Siheyuan: Tathagata's Palm suppresses the entire courtyard!

Xu Mingjie let him into the living room, sighed, and said in a low voice: "It's really a big deal. Lao Wang is here too. We have been investigating some strange things in the courtyard. The situation has become more and more complicated recently. I think it may be much more serious than we thought."

Xu Damao sat down, glanced at Lao Wang, and then turned his gaze back to Xu Mingjie: "What is it? Tell me slowly, I'm listening."

Xu Mingjie sorted out his thoughts and told Xu Damao in detail about a series of strange things that had happened recently, including the dream that night, the discovery in the basement, and the strange noises. As Xu Damao listened, he frowned, and the expression on his face gradually changed from initial surprise to solemnity.

"So, there might be something hidden in this basement that we don't know about?" Xu Damao asked in a deep voice, obviously aware of the seriousness of the problem.

"Yes, I think these strange things have a lot to do with the basement." Xu Mingjie nodded, "But the problem is that we don't know the real source of these strange things, nor do we know what will happen next. I'm worried that things will continue to get worse."

Xu Damao fell into deep thought. After a moment, he looked up and said, "Mingjie, Lao Wang, it sounds like this is indeed not a simple matter. I think we should be more cautious. After all, this may involve some kind of supernatural power. What are you going to do next?"

Lao Wang pondered for a moment and said slowly: "I think we have touched upon some key points now. We may need more professional help next. Or, we need to find the true meaning behind those murals and symbols, and perhaps we can solve this mystery."

Xu Damao nodded, then looked at Xu Mingjie: "I think Lao Wang is right, but before that, we have to be fully prepared. You know, although I don't really believe in these mysterious things, but since things have developed to this point, we can't take it lightly."

Xu Mingjie looked at Xu Damao gratefully: "Thank you, Damao. I was worried that you wouldn't believe these things, but now that you are willing to help, I feel much more relieved."

Xu Damao waved his hand, his tone becoming more relaxed: "We have been brothers for so many years, your business is my business. I believe in science, but I cannot rule out the possibility of something happening. Let's take a break first, and then go check out the basement after the rain stops."

Xu Mingjie nodded, and his inner tension eased a little, but he still couldn't relax completely. He knew that after the rain stopped, they would face the basement full of unknowns again, and this time, it might be the key moment to uncover the truth.

The sound of rain was still dripping, and the three people sat in the living room, exchanging their views and guesses. Xu Mingjie felt a long-lost sense of security, as if on this rainy night, with the addition of Xu Damao, the atmosphere of the entire courtyard was no longer so gloomy and scary.

Xu Mingjie, Lao Wang and Xu Damao sat in the living room. The sound of rain gradually subsided and the night became darker. The oppressive feeling in the atmosphere did not dissipate with the cessation of rain, but became heavier. Xu Mingjie's heart was still tense, as if something unexpected could happen at any time.

Just as they were lost in thought, footsteps suddenly sounded outside the courtyard. Xu Mingjie frowned and turned to look at the door. As the footsteps got closer, the courtyard door was gently pushed open, and a familiar figure appeared at the door - it was Yi Zhonghai. Xu Mingjie's heart tightened. He didn't particularly like Yi Zhonghai. He always felt that this person was too shrewd, as if he was always calculating something.

Yi Zhonghai stood at the door, glanced at the people in the room, and smiled: "Mingjie, Lao Wang, why are you all here too? Tonight is going to be a lively night."

"Uncle Yi, why are you here?" Xu Mingjie pretended to be calm, but he was a little nervous. He didn't know why Yi Zhonghai showed up at this time, especially after they had just discussed these sensitive topics.

"I just came back from outside and saw the lights on in the yard, so I came over to take a look." Yi Zhonghai said as he walked in, his eyes scanning between the three people, obviously noticing the unusual atmosphere in the room, "What are you talking about? You all look nervous."

Xu Damao never liked Yi Zhonghai's shrewd attitude, and at this moment he was too lazy to hide it, and said calmly: "We were just talking about some family matters, nothing special."

Yi Zhonghai was not willing to give in, and sat down with a smile: "What family matters can make you so serious? Mingjie, this is not like you. You are not usually such a nervous person."

Xu Mingjie's heart sank. He knew Yi Zhonghai was a man who was good at observing people's words and expressions, and it was easy for him to see through his little thoughts. So he tried to make himself look more relaxed and said with a smile: "Nothing, there is just something strange in the old house, and I am discussing it with Lao Wang and Damao."

"Something strange?" Yi Zhonghai raised his eyebrows, a hint of curiosity flashed in his eyes, "What is it? Tell me, maybe I can help."

Old Wang then said, "Uncle Yi, this is not a big deal. It's just some common minor problems in old houses. Don't worry."

Yi Zhonghai obviously didn't believe it, and his eyes looked back and forth between the three people, finally stopping at Xu Mingjie. He smiled slightly, with a hint of provocation in his tone: "Mingjie, let me tell you, it's normal for an old house to have some strange things sometimes. But there are some things that you can't just listen to them, you have to think more about it yourself."

Xu Mingjie's heart tightened. Yi Zhonghai's words made him feel vaguely uneasy, as if the other party was trying to shake his trust in Lao Wang and Xu Damao. He smiled calmly and asked, "Uncle Yi, do you think we are too nervous? How do you think this matter should be handled?"

Yi Zhonghai narrowed his eyes slightly, revealing a shrewd look in his eyes: "For this kind of thing, it depends on the situation. Mingjie, I know you are a smart person. Some things need to be considered from multiple perspectives. You should listen to your trusted friends, but you can't just listen to one person."

Xu Damao understood what Yi Zhonghai meant and couldn't help but frown and said, "Uncle Yi, what do you mean by that? We have been discussing this all night. Do you think there is something wrong with us?"

Yi Zhonghai smiled and waved his hand: "I didn't say there was anything wrong with you. I just reminded Mingjie that some things can't be judged by feelings alone. If you really think there is something wrong with this house, you might as well find someone more professional to take a look."

Lao Wang's expression turned a little cold: "Uncle Yi, what you said is not nonsense. We have all experienced these things personally. If you have a better way, you might as well speak up."