The Rich Cultivator-Chapter 23. The Wandering Ghost

Tyler and others stopped their track. They saw their candle flame turning red. So they took several steps back. The Candle flame turned back to normal orange colour.

"Aahh... We are already close to finishing the task. But there is already a Dangerous Ghost waiting for us." Priscilla said.

’Fleeting time that passes without notice, ~

What does it reflect in my eyes? ~’

"Senior Sister Stop singing." Tyler said.

"What singing? I am not singing anything." She replied in confusion.

"Huh... I am pretty sure I heard something? Is it Senior Sister Chi?" Tyler looked to his left.

"No it’s not me." Chi replied

"I didn’t hear anything." Chen Xi said.

"Me too" "Me three" Chi and Priscilla said respectively.

"What did you hear?" Priscilla asked.

"Something like Fleeting time that passes without notice, What does it reflect in my eyes? ~ " Tyler sang the song silently.

After waiting for ten minutes, they tried to enter again. But the Candle Flame still turned red. So they retreated.

"Shall we go and do another side quest?" Tyler asked.

"Yeah. But if we leave a task hanging, other ghosts will not trust us." Priscilla said.

"We Just need Well Water. Can you please just let us fetch a bucket." Tyler shouted.

"What are you doing?" Priscilla asked in surprise.

"Asking the Ghost for permission." Tyler said.

"I don’t think it works." Priscilla extended her candle and the flame turned red.

Tyler also did the same.

"See the flame-" Her voice stopped because Tyler’s flame turned white. White means Neutral. It looked like the unknown hostile Ghost gave permission.

Tyler let a smug look at Priscilla and went to fetch a bucket of water.

"Can we also help him?" Chen Xi shouted and moved his candle forward. It still turned red.

There is a small bucket tied with the rope in the well which is connected to pulley. Tyler started to fetch the water.

The moonlight descends upon me, ~ Gently caressing my face with its soft fingers ~

Tyler heard the beautiful song again. It is a beautiful voice of a Girl. He looked around and continued to fill up the Bucket he brought.

While leaving Tyler bowed at the well, "Thank You."

The wall of the well turned into a face and kindly smiled at him. It seems the Ghost is satisfied by his politeness. As the saying goes ’The spirit of politeness is a desire to bring about by our words and manners, that others may be pleased with us and with themselves.’

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They reached the female ghost ’Yui’ faster. She is swinging on the tree like there is a swing attached to it. But it’s just her swinging front and back in the air.

"Thank you for the water." Yui Smiled and took the bucket and poured it on the tree. Then she closed and opened her palm. Four Beads that looked like a white Gulabajamoon appeared. Those are Ghost Sense Beads.

"Thank You Yui." Tyler and others cupped their hands at them. Yui smiled at them. Each one kept a Ghost Sense Bead.

"By the way, Miss Yui. I heard a song now." Tyler said.

"Song? ’’ Yui tilted her head in confusion.

"It goes like this Fleeting time that passes without notice, What does it reflect in my eyes? The moonlight descends upon me,

Gently caressing my face with its soft fingers" He said . This time he didn’t sing.

"Oh... That should be the Wandering Ghost voice." Yui said and then she continued, "You are lucky to hear her voice. There is a high chance you will meet her."

"Why is it lucky?" Tyler asked.

"She is the reason ’The New Moon Phantom Festival’ got preponed. She is the best ghost among us, though she loves to plan pranks. As long as you can satisfy her, she will present you with the best reward." Yui said.

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The ghost had a soft, ethereal glow that bathed the surroundings in a warm light. Her form was delicate, with translucent robes that flowed like a gentle breeze over an invisible body. The robes were a soft white, with faint golden patterns resembling ancient runes and swirling clouds. She appeared as if walking on air, her feet never touching the ground.

Her face was kind and serene, with a gentle smile that made those who saw her feel at ease. Her eyes were a clear azure, filled with compassion and wisdom, and they seemed to radiate a calming energy. Her hair was long and flowed freely down her back, shimmering like strands of silver silk in the gentle light that surrounded her.

When she moved, her presence brought a sense of warmth and comfort, as if she were a comforting spirit guiding lost souls. The air around her felt slightly warmer, and there was a faint scent of jasmine and sandalwood. Despite her ghostly form, there was a tangible sense of life and vitality that emanated from her.

As she passed through the forest, the trees seemed to sway gently, and the leaves whispered in a soothing cadence. Animals did not shy away but instead seemed drawn to her presence, finding comfort in her gentle energy. When she spoke, her voice was soft and melodic, carrying an almost musical quality that calmed those who heard it. free𝑤ebnovel.com

Her appearance brought a sense of peace to the spooky forest, and she was often seen guiding lost Cultivators or comforting those who are sad. Though she was a ghost, her presence felt like a warm embrace, leaving behind a trail of hope and serenity wherever she went.

She is the gentle ghost that lives in the forest near the village, though warm and kind, had a playful streak, especially when encountering lost cultivators wandering through the dense forest where she resided.

Her appearance could be deceiving. She retained the soft, ethereal glow and graceful demeanour, but there was a mischievous twinkle in her azure eyes. She enjoyed harmless pranks that would surprise but not harm the cultivators who ventured into her territory. Her laughter, light and melodic, often echoed through the trees, signalling her presence long before she was seen.

When lost cultivators stumbled into her realm, she might shift the scenery around them, leading them in circles or back to where they started. Trees would seem to change position, and paths that appeared clear would suddenly be blocked by thick underbrush. Her pranks were designed to confuse, but not frighten; her goal was to playfully guide them, rather than truly trap them.

Sometimes, she would manifest as a light breeze, whispering near the cultivators’ ears, causing them to turn around or look over their shoulders. If they carried lanterns, she might blow them out or cause them to flicker, creating a moment of suspense before relighting them with a burst of warmth. The cultivators often found themselves chuckling at her antics once they realised the source.

Her pranks extended to more tangible tricks as well. She might move objects out of place, like swords or satchels, only to return them in unexpected spots, causing cultivators to wonder how they ended up there. She could even mimic the voices of their friends or mentors, leading them on a playful chase through the forest, always staying just out of sight.

Despite her playful nature, the ghost was never malicious. Her pranks were intended to lighten the mood and bring a sense of whimsy to the Cultivators. Those who encountered her would often leave with a story to tell and a sense of relief from their worries, her presence acting as a reminder that not all spirits were fearsome or grim.

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A gentle voice spread across the forest,

Fleeting time that passes without notice,

What does it reflect in my eyes?

A blur of days and nights, a whirl of moments,

An endless tide of rising and falling skies.

The moonlight descends upon me,

Gently caressing my face with its soft fingers,

It tells stories of ancient nights,

Of secrets whispered among the stars’ shimmering singers.

It speaks of loves lost to time,

Of dreams that faded with the dawn,

And yet, in its silver glow,

I feel the echoes of memories reborn.

Fleeting time that passes without notice,

Its relentless march is a silent song,

But in this quiet moonlit moment,

I find the place where I belong.

For though the hours drift like shadows,

And the world spins on without a sound,

The moonlight cradles me,

And my heart feels peace in its luminous bound.

Her song spread across the forest. Unfortunately there was no one near the forest so nobody could hear it.

"Senior Sister Stop singing." She suddenly heard a voice, she tilted her head in confusion.

"Huh... I am pretty sure I heard something? Is it Senior sis-" She heard the voice again but not clearly.

After some time she heard the voice again.

"Something like Fleeting time that passes without notice, What does it reflect in my eyes? ~ " It was Voice of Tyler who was having a conversation with his companions near the well.

The Ghost’s eyes lit up and a mischievous smile appeared on her face. She got a target to prank.