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The long, desolate sound of the horn echoed endlessly through the valley.

The sound seemed to possess a mysterious magic, causing all who heard it to feel a surge of excitement and a rush of adrenaline.

Meanwhile, inside the Wu Clan Ancestral Hall.

In a huge side hall specifically used for fasting and bathing, steam rose.

A huge bathtub, carved from a single piece of white marble, occupies most of the space in the side hall.

The bath was filled with crystal-clear water that exuded a slight chill.

On the water's surface float some unidentified herbs and petals that emit a faint fragrance.

Wu You, with her small, naked body, was quietly soaking in the bath.

He closed his eyes, leaning against the warm, smooth jade pool wall, his expression serene.

Behind him was a jade plate containing towels, perfume, and various bathing utensils.

And, there were people specifically assigned to help Wu You with his bathing.

Their movements were gentle and respectful, and they dared not make the slightest unnecessary sound.

The head steward, Wu Jingzhi, stood respectfully bowing.

He didn't go inside; he simply gave his final report from behind a thick silk curtain.

"Young Master, everything outside is ready."

His voice was very low, yet incredibly clear.

"Thousands of people have already lined up in the square to wait."

"The sacrificial animals, grains, and wine are all in place."

"The ceremonial band responsible for firing the cannons and playing music is also on standby at the designated position."

"Miss Su's live stream started half an hour ago. According to real-time data from the central control center, the number of viewers in the live stream has already exceeded 30 million and is still growing."

"On the internet, discussions about our Wujia Village Ancestor Worship Ceremony have completely ignited all social media platforms."

Wu Jingzhi's tone carried an barely suppressed excitement and pride.

Thirty million online!

He knew that the young master's plan had succeeded.

And it was an unprecedented and enormous success!

Inside the curtain, Wu You slowly opened his eyes.

His dark eyes remained calm, unmoved by the astonishing figure reported by Wu Jingzhi.

It was as if all of this was within his expectations.

"What's going on in South Korea?"

He spoke up, asking a question that seemed completely unrelated to today's ceremony.

Wu Jingzhi was taken aback for a moment, but immediately replied, "Young Master, after the trailer for the live broadcast on our Strawberry TV station was released in South Korea, it caused a complete uproar."

"Their netizens are making a huge fuss on various international social media platforms, saying that we are plagiarizing their culture and that ancestor worship is a unique tradition of their Korean people."

"Their officials also lodged a so-called 'strong protest' with China through diplomatic channels, demanding that we immediately stop this live broadcast that 'violates their cultural sovereignty'."

When Wu Jingzhi said these words, his tone was full of disdain and sarcasm.

In his view, South Korea's behavior was like a clown jumping around.

"very good."

A faint, cold smile curved at the corners of Wu You's lips.

His deeper consideration for this ancestral worship ceremony was this: how could their Chinese ancestral worship be applied for intangible cultural heritage status by that small country?

"I want them to jump."

The higher you jump, the harder you fall.

"Today, I will show the whole world what the true spirit of China is."

"What is true inheritance?"

His voice wasn't loud, but it carried a resolute and unquestionable kingly aura!

Wu Jingzhi, standing outside the curtain, listened with a surge of emotion and his blood boiling.

He bowed deeply once again.

"Young master, you are wise!"

Wu You did not speak again.

He slowly stood up from the bath.

Those who had been waiting immediately stepped forward to help him wash and groom himself.

The entire process was quiet, solemn, and full of ritual.

After bathing, Wu You walked out of the side hall barefoot.

In another quiet room specifically for changing clothes, a set of neatly folded and exquisitely beautiful ritual robes had already been prepared.

That's not a dragon robe.

Instead, it was a set of clothing in the style of the Ming Dynasty, with very distinctive features.

Its overall appearance exudes a calm and dignified temperament, showcasing national style.

The garment is in the style of a deep robe, with a black and plain surface, trimmed only with moon-white brocade with subtle patterns, exuding understated elegance.

The fabric is made of top-quality Hangzhou silk, which feels warm and smooth like jade, and has an excellent drape. When walking, the clothes flutter lightly, yet there is no sense of frivolity.

The collar and cuffs are meticulously sewn with silk thread of the same color, with neat stitches and no flaws.

A plain-colored silk sash tied around the waist, simply knotted into a ruyi knot, adds to the rustic elegance.

Although lacking vibrant colors, it showcases craftsmanship in its details. The subtle patterns are barely visible, meeting the solemn requirements of ancestral worship while retaining the unique grandeur of Hanfu.

The entire outfit perfectly blends tradition and solemnity, conveying respect for ancestors and the inheritance of traditional culture in a serene manner.

Wu You slowly put on the heavy sacrificial robe.

The moment he was dressed and stood up straight again.

His entire aura underwent a dramatic change.

If he was once a powerful young leader in a Zhongshan suit, then he was a different person.

Now, dressed in this ancestral worship robe, he is the true authority and face of the family!

He no longer possessed any childlike innocence.

Yes, it is an innate and supreme majesty!

He slowly turned around and looked at the huge bronze incense burner, taller than a person, in the center of the quiet room.

Inside the incense burner, three sticks of ambergris, which had been prepared beforehand, were quietly inserted.

Wu You stepped forward and picked up a lit tinderbox from the offering table beside him.

He brought the tinder close to the three sticks of ambergris.

There was no flame, only a wisp of smoke rising gently.

A unique fragrance, even richer and more mellow than the one smelled in the ancestral hall, instantly filled the entire quiet room.

Wu You put down the fire tinder and respectfully bowed three times to the incense burner.

Then, he turned around and walked step by step toward the door outside the quiet room that led to the outside world.

His steps were steady and powerful.

Every step felt like stepping on the pulse of history.

He knew it from the moment he pushed open that door.

He and his Wu family village will officially stand under the spotlight of this planet.

They accept the world's scrutiny and admiration for China.

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