Kapitel 233: Chapter 233: Grand Ceremony
When the Fox Clan entered the inner city with Yu Su, the onlookers from the outer city were in an uproar.
"The Fox Clan chieftain?"
"Which clan is the Fox Clan? I've never heard of it."
Most of the villages in this area had little contact with the demon tribes, so they didn't know which clan the Fox Clan belonged to and why they had ears like that.
On the other side, Yu Su had already led the Fox Clan chieftain and his group into the inner city.
The inner city was the territory of the people of Yucheng, and it was different from the outside.
Especially the distant Temple Mountain, it was simply astonishingly beautiful.
"Wow, the houses on that mountain are much prettier than those of our Fox Clan," Fox Thirteen remarked.
The Fox Clan, especially the Blue Fox clan skilled in woodworking, had mostly delicate houses. However, compared to the grand hall on Temple Mountain, they fell short. That's why Fox Thirteen was amazed.
"That's the temple. We're about to welcome the Mountain God," Yu Su explained with a smile.
Fox Thirteen was curious about who the Mountain God of Yucheng was. Just as he was about to ask, he was glared at by the Fox Clan chieftain and quickly obediently closed his mouth.
While the Fox Clan was being curiously observed by the people in the inner city, they were invited by Yu Su into the council chamber.
The village chief and others were already there, welcoming them and curiously looking at the ears on top of the Fox Clan chieftain's head.
The Fox Clan chieftain was originally a bit dissatisfied, but seeing that, apart from curiosity, there was no malice, the dissatisfaction dispersed.
These people of Yucheng seemed to be different from those annoying human tribes.
...
The arrival of the Fox Clan caused quite a stir.
The Barbarian Tribe's Great Shaman and the Source Shaman both came to the council chamber when they heard that Yu Su had invited the Fox Clan chieftain to witness the ceremony.
"Humph, when did the demon tribes set foot on human territory?" The Source Shaman immediately started with an aggressive tone.
The Fox Clan chieftain glanced at her, "Shaman Tribe? The Shaman God has dissipated, and your Shaman Tribe has long been a name only. How do you have the face to come out?"
The Source Shaman's expression immediately changed; if not for considering that this was Yu Su's territory, she might have fought with the Fox Clan chieftain.
Yu Su and others, "..."
Were the relations between the Shaman Tribe and the demon tribes so tense? What's going on?
"Sneaky demon tribes, if it weren't for your demon tribes, our Shaman Tribe wouldn't have ended up like this!"
"If it weren't for your Shaman Tribe, our demon tribes would have become the rulers of the Three Realms by now."
"Despicable and shameless beings like your demon tribes have no qualification to become the rulers of the Three Realms."
"We don't have the qualification, and your Shaman Tribe does?"
The smell of gunpowder grew thicker, and everyone watched in astonishment.
Seeing that they were really about to fight, Yu Su quickly stood up and said, "Great Shamans, chieftains, please calm down."
"Humph, why did you invite such a fool to witness the ceremony?" the Source Shaman said.
The Fox Clan chieftain also said, "If there's the Shaman Tribe, why didn't you say it earlier? If I had known, I wouldn't have come."
Yu Su, "..."
Who would have thought that the great battle between the Shaman Tribe and the demon tribes was so long ago?
Lu Yan watched as the Barbarian Tribe's Great Shaman, who enjoyed spectacles, stood up and said, "Both of you, both sides suffered losses in the initial Witch-Demon conflict. It's been so long; there's really no need to argue again."
The Source Shaman of the Source Witch Tribe looked at him and said, "Your Barbarian Tribe worships the Beast God. In the end, it's also a faction of the demon tribes. Why take sides?"
The Barbarian Tribe's Great Shaman, under attack, quickly sat down, not daring to speak.
Yu Su could only say, "Both of you..."
The Source Shaman and the Fox Clan chieftain both stared sharply at him.
"What do you want to say?"
"Whose side are you on?"
Yu Su paused, then sat down slowly.
The Barbarian Tribe's Great Shaman sympathetically glanced at him: Why did you bring these two together?
Yu Su: How would I know they could still argue?
Even Yu Su and the Barbarian Tribe's Great Shaman kept silent; others dared not speak.
The Source Shaman and the Fox Clan chieftain were directly arguing in the council chamber.
They argued about ancient history, and onlookers didn't know where to interject.
Finally, the spectator, Chi Nan, said, "The Witch-Demon War started because the Witch Tribe and the Demon Tribe coveted the position of ruler of the Three Realms. Now both sides have failed. What's the point of arguing? If you have the ability, go overthrow the one who benefits now."
One sentence successfully made the Source Shaman and the Fox Clan chieftain shut up.
Others breathed sighs of relief.
Yu Su also cast an admiring look at Chi Nan and gave a big thumbs up.
Chi Nan dared to say such rebellious words; he's truly brave!
...
Although the Fox Clan and the Source Witch Tribe stopped arguing, they firmly expressed not wanting to stay in the same area.
Yu Su was also worried they might assassinate each other at night, so he had to arrange a separate residence for the three members of the Fox Clan. Apart from the room where Chi Nan lived in the backyard of the school, there were vacant rooms, so Yu Su arranged for them to stay in the school.
Chi Nan, "..."
"You can definitely keep an eye on them," Yu Su was confident in Chi Nan.
Chi Nan said helplessly, "Are you afraid they'll be assassinated by the Source Witch Tribe, or that they'll assassinate the Source Witch Tribe?"
Yu Su chuckled.
Chi Nan said, "Rest assured; they won't be confused to that extent."
Yu Su curiously asked, "By the way, what category does the Mermaid Tribe fall into? Demon Tribe or Spirit Tribe?"
According to later classifications, the Mermaid Tribe belonged to the Demon Tribe, but at this time, the classification was different.
Chi Nan sneered and said, "The Mermaid Tribe is the king of the sea tribe, nothing to do with the Demon Tribe or Spirit Tribe."
Yu Su added, "But isn't the king of the sea tribe the Dragon Tribe?"
Chi Nan looked at him strangely, "The Dragon Tribe is part of the Demon Tribe. What are you thinking?"
Yu Su exclaimed, feeling a bit confused.
"Isn't the Dragon Tribe the ruler of the sea? There's even the Dragon Palace underwater."
Chi Nan retorted, "It can also fly in the sky. Why don't you say it's part of the Celestial Tribe?"
Yu Su, "..."
Alright, you win.
In any case, the demon tribes were settled, and Yu Su felt relieved.
...
Time slowly arrived at the day of the God Sacrifice ceremony. Early in the morning, the residents of the inner city were busy.
After dressing Yu Su in the elaborate priestly attire, Lu Yan stared at him for a long time.
Yu Su could tell what he was thinking just by looking at his eyes. "Does it look good?"
"Um."
Yu Su wore a priestly outfit today, different from the attire at previous God Sacrifice ceremonies. It was more magnificent and dignified, full of a sacred atmosphere.
Because, in addition to the rituals of sacrificing to the gods, inviting the god Bai Ze's image into the temple, and welcoming Qing Ze to reside in Temple Mountain, there was another important matter – Yu Su would transition from the identity of a witch doctor to become the high priest of Temple Mountain.
Why the high priest and not the high witch?
Mainly because it didn't match.
In the past, the people in this area believed in the Witch Tribe, and calling a witch doctor was a habitual term. Even though they later developed their own beliefs, the terms witch doctor and high witch were preserved.
But the people of Yucheng worshipped Bai Ze and Qing Ze, both unrelated to the Witch Tribe. They already had formal temples. To avoid confusion, Yu Su discussed with everyone and decided to undergo a change in identity. The title of high priest was relatively versatile and less likely to go wrong.
So today, Yu Su wore purely priestly clothes.
It was also the result of several months of hard work by Xin Ya and others, stitching meticulously. Each stitch was made with care. There were gems on it as well, mainly green and white gems, also special products of the Barbarian Tribe's forest, very beautiful.
Yu Su liked it very much.
No wonder Lu Yan stared without blinking.
"After the temple opens, you'll have to move to Temple Mountain. Can't you stay?" Lu Yan hugged him and kissed him, then looked at him.
Yu Su said, "According to the rules, the high priest must live on Temple Mountain."
After Lu Yan showed a disappointed look, Yu Su smirked and said, "The high priest can also choose a attendant to live on Temple Mountain. If you don't mind, just endure it a bit?"
How could Lu Yan mind? Seeing Yu Su's teasing smile, he knew Yu Su was making fun of him. He said helplessly, "Why didn't you tell me earlier?"
"I did tell you. Would today's ceremony have no turning point if I hadn't? Surprise, right?"
Lu Yan was indeed pleasantly surprised.
Of course, the term "attendant" was just a saying; the people of Yucheng knew about Yu Su and Lu Yan's relationship, so it was impossible to really treat Lu Yan as an attendant.
Yu Su said, "Today, we also have to choose god attendants. I don't know which ones the god of the mountain will favor."
Today, everyone in the city, from young to old, would become targets of selection. No one knew whom Qing Ze would choose to serve in the temple, so everyone had a chance.
Everyone dressed more spiritedly than usual. Early in the morning, they even boiled water for bathing, washing thoroughly from head to toe. Their faces and hands were smeared with specially made ointment, smelling fragrant. Even big men exuded a pleasant aroma.
When they went out, smelling the fragrance on their neighbors, they all smiled at each other knowingly.
"I wonder who will be lucky enough to be chosen today."
"Master Yu Su said that the gods like pure-hearted people. I think I have a chance. My thoughts are especially pure."
People around him looked at him with disdain; even a dog wouldn't believe such words.
"I specifically asked Chief Shan Yang. He used to be a witch doctor. His
old man said those chosen this time might be children."
"What, can I turn into a child now?"
"Don't be silly. Regarding children, my son is particularly lively and has a pure heart. He's sure to be chosen."
Some parents with children, upon hearing such words, also looked at their little ones and hurriedly pulled them over, earnestly instructing them to behave well at the God Sacrifice ceremony.
"If you're chosen as a god attendant, I won't spank you again."
Similar words were said by every parent, with high expectations for their little ones.
In a short time, the newly built square in the inner city was filled with people.
Guests for the ceremony also arrived, and everyone's gaze focused on the altar at the front, anticipating the start of the ritual.
"Du—"
After a horn sounded, the crowd on the square separated along the central path.
A group of strong men carried one offering after another, slowly moving toward the altar.
In front of the altar appeared a group of people dressed in blue and white clothes. They each stood on one side of the altar, with a leather drum in front of them. They held wooden sticks and struck the drum, creating a resounding sound as they knocked along with a rhythmic chant.
"Drink—hey—"
With the drumbeat, there was a unique rhythm.
People watched as one offering after another was carried onto the altar—livestock, golden rice stalks, and juicy fruits, each stack loaded onto wooden frames.
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