Chapter 2, The Chosen One
"Is it done? I watched you grow up. Offering flattery without reason is either deceitful or thieving! Just wag that little tail behind you, and I’ll know what you’re thinking! Speak up, what is it? As long as it’s not too excessive, I’ll agree to it," Aunt Lan glanced at Zhao Futu and pretended to be disdainful. Zhao Futu is not a person with overly complicated thoughts; for a woman as astute as Aunt Lan, figuring out his true intentions is indeed too easy.
Alright! Zhao Futu approached Aunt Lan with a sheepish expression, placed the tofu pudding on the table, and gently rested his long, fair hands on her shoulders, softly kneading them.
After finishing the nail trimming, Aunt Lan repeatedly examined them and, after confirming that there were no flaws whatsoever, finally let him go with satisfaction. She was a very particular woman, paying great attention to the details of life. She placed Zhao Futu's fair and slender fingers in her palm, gently rubbing them, and slowly said: "These hands are just like a girl's hands, yet you don't know how to cherish them properly"
Zhao Futu once again expressed his fear of Aunt Lan, and he smiled wryly as he explained: "Aunt, you can rest assured. I will not become a monk, truly!"
This ... ... is not very long either" Zhao Futu said awkwardly, feeling helpless
On the way back, Zhao Futu still felt a lingering sense of fear
There is nothing much, I just came to see you Zhao Futu quickly shook his head and said
Aunt Koran feels that a young man in his early twenties, who constantly has an affinity for these peculiar things, is indeed vastly different from others in his age group
What is this related to!
When it comes to it, Zhao Futu's greatest fear in this life is surprisingly this Aunt Lan before him
"Go ahead, how much is it? Aunt will buy it for you." In the end, Aunt Lan let out a sigh, gently stroked Zhao Futu's head with a hint of indulgence, and spoke slowly
"What!" Aunt Lan immediately jumped up upon hearing this. She reached out her delicate hand and twisted Zhao Futu's ear, roaring, "Speak! Have you done something bad outside? Then come back to deceive me? Have you gotten into some trouble?"
Space opened! Automatically extracting host data, generating contractor number...
As for Zhao Futu's skill in breaking bricks, it truly does not measure up to Aunt Lan's standards
However, just as Zhao Futu was lost in thought pondering these questions, the staircase he was ascending underwent a startling transformation! The winding staircase seemed endless, surrounded by a swirling mass of black clouds. The clouds rolled and churned incessantly, within which faintly glimmered an eerie red light. This deep crimson glow contained a mysterious power that captivated the heart and ensnared the mind.
You little rascal! You dare to eat Auntie's tofu! Are you tired of living? Aunt Lan raised her hand to touch the spot where Zhao Futu had secretly kissed her, feigning anger as she spoke
"Auntie, look what I brought you!" As soon as Zhao Futu entered the shop, he saw a woman sitting at the counter, her hair elegantly styled and wearing a light blue long dress that accentuated her curves, exuding an air of grace and nobility. He raised the tofu pudding in his hand, revealing a hint of a flattering smile. Aunt Lan, coming from a scholarly family, naturally possessed a unique aura. Every time Zhao Futu saw her, he felt inexplicably guilty, much like a primary school student facing a teacher.
In any case, it is all monotonous and repetitive
Upon hearing this, Zhao Futu suddenly felt somewhat awkward
Among them, the effect of Lantian jade is the best
Sometimes, he would also be very curious about Aunt Lan's origins. Given that her ancestral home is in a place like the capital, Aunt Lan's background must be quite extraordinary
However, seeing his disheveled escape, I couldn't help but smile wryly
This ancient poem was originally taught to me by you, that piece is genuine Lantian jade, you should know that Lantian jade is quite expensive, right
Turning a corner, Zhao Futu walked past the intersection and stopped in front of a high-end women's clothing boutique named 'Yameng' located at the front section of the commercial street and the bookstore.
Despite the imposing name of Zhao Futu, it holds no significance in front of Aunt Lan; it is merely a decoration.
Zhao Futu is very familiar with the acupoints of the human body, as it would be quite laughable for someone on the path of cultivation to forget even a few acupoints. He comes from a single-parent family and faced considerable hardship in his early years. His mother worked tirelessly every day to raise him, often returning home with aches and pains. Zhao Futu matured early and felt he should do something to help, so he began to learn massage on his own at a young age, aiming to help his mother relax her muscles and bones each day
Aunt Lan, please try this, it was just bought.
The group of charlatans on the internet runs rampant without restraint, precisely because of this
His ancestral home is in Jiangnan. After a major flood in 1998, he came to the north to rely on his mother for support.
Master
In the corridor, the dark clouds continued to surge wildly, resembling a celebration that had neither begun nor would ever end. Interspersed among them were terrifying flashes of red lightning, silent yet carrying a terrifying momentum that swept across the land. The boundless black clouds rolled and churned, then scattered, revealing a massive archway that seemed to connect heaven and earth amidst waves of horror. This archway had a metallic texture and a flesh-like hue, adorned with chaotic and menacing fangs and sharp teeth. The boundless black clouds rolled and churned, then scattered, revealing a massive archway that seemed to connect heaven and earth amidst waves of horror. This archway had a metallic texture and a flesh-like hue, adorned with chaotic and menacing fangs and sharp teeth
The bronze door of the ghost's head slowly opened, and immediately a tremendous suction force emanated from within
In the midst of contemplation, Zhao Futu had yet to react when he was involuntarily pulled into the ghostly copper door, which resembled a ferocious beast with its gaping maw!
Seeing Zhao Futu's fawning expression, Aunt Lan shot him a glance, feeling both amused and exasperated. However, she quickly straightened her face and said, "Come here, I have something to discuss with you"
Target locked
That is a piece of Lantian jade, and it really costs that much! This price is after the discount. Where have I ever caused any trouble from childhood to now? You cannot slander me!
Unfortunately
It must be said that it is the work of fate
"Little Floating Pagoda, I must say you are not so little anymore." Aunt Lan was completely unaware of her slip of the tongue. She grasped Zhao Floating Pagoda's hand and earnestly advised, "I know a little about your childhood. Just practice some qigong and take care of your health; you must not become too obsessed with it. Cultivating the Dao, while not entirely superstitious, is certainly not something for ordinary people to engage in, right?"
Zhao Futu sat down, listening to Aunt Lan quietly complaining as she held his hand, saying nothing more than how he was so unclean, careless about his appearance, and how he would be unable to find a wife in the future.
Upon hearing this, Zhao Futu immediately felt speechless
However, as the conversation continued, Aunt Lan began to feel a bit soft-hearted again
The moon over the vast sea shines brightly, while the sun warms the blue fields, causing the jade to emit a mist
Zhao Futu stopped in front of a shop selling tofu pudding. Aunt Lan enjoys tofu pudding, the kind that is plain and smooth, with a light taste. Aunt Lan is a woman who truly knows how to enjoy life; she hails from Beijing and comes from a scholarly family. Zhao Futu has not heard her mention much about her origins, but she is quite particular about food and possesses a refined artistic taste, which has inadvertently led her to develop excellent culinary skills. Aunt Lan is a woman who truly knows how to enjoy life; she hails from Beijing and comes from a scholarly family. Zhao Futu has not heard her mention much about her origins, but she is quite particular about food and possesses a refined artistic taste, which has inadvertently led her to develop excellent culinary skills.
In fact, it is nothing much; I just have my eye on a piece of jade and want to buy it. Upon seeing Aunt Lan's expression, Zhao Futu realized that his little scheme was still too naive in front of her, so he could only muster the courage to say.
Having finished speaking, Aunt Lan took out a nail clipper from her small bag, grasped Zhao Futu's hands, and began to trim them carefully
Since one cannot rely on others, one can only depend on oneself. In reality, setting aside those legendary and bizarre things, the only items that can truly serve as protective talismans are jade.
The affairs of the world are unpredictable, "When a child wishes to support their parents, the parents are no longer there." Life is filled with sorrow; nothing compares to this in the realm of literature.
Aunt Lan is a very good person, but she has one flaw, which is that she is even stricter than his mother. For instance, when Zhao Futu comes to her shop, he must tidy himself up properly first; otherwise, he is sure to be criticized. However, such actions always make him feel warm at heart. After his mother's passing, Aunt Lan has become the closest person to him in this world
"Alright. Speak up, what is it?" As if noticing Zhao Futu's speechless expression, Aunt Lan raised her hand to sweep back her long hair, revealing a hint of a charming smile, and said slowly
... ...
Exit the community and turn at the intersection
At such times, he could only sit quietly and wait for Aunt Lan to finish speaking
She always feels uneasy
The current state of practitioners is mixed, and it can be said that this is the most chaotic era. Those who know a little about something start to deceive others under various banners, and there is fundamentally no one trustworthy.
Zhao Futu's technique was excellent, and Aunt Lan couldn't help but close her eyes in comfort. However, she soon opened her eyes, grabbed Zhao Futu's finger, brought it close to her face, took a look, and then complained, "Why are your nails so long? Don't you know to trim them?"
She glanced at Zhao Futu, hesitated for a moment, and then said: "If you really want to buy it, Aunt Lan can ask a friend to bring you another piece of jade another day"
At that moment, a mysterious and deep voice echoed in this space shrouded by terrifying forces
"Really not? Then Auntie won't care?" Seeing Zhao Futu's conflicted expression, Aunt Lan immediately revealed a playful look on her face, her beautiful phoenix eyes slightly narrowing, and the corners of her mouth curling up into a slight arc
... ...
Upon hearing this, Aunt Lan immediately furrowed her brows, casting a doubtful gaze at Zhao Futu. After seeing his calm demeanor, she finally relaxed her fingers, maintaining a stern expression as she reprimanded, "No! Why would you buy such expensive jade when you have no need for it? This item cannot be eaten. Last year, I spent a considerable amount on buying you a house, and now with prices rising so sharply, where would I find the spare money to buy you such costly jade?"
Little Futu, it would be better not to buy such an expensive jade, okay?
Having spoken, he fled the scene
Welcome to the Nightmare Space! Chosen One!
Jade is definitely a must-buy. According to ancient texts, during the critical moments of fate, various incarnations of demons and spirits may appear. Without protective items, it is easy to be disturbed by these malevolent spirits, leading to confusion in the mind and misalignment of vital energy, resulting in a descent into madness. Zhao Futu ascended the steps, pondering: "I have cultivated my way through self-exploration, without a master to protect me, so I can only seek help from other sources."
Although Aunt Lan sometimes dotes on him, he is indeed quite afraid of her. Do not be deceived by Aunt Lan's delicate and fragile appearance; when she truly gets angry, her imposing presence is astonishing
Zhao Futu, in pain, immediately raised his hand in surrender and said: "Aunt, I truly did not!"
Entering the community, I ascended the stairs; Zhao Futu resides on the third floor
Zhao Futu cautiously glanced at Aunt Lan and whispered, "Thirty-six thousand."
Old Zhao's family has only you as a child, and you say that if you become infatuated and can't think straight, you want to become a monk
How can I explain this to your mother
From childhood to adulthood, Zhao Futu, driven by his curiosity about alchemy, purchased numerous peculiar items, which always left the two women on edge, fearing that one day he might decide to become a monk. Fortunately, he has not entertained such thoughts; over the years, apart from acquiring some jade and arranging odd formations like the Bagua, he has merely burned a bit of sandalwood and engaged in other minor activities, none of which could be considered too outrageous.
Zhao Futu found himself in a situation that was both amusing and perplexing, as Aunt Lan's contrasting demeanor was truly striking. However, for some reason, he felt a warm and swelling sensation in his heart, as if something was about to overflow. In a moment of impulse, he unexpectedly embraced Aunt Lan and planted a kiss on her left cheek. Yet, immediately after, he felt a twinge of regret and hurriedly said, "Then I won't buy it. Aunt, take your time eating; I will leave first."