The probability of successfully finalizing this collaborative project is relatively low. The primary resistance lies in fundamental differences in interests and clashes in philosophy between both parties. The hexagram presents a Six Clash pattern (indicating dispersion), and the Other Line representing the project controls the querent. At the same time, the core Yong Shen (Focus) is trapped and controlled by the Month and Day. It is advisable to prepare for cutting losses or initiating alternative plans as early as possible.

The Project Negotiations Are Unlikely to Succeed; the Six Clash Hexagram Reveals Signs of Dispersion

Background Analysis

In divining a collaboration, the Self Line represents your side, while the Other Line represents the counterpart and the project itself. The hexagram itself is a Six Clash pattern (Hexagram 22 — Bi (Grace) changing to Hexagram 15 — Qian (Modesty)). Six Clashes indicate dispersion and rapid progression, meaning that while the two parties appear to be engaging, their Qi is fundamentally incompatible, making it highly difficult to establish a long-term, stable contractual relationship. The Other Line (Siblings Xu Earth) is occupied by the White Tiger and controls the Self Line (Officer Mao Wood). This indicates that the counterpart has an aggressive attitude and imposes harsh conditions. They may even be concealing true profit expectations or harboring hidden competitive precautions (White Tiger on the Other Line indicates harshness, while Black Tortoise on Wealth indicates concealment). This negotiation will not only be unsmooth but will also leave your side feeling visibly passive and constrained.

The Self Line Changes into Void and is Controlled; Our Side's Bargaining Power is Weak

Yong Shen (Focus) Analysis

The Officer Yong Shen (Focus) is Controlled by the Month and Day; the Resulting Line Changes into Void, Losing Dominance

In career collaborations, the Officer Line serves as the Yong Shen (Focus), representing the project's roles and the final contractual documents. The Self Line, Officer Mao Wood, represents your side. It is in a trapped and controlled state during the Wei Month (when Earth is prosperous) and on the You Day (when Metal is prosperous), and the daily ruler, You Metal, directly clashes against and controls the Self Line (Day Break). Even more detrimentally, the Self Line itself initiates movement, changing into Siblings Chen Earth, which currently falls into Void (changes into Void). This signifies that your side lacks core competitiveness at the negotiating table, and your ultimate bargaining power and actual returns (the resulting Siblings Line indicates Rob Wealth) will be sidelined or rendered empty.

The Wealth Line is Trapped and Hidden; the Project's Actual Profits Fall Far Short of Expectations

The Wealth Line at the third position, Wealth Hai Water, represents the profits of this project. It is controlled in the Wei Month and is hidden under the line occupied by Teng She. Teng She signifies illusion, unpredictability, and entanglement. This indicates that although the project appears to have opportunities on the surface, the actual financial returns that can be realized (Wealth) are extremely limited, and disputes are highly likely to arise regarding the distribution of core interests.

When Void is Resolved on a Chen Day Will Be the Time the Negotiations Collapse

Timing Deduction

The timing lies in when the Void is filled or when the clash and control intensify. Currently, the Self Line moves and changes into Void (changing into Chen Earth), indicating that on the surface, a state of communication can still be maintained in the short term, dragging on without a final conclusion. However, because the Six Clash hexagram dictates rapid progression, this will not drag on for too long. When time progresses to a Chen Day (corresponding roughly to a Wu Chen or Geng Chen Day in late July 2026 in the Gregorian calendar), the Self Line will emerge from Void and be directly stimulated by the daily ruler. At the same time, the Yuan Shen (Support) will be severely controlled. By then, all superficial peace will be shattered, and it is highly probable that the negotiations will officially collapse due to irreconcilable core interests. If forced to drag on until a Zi Day, the Self Line will also meet a state of death and exhaustion, making a successful agreement impossible.

Action Recommendations

• Stop making unilateral concessions: The counterpart (the Other Line controlling the Self Line) holds an absolute advantage in the negotiations and is on guard. Do not continuously reveal your bottom line or sacrifice core profits just to facilitate the collaboration.
• Re-evaluate the project's ROI: The project's profitability (the Wealth Line is hidden and trapped) may be far lower than initially conceived. It is advisable to immediately recalculate the true return on investment; if it proves unprofitable, cut losses decisively.
• Prepare a Plan B: The Six Clash hexagram coupled with the Self Line changing into Void dictates extreme instability for the collaboration. It is recommended to immediately initiate contact with other alternative partners to avoid expending too much time cost on this single project.