Chapter 9, The True Master

He is very familiar with the arrangement of the house, and he can use these arrangements to test whether Wang Yang truly possesses the ability

Mr. Wang, how are these bamboos in my home? They have been growing for many years!

His home rarely welcomes outsiders, fearing that something might be damaged. However, Yan Pengchao is not considered an outsider; he is a junior from his village. Wang Yang's earlier words also touched him, and he is willing to take them home to 'have a look'.

There is no reason to be angry about this. Mr. Ma's concerns are valid. You must also remember that feng shui arrangements are not a joke, nor can they be treated casually. Feng shui can have invisible consequences. In the future, do not believe in these matters lightly; just come to me instead

Ma Qiang stood up. He initially intended to ask Wang Yang to demonstrate the things made the day before, such as the fireless incense and the Exorcising Sword, etc. However, upon witnessing the brotherly bond between Wang Yang and Yan Pengchao, he changed his mind. He decided not to have Wang Yang perform those demonstrations for verification, but simply requested him to accompany him home.

When truly encountering a scammer, it becomes a deadly trap for them. It is not overly complicated; just the kind of fierce situation that Yan Pengchao and his group faced before will suffice. Gradually, they will be able to eliminate their entire family. "Lack of geographical knowledge leads to the destruction of a family" is definitely not an exaggeration.

Ma Qiang smiled and explained in front of his own door that his father's reputation was not good back in the day. In the 1970s, he was even subjected to re-education through labor and was referred to as a second-rate person. Later, he went out to trade goods, becoming what is rumored to be a second-hand dealer. He made some money, but he also lost a lot, and he could never manage to retain his fortune

Yan Pengchao was momentarily taken aback and quietly asked, as he had expected Wang Yang to be quite angry about Ma Qiang's request, but he did not anticipate that Wang Yang's attitude would be like this

Let Wang Yang show his skills? What does this mean? If you don't believe in Wang Yang, then don't come over. Now he is the one coming to invite people, yet he still says things like showing his skills, which makes Sun He and Ma Teng feel very indignant on behalf of Wang Yang. In their view, this Ma Qiang is simply looking down on others.

Ma Qiang walked outside and paused for a moment when he reached the courtyard. He glanced at the kitchen that was under construction, a kitchen that had nearly caused harm to a family, and it made him reflect on the words of that old gentleman: a lack of geographical knowledge can lead to the destruction of a family.

Yan Fuqing and Yan Pengchao were both taken aback, while Sun He and Ma Teng displayed even more anger on their faces

Position of the Wind, Xun Stove, Water and Wood Harmonize, Water and Fire Illuminate, Great Auspiciousness and Prosperity, Not Bad, Truly Not Bad

Wang Yang smiled and nodded; he was indeed not angry. Such reminders were appropriate. Taking this opportunity, he was just about to explain a few things to his good brothers, so they would not suffer significant losses in this regard in the future

Uncle Ma Qiang, this is not very appropriate, Wang Yang indeed helped us break the evil spell the day before yesterday, and we all witnessed it with our own eyes

Ma Qiang remembers that after the old gentleman had arranged everything, he proudly remarked that his plans had both obvious and hidden aspects. It was already commendable for an ordinary person to discern the obvious, while those who could perceive the hidden elements could be considered experts

The bamboo and wood surrounding the residence are lush and green, which is quite good, indicating favorable financial prospects

Ma Qiang's home is not far; the village itself is small, and within a few minutes, they arrived at the front gate of Ma Qiang's house. It still resembles the old-style houses of the past, but the gate is quite impressive. Aside from being a bit old, there is nothing else remarkable about it

Ma Qiang was opening the door when Wang Yang slowly uttered a sentence. Ma Qiang suddenly paused, and a look of astonishment appeared in his eyes. The old gentleman had told them back then that their family was the master of the threshold, destined for wealth and nobility.

Indeed, the main threshold is determined by the ugly and the departure, where the harmonious pairing of yin and yang leads to wealth and nobility

Ma Qiang became more respectful, opened the door to the living room, and invited Wang Yang and the others inside. Sun He, Yan Pengchao, and the others also followed in. Although they did not understand feng shui, they could still discern some aspects of home layout. The arrangement of Ma Qiang's living room was several levels better than that of Yan Pengchao's home, featuring not only a fish tank and indoor potted plants but also some exquisite paintings hanging on the walls

Ma Qiang shook his head helplessly and said softly: "Peng Chao's nephew, I am aware of what happened the day before yesterday; otherwise, I would not have rushed here so urgently. However, this matter is of utmost importance, and I have no choice but to act this way. That old gentleman once told us not to casually seek out people for feng shui consultations. He also said, 'If the medical knowledge is not precise, it can harm a person; if the divination knowledge is not precise, it can ruin a matter; if the destiny knowledge is not precise, it can mislead a lifetime; if the geographical knowledge is not precise, it can destroy a family.' Therefore, I must approach this with caution, and I hope you can understand!"

Wang Yang laughed heartily, saying that what is known as geography is actually Feng Shui, which is also called Kan Yu, or the art of site selection. The arrangement of Feng Shui can influence the fate of a family. It was that old gentleman who once helped the Ma family, which is why they enjoy their current wealth and prosperity. Therefore, they are particularly cautious, and Wang Yang is able to understand this

Wang Yang is willing to help Ma Qiang, and he directly stated that he is doing it as a favor, which means that Wang Yang is entirely doing this for the sake of his reputation. Even if others do not believe in him and wish to test him, it does not matter.

Generally speaking, planting trees in a farmhouse yard is not advisable, as it carries the connotation of 'trouble.' However, this is not absolute; the type of tree planted and its location are crucial. As the saying goes, 'Planting trees in the courtyard leads to division, while planting jujubes by the door brings good fortune.' The feng shui arrangement in Ma Qiang's home is indeed excellent

Ma Qiang's eyes became brighter; Wang Yang was absolutely correct in everything he said. When the old gentleman assigned these tasks, it was precisely with this intention. At that time, he did not fully understand, but as time progressed, he began to grasp some of the underlying principles. Wang Yang merely glanced at it and understood everything; this is true capability.

Wang Yang smiled and nodded, then pointed at some cacti and said: "With these jade qilin suppressing the decline, how could the god of decline dare to come? This arrangement is indeed extraordinary, crafted by a master!"

Wang Yang, are you not angry?

Wang Yang turned his head to look at Ma Qiang, a slight smile appearing at the corners of his mouth. Yan Pengchao was momentarily taken aback again, his lips trembling slightly, his eyes reddening, but in the end, he did not utter a single word.

Wang Yang smiled and stood up. The other party wanted to test and understand his abilities, but he was no longer concerned about this. Naturally, he also did not care about the methods used by the other party. Moreover, he felt a hint of curiosity about how that 'old gentleman' had helped them, enabling Ma Qiang to become the richest man in the village

Upon entering the living room, Wang Yang's eyes brightened even more, and he kept nodding his head.

Alright, then let's pay a visit to Mr. Ma's house

Then, with you here, will we still believe others

You are correct, "Lack of geographical knowledge can lead to the destruction of a family" should indeed be approached with caution

Ma Qiang pointed to the surrounding green bamboo and spoke softly, while Yan Pengchao and Sun He were also looking around, especially Yan Pengchao. Although they were from the same village, he had not been here many times.

Sun He walked over to Wang Yang with a smile, directly sitting down beside him. As he took his seat, he glanced at Ma Qiang, who was still glaring, but his anger was no longer as intense.

Upon entering the courtyard, Wang Yang's eyes brightened, and he couldn't help but nod repeatedly, muttering to himself. The layout of Ma Qiang's house is quite similar to that of an ordinary farmer's household; at first glance, there seems to be no difference. However, every single item and every position here is distinct, leading to different implications.

The yard of Ma Qiang's house appears to be slightly smaller than that of Yan Pengchao, yet it is exceptionally clean and well-arranged. Surrounding the main house are pine and bamboo plants, and beside the door stands a large jujube tree. These seemingly unremarkable elements are, in fact, very important arrangements.

I did not expect that Peng Chao has such a good brother like Mr. Wang. Well, I will take the liberty to ask you, there is no need for you to display those miraculous feats from yesterday. Just come home with me and help me take a look at my house.

Mr. Ma, I do not need that thick report. Peng Chao is my brother, and since you have helped him, I will help you this time as well. Consider it a favor returned for my brother. Tell me, what should I do for you to be convinced

Wang Yang expressed these heartfelt praises. Although he obtained the 108 volumes of "Huangji Jingshi," which imparted to him much knowledge about feng shui and physiognomy, his actual practice was quite limited. Aside from previously helping Boss Sun identify chronic poisoning, the only other instances of practical application were examining the faces of his three brothers. The only significant practical experience he could count on was helping Yan Pengchao's family to break the ominous stove and transform misfortune into good fortune.

His home, which is the feng shui layout arranged by that old gentleman, has maintained its original appearance. He returns to stay there for at least one or two weeks every month, no matter how busy his business is. Even if he comes back late at night and leaves early in the morning, it is because this place brings him good fortune.

Mr. Wang, please come in, I will brew tea for you

There are also some small details that indicate that Ma Qiang's family is better off than Yan Pengchao's family. For instance, there is a lamp at the entrance of Ma Qiang's home that automatically turns on at night. The light in front of the door keeps the entrance bright, and as the saying goes, "The God of Wealth does not enter a dark door," suggesting that a well-lit entrance also symbolizes the attraction of wealth and prosperity.

Without waiting for Ma Qiang to ask, Wang Yang began to speak: "Mr. Ma, that old gentleman is indeed a remarkable person. The East is associated with wood, which represents health, and is suitable for the color green. Placing a Clivia by the eastern wall can ensure the health of the entire family. The South is associated with fire, which is the position of the head of the family. This painting 'Sunrise in the East' is perfectly appropriate; the fiery red of the painting enhances the fire energy, no wonder your business has been smooth sailing in recent years, bringing both fame and fortune!"

Furthermore, the water level in this round fish tank is optimal. The fish tank belongs to the Metal element in the Five Elements theory, where Metal enhances Water, and abundant Water brings prosperity to people, symbolizing great fortune

It was only during the generation of Ma Qiang that stability was truly achieved. Nowadays, Ma Qiang has also purchased a house in the county town and runs a company, which can be considered a success.

The old gentleman initially put in a great deal of effort to help us arrange this due to some affection from my father. Mr. Wang, you recognized this at a glance; like the old gentleman, you are also a person of great stature

Ma Qiang was shocked, but he did not stop his hands. He quickly opened the door and gestured for Wang Yang to enter. The moment he arrived at Wang Yang's home, he could already sense the imposing presence of the host, which indicated that Wang Yang truly possessed knowledge and insight. He had indeed found the right person this time

Mr. Wang, please follow me

My father was one of the first to venture into business in the early years, and our family experienced prosperity for a time, but it was not long-lasting, and he never truly became wealthy

Yan Pengchao whispered that he could not remain silent, as Wang Yang was brought by him and was also his close friend for three years in the same dormitory. This time, he had helped their family immensely. However, Ma Qiang was also someone who had shown him kindness; had it been someone else, he would have likely already driven them away.

Upon arriving at Ma Qiang's home, he was exposed to the genuine arrangements of other feng shui masters, which were insights he could not acquire from the "Huangji Jingshi." Observing these layouts provided him with significant inspiration; what he currently lacks can be said to be this kind of practical experience. The arrangements before him allow him to draw parallels and apply them, effectively granting him an excellent opportunity for practical learning

It is just like the kitchen in Yan Pengchao's home, where the position of the stove is in the Kan direction, which is completely incompatible, resulting in a harmful stove. In contrast, the kitchen in Ma Qiang's home features a stove in the Li direction, which perfectly complements and supports each other, also mitigating some of the shortcomings associated with the Li direction.

Mr. Wang, you are truly remarkable, please!