National Tide 1980.

Chapter 899
As soon as the master said this, the eyes of the noble ladies all cast on Keiko Matsumoto's face.

It's like a luxurious and colorful neon light.

Envy, curiosity, anticipation, and excitement, like various colors intertwined, flashed in their eyes.

But in fact, for Matsumoto Keiko herself, not only was she taken aback, but it can even be said that her heart was full of disgust and resistance.

First of all, she is not used to being close to the skin of strangers, especially she does not want to make contact actions beyond the reasonable range in public.

Secondly, deep down, she doesn't believe that anyone can predict the future.

Yes, most Japanese are very superstitious, and they are famous for their enthusiasm for forecasting.

In this country, the enthusiasm for mysterious events and the love for predicting the future can be said to be regardless of age or occupation.

Even from a historical point of view, the Japanese upper class who were deceived by fortune-telling and palmistry have never been interrupted.

Since the Sui and Tang Dynasties, whenever wars broke out between China and Japan, it was basically the result of these charlatans trying to cater to their wishes and please the Japanese rulers.

Not to mention the modern Sino-Japanese War of [-]-[-], it was indeed right, and the bet was won.

It allowed Japan to slap the big powers in the face, and it has been famous for decades with its narrow victory, and once became the hegemony of Asia.

Affected by this, Takashima Kayou, who not only helped Ito Hirobumi persuade the Emperor Meiji to send troops to invade China, was praised as the "Master of Yi Xue".

Forecasting has flourished in Japan, bringing the golden age of fame and fortune to the Japanese scammers who rely on this industry for a living.

From before the war to after the war, Japan's "masters" who eat divination have emerged many times.

What batch of horoscopes, physiognomy, palmistry, divination, and character testing are all prosperous.

These industries can even open stores in an upright manner and operate legally.

Some people not only have tens of thousands of believers, but also run specialized schools, write and publish, and appear on variety shows.

There are even many people who have entered the halls of the upper class, and have become the exclusive fortune-tellers for the rich and powerful to predict the future.

It can be said that it is precisely because of this that Japan has become a country full of religions and ghosts.

But you must know that Keiko Matsumoto is not purely Japanese, she is actually a Korean expatriate.

Since she was a child, she has lived in the "Chosun Village" in the Putian area of ​​Tokyo.

And her father has never changed his nationality, and has been living in Japan under the name "Han Yingming".

It is precisely because of this that she has been firmly standing in the anti-war camp.

After becoming famous in the Japanese film industry, she not only went to China for friendly exchanges on behalf of Shochiku Films many times, but even participated in the anti-war film "A Game of Chess That Is Not Finished" co-produced by China and Japan.

And the most important thing is that when she was a child living in a Korean expatriate community composed of dilapidated houses, Keiko Matsumoto's neighbor was an old grandmother who made a living by divination.

The old man who lived alone and was called "A Chunpo" by her since she was a child is quite a famous fortune teller in North Korea.

I often give Fengshui and face-to-face advice to those North Koreans who went out of the village with a prosperous business, and lived until Matsumoto Keiko was in junior high school.

But the old grandma often used divination to tease the little Matsumoto Keiko before she was alive, and would always take the initiative to reveal the secrets for her.

Conversationally and earnestly warned her.

"Look, Qingzi, you are so rich, you are blessed, these words are all lies. In fact, I can only see through your thoughts, just like magic. So you must not trust other people's sweet words .People who rely on divination are stupid. How can they entrust their happiness to others? The so-called divination is all deceitful. Divination can neither teach us to solve problems correctly, nor can it make life easy and pleasant. Remember, those who are addicted to divination Women will not be happy, you must create your own destiny. Only when you know how to work hard and are willing to give, can you become a reliable person when you grow up..."

"But... then, is there such a thing as blessings from gods and Buddhas in the world? If not, why are there so many shrines and temples?"

At the beginning, the little Matsumoto Keiko still had some doubts about the old grandma's words.

However, the grandmother's more wise response gave the young her a correct outlook on life.

"Qingzi, Qingzi, your little head is still very good at thinking. That's right, of course there is such a thing as blessings from gods and Buddhas. But gods and Buddhas will definitely not bless everyone, and it must not be what you can imagine Do you know the saying "Buddha does not cross, everyone crosses by himself"? What is God and Buddha? God and Buddha are the beliefs in your heart. So many people, what do they worship in shrines and temples? Just ask for what you want. Especially the rich, today is the morning sun, tomorrow is the sunset, and they live tremblingly and uneasy. They only ask God out of fear of fate. But it is better to ask for others than to ask for yourself. What's the use? If you want to fulfill your wishes and realize happiness. In addition to having firm beliefs, you also need to work hard and sweat yourself to be blessed by gods and Buddhas..."

In this way, benefiting from the old man's advice, Keiko Matsumoto has always been a hardworking person in her career when she grew up.

Since she embarked on the road of performing arts, she has been constantly pondering acting skills and filming.

She never believed in any so-called rumors that predicted the future.

Even if she encountered unlucky supernatural events, she never wavered in her faith.

Don't say that I haven't practiced Buddhist rituals like others to eliminate disasters and solve difficulties, even if I ask divination and prescription.

I just went to Sensoji Temple to worship, just like ordinary people, throwing a hundred yen and making a wish.

On the contrary, he became more and more wary of the magic sticks, knowing that someone would definitely want to take advantage of this loophole and plot against him.

Just like the current situation.

So her immediate reaction was to wave her hands reluctantly, showing a modest gesture, and politely declined.

"No, there's no need. Master, let's explain to the director's wife first. My life is going well, and I don't have any troubles."

But this time, don't say that the magic stick locked his lips tightly, showing a sullen expression on his face.

Even the noble ladies quit.

What a great opportunity!

Seeing that there is excitement to watch, who would give up the opportunity to snoop on the celebrity's privacy?

So these noble wives who have risen gossip souls use their strengths and scramble to persuade them enthusiastically.

Mrs. Kuroda's mood is like her appearance, she can see her heart when she opens her mouth, and she can see her courage when she opens her mouth.

"Hey, why do these words seem to be perfunctory? Didn't Ms. Matsumoto's tissue advertisement have a problem the year before last? We all know it. This master is a well-known onmyoji in the entire Sumida District. He is the chairman of the board. I just invited you here. Ms. Matsumoto, don’t miss out on such a good opportunity, don’t you?”

Mrs. Miyamoto, who is honest and honest, is thoughtful, thinking that Keiko Matsumoto is concerned about privacy issues.

"Matsumoto-san, let the master take a look at it for you. Please rest assured, everyone here is very strict with their mouths and will not spread gossip."

Mrs. Ohno lured him with a lure, "Matsumoto-san, we are acquaintances. I'm not afraid to tell you the truth, business people are really afraid of evil spirits. Although I can understand Matsumoto-san's grievances, I always have to worry about my husband's opinion. I am very clear about your reason for coming, you might as well let the master take a look, as long as there is no serious problem, I am willing to help clear up Ta Siqi's advertisement next year."

Following her, she turned to the director's wife, "There are also XJTLU's Christmas activities, new year welcome activities and company annual meeting. Mrs. Nishimura also hopes to invite you to be the host. Is that so?"

So the wife of the director looked up and responded with an elegant smile to show her approval.

After that, Michiko Harada covered her mouth in surprise, expressing her envy in a playful way.

"Sister, the two ladies are so generous, and they are too kind to you, so please show the master quickly! What are you waiting for?"

At this time, Keiko Matsumoto's situation became a bit awkward, and it was difficult to ride a tiger.

Indeed, the reason why the circle is a circle is that everyone needs to converge, not specialize, let alone stand out from the crowd.

What's more, the Japanese themselves pay attention to gregariousness, and there is a serious herd effect in the whole society, which extremely rejects unique individuals.

So after thinking about it, Keiko Matsumoto felt that she had no better choice, and it could only be the result of a compromise.

"Okay then, please ask this master to show me a picture."

She tried her best to restrain the conflicting emotions in her heart, and said so.

Don't leave any flaws, let the smile be dignified and calm, and let the expression be elegant and natural to blend into the happy and relieved atmosphere of your wife.

Then he slowly stretched out his right hand.

The outline of this hand is slender, delicate and soft, and the nails painted with transparent color are as attractive as almonds.

Seeing the long-awaited magic stick, he couldn't help letting out a sigh of relief, with sweat dripping from his forehead.

Seeing the hand that has been the most reluctant and the most itchy stretched out.

His fat fingers couldn't help but move around, and his eyes showed uncontrollable anxiety.

He was relieved that his patience had been rewarded, imagining the feeling of the prey about to fall into his palm.

However, at the last moment, Matsumoto Keiko sensitively noticed the evil spirit in his eyes and the chuckle at the corners of his lips.

Unable to restrain herself, she almost gagged.

So I just let my white and tender hand tap the fingertips of the magic stick, like a soft ribbon floating back, and tightened my body like a conditioned reflex.

Seeing the duck that is about to enter, it just flew away!

Everything that happened suddenly, to the god stick, provoked him and humiliated him like an obscure ancient scripture.

He had no choice but to go back to his follow-up methods, only a torrent of anger poured into his five internal organs and mixed into his dantian.

But he still couldn't get fit.

Not for anything else, just because Keiko Matsumoto is an actor!

And not just an ordinary actor, but a professional actress!
"Oh! I broke the taboo!"

Keiko Matsumoto, who took his right hand away, looked flustered on purpose.

"what happened?"

The noble ladies were all puzzled, and all looked at her in astonishment.

"I'm sorry, I'm so sorry, I forgot. I forgot all about it. Last month, I actually went to the Miaofa Temple to pray for blessings. Master Wanghai, the abbot of Shingon Sect, specifically told me not to divination or pray for spirits for 99 days... As a result, I... ...I almost forgot all about it today... I'm sorry, ladies. I'm sorry, Master!"

Keiko Matsumoto was terrified and kept bowing and apologizing to everyone present, and it was a big gift.

So after everyone looked at each other in blank dismay, their attitudes became vague.

"It turned out to be like this, then... why don't you just forget about it, don't look at each other. Zen masters can't fight evil against onmyojis..."

Mrs. Miyamoto should really believe it, otherwise she would not take the initiative to help smooth things over.

"You can't flush the evil spirit, otherwise it won't work."

Michiko Harada was more alert and helped Keiko Matsumoto speak.

Mrs. Ono raised her eyebrows, and was a little dissatisfied with her manners.

"Really. Ms. Matsumoto, you should have said it earlier, this is so embarrassing and rude!"

Mrs. Kuroda cared more about saving the master's face, curled her lips and said a few harsh words.

"Miss Matsumoto, it can only be said that you are unlucky. The onmyoji came today because of the director's wife's face. Next time, if you want to do divination, you may not have such an opportunity again."

"Yes, yes, it's all my fault. I was too careless, and I failed everyone's kindness. However, you have such a big heart, you can definitely put the Himalayas in it..."

Matsumoto Keiko expressed her apology very skillfully, which won the hearts of several expensive wives, and they couldn't help smiling smugly.

In this way, under her wit, the magic stick could no longer be hypocritical, and could only walk down the steps slowly.

"Well, the future will be long, and the future will be long. Then just change."

It must be said, but the meaning is still unfinished, and the regretful magic stick turned his target to others.

Michiko Harada was not polite, so she took the initiative to invite Ying when she saw this.

She stretched out her slender, nimble, and coquettish hands generously, allowing the magic stick to play with them at will.

However, it is a pity that for Matsumoto Keiko, the oldest and well-informed director's wife is really sad.

Although she smiled, she didn't say anything about the result.

But the eyes she stared at Matsumoto Keiko and the reflection of the crystal lens exuded a solemn coercion that was completely opposite to the warmth on the surface.

This undoubtedly fully illustrates one thing, her eyes do not rub the sand, and she must not be coaxed.

So on this day, Keiko Matsumoto, who came here full of hope, failed to get what she wanted after all, and it was almost a waste of time.

Because even if she sent the painting, she still failed to please the director's wife.

In the end, we only got a commercial promise for a Christmas event.The conditions are even more stringent.

Not only does it need to work outdoors, but the salary is only a not so generous 280 million yen, and the clothing needs to be raised by itself.

This is enough to show that because of her poor performance today, she was hated and disgusted by the director's wife who had a good impression of her.

The price of this kind of activity is undoubtedly a humiliation to her, it is clearly like giving a few pennies to a beggar.

But to be honest, Keiko Matsumoto didn't regret it at all. The only thing she regretted was that she shouldn't have come to this place and attended this party.

Because what disgusted her more than that onmyoji was the meals these ladies got together.

Keiko Matsumoto couldn't believe that these decent, clean, gorgeously dressed, and spotless ladies would use the reproductive organs of hunted whales as nourishing food.

They actually superstitiously believe that such things can bring them physical and mental happiness.

So he couldn't wait for the party to end, without even eating a bite, Matsumoto Keiko found another excuse, and escaped from the private room of the Sakura Garden Restaurant like fleeing from a nightmare.

Michiko Harada chased her out and took her to the parking lot.

When I was alone in the elevator, I couldn't help complaining about her.

"Sister, you are too shameless today. You can get at least 5000 million yen, but it has become such a small change. I feel sorry for you. Why do you have to be so arrogant? It's too bad... "

But Keiko Matsumoto couldn't say a word.

As soon as she got out of the elevator, she didn't care about her own image.

Just guarding the trash can at the entrance of the elevator in the underground garage... vomited.

(End of this chapter)