Siheyuan: Tathagata's Palm suppresses the entire courtyard!

"What conditions?" A hint of uneasiness flashed across Ran Qiuye's eyes.

"This time we must cooperate instead of competing with each other. I hope you understand that we can only succeed if we work together," Xu Mingjie said seriously.

Ran Qiuye nodded, "I promise you. Let's work together this time."

From that day on, Xu Mingjie and Ran Qiuye began their intense and busy work. Every day they discussed the design plan in the office, improved the details, and solved various problems. The cooperation between the two gradually became harmonious, and the past grudges were melted away in the exchanges.

One night, after working overtime, Xu Mingjie and Ran Qiuye walked out of the office together. In the night, the city lights were brilliant, as if in another world.

"Xu Mingjie," Ran Qiuye said suddenly, "Thank you for helping me. I really learned a lot during this period of time."

Xu Mingjie smiled and said, "You're welcome, Ran Qiuye. We are all doing this for the good of this project. I've also learned a lot."

Ran Qiuye looked at the lights in the distance with a complicated expression. "Perhaps, this cooperation can allow us to start over."

"Yes," Xu Mingjie nodded, "Let the past be the past, and now we need to look forward."

As the project progressed, the relationship between Xu Mingjie and Ran Qiuye became better and better. Not only did they work together happily, but they also became friends in private. Sometimes, Xu Mingjie would go out to eat with Ran Qiuye and chat about trivialities and interesting things in life.

One night, they were having dinner in a small restaurant. Ran Qiuye held a glass of wine and said with emotion: "You know, Xu Mingjie, this cooperation has given me hope in life again."

Xu Mingjie raised his glass with a smile, "Then let's toast to a new beginning."

"Cheers!" The two clinked their glasses and took a sip of wine.

Xu Mingjie put down his glass and looked at Ran Qiuye. "To be honest, I always thought that the conflict between us could not be resolved. I didn't expect that this cooperation would make us friends."

Ran Qiuye nodded, "Yeah, I didn't expect that. Those misunderstandings and conflicts in the past seem like trivial matters now. We have all matured a lot."

Just when they were chatting happily, Xu Mingjie's cell phone rang. He picked up the phone and saw that it was Lin Yuwei calling.

"Sorry, I need to take a call." Xu Mingjie stood up and walked aside and answered the phone.

"Mingjie, are you still busy?" Lin Yuwei's voice sounded a little tired.

"Yes, having dinner with Ran Qiuye. Are you doing okay over there?" Xu Mingjie asked in a low voice.

"I just got home and I'm a little tired. Don't come back too late and go to bed early." Lin Yuwei gently advised.

"Okay, I will. You should also go to bed early. Love you." Xu Mingjie said gently.

After hanging up the phone, Xu Mingjie returned to the table. Ran Qiuye looked up at him and asked, "Is everything okay at home?"

"Fortunately, Lin Yuwei asked me to go back early." Xu Mingjie smiled, "We are almost done eating, I will take you home."

"Okay, on the way." Ran Qiuye nodded.

After they paid the bill, they walked out of the restaurant. The night breeze made people feel a little cool. Xu Mingjie drove Ran Qiuye home, and they continued to talk about the progress of the project and future plans on the way.

"If our project is successful, the quality of life of residents in the old city will be greatly improved," said Ran Qiuye with emotion.

"Yes, this has always been my dream, to use my designs to change people's lives," said Xu Mingjie.

After sending Ran Qiuye home, Xu Mingjie drove back to his apartment. Lin Yuwei had fallen asleep, and he walked into the bedroom quietly. Seeing her peaceful sleeping face, he felt warm in his heart.

The next morning, Xu Mingjie and Ran Qiuye continued their work. The project had entered a critical stage, and they discussed plans and revised design drawings every day, sometimes even working all night.

The door opened, and a middle-aged man appeared in front of them. "Ran Qiuye, why are you here?" The man's tone was a little surprised and vigilant.

Ran Qiuye smiled slightly, "Dongxu, we need to talk." He stepped aside to let Xu Mingjie in, "This is Xu Mingjie, the chief architect of our company."

Jia Dongxu's eyes flashed with panic, but he immediately regained his composure. "Oh, Mr. Xu, welcome. Please come in and sit down."

Xu Mingjie sensed Jia Dongxu's subtle changes, but didn't say anything. They walked into the living room, Jia Dongxu poured tea for them, and after the three of them sat down, Ran Qiuye got straight to the point.

"Dongxu, our project is progressing smoothly, but we have encountered some problems with some key materials and technical support." Ran Qiuye said straight to the point.

Jia Dongxu showed a trace of uneasiness on his face, but he quickly concealed it. "Really? What's the problem?"

Xu Mingjie took over the conversation and explained in detail the technical difficulties and material shortages encountered in the project. "We heard that you have in-depth research and abundant resources in these areas, and hope to get your help."

"Yes, we need to check these things carefully." Xu Mingjie nodded in agreement.

After several hours of hard work in the cabin, they finally sorted out some important clues, which revealed some unknown secrets in the history of their hometown and mentioned the names of some important people.

"We have never heard of these names before. Maybe they are the key." Ran Qiuye said, pointing to the names in the document.

"Yes, we need to find the descendants of these people and see if they know more." Xu Mingjie thought.

In the next few days, Xu Mingjie and Ran Qiuye began to look for the descendants of those important people. They visited many places, asked many people, and finally found the grandson of one of them.

The old man was about 60 years old and lived in a farmhouse outside the town. When he heard about their purpose, he invited them into the house.

"Are you here to investigate the history of our family?" the old man asked with a hint of doubt in his eyes.

"Yes, we found some information about your grandfather and would like to know more." Xu Mingjie replied politely.

The old man sighed, "My grandfather's affairs are complicated, and he has been protecting some secrets all his life."

"Do you know what those secrets are?" Ran Qiuye asked.

The old man nodded. "I know some, but not all. I only know that my grandfather once mentioned an important place. That is the secret of our family."

"Where is that place?" Xu Mingjie asked anxiously.

The old man was silent for a moment, then he said, "That place is on the other side of the mountain, in a very hidden valley. I can take you there."

The next morning, the old man brought Xu Mingjie and Ran Qiuye to the valley. There was indeed a hidden entrance deep in the valley.