Chapter 88 - 87: Seven Stars Gathering Qi and Spirit Array

Chapter 88: Chapter 87: Seven Stars Gathering Qi and Spirit Array ... Dong Yuqing said nothing, tacitly admitting to it. At this moment, her heart was filled with shock. Business at the Fengshui Pavilion is excellent. Not only do many wealthy individuals visit to invite Dong Yuqing to assess their fengshui, but there are also numerous Feng Shui Masters who come to purchase fengshui artifacts. Among them, quite a few can discern the fengshui array embedded within the Heavenly Water Pavilion. However, most can only see the most superficial level: "Money flows like water, wealth rolls in endlessly." Of course, there are also some more skilled Feng Shui Masters who can discern the grand design of "Water overflows the golden mountain, abundance fills the hall." Yet, over all these years, not one person has ever been able to see the final layer: "A formation within a formation, three loops forming a ring"—the Seven Stars Gathering Qi and Spirit Array. Today, Yan Xiaobao stood as the sole exception. It’s not that the "Seven Stars Gathering Qi and Spirit Array" is so mysterious that no one can see through it; rather, the seven lanterns around it were surrounded by many decorative items resembling them, creating a "fish-eye" effect that fooled everyone’s vision. But today, unexpectedly, Yan Xiaobao was the anomaly, seeing right through the hidden fengshui array. This level of insight alone was enough to leave Dong Yuqing astounded and deeply impressed. At this moment, she realized clearly that Yan Xiaobao’s mastery of fengshui techniques far surpassed her own! "Seven Stars Gathering Qi and Spirit Array?" Tang Wenjun asked curiously, "Sounds impressive, but I’m looking at these seven lanterns and can’t see anything special about them..." "If even a layman like you could see it, how would that highlight my capabilities?" Yan Xiaobao shot Tang Wenjun a sideways glance and said, "These seven lanterns were meticulously crafted as fengshui artifacts, then arranged according to the positions of the Big Dipper to naturally form the Seven Stars Gathering Qi and Spirit Array." Tang Wenjun pressed further, "So, what function does this Seven Stars Gathering Qi and Spirit Array serve? What kind of Qi does it gather? What type of spirit does it nurture?" Yan Xiaobao didn’t answer directly and instead surveyed the surroundings. "If I’m not mistaken, this Heaven and Water Bureau must be at least a century old." Dong Yuqing likewise looked around, her gaze carrying a hint of nostalgia. "The Heavenly Water Pavilion passed into my hands as the seventh generation custodian, spanning nearly 150 years in total." Originally, fengshui techniques, like many other traditional crafts, adhered to the tradition of "passing down to insiders and not to outsiders; passing down to sons and not to daughters." However, Dong Yuqing’s father was the only scion of the Dong Family, and it was only at the age of fifty that he finally had her, his precious daughter. If the craft weren’t passed to her, it would inevitably be lost forever. Moreover, in today’s modern society, such feudal notions of favoring sons over daughters have significantly waned in big cities like Binhai. Thus, after Dong Yuqing’s father passed away, she inherited the family legacy, becoming the seventh-generation heir of the Heavenly Water Pavilion. "That explains everything." Yan Xiaobao nodded. "The Heavenly Water Pavilion’s enduring prosperity is due precisely to the secret of the Seven Stars Gathering Qi and Spirit Array. The stars gather not financial Qi, but spiritual Qi. I suppose the main business of the Heavenly Water Pavilion isn’t fengshui consulting but selling fengshui artifacts, right?" Yan Xiaobao’s incisive comment struck the truth, causing Dong Yuqing’s facial expression to change repeatedly. She then bowed slightly and said, "Mr. Yan has keen eyes. Your mastery of fengshui techniques surpasses mine by far. I concede." Tang Wenjun suddenly realized that the Seven Stars Gathering Qi and Spirit Array was the legendary formation capable of nurturing fengshui artifacts. With this array, the Heavenly Water Pavilion effectively becomes a treasure trove, no wonder its business is thriving and has remained so for a century. "A top-level master observes the constellation; a mid-tier master examines water currents; a lower-tier master roams the mountains. To have laid out the Seven Stars Gathering Qi and Spirit Array certainly qualifies as first-class mastery." Yan Xiaobao glanced at Dong Yuqing and remarked, "Too bad your skill level is far behind your ancestors’. If you had such capabilities, Tang Wenjun wouldn’t have ended up being so unlucky." Being belittled and critiqued once more by Yan Xiaobao, Dong Yuqing unexpectedly didn’t take offense. Her lack of skill was undeniable—what was there to argue about? "Mr. Yan’s admonishment is justified. I accept defeat." "Really?" Yan Xiaobao clapped his hands in delight, laughing out loud. "Since you’ve accepted defeat, from now on, you’re my wife!" "Mr. Yan, you’re mistaken," Dong Yuqing replied in an unhurried and melodious voice. "Earlier, I never agreed to make any bets with you. So, even if I admit defeat, I haven’t lost myself to you as your wife." "Oh, so when you invited me to assess the fengshui of your shop, it was merely to test my abilities. If I proved superior, you wouldn’t agree to make a wager with me?" Yan Xiaobao belatedly realized and added, "You’re seriously cunning." Tang Wenjun gave Yan Xiaobao a dumbfounded look and thought to himself: She was clearly testing you—how are you only realizing this now? For some reason, Tang Wenjun secretly felt sympathy for Yan Xiaobao. If he had realized earlier and known Dong Yuqing was testing him, then instead of revealing the hidden formations of the Heavenly Water Pavilion, he could have feigned ignorance, played the fool to lure her into making a bet. The moment she agreed, he’d easily secure another wife. Wouldn’t that have been perfect... Dong Yuqing pursed her lips into a smile. "It’s not that I’m cunning; it’s that Mr. Yan is too formidable—I had to be cautious." "No problem." Yan Xiaobao waved his hand nonchalantly. "You’re very beautiful and interesting—I like you. Since I’ve started liking you, it’s just a matter of time before you become my wife." Dong Yuqing simply smiled and didn’t take his words seriously. Tang Wenjun, however, felt a sudden clarity. The more he understood Yan Xiaobao, the better he comprehended why this man could charm countless women and enjoy the blessings of having multiple admirers simultaneously. Yan Xiaobao’s character was straightforward and sincere, his words direct, even bordering on naïve. Yet, he was highly capable. Whether it was fighting, playing sports, or his fengshui skills demonstrated today, he was leagues above the average person. Most importantly, he was remarkably self-assured, extremely persistent, and unabashedly thick-skinned. Everything he said or did revolved around one central theme: "wife," and he wouldn’t hesitate to pay any price, relentlessly pursuing his goal... A man like this, once he sets his sights on Dong Yuqing... she might genuinely struggle to escape his grasp... "Now that the conversation is wrapping up, let’s head over to my house to check out the fengshui," Tang Wenjun timely invited Yan Xiaobao and Dong Yuqing. Dong Yuqing uttered no more words, nodding as she stood up. Her tailored qipao accentuated her graceful figure, exuding elegance. She was naturally duty-bound to fix the issues in the fengshui array she had arranged for Tang Wenjun’s house. Yan Xiaobao, however, leaned back in his chair, crossed one leg over the other, picked up his teacup, took a sip leisurely, and shook his head repeatedly, "I’m not going." ... [Please collect, recommend, tip, and support!] ... Follow current novels on f(r)eewebnovel