I manifested the Shushan game

Chapter 327 The Chen Family's Main Strategy! This is Mathematical Science!
【Taoist Maze (Beginner) Jade Slip: This jade slip records a beginner's method for setting up a Taoist maze. It can be used to create a maze that confuses people's perception and vision by utilizing the terrain and the numbers derived from the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes, making it difficult for people to escape.

特殊版本：在门派驻地或功德产业范围可以布置特殊版本迷阵，获得特殊效果：1、迷雾缭绕+1、迷惑性+1、欺骗性+1、分辨能力-1。】

After reading the notes on the jade slip, Chen Han decisively chose to use it.

As the jade was transformed into twinkling starlight, a stream of information rushed into his mind.

In an instant, he had completely grasped the information about the Taoist Maze (Beginner Level).

This maze clearly has two versions.

One is a normal version, and the other is a special version that can be set up in the sect's territory or within the scope of merit-based industries, with special attributes.

But after obtaining detailed information about the maze, he knew that even the normal, ordinary version was absolutely terrifying.

After all, the arrangement of the geographical terrain allows the numbers derived from the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes to be fully displayed. Without understanding the art of the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes, there is simply no way to go out.

Many people may not understand the significance of the numbers in the I Ching, and even describing them in words may not be very clear. However, if we describe them mathematically, they are in octal.

就是以乾-1、兑-2、离-3……坤—8为基，之后以经数对应一个基数，那就是如1为基数之首，对应8为诸数之首尾……

The mathematical arrangement is as follows:

1-2、1-3、1-4…1-8
2-3、2-4、2-5…2-8
3-4、3-5…3-8
...

1-2-2-3、1-2-2-4……1-2-2-8
1-2-3-4、1-2-3-5…1-2-3-8
...

There are 64 sets of numbers derived from the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes. The first set above has 28 numbers. Multiply them to see how many numbers there are.

These numbers can change silently; rote memorization is useless.

One must understand the evolutionary patterns of the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes in order to decipher the correct numbers and find the right way out.

The key is to find the hexagram with repeated lines, and then find the correct number by eliminating the repeated lines.

Listing it in the same way as in mathematics is:

When the two sets of numbers 1-2-3 and 1-2-3-1 meet, the hexagram annihilates and becomes a double hexagram, which is 1. 1 represents Qian, which represents the south. Going in that direction is the right thing to do.

When the two sets of numbers 1-2-3 and 3-2-3-1 meet, the resulting hexagram annihilates, which is 2-1, representing Dui-Qian. Qian represents the south, while Dui represents the southeast. The annihilation of the hexagram represents the east.

The most important point is that you need to have a strong sense of direction and know how to identify directions. Otherwise, even if you memorize all of these, you will have to stay in there for the rest of your life.

Of course, this is just one way of expressing it.

The numbers derived from the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes can also be expressed using the binomial theorem:
Let 'a' represent a yang line and 'b' represent a yin line.

According to the binomial theorem, (a+b)^n, when n=0, (a+b)^0 = 1, which corresponds to Taiji;
When n=1, (a+b)^1 = a + b, which corresponds to the two elements;
When n=2, (a+b)^2 = a^2 + 2ab + b^2, corresponding to the four elements.

When n=3, (a+b)^3 = a^3 + 3a^2b + 3ab^2 + b^3, corresponding to the Eight Trigrams.

……

Substituting this formula, one can also calculate the numbers of the eight trigrams and the changes in the I Ching. However, this method is more difficult, as it requires not only the ability to change directions but also the memorization of the numbers of the eight trigrams.

Simply put, the numbers derived from the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes are actually a science.

It is still among the best in mathematics.

Someone online has proposed that the numerological principles of the I Ching and the Eight Trigrams can be applied to many technological fields. This would not only be safer, but foreigners would also be completely baffled when they see the numerological principles of the I Ching and the Eight Trigrams.

To truly combine metaphysics and science.

However, no one has been able to truly and accurately demonstrate the evolution of the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes.

The essence of this technique has also been lost.

Now he can do it with the Taoist maze (beginner level) he has obtained, but of course, this is based on feng shui.

After all, only through feng shui can one determine the location of the geographical features, what kind of geographical features they are, and whether the direction of the geographical features is suitable for setting up an array.

Otherwise, if the terrain is biased towards the east and west, and you want to set up your formation in a location that is biased towards the west and east, wouldn't that be ridiculous?
Therefore, after the emergence of 'Feng Shui and Geography Science', could it lead to 'Bagua and Zhouyi Mathematics'?
If this continues, the combination of cultivation and technology in his abstract videos might actually become a reality.

Of course, these are all basic versions of the maze.

In this version, as long as you learn Feng Shui knowledge and understand the evolution of the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes, it's very easy to get out of the maze.

For example, those Taoist priests should not have difficulty if given some time.

But this special version is different.

It has the attributes of +1 deceptiveness, +1 misleadingness, and -1 discernment, as well as +1 fog of mystery.

Even if you are an expert in the Eight Trigrams and the I Ching, once you enter this world, you will be affected and become like a husky. Add to that the swirling fog, and you'll truly be like a headless fly.

Just as he was thinking about it, he suddenly saw two donation notifications appear on his phone screen.

All of them were large donations, and besides Mr. Liu, another well-known company also donated.

As for how famous?
As long as the money in their accounts is transferred domestically, does not involve official personnel, and is not operated by illegal accounts, then no one will investigate; they are exempt.

As for the reason, the authorities also need to keep the money flowing and do not want to dampen the enthusiasm of these well-known companies.

Investigating everything not only dampens enthusiasm but also affects company operations and can even cause negative online impacts.

Chen Han knew that this must be because Mr. Liu had helped him resolve some anonymous bank card issues in the United States.

The total amount of these two transactions reached 2.5 million.

There should still be 3 million in operation.

The next moment, the phone rang; it was Mr. Liu who had dialed it.

Upon answering, the caller asked, "Patriarch Chen, have the two donations arrived yet?"

"Yes, we've arrived," Chen Han replied with a smile.

Mr. Liu immediately said, "That's good, the rest will arrive in your account soon."

...

The car stopped at Chen's place.

Chen Han immediately returned to his courtyard, took out a large A4 sheet of paper, and began to write and draw, all about this beginner-level maze.

Although the back mountain lacks geographical features, a large-scale feng shui formation of 'gathering wind and accumulating energy' has been created using special feng shui stones produced by the game system.

Therefore, it is equivalent to a man-made geographical feature.

This is how a maze can be set up.

After that, all you need to do is determine the area where you want to set up the maze. You can use the area near the north side of the mountain, including the entire forest below the mountainside, to set up the maze.

Moreover, he plans to set up two partial mazes, one special version and one normal version.

Although this maze attribute allows for the deployment of special versions within sect headquarters or merit-based property areas, there is no requirement for a special version.

The game system will definitely provide options when the time comes; just differentiate between the normal version and the special version.

The normal version naturally occupies the majority of the space.

This version is intended for ordinary tourists, while the special version is for some big shots.

There are definitely many amazing people among ordinary tourists who, by studying the evolution of the I Ching and the Eight Trigrams, can eventually emerge from the ordinary version.

These people can then participate in a special version of the maze, and maybe we can even create a maze-breaking competition.

Thinking about it, Chen Han started planning again.

If you just set up a simple maze and manipulate the terrain, it will be just as effective at blocking people. As long as you can trap people, you don't need to worry about anything else.

After all, once a person enters the maze, their perception and vision will be affected by the maze, and they will be deceived by the numbers of the Bagua and Zhouyi. Even if there is a path in front of you, you may see it as a thicket of grass.

You might think you're moving forward, but you could have already turned a corner and come back.

Some might say that in this situation, you could just prick yourself with a needle to stay awake, but it's also possible that what you thought was clarity was actually influenced by the illusion.

Simply put, an individual cannot resist the influence of geographical terrain unless they are strong enough to break through it by force.

Otherwise, we can only honestly rely on the numbers derived from the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes to find a way out.

The maze he plans to set up for tourists will not only be large in area, but it will also require a lot of feng shui stones to maintain.

I must ask my fellow Daoists for help again.

Furthermore, the main purpose of providing tourists with games and challenges is not to trap and neglect them, but to give them a sense of participation and emotional value.

Therefore, it cannot appear rough, overgrown with weeds and thorns; the paths must be well-planned and developed so that tourists can walk on them.

This is a rather large project.

He also plans to plant many similar ornamental flowering plants, using them to complement the deceptive nature of the I Ching's evolution.

It also makes the entire maze of flowers fragrant and adds another layer of visual appeal.

Then there's the ground—the grass, thorns… all that's been dealt with. The path should be paved with the same cobblestones to give everyone a sense of luxury.

Finally, you can build piles of random rocks to further increase the deception, just like Zhuge Liang's formation with piles of random rocks. Once the formation is complete, the deception is even greater, and it can better deceive the eye.

He wrote all of these down in writing.

Finally, he realized that once the maze was set up, many tourists would be trapped inside and unable to get out. He also needed a way for tourists to escape when they were in dire straits.

He immediately thought of combining technology.

There are many positioning devices available now. You can install fixed-point positioning devices in various parts of the maze, and then determine the location through a special receiving device.

Tourists can press this receiver to get directions for the next step.

After all, it's for tourists, so it needs to present them with challenges while also giving them the right answers to follow.

At that time, there might be tourists who think, "Let me try it first and then ask for help." They'll try to solve the problem while asking for help, even though they're complete novices, they'll still have a great time.

Of course, when the situation gets really intense, it might be impossible to receive external signals, so you'll need to set the system to scan QR codes at close range to get the correct path.

If a tourist gets completely lost, they can scan the QR code next to them and have the facilities inside send them the correct directions.

Furthermore, to add to the fun, a statue of a celestial being can be placed in the center of the maze, and visitors can be given a set of numbers derived from the I Ching to find the statue.

When they find the statue of the Celestial Venerable, the tourists will definitely kowtow to it. After experiencing the magic of this maze, most of them will feel some piety and it should be no problem to make a small contribution to fulfill their wishes.

This can increase the source of motivation.

The person who finds the Celestial Venerable will naturally receive a reward, and coincidentally, the craft souvenir factory that my uncle is in charge of has already started operations.

We can make a special commemorative plaque for "Chen's Maze Worshiping the Heavenly Venerable" at that time.

Even tourists who manage to find their way out on their own without using any special equipment can receive a commemorative plaque for "Solo Conquering of Chen's Maze".

However, this involves a lot of equipment and computer programs, which requires a professional; one person certainly cannot handle everything.

So he called Xiaoyu and asked her to help organize a meeting to discuss the development of a new project.

"Senior brother, you're back?" Xiaoyu asked with delight.

"Did you hear what I said?" Chen Han asked with a smile, noticing Xiao Yu's focus.

"Okay, I'll let you know!" Xiaoyu said immediately.

Chen Han hung up the phone, wrote down everything he had been thinking, and then left the yard with his simple design drawings.

The Chen family now has a dedicated office and reception area, located near the accommodation area, and at the very end, so it won't affect tourists' access.

This place was originally the command center and logistics department when the Chen family gathered young and strong men from the surrounding villages to form a militia. A large warehouse on the first floor, originally used for militia training, was converted into a regular office area.

The staff of the Chen family office all work here.

As for why there is a dedicated warehouse for team training?
The Chen family gathered the able-bodied men from the surrounding villages, not only to protect the villages from bandits, rioters, and defeated soldiers, but also because they were about to fight these people.

Are there spoils of war?
These are to be distributed to other people, not to be kept exclusively by the Chen family.

Sometimes, even deserters and fleeing soldiers carry treasures, or bandits rob wealthy people and rich households elsewhere, carrying large sums of money. If they can handle it…

Those who know, know. This is actually why the Chen family could gather able-bodied men from the surrounding villages with a single call to arms during times of chaos.

Those items were stored in this special warehouse, and after being distributed, they were delivered home by the young and strong.

Chen never ate alone.

This is also why the Chen family hasn't produced a person of great talent and ambition in so long; otherwise, they could have tried starting with a group of old friends in Linhe County and ending with a powerful imperial group.

Now, the Chen family has attracted tourists, but they haven't taken all the profits. They've also allowed other people in Linhe County to enjoy the benefits, and even those living near the Chen family have benefited from the tourism economy.

Are they similar in purpose?
The only change is that the money, which was taken from the disorderly soldiers, defeated soldiers, and bandits, has been earned from tourists.

When Chen Han arrived at the conference room in the office area, Chen Xiaoyan had already arrived. After all, she worked in the office area, and when she saw him come in, she greeted him with a smile: "Master."

A little while later, Uncle Xiao, Uncle Da Gou, and Uncle Shui Sheng arrived, and finally Xiao Yu brought Xiao Mi. The two had obviously been together earlier, so they came together.

Sometimes Xiaoyu doesn't treat Xiaomi like an outsider.

This isn't an important family ceremony; it's just a discussion about new family projects. Maybe Xiao Mi can even offer some suggestions.

Her idea was that simple.

"Senior brother, what new project are you planning to start?" Xiaoyu asked, sitting down with a look of anticipation.

Everyone else looked at Chen Han, who took out the rough design he had just created and handed it to his junior sister and the others, saying, "I plan to set up a maze on the north side of the back mountain and open it to tourists."

The word "maze" clearly startled Chen Xiaoyan.

She wasn't very familiar with these things. Did she mean the head of the family wanted to set up a formation for tourists to play with?

This was the first time she had ever heard of such a project. Even though she knew that the Chen family had many mysterious things going on, hearing about it suddenly still felt very abrupt.

Instead, she saw Xiaoyu, Uncle Big Dog, and her father hurriedly gather around to carefully examine the blueprints, seemingly not finding it strange at all.

It seems that the Chen family has more resources than she imagined, but as a married daughter, she has no right to know.

In particular, she heard her father, Chen Shuisheng, say, "Xiao Han, if you're going to set up this maze, are you going to use feng shui formations as well?"

Look, her father even knows about setting up formations. How come I never noticed it before?

Chen Lin said with a troubled expression, "Xiao Han, when we start construction on our workshop, don't I need to read books on the evolution of the Book of Changes? But that's difficult. What if I can't understand them?"

Xiao Mi suddenly said, "Uncle, actually the numbers derived from the Book of Changes are not difficult. You can look at them using the octal system. What's difficult is how to present the derived numbers from the Book of Changes, just like Chen Han said, using them to set up formations."

Xiaoyu subconsciously looked at Xiaomi, her eyes filled with admiration.

Sister Xiao Mi really knows so much; I knew bringing her along was the right thing to do, as she can be of great help.

Without hesitation, Chen Lin said directly, "Xiao Mi, when construction begins, our workshop will ask you to be our consultant."

Chen Han then said, "I have listed out in detail how to build this formation and the construction method, and then I will produce a detailed diagram. So, we need to start the project now and see how much money this project will cost. Sister Xiaoyan, please estimate this for me. It would be best if it could be completed in about half a month."

This money had to be invested by the Chen family themselves, and it wasn't a small project.

Chen Xiaoyan has been handling this kind of business for a long time and can roughly estimate the investment amount.

She was an expert in this area, and no one else bothered her.

Until she calculated a result: "Master, according to your design for this development, and with such a large area, the basic labor, equipment, facilities, and other expenses will be over 70 million. If it is to be completed within half a month, the final cost will probably be over 100 million."

Chen Han didn't hesitate when he heard this: "Then it's settled. I will transfer 100 million to Gongtang as a special fund. Sister Xiaoyan, you are responsible for supervising the progress and getting the project approval documents approved as soon as possible."

"Okay, I'll contact the cultural and tourism department right away." Chen Xiaoyan nodded, confirming the project's approval. After the meeting, she would contact the cultural and tourism department.

Since the Chen family's project falls under the jurisdiction of the cultural and tourism department, she can simply contact Director Chen directly.

Back in her office, she prepared the materials for "Application for Chen's Bagua Zhouyi Evolution Maze..." and left Chen's office to head to the county.

The reason for adding terms related to the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes is to make it more distinctive.

However, when Chen Kai received Chen Xiaoyan in his office and saw the application materials, he was quite agitated.

According to the description in this information, this is not a tourist attraction at all. It's probably not a real maze, but the kind you see in novels, movies, and TV shows.

In the past, if someone had submitted a tourism application like this to him, he would have been either a scammer or someone trying to cause trouble.

Who do you think you are, setting up such a maze?
But now it's the Chen family that's bringing it out, is that the same?

The head of the Chen family has turned feng shui, a metaphysics, into a science, and was even awarded the title of Grand Academician (the term "academician" is no longer allowed, please understand).

Now people are saying they're going to set up a maze, do you believe them?
Of course, I believe.

Chen Kai put down the documents and said with a smile, "Ms. Chen, there's no problem with your application materials. I'll approve it immediately. However, let's change it a bit. Let's call it 'Chen's Woodland Maze,' since there are still review regulations."

Chen Xiaoyan understood this point and could only make changes. It seemed that the original gimmick couldn't be used here, and she could only wait for subsequent publicity.

...

Chen family.

Chen Han returned to his courtyard, unfolded the 4A blueprint on the stone table, and wrote several large characters on it: "I want to set up an array!"

He naturally intended to shoot an abstract video, so he turned on the recorder and filmed the A4 paper while saying, "Because the demonic forces are becoming more and more rampant, many righteous families have been attacked. In order to increase the safety of the Chen family, I have decided to set up a bewitching array to protect the family."

"Therefore, I have carefully studied the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes, and I plan to use the numbers derived from the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes to set up this illusionary array. When the array is completed, I will definitely invite all my fellow practitioners to come and observe it."

The video focuses on the words "I want to set up a formation".

Although this is an abstract video, it can be considered a preview.

After that, videos of the workshop developing the woodland every day could also be filmed, as well as videos of the maze being set up.

When the workers start construction and the bulldozers start moving, no one will think it's a maze, but it is a maze after all.

When tourists who came to join the fun arrived and discovered the anomaly, the shock was unimaginable.

Chen Han edited the video and uploaded it directly.

Many people are paying attention to him now, especially a lot of people who are specifically watching his every move, such as honking his horn.

He saw the new video posted by the Chen family head immediately.

This video actually has very little content; it just contains a few words and talks about setting up an array. If you replace it with a new person, you won't get any views at all.

But the head of the Chen family is different. He has real skills. Even if people on the Chen Family Dream Network don't believe it, the head of the Chen family still has the title of Grand Scholar of Feng Shui and Geography awarded by the higher authorities.

If the other party has turned the metaphysics of feng shui into a geographical science, how skilled must they be in feng shui?
Do you believe it or not when someone like this claims to set up a formation and even says they need to rely on the numbers derived from the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes?
Therefore, it naturally had a lot of buzz, and with over 1350 million followers, the video generated considerable buzz as soon as it was released.

Moreover, this Chen family head might soon be able to turn the numbers derived from the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes into a science.

He had recently read some Taoist books, including those on the I Ching, and he really felt that some of the changes in the I Ching were like a mathematical progression.

He just didn't understand the specifics.

But he doesn't understand, while the Chen family head might.

Thinking of this, his eyes lit up. He was definitely going to capitalize on this trend, so he immediately started recording a video: "Fellow disciples of the Holy Sect, I have received some very bad news. Recently, that damned Chen family head has been using mathematical methods to study the evolution of the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes, and has actually allowed the other party to develop a powerful formation."

"How did he do that? Mathematics and formations? How are they connected?"

"Can anyone tell me? No, in order to break the formation developed by Patriarch Chen, I have to go and study the math book again."

The horn is also used to directly release a video.

The incident immediately caused a stir online, and both videos attracted a lot of attention.

Even the video of the horn sounding quickly surpassed the data of Chen Han's video. The reason is simple: mathematics - the evolution of the Eight Trigrams and the Book of Changes - formations.

Each of these three words is understandable on its own, but when put together, they become very abstract.

Not only did the whistleblower not know how mathematics was related to formations, but nobody else did either;
The key issue is that no one can tell whether the horn-honking video is an abstract video or a factual one.
In the past, almost all of the videos featuring the horn have revealed factual information and have been accurate.

What about this time?

The key point is that the Chen family already has a precedent of turning feng shui into science.

Therefore, videos of horn honking appear as trending topics before the actual horn sounds.

Chen Han saw the video of the horn being sounded because someone tagged him.

Honestly, he had to admire the sounding of the horn.

Mathematics, formations...

How does this guy always manage to hit the mark?
After watching the video of the horn blaring, he roughly calculated how many feng shui stones he needed, and then directly tagged a Taoist priest in a group chat, seeking help for feng shui stones.

Wu-Tang.

Taoist priests such as Qingwei and Chen gathered on the Golden Summit, and they could be seen to be in very good health.

Recently, through practicing Tai Chi at the Thunderfire Refining Golden Summit, they all feel that their physical condition has improved significantly.

The key is the progress in Tai Chi training, which has truly opened a new chapter for Wudang.

After the Taoist priests finished their cultivation, they got up and took out their phones to check the screen. Master Chen said in surprise, "The Chen family head has posted another video, saying he's going to set up an array."

Nowadays, no well-known Taoist master is unaware of the Chen family head, especially those who have had contact with him. They are all certain that he will become a great figure in Taoism in the next few hundred years.

“I saw it too,” another Taoist priest said. “Moreover, the horn was also revealing that the Chen family mainly used mathematical formations.”

“Mathematical array? What the hell?” Master Qingwei was taken aback and picked up his phone to check it himself.

After that, he understood what was going on and subconsciously asked, "Do you think what Patriarch Chen said is true or false?"

"It should be true." Master Chen said subconsciously, "Senior brother, look at that group. The Chen family head is asking us for help with feng shui stones. What do you think he's trying to do?"

"Set up the formation," Master Qingwei said subconsciously.

When he opened the group, he saw that the Taoist master asked, "Patriarch Chen, we don't have any feng shui stones at Baiyun Temple, but can we go to the Chen family to observe your formation?"

This topic prompted everyone to ask:

"Master Chen, we have some feng shui stones here. I will personally deliver them to you and hope to observe their arrangement."

“We also have feng shui stones here. The Chen family has as many as they want. Please allow us to observe their arrangement.”

"..."

Upon seeing the Taoist priests' requests, Chen Han simply said, "That's fine."

Anyway, this maze will soon be no secret. Most importantly, those who understand feng shui and even have ways to communicate with and utilize the terrain can copy the ordinary version of the maze by observing it, as long as they spend enough time, or even be geniuses with talent in this area.

However, this is also very difficult; even the Taoist priests would have a hard time obtaining the Five Emperors Sword.

Upon seeing Chen Han's reply, the Taoist priests were excited. They believed this was a grand event, and that they were extremely lucky to be able to participate.

Without hesitation, Master Qingwei instructed Master Chen, "Prepare the feng shui stones. We'll deliver them ourselves. The rest of you stay here!"

"Yes, senior brother." Master Chen was immediately excited upon hearing this, as it meant he could go to the Chen family.

The other Taoist priests, however, looked utterly helpless.

So you guys have decided on this?
Dictatorship!
As time went on, topics related to Chen Jiazhu's mathematics, Bagua, Zhouyi, and formations quickly spread online.

At first, although people who saw it were puzzled, most of them treated it as an abstract video.

After all, the connection between mathematics and formations is rather abstract.

But soon, a piece of news attracted everyone's attention: all the famous Taoist masters had gone to the Chen family again.

This scene seems to have evoked memories for many people. Back then, many Taoist masters gathered together and developed feng shui science to repair the feng shui formation of Wudang's Thunderfire Refining Gold Peak.

Therefore, this time, when the Chen family head said he was going to set up an array, and then all those Taoist priests went to the Chen family again, without any connection, no one believed it.

In an instant, the entire internet was in an uproar.

The head of the Chen family has already turned one metaphysics into a science. Will he turn another metaphysics into a science as well?
Then your worldview will feel completely wrong.

(End of this chapter)