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Wang Er Gou's complexion suddenly changed. The person spoke slowly, "In the Eastern Guan Mountain Range, there is an Ancient Altar..." He continued until he finished speaking. Wang Er Gou broke out in a cold sweat; the "gentleman" had once warned him, "Do not approach the Eastern Guan Mountain Range."
Wang Er Gou had kept this warning in mind for many years and had never dared to forget it. So, hearing the mention of the Eastern Pass elicited such a reaction from him. Although Wang Er Gou was born and raised there, he had never discovered any altar; now, the Eastern Guan Mountain Range had become a taboo word for him.
Wang Er Gou trembled as he said, "What if I refuse to go?"
The person replied coldly, "The consequences are beyond your ability to bear!" Wang Er Gou had initially planned to muster his courage but felt it crushed under the weight of responsibility. Now that he had a family, he was no longer as carefree as before.
Gritting his teeth, Wang Er Gou agreed. The man in black continued, "If you succeed, we will reward you just as we promised your master."
With no other choice, Wang Er Gou reluctantly agreed. The man in black quickly took his leave, saying he would come to find him when the time was right.
A month passed by like this. Wang Er Gou lived each day on edge, visibly losing weight. His wife noticed something was off and suspected he might be having an affair, leading to a heated argument between them.
Unable to bear her suspicions any longer, Wang Er Gou revealed everything.
Though his wife was somewhat materialistic, she still cared for the man she had been with for decades. Concerned, she suggested, "Why don’t we move away from here?"
Wang Er Gou felt his wife's affection but was overwhelmed by the thought of being unable to protect their safety. Tears fell as a wave of sadness washed over him.
"It's fine; you all stay here peacefully and don't worry about me!" he reassured her.
Another week passed, and finally, the moment arrived. The man in black came again and took Wang Er Gou to a cave. It was nighttime outside, but inside the cave, it was brightly lit.
There were about twenty to thirty people gathered there along with various equipment. The ages ranged from young to old; among them was an elderly man wearing reading glasses who appeared to be around fifty or sixty years old—likely an Old Scholar. The youngest was a nineteen-year-old boy.
This boy seemed to have a special perception of certain things.
No one knew where he came from.
The leader of this group was a rugged young man with sharp features! However, he wore clothing that covered him entirely. Now when Wang Er Gou tried to recall what that person looked like, he could only remember a vague impression!
The young man looked to be around twenty-five or twenty-six years old—about the same age Wang Er Gou had been back then.
There was also a young woman present who seemed to be just in her early twenties! She usually kept a low profile; it was precisely because of her understated demeanor that she caught Wang Er Gou's attention! She was beautiful—this was the last impression Wang Er Gou could hold onto. The kind of beauty that could mesmerize anyone!
The rest of the group could not recall Wang Er Gou.
The team rested in the cave for a day, and before dawn the next morning, Wang Er Gou, still lost in dreams, was called to rise. The group set off in a grand procession.
Throughout their journey, they chose to walk in uninhabited areas, avoiding places with people, until they reached the mountains behind Wang Er Gou's former home.
However, they opted for a path that bypassed the village. It was an intersection leading up the Eastern Guan Mountain Range that Wang Er Gou had never noticed before.
Having lived here for decades, he had never discovered this route leading up the mountain.
This group, like Old Liu, was driven by a strong sense of purpose. After a long day of travel, some began to complain, while the Old Scholars struggled to endure the relentless trek.
Finally, the Tough Leader handed each of them a pill, which instantly revitalized their spirits. They pressed on.
The Eastern Guan Mountain Range stretched north to south, majestic and continuous. From a distance, it exuded an imposing aura; as they climbed higher, thick fog enveloped the entire range, making it feel like stepping into a fairyland.
This area was known for its man-eating beasts; even the local inhabitants generally avoided it. The mist was so dense that visibility dropped to mere meters.
Everyone relied on powerful flashlights to stay connected. After much stumbling about, they finally reached their destination.
Due to the heavy morning fog, it wasn't until around two in the afternoon that it began to clear. At that moment, several beasts charged out from one direction.
These were creatures Wang Er Gou had never seen before. They sported two horns and had tiger-striped skin. Their limbs were strong and agile, and their breathing sounded like loud gasps from a human. They were hairless and about the size of an adult horse but far more robust. Their fangs jutted out sharply, more pronounced than those of tigers or leopards.
Three of these creatures came into view. As they slowly approached, a chill crept in. Some members of the group had never encountered such a situation and trembled in fear!
At that moment, a sturdy young man spoke up: "Everyone stay calm! This is a wild creature! It is the guardian 'divine beast' of this altar."
Several strong young men had their guns ready to fire at any moment should the beasts come closer.
The Tough Leader gestured for them not to shoot! He performed an astonishing act that left everyone baffled—he cut his own vein with a knife, letting his blood flow out.
The 'divine beast' caught the scent of blood and became excited but soon calmed down and slowly retreated. Everyone witnessed this strange scene but remained silent and motionless. It wasn't until all the 'divine beasts' had completely withdrawn that they finally breathed a sigh of relief.
But no one asked the leader what was going on.
As night fell, the mist gradually dissipated. A large altar came into view for everyone.
It was a grand structure, imposing enough to swallow mountains and rivers. The entire altar was made of bronze casting, shaped like a square, with an area roughly the size of a football field. Above it stood a circular disc about four to five meters high, and the altar was intricately carved with complex symbols and ancient characters.
Wang Er Gou was immediately struck by the sight of this altar. Its position seemed to lock in the spirit energy of the entire mountain range, gathering energy from all directions into one place. In front of the altar flowed a continuous river, while the other seven sides were filled with balanced energy.
According to the records in the Feng Shui Record regarding altars, it stated: "The best location for an altar is where mountains and waters converge! However, when gathering energy beneath the veins, one must observe eight directions; auspicious and inauspicious energies clash and coexist for optimal results! This technique, when the altar is activated, will surely endanger the lives of surrounding beings; thus, this technique is also akin to Evil Arts! Practitioners should be cautious!"
Wang Er Gou now had a clear understanding.
The tasks of this team were clearly defined, and everyone had begun to busy themselves.
At that moment, Tough Leader asked Wang Er Gou when would be the best time to start the altar ceremony. This was crucial! If the timing was wrong, it could ruin the entire ritual and bring unforeseen misfortune!
The Feng Shui Record also noted: "The seventh month’s ghost day is best for honoring evil spirits! However, for honoring sages, their birthday is ideal! As for honoring heaven and earth, that is different; it states: 'Heaven and earth are the nurturing abode of all living things! The best time to worship is during the primordial chaos when heaven and earth first separated!'"
When Wang Er Gou asked, "What are we honoring?" Tough Leader replied, "We honor heaven and earth!"
At this point, Wang Er Gou paused, even Seven was taken aback! Wang Er Gou continued calmly, his previously shifty demeanor now sharp and focused.
Wang Er Gou elaborated that he too had been startled; honoring heaven and earth involved many rituals typically reserved for kings. Common folk lacked both the financial means and royal aura necessary for such ceremonies!
However, Wang Er Gou did not ask further questions; his task was simply to provide the best time and location! He had no authority to inquire beyond that!
By then, darkness had already set in, but here they lit a roaring fire around the altar and sprinkled a powder to prevent unnecessary insects and beasts from intruding!
Tough Leader was watching him intently, waiting for his response. Wang Er Gou answered at that moment: "Waiting for the primordial chaos to open up and heaven and earth to separate is best!" After saying this, Tough Leader showed no doubt at all and simply said: "Let’s wait!"
Wang Er Gou did not grasp the meaning behind those words. He felt completely uncertain inside!
Time passed in this manner, and strangely, the leader had not come to urge them at all. The Old Scholars were engrossed in studying the structure of the altar and its intricacies. The young boy remained still, not moving, while the girl also showed no signs of action.
Wang Er Gou was puzzled about the purpose of bringing these two individuals along. However, someone capable of orchestrating such a grand affair would certainly not recruit an unnecessary burden.
Days went by, and everyone performed their respective duties without anyone questioning why the sacrificial ceremony had not yet begun.
In another corner sat several beautiful girls of unknown reputation, said to be the Sacrificers brought along. This remained a topic that few dared to inquire about.
Throughout this time, Wang Er Gou pondered the meaning behind those words, his mind nearly breaking from the effort. Finally, on the fifth day, a gloomy rainy day arrived. Suddenly, a flash of lightning streaked across the sky.
Wang Er Gou felt as if he had been struck by that lightning; clarity dawned upon him. As chaos began to clear and heaven and earth separated, could this be the precise moment when night and day alternated? The scene before him resembled the state of heaven and earth being divided, aligning with the concept of chaos beginning to take form. Yet paradoxically, it felt more like a process of heaven and earth merging anew, chaos being formed once again! Wang Er Gou boldly theorized and ultimately confirmed this idea.
After speaking with the leader, Rugged Young Leader expressed no doubts and simply said, "Find the best feng shui position!"
According to this layout, naturally, the best spot would be beneath the disk! After discussing with the leader, there were no questions raised. This made Wang Er Gou feel a sense of appreciation for the leader.
The leader then went off to prepare other tasks, setting the time for the day after tomorrow! At that time, Wang Er Gou would decide when to commence.
This team communicated little throughout their journey until they reached their destination. It was as if they existed in a separate space altogether, each engrossed in their own activities.
The day after tomorrow was fast approaching! All preparations were complete! The sacrificial ceremony was about to begin!
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