Chapter One: The Mystery of the Prophecy

25 years ago, on a clear morning, a typical village on the plains near Beijing welcomed a new day. Though close to the bustling capital, the village retained a traditional lifestyle. Endless fields surrounded it, and the old elm trees swayed gently in the breeze. Life here was peaceful and simple.

At that time, a plane from Hong Kong was making its descent towards Beijing Capital Airport. On board was a man named Chen Bo, a Hong Kong-based practitioner of special abilities, known for guiding business elites and politicians. He was on his way to Beijing to deal with a supernatural event.

As the plane lowered, Chen Bo told his assistant that he sensed the presence of an extraordinary person in the village below, someone who would bring prosperity to the land. His assistant, a native of that village, was surprised and curiously inquired about the identity of this person. Chen Bo, however, could not provide an answer.

After landing, the assistant returned to his village and shared this mysterious prophecy with the elders. The news quickly spread, causing a buzz of speculation among the villagers about who this extraordinary person could be.

Zhao Ling, then 40 years old and a middle-level manager in a state-owned enterprise, lived in this village. She was a hardworking, wise, and respected woman. Upon hearing the prophecy, she was curious but did not pay much attention to it. Her life was filled with the busy routines of work and family. She was always occupied with tackling challenges at work and taking care of the elderly and children at home.

Life continued in its usual tranquil rhythm. Zhao Ling's days were simple and followed the cycle of sunrise and sunset. In the morning, she prepared breakfast, sent her children to school, and then rushed to work. Evenings were spent on household chores and family time.

The villagers were initially intrigued by the prophecy, but as time passed, they gradually forgot about it. For Zhao Ling, it was just a fleeting topic of conversation, and she never thought it would have any relation to her.

However, the prophecy left an indelible mark in her mind. Although she did not discover any extraordinary perceptions as foretold by Chen Bo, she began to ponder her life and future in the depths of her heart. Unbeknownst to her, this prophecy would shape her destiny and the future of the village. Zhao Ling's story, like the village itself, was calm yet profound, filled with unseen possibilities.