Chapter 251: Jade is no match
After the rain, the sky clears up.
A ray of warm sunshine penetrated the clouds and sprinkled on the wet ground.
The light shines through the damaged window lattice of the ancient temple, illuminating everyone in spots and bringing a touch of warmth.
Pushing open the creaking door, you are greeted by the fresh air after the rain mixed with the fragrance of earth and leaves, which is refreshing.
Looking up into the distance, there is a gauze-like mist lingering between the mountains, and the trees washed by the rain are even more green, and everything is glowing with new life.
Chen Yun took a deep breath, his heart filled with complicated emotions.
He didn't know how to describe what he encountered today.
Whenever he touches the stone Garuda, he always has an inexplicable feeling, which seems to be a vague sense of familiarity.
That strange feeling seemed like an illusion.
But it seems not.
During the rainy period, Chen Yun had been silently trying to relive that feeling.
He can rely on his powerful mental perception ability to feel the details of each statue in this ancient temple, and to accurately record every unevenness on the surface of the statue.
His spiritual perception was like an invisible net, gently covering every inch of this abandoned ancient temple.
Although these statues have become dilapidated due to age and disrepair, under Chen Yun's spiritual touch, each statue has become vivid.
He seemed to be able to touch the delicate carvings on the cold stone statue, and what came from his fingertips was the piety and concentration of the craftsman's knife. He noticed the compassion between the brows and eyes of a Guanyin statue and the delicate patterns hidden in the folds of its clothes.
Even the smallest cracks were clearly visible in his perception.
He can rely on his sense of smell across time and space to experience the smells that this ancient temple has produced in the past year.
As his consciousness deepened, a picture of the smell of the ancient temple in the past year gradually unfolded in his mind - in spring, the fresh fragrance of the wild flowers blooming around the ancient temple; in summer, the light mildew emitted by the moist soil and wood after the rain The smell is intertwined; when the autumn breeze blows, the sweet smell of decaying leaves and ripe fruits in the distance; in the cold winter, the smoky smell of dead branches occasionally burning in the ancient temple, and in those silent days, the antiquity and loneliness fill the air the taste.
These smells are like a string of codes, recording the loneliness of the ancient temple and the passage of time, making Chen Yun feel as if he has personally experienced the changes of the ancient temple throughout the year.
Through this extraordinary way of perception, Chen Yun was not only observing, but also having a dialogue across time and space with this ancient temple. Every detail and every breath told their own story, which made him I gained a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of this ancient temple.
But no matter how you perceive and try.
But I can't find that special feeling again.
The Garuda statue is so ordinary, no different from any other stone sculpture present. The once exquisite craftsmanship has become mottled with the passage of time.
It seemed that everything just now was a lie, everything was just a dream.
All conditioned dharma is like a dream.
It is like dew and electricity, so it should be viewed as such.
Chen Yun didn't know the impermanent nature of what happened just now, but he always faced all changes and encounters in life with an equal and detached heart.
Faced with this unprecedented special situation that may be related to the cause of changes in his body.
Chen Yun's choice was simple and direct.
That is...
Sou Shan!
Starting from this ancient temple, he did not intend to let go of any corner within a hundred miles of it. He planned to take a closer look at every ant nest and must uncover any anomalies that might exist in this ancient temple and the mountain.
After all, what he encountered in this mountain and this ancient temple was the first situation that might be related to evolution since his own evolution.
Naturally, some situations involving oneself should be treated with caution.
Of course.
Prior to this, Chen Yun did not take action immediately.
because.
The rain stopped now.
Everyone who was hiding from the rain in the ancient temple began to prepare to go down the mountain one after another.
He looked at his friends beside him.
Chen Yun, who had not felt any strange feelings during the whole raining process, also decided to go down the mountain temporarily with the crowd.
What I have to do now is to go back with my friends in peace for the time being.
After that, when I was alone, I could search the mountains with peace of mind.
After all, Chen Yun was not too anxious about this matter.
I had carefully sensed it for a long time and found no abnormalities, so I was not in a hurry to start searching the mountain immediately.
Think so.
The group of them descended the mountain silently.
As the saying goes: It is easy to go up the mountain, but difficult to go down the mountain.
Although going up the mountain is hard and requires physical strength and perseverance, every step is towards the goal, and the road under your feet is relatively stable; while when going down the mountain, although gravity can help speed up, the road surface may be slippery, making it difficult to control speed and maintain balance. , you may fall if you are not careful, and the risk is high.
And after it rained.
This situation is even more obvious.
Even in scenic areas enclosed by barbed wire, if there are stone steps, you need to be extra careful to avoid accidentally slipping.
Because of some anxiety in their hearts, several people accidentally skidded on the road.
Fortunately it's not serious.
After walking for more than 20 minutes, the group finally arrived at a place with more signs of various scenic spots and left the edge of the scenic spot.
The area where Chen Yun and the others abandoned the scenic sightseeing bus and switched to walking was in this area, but it was not right here. After all, they took a different road down the mountain this time.
Seeing the middle-aged tour leader start to call the staff with a mobile phone with signal, Chen Yun and the other four did not stay here too long, but directly got a sightseeing car and started going down the mountain back to the B&B.
The rest of the journey was smooth and no special circumstances were encountered.
A few people quickly returned to the B&B.
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After that, around five o’clock in the afternoon.
Chen Yun and others who returned to the B&B heard about it.
The scenic area has sent people to deal with matters related to the barbed wire fence and wild boars, and the scenic area on the mountain will be temporarily closed for a few days.
The staff of the scenic area must conduct a thorough inspection to ensure that no other dangerous creatures break into the barbed wire fence.
At the same time, a thorough inspection of all barbed wire fences must be carried out in a timely manner to ensure the safety and integrity of all barbed wire fences.
besides.
The young man who recklessly climbed over the barbed wire fence also caused the subsequent incident of wild boars entering the scenic area. The scenic area contacted the police to investigate and hold him accountable in accordance with the "Public Security Management Punishment Law" and the "Wild Animal Protection Law". The middle-aged team leader also Contact the company headquarters to deal with this young man.
But for these things.
A few people didn't pay too much attention. Since the scenic spot will be closed for a few days, they naturally plan to spend a few days in the small town at the foot of the mountain.
Fortunately, the town is also quite interesting.
Except fishing at the lake.
This town has developed entirely around tourism and has a variety of extremely interesting facilities and locations.
It was just about time for dinner.
A few people went out to look for food in the town for a while.
Walking on the stone-paved path, there are quaint shops on both sides with various signboards and warm lights, adding a bit of warmth and excitement to the evening in this mountainous area.
The air is filled with the aroma of food. There are both authentic mountain delicacies and modern creative dishes, which will make people's mouths move.
Chen Yun and his party were attracted by the aroma of various delicacies, and stopped from time to time to study the menus of roadside stalls and specialty restaurants.
They were first attracted by a small shop with a signboard of "Laozao Fish House". The smell of fish in the shop was mouth-watering. When you walk into the store, the walls are covered with a variety of fishing rods and old photos of fishermen, highlighting the unique niche fishing culture here.
They decided to try the local specialty grilled fish, choosing a freshly caught lake fish and cultured snake meat, paired with the store's special spicy sauce.
While waiting.
They also tasted the handmade rice wine in the store, which was sweet with a slight aroma of wine.
Even an old man like Shiraishi is quite satisfied with this.
After dinner, the night gets darker.
The town took on a different look.
The street lights are turned on one by one, and the light and shadow on the bluestone are intertwined, giving it a unique flavor.
They strolled to the square in the center of the town, where a small folk concert was being held, with local entertainers playing cheerful tunes on traditional instruments.
There were many tourists and residents sitting around, everyone swaying gently to the music.
The atmosphere is warm and harmonious.
Chen Yun and the others were also infected by this joyful atmosphere. They found a seat to sit down and enjoyed this rare leisure time for a while.
Around eight o'clock in the evening.
Several people came to a shop specializing in jade souvenirs.
In this jade shop with simple decoration and soft lighting, there are all kinds of jade jewelry on the shelves, from warm and delicate jade pendants to crystal clear Hetian jade bracelets.
Two ladies, Jiang Anping and Sun Huiwen, were on the other side selecting their favorite accessories, occasionally picking up one to ask Chen Yun and Bai Shi for their opinions.
They fell in love with these exquisite jade ornaments and discussed which one was more suitable for each other or to take back as a souvenir of the trip.
As for Bai Shi, he followed behind Chen Yun and commented on these jade ornaments in a low voice.
His words revealed his confidence in his and Chen Yun's carving skills, and he also provided professional insights into the quality of some jade materials.
But he still likes to find faults.
"Although the carving of this piece of jade is smooth, it lacks aura and the lines are not vivid enough. If I were to design it, I would make it vivid."
Shiraishi shook his head slightly and commented on a jade pendant.
Chen Yun listened with a smile, occasionally nodding in agreement, and there was a tacit understanding between the two.
They exchanged opinions from time to time, as if they were having an artistic dialogue that only they could understand.
The old Chen Yun would have been unable to say anything, but now he is also a master of jade carving, so he is naturally very clear about the secrets involved.
Therefore, he can also tell one thing about Shiraishi's complaints.
The two of them walked all the way to a staff member.
They stopped their discussion and listened quietly to the slightly exaggerated introduction by the clerk in front of them.
The clerk saw that the two seemed to be quite interested in jade.
So he didn't hear the professional discussion between the two just now. He became even more enthusiastic. He took out a pair of exquisite jade pendants from under the counter and said with a smile: "Two gentlemen, this is the treasure of our store. It uses The finest Hetian seed jade has been carefully crafted by master craftsmen for several months. You can see that this jade has a warm texture and a restrained luster. The pattern of dragons and phoenixes represents good fortune. It is very suitable for gifts to relatives and friends or as a collection. Feel the warmth of this jade and the craftsman’s ingenuity?”
His series of words can be described as extremely exaggerated.
Shiraishi couldn't help but roll his eyes after hearing this.
Chen Yun couldn't help but chuckle.
Both of them lamented that the salesperson was so eloquent, but the clerk's next move made both of them change their expressions.
I saw that the clerk was very enthusiastic and wanted to hand the jade directly to the two of them.
The smile on his face looked particularly bright.
See this.
Chen Yun narrowed his eyes, and Bai Shi's expression immediately changed.
As we all know, you can’t get rid of jade.
"Don't hand over jade" is an important industry unspoken rule in jewelry and jade transactions, which aims to ensure the safety of jade and maintain the fairness of the transaction.
This rule requires that when viewing or trading precious jade, it should not be passed directly from one person to another to avoid the risk of slipping and damage and disputes over liability.
By letting the seller place the jade on a cushion or tray, and the buyer then picks it up from a fixed position, this approach not only reflects respect for the jade treasure, but also ensures clear lines of responsibility, reduces misunderstandings and disputes, and at the same time makes the entire appreciation process more enjoyable. The process is more organized and professional.
Chen Yun and Bai Shi didn't believe that the clerk in this jade shop didn't know this truth.
But now this clerk is just handing over the jade. It's hard to say what kind of thoughts and ideas he has.
Think for a moment.
Chen Yun silently reached out to take the jade stone.
at this moment.
Chen Yun's powerful perception ability detected the micro-expression changes on the clerk's face.
Although outsiders can't see it.
But Chen Yun faintly saw the sudden flash of ecstasy in the corner of the clerk's eyes, and he also felt strong excitement and greed from the clerk's emotions.
To this.
Chen Yun continued to stretch out his hand without changing his expression.
The next moment.
I saw that pair of exquisite jade pendants, as expected, "accidentally" slipped from the clerk's hand.
Falling downwards due to gravity.
Chen Yun could react easily, but he did not take any remedial action.
He just watched quietly as the jade fell to the ground and shattered.
Watching quietly, excitement, greed and ecstasy flashed across the clerk's expression.
"Sir, would you like to pay by card or cash?"
The clerk looked at the broken jade pendant on the ground and said to the calm Chen Yun.
To this.
Shiraishi's heart almost rose to his throat.
He instantly became more nervous than anyone else.
He thought that Chen Yun understood the rule of not touching jade and would definitely not let this happen.
But it still happens now.
The clerk's face jumped in front of Chen Yun, which made Bai Shi feel strongly shocked.
Damn it, you are awesome.
Immediately, the emotion was filled with fear.
Done!
Will the area be able to survive in the future? !
Shiraishi frowned.
He found that Chen Yun's face was calm, but the calmer it was, the more wrong it was.
He really wanted to say: Grandpa, spare his life!
But pondered for a moment.
But he didn't dare to stop him at all.
(End of chapter)