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Oolong the Yunlong

Wisdom in Tea Leaves

Deep within Shengui Guo, beyond the bathhouse and past the rice terraces, at the peak of the highest mountain, there sits a tea house. Its ancient foundation appears to be one with the rocks on which it is built. Whispy clouds dance around the elegant frame, embracing it, giving more to the illusion that the tea house is as old as the mountain.

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The tea house appears, on most days, to be completely empty. The trek there is so arduous that few have made it to the top in recent years. It is, however, a spiritual journey for any who make it up. Once the creaky door of the tea house is opened, as if by magic, the aroma of steeping tea leaves fills the air, and tea is set out at the tables. Light streams through large windows that frame the surrounding view.

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Worn bamboo floors show just how important of a hub this cozy tea house used to be. The radiant glow of the sun is all that illuminates the interior, aside from a few small decorated lamps that dance from the ceiling. A serene energy radiates from the dwelling. The closer travelers get to the tea house, the more rejuvenated they feel. Upon arrival, visitors stay for days, even weeks, in a meditative state. The tea house creates an environment where internal energy is cleared, and one can access deep inner knowledge; insight is abundant.

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Roots of old trees wrap around the building, holding it firmly in place. The air outside is crisp and clear. Some have said that on the calmest of days they’ve seen a dragon soundlessly gliding through the sky, circling and protecting the tea house. Yunnan, guardian of the peace, he has been named by some. The restorative magic in the tea is said to come from his blessings. After those who have regained their strength at the top of the mountain are ready to begin their decent, they can look into their beautifully crafted tea cups to see their fortunes in the leaves.

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