Penang man hits RM11.88mil jackpot after feng shui advice
According to a Facebook post by Magnum 4D, the lucky winner placed his bet for Draw No. 185/25 on April 5 at a betting outlet in Sungai Puyu, Butterworth, Penang.
His ticket earned him a total prize of RM11,884,465.
The post further explained that the man had been encouraged by a friend to consult a feng shui master in hopes of improving his financial fortune.
The master offered a simple yet intriguing piece of advice: "Pay attention to your cousin-in-law's interesting number."
Taking the advice to heart, he placed his bet based on that number and ended up winning the RM11 million jackpot.
Following the life-changing win, the man took his wife on their dream vacation, settled all outstanding debts, and is now enjoying a life of comfort and financial freedom.
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