Twilight's Threshold Chapter 335: The Seven-Day Period - Novel Cool

Chapter 335: The Seven-Day Period

Chapter 335: The Seven-Day Period

"If even the venerable Mountain Lord doesn't worry about this matter, then why should I be concerned?"

Hu Ma received the message from XiaoHongtang, and his mind was temporarily at ease, though he still found the matter of choosing an emperor somewhat peculiar.

After all, they were talking about selecting an emperor. Are you picking emperors like you pick puppies on the street? Which one is thecuteone to buy?

Furthermore, even if HuMa tried hard to think, he couldn't come up with anyone he currently knew who looked like an emperor. They were all just countrybumpkins. How could a reincarnate fit into this role?

That would truly be a disaster. Reincarnates prefer to hide, unwilling to come out into the light. If one were to sit on the throne of an emperor, wouldn't they suffer even more than if they were killed?

Neither the Plum Blossom Alley nor the Government Office interfered, but by not interfering, they had also expressed their stance, indicating they had taken note of this matter.

HuMa had thought that his identity as a descendant of the Hu family could intimidate people everywhere, but now he realized that while it could indeed intimidate, it was also filled with hidden provocations and tests, causing more trouble than before.

If this continued, he would eventually be driven to paranoia, constantly wondering who wanted to harm him.

However, reincarnates were naturally prone to paranoia, so this wasn't unusual.

"Let's go then!"

Putting this matter aside, HuMa sighed lightly, got up, and started to collect the firebasin and straw, placing them on the donkey's back, then said to the man tied with the grass rope, "These are all minor issues!"

"Now, it's time for you to go and see your master."

"..."

Now, the Seven-Day Sins Period was about to begin. According to the sect’s rules, since the Five Sins Altar Master had set up the altar, he had effectively begun summoning the Five Sins Lord. After seven days, the Five Sins Lord would surely descend here.

Regardless of whether the altar was destroyed or the Sins Messenger was killed during this period, if the Five Sins Lord didn't appear, he would lose face and risk becoming a laughingstock in the sect.

But if he did come, HuMa would see his powers.

With his doubts dispelled, he patted the donkey's buttocks and slowly returned to the Green Stone Town.

The Life Malevolent Altar Messenger had no choice but to follow. In the eyes of others, he was clearly tied with a grass rope, but this rope was an unbreakable bond he couldn't untie. Moreover, if he didn't behave, he would be kicked by the donkey.

In his heart, he felt both despair and confusion, and couldn't help but ask, "It's already like this, why do you still need to bring me along?"

This truly puzzled him.

He had already revealed everything he knew. Facing such a powerful figure, he had no chance of survival. Why was he still being dragged along like this?

What use was he to anyone?

It would be so much simpler to just kill him in a dark alley...

"Bringing you along is useful. Anyway, I promised to kill you, so why are you in such a hurry?"

HuMa just smiled and reassured him, then turned his head. The Life Malevolent Altar Messenger felt despair and could only follow the donkey step by step, returning to the Green Stone Town.

Currently, the village was under heavy tension.

The servants had taken out their weapons and were guarding the village. Saddles were placed on the horses, ready for a major confrontation.

They were suddenly relieved to see HuMa return and hurried to greet him, "MaZiBrother, where have you been? We've heard that several places have been in chaos recently!"

"We've heard that bandits are causing trouble in the mountains to the south, and malevolent spirits are taking advantage of the situation. Many people have died, and we're afraid they might attack our village."

"Now, the common folk have all closed their doors, not daring to go out. The Red Lantern Society sent a message the day before yesterday, asking the villagers to prepare their weapons and follow the Lady to a hundredli away to capture the gold and silver children causing mischief..."

"..."

HuMa was already aware of all this and knew that the Green Stone Town was close to the Old Yin Mountain and was situated between the Five Altars. The malevolent energy surging from the altars was putting the greatest pressure on the town.

But because the places in chaos originated from the Five Altars and spread outward, the Green Stone Town was temporarily out of the fray. He smiled and said, "Since the Red Lantern Lady said so, why didn't you go?"

"Uncle Xu said..."

Zhou Datong said, "The incense offering person brought the order, and then he sent a message from theghost, saying that the young servants in our village are inexperienced and haven't learned any skills. This time, they don't need to follow. Guarding our own village is a great contribution."

"..."

"Tsk!"

HuMa couldn't help but sigh. Xu Xiangzhu was indeed considerate.

"It's not just bandits, recently, for some reason, the malevolent spirits around have become more active, especially in the Yellow Dog Village..."

Beside him, Li Wazi emerged from thekitchen with a burning stick and approached HuMa, "We haven'tpatrolled the village at night recently. Once we leave the village, we get scared and run back."

"Oh?"

HuMa was somewhat curious, "What else is wrong?"

"The lanterns won'tlight."

Li Wazi said, "The red lanterns of the Red Lantern Lady can't be lit, and the surrounding malevolent spirits seem to be afraid, crying every night. When we bravely go out to ask why they are crying, they just bow to us and dare not speak."

(End ofChapter)

"It's no wonder..."

Hu Ma nodded, glancing around the village. Since his return, he could sense the oppressive and uneasy atmosphere.

This was not surprising, as Green Stone Town was situated right in the middle of the Five Sins Altar. In other words, this place was the chosen site for the Five Sorrows Deity's descent, so it was strange that things were normal.

The Five Sorrows Deity had not yet descended, but according to Seventh Aunt, Yellow Dog Village had already set up a strange banquet, and the mysterious influence had begun.

"You just need to guard the village. There's no need to patrol at night. Just close the main gate and go to sleep early. Rest assured, bandits won't dare come here. Even if there are malevolent spirits causing trouble, they won't be able to enter the village."

Hu Ma instructed them and had someone lead the donkey into the shed. The Malevolent Fate Altar Keeper was tied to a pillar, while Hu Ma went into the inner courtyard to change his clothes.

The servants in the village were curious and stared, but they didn't know who this person was. However, since he was brought back by Brother Pockmark, he couldn't be a good person.

Hu Ma didn't offer any explanations. He simply washed his face and, after removing the disguise he had used earlier to restrain the Malevolent Fate Altar Keeper, he put on a new set of shopkeeper's robes.

He wore the cloth shoes given by Fragrant Servant Girl and, after checking his appearance in the blurry bronze mirror, he felt refreshed and content. He then walked out the door.

The servants were all curious and gathered around, asking, "Where are you going now?"

Hu Ma smiled and said, "Isn't Yellow Dog Village setting up a banquet? I'm going to have a drink!"

"Huh?"

The servants became worried after hearing this. "That banquet in Yellow Dog Village has been going on for several days, but they haven't served any dishes. And according to the elders in the nearby villages, the banquet is not for the living!"

"As long as there's alcohol, it's fine."

Hu Ma didn't explain further and headed to the stable. This time, he didn't need to say anything. As soon as he entered, he was greeted by a pair of bright and spirited eyes staring at him intently.

Hu Ma sighed, "Alright, let's go then!"

He led the horse and the Malevolent Fate Altar Keeper out of the village at a leisurely pace.

Although it was still early in the day, the sky was overcast, so they didn't ride the horse. Instead, they took a small path towards Yellow Dog Village. Along the way, they could hear the sound of eerie winds blowing, and the surroundings felt dry and suffocating, making them feel stuffy. Everywhere they looked, there was a hazy and gloomy atmosphere.

Just as they reached a cemetery, they suddenly heard a delighted cry. Turning around, they saw Seventh Aunt, dressed in an old lady's robe, wearing flowers in her hair, and carrying a small bundle on her back. She emerged from behind a tombstone.

With surprise, she exclaimed, "Oh, Little Shopkeeper, you're finally back!"

Hu Ma, curious about her attire, asked, "Seventh Aunt, why are you carrying a bundle? Where are you going?"

"I'm thinking of moving!" Seventh Aunt whispered, glancing around suspiciously. "Damn it, this place is haunted. If it weren't for my promise to keep an eye on things here for you, I would have left long ago."

"Huh?"

Hu Ma was confused. "Haunted?"

"No, you're a proper minor magistrate, and you're not from a malevolent spirit background. How can you want to move just because this place is haunted?"

"..."

"I can't live here in peace..."

Seventh Aunt's eyes darted around. She trusted Hu Ma, and after hearing his words, she felt like she had done something wrong, but she didn't quite understand. So, she asked the most straightforward question, "Shopkeeper, what exactly is a minor magistrate?"

Hu Ma also paused for a moment.

These minor magistrates, after receiving their titles, would mysteriously understand certain things. For example, the ceremonial tent she used when traveling was not something she had been taught; she just knew how to set it up after receiving her title.

However, there were also many things that she didn't fully comprehend.

So, he thought carefully and then sincerely explained to Seventh Aunt, "In simple terms, from now on, anyone who sees you, Seventh Aunt, will have to show respect, and whenever there's a banquet, they'll have to invite you to sit at the most honored seat!"

"Even the most honored seat?"

Seventh Aunt was astonished. "But there's a banquet in Yellow Dog Village, and I've been there several times. They haven't even served any dishes, let alone offer me the honored seat!"

"They don't understand the rules," Hu Ma said. "Let's go together and see if they dare not show respect."

Seventh Aunt didn't know what a minor magistrate should do, but she trusted Hu Ma and knew he was capable. She was delighted and said, "Let's go to the banquet."

After taking a few steps, Hu Ma added, "Seventh Aunt, we can't just go like this. You need to make a grand entrance with music and show them your prestige!"

Upon hearing this, Seventh Aunt squeaked twice. From behind the tombstone, two yellow weasels carried a paper palanquin, while another one played a trumpet, creating a majestic atmosphere. Accompanied by the dim night sky, they all headed towards Yellow Dog Village.

In the surrounding wilderness, countless malevolent spirits and late-returning villagers witnessed this scene from a distance and quickly retreated or knelt down to pay their respects. The prestige of Seventh Aunt rose instantly.

(End of Chapter)

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