Ink fountain secret words
In the ancient Jiangnan water town, there is a supernatural suspense story about carpenters and county orders. The story takes place in a small town shrouded in smoke and rain, and the townspeople's residents have passed down the wisdom of carpenters and the justice of the prefectural ordinance for generations.
Li Si, a carpenter, is a middle-aged man with exquisite craftsmanship and an introverted personality. He has a skillful hand that can carve ordinary wood into lifelike works of art. However, deep in Li Si's heart, there is an unknown fear, and he often hears some inexplicable voices in the dead of night. Despite this, he still sticks to his post and uses his craft to bring warmth and beauty to the residents of the town.
The county magistrate Zhang is an iron-faced, selfless, fair and strict official. He was devoted to the people and was deeply loved by the people. However, recently, Mr. Zhang has encountered a tricky case, and strange things frequently happen in the house of the richest man in the town, Mr. Liu, which makes him feel pressured. In order to find out the truth, Master Zhang decided to ask the carpenter Li Si to come and repair the mansion of Master Liu's family so that he could observe secretly.
After Li Si received Lord Zhang's invitation, although he had doubts in his heart, he still agreed. He took his toolbox and came to Mr. Liu's house. The house is simple and elegant, but it has a strange atmosphere everywhere. During the renovation process, Li Si often felt that someone was peeping behind him, but whenever he turned around, it was empty.
That night, Li Si worked overtime alone in the house. In the dead of night, there is silence, only the moonlight sprinkles on the bluestone slabs, reflecting mottled light and shadow. Li Sizheng was concentrating on carving a piece of wood carving, when suddenly, a slight sound of footsteps broke the silence of the night. He was so shocked that the carving knife in his hand almost slipped off. He cautiously raised his head and looked around, but saw nothing.
However, the footsteps grew clearer and clearer, as if someone was walking towards him. Li Si's heart raced, and he clenched the ink fountain in his hand, which was his only weapon. He took a deep breath and tried to keep himself calm. At this moment, a black shadow suddenly flashed out from the corner of the wall and rushed towards Li Si.
Li Si didn't have time to think about it, so he instinctively waved the ink fountain and smashed it towards the black shadow. Hearing only a muffled "bang", the black shadow was hit by an ink fountain and fell to the ground. Li Si had the courage to take a closer look, but found that it was a ragged beggar lying on the ground. His face was pale, his eyes were closed, and he seemed to have fainted.
Li Si was afraid for a while, but he knew that now was not the time to be afraid. He quickly picked the beggar up and set it aside to rest. He then examined the scene carefully and found that the ink fountain was stained with some black powder. His heart moved, and he seemed to understand something.
It turned out that this mansion was once a deserted Taoist temple, and it was later bought by Master Liu and converted into a mansion. Taoist priests in Taoist temples used to draw charms on the walls with a special ink to suppress evil spirits. However, over time, these spells gradually lost their effectiveness, leading to evil spirits. And that beggar is probably the possession of evil spirits.
After Li Si understood his situation, he decided to take action. He returned to the toolbox and pulled out a sharp carving knife and a fine piece of wood. He took a deep breath and began to carve intently. Soon after, a lifelike wooden statue of Buddha appeared in his hands. He carefully placed the statue in the center of the house, and then drew a charm on the statue with his own blood.
As the spell was completed, a powerful aura emanated from the Buddha statue, forcing the surrounding evil spirits back. Li Si let out a long breath, knowing that he had finally solved this thorny problem. However, there was another question in his mind: where did this evil come from? Could it really be the beggar?
At this moment, Master Zhang suddenly appeared in front of Li Si. He looked at the Buddha statue in Li Si's hand and the beggar on the ground, with a look of surprise on his face. After asking Li Si about what happened, he decided to investigate the case in depth. He believed that there must be a larger conspiracy behind this evil cult.
However, just as Master Zhang was about to leave, he suddenly felt a chill hit him. He looked up and saw that the beggar, who was supposed to have passed out, was slowly getting up from the ground. His eyes turned red, as if a raging flame was burning. He stared at Master Zhang and Li Si, and the corners of his mouth hooked up a weird smile.
Master Zhang and Li Si were shocked, they knew that this evil had not really been eliminated. They had to come up with a more thorough plan to eradicate the problem once and for all. However, in this world full of unknowns and dangers, how will they face the challenges of the future?
At this point in the story, a suspense is left. Can Li Si and Master Zhang uncover the truth behind the evil? And how will they respond to this bizarre case? Everything is revealed in the second half. The moonlight is as old as ever, shrouded over the courtyard of Master Liu's house, like a thin veil covering unknown secrets. Master Zhang and Li Si glanced at each other, and each could read firmness and determination in each other's eyes. They know that tonight is not destined to be peaceful.
The beggar slowly stood up, his figure seemed to be taller than before, and every movement revealed an indescribable strangeness. His eyes seemed to be burning with flames, and people did not dare to look at them directly. He let out a low, terrifying laugh that reverberated through the empty courtyard and made people shudder.
"You two dare to disturb my good deeds." The beggar's voice was hoarse and eerie, as if it were a call from hell.
Master Zhang clenched the sword in his hand, although he was a civil official, his many years of officialdom career also allowed him to practice martial arts. He calmly analyzes the situation, trying to find out the beggar's weakness. And Li Si held the ink fountain tightly, his hands were trembling slightly, but he knew that he couldn't back down.
"Who kind of evil are you, how dare you make trouble here!" Zhang shouted loudly, trying to overwhelm the other party with his momentum.
The beggar did not care, he smiled contemptuously, and said, "I am the guardian saint of this house, and it is really a death for you to dare to trespass on this place." ”
Li Si's heart moved, and he recalled the legend he had heard about this mansion before. It is said that the mansion was originally a deserted Taoist temple where Taoist priests practiced and suppressed evil spirits. Could it be that this beggar is some Taoist priest in the Taoist temple who has become an evil for some reason?
He took a deep breath and boldly asked, "Since you are a guardian spirit, why do you want to make trouble?" ”
When the beggar heard this, his face sank, and his voice became even more gloomy: "The treasures in this mansion should have been guarded by me. But Master Liu was greedy and forcibly occupied this place, and also tried to take the treasure for himself. How can I tolerate him! ”
Only then did Master Zhang and Li Si understand that the beggar was not really evil, but a Taoist priest in the Taoist temple who had become a powerful ghost because of anger and obsession. With a plan in mind, they decided to stabilize the beggar first, and then look for an opportunity to subdue it.
"We didn't mean to offend, we were just ordered to investigate. If you can let go of your attachments, we may be able to help you get rid of them. "Master Zhang tried to influence the beggar with words.
The beggar was unmoved, he sneered, and said, "You mortals, how can you understand my pain and anger. Stay here tonight and enjoy the endless darkness with me! ”
With that, the beggar pounced on Master Zhang and Li Si. Lord Zhang greeted him with a sword, and the two engaged in a fierce fight with the beggar. However, the beggars' power seemed to be endless, and they gradually felt powerless.
At this moment, Li Si suddenly remembered the ink fountain in his hand. He remembers hearing his grandfather say that the ink fountain is not only a carpenter's tool, but also contains a mysterious power. He clenched the ink fountain and recited the incantation his grandfather had taught him.
Suddenly, a strong light emanated from the ink fountain, forcing the beggar back a few steps. Seeing this, Li Si was overjoyed, he knew that he had found the key to subduing the beggar. He continued to chant incantations as he drew spells in the air with an ink fountain.
As the spell was completed, a powerful aura emanated from the ink fountain, trapping the beggar firmly. The beggar roared angrily, but to no avail. He struggled to break free, but each time he was bounced back by a powerful aura.
Seeing this, Lord Zhang took the opportunity to swing his sword and attack the beggar. After a fierce struggle, they finally subdued the beggar. The beggar's body gradually became transparent, and finally dissipated into the air as a wisp of green smoke.
Li Si let out a long breath, and he felt an unprecedented exhaustion. But he knew that he had succeeded in saving the house and the townspeople. He looked back at Master Zhang, and the two of them looked at each other and smiled, all their exhaustion turned into relief and joy.
However, just when they thought it was all over, a dark shadow suddenly flashed behind them. They were shocked, and when they looked back, they found that the black shadow had disappeared without a trace. They knew in their hearts that this case was not really over, and that there was a bigger conspiracy hidden behind it.
Master Zhang and Li Si decided to continue to investigate the case in depth and uncover the truth behind it. They know that the world is full of unknowns and dangers, but they also believe that as long as they maintain firm faith and courage, they will be able to overcome all difficulties.
The moonlight is still like water, sprinkled on the bluestone slab, reflecting the firm backs of the two. They walked out of this mansion full of strange and dangerous in the moonlight. And in this world full of supernatural suspense, their story continues...... The moonlight gradually dimmed, but the vigilance in the hearts of Master Zhang and Li Si did not diminish at all. Although the battle in the mansion temporarily quelled the evil turmoil, the inexplicable black shadow revealed a greater mystery for them.
"Lord Zhang, look at that dark shadow..." Li Si wanted to speak and stopped, although he was a skilled carpenter, he was inevitably afraid of this supernatural phenomenon.
Master Zhang's brows tightened, and he said calmly: "Li Si, everything you did tonight, this official will definitely remember it in his heart. But now, we have more important things to do. ”
Li Si nodded, he knew that Master Zhang was referring to the black shadow that suddenly appeared. The two of them looked at each other and made a decision in their hearts. They can't stop there, they have to get to the bottom of it.
So, they began to carefully search every corner of the house, hoping to find the trace of the dark shadow. Li Si used his carpentry skills to carefully inspect every plank and every crevice, while Master Zhang used his keen observation to look for any possible clues.
Suddenly, Li Si found a small hidden grid behind an inconspicuous wooden plank. He cautiously opened it, revealing a yellowed note hidden inside. A series of names and dates were written crookedly on it, including Mr. Liu's name.
Master Zhang took the note, and his face became solemn: "This seems to be some kind of record, and these names... It's all about the town's magnates. ”
Li Si was secretly shocked in his heart, could it be that there was a bigger conspiracy hidden behind this? He began to think back to all the strange things that had happened before, and it seemed that they all had something to do with the mansion. Could it be that this mansion is not only a place for Taoist priests to practice, but also hides deeper secrets?
The two decided to return to the county office first and study the note carefully. They know that this may be the key to unraveling all the mysteries.
Back at the county office, Lord Zhang immediately gathered a group of arresters and began to compare the names on the note with the dignitaries in the town. And Li Si stood silently aside, his heart full of doubts and worries.
After some investigation, they discovered an astonishing fact: the names on the note were all businessmen or magnates who had suddenly become rich in the town in recent years. And the time when they got rich coincided strikingly with the date on the note.
"What the hell is going on?" Li Si couldn't help but ask.
Master Zhang took a deep breath and said slowly, "I'm afraid, this mansion is more than just a simple place to practice. It may also be hiding a huge secret, a secret that can make people rich quickly. ”
Li Si's heart was shocked, and he began to think back to his previous experiences. Those strange footsteps, the Taoist priest who turned into a beggar, and the black shadow that suddenly appeared... Everything seems to be connected with this secret.
"So what do we do now?" Li Si asked eagerly.
A hint of determination flashed in Lord Zhang's eyes: "We must thoroughly investigate this secret and bring peace to the residents of the town." ”
So, the two returned to the house again and began to investigate more deeply. They discovered that in the basement of the mansion, there was a complex system of mechanisms. And this mechanism system seems to be related to some mysterious power in the house.
After some hard work, they finally unlocked the secret of the mechanism. It turns out that the mansion was once a place of ancient treasures. In order to protect this treasure, the Taoist priests set up complex mechanisms and charms. And those powerful people who got rich unintentionally triggered the mechanism and got the clues of the treasure, so they became rich overnight.
However, this land of treasures is also fraught with dangers. The Taoist priest who turned into a beggar was trapped in this mansion because he was greedily searching for treasure and triggered the trap. And his obsession and anger have also turned into that strange evil.
Master Zhang and Li Si decided to make the news public so that the residents of the town would know the truth. At the same time, they also decided to repair the mechanism system and hide the treasure again in order to protect this ancient treasure land.
With their efforts, the strange phenomenon in the house gradually disappeared. The residents of the town finally learned the truth, and they thanked Master Zhang and Li Si for bringing peace to the town.
And the resentment of the Taoist priest who turned into a beggar was also quelled by their efforts. He finally let go of his obsession and anger and returned to his original place of cultivation.
Master Zhang and Li Si stood in front of the restored mansion and smiled at each other. They knew they had done something meaningful for the townspeople. And this experience will also become an unforgettable memory for their lives.
As the night deepened, the moonlight sprinkled on the restored house, making it look particularly peaceful and peaceful. And Li Si and Master Zhang stood silently in the moonlight, enjoying this rare peace and satisfaction. As the moonlight deepened, the two people in front of the house seemed to be dyed with a hazy glow. Master Zhang sighed lightly, his eyes full of deep thought. Li Si stared at the closed door of the house, as if he could see through the heavy wooden door the interweaving of the past and the future.
"Li Si, do you think we did the right thing this time?" Master Zhang broke the silence suddenly, his voice low and powerful, with a hint of imperceptible exhaustion.
Li Si was slightly stunned, and then replied, "My lord, I think we did the right thing. We revealed the truth to the townspeople, and found a place to settle the Taoist priest's grievances. Although the process is full of dangers and unknowns, I think this is what we are all about as human beings – to keep searching, to keep seeking the truth. ”
Master Zhang nodded, and a hint of approval flashed in his eyes: "You're right, Li Si." Although we are only a speck of dust in this vast world, it is our continuous pursuit and exploration that makes this world more colorful. ”
The two fell into a brief silence, as if they were both reminiscing about the experience that brought about it. In the moonlight, their figures stretched long, as if they were one with this ancient land.
At this moment, a gentle breeze blew, bringing a hint of coolness. Li Si unconsciously tightened the clothes on his body, but his eyes involuntarily fell on the corner of the house. There, an ancient locust tree stands quietly with lush branches, as if witnessing the vicissitudes of this house for hundreds of years.
"My lord, look at the locust tree." Li Si pointed to the locust tree and said, "It also seems to tell us that no matter how many winds and rains we go through, as long as we have love and faith in our hearts, we can take root in this land and live endlessly." ”
Master Zhang looked at Li Si's direction, and saw that the locust tree looked particularly solemn and sacred in the moonlight. His heart moved, as if he had been touched by some kind of power. He took a deep breath and said slowly, "Li Si, you're right. This locust tree is just like us, no matter how many hardships and trials it goes through, as long as you have faith and persistence in your heart, you can take root and thrive in this land. ”
The two fell silent again, but this time the silence was full of strength and hope. They know that while they are only a small part of the town, their actions and choices can bring change and hope to the land.
At that moment, there was a faint sound of footsteps in the distance. The two of them raised their heads vigilantly, only to see a figure walking slowly. The man was dressed in a green robe, his face was delicate, and his eyes shone with wisdom. He walked up to the two of them, smiled slightly, and said, "Two adults, I already know about your good deeds. The mansion has returned to its former tranquility, and the Taoist priest's grievances have been quelled. On behalf of all the living beings in this land, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to you. ”
Master Zhang and Li Si glanced at each other, and they both saw the surprise and joy in each other's eyes. They didn't expect their actions to be recognized by the land. The man continued: "There are many secrets and treasures in this land, but the real treasures are not gold and silver jewels, but wisdom and power that can sublimate people's hearts and continue their lives. I hope that you will continue to explore and move forward to bring more light and hope to this land. ”
With that, the man turned and left, disappearing into the moonlight. Master Zhang and Li Si looked at his departing back, and their hearts were full of respect and emotion. They know that they are only a small part of the land, but they also believe that as long as they have faith and perseverance in their hearts, they can bring more change and hope to this land.
As the night deepened, the moonlight sprinkled the entire house like water. Master Zhang and Li Si stood in the moonlight, as if they were one with the land. They know that their mission is not over and that there is still a long way to go. But they also believe that as long as there is light, love, and faith in their hearts, they can continue to move forward and continue to explore this world full of unknowns and wonders.
In the moonlight, the figures of the two gradually blurred, but their faith and determination were as deeply rooted in this land as the ancient locust tree. They know that no matter how many difficulties and challenges await them in the future, as long as they have light, love, and faith in their hearts, they can bravely face everything and welcome the arrival of every dawn.