lcionline Chapter 185 Never Be Overconfident
Chapter 185 Never Be Overconfident
In 1614, it was the 42nd year of the Wanli Emperor's reign in the Ming Dynasty.
The Pala family distinguished themselves in the power struggles in western Tibet and gained important positions, gradually becoming one of the most prestigious families in western Tibet at the time. With its increasing prosperity, the family unsurprisingly entered the ranks of the nobility in the feudal serf society of western Tibet.
However, this prominent power only lasted for 273 years. In the 1680s, the Parra family was severely punished by the local government for its members leaking and selling military intelligence without authorization, and all family members were eventually exiled for seven years.
From then on, the Pala family's influence vanished, and they completely withdrew from politics during the reform policies, disappearing from the emerging society... (Note: This is for plot purposes only, please do not take it as fact.)
On the way to the water burial site, Yan Huai listened to Zhang Qiling's account and remained silent for a moment. He felt that Zhang Qiling was not the type of person who would pay attention to the rise and fall of any family, but now he knew so much about it. He must have investigated it specifically, and most likely it was because this family was related to Zhang Qiling's past memories.
It seems that going to this water burial site was the right decision.
"The water burial tomb was built in 1643. Logically speaking, the Pala family should have been in a period of development at that time, but they still came to the Qinling Mountains for water burial despite the long journey. It seems that something happened, or perhaps the owner of this water burial tomb had a reason to be buried far away."
Zhang Qiling nodded thoughtfully; Yan Huai's thoughts coincided with his. Although he didn't have many memories of the Para family, if he did, they must be very important. Continuing the investigation along this line would surely lead to some discoveries.
"Clan leader!" It was Yan Li and Yan Yang who had gone to scout ahead and returned.
While Yan Huai was talking to them, Zhang Qiling quietly reached into the inner pocket of his hoodie. Inside was a round, cool-looking bead, the water-repelling bead that Yan Huai had given him earlier.
Right now, he was secretly planning to put the water-repelling bead into Yan Huai's pocket...
Although I had observed the river where the water burial site was located before I arrived, the layer of lacquered floating matter on it (Note: This is a fictional concept; it is a black floating matter that can block outside vision to prevent prying and also has the effect of causing hallucinations) was somewhat strange. However, since the taimen has been able to survive in the river until now, the river water itself must be fine.
Furthermore, Yan Huai is currently in a weakened state. Even if it's not outwardly apparent, Zhang Qiling still suspects that this guy's limitations aren't just in his bloodline and abilities; there are likely other chain reactions and side effects...
Because of this unease in his heart, Zhang Qiling gave the water-repelling pearl to Yan Huai to carry, which gave him more psychological comfort. Besides, he himself was a good swimmer and would be fine.
"Everything is normal near the water burial site, but the situation inside the site is unclear. The layer of lacquer floating on the river shows no signs of dissolving. Why don't we let Yan Yang go down with you?"
Yan Huai sighed and rubbed his forehead in exasperation. It was just a period of weakness, but these people were acting as if he was about to die!
"We're just looking for any clues we need, and checking out the parasitic jellyfish, not going to desecrate someone's grave!"
“But…” Yan Li wanted to argue, but Yan Huai interrupted her with a glare.
"No buts. You two just stay up there and keep watch. We'll be back as soon as possible."
Yan Huai pulled out two sets of diving equipment from his Buddhist bead space. When he turned around, he suddenly grabbed Zhang Qiling's hand, which was about to put into his pocket, and casually handed him one set of diving equipment.
"I borrowed it from Ah Ning's yacht before. It looked like it was of good quality. I didn't expect to use it now."
"..."
Caught red-handed by the person involved, Zhang Qiling pursed her lips and glanced at Yan Huai. Although she didn't extend her hand again, she didn't withdraw it either.
Yan Huai and Zhang Qiling locked eyes for a moment, but Yan Huai soon gave in. His tone was rather helpless, his deep and gentle voice close at hand, and the unique cool scent of grass and trees emanating from him drew near.
"Listen to me, buddy. As long as you're alright, I'll be alright too. Only when you're safe will I dare to act freely."
Zhang Qiling made no move.
He simply looked into those earnest eyes, as if silently waiting for something...
Yan Huai understood. He smiled, placed his hands on Zhang Qiling's shoulders, and lowered his head slightly to meet her gaze. His tone was solemn as he said, "I promise, I won't be presumptuous. But you come first..."
Zhang Qiling sensed the unspoken meaning. Although unwilling, he put himself in their shoes and realized that if they were in each other's shoes, this dilemma would be unsolvable.
Zhang Qiling eventually put the water-repelling pearl back into his inner pocket, but with Yan Huai's promise just now, they would all take it as a boundary and act more prudently.