal with the mountain spirit in that dilapidated shrine were learned here

Finally, of course, it was still that witch who took out the money she had been saving, allowing Tao Xiaowu to purchase those offerings

In fact, for the profession of a wizard, there are not many skills or tools required, nor is there a need for magical power

A corpse was seen at a glance

He is like a wandering ghost!

Due to the large quantity of items purchased, the shopkeeper specifically sent several assistants to help carry the items back.

He continued to wander aimlessly throughout the entire floor, lost in his thoughts

Only that Taoist scripture lying on the ground is a handwritten copy, distinct from the other books in the room, making it particularly special

He drifted casually within the building, invisible to all.

Tao Xiaowu gradually realized that these so-called wizards of his were essentially akin to the intermediaries of the underworld in the mortal realm, or perhaps similar to offices handling affairs.

Of course, besides that... it is also a deliberate act of kindness towards Tao Xiaowu...

Thus, although Tao Xiaowu has now become the young master of the witch clan, he still feels like an outsider

Moreover, even in the case of spiritual communication, it seems to rely on agreements... rather than one's own magical power

He dreamed that he had returned once again to that old, modern building shrouded in mist