Chapter 4, Is Disaster Approaching

The moonlight outside spills in, instantly transforming the atmosphere within the room into a chilling gloom

Now that you have eaten your last meal, please rest assured, grandfather, as you embark on your journey

My uncle and my dad had a few arguments, and in the end, he simply resorted to harshness and scolded my dad

The official made a decisive statement: "Let the child carry his grandfather to the coffin on the mountain for burial, and remember that the body must not touch the ground along the way"

Just as I was about to say something, Mr. Duan stepped forward and closed the door

My uncle spoke to me seriously.

I interrupted my mother, saying: "Mom, there is no time left. If we do not bury Grandpa as the elder suggested, I might face an even worse outcome later."

At that moment, the gentleman pulled me back a little

What does it mean? Master Duan. Uncle's attitude towards Master Duan was still quite calm.

Seeing me say this, my mother finally stopped saying anything more; her eyes quickly turned red, and she began to wipe away her tears. Seeing her like this filled my heart with guilt

Thus, I stood at the door, watching helplessly as my grandfather's corpse finished the "倒头饭".

If it were not for the moonlight illuminating the earth tonight, it would be difficult to even walk on the road

Regardless of the circumstances, I hope that my grandfather finds peace on his journey, rather than remaining here in this world in such a manner

I ask myself, my courage is indeed not small. Having followed my uncle as a butcher for five years, I have long since developed my bravery. However, seeing the scene before me now still sends chills down my spine, and I couldn't help but shout out loud.

Alright. I nodded, but in reality, I was feeling extremely anxious inside, afraid, tense, and a myriad of emotions surged to the surface.

I am saying softly in my heart

As I expected, my grandfather's body was not heavy, and carrying it was not strenuous for me

After I made an agreement with my mother, I turned to Duan Gong and said: "Duan Gong, I am ready."

As soon as I finished eating, I immediately saw the body that was originally kneeling on the ground suddenly lying flat on the ground, stiff and straight, giving a rather strange impression

My mother suddenly said

At this moment, Duan Gong suddenly spoke up: "Child's uncle, even if you assist in this matter, it is likely that you will not be able to help."

Uncle has always held authority at home. After my uncle spoke up, my father finally closed his mouth, and the place instantly fell silent, with no one daring to speak.

My uncle, my dad, and my mom were supposed to go with me, but they were all stopped by the elder.

I held my breath, feeling an overwhelming tension within me, my palms and the back of my hands continuously breaking out in cold sweat. Just at that moment, I felt a cold hand suddenly touch the back of my neck, and in an instant, I felt a tingling sensation on my scalp

Duan Gong said that this matter can only be handled by myself, and he cannot go either

Duan Gong wore a serious expression, displaying utmost seriousness

As soon as I stepped out, my second and third uncles saw this and quickly distanced themselves.

A storm began to brew in my heart, as I saw my grandfather's corpse kneeling on the ground eating. This event completely overturned my thoughts; prior to this, I had never imagined such a thing.

It is not possible; you cannot accomplish it alone

At that time, my uncle told me some things, and I knew he was trying to build my courage. However, encountering such matters now makes me feel that what he told me before was merely child's play

Even my uncle often shares some strange and unusual stories with me, and I have never heard him say such things before

Seeing this, my father spoke up: "Brother, how can you go for this matter? If anyone should go, it should be me."

My parents came over upon seeing the situation and asked me, "What happened?"

Uncle opposes

I did not conceal anything; I spoke truthfully. The expressions on their faces after hearing it were truly remarkable.

Uncle quickly recovered from his shock, walked up to Duan Gong, and said: "Duan Gong, my father has now finished eating the leftover rice, what should we do next?"

I set out on my journey, and behind me came the sound of my mother's crying, urging me to be careful

Xiao Yang, please get ready, we are about to depart

Child, remember to keep moving forward and never look back. You must not let your grandfather's body touch the ground, otherwise you will surely face great calamity.

I did not turn back and said: "Alright."

The things that my uncle has done truly moved me

It subtly adds a sense of terror to people

After Deng Duan Gong finished speaking, I took a deep breath, clenched my fists, pushed open the door, and walked in

Accompanied by the creaking sound of the door, a wave of cold air pressed against me, causing my complexion to change instantly. A faint smell of decay was permeating the room.

After my grandfather passed away, the moisture in his body quickly evaporated, and since he was not heavy to begin with, carrying him on my back was not a difficult task for me

Well, let's get started

I said to my uncle, "Uncle, I appreciate your kindness, but I will handle this matter myself."

I continued to watch, only to see my grandfather's corpse kneeling on the ground, his legs stiff, his body incredibly rigid, yet his head was buried in the rice bowl

I could not help but feel a heaviness in my heart, yet at this moment, I did not retreat. The situation had already reached this point, and I had to step forward; otherwise, the disastrous consequences of this matter would be unimaginable

If only I did not return home for the New Year

I couldn't help but take a deep breath, and my expression became somewhat unpleasant.

I bowed three times, then stepped forward to place my grandfather on my back and walked outside with him

At that moment, a chilling cold wind blew in, and I couldn't help but shiver

Because I know that Lord Duan is definitely standing behind me, with him standing behind me, I feel a sense of assurance in my heart

Just when I was feeling extremely anxious, I suddenly felt a hand on my shoulder, and my previously tense heart relaxed instantly

Upon hearing this, everyone's expression inevitably changed.

I am the eldest in the family, listen to me

The hurriedly arrived second and third uncles and their families stood silently by, with no one speaking

The scene before me is something I could never have imagined in my lifetime

However ... ...

Seeing my grandfather unable to be laid to rest peacefully, I actually feel quite troubled inside

Uncle said: "Duan Gong, the place where my father is buried is at least 5 kilometers away. The child cannot carry it alone; I fear he won't be able to walk that far. Otherwise, let me go with the child."

The bowls next to me are already empty, while there are still some that have not been finished.

However, I can only endure; this matter originated from me, and it must also conclude with me

At this moment, my emotions are somewhat complicated, yet I have not delayed; I have previously carried over a hundred pounds of pork at my uncle's house.

I walked up to my grandfather, knelt down with a "thud," and said earnestly: "Grandfather, all these matters are my fault. I have offended you and caused you to have an accident. I kindly ask you to forgive me this time, considering that I am your own grandson.

As the saying goes, to untie the bell, one must find the person who tied it; this matter is a consequence between the child and his grandfather, thus it must be resolved by him