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Chapter 342: Shutting the Door
Chapter 342: Shutting the Door
Is this a savior?
Or...
As a master phantom, Zhang Aogu had extensive knowledge and experience, but at this moment, she was deeply shaken.
She looked at the elderly lady sitting in the palanquin behind her, full of pride, with yellow weasels blowing and beating instruments vigorously, and the majestic Seventh Auntie. Then, she glanced at Hu Ma, who was supporting her, his face filled with smiles. She felt a bit confused.
For a moment, she couldn't decide if this old lady was saving her or...
But Hu Ma didn't wait for her to say more. He helped her up, lifted her onto the horse, and they headed out of the village together with Seventh Auntie.
The green silk canopy crisscrossed like a maze, trapping even the rolling malevolent energy of the Five Sorrows Deity and the bustling small ghosts. However, they easily walked out, completely unhindered.
Just as they were about to exit the village, they also felt the surging malevolent energy behind them, rising endlessly like a night fog.
The Five Sorrows Deity descended with a formidable aura, disregarding everyone. But now, trapped by the green silk canopy, he was clearly furious, roaring sternly, "You came here, yet you only use such petty tricks to trap me?"
"Why don't you bring out your drum and let me witness the grandeur of the Mountain Lord's drumming once more?"
"..."
He roared with laughter, striding inside the canopy, and shouted, "I thought you weren't afraid of the rules, but since you dare not take action, I'll see how you can stop me with this borrowed power."
As he spoke, the Five Sorrows Deity, or Wei Jia's Gugyer, suddenly looked up at the sky and roared. It was as if the night sky trembled, and from all directions, countless wild ghosts and vengeful spirits joined in the roar.
"Hmm?"
Just as the roar sounded, Hu Ma and the others, who had just exited the village, simultaneously looked up at the night sky.
The wind howled, clouds scattered, and dark clouds rolled in.
At that moment, everyone felt a chill down their spines, their breathing heavy with oppression.
The Five Sorrows Deity carried an aura that made people feel oppressed and unable to breathe, but the energy he brought with him was trapped in the Yellow Mud Village behind them by the green silk canopy. Yet now, it seemed to surge from all directions, endless and overwhelming.
It felt as if, beyond their line of sight, there was a gathering of ghostly soldiers, their malevolent energy coalescing into blades and spears pointing at them from afar.
"Oh no..."
Zhang Aogu, on horseback, felt her heart racing, but suddenly she looked up and exclaimed, "The evil ghost's offerings have arrived!"
"Oh?"
Hu Ma curiously glanced at her, seeing her face filled with terror, her complexion deathly pale. She was naturally fair-skinned, but now, it seemed as if something had been smeared on her face, making her lips red and her face even more charming.
She pointed into the distance, saying, "It's that evil ghost's altar. For the past few days, he's been creating malevolent energy in several places to set up the altar, so that when he arrives, he can be even more domineering..."
"..."
Hu Ma squinted and looked, then smiled, "Weren't all his altars destroyed by others?"
"I even helped Seventh Auntie destroy one..."
"..."
Seventh Auntie, standing nearby, was also momentarily confused, wondering why she hadn't helped with such a big incident. But upon hearing Hu Ma's words, she straightened up, feeling that she had indeed been of assistance.
"Destroying the altar is useless; the malevolent energy has already been born..."
Zhang Aogu thought Hu Ma genuinely didn't understand, her face filled with anxiety. She hurriedly explained, "That evil ghost doesn't need offerings in Bright State, but he doesn't require them either."
"Where there is fortune, gods come of their own accord. Where there is malevolent energy, ghosts appear without invitation."
"Those places are filled with malevolent energy, disrupting the feng shui and overflowing with malice. Even without offerings, the evil ghost is nourished by their blood and offerings..."
"..."
Hu Ma sighed softly. He had already realized this when he destroyed the Five Sorrows Altar but didn't see the malevolent energy in Bright State dissipate.
At the level of the Five Sorrows Deity, he could be a revered guest, nourished by incense and offerings. However, he preferred to feed on malevolent energy. The destruction of the five places had disrupted their foundations, causing chaos, banditry, and death everywhere, which was like a natural offering to him.
Zhang Aogu's words conveyed this very meaning.
In places of fortune, gods come without invitation.
In places of malevolent energy, evil ghosts already exist, but ordinary people are unaware.
This was why the Five Sorrows Deity was so fearless, even when the Five Plague Messenger was killed.
"Has it finally begun?"
As the malevolent energy rose from all directions in Bright State, in Plum Blossom Alley, Elder Mei sat in his courtyard, guarding the well. He lit a lantern by the well, allowing him to see its interior.
The previously clear and transparent well water had become murky, and even the goldfish inside looked less lively.
By his side stood the Black Robed Mage, and several others who resembled officials, all with tense expressions.
"Don't underestimate the power of these ominous spirits, without them, nothing would be accomplished!"
Elder Mei, who usually cherished the fish in the well, now witnessed them struggling for breath, but he seemed unconcerned. He spoke in a deep voice:
"That Nobleman is good at hiding, and we can't afford to provoke him. But if we can't, there will be others who dare to. Now, the Five Sins Lord has come to disrupt the feng shui and fortune of Bright State, and chaos will ensue. Let's see if this Nobleman can continue to hide."
The nearby magistrate's officer anxiously asked, "But how long will this chaos last, and how many counties will it affect?"
"It's only been a short seven days, and half of Bright State is already in turmoil. Countless lives have been lost, houses, fields, and granaries burned, and we don't know how much damage has been done. If we don't take action..."
"..."
Listening to his words, the crowd gathered in Plum Blossom Alley nodded in agreement.
They were not martial artists, but they understood the severity of the situation and even felt a sense of panic.
Bright State was indeed in chaos, but how far had it spread? The more crucial concern was the destruction of countless fields and homes and the loss of numerous lives. Without farmers to cultivate the land next year, there would be no food, and the chaos would only worsen.
This situation was like a festering abscess, spreading and growing.
Although they could still control the situation, they would have to open the granaries, hire people to suppress the bandits, and essentially cut into their own flesh. Of course, it was not impossible.
At worst, they could reclaim more fields later, and overall, they might even profit from the experience, perhaps earning more than before.
But the problem was that Plum Blossom Alley was preventing them from taking action, making the situation troublesome. If they dragged it out until spring, these peasants would revolt!
"Let's just let them be for now."
Amidst the crowd's anxious whispers, Elder Mei lowered his brows and spoke calmly, "Firstly, this malevolent energy came quickly and will leave just as fast. I have my calculations."
"Secondly, even if we need to sacrifice more next year to fill the gap, it's not a problem. These years have been blessed with favorable weather, and with the Red Lantern Lady from the Red Lantern Society suppressing the martial world, you all have accumulated substantial wealth. For that important matter, is this sacrifice not worth it?"
"..."
"What important matter?"
Upon hearing Elder Mei's words, everyone present was stunned, looking at each other in realization of what he was referring to.
"Moreover, if we take action now, how would that look in his eyes?"
Elder Mei chose not to elaborate on the mysterious topic but instead sighed and said, "After all, this malevolent energy is directed at him. If he doesn't take action, how can we take his place?"
"Even if we do it for him, he might not appreciate it. In that case, isn't it better to remain still and observe for now?"
"..."
"But he has already taken action..."
Someone nearby finally spoke up in a low voice, "The Red Lantern Society, Grass Heart Hall, and other renowned martial sects in Bright State have already made their moves. Even the followers of the Five Sins Lord have been almost wiped out..."
"Yes, yes..."
Another person chimed in, "If we don't act, aren't we letting those lawless martial peasants take the lead and even gain favor with him?"
"That's right. I heard that many treasures have emerged during this chaos, all falling into the hands of those martial artists..."
"..."
"If he truly relies on those martial artists to get things done, it shows he lacks capability."
Seeing everyone's eagerness, Elder Mei suddenly let out a cold laugh, interrupting them. A rare sneer appeared on his face:
"On the contrary, if he truly has such a grand vision and discernment, he would never rely on the power of martial artists."
"At this moment, he should be knocking on the doors of Plum Blossom Alley, instructing us to take action and help dispel the malevolent energy from Bright State's government office, driving out the Five Sorrows Deity!"
"And if he truly comes, we will respectfully bow to him and follow his every command."
"..."
"Bow?"
Everyone present was shocked, feeling the pressure intensify. They cautiously looked at the door of Plum Blossom Alley, their hearts filled with apprehension, fearing the door would suddenly be knocked upon.
But after a long wait, the black door remained silent, without a knock.
"Indeed..."
Elder Mei also glanced at the door and sighed, "We are waiting for an opportunity to bow to him, but he doesn't give us that chance. If we bow and serve him, he won't interfere with our plans..."
"But since he doesn't come, it means he doesn't value us. So, I'll just drink here, and what happens outside is none of my concern."
"Hehe, with Bright State in chaos, only someone with official status can suppress the Five Sorrows Deity's innate support. If he won't seek our help, let's see what he can do..."
"..."
The crowd fell silent, glancing at the southwest sky, where dark clouds rolled, hinting at an impending thunderstorm.
(End of Chapter)
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