Tension
Qin Zhao understood feng shui.
The Jin Family's arrangements were exceedingly meticulous.
The estate had been built on a prime feng shui site, embraced by mountains with a winding river.
The mountain range coiled like a colossal dragon, forming a natural barrier.
In Qimen Dunjia, this symbolized a powerful backing, capable of gathering spiritual energy and blocking the baleful energies from outside.
The river flowed gently and clearly, representing the movement of wealth and vitality.
It aligned with Qimen Dunjia's principle: "Mountains govern descendants; water governs wealth."
The directional layout was perfectly portrayed as well.
The entire residence's orientation followed the Nine Palaces directions of Qimen Dunjia.
The main gate stood due south, at the Li Palace position. Li represented fire, symbolizing the Lineage's flourishing prosperity and bright future. The rear gate was situated at the Kan Palace position due north, where Kan represented water.
It echoed the Li fire at the front gate, forming the image of water and fire in perfect harmony.
This helped maintain the balance of yin and yang within the Lineage, bringing harmony and stability.
An absolute master's work.
Of course, it was still missing one "son-in-law."
Once that gap was filled, the Lineage could prosper forever.
A good son-in-law was like a fresh surge of energy injected into the Lineage.
Simply put, the son-in-law's destiny had to be tough enough to serve as a supporting pillar. Best of all would be a "Seven Killings Destiny."
One to attack and one to defend—only then could the household be held steady.
But if they chose the wrong one, the impact on the Lineage would not be small either.
By that calculation, he himself should have been the person filling that missing gap.
Though he did not have a Seven Killings Destiny, he possessed the Kui