Zombie Bodyguard-Chapter 888 - 885: Feng Shui Layout

The Yun family’s old folks’ intentions, Lin Tian could certainly see through clearly. The Yun family is just like an ancient imperial family, where princes openly and secretly struggle for the throne, and as their father, the Emperor naturally knows about their contests.

But the Emperor doesn’t stop them; instead, he lets the struggle happen because he knows that only this way can reveal which prince is outstanding enough to inherit the throne.

The Emperor wants his empire to last for centuries, and the heir cannot be a mediocre prince. In history, Li Shiming killed Crown Prince Li Jiancheng and forcibly seized the throne, which was a result of such struggles.

This is like how a Gu Cultivator breeds Gu — they fight each other, and the one who remains is the king. This is the cruelty of the imperial family. The Yun family is a large family, and the old folks of course hope for the Yun family’s prosperity and riches to continue; only by cultivating outstanding family descendants through generations can they ensure the family doesn’t decline.

Don’t think that Yun Xiaotian is now the first in line as the heir; if he’s a mediocre talent, even the heir’s position might not be secure in the end.

Lin Tian finally understood why Yun Xiaotian was so precocious. Growing up in such an environment, it’s impossible not to mature early.

"Uncle Wei, so it seems I’m not the only one treating the old master’s illness? Probably not just that pair of master and disciple either," Lin Tian said.

"Indeed so..." Housekeeper Wei nodded and said, "But I don’t know how many doctors will appear. Young ones, to show off in front of the elders, would certainly seek famous physicians. If they can cure Xiao Tian’s grandfather, it would be a great merit, and of course, everyone would work hard towards it."

"What Uncle Wei said is clear then; that pair was brought by Mo Mingda, and I was brought by Xiao Tian, that’s what it means, right?" Lin Tian said frankly.

"That’s what it means. So, the old man asks Mr. Lin to help Young Master Yun; this merit is crucial for him to establish prestige in the Yun family," Housekeeper Wei requested sincerely.

Unexpectedly, Yun Xiaotian pulled Uncle Wei and retorted, "Uncle Wei, I don’t care about merits, as long as my grandfather’s illness can be cured; I don’t care whose merit it is, I just want grandfather to get better."

"Ah, easier said than done, let’s not talk about it, just hope for the best." Housekeeper Wei shook his head slightly and sighed, then led the way into the Yun family.

Walking alongside Yun Xiaotian, Lin Tian raised his hand and gave him a thumbs-up; he hadn’t judged this kid wrong, his filial piety to the old master was without any impurities.

Receiving Lin Tian’s praise, Yun Xiaotian smiled contentedly, their intimate expressions could be mistaken by outsiders for them being real brothers.

Upon entering the Yun family’s premises, a different scene unfolded before their eyes. Pavilions, green trees all around, winding corridors, and hidden rockeries appeared. What was most impressive was that every few meters, there was a pool, the water in the pools was crystal clear, and the stems and roots of several lotus flowers were clearly visible.

More astonishing was the fact that the water in the pools wasn’t stagnant, but flowing — living water. Pools were connected by channels, in which cobblestones were placed, and the clear pool water gently flowed over these stones.

If this were on flat ground, such pools wouldn’t be surprising, but the Yun family is atop a mountain, and the water in the pools flows year-round, which is quite an engineering feat that typical mansions can’t achieve.

Moreover, water signifies ’wealth’. Lin Tian guessed that these pools’ layouts must have been strategically designed by feng shui masters. If seen from above, the whole Yun family estate must appear as a massive feng shui arrangement.

Ordinary businessmen or tycoons like to put a glass tank with a small waterwheel in their office or home, to create ’smooth sailing’ effects.

But compared to the Yun family’s feng shui arrangement, they are just specks of dust, truly living up to being one of the largest families.

"Mr. Lin must be wondering where the living water in the pools comes from. Hehe, I can tell you, it’s neither tap water nor river water. Can you guess the source?" Housekeeper Wei asked with a mysterious smile.

"Neither tap water nor river water, could it be rainwater? No, rainwater is at the mercy of the gods, unstable as a water source, even if you built a pool with it, it wouldn’t work." Lin Tian pondered for a while and suddenly laughed, "I know, it’s spring water!"

"Mr. Lin, your mind is truly astute; indeed, the water in the pools comes from a spring on the mountain," Housekeeper Wei praised.

"A spring? Based on the flow rate of the water in these pools, that spring must be sizable, right?" Lin Tian said in surprise.

"Haha, indeed it is large. The water from the spring not only irrigates all the pools but also satisfies the Yun family’s drinking needs. Mr. Lin might not know, but the spring water’s quality is excellent — it’s drinkable without filtration and is rich in elements beneficial to the human body. Such quality of water source can be counted on ten fingers across all Huaxia," Housekeeper Wei laughed.

Lin Tian had always imagined what dishes the wealthy eat, what water they drink, knowing nowadays there is pesticide residue, gutter oil, hormone-fed chickens and ducks ready for slaughter in just days, antibiotic-raised aquatic products.

Now he finally understood, the dietary world of the upper class and ordinary people are completely different worlds.

Although everyone is eating chicken meat, the quality of what they feed these chickens exceeds the health level of regular people’s food.

Many might not accept this fact, but reality is thus. Thankfully, I’m a zombie, even if I eat gutter oil every day, I won’t die, Lin Tian thought self-deprecatingly.

"I must visit that spring sometime." Lin Tian said with a smile.

"The spring is in a forbidden area of the Yun family, and even Yun family members can’t access it, but..., Mr. Lin should have the chance," Housekeeper Wei said with a mysterious smile.

The Yun family members can’t go there, but I can, why is that? Lin Tian was quite puzzled inside, but didn’t ask further because if Housekeeper Wei didn’t want to tell, asking would be useless, just like those monks and disciples earlier, even Yun Xiaotian couldn’t find out the reason.

"Mr. Lin, we’re here." Housekeeper Wei suddenly pointed at a small courtyard ahead.

This was a secluded courtyard, with a two-story building inside. Along the way, Lin Tian noticed quite a few such gardens; presumably, they’re places meant for guest accommodation.

This setup somewhat resembles an ancient prince’s mansion, even the building is of ancient architecture, just wondering if there will be a beautiful maidservant to attend to it — Lin Tian thought eagerly.

"Brother Lin, during your stay at the Yun family, you can temporarily reside here. The living essentials in the small building are all complete. Moreover, I know Brother Lin likes to read; I’ve had people stock the study in the building with books ahead of time. If Brother Lin has any other requests, feel free to bring them up, treat me and Uncle Wei as family, no need to be polite," Yun Xiaotian said with a slight smile, pointing at the garden ahead.