Scholars stay overnight
In that old village, there is a creepy folk tale that circulates it. The protagonist of the story is a scholar named Lin Mo, who is talented, but his family is poor, and he often travels around in order to study.
It was a stormy night, Lin Mo passed through a remote mountain village, it was getting late, he saw lights flickering in the distance, so he decided to go to spend the night. He knocked on the door of a house, and it was opened by a middle-aged woman, her face was kind, but there was an indescribable strange light in her eyes.
The woman claimed to be a widow from the village, surnamed Li, and she was the only one living in the house. She warmly invited Lin Mo into the house and prepared a humble dinner for him. Lin Mo was grateful, so he talked to Widow Li. He found that although Widow Li was a village woman, her speech and demeanor revealed an unusual temperament, as if she had experienced something extraordinary.
Late at night, Lin Mo was arranged to rest in the guest room. He lay in bed, but he couldn't sleep for a long time. The wind whistled outside the window, as if something terrible was approaching. Just then, he heard the sound of slight footsteps, followed by the sound of the door being gently pushed open.
Lin Mo was shocked and hurriedly sat up. He saw the figure of Widow Li appear in the doorway, with a strange smile on her face and her eyes full of greed and desire. She slowly walked towards the side of the bed and stretched out her hand, as if she wanted to caress Lin Mo's face.
Lin Mo was shocked, he pushed Widow Li's hand away and asked her loudly why she did this. Widow Li suddenly became hideous, and she laughed wildly: "You scholar with fine skin and tender flesh, how can I let it go? Stay with me tonight! ”
Lin Mo was terrified in his heart, he knew that he had encountered a demonic thing. He struggled to escape the room, but Widow Lee clung to his arm. Her strength was so great that Lin Mo couldn't break free at all.
At this moment, Lin Mo remembered an ancient book he had carried with him. It was a Taoist book he had obtained by chance, which recorded some methods for exorcising evil spirits and eliminating demons. He hurriedly took out the ancient book from his bosom and recited it according to the above method.
As Lin Mo's chanting sounded, a gust of wind suddenly blew in the room. Widow Li's face showed a look of horror, she let go of the arm that grabbed Lin Mo, and her figure began to blur. Lin Mo took the opportunity to break free from her restraints and rushed out of the door.
However, he was not able to escape the pursuit of the demons. Widow Li turned into a black shadow and followed closely behind Lin Mo. Her speed was extremely fast, and she caught up with Lin Mo in the blink of an eye. She stretched out her claws and grabbed at Lin Mo's throat.
Lin Mo's heart was in a hurry, he turned around sharply and used his body to block Widow Li's attack. A deep wound was cut in his chest by the claws, and blood poured out. But he did not give up his resistance, he gritted his teeth and continued to recite the Dharma in the ancient books.
At this moment, a golden light suddenly burst out from Lin Mo's body. The golden light was dazzling, and it instantly forced Widow Li's demonic aura back. She screamed, and her figure dissipated into the air in a puff of black smoke.
Lin Mo fell to the ground, his injuries extremely serious. But he smiled with relief, knowing that he had succeeded in driving out the demon. He struggled to his feet and left the horrible little mountain village.
However, the story doesn't end there. Although Lin Mo succeeded in exorcising the demon, he also paid a heavy price. His injuries were too severe for him to continue his studies. He returned to his hometown and lived an ordinary life.
But in the dead of night, he would always think of that terrifying little mountain village and the strange smile of Widow Li. He knew that the demon had not really been destroyed, it was just waiting for an opportunity to reappear.
And Lin Mo also understood a truth: in this world, there are some things that science cannot explain. They may be hidden in the dark, waiting to be touched by the ignorant. And if you touch them, you can pay a heavy price.
The story spread throughout the village and became a topic of conversation after dinner. People sighed at Lin Mo's bravery and wisdom, and at the same time, they were in awe and fear of that terrifying little mountain village and the demonic aura of Widow Li.
However, the story doesn't end there. Because the demon has not really been destroyed, it is still lurking in the darkness. Waiting for the next ignorant person to touch it......
(End of first half)
The above is the first half of "The Scholar's Stay", which shows the supernatural suspense in the folk tale by describing the strange events encountered by Lin Mo in the process of staying overnight. In the second half, plots such as how Lin Mo recovered, how he faced the doubts of the villagers, and how he tried to stop the demons from raging again can be further explored, adding more climaxes and twists to the story. At the same time, through Lin Mo's experience, we can also explore the relationship between people and the unknown world, as well as the courage and wisdom in the face of fear and predicament. The night was like ink, and Lin Mo dragged his tired and heavy body back to his hometown. His face was pale, and the deep wound on his chest, though bandaged, was still oozing blood, as if telling of the horror and thrill he had experienced before.
When the villagers saw Lin Mo returning, they all came forward to ask him what had happened. Lin Mo just smiled faintly and didn't explain too much. He knew that there were some things that others would not believe when they were said, and it would only increase fear and distress.
However, the elders in the village saw Lin Mo's strangeness. They knew that Lin Mo was a learned person and would not get hurt for no reason. So, they found Lin Mo privately, hoping that he could reveal some details so that the village could take precautions.
Lin Mo hesitated for a moment, and finally decided to tell the elders what he had experienced. He recounted the Widow Lee he met during the nightstay, the eerie smile and the final struggle. After hearing this, the elders looked solemn, and they knew that what Lin Mo said was true, because there had been a strange legend about Widow Li in the village.
The elders decided to take steps to prevent the demons from invading the village again. They invited a Taoist priest and performed an exorcism ritual in the village. At the same time, it also strengthened the publicity and education of the villagers, warning them not to trust strangers, let alone touch those unknown things at will.
However, despite these measures, the tranquility of the village was shattered. Soon after, all sorts of strange phenomena began to appear in the village. Some people will see dark shadows swaying outside the window at night, while others will hear strange laughter in their dreams. These phenomena made the villagers panic, and they began to wonder if the evil spirit had returned.
Lin Mo also noticed these anomalies. He is well aware that as a member of the village, he has a responsibility to protect everyone's safety. So, he decided to embark on another journey to find a way to completely eradicate the demon.
During the long journey, Lin Mo went through a lot of hardships and finally found a master who lived in seclusion in the mountains and forests. This master of the essence channel method can subdue demons and eliminate demons. After listening to what happened to Lin Mo, he pondered for a moment, and then said slowly: "Demonic things are often bred by the greed and desire in people's hearts. If we want to completely eradicate them, we must first start with the hearts of the people. ”
Lin Mo suddenly realized after hearing this. He understands the mistake he had made before - he believed too much in his own wisdom and courage, but neglected the greed and lust in people's hearts. It is precisely because of these greeds and desires that demons have an opportunity to take advantage of.
So, Lin Mo decided to return to the village, starting from himself, to change the thoughts and behaviors of the villagers. He preached the spirit of Taoism to the villagers, telling them to cherish the present moment, let go of greed, and keep a pure heart. At the same time, he also led the villagers to practice the Tao together to improve their cultivation and resilience.
After a period of hard work, the atmosphere of the village gradually changed. People have become more harmonious and help each other, without the suspicion and greed they used to be. And those strange phenomena have gradually disappeared, as if the demon has really been completely destroyed.
However, just when the villagers thought that everything had returned to calm, an unexpected thing happened. One night, when Lin Mo was patrolling outside the village, he suddenly noticed a dark shadow quietly approaching the village. He was shocked and hurriedly stepped forward to check.
When he approached, he found that the black shadow turned out to be a familiar figure - Widow Li! She looked even more eerie and terrifying than before, with greed and hatred shining in her eyes. Lin Mo understood that she must be the embodiment of demons and wanted to invade the village again.
Lin Mo didn't hesitate, he immediately stepped forward and started a fight with Widow Li. This time, he is more cautious and calm, no longer as impulsive and reckless as before. He used the knowledge of Taoism he had learned to start a fierce battle with Widow Li.
After a fierce battle, Lin Mo finally succeeded in subduing Widow Li. He used his wisdom and courage to defeat the demon incarnation and protect the safety of the village. The villagers gathered around him to thank him for his bravery and dedication, but Lin Mo just smiled faintly and didn't say much.
However, Lin Mo knew that this victory was only temporary. Demonic beings do not easily give up their invasion and temptation of humans. He understands his responsibility and mission – he wants to continue to practice the knowledge of the Dao, constantly improve his cultivation and ability, and contribute his strength to the peace and tranquility of mankind.
Since then, Lin Mo has become a legend in the village. With his actions and deeds, he inspired the villagers to keep moving forward and constantly pursue a higher realm. And the village that was once invaded by demons has also regained its vitality and vitality, and has become a harmonious and beautiful home.
The years are like a song, and Lin Mo's story is sung in the village. People see in him the strength of courage and wisdom, as well as perseverance and perseverance in the face of fear and adversity. And his legend will forever inspire people to keep going and pursue their dreams and goals. In the depths of that village, Lin Mo's story is like a bright pearl, shining in the long river of time. When night falls, the breeze blows through the rice paddies, and the villagers sit around the campfire and whisper the legend of courage, wisdom and self-redemption.
After defeating Widow Li's incarnation, Lin Mo did not choose to leave the village, but decided to stay and continue his spiritual path. He knows very well that the root of evil things lies in the greed and desire of the human heart, and only by educating the human heart can the breeding of evil be truly prevented.
As a result, Lin Mo began to set up a school in the village, personally teaching the children to read and write, and at the same time teaching them the essence of Taoism. He hopes that these children can distinguish between right and wrong, maintain a pure heart, and become the guardians of the village in the future.
In the school, Lin Mo is not only the children's teacher, but also their friend and guide. He used his own experience to tell the children that when facing fears and difficulties, they should face them bravely instead of running away. He explained the mysteries of Taoism in a simple way, so that the children could understand the true meaning of life in a relaxed and happy atmosphere.
However, edifying people's hearts is not something that happens overnight. In the process of teaching children, Lin Mo also encountered many difficulties and challenges. Some parents don't understand what he is doing and think he is wasting their children's time; Some children are reluctant to listen to his teachings because of their stubborn nature. But Lin Mo did not give up, he used his patience and perseverance to slowly change the atmosphere of the village.
As time passed, Lin Mo's efforts began to pay off. The children in the village are becoming more sensible and polite, they are beginning to know how to respect their elders, care for others, and learn how to face the difficulties and challenges of life. Parents also gradually understood Lin Mo's good intentions and began to support his education career.
However, just as the village is gradually moving towards harmony, a sudden news breaks the silence. One day, one of the village's elders suddenly fell seriously ill, and on his deathbed, he told his family that he had strayed into a mysterious cave when he was young, where a secret of immortality was hidden. The news quickly spread through the village and caused an uproar.
Many people have developed a keen interest in that mysterious cave, and they hope to be able to find that secret so that they and their families can live forever. As a result, there was a craze in the village to find the elixir of life. People left their homes and embarked on a journey to find the cave.
After Lin Mo learned the news, he couldn't help but feel a burst of worry in his heart. He understood that what was hidden in that cave was not some elixir, but a lair of demonic things. He feared that if the villagers strayed into it, they would fall into the trap of evil again.
So, Lin Mo decided to take action. He summoned the elders and young people of the village, told them about the dangers of the cave, and warned them not to believe rumors and blindly pursue immortality. However, many people have been blinded by greed and desire, and they don't believe Lin Mo's words and insist on finding that secret.
Faced with this situation, Lin Mo felt both helpless and distressed. He knew he couldn't stop everyone's moves, but he couldn't just watch the villagers go into danger. So, he made a difficult decision - he wanted to go to the cave and find out for himself.
With a firm heart, Lin Mo embarked on a journey to find the cave. He climbed mountains and forests, and finally found the legendary cave. As he walked into the cave, an eerie aura came over him. He took a deep breath and forcibly kept himself calm and alert.
In the cave, Lin Mo encountered all kinds of weird and terrifying things. He saw visions of the villagers who had been bewitched by demons, and their faces were hideous and painful; He also saw the demon beasts controlled by the demons, they were fierce and unusual, brutal and ruthless. However, Lin Mo was not intimidated, and he used his wisdom and courage to overcome these difficulties one by one.
Eventually, Lin Mo came to the deepest part of the cave. There, he saw the so-called "elixir of life"—in fact, a black liquid contaminated by demons. This, he understood, was what the villagers who had been blinded by greed and lust were after. However, he also knows that this kind of thing does not bring true immortality, but only makes people fall into endless pain and suffering.
Lin Mo took a deep breath and pasted the Dao talisman he had brought to the entrance of the cave. Suddenly, a powerful energy burst out from the talisman, enveloping the entire cave in a golden light. The monsters that were controlled by the demons fell to the ground one after another wailing; And the villagers, who had been deceived by the vision, gradually regained their senses.
Lin Mo stood at the entrance of the cave, looking at the villagers who were gradually coming to their senses. His heart was full of emotion and helplessness. He knew that although he had temporarily prevented the invasion of demons, in order to truly eliminate the root cause of demons, he still needed to start from people's hearts.
So, after Lin Mo returned to the village, he continued his path of indoctrination. With his actions and words, he constantly instilled the spirit of Taoism in the villagers, telling them to cherish the present, let go of greed, and maintain a pure heart. At the same time, he also actively sought help and support from the outside world, hoping to get more guidance and teachings from Taoist masters.
With Lin Mo's unremitting efforts, the village gradually became harmonious and peaceful. People are beginning to know how to respect nature and care for others; The children have also become more sensible and polite. And Lin Mo also felt unprecedented satisfaction and joy in this process.
However, Lin Mo did not stop because of this. He is well aware that educating people's hearts is a long-term and arduous task that requires more effort and patience. Therefore, he decided to compile his experience and wisdom into a book on Taoism, hoping to leave some valuable wealth for future generations.
In the process of compiling the book, Lin Mo encountered many difficulties and challenges. He not only has to express the complex knowledge of Taoism in easy-to-understand language, but also combines his own personal experience and perception, so that readers can truly understand the essence of Taoism. In order to accomplish this task, Lin Mo forgot to sleep and eat, and worked day and night, only the words and sentences in his eyes.
After countless days and nights of hard work, Lin Mo finally completed his book. When he saw the heavy pages, he couldn't help but feel an inexplicable excitement and pride in his heart. He knows that this book is not only his personal hard work and sweat, but also his deep expectation and blessing for the village and future generations.
At the book release ceremony, the villagers came to congratulate and thank Lin Mo. They were touched by Lin Mo's perseverance and spirit, and they were also proud and proud that he was able to write such a valuable book. Lin Mo stood in the crowd, looking at those familiar and kind faces, his heart was full of gratitude and relief.
However, Lin Mo was not satisfied with this. He knows that this book is just a milestone on his path to edification, and that the road ahead is still long and difficult. Therefore, he decided to move on and keep striving for higher realms.
In the following days, Lin Mo began to travel around and visit Taoist masters in various places. He humbly sought advice, studied diligently, and constantly enriched and perfected his knowledge of Taoism. At the same time, he is also actively passing on his experience and wisdom to more people, hoping to benefit more people.
By chance, Lin Mo met an old man from afar. This old man is not only proficient in the art of channel magic, but also knows the way of people's hearts. He told Lin Mo that in order to truly educate people's hearts and eliminate the root of demons and evils, in addition to imparting Taoist knowledge, it is also necessary to understand people's inner needs and desires from the perspective of human nature.
Lin Mo was deeply inspired after hearing this, and he began to try to understand and educate people from the perspective of human nature. He uses his words, deeds and demeanor to influence and infect the people around him; He used his wisdom and courage to help those in need; He warms the lonely and indifferent hearts with his love and care.
With Lin Mo's efforts, the atmosphere of the village has become more harmonious and warm. People are beginning to know how to cherish each other and care for others; They begin to know how to let go of greed and lust and pursue inner peace and contentment. And those villagers who were once bewitched and controlled by demons have gradually regained their senses and regained their direction and purpose.
However, Lin Mo did not stop his steps because of this. He knew that there were many people in this world who needed his help and guidance. There are still many places where he needs to spread the spirit of the Daofa. Therefore, he decided to move on, to keep exploring and practicing.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, Lin Mo has traveled to most of the country. He walked through mountains and rivers, crossed the desert Gobi; He has seen all kinds of customs and customs, but also encountered all kinds of difficulties and challenges. But no matter what difficulties and challenges he encountered, Lin Mo never gave up his beliefs and pursuits.
Thanks to his efforts, more and more people began to understand and identify with the spirit of Taoism; More and more people are beginning to seek inner peace and contentment; More and more people are beginning to know how to cherish and care for the people around them. And those places that were once plagued and encroached upon by demons have gradually regained their tranquility and serenity.
When Lin Mo looked back on the past, he felt extremely relieved and proud. He knew he had fulfilled his mission and responsibility; He has left a legacy and legacy to this world. Although he is old and frail and can no longer travel and teach as he did when he was younger, his spirit and beliefs will live on forever, inspiring generations to pursue higher realms and a better life.