When he returned home, his wife Wanqiu hadn't taken care of other people's face, she almost threw herself into his arms. Seeing Wanqiu's worried and happy face, Mu Yaping felt warm. And Liu Xiangyun, who was standing next to him, was also secretly wiping her tears, and it was obvious that she was trying to control her feelings. Perhaps it was because of the eldest brother who helped a lot last time, and the usually domineering second sister-in-law Hou Jingru, also said sincerely: "Brother, we are all worried about being too far away this time."

At this time, Mrs. Mu said, "Okay, the eldest young master is back safely. Don't bother him anymore. Look at his haggard look, let him rest!" The care from his mother comes from the heart, and Mu Yaping feels the warmth of family affection. When he returns to the house, Mu Yaping slept until sunset, and he is called out at supper.

During dinner, Mu Tianyi was naturally happy to see his son Ping An comeback and said, "Yaping, how did he get this transaction?" Mu Yaping said, "Dad, if the antique industry is consistent, I can only make some money. To be honest, this time I got a batch of bronze and porcelain during my trip to the north, and the price was quite high, and I could earn at least 50,000 yuan of silver." The family members present suddenly showed a surprised expression.

Mu Tianyi responded: "This kind of risky transaction should be stopped in moderation. Money is not earned in one day, you have to grasp it." Mu Yaping said: "Dad, don't worry! I know what I know. I have done my way, and I will do it in the future. I will not run out in person if there is no big deal." After that, Mu Yaping took out 10,000 yuan silver notes and handed them to his mother and said: "Mom, this money is for your family."

The mother said happily: "Child, it's really hard for you. The burden of the family is on you. With your father's salary, this family is not enough! I will give each of your families pocket money tomorrow, and the maids and servants will also give you some money to make everyone happy." The maids and servants standing next to him showed joy on their faces.

After dinner, Mu Yaping and Wan Qiu returned to the house, and Mu Heping caught up from behind. Wan Qiu saw that the two brothers had something to do, so he greeted him and walked away tactfully. "What are you doing with me?" Mu Yaping asked. Mu Heping said a little nervously: "Brother, the business you do is a crime of beheading. I just want to persuade you to think twice." Mu Yaping said, "Brother, this is not a problem you should worry about. I heard Lu Chuanxiong say that you performed well, and I am very satisfied. Remember not to tell anyone about my business." Mu Heping promised: "Brother, don't worry! I will practice martial arts well under Master Lu."

Mu Yaping returned to the house and saw Liu Xiangyun and Wanqiu together at first sight. At this time, Liu Xiangyun looked at him with big bright eyes. When he met these beautiful and passionate eyes, Mu Yaping couldn't help but feel moved. He quickly looked away and cursed in his heart: Damn, how could you do this? She is now her sister-in-law and should not have any thoughts.

Liu Xiangyun said: "Brother, I follow Heping. He goes to Zhongyi Martial Arts Hall every day, you arranged it!" Mu Yaping smiled and said: "Don't worry, brother and sister! The master of Zhongyi Martial Arts Hall has a relationship with me. Arranged Heping to the Martial Arts Hall to calm down, cultivate his nature, and practice martial arts. After a while, I will teach him to do business and be a dignified person."

Xiangyun said: "Brother, I have no other meaning. Recently, Heping seemed to have changed someone else. I was very happy to see his changes. Brother, I came here to thank you." Mu Yaping said: "My brother and sister, we are a family, why bother to speak? Besides, as the eldest brother, I have compulsory education brothers." Liu Xiangyun smiled, and she became more and more charming under the dim light.

After Liu Xiangyun left, Wan Qiu said, "Cousin, He Ping is spoiled. Can you stand it if you let him practice martial arts? If my mother knows about this, I will definitely blame you." Mu Yaping said, "If I don't go to hell, who will go to hell? I'm idle all day and do nothing. If I don't care about him, I'll be useless. Don't worry, even if my mother knows, I won't blame me."

In another room, Mu Tianyi said: "Since lately, San'er has been home on time every day and is no longer drunk. It seems that he has finally thought it was easy." Mrs. Mu said: "Yes! I forced him to marry Xiangyun, but I did something a bit too extreme. Some time ago, he couldn't help but understand him. This time I didn't take it wrong. Xiangyun is a good wife, and I feel relieved if she takes care of Heping."

The next day, Mu Yaping came to Rongbaozhai. Tong Baosheng happily saw the eldest son and said, "Master, you are back, I'm always worried about that." Mu Yaping smiled and said, "I may go out often in the future. If you always worry so much, I can't stand it." Tong Baosheng smiled self-deprecatingly. Mu Yaping continued, "Master Tong, I have something to leave to you?"

"What's the matter?" Tong Baosheng asked. Mu Yaping said: "I want to set up a caravan and car dealer. You buy a piece of land outside the city gate and be responsible for recruiting personnel, and the faster the better. I have solved the problem of the big cart, so you can do it." Tong Baosheng said there was no problem. Then Mu Yaping took out 40,000 taels of silver notes and said that except for Ni Burong Baozhai's debt, the rest of the money was used to buy horses, land and hiring personnel.

Tong Baosheng took the silver note and looked at Mu Yaping with some disbelief. He was stunned for a moment. Seeing this, Mu Yaping said, "Master Tong, I have gained a lot of money in this transaction, so you can rest assured and boldly!" Tong Baosheng still looked at Mu Yaping in confusion, thinking about what kind of transactions made so much money in such a short period of time, but it was difficult for him to ask about it.

Mu Yaping seemed to remember something again: "Master Tong, please help me with your advice. I want to buy a big house in the city, and the bigger the better. I will store goods in the future. Do you know there is such a place?" Tong Baosheng lowered his head and thought for a while and said: "This matter is very difficult. At present, the large houses are occupied by princes and nobles, so it is impossible to sell. The small houses do not meet your requirements, but..."

Mu Yaping asked anxiously: "But what?" Tong Baosheng replied: "There is a large mansion that meets your requirements and the location is also good. But I'm afraid you won't buy it." Mu Yaping asked again: "You make it clear, since there is such a good place, why can't I buy it?" Tong Baosheng replied: "I'm talking about the Li Wang Mansion, known as one of the four haunted houses in the capital. It is currently taken over by the government and there is still no one living in it. You will not buy this house."

Mu Yaping pretended to realize it suddenly and said, "Yes! Why did I forget the haunted house? I am a person who has died once and I don't believe in evil. Let's go and have a look..." The next morning, Mu Yaping successfully bought the Li Palace with 200,000 yuan in silver from the government with Hou Degui's help. Mu Yaping thought he had picked up a huge advantage.

According to records, the strangeness of the Li Palace is that a three-meter whirlwind roars came from the flat ground, and strange things often happen in the house. Many mysterious phenomena occur, and they go through the mouths of people. The Li Palace is located at No. 9, Xihuangchenggen, Xicheng District, and has a history of more than 300 years. During the Ming Dynasty, the Li Palace was the residence of Zhou Kui, the relative of Emperor Chongzhen. Later, it was the second son of Nurhaci, the Emperor Taizu of the Qing Dynasty, and the residence of Daishan, one of the eight iron-hat kings in the early Qing Dynasty.

In the first year of Chongde {1636}, Dai Shan was granted the title of Prince Heshuo Li. In the 16th year of Shunzhi {1659}, Dai Shan's Sun Jieshu inherited the title of Prince Li and changed the title of Prince Kang. The Li Palace was newly built by Jieshu inherited the location of the queen, also known as the Kang Palace. In the 43rd year of Qianlong {1778}, the title of King Li was restored and renamed the Li Palace. In the 12th year of Jiaqing {1807}, the Li Palace was destroyed by fire and later rebuilt as it is.

The Li Palace covers an area of ​​about 30 hectares, and the main buildings of the royal palace are divided into two groups. The front part has the main gate {Palace Gate}, the main hall and the front and rear wings, the rear hall and its two-sided side hall. The back part forms a courtyard, with the inner gate {Palace Gate} in front, the back hall and its two-sided side hall, and finally the rear cover building. Among the many royal palaces built in the Qing Dynasty, the largest ones are the Li Palace and the Prince Yu Mansion. There is a saying that "The Li Palace and the King of Yu Mansion" circulating in old Beijing. This old saying is enough to show that there are many rooms in the Li Palace.

This is true. Mu Yaping traveled all over the Li Palace and deeply felt the wonderfulness of ancient Chinese buildings. At the same time, he was shocked by the fact that there were so many houses in the Li Palace. What impressed him was that the palace was covered with weeds, which did look gloomy and terrifying. As for why the Li Palace became a haunted house, it was mostly the result of people's rumors.

In order to test the strangeness of the Li Palace, Mu Yaping decided to experience it for himself. On the day of purchasing the Li Palace, Mu Yaping ordered people to clean a room in the rear courtyard and invited Lu Chuanxiong to stay in the Li Palace for one night. At the same time, someone sent a message to the family, saying that they would check the accounts at Rongbaozhai and not go back tonight, and asked their family members not to worry.

After sleeping until midnight, a wind broke out outside, and Mu Yaping was awakened. He pulled out the shell gun from under the pillow, then pushed Lu Chuanxiong and walked out. The wind was heard outside, and Mu Yaping realized that a heavy rain was coming. When he walked to an alley, a whirlwind suddenly blew on the flat ground. Mu Yaping shone with a flashlight, and soon he judged that the whirlwind was at the place where the building layout in the palace was.

The wind was getting lower, and then a strange sound came out. It seemed that a woman was sobbing in a low voice. Lu Chuanxiong said nervously: "Young Master Mu, the voice is indeed a bit terrifying." Mu Yaping walked towards the place where the sound was heard, but found nothing. Mu Yaping was happy. This was undoubtedly the cause of the buildings in the palace.

Then they came to the front yard, and there were movements coming out of the weeds from time to time. Not to mention that Mu Yaping was a little nervous during this Kung Fu, he was not afraid of ghosts and gods, but worried that someone would hide inside. Suddenly, a dark guy rushed out near by. Mu Yaping was shocked and raised his hand and shot twice. He heard a scream, and the black shadow rushed into the grass again.

Mu Yaping and Lu Chuanxiong went in to check it out. It turned out to be a big hedgehog, and they were still trembling slightly when they fell to the ground. Lu Chuanxiong said, "Damn it, it turned out to be this dog, which scared me." Mu Yaping said, "It seems that there have been no one living in the Li Palace for a long time and have become an animal paradise. No wonder there are so many strange things."

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