Chapter 1425 – Live Stream Earthquake (Seventeen)
Many devotees come here to seek divination; it’s no surprise the incense offerings are as high as the sky.
Master Liu Ru, well over seventy, looked youthful and full of energy, walking steadily.
“Lady Dou” had also visited the temple on holidays, but those temples felt more like tourist spots, with many Taoists busy making a living—where was the demeanor of a secluded master? In comparison, Qingxue Temple was much quieter, with the devotees and Taoists showing sincere reverence…
She couldn’t help but calm her mind and followed Dou Xi into the temple.
“How does my lady feel about this place?”
The woman paused for a beat before realizing and smiled, “It’s great! Though not grand, the atmosphere is really comfortable.”
After saying that, she curiously looked around, as if everything was novel to her.
Dou Xi: “…”
The two entered the grand hall, just in time to see the temple master, Master Liu Ru, quietly assisting a devotee with divination.
Once Master Liu Ru finished his task, Dou Xi stepped forward.
After exchanging pleasantries, Dou Xi explained the purpose of their visit and inquired about the requirements for a vow.
With a glance at “Lady Dou,” Master Liu Ru first furrowed his brow, then relaxed.
“My lady looks vibrant and full of life; it seems you have overcome your tribulations, and recovery is just around the corner.”
Master Liu Ru called over a young Taoist boy, instructing him to take “Lady Dou” to another area to offer incense. The lady was thrilled and skipped away. As the sound of her wooden clogs faded, Dou Xi’s expression suddenly darkened.
“Master—”
Master Liu Ru replied, “According to the earlier divination, my lady wouldn’t survive the cold winds, but today, the heavens have shown kindness—there’s nothing to worry about.”
“Master, but this person… is certainly not my wife!” Dou Xi exclaimed, “My wife comes from humble beginnings, unable to read or write; this person is entirely different… Their mannerisms and speech are worlds apart from my wife! Master, do you have a method to exorcise this spirit?”
Regardless of what kind of mountain spirit it was, Dou Xi just wanted his lady back.
According to Master Liu Ru’s earlier prophecy, his wife didn’t have long to live, and he had accepted it, but he couldn’t bear the thought of a stranger taking over her body!
“You needn’t worry, Dou Xi.” Master Liu Ru reassured him, “This is your lady’s blessing, it’s not a bad thing.”
Dou Xi was bewildered, “How so?”
“Currently, this little guest is indeed a lucky star,” Master Liu Ru laughed, “The old Taoist here wishes for you and your lady to grow old together.”
Dou Xi was stunned, “Does the Master mean… my wife will return soon?”
Master Liu Ru said, “If my calculations are correct, this little lucky star can only stay for six hours.”
Well, at least it’s half a life-saving grace; he shouldn’t just think of eliminating the other party outright.
Dou Xi’s racing heart finally settled.
Not a mountain spirit but a lucky star?
He felt relieved he hadn’t acted rashly; otherwise, it would have caused a real disaster.
Of course, “Lady Dou” had no idea of the conversation between Dou Xi and Master Liu Ru.
She dismissed the young Taoist boy and, seeing no one around, instantly let loose, nearly kicking off her wooden clogs—they were really uncomfortable.
“What a delightful fragrance—”
She tiptoed by a wall, clearly able to smell the floral scents wafting in from outside, yet couldn’t see a thing.
Looking around and seeing no one, she removed her clogs and climbed onto a stone mound, and sure enough, she was rewarded with a beautiful view outside the courtyard.
“Those Taoists really know how to enjoy life. Living here in retirement must be so blissful; if only there was Wi-Fi!” As someone glued to her phone twenty-four-seven, she could hardly bear being without it, were it not for the novelty of her new life.
In the distance, Dou Xi: “…”
Such childlike innocence.
After waiting for a while until she finished her little climbing adventure, he finally approached and called out.
“Lady Dou” had no idea what offering was required, so when Dou Xi said their business was taken care of and they could go home, she just believed him.
On the way back, Dou Xi noticed her fascination with the bustling market outside, and he seized the chance to take her on a little shopping spree.
“Lady Dou” mumbled softly,
“A good man willing to buy for his wife, what a rare endangered species…”
Dou Xi was indeed a great person; no matter what small trinket caught her eye, he cheerfully opened his wallet.
Of course, what she bought weren’t anything expensive—mostly small items from stalls or snacks.
The ancient market was sparse, with limited goods, and girls typically just enjoyed the atmosphere; after a while, she grew tired of browsing.
Noticing her weariness, Dou Xi suggested they take a break at a tea house.
“What are you thinking about, my lady?”
He saw her stirring the tea bowl absentmindedly, clearly not paying attention.
The woman indeed wasn’t into tea; the tea of this era was truly a dark culinary disaster, an odd concoction with all sorts of seasonings thrown in.
“I was thinking about Master Feng Ren’s recruitment document…”
Her mouth moved quicker than her brain, and as soon as she realized what she’d blurted, she hurriedly tried to backtrack, clutching her disguise tightly with a pitiful look. The idle folks in the stream were frustrated with her slip-up; after managing to hold on for so long, this lady just exposed herself!
Dou Xi ignored her choice of words and just caught the “recruitment” part.
His heart jumped, suddenly realizing something, and he almost spilled his tea.
“I didn’t say anything just now—”
Dou Xi looked at her; although her face was familiar, the expression was strangely vibrant; this person was even livelier than his own daughter.
Looks like this little lucky star is really quite young.
“What did my lady say just now?”
Dou Xi appeared puzzled, as if he really hadn’t heard anything he shouldn’t.
The woman cleared her throat lightly, “I didn’t say anything earlier.”
Dou Xi accompanied her as they wandered around many places, and as the sun began to set, they finally returned to the residence, where he had the kitchen prepare a lavish feast.
The cooks in the kitchen whispered among themselves.
“Unseasonably extravagant; did they run into some good fortune?”
While Dou Xi was wealthy, he was not one to indulge extravagantly—coming from a farming background, his way of life remained quite humble.
Yet today, they were serving a feast for honored guests, which naturally surprised the kitchen staff.
Noticing the lady’s calm demeanor and good table manners, Dou Xi secretly thought—this lucky star must have had quite a living condition before.
Little did he know, the woman was joyfully sending out messages in the live stream.
“Just half an hour until twelve hours—baby didn’t lose her disguise, amazing right!”
The idle folks all chimed in with likes—amazing, amazing.
Jiang Pengji: “…”
Forget it, better not expose her.
Dou Xi didn’t mean any harm; there was likely no need for too much concern.
In reality, Jiang Pengji had no reason to worry about the woman.
The “Dream Back a Thousand Years” was a welfare activity, naturally equipped with comprehensive protection measures.
Apart from necessary prompts, if a participant faced threats, they would be sent back in advance.
If a participant acted excessively out of line, their experience would also be forcibly ended.
Not everyone in the activity faced such misfortune; starting off with both Feng Ren and Dou Xi, two smart individuals, was quite a challenge.
In a way, this lucky star was indeed quite special.
