Through Huang Jiaxian's explanation, Zhao Youliang finally gained a basic understanding of this little-known secret technique.
According to the "Luban Book", there are as many as twenty-seven types of "suppression techniques".
Ten of these can help the residents' homes prosper and even bring them official promotions and titles; these are known in folk tradition as auspicious talismans.
Therefore, when people in ancient times built a new house and hired carpenters and masons, they would treat them to a feast of good wine and meat to prevent them from secretly tampering with the house and causing illness or disaster to the homeowner. This kind of thing was called "carpentry talisman".
Where there is good fortune, there is also malice.
According to Huang Yu's analysis, Qi Zhigang's house was tampered with by the carpenter, who installed an evil "suppression spell."
That's why Huang Yu said that the things that harm people aren't ghosts.
Since it wasn't a ghost, the talisman Zhao Youliang placed there obviously had no effect.
Having understood everything, Zhao Youliang nodded and muttered to himself.
"So, Old Qi must have offended the carpenter who built the house, but given his character, that shouldn't be the case."
"Hey Huang, do you have a way to break the 'victory spell'?"
Huang Jiaxian shook her head: "Everyone has their own expertise, there's nothing I can do about that."
"Go ask the master who taught you paper-making. Only a folk master like him knows folk secrets."
"Okay!" Zhao Youliang nodded repeatedly, and adhering to the principle of not delaying, he immediately headed towards the coffin shop.
Old Liu did not disappoint Zhao Youliang. After listening to his story, he immediately told him all the solutions and gave him some advice.
“Quantum, the two methods I taught you to break this spell are a matter of life and death for the person secretly using this oppressive technique.”
"As for which method to use, you should let the family involved decide for themselves."
"Don't take matters into your own hands and assume the consequences for others."
Zhao Youliang wasn't stupid; of course he understood Old Liu's good intentions.
He agreed and began his practice for the day...
Two hours later, Zhao Youliang, who had just left the coffin shop, dialed Qi Zhigang's cell phone.
"Old Qi, are you at home or at work?"
"I'm at home, off work today." Qi Zhigang's voice sounded tired, probably due to excessive blood loss last night and diarrhea.
"What's up, Quantum? Is there any progress on my new house?"
"Okay, I understand what happened. I'll come to your house right now!"
Upon hearing Zhao Youliang's words, Qi Zhigang immediately perked up: "That's wonderful!"
"Quantum, come over here right away. I'll have my wife cook lunch. You can eat at my place."
"Oh, right, remember to invite Brother Chen Wei and Li Mao too, the more the merrier!"
"Okay!" Zhao Youliang agreed and hung up Qi Zhigang's call, then called Chen Wei and Li Mao respectively.
Once everyone had gathered, Zhao Youliang recounted the story of the "suppression technique."
"Old Qi, did you offend the carpenter who built your house?"
Qi Zhigang slowly shook his head: "No!"
"Not only were the wages paid on time, but there was also a constant supply of good food and wine at every meal... However, Old Wu never ate at my house, no matter how much I tried to persuade him to stay."
The old Wu that Qi Zhigang mentioned was the carpenter who built his house.
Here's a special explanation: In small towns or rural areas, houses are built on collectively allocated land, unlike commercial housing in cities.
Old Wu, the carpenter, moved here seven years ago and is the best carpenter in the surrounding area.
He's honest and taciturn, the kind of person who's so quiet you won't utter a sound.
Over the years, I have never heard of him having any disputes with anyone. Even when he was bullied, he always chose to swallow his anger.
If it were said that Lao Wu deliberately harmed Qi Zhigang, not only would Qi Zhigang not believe it, but even Chen Wei and Li Mao said it was impossible.
Regarding whether it was Lao Wu who secretly sabotaged things, Zhao Youliang did not express his personal opinion, but simply explained how to break the curse.
"Old Qi, you choose: 'Break in life' or 'Break in death'."
“‘Breaking free’ won’t affect the person who harmed you, but it might cause other trouble.”
“If it is ‘dead and broken,’ the person who harmed you is doomed, and there will be no future trouble.”
This once again proves that Qi Zhigang is a good person, a kind-hearted person.
After a moment's thought, and glancing at Zhao Youliang, he spoke.
"Let's 'break through' this, so that those who harmed me know that I have a powerful protector and won't cause me any more trouble."
"It's better to resolve conflicts than to let them fester. Anyway, I didn't suffer any major losses."
Zhao Youliang naturally respected Qi Zhigang's choice, so he waited until midnight to use the method Old Liu had taught him to solve the problem.
After things were settled, the four of them ate and chatted.
Just then, Qi Zhigang's father, Qi Shandu, walked in from outside with a long face.
Upon seeing Chen Wei, his expression softened somewhat, though it was still a forced smile.
As for Zhao Youliang and Li Mao, Qi Shan completely treated them as "invisible" or rather, completely disregarded them.
"Old Chen is here too. You can eat slowly. I need to say a few words to Zhigang."
"Zhigang, come out with me!"
Before Qi Zhigang could even speak, Qi Shan walked out the door with his hands behind his back.
Seeing this, Qi Zhigang could only give Zhao Youliang and Li Mao an apologetic smile, then got up and followed them out.
"Dad, what did you want to see me about? Why don't we come inside and eat while we talk?"
Qi Shan gave a faint snort, his tone full of dissatisfaction.
"Zhigang, why do you bring just anyone home? What's the point of hanging out with those ordinary folks?!"
"I've told you so many times, why won't you listen?"
"People strive to rise higher, water flows downhill—don't you understand?!"
Qi Shan did not lower his voice when he said the above words, or rather, he deliberately said them so that Zhao Youliang and Li Mao could hear them.
He made no attempt to hide his contempt for the two of them.
Upon hearing this, Qi Zhigang became anxious and forcefully pulled Qi Shan away.
"Dad, what are you saying? Can you please keep your voice down?"
"Besides, I invited Quantum here; he's helping me with something—our new house!"
Even after Qi Zhigang said that, Qi Shan remained dismissive.
"Although Zhao Youliang has a spirit medium in his shrine, how long has his shrine been established?"
"What can you watch? What are you capable of watching?!"
"You know why he came here... and he's supposed to help you with things? He's lucky if he can even keep himself safe!"
"I've asked Master Cao from Xucun to help with the house issue; he'll be here this afternoon."
"Get those two boys out of the house quickly, lest Master Cao comes and start picking on gifts!"
The two boys Qi Shan mentioned were, of course, Zhao Youliang and Li Mao.
As for Chen Wei, he wouldn't offend him easily.
After Qi Shan finished speaking, before Qi Zhigang could refute him, Zhao Youliang and the other two had already come out.
Upon seeing this, Qi Zhigang immediately knew something was wrong: "Quantum, you guys..."
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