The groom was in terror in the middle of the night
In ancient times, there was a small town called Qingyang, and there was a hard-working horseman named Li Er. With a burly figure and dark skin, and a pair of large rough and powerful hands, Li Er is one of the best grooms in town. He gets up early every day and is greedy for darkness, taking care of a few horses in the town that pull goods, although he lives in poverty, but Li Er enjoys it, he loves horses like his life, and always takes care of every horse.
The town of Qingyang is located in a remote area, surrounded by rolling mountains, and the people of the town live a life without fighting the world. However, in this quiet land, there is a strange legend circulating. It is said that in the middle of the night, mysterious whispers are sometimes heard from the town, the voice is low and indistinct, as if from another world. The old people of the town say that this is the mountain god patrolling at night and warning people not to disturb easily.
Although Li Er doesn't believe in ghosts and gods, he can always feel an inexplicable chill in the dead of night. Especially when he was alone in the stable feeding the horses, the loneliness and silence made him shudder. However, in order to make a living, he has to face this fear every day.
One night, the moon was obscured by thick clouds and the sky was pitch black. Li Er, as usual, carried the horse lantern and came to the stable to feed the horses. As soon as he entered the stable, he felt a cold aura rushing over his face, as if the whole stable was enveloped by a mysterious power. He held back the uneasiness in his heart and began to get busy.
Just as he was adding fodder to the last horse, he suddenly heard a whisper. The voice was low, but clearly recognizable, as if two people were talking. Li Er's heart tightened, and he hurriedly put down the work in his hand and listened carefully. He saw the moonlight pouring down through the cracks in the clouds and shining on the walls of the stables, casting dappled shadows, as if something was peeking at him in the dark.
"This horse is good, with a bright coat and a strong physique. A voice said.
"Yes, it's a pity that its owner is a poor man and can't afford good feed. Another voice responded.
Li Er was shocked, he had never heard these two voices before, and they didn't sound like people from the town. He cautiously looked around, but found nothing. Could it be that he had misheard? He wondered in his heart.
However, just as he was about to continue feeding the horses, the two voices rang out again.
"This horse is going to be taken away tonight. ”
"Take it away, where do you take it?"
"Hey, of course it's going to be where it's supposed to be. The fate of this horse has long been sealed. ”
When Li Er heard this, he couldn't help but feel a chill in his heart. He hurriedly put down the work in his hand and wanted to leave this strange place. However, just as he turned to leave, he found that the door of the stable had been closed so tightly that no matter how hard he pushed and pulled, he could not open it.
Li Er's heart was full of anxiety, he knew that he was trapped in this strange place. He looked around, trying to find a way out. However, the inside of the stables was dim, and only the faint light of the horse lamp barely illuminated the surrounding space. He suddenly remembered the cellar at home, which was usually used to store grain and sundries, and although it was narrow, it was large enough to hold it.
Li Er hurriedly ran to the entrance of the cellar and pushed open the heavy cellar door. He jumped into the cellar and closed the door tightly. Although the cellar was dark and damp, it gave him an inexplicable sense of security. He sat down against the wall, pricking up his ears to listen carefully to what was going on outside.
The sounds outside faded away, and finally disappeared into the silent night sky. Li Er breathed a sigh of relief, knowing that he was safe for the time being. However, his heart was full of doubts and uneasiness. Who were those two mysterious voices? Why did they take the horse? What was all this going on?
Li Er spent a long and torturous night in the cellar. Every time he closed his eyes, those two mysterious voices would ring in his ears, making it impossible for him to sleep peacefully. It wasn't until dawn that he dared to come out of the cellar and prepare to tell the townspeople about the strange experience of the previous night.
However, when he walked out of the cellar, he found that the entire town of Qingyang was shrouded in a strange atmosphere. The townspeople were whispering, all with frightened expressions on their faces. Li Er was shocked and hurriedly asked what happened.
A villager told him that a bizarre incident had occurred in the town last night. Several families in the town heard mysterious whispers and saw some strange phenomena. Some saw a dark shadow flying over the rooftop, while others heard an eerie laugh. It is said that this is a sign of the wrath of the mountain god and a sign of impending calamity.
Li Er knew that if he wanted to unravel this strange mystery, it was far from enough to do it alone. He decided to find out to the town's elders first to hear what they knew about the legend.
The elder of the town was an old man over 100 years old named Limber. He is well-informed and knows the history and legends of Qingyang Town well. Li Er found Lin Bo and told him everything he had experienced last night. After hearing this, Limber pondered for a moment and slowly spoke.
"Li Er, do you know that the reason why our Qingyang Town is called Qingyang is because there is a Qingyang Mountain in the town. This mountain is the patron deity of our Qingyang Town, and the mountain god lives in the temple on the top of the mountain. However, every hundred years, the mountain god would come out of the temple to patrol and select the strongest horse to use as its mount and take it back to the heavenly realm. ”
"Could it be that last night's voice was the mountain god choosing a mount?" Li Er asked in surprise.
Limber nodded and continued, "That's right, last night was the day when the mountain god chose his mount. The voice you hear is a conversation between the mountain god and his messenger. They have taken a fancy to your horse and are ready to take it away. ”
"So what should I do? If my horse is taken away, I will lose my livelihood. Li Er asked anxiously.
Limber pondered for a moment and said, "There is only one way to keep your horse. That is, when the mountain god patrols again tonight, you must hide and not let the mountain god find you. At the same time, you should sprinkle some evil spirits around the stables, such as mugwort leaves, realgar, etc., to drive away the messengers of the mountain gods. ”
After Li Er heard this, although he was a little apprehensive in his heart, he could only do it. He returned home, and according to Limber's instructions, he prepared wormwood leaves, realgar and other evil things to suppress evil spirits, and scattered them around the stable. Then, he hid in the cellar of his home, quietly waiting for the mountain god to make another round.
As night fell, Qingyang Town was once again shrouded in a mysterious and eerie atmosphere. Li Er hid in the cellar and listened nervously to the movement outside. Soon, he heard a low, indistinct voice, the same two mysterious voices he had heard last night. His heart tightened, knowing that the mountain god had already begun his patrol.
As time passed, the sounds outside faded away and finally disappeared into the night sky. Li Er breathed a sigh of relief in his heart, knowing that the mountain god had left. He cautiously walked out of the cellar and came to the stables. I saw that the door of the stable was still tightly closed, as if nothing had happened.
Li Er opened the door of the stable, only to see his horse standing there unharmed, with a bright coat and a strong physique. He was overjoyed to know that he had managed to keep the horse. He looked gratefully in the direction of Limber's house, knowing that it was Limber's wisdom that had helped him get through this difficult time.
Since then, Li Er has a deeper understanding of the legend of the mountain god in Qingyang Town. He understood that although these legends were strange and mysterious, there was a sense of awe and respect for nature behind them. He also cherishes his horses even more, as they are not only a source of livelihood for him, but also an important partner in his life.
The news that Li Er had successfully saved his horse spread in Qingyang Town, and the townspeople expressed their admiration and gratitude to him. And Li Er also deeply realized the wisdom and strength contained in traditional beliefs. He realized that while modern society is advancing, a sense of reverence for tradition and nature is still indispensable.
In order to thank Lin Bo for his help, Li Er specially went to visit. Limber accepted his thanks with a smile and told him, "Li Er, you were able to successfully save the horse this time, not only because of your wit and bravery, but also because of your deep affection for the horse. This kind of affection is something that the mountain god is willing to respect as well. ”
Lin Bo's words deeply inspired Li Er. He realized that there is a deep emotional bond between humans and animals, and that this emotion transcends material and profit. He decided to take more care of his horses in the future, so that they could feel loved and cared for.
However, just when Li Er thought that everything would return to calm, an even more bizarre event happened. One night, Li Er heard a mysterious whisper from the stable again. This time the voice was even deeper and more terrifying, as if it were a demon from hell. He was shocked and realized that this was not the patrol of the mountain god, but some more evil force.
Li Er decided to hide in the cellar again, and at the same time informed the townspeople to take precautions. After hearing the news, the townspeople gathered at Li Er's house to discuss countermeasures. They decided to act together against this evil force.
With the townsfolk working together, they find the source of their evil power – an ancient altar of a curse. This altar is located in the depths of Qingyang Mountain and is occupied by evil forces. The townsfolk decide to organize a brave expedition to destroy this altar and lift the curse.
As a horseman, Li Er was not good at fighting, but he also resolutely joined the expedition team. He understood that this operation was not only to protect his horses and home, but also to protect the peace and happiness of Qingyang Town.
After a grueling trek and fierce battles, the expedition finally found the cursed altar. They fought to the death against the forces of evil, eventually succeeding in destroying the altar and lifting the curse. Qingyang Town has once again returned to its former tranquility and serenity.
This incident made Li Er deeply understand the importance of unity and courage. He understood that in the face of difficulties and evils, victory can only be achieved if we are united and courageous. At the same time, he also cherishes his life and home even more, and is determined to contribute to the prosperity and happiness of Qingyang Town.
Since then, Li Er has not only been a hard-working horseman, but also a hero and model in Qingyang Town. His story has been told by the townspeople, inspiring more people to brave the difficulties and challenges and protect their homes and beliefs. And Qingyang Town has also become more beautiful and rich because of this brave horseman.