The sky is dark and thunderclouds hang low.
Throughout DaChang City, every door was closed.
Toot--!
The loud sound of the horn resounded throughout the mountains and rivers.
Squeak~
The door of a common people's house opened, and a woman wearing a bamboo hat and Straw Cape walked out with a pious face and an offering in her hand.
Then, the doors of each house opened.
Women dressed similarly walked out of their homes, carrying various offerings, and gathered towards the pier.
Those who came out were all married women at home.
The unmarried women and men stayed at home.
At the same time, the door of the Bai family mansion also opened.
Life Controller Society's women are all dressed in white, with bamboo hats on their heads and white gauze covering their faces. They are holding offerings of incense and candles in their hands, and a few of them are holding gourds.
Li Yan and others were also dressed in the same way, wearing white robes and bamboo hats, with white gauze covering their faces.
The white robes were so wide that they didn't look strange.
Only Sha LiFei and Wu Ba, who are tall and powerful, are a bit too eye-catching even if they are dressed the same.
All Life Controller Society women have gathered here.
They all belong to the outer sect and are homeless orphans adopted by the Bai family from various places. There are about thirty people in total.
Although there are only a few people, they are all magicians and have mastered the art of witchcraft. They are much more powerful than those small sects with only a few people left.
Among the team, only Old Woman Bai Huan showed his true appearance, wearing a white robe with a straw coat outside, a feather crown on his head, a cane in his hand, and oil paint on his face, a typical look of Witch Doctor.
When we arrived at the pier, women from all over the city had gathered.
Seeing people from the Bai family arriving, they raised the offerings in their hands high and murmured the words Goddess for blessing.
Among the offerings, the most eye-catching one is a gourd.
Li Yan was not surprised when he saw it.
The Bai family's move was equivalent to breaking away from Life Controller Society and establishing a separate sect. Therefore, some sect taboos were no longer ignored, and they even agreed to Wang Dao Xuan's request and opened some of the sect's classics.
Of course, it's just about the various secret histories of Daoism.
The so-called Life Controller Society originates from Xingshan County, which now belongs to Yichang and belongs to a folk sect.
Later, when Chu fell, the Qin and Han Dynasties recruited witch sects from all over the country to come to Beijing. After the Mystical Arts Sect Rebellion, Xuan sects rose and Chu witches subsequently declined.
Life Controller Society inherited the Chu witch legal tradition, but in fact, their origins are even more ancient, and they are the original mother's Yin worship.
The worship of mother's womb is a remnant of ancient times.
For example, they saw the custom of "Touching Melon to Send a Child" in Dragon Pool Village, which is a kind of maternal Yin worship.
But the same goes for the gourd in front of you.
Nüwa, Queen Mother of the West, and Mount Tu should all be matrilineal clans. The chief wizards are all women, so Life Controller Society is also a woman.
At that time, Da Yu had Goddess of Mount Wu help in controlling the floods, and Da Yu and Mount Tu were married, so there might be a relationship.
Old Woman Bai Huan According to the custom, water is scooped out with gourds, poured from the heads of the surrounding women, and blessings are recited.
A woman named Life Controller Society played the flute.
Incense curls up and the flute plays melodiously.
After doing this, Old Woman Bai Huan looked at the women around him again, tears suddenly filled his eyes, and he sang a cappella:
"I have been in my mother's arms for three years, and my hair on my temples has turned white.
The green cloth is used as a skirt and the white waist is used as a waist, and the mountains and rivers are carried on the back.
The length of my skirt is getting shorter and shorter, as time goes by, the mountains turn and the mountains never stop.
Who knows if my daughter is hungry or cold, and I worry about preparing the dowry..."
This is <Crying Marriage Song>, which can be found in many places. It includes words to persuade women, words to cry for brother and sister-in-law, parents to cry for, and curses for matchmakers. There are many types.
Many of these women in front of me have been watched by Bai Huan growing up. They say goodbye now, fearing that we may never see each other again.
Although the women around them didn't understand what was going on, when they heard this song, they would inevitably think of Old Woman's blessing when they got married, and they couldn't help but feel sad and burst into tears.
"Mother-in-law."
Wu Chao Yun and Wu Xing Yu grabbed her clothes.
Bai Huan took one last look and led the people to move forward, his eyes full of determination.
She must keep her two granddaughters!
On the pier, a large ship has been parked. The ship is decorated with flowers and ribbons, which is very conspicuous.
As for the other side, Li Yan's boat was parked, but it was empty inside, and all the luggage had disappeared.
"Fast Boat Zhang" and his disciples, under the arrangement of Life Controller Society, secretly went to the Yangtze River to change to another ship.
I will be responsible for picking up and sending everyone off when the time comes.
This painting boat will stay at DaChang City to hide from others.
Life Controller Society gave a large reward, and afterward, he would also give the best ship as a gift.
Although it takes some risks, "Fast Boat Zhang" will naturally not refuse such a good thing.
Wow!
After everyone boarded the flower boat, they immediately set sail and gradually disappeared on the river from the sight of the women at the pier.
Once the Bai family leaves, a vacancy will immediately appear. Li Yan has secretly sent a message that Enforcement Hall over in Yichang will send people to build City God Temple.
This location is very important, and it will not directly enter Wushan. It can be regarded as a nail for Xuanmen...
The flower boat was extremely eye-catching. When Little Three Gorges passed by, all the boats along the way backed away, and some even burned incense respectfully.
Life Controller Society is secretive, but the Bai family is in Wushan County and has a good reputation. People nearby recognize it and know that they are going to Goddess Peak, Attendant Goddess of Mount Wu.
This custom has not changed for thousands of years.
When passing by Wushan County, many women also came to the pier. Although they were not as pious as the women from Dachang, they also carried offerings and scattered flower petals to bless them.
According to legend, Goddess of Mount Wu will protect these women so that there will be no accidents when giving birth.
There are also many men on the pier, also praying with their hands together, praying for Goddess of Mount Wu, and bless Good Weather for the Crops this year.
In a tea shop near the pier, all the outsiders had been driven away, and a fierce-looking man was guarding the door.
On the square table by the window, Yan Gang Lu Jiu was sitting, with a gloomy face, staring at the flower boats on the river.
"Master Lu, what should I do?"
A man next to him looked anxious and said with cupped hands, "My subordinates have sent someone to check. Over at the salt field, 'Guest in the Mist' has disappeared. I'm afraid the line is broken."
"When these girls go up the mountain, they must lower their heads and be protected by someone. I'm afraid Mister Wang won't be willing to take action..."
"Hmph!"
Lu Jiu snorted coldly, "Now that we've boarded this ship, how can we get off easily? It's not up to him!"
"Come on, follow me up the mountain. As long as this can be done, glory Prosperity is right in front of you!"
"Yes, Master Lu!"
Everyone bowed their hands in unison.
Rumble!
At this moment, there was lightning and thunder in the sky, and billions of silver threads connected the sky and the earth, falling on the river, causing ripples.
Soon, the rain became heavier and heavier, falling between the mountains and rivers, raising thick mist, and the mountains were wrapped in white gauze, making them even more charming and mysterious...
After the flower boat left Wushan County, everyone in the Yan Gang set off immediately, drove the boat to the vicinity of Wen Feng, and then climbed the mountain.
On the mountain is the destroyed Lingyun Temple, which is in ruins.
They did not go to the top of the mountain, but took a detour halfway up the mountain, passed through a remote mountain road, and came to a valley.
Outside the valley, there are green bamboos all over the place, and the rain and mist cover the entrance so that outsiders cannot see the scene inside at all.
Lu Jiu knows that Mysterious Gate Evasion Technique is deployed here, and there are countless traps. Once you break in, your life or death will be unpredictable.
Standing in front of the bamboo forest, he respectfully raised his hands and said, "Salt Gang Lu Jiu, please see Mister Wang."
Wow!
The strong wind howled, the bamboo forest swayed, and the mist rose. Everyone was dazzled and felt that the entire bamboo forest was moving.
They looked dizzy and quickly lowered their heads.
Soon, an old scholar walked out of the bamboo forest, wearing a Confucian robe and a bamboo hat, with thin features and cold eyes.
After seeing everyone, he suddenly frowned and said, "I've done what I promised you, why do you still come to the door?"
The vicissitudes of his voice were those of the man who played the piano in the cabin of the Yan gang that day.
Lu Jiu quickly showed a flattering smile and said, "I would like to see Mister Wang. Please pass the message on my behalf."
The old man in Confucian robes snorted coldly, but just as he was about to speak, an old and hoarse voice came from the valley. "Yu Mo, let them come in."
"Follow me."
The old man in Confucian robes gave Lu Jiu a cold look and led the way.
Walking through the bamboo forest, my eyes suddenly opened up.
I saw a small pool in the valley, surrounded by flowers and plants, two thatched cottages, and a cave on the side of the cliff.
Above the cave, there are three words <Jing Huang Cave> written on it.
There are also several grottoes in the cave, all of which are filled with Golden Phoebe Wood bookshelves. The tops are filled with various classics, including ancient papyrus books and Bamboo Strips.
In the stone room at the entrance of the cave, there are bookcases and the Four Treasures of the Study. An old man in Confucian robes is sitting on a futon, reading Bamboo Strips.
His face is domineering, he has a white beard and beard, and his skin is an abnormal purple color. He is the old man who did what he did in Wushan that day, which caused the celestial phenomena to change and Dragon Walking to advance.
"Meet Mister Wang."
After Lu Jiu saw it, he quickly lay on the ground and kowtowed.
How could he still look like he was speaking harshly before?
Lu Jiu is naturally very knowledgeable, and the person in front of him is not simple.
His name is Wang MengSheng, which is Wushan Rogue Cultivator. He has profound spiritual practice. At that time, he only needed to find a monk to cooperate with him, and he was able to confront True Martial Palace at the altar.
Although Yu Longzi was interfered with and was attacked by Huang LiuShi and Heavenly Saint Duke at the same time, so he failed in the duel, it still shows his ability.
"The matter has been settled, what else do you want me to do..."
Purple-Faced Old Man looked at the slip and asked without raising his head.
Lu Jiu said with a smile, "Mister Wang, isn't this impossible? Life Controller Society's woman went up the mountain. If she bows her head and submits, it will be difficult for us in the future."
"That's your business."
The old man was unmoved, "That's my rule. Just take action. It doesn't matter whether you can succeed or not."
Lu Jiu's eyes flashed, he gritted his teeth and cupped his hands and said, "Sir, you also know that the Salt Gang is well-informed and has learned some things."
"A few days ago, you secretly attracted the rebels and destroyed Cloud Ridge Temple. Although you were helping the Wushan cultivators, you also killed those awesome people at the True Martial Palace..."
"That's all. Before, you were entrusted by the Ghost Cult to fight with the True Martial Palace. Not only did you lose True Martial Palace's face, but you also almost ruined important affairs of the imperial court..."
Before he finished speaking, the old man glanced over coldly.
As soon as his eyes came into contact, Lu Jiu felt like he was struck by lightning. He felt his brain roaring and his chest and abdomen cramped.
But I wanted to struggle, but my whole body couldn't move.
The same was true for the other people he brought. Some could not even breathe, with their mouths open like dead fish but unable to draw any air.
The old man Yu Mo who brought them in looked on with cold eyes.
This is called "Enchantment Spell", which is similar to ecstasy. If it is not released in time, these people will suffocate to death.
Fortunately, Purple-Faced Old Man did not kill anyone, but just snorted coldly, "Are you threatening me?"
This cold snort also dispelled the spell.
Lu Jiu's face was covered in bruises, and he and others fell to the ground, breathing heavily, with horror in his eyes.
The old man in front of me was brought into contact with him by their gang leader. He didn't expect him to be so terrifying.
"The little ones don't dare, the little ones don't dare!"
Lu Jiu hurriedly knelt on the ground and said urgently, "I'm just thinking about your old age. We have heard some rumors."
"The reason why True Martial Palace did not retaliate was that he wanted to join the army to put down the rebellion, and the second reason was that he sent decent people to trace the whereabouts of Ghost Sect Leader, but he sent other people."
"The battle over Dujiangyan has ended. Qingcheng Mountain has the upper hand temporarily. Yu Longzi is leaving Shuzhong and will bring the two masters from Wushan with him when he comes back."
"The gang wants me to tell you that it is not suitable to stay here for a long time. Only that noble man can protect you in this world!"
"Qingcheng won?"
Purple-Faced Old Man seemed to have expected it. He shook his head and said, "Cheng JianXin has disappeared. Those people in Qingcheng cannot suppress the monsters in the southwest. It is estimated that the imperial court will win, and they will avoid the edge for the time being..."
After saying that, he was silent for a moment, looked at the surrounding caves, and sighed, "This Jing Huang Cave, Emperor Wu of Liang used to store books here in the past, and Emperor Tang Ming also settled here to avoid An Lushan Rebellion. It is considered a blessed place."
"Those old guys have been greedy for a long time. Now that I'm leaving, I'm afraid I'll give them a bargain..."
"Master!"
When the old Confucian next to him heard this, he suddenly became anxious.
Before the words were spoken, Purple-Faced Old Man raised his hand and said, "Stop talking, these days of divination are all very bad. Orthodox Xuan Gate's luck is booming, and Wushan will be captured by them sooner or later."
"Sir is wise!"
Lu Jiu quickly flattered me, "Please take action, snatch the person away, and take him to Shuzhong so that he can have an explanation."
Purple-Faced Old Man glanced lightly, "Do you want me to die?"
Lu Jiu was shocked, "How dare this... little one dare?"
"Idiot!"
The old scholar next to him scolded, "The boy you offended is Living Underworld Messenger. If nothing unexpected happens, he will definitely follow him up the mountain."
"Don't talk about my master. If other people on the mountain know about it, they will all hide. You can only handle this matter yourself!"
Lu Jiu was a little surprised after hearing this, "Living Underworld Messenger... so powerful?"
He was just passing on news and did not know the secrets of Xuanmen. It was precisely because of his ignorance that he was so fearless.
"Hmph!"
The old scholar snorted coldly, "It's not him who's powerful, it's the things behind them. At least we won't take action."
"Then... what should we do?"
Lu Jiu After hearing this, he suddenly became anxious.
Purple-Faced Old Man's eyes flickered, "I have an idea, it depends on whether you dare to do it..."
Wow!
The heavy rain continued, and rain and fog rose in the forest.
Life Controller Society Everyone was walking through the forest. Although there were ancient mountain paths, they had long been destroyed by flash floods and mud, making walking extremely difficult.
Li Yan stepped on the mud and looked up to the top of the mountain, only to see clouds and mist rolling in, covering the entire top of the mountain. After a while, it was replaced by another scene.
The clouds and rain in Wushan are ever-changing and truly magnificent.
But rushing on the road under such circumstances would put anyone in a bad mood.
Sha LiFei was wearing a white robe on the outside to prevent the firearm from getting wet, and an oilcloth on the inside. He was already covered in sweat and couldn't help but whisper, "How far is it?"
"Hehehe..."
Before he finished speaking, he saw the laughter of children in the dense forest in the distance, as if they were chasing and playing.
But if I look carefully, I can't see anything.
"Don't panic!"
Old Woman Bai Huan's expression remained unchanged and he said solemnly, "They are Mountain Infant, transformed by children who fell into the water in Wu Gorge. Don't mess around."
As he spoke, he shook the bell on his crutch.
Ding ding ding!
The ringing was crisp and clear, resounding through the mountains and forests.
Bai Huan bowed his hands respectfully and said, "But Master Lian? This junior went up the mountain to worship Goddess and asked to get out of the way."
A faint shadow appeared in the forest mist. It looked like a nun. At the same time, a drifting voice came, "Amitabha, all donors, please turn back and find the shore."
At the same time, Li Yan's arms began to heat up...