Siheyuan: Tathagata's Palm suppresses the entire courtyard!

Xu Mingjie stood up, walked to the window, and looked out of the yard. He saw several strangers in black clothes negotiating with the security guard at the gate, looking nervous and anxious.

"It seems that some people are looking for something, and they look a little nervous." Xu Mingjie frowned, feeling a little confused about this sudden situation.

Xiaofang moved closer to Xu Mingjie and looked out the window, her eyes showing a hint of vigilance, because the arrival of these strangers could pose a potential threat to the safety and tranquility of the courtyard.

"Grandpa, should we..." Xiaofang was about to speak when the situation outside the courtyard suddenly changed. The strangers seemed to have negotiated with the security guard to no avail and began to walk quickly towards the courtyard.

"Hurry, Grandpa, let's notify the security guards to step up vigilance. I think these people are not simple." Xiaofang quickly turned around and ran to the telephone at the door of the study, ready to call the security department.

Xu Mingjie pondered for a moment, then made a quick decision. He picked up the phone, contacted the security team at home, and informed them of the situation outside. At the same time, he quickly adjusted the security measures in the courtyard to ensure the safety of the courtyard and the safety of his family.

After dinner, the courtyard seemed particularly quiet. The afternoon sun shone obliquely on the blue bricks and black tiles. In a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere, Xu Mingjie sat at the stone table in the courtyard, drinking the fragrant Longjing tea. Beside him, Lou Xiao'e quietly accompanied him. She was a gentle and considerate soul in the family. To Xu Mingjie, she was not only his wife, but also his spiritual pillar and support.

"Mingjie, look at how beautiful the peonies here are." Lou Xiao'e said softly, her eyes looking tenderly at the peonies blooming in the yard. Those delicate and gorgeous flowers swayed gently in the breeze, exuding a faint fragrance.

Xu Mingjie looked up and followed Lou Xiaoe's gaze. He saw clusters of peonies blooming in the flowerbed in the middle of the yard. The red, white and pink petals sparkled in the sun. These peonies are a unique landscape in the family courtyard. They bloom grandly and beautifully every spring, like a symbol of the family's prosperity.

"Yes, the peonies are blooming particularly well this year. I remember when I was a child, whenever the spring breeze blew, the peonies in the yard would bloom like a sunset cloud. At that time, my father would bring me here and tell me about the legend and significance of peonies." There was a hint of nostalgia and emotion in Xu Mingjie's voice.

Lou Xiao'e patted his hands gently and said softly, "Yes, these flowers are not only beautiful scenery, but also part of our family culture. They bring us hope and joy every spring, just like the hope of the family, which never fades."

The two sat there quietly, enjoying the tranquility of the spring afternoon. The yard was filled with the sound of birds and the fragrance of flowers. The breeze blew by, bringing a sense of freshness and tranquility, as if time had stopped at this moment.

Suddenly, a voice of an uninvited guest came from outside the yard, breaking the peace of the two. Xu Mingjie and Lou Xiaoe exchanged glances, then stood up and walked to the gate of the yard to see who was visiting.

Outside the courtyard gate, several strangers in black were standing there, looking solemnly into the courtyard. They did not look like ordinary visitors, and their eyes revealed a sense of alertness and uneasiness.

"Excuse me, who are you..." Xu Mingjie walked to the gate of the courtyard and asked politely.

The leading man in black smiled slightly and said in a cold tone: "We are here to find someone, maybe you can help us."

Xu Mingjie frowned slightly. He didn't like this sudden interruption, especially in the family's private space. He felt a little uneasy, but still remained calm and polite.

"Who are you looking for? Maybe I can tell you everything I know." There was a hint of warning in Xu Mingjie's voice. He did not intend to give up his bottom line and principles easily.

The man in black looked at his companions, then at Xu Mingjie, with a hint of hesitation and doubt in his eyes. In the end, they decided to tell Xu Mingjie the truth. At least on the surface, they were not here to cause trouble or visit with malicious intent.

"We are indeed looking for someone, he is..." Just as the man in black was about to speak, a brisk ringtone suddenly rang. The phone in the yard rang, interrupting his words.

Xu Mingjie glanced at the men in black, motioned them to wait a moment, and then walked quickly to the study to answer the phone. Lou Xiao'e stood there, staring at these strangers, her heart full of doubts and uneasiness.

"Hello, who is this?" Xu Mingjie answered the phone with a hint of anxiety in his voice. He knew that no one would call him for no reason.

On a spring afternoon, Xu Mingjie and Lou Xiaoe walked on the path home, their footsteps making soft sounds on the soft fallen leaves. Although the surrounding scenery was peaceful and beautiful, Xu Mingjie's face was filled with a hint of melancholy and contemplation.

"Mingjie, what's wrong with you? Are you in a bad mood?" Lou Xiao'e asked softly. She was keenly aware of her husband's abnormality.

Xu Mingjie stopped, took a long breath, and looked up at the blue sky and white clouds. He was silent for a moment, and finally said: "Xiao'e, some things in the family have made me a little worried recently. I always feel that the environment we are in now is not so safe, and some unknown dangers may be quietly approaching us."

Lou Xiao'e stared at her husband and felt a little uneasy. She knew Xu Mingjie was a thoughtful person, and if he was worried, there must be a deep reason.

"What happened? You can tell me, maybe we can find a solution together." Lou Xiao'e's voice was full of concern and support. She was willing to stay by Xu Mingjie's side and face all difficulties and challenges with him.

Xu Mingjie shook his head slightly and said solemnly: "These things involve some family secrets, I can't tell you for the time being. But I will deal with it as soon as possible and protect our family and family."

The two continued to walk in silence on the path home, the sun shining through the leaves on them, casting mottled light and shadows. However, Xu Mingjie's heart was unsettled, he was thinking about how to deal with the challenges in front of him, how to protect the family from interference and threats from the outside world.

Suddenly, a group of children appeared in front of them, walking towards them arm in arm, laughing and playing. These children were neighbors in the courtyard. They played on this path every day, forming an indispensable landscape in the family life.