Many local earth god temples have gradually fallen into desolation due to unanswered prayers, but one temple bearing the plaque "All Wishes Granted" has never seen its incense offerings cease, because the elderly earth god couple inside always find ways to fulfill people's wishes.
On the fifth day of a certain month, under a scorching sun, the earth god ascended to heaven on cloud-riding beans to meet the Jade Emperor, leaving only the earth goddess in the temple. When a boatman, an orchard owner, a farmer, and a small merchant came to pray for wind, no wind, rain, and no rain respectively, the earth goddess recalled the earth god's parting words and granted each of their requests. However, this ended up fulfilling none of their wishes properly. In a fit of anger, the earth goddess smashed the plaque, shocking the earth god upon his return. After hearing the situation, the earth god chuckled and said he had a way to solve the problem. © Douban
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