South Mao, North Ma.

Summary

In the narrative, Ma Nao and the narrator prepare a memorial for Liu Lai Xi, focusing on his death experience and desire for reincarnation. They perform a ritual involving incense, a "Pass" character, and offerings to the Yin Messenger, including paper money, white wine, and boiled eggs. After burning the memorial, they use a talisman to sever Liu Lai Xi's spiritual lock, leading to a mysterious black hole that pulls him away. They receive plaques indicating their new roles in the Underworld, prompting confusion. Seeking answers, they consult Shi Ye, who reassures them that the plaques signify Liu Lai Xi's capture by the Underworld but are not necessarily bad omens. They decide to summon an immortal for further guidance.

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