Chapter 541: Capturing the Dragon and Subduing the Tiger
Chapter 541: Capturing the Dragon and Subduing the Tiger
Red clouds and red clouds, orange and yellow all over the sky.
The large cedar boat, more than five meters long, was supported by a wooden platform, and its shadow was long and slanted, casting a shadow on the ground.
Officials from the government office beat drums and gongs and announced the start of the sacrifice along the streets.
Liang Qu, who had been preparing for a day, stood in the shadows wearing his official uniform.
Two groups of people were seriously injured in Huazhu County.
Due to a Ghost Mother Rebellion, a flood, and the fact that the city was close to Pingyang Prefecture, a huge population loss occurred.
But a lean camel is bigger than a horse. Even before the time for the sacrifice, there was already a huge crowd of people, at least 100,000 people gathered. Later, some villagers who had heard of Liang Qu's name still came to participate in the ceremony wearing straw sandals.
Crowds of people.
Steady!
Huazhu County, Xiangyi County, Pingyang Prefecture.
Liangqu has the greatest reputation among these three places, is most recognized by the people, and naturally receives the most generous rewards for its sacrifices.
"grown ups!"
"grown ups!"
A shirtless, muscular martial artist stepped forward to greet him.
Liang Qu nodded slightly.
There were six of them in total, standing on both sides of the platform. They were all horse-riding warriors invited to carry the king's boat and walk along the street.
sunset.
The officials who were trying to maintain order among the crowd and prevent them from being trampled lit torches, and the restless crowd gradually quieted down amid the crackling of dry wood.
The blazing fire dispels the darkness.
Liang Qu, standing in the shadow of the cedar boat, became eye-catching because of the orange light. His figure descended from the high platform, spreading out for several feet, swaying and flickering.
"Master Liang, the chief priest is Master Liang!"
"Nonsense, we posted a notice before, didn't you see it?"
"I was on Sir Liang's boat during the flood last year!"
"It's the same for everyone."
"Lord Liang's official uniform has changed. Has he been promoted again?"
"I heard that the troublemaker snake demon Sheng was killed in Xiangyi County."
"Flood, flood, my son died at that time."
The crowd roared again.
Many people recall last year’s disaster and feel lonely and emotional.
"Liang Shuishi, it's almost time!"
"I will be the chief priest, and Lord Liu will be the officiating priest. The guest should follow the host's wishes and follow Lord Liu's rhythm."
"Okay!" Liu Wennian waved his hand, "Fire!"
The official passed the order and ignited the fire.
Bang!
Snapped!
Crackling.
Firecrackers and firecrackers blasted.
instantly.
The gongs and drums are noisy.
"Get the boat started!"
Six galloping horses carried huge logs on their shoulders, three on each side, and stood up at the same time. The five-meter-long ship rose steadily, causing an uproar.
"go!"
The official waved.
The drum band and the dragon and lion troupe went ahead, clearing the way ahead. The shirtless men marched in unison, and the king's boat moved forward slowly. Afterwards, small boats were connected in a long dragon, carried on their shoulders by young and middle-aged men from all over the place in turn.
As the king's boat moved, more and more villagers came out of their homes, and the trickles of water merged into the sea, forming a vast ocean that moved towards the banks of the Black Water River.
"May the river god bless us and bring good weather and good harvests this year."
"May my son be healthy and free from disaster, and my father live a long and blessed life..."
"I wish I could have one-third of Lord Liang's abilities, marry a woman half as pretty as Lord Liang's women, and give birth to a big fat boy."
The long procession was chaotic yet orderly. The villagers followed devoutly, holding thin incense sticks in their hands and murmuring prayers.
Both sides of the road.
Every household placed offerings at the door, inviting the prince to enjoy them.
Liang Qu held a tablet in his hand and followed quietly.
Compared with the sacrifices held in the two small villages at the end of last year's flood, the spirits of the Huazhu people this year are obviously better, and even the offerings placed at their doorsteps are much richer.
People are patient, resilient and kind.
There is no hurdle that cannot be overcome, whether it is natural disasters or unexpected misfortunes.
The team stretched out into a long, curved snake. Rong Hanwen, an old man from Rongjia Village, followed closely with a cane in his hand and a pounding heart.
"Grandpa, go slower."
The boy held a yellow-brown wooden sword in his hand, cutting the weeds on the roadside and supporting them.
Walk to the riverside.
The noisy voices were once again drowned out by the deafening sound of firecrackers.
The drummers and musicians played various instruments and sang while the Taoist priests performed rituals.
The song is over.
People retreat.
Magistrate Liu took a half step aside and said, "Sir Liang, please."
Tens of thousands of people cast expectant glances.
All eyes are on you.
Liang Qu took three steps forward, bowed, and raised his hand to hold the tablet.
The river wind whistles and the clothes flutter.
"Only the spirits of the gods come from the Tianshan Mountains, and the source is connected to the stars. The auspicious signs of the books are opened, and the rivers are called ancestors; the high seals of Pugu and grain are passed on to all rivers. The great merits nourish all things, nourish the earth to make it capable; the benefits are due to the smooth flow of water, and the reserves of heaven are sufficient for use. Since the Holy Emperor ascended the throne, he has started to perform bright sacrifices and has repeatedly received divine blessings. The waves are calm, the water is clear and the glory is clear; the land is opened for the benefit of the people, and the muddy land is turned into fertile soil.
As for the safety of the country, the dikes and embankments will be built according to the weather conditions; it will be completed soon, and the memorial will be presented to the emperor and the ceremony will be concluded..."
After reciting the sacrificial text.
The martial artists carried the boat into the river, the white waves rolled towards the river bank, the cedar boat drifted, and a series of small wooden boats followed suit.
The villagers leaned over and sent out small paper boats with burning candles and praying for their wishes.
The river is full of lights.
"Mr. Magistrate, fire."
The official handed over an oil-soaked torch.
Liu Wennian took it and passed it to Liang Qu.
Countless eyes were focused on him. Liang Qu sat in the wooden basin, and with the help of the martial artist, he leaned against Wang Chuan and threw in the torch.
boom!
The kerosene burned, and red light shot up into the sky, as if the sun was rising again.
The offerings in the boat gradually turned into charcoal.
The bright orange light illuminates the riverside, complementing the starry night.
People's faces are rosy and their hearts are full of joy.
a long time.
The flames of the burning ship spread upwards, and the tall masts were cracked with fire and were about to fall down.
Liang Qu looked up and remembered the meaning of the mast falling towards the river surface and the riverside.
Not surprisingly.
Luck favors Huazhu again.
boom!
Countless ashes and sparks rolled into the sky.
"Farewell, Prince Chi!"
The drums on the river bank were beating loudly, and the whole place was in an uproar!
burn!
Burning fiercely!
A year of filth, depression, sadness and repression, burn it all away!
Ze Ding trembled violently.
[Sacrifice to Huaijiang River, river favor +0.8942]
[River Favor: 5.1861]
[Zeling promotion conditions: obtain five points of river favor, and fully integrate Zeling Zezhi (blue)]
【Zeling can be promoted】
……
night.
The humid water vapor had not yet dissipated, and sporadic fireflies emerged from the bushes, forming spots and dots. It was far from being a sea of light, and it was not even as breathtaking as the flames burning on the river.
Ta-da, ta-da!
Chishan stepped on the stone steps and turned into a strong wind and leaped into the courtyard.
Liang Qu jumped off the horse.
"Eying, Binglin! Pingjiang, Pinghe! I am going to retreat to the pond, and no one is allowed to disturb me!"
"Yes!"
The dragon people came out upon hearing the news.
Liang Qu entered the house, grabbed Fu Bo and Yuan Mu, jumped out with a few leaps, and fell straight into the pool in the valley.
Pfft!
The water waves surge, reflecting the starlight.
The fat catfish that had fled here early through the underground river, with round heads and "unable to move", were scattered around to guard the place.
[Ze Ling Ze Marmoset (dark blue) fully integrated]
【Zeling can be promoted】
Five points of favor, one hundred percent integration.
It’s really not easy!
Liang Qu took several deep breaths to calm himself down, then sank into the Ze Ding with his mind focused.
[Water King Ape: Born as a divine species, possessing the spirit of all things, merging with it can obtain a body that can capture dragons and subdue tigers. ]
[Capture dragons and subdue tigers: fight and kill blue dragons, subdue and kill violent tigers, overturn rivers and seas, and be fearless. ]
Dragon tendons and tiger bones can actually rise further!
Could it be that martial bones can be divided into different levels?
Liang Qu was slightly surprised, but did not hesitate for a moment.
Promotion!
The shadow of a white ape emerged, its golden eyes blazing and its flowing hair moving.
boom!
Ze Ding’s sea of consciousness hangs high, shining brightly.
Endless brilliance fell to the ground like stars and sank into the shadow of the white ape.
The white ape roared towards the sky and swallowed up the light wantonly. When it had swallowed up everything, it hugged its knees and formed a pill, becoming one with the whole body.
call!
Ripples appeared in the deep pool, and the ripples spread out layer by layer.
At first it was tiny, but as it piled up, it quickly extended, undulated, and surged into waves.
The waves are one after another, and before the front wave disappears, the back wave rushes and crashes into it, crashing into flying water foam.
The water droplets splashed wildly!
The entire deep pool seemed like a cowhide drum coated with a film of water in the rain, being vigorously beaten by a shirtless strongman!
"what happened……"
Long Binglin gasped and couldn't help but take a half step back.
When the elder entered the water, an indescribable feeling of oppression arose in his heart, as if he had met a natural enemy!
Long Eying also felt difficulty breathing and covered her chest.
Only Long Pingjiang and Long Pinghe could still endure it, but they also felt that the power of the gods was getting stronger!
(End of this chapter)