Yin burial and Maofa
On a hill next to the newly built highway in Aotou Village, Mugang Town, there is a bush that is lush and beautiful. Familiar villagers know that this hill originally belonged to the Zhu family in Tianfan Village. Different from many other barren hills in this area, there are several ancient tombs on this hill. The ancient tombs are hidden by weeds. The era is obviously a long time ago, but the stone carvings on the tombstones silently tell people an unforgettable past.
In rural areas, after the death of an elderly person, there is a certain emphasis on how to choose a cemetery. Feng shui masters have to repeatedly observe the feng shui and make thousands of choices before determining the location of the cemetery. The purpose is of course to hope that the selected tomb site will occupy the feng shui, benefit future generations, and provide shade for future generations. What a lucky thing!
In the first year of Xianfeng in the Qing Dynasty, the world was in chaos. The Taiping Revolutionary Rebellion quickly swept across the country from Guangxi to the north. In the troubled times, banditry was particularly rampant in various places, which made the Qing government overwhelmed and had a lot of headaches. On the morning of June 18th of the lunar calendar, it happened to be the day when Zhu Yuan’s mother-in-law died of illness and was buried in Tianfan Village, Mugang Town, Xingguo Prefecture. Dozens of people from the Zhu family wore plain silk scarves, carried flags and held banners. Amidst the whine of the wind and the sound of the banging instruments and the crackling of firecrackers, the crowd came to the cemetery on the hill to set up sacrifices. , so lively.
At this time, a middle-aged man with a beard hurriedly walked up the path in the mountains. The man was carrying a package and looked back in panic from time to time. Behind him, there was a group of officers and soldiers. Chase closely. This man's name is Cai Laohei, who was originally the mountain king of Black Wind Mountain. This time, he and several of his men went down to the city to rob a wealthy family's property. He got separated from his men and was accidentally targeted by officers and soldiers, unable to escape.
When Cai Laohei saw Yuan Wai, he seemed to have met his savior. He knelt down and shouted: Yuan Wai, save me!
Oops, where did you come from and how could you perform such a great gift? Get up quickly! Member Zhu took a look and knew him! This Cai Laohei had a relationship with him in the past, and their family had also received favors from Cai Laohei.
It’s hard to describe it in just one word! This is not the place to talk. I will talk to you in detail about this matter in the future. For now, it is important to help me find a hiding place. Several hawks and dogs from the court will be here soon! Cai Laohei said eagerly.
A look of perseverance passed over Zhu Yuanwai's round, round face. He pondered for a moment and said calmly that it was not difficult to get rid of the eyes and ears of a few minions, but I was afraid that the boss would have to be wronged!
What time has it been, and you are still talking about whether you are aggrieved or not, what ideas you have, just say it, I will do it!
Zhu Yuanwai took off his filial piety clothes and told Cai Laohei, "I mean, you should quickly put on my filial piety clothes and act as a dutiful son today!" When Zhu Yuanwai said this, he took an ordinary mourning garment from the hands of the female family members beside him and put it on.
Cai Laohei couldn't help but handed the package he carried with him to Zhu Yuanwai, then took off his coat, took the mourning clothes and hat that Zhu Yuanwai took off and put them on himself. He said, "If you don't tell me, I have exactly the same intention!" Let me act as a filial son for you today!
Surrounded by the crowd, the two people had just changed their clothes when a group of Qing soldiers chased them. Seven or eight Qing soldiers armed with swords and spears suddenly dispersed and surrounded the funeral crowd aggressively. The leader of the Qing soldiers frowned, tilted his neck and said, "Unlucky, we are in mourning today. Who is the master of this family and who is the filial son?"
Cai Laohei, who was all dressed up, squeezed out of the crowd and said quietly, "Master, what are your orders?" I am the filial son of the Tianfan Zhu family! Today is the day of my mother’s funeral!
The little boss looked Cai Laohei up and down, picked his nose and asked, are you a filial son?
Exactly! Officer!
You saw a big man coming just now. That man is a bandit from Black Wind Mountain and a wanted criminal on the imperial court's list!
We are busy with funeral arrangements and have not seen the person you are looking for! The dutiful son said calmly.
You must tell the truth. You should know the consequences of harboring important criminals of the imperial court!
I know very well that everything I say is true, sir!
The little boss blinked and scanned the crowd with wandering eyes, but did not find the person he was looking for. He waved his hand and led several officers and soldiers to chase into the valley.
Everyone finally let go of their hanging hearts. Cai Laohei was already covered in sweat. Zhu Yuanwai said, the boss is out of danger, you can leave!
Cai Laohei shook his head and said, this is wrong! I, Mr. Zhu, have had enough of licking blood from the tip of a black knife. This time our village was surrounded by officers and soldiers, and I'm afraid I won't be able to stay any longer! From now on, I wish to wash my hands in a golden basin and live a normal life. If you don't give up, I am willing to become a loyal friend with you!
This is very good, it is rare for brothers to have such an idea.
Brother, you don’t have to be polite. If you hadn’t come to my rescue today and asked my aunt’s spirit in heaven to protect me, I would have fallen into the hands of traitors. Such a great kindness will never be repaid! Besides, I have become a dutiful son today, and this is God’s will. I have some gold and silver here, and I have some hidden in the cottage, which is enough for us brothers to enjoy for a lifetime. I am willing to dedicate them all as the capital for the old Zhu family to make a fortune and shine in the future!
How does this happen? ! These properties are all the hard work of your life, brother. How dare Zhu dare to share them? Member Zhu declined.
I have made up my mind, brothers, you don’t have to give in! Cai Laohei said.
Good brother! Zhu Yuanwai said.
The two big hands were clasped together.