Regarding Mario Kuiet's words, Ling Tian was unconcerned. It was normal for foreigners not to have heard of Feng Shui and geomancy.
Even many Chinese people nowadays had not heard of this term, nor did they believe the knowledge revealed by Feng Shui and geomancy.
"Father, the discipline of Feng Shui and geomancy that Mr. Ling Tian mentioned truly exists. I have perused a vast number of Chinese classics and confirmed this.
Although there are many things in Feng Shui and geomancy that science finds difficult to prove, there are also many things that are summaries of millennia of experience and conform to scientific principles."
Mario Kuiet's daughter, Aurora, had displayed extraordinary abilities since childhood. This father and daughter shared a common hobby: constantly pondering how to become stronger.
Mario Kuiet was the public face, responsible for making money, while Aurora, with a few subordinates, studied the classics of various countries, searching for ways to enhance their own power.
"So that's how it is!" Mario Kuiet was also surprised. He hadn't expected Ling Tian to know such things. It seemed this young man had many more secrets to uncover, and it was even more necessary to keep him on the island.
"Can you elaborate?" Kuiet asked.
Ling Tian nodded and explained, "I can sense that beneath this island, there is a 'fire dragon'!
This fire dragon is stirring restlessly, and perhaps not long from now, it will erupt and cause earth-shattering events..." Ling Tian attempted to describe a Feng Shui issue to him in terms that a foreigner could understand, which was quite a challenge for Ling Tian.
Ling Tian told Mario Kuiet that he could feel the unusual spiritual energy in the heavens and earth that morning, especially the energy from underground, which was emitting a violent aura.
Mario Kuiet was greatly shocked by Ling Tian's assessment, but he did not choose to believe Ling Tian. People like them were very opinionated, and it was difficult to sway their convictions!
"Mr. Ling Tian, what you've said is rather sensational. While I must admit it's a fascinating story.
However, for the things you've mentioned, I have no theory or data to support them!
In this regard, I still trust science more, and I trust those geologists more. In a sense, science is the most impartial thing!" Kuiet said.
"You are correct, science is impartial, but the problem is, scientists are not necessarily impartial.
Think about it, if they told you that this island was in danger and could be swallowed by a volcanic eruption at any moment, would you, as the benefactor, continue to provide them with vast sums of money each year for their research?"
"This..." Mario Kuiet was stunned. He had to admit that what Ling Tian said made a lot of sense.
As the saying goes, people die for wealth, just as birds die for food. It was quite normal for scientists to tamper with their survey results and say certain things to ensure a continuous stream of patronage from their benefactors.
"However, all three geological teams have reached the same conclusion. I can guarantee that these scientists have not communicated much with each other," Kuiet said.
Ling Tian smiled upon hearing this, "Mr. Kuiet, they don't need to collude or conspire with each other.
These scientists often have astonishingly similar ways of thinking and values.
They will make the most rational choices that are most beneficial to themselves, and then, without coordination, they will tell you falsehoods. It's that simple!"
"This..." Mario Kuiet fell into thought. Ling Tian's words seemed very reasonable to Kuiet, and he had indeed underestimated and been too trusting of these scientists.
But on the other hand, Mario Kuiet did not wish for what Ling Tian said to be true from the bottom of his heart!
He had invested too much on this island. If one day, a massive volcanic eruption were to occur, turning this so-called paradise island into a purgatory, he would have no one to turn to for tears.
Seeing this, Ling Tian was satisfied. He had successfully shifted the other party's attention from recruiting him to the safety of Icefire Island.
"Mr. Kuiet, you don't need to worry too much. I will stay on the island for a while, and I will even go to the volcano in a few days to conduct a field survey.
I also hope my judgment is wrong, but regardless of the outcome, I will present you with the most truthful and accurate investigation report!"
"Good. I will have my subordinates fully cooperate and create the best research environment for you.
Aurora, please escort Mr. Ling Tian out!"
Aurora, who had been standing by, nodded. Still as cold as ice, she led Ling Tian out of the castle, and he then bid farewell to Aurora.
Aurora, with a blank expression, returned directly to the castle without looking back.
However, through his Qi-observing technique, Ling Tian keenly sensed that this girl's attitude towards him seemed to have shifted.
Ling Tian was satisfied because he understood that this woman was important; she could even influence Mario Kuiet's views.
Aurora returned to the castle once more. At this moment, Kuiet was sitting on the sofa, his face filled with gloom. Seeing his daughter arrive, Mario Kuiet's expression softened slightly.
"Aurora, what do you think of this Ling Tian? What are your opinions on what he said?"
"Father, I can sense that Ling Tian is also very wary of us.
However, I can also feel that he is very sincere and forthright. Regarding what he said, I think it might also be true.
I will continue to go back and check the资料 to determine if what he said is true." Aurora spoke honestly.
Mario Kuiet nodded, "This matter is very important and must be confirmed as a priority!
I will talk to those three geologists!"
A few hours later, in a private room at a small restaurant by the sea on Icefire Island, three men gathered.
Among them, a white-haired Caucasian man was Professor Hansen, from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich, a world-renowned geological institution ranked among the top few globally.
Another man with brown hair was Professor Dacourt, from the University of California, USA, whose geology department was also world-famous.
The third was an Asian man with slightly darker skin and a somewhat shifty demeanor, Professor Yamada Koji from Japan. This man was a renowned geologist in Asia, possessing profound expertise in the research of geological disasters such as volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis.