Chapter 1: The Inheritance from the Sky

"That was left to him by Master Ma." The woman said again, "Stop messing around, hurry up and go, be careful he might take you!"

I let out a sigh of relief and smiled wickedly

San Niang indeed fell silent, silently looking up at me. After a moment, she pressed against my body, beginning to heat up from excessive fear. Then, in an effort to cool down, she started to remove her own clothes as well as mine.

That evening, various utility poles in the city were plastered with small advertisements—an upscale villa is available for rent, featuring an elegant environment and convenient transportation, furnished with high-end antique furniture. Interested parties please contact Mr. Ma at 1311285XXXX

Old Wang sat down without saying a word, pouring himself cup after cup of yellow soup, occasionally stealing glances at me, looking as if he had something to say but couldn't express it, sighing with a furrowed brow.

The next morning, I called up Qiangzi and his men to start the renovation

Old Wang turned around and immediately let out a terrible scream, frightened to the point of collapsing to the ground

I said it's nothing, it's nothing

The sound approached from afar, and in the end, the laughter was right beside my ear, as if those children had already run up to me.

What a considerate young lady she is

Looking at that foot, I finally remembered when I had heard that voice before

I disregarded my disgust, reached out and grabbed the hair of that head, then turned to the female ghost and said: "Here you go!"

The ability to succeed in the particle business is largely attributed to having keen insight

The beautiful woman smiled charmingly and extended her hand: "My surname is Hu, I am the third in my family, Mr. Ma, you can call me San Niang."

Old Wang grabbed my arm and said, "It's on me! Buy a few more cold dishes! Just tell me what you want to eat!" I found the dead children on him disgusting and kept my distance from him. Now that I got closer, I noticed his pale complexion, with two large dark circles under his eyes, and his eyeballs were filled with red veins, as if he hadn't slept for several days.

I was just about to praise Old Wang for his swift, precise, and fierce kick when I heard him shout for help, and then his body suddenly lurched towards the female ghost.

This time I understand clearly, it turns out these two people know each other, and that woman is not coming at me

I do not know whether it was my excessive charging or the force of my bowing, but after three bows, I felt dizzy, blood surged in waves, and my vision went dark, rendering me unable to see anything.

Qiangzi lit a firecracker and threw it on the ground, while a group of renovation workers clapped their hands in excitement nearby. San Niang, dressed in a red qipao, stood at the door, her large wavy hair cascading alluringly by her side, accentuating her perfect figure even more.

As soon as night falls, my heart trembles, and I lock the door before going to bed

He has indeed invested a significant amount of resources

The kind driver brother informed me that the last bus is at 10:00. I looked at my watch; it was just past 9:00, with more than 40 minutes left, so I had enough time.

As the monster's mouth split open, it revealed two sharp tiger teeth and said to me: "You can't even tell that I am a Pixiu!"

The Pixiu said: "If it were not for his deceased wife protecting him, he would not have survived to this day"

Qiangzi was assigning tasks to his subordinates. I thought that the storage room could be converted into a room, and the items piled inside might be sold for a small profit, so I went to open the door to the storage room

This is the best scenario for nurturing pure love, as portrayed in films.

That gaze was filled with resentment, as if it were about to leap out and bite me at any moment

At that moment, I waved to her and thought to myself, oh no, who is this woman suddenly appearing? She comes straight to look for the landlord; could it be a property dispute? I began to suspect that the lawyer from last time might be a fraud, just like that taxi driver who cheated me out of my fare.

The woman looked at Old Wang and coldly said, "It is you who has turned me into this."

This room is quite large, filled with the scent of incense typical of a temple. In the corner, several large boxes are piled up, and in the center stands a deity platform. In front of it are a few small incense burners, and at the back sits a bronze statue of a bearded Taoist priest. The priest holds a long sword in his hand, his eyes wide open. When illuminated suddenly by the blue light of my phone, he exudes an imposing presence without showing any anger, startling me into a shiver

The little boy was looking up at me with his neck and body almost at a ninety-degree angle, stubbornly insisting on closing the door

With a piercing scream, warm and soft jade was embraced in full.

According to the man in the suit, our Ma family and the Wang family at the street corner, who run "Ma Ji Beef Noodles," are different and quite skilled. As the saying goes, "Southern hair and Northern horses," the Ma family has had a person with spiritual abilities in every generation. The previous generation was the great-grandson of my grandfather's second uncle, an old man with considerable spiritual power, able to see immortals above and encounter ghosts below. Three months ago, when he went to the underworld to play mahjong with the Ox-Head and Horse-Face, he won too much. The Ox-Head and Horse-Face could not pay him, so they informed him of a little secret: his lifespan was nearing its end, and he would die in a month.

Old Wang has been keeping this secret and dares not speak of it. He does not believe in ghosts or deities, thinking that he is simply being overly sensitive. However, the sound of footsteps grows clearer day by day, and the head in the refrigerator has been there for an increasingly longer time

As that sound continued, the dark liquid on the ground increased in quantity

The beautiful woman smiled charmingly and said, "I want to rent a house"

That one over there, and the boxes here, yes, yes, that one, move them all together... Be careful with that monitor, don't bump it, that's my most valuable possession!

The little woman who had just nestled in my arms and acted coyly changed her expression in just a few seconds, leaving me utterly astonished and dumbfounded

Indeed, did you not see the small advertisements on the utility pole in front of the door? Many of them were designed by me

A woman is standing at the door, wearing sunglasses, with a head of curly wavy hair, peering in from outside and asking, "Is the homeowner there?"

I am in tears, feeling that I have no regrets in this life even if I were to die now

As a businessman, one must possess the awareness to seek profit relentlessly

I shivered and looked up at the top of my head

I said: "It's nothing, nothing..."

Having lived here for several years, I can't help but feel a sense of nostalgia as I now see this place becoming desolate

Clearly, there is nothing at all, yet one simply cannot take a step forward

As soon as he finished speaking, I was taken aback, I could see things again, and when I stood up, I felt a clarity in my senses and an unprecedented spirit

My mind is operating at a slow pace, analyzing the situation before me

The villagers standing outside the one-hundred-meter perimeter expressed a chorus of admiration.

I shivered, wondering if I had discovered something again. I quickly took out the jade pendant hidden in my clothes and hung it outside, then leisurely made my way to the staircase.

With an intelligence comparable to that of George W. Bush, I immediately identified that person within 10 seconds

I feel quite proud, striding forward with my head held high, smiling at San Niang: "You arrived so early."

He can see the heads of people, yet he cannot see the body of that woman

The afterglow of the setting sun filters through my silhouette into the room, where I see dust scattered everywhere and cobwebs on the ancient chandelier

San Niang pressed closely against me, her voice soft and delicate as she said, "I am so scared, my heart is ablaze with fear, what should I do?"

I am feeling very depressed. There is a saying that goes, "I did not kill Bo Ren, yet Bo Ren died because of me." However, by helping someone post a small advertisement for free, I ended up causing a loss of life.

The moment I entered the room, a cool breeze rushed down from above my head, an unusual chill that sent shivers down my spine, causing the hairs on my body to stand on end

I reflexively grabbed that head and threw it out; just as it was about to hit the wall, it vanished with a whoosh

Such skin tone should be extremely alluring

I listened intently to what he was saying, but who would have known that he sighed again and said, "No, if I tell you, you will definitely think I am crazy."

A few young women just got off the vehicle and are walking towards the village. Upon seeing someone, I immediately felt reassured.

"It is locked." This person is indeed getting older, even unable to trust something they have just done.

As soon as I looked towards the door, I was taken aback

After walking for a while, I suddenly heard the sound of running behind me, as if several children were chasing and playing, accompanied by their giggles and laughter

In my view, this person has no significant merits other than being frugal

My body stiffened, and the action of pulling the window paused momentarily

However, it took nearly an hour to walk just a short distance

Qiangzi led me to the second floor, saying to take a look around. He pushed open the door to a small bedroom, where a worker was currently painting the walls, and the old curtains had been pulled down.

It is precisely because of their snobbishness that I have been unable to keep pace with the progress of society, continuously hindering the development of China's population.

I didn't want to take too many, as it would make it seem like I had never been exposed to the world. So I only took three, and to avoid crushing them in my pocket, I clipped one on each ear and held one in my mouth. Using Old Wang's lighter, I lit it and took a puff, then leisurely said: "Not bad"

The Pixiu said: "This house is situated in a place of extreme yin, making it an excellent location for妖物 to cultivate. It will continuously attract vengeful spirits and ghosts. If a mortal stays here for too long, they will either die or be harmed. I will do my utmost to protect you"

The phrase "do your utmost" is very nuanced, much like what a doctor might say to the family of a patient who has just played "hide and seek"; they have done their best, and whether the patient lives or dies now depends on luck

No wonder I found it strange earlier; with such slender calves, according to the body proportions, that woman's head should be above the bed sheet.

Whenever I ride my Olma brand electric bike, accompanied by those shy young ladies whom I have met only a few times, towards my 30 square meter multifunctional studio apartment in a high-end residential area with a monthly rent of 150, their expressions shift from anticipation to astonishment, and in the end, they even slap me.

I slowly extended my hand to adjust the angle of the round mirror

Old Wang glanced at the lock, then at me, and finally patted my shoulder with reassurance: "Let's go in and have a drink."

The Pixiu shouted: "Daoist, quickly perform the hand gestures and recite the incantation!"

Adhering to the principle that mentally ill patients are not held criminally liable for murder and that one should not provoke easily, I picked at my ear and asked in as gentle a tone as possible: "What did you say? Hehehe, South Mao North Ma? Hehehe."

My legs felt a bit weak, and I shouted, "Oh my!" Turning around, I charged forward. After running a few steps, suddenly everything brightened, as if someone had turned on the lights in a dark room, and I could see everything clearly.

If you were to bring a cat or a dog when visiting someone else's home for drinks, it is likely that no one would mind. However, if you were to bring this thing, once it gets out, I would no longer be able to show my face. Moreover, this item is generally not visible to the average person, and if you were to mention it, others would think you are abnormal

This house is too eerie; I cannot ascertain that the figure standing at the door is indeed San Niang. It could very well be a ghost or some other entity disguised to deceive me

The woman rolled her eyes and smiled at me, saying with great effort and a long tongue: "Thank you, it feels very comfortable"

San Niang raised her head to look at me, her gaze unusually hazy and complex

Although it is broad daylight, the room is pitch dark, likely because the windows are blocked by furniture, allowing not a single ray of light to penetrate.

In the lower left corner of the marriage advertisement section of the Urban Morning Post, there is a description of me—Mali Shu, male, 26 years old, 178 cm tall, a cultural worker, a young entrepreneur, owner of an advertising company, young and accomplished, handsome, with a car and a house, and unmarried

The female ghost let out a piercing wail

The female ghost ran to the door, where she was embraced by a dead child

Yes, but it just doesn't have a license

The cement floor also bears dark marks in patches, appearing quite dirty

You called me here, yet you are being so evasive and not speaking clearly. As I was about to lose my temper, Old Wang said: "There is still some pig stomach in the fridge, why don't you bring it over and we can eat it together"

The jade pendant made no sound, and Old Wang looked up at me: "What did you say?"

The female ghost became angry and scolded, "Once you elbow, you must defecate!"

The red high heels are stepping on the floor

Perhaps this is what it means

However, our intelligence is on par with that of the President of the United States; no matter what, we understand the principle that trees may be moved but people must live. After listening to the explanation of the Pi Xiu, I jumped up to pack my things and prepare to escape

Will? I accidentally slipped and almost scratched my ear raw

The door suddenly swung open, and I stumbled into the room. Looking around, I found myself in the storage room I had just seen, and there was no longer any dirt or mess.

I crouched down, looking for the quickest spot to roll under the bed and hide myself, then lay on the ground, peering out through the crack of the door

The suited man handed me a stack of yellowed papers and a set of keys: "This house will belong to you from now on"

As soon as it was hung up, I heard someone huffing in annoyance.

After much contemplation, I finally came up with a good solution—renting out the house

Thus, I resolutely turned my head.

Although it is the season for the growth of grass and trees, a few bare poplar trees in front of the small second floor shed some yellowed leaves in the wind

With each step taken by those feet, a small puddle of blood follows behind.

It was already midday when I returned home. As soon as I stepped through the door, I suddenly heard the sound of small high heels. Recalling last night, I felt a surge of fear and abruptly turned around, only to find San Niang dressed in light clothing behind me

Turning my head, my shoulders felt empty, yet in the mirror, there were two genuine feet standing on my shoulders

What does this woman want

"Are you the homeowner?" the woman asked me, tilting her head back and removing her sunglasses

Upon arrival at the back, it was discovered that the head was missing

The villager looked at me with sincere eyes, and finally, with a determined bite of the teeth and a stamp of the foot, expressed with a pained expression as if he was sacrificing something: "How about I give you a 20% discount, 58 for 45, 38 for 26, let's just say it's 30.50!"

Chanting a spell? My head suddenly felt hot, and I could only sense a surge of energy rising from my dantian, reaching my internal organs. In an instant, my heart raced, and I shouted: "Mami Mami Hong! Old Wang, get your feet away!" Then, I grabbed a nearby chair and threw it at the female ghost!

Since you are my master, I can only obey your commands. Do not regret today when you let it go! The monster said, "Fox demon, I spare your life today, so hurry up and get lost!"

The sound of footsteps stopped at the door, and there was no more noise; only a dark liquid continued to flow in.

Old Wang said: "In a moment, you will exit through that door. I will not be opening tonight... Make sure you see clearly, have I locked the door properly?"

Is there a ghost

It seems that my expression was strange, and Old Wang asked, "What's wrong?"

I was furious and shouted: "What are you standing there for? Are you stupid or what, just waiting to die?! Kick her! Damn it!"

As I watched Qiangzi leave, San Niang and I walked into the house. Suddenly, someone among the crowd of villagers shouted loudly, "Miss, don't stay there, that house is haunted!"

The man opened his mouth and said to me: "No, don't do that, I can't breathe"

I dashed out the door and scrambled towards the room on the left

The contract clearly states in black and white that the lease cannot be terminated without reason. San Niang smiled charmingly, "That night, I was so frightened by that Pixiu that I lost my composure. Now that I think about it, divine beasts follow their masters; given your appearance, it seems he won't have much power left. This place is conducive to cultivation, and I have decided to stay here."

In our peaceful city, the largest gang resides next door to me, reportedly dominated by Er Gouzi, who has taken control of the entire street

Old Wang turned around and locked the door to the operating room, then asked me, "Look, is it locked?"

The seating arrangement between the two of us is quite unscientific. Generally speaking, when two people drink, they should sit on either side of the door, one on the left and the other on the right. However, my seat is facing the door, while he is sitting opposite me, with his back to the door. This arrangement feels very odd, especially now that it is dark outside, and the courtyard is shrouded in darkness, making it appear very awkward.

I quietly retreated and climbed back into bed

I am an adult, yet my strength is no match for this little rascal

I did not expect her to still be here, and I asked in surprise: "Aren't you already gone?"

So you see, there isn't a decent man in a suit!

From a distance, I can see my small two-story building. Due to financial considerations, I only renovated the interior and left the exterior untouched, so it still retains that original, authentic sense of profound impact.

The blood flowed to the ground, seeping in through the crack of the door

Qiangzi knew nothing at all. He walked around the room, waved his hand through the dust in the air, lifted the cloth covering the furniture, and said to me: "Move the furniture out; we can rent another room."

Ah, I apologize, the light is too dim, let me turn on the light. Old Wang ran to turn on the light while holding a cloth in one hand

As a treasure trove of resources, I, Mali Shushu, have been attracting investment for many years. Finally, today I have encountered investors who are eager to invest. How could I possibly refuse this opportunity

What happened? Old Wang was still looking at me obliviously, his expression tinged with a hint of anxiety

Half of my body felt numb, and I cast a glance at the two adjacent doors in the second floor, my emotions stirred intensely

I nodded repeatedly with my fist clenched: "Of course! Of course!"

Then there was the upstairs ... . ... When my first foot stepped onto the wooden stairs, a gust of cold wind met me, and the chill that had just entered the door surged back again

Let's call it a day and head home first

"Old Wang." I glanced at him and chuckled as I strode towards the car, "Come on, let's go see my new house together. I'll treat you tonight."

On the beam, there hangs a woman in white clothing, her neck suspended by a rope, her head drooping as she looks down at me, her long hair obscuring the sides of her face, and her tongue protruding more than half a foot.

The house is quite far from my upscale bungalow residential area. It was only when I was about to rent it that I realized the sinister intention of the man in the suit who insisted on sitting in the back seat—those sitting in the front passenger seat have to pay for the ride

In the mirror, on my shoulders, there is one on each side, standing on two feet

San Niang exclaimed: "I knew someone was protecting him, but I never expected that the one protecting him would be a divine beast of the level of Pixiu. Consider it my miscalculation"

You know, I am a cultural worker

Hey! A fellow villager called me from behind, "That house is haunted!"

The dead child on Old Wang's body wriggled as if a storm was brewing.

"You are being unreasonable! I have never seen anyone use a chair as a weapon!" The female ghost covered her face and screamed as she ran out the door

In a corner on the second floor, a white shadow flashed by.

I walked over to open the refrigerator door, on the first shelf there was a human head, on the second shelf there were leftover scrambled eggs with green peppers, and on the third shelf there was a bag of beef tripe

I was overjoyed by that compliment of yours, saying that I am truly wonderful

When the ambulance arrived, Old Wang was already dead, with no external injuries. According to the doctor, it was a sudden heart attack.

The fellow villager spoke quite sincerely: "There are usually no cars on this road at night. If you call a car from the city for a round trip, it will cost you 50. Otherwise, you can stay at my house for one night, and I will charge you 35."

What is going on

Unable to suppress my surging emotions, I forcefully slapped the door.

The Pixiu said: "From now on, my strength will be proportional to your magical power; if you are strong, I will be strong, and if you are weak, I will be weak"

That was a pair of very beautiful and well-proportioned calves, with skin that radiated a crystalline whiteness, as if they could emit light in the darkness of the night

Upon hearing this, I actually feel a bit of sympathy for it. Its father must have committed some grave sin to be cursed with a son who lacks that certain quality.

Old Wang sat on the ground, trembling as he crawled backward: "How can this be my fault! You have been pregnant for four months, I told you there were risks, and you insisted on terminating it."

I hurriedly pushed San Niang into the room and closed the door

This light bulb is too old and needs to be replaced, and over there, the wall also needs to be painted

Did you not say that you were starting a company

The Pixiu exclaimed: "Daoist!"

Old Wang looked at me, his face pale: "Did you hear anything just now?"

In front of the red carpet, there lay a red cloth package. Upon opening it, there was a jade pendant tied with a red string, shaped like a lion, baring its teeth and looking quite fierce

That's right, it's the one!

From now on, I will no longer post advertisements for black clinics

I did not have time to check his injuries, so I picked up another chair and pressed the attack, chasing that female ghost around the room.

"There is no need to move away from here," said Pixiu, "because you are no longer an ordinary person now"

In the blink of an eye, I found myself gasping for breath, my vision blurred. As I struggled and lowered my head, I unexpectedly saw a disheveled child standing by the door, dressed in a white garment, their body appearing semi-transparent. One hand was resting on the door frame while the other was pulling the door, their expressionless face raised to look at me.

The light was turned on, and the room instantly brightened.

I quickened my pace

Therefore, in this context, as a young person with ideals and aspirations growing up in the new century, I have always harbored a great dream, which is to hope to be struck by gold when I go out

I pushed open the door to the room on the left, took a few large strides, and with a great leap, knelt down on the red mat, bowing three times before the altar: "Daoist, please save me!"

I have mentioned before that I am the one who posts the small advertisements for Old Wang's clinic along my way, and he never pays me for it

By the time I go to look again, that shadow has already disappeared

dazzling, dazzling

Why is it not revealed? Because she has no head

The sound of small high heels walking came from outside the door

I am still holding a bunch of messy hair in my hand, thinking to myself that this is no longer my concern. Should I run away? Run away? Or should I run away?

The strong man spat wildly, waving his fingers to point at the landscape, his hands moving back and forth over the little devil.

Out of a sense of moral obligation, I ultimately gave the first room on the right to San Niang

The little ghost's eyes widened suddenly, and in a flash, it disappeared

"Da", "Da", "Da"

Struggling, I suddenly saw the female ghost extend her ten fingers towards Old Wang's chest. A shiver ran through me, and I reached out to grab Old Wang's arm and pulled him over.

Just as the third button was being undone, San Niang suddenly let out a cry and abruptly sprang away from my body.

The female ghost paid no attention to me and reached out to claw at Old Wang's chest.

What a display of snobbery, what a display of snobbery

"It can't be!" I raised my wrist, "Isn't the last train at 10 o'clock...?"

If I unfortunately perish, she will surely remember me for a lifetime; if I survive, we will definitely be together.

There is a hole in the roof, allowing the wind to pass through

Having exited the house, it is already dark outside

The blood on the ground continues to flow in incessantly

The Pixiu shouted: "Quick, recite the incantation!"

With a snap, the light cord was pulled apart by me

This matter need not be elaborated; a quick search on Baidu will suffice. The man in the suit is no pushover either; his manner of speaking is quite authoritative. "You know Ma Xiaoling, right? She is your maternal grandmother's third niece."

I lowered my head to look at the jade pendant around my neck, wondering if this object was the source of the sound.

I was taken aback and stopped my actions.

I happened to see the back of a bus when I ran over

Following the direction I pointed, the villager's face turned pale: "Are you referring to that small second floor over there?"

That voice sounds a bit familiar

I am quite simple-minded, usually engaged in small transactions where I pay first and then receive services. Being legally illiterate, I was easily deceived by him and unwittingly pressed my fingerprint.

Old Wang asked nervously, "What happened, what did you see?"

Is she afraid of the Pixiu or of my neighbor, San Niang

The bungalow of Old Wang's family has been renovated, with a clinic in the front and a living area in the back, each having its own entrance

As soon as we entered the room, Old Wang immediately turned around and locked the door from the inside

This time, I went up to the second floor

With that stern shout, those lifeless children fell to the ground with a thud, slowly crawling about.

"You... you..." Old Wang trembled as he pointed at the woman, "You are a ghost!"

The workers took a deep breath in unison

Just as I was about to meet my demise, I suddenly felt a chill around my neck, and the lion-shaped jade pendant that was tied around my neck slipped out.

I said: "Is the wind blowing?"

Old Wang usually smokes "Baisha" at 5 yuan per pack. If he has a favor to ask, he offers "Hongtashan" at 10 yuan per pack. Today, when I saw that the cigarette wrapper was "Zhonghua", I immediately understood that this guy must be in some serious trouble and that it was definitely something significant.

"You have no right to dictate my methods!" I exclaimed, "Whether they are black or white sorcerers, a good sorcerer is one who defeats ghosts and monsters!"

Suddenly, my right leg stumbled and I was unable to move, as if someone was holding me.

"Renting a house? Of course, no problem!" I was taken aback, "... Renting a house?!"

The feeling of being close to success is indescribable; I straightened my back, held the key, and took a deep breath of fresh air

Beneath the white bedsheet in the yard, a pair of feet is moving

Now, even if it is not a haunted house, if Godzilla were to reappear, I would charge forward without a second thought and confront him head-on

What? I turned my head to ask, only to realize something was amiss. The voice was sounding right beside me, yet there was no one else around. Moreover, the voice was very familiar, reminiscent of the sound that scared away the little ghost in the second-floor room back then

The female ghost adjusted her head properly, picked up the child again, and gently said, "Good, let's go find Daddy." Then she turned around and disappeared

That is certainly a ghost, with half of its face missing, and even the skull is visible.

I turned my head and saw Old Wang standing in the shade, waving at me

Old Wang's body trembled, and he lifted his foot to kick at the female ghost

I was suddenly startled; what is that

I currently think you are insane

I took a glance at my house; the taste of this beautiful woman is indeed rather unique

I am a clever person. While taking a taxi, I kept my wits about me and specifically asked the driver that if I continue straight along the highway to the north for about ten minutes, there will be a bus station from Yangming Village to the city.

In one year's time, I do not believe I will be unable to pursue you

Little Pony, come back to visit when you have time

I stretched my head into the room, wanting to see what exactly was blocking the door behind it

At this point, the sky had begun to brighten, and in the distance, a rooster crowed from the village. The Pixiu transformed into a green light and returned to my jade pendant.

I distinctly remember having closed the door when I left, yet now it stands wide open, as if it anticipated my return

I was rendered immobile by overwhelming shock. I never expected that in such a perilous situation, she could still take such a generous and creative action, transforming what was originally a Platonic love story into a harmonious film of B-grade or higher. I was instantly filled with immense admiration for this extraordinary woman. Although I was not yet psychologically prepared, at that moment, no man would refuse to use his body to comfort this frightened and pale-faced weak woman. I simply closed my eyes, ready to sacrifice myself for her greater good, to act with selflessness, and to let her do as she pleased. Although I was not yet psychologically prepared, at that moment, no man would refuse to use his body to comfort this frightened and pale-faced weak woman. I simply closed my eyes, ready to sacrifice myself for her greater good, to act with selflessness, and to let her do as she pleased.

Everything is as usual; there is neither a white light emanating from me nor any celestial soldiers coming to assist.

I have cried to the point of having a heavy heart, contemplating whether to bring that bearded Taoist statue tomorrow and hang it in my room to ward off evil.

The last remaining eyeball of the female ghost was also squeezed out, and she cried out in pain while frantically scratching with her hands. Her fingernails were like the tips of knives, and when they slashed across, they cut through skin and flesh. Old Wang's lower body was in a horrific state, and it was evident that he was barely breathing.

I said: "Why are you locking the door?"

My mind immediately crashed: "Of course, of course! Don't be fooled by this desolate wilderness; it is quite peaceful and safe!"

Walking down the street with San Niang, I felt a strong sense of pride. The rate of people turning their heads was remarkable; passersby first gazed at San Niang with astonishment, then looked at me with a sense of regret. Typically, they spent far more time looking at me than at San Niang, examining me from head to toe, while the time spent on my face did not exceed two seconds. Most of their time was devoted to identifying the brands of my clothes, watch, and belt.

It is well known that in this sweltering heat, only two types of people wear suits: insurance salespeople and the mafia

So it turns out he is the one who wants to close the door

What is happening? I opened my eyes to look at my shoulders, but there was nothing there

Old Wang was trembling uncontrollably, so frightened that he couldn't even move. His ankle was caught, leaving it bloodied and mangled, yet he did not utter a single sound.

I pulled the light cord with all my might

I have another Wuzhishan on my face

Is the one upstairs also gone

Then I saw a man standing in front of my house

Although the sound was clearly footsteps, both doors were locked tight by Old Wang, so no one could possibly come in

"Da"

After speaking, San Niang blew me a kiss and swayed her hips as she entered the house

San Niang asked me which room I live in. I considered for a moment; on the second floor, there is a ghost who hanged himself, and the storage room on the first floor has been impossible to open since the day I got my head stuck in it. Therefore, I ultimately chose the first guest room on the right side of the first floor, as it is close to the door, allowing for a quicker escape in case of any situation

Ah. San Niang looked at me a bit nervously and asked, "What are they saying?"

Having not slept all night, I find myself unable to sleep now either. With dawn breaking, I feel no fear. I boldly opened the door and rushed to the second floor, where I bowed several times before the statue of the Taoist priest. I secretly resolved to go out later and make a few paper beauties to burn for the priest. Only then did I take the paste and flyers and head out.

I slowly moved from the bed to the window, intending to open the window and jump out to escape, when suddenly there was a loud knocking at the door

This is quite impressive. In the future, while others walk their dogs, I will walk my Pikachu. If the community security guards stop me from entering to post flyers, I will unleash a lion to bite them. This way, I will be invincible and stand at the pinnacle of this profession.

When I looked up at Old Wang, I could easily see the situation in the yard by the light without much effort

I do not know why Old Wang did not close the door to this room, and the draft comes in in waves. I am sitting directly facing the door, able to see the white sheets in the courtyard being inflated and billowing in the wind, then deflating again.

Those are the feet of two women, adorned with red high heels, their calves well-proportioned, skin luminous and fair, with fine streaks of blood flowing down their legs

The reason I was found is quite simple, because that woman came after seeing the small advertisement I posted. According to Lao Wang's thinking, she should also hate me as a result.

My mind suddenly went blank, and San Niang's panicked face loomed large before my eyes

Upon taking another look, my heart ached with sorrow. Old Wang's kick was too fierce, his foot got stuck in the skull of the female ghost and could not be pulled out. His entire foot was scraped and bleeding profusely from the bones.

In the midst of speaking, the high heel had already stepped out from under the bed sheet, and I instinctively glanced over, feeling a shiver run down my spine

A cool breeze blows towards me, and the road is empty, with not a single person in sight

Flowing water follows certain scientific principles, just like if it were at a gunfight scene, the liquid on the ground would certainly be gasoline. With my extensive knowledge and considering the haunted history of this house, I can intuitively know what it is without even needing to guess

You ask me why I don't run towards the door? Isn't it obvious? We are all cultured individuals, and we have watched plenty of ghost stories and horror movies. Everyone knows that when encountering a ghost, if I run towards the door, there is a 99% chance that the door is locked. By the time I am struggling with the door latch, the ghost will have already floated behind me, grinning maliciously and shouting: "Go to hell!"

The ground is covered in dust, and the furniture is draped with cloth of an indeterminate color, while cobwebs have formed in the gaps between several pieces of furniture

I was so happy just now that I completely forgot about this matter

San Niang smiled sweetly and blew me a kiss, saying, "Thank you, Ma Lishu, you are truly wonderful." Then she gave me a deep look and walked out of the room

I kept San Niang protected behind me and stretched my head out to look outside the door

After thorough analysis, I have been able to determine that the person before me has a problem with his mind

The room fell into a dead silence

Just as I was overwhelmed and conflicted by this rare and extraordinary spectacle, the man in the suit spoke up: "May I ask if you are Mr. Ma Lishu? I am a lawyer from the Aoxiang Law Firm"

I pushed open the dressing table and jumped up to run out the door

Several dead children have crawled onto my chest, their cold bodies pressed against my neck, reaching out their hands to scratch my face

I saw the legs of a woman wearing red high-heeled shoes

I trembled at the glare of that monster. But seeing San Niang cowering in the corner, my heart softened, and I mustered my courage to say: "Brave warrior, since you can speak, you are also an intelligent being, aren't you? Let's have a good conversation; there's no need to resort to violence right away, as that is uncivilized..."

There was no one around, and the previous eerie feeling seemed to have vanished, as if the sound just now was merely an auditory illusion

The worker behind me shouted loudly, "Get to work, get to work!" yet he did not notice that my head was caught in the door behind them

When the sky darkened, I finally tried the last key

The woman in red high heels has disappeared, and the hall is silent

I cough once and nod

Ah! San Niang shouted again, "Help!"

At this moment, I can see those ghosts jumping down one by one like dumplings being boiled.

As I saw that San Niang was about to meet her demise, I, a swallow, flipped over and rushed out, grabbing the leg of that demon beast and shouting: "Hero, spare her life!"

"That's good," said San Niang in a delicate voice, "I am most afraid of ghosts. If there really are any... Mr. Ma, you must protect me."

The inheritance left to me by my grandfather's second uncle's elder brother's great-grandson is a small two-story building located near Yangming Village in the suburbs

Old Wang naturally could not see it; he merely shivered and sneezed when the ghost passed through him

It turns out that when playing online games, they always referred to characters with high health as "blood cows," which I have always looked down upon

Since I am running an advertising company, in addition to being a cultural worker, I also have another prominent identity, that is, a businessman

Old Wang sighed: "Xiao Ma, you are a cultured person, you surely won't believe what I say..."

This is truly a display of technical skill; it turns out that the female ghost was employing a strategy of self-inflicted suffering!

"It is locked." I nodded. As a middle-aged single man, Old Wang's vigilance is somewhat excessive.

A man dressed in a suit, carrying a briefcase

What is referred to as an operating room is, in fact, just a small room, with a wooden bed placed in the center, its white sheets having turned gray from washing, and the area underneath is stained with brown marks

I strained to stretch my neck and turned my head to look behind the door

Mr. Ma! San Niang is calling at the door, her voice trembling, "Mr. Ma, please open the door!"

I picked up my bag and began to visit the first house I have ever owned in my life

A few hundred meters to the right, the lights of the village houses flicker, and not far ahead is the bus station

I didn't sleep at all last night, and I have no energy to post advertisements today. Now, it's a scorching hot day, and after posting in the blazing sun until the afternoon, I feel dizzy. I really can't hold on any longer, so I decided to call it a day and go home. Just after taking a few steps, I suddenly heard someone calling my name

That was the last bus.

The Pixiu said: "I am the divine beast Pixiu. Your ancestors from the Ma family have shown me kindness, so Master Zhang specifically sent me to the mortal realm to protect you. From this day forth, you are my master. I will usually remain hidden within the jade pendant, assisting you in vanquishing demons and eliminating evil."

However, I did not remain happy for long, as the Pixiu then informed me in a tone of pity and sarcasm that due to my ineptitude, its ability to attract wealth was now limited to ensuring that I would win five yuan from purchasing three lottery tickets.

The child's voice said: "He wants to take my home!"

It is rather strange; I used to feel a chill all over my body, but after entering this room, I have started to feel a bit of warmth.

The woman was a student from the neighborhood, who discovered she was four months pregnant but was too afraid to let anyone know. She secretly came to have an abortion. Old Wang's surgery failed, resulting in severe bleeding. Being an unlicensed clinic, he was afraid of getting into trouble and did not dare to call an ambulance, watching helplessly as the girl died. Fearing discovery, he dismembered the body and packed it into garbage bags, gradually transporting it out.

At that moment, someone suddenly asked: "Are you really going to move over there to live?"

Moreover, San Niang seems to quite like me

There is a room on the left side of the staircase, and there are three rooms on the right side.

If we disregard the thin streams of blood flowing down from above

However, as I looked around, I was drenched in cold sweat; at the entrance, there were clearly the footprints of a pair of children!

The dead child on Old Wang's back was squeezed into a mass by us, opening its mouth as if to call out but unable to make a sound, waving its pink claws in the air, with several already clinging to me.

When he said this, the translucent little ghost appeared again, standing right in front of Qiangzi, still with an expressionless face, staring directly at Qiangzi, but its gaze seemed to carry a hint of anger

Feeling a bit restless, I simply turned off the lights and went to sleep

However, things are different now; I am already part of the property-owning class. Therefore, I waved my hand and modestly pointed in the direction of my house: "I have real estate here"

It is a loss of thirty just to view a house, which pains me greatly. How long will it take to earn that back by posting small advertisements!

At this moment, I am truly too lazy to move. Seeing that this house is quite clean, I might as well just sleep in this room

However, this world is cruel

San Niang leaned over my back and whispered, "Is it still there?"

Although I am a staunch atheist, I cannot help but acknowledge that this room is filled with a mysterious and discordant sense of the uncanny

Let's do it another day; for now, you should tidy up your things today

This scene appears to be very discordant

With a creak, the door opened a little more; a person could not enter, but their head could fit through.

Holding the beef tripe, I sat back down, only to find Old Wang's eyes fixed intently on me: "How is it?"

Then the great man Maris died.

However, it is the first time to be subjected to such bare and fervent gazes from the crowd

According to its description, the Pixiu is a sacred beast of auspiciousness and one of the nine sons of the dragon. In addition to expelling evil spirits and capturing ghosts, it has an additional function—because it lacks excretory organs, it only consumes without excreting, thus possessing the ability to attract wealth

I just arrived here and want to rent a place to live. The beautiful woman said, "At first glance, I fell in love with this house; it is truly wonderful.

Ah! San Niang exclaimed, covering her face with her hand

Nonsense, you are crawling with unformed children all over you, it is no wonder your body is not heavy

The house has been renovated, and we will be moving in today

In light of this situation, should I punch him and drive him away, or should I take a photo with him and ask him to inscribe on my door "Insurance Company Came Here for a Visit"?

Logically, that child should not be able to speak yet, but I distinctly heard that voice

Watching the blood child drink alcohol is truly unpleasant, so I placed the cup on the table and said: "Old Wang, just speak your mind, let's not be so coy among us men."

Old Wang let out a long sigh and walked back to sit down

With a wave of his hand, dozens of subordinates jumped down in unison from the truck marked "Xiao Qiang Decoration"

What happened? I looked up at the bus sign, which was just a piece of rusty metal with peeling paint, making it impossible to read the station name clearly

I quickly took out the bag of beef tripe and closed the refrigerator door

So I fumbled with the door, trying each key one by one

Isn't it just a haunted house? What is there to be afraid of? I am still a Taoist! I have been a Taoist for a month! For San Niang, even if it is a haunted house, I will give it my all!

That night, I did not dare to go out again; I stayed huddled in this room all night, until the roosters from the neighboring village began to crow in the morning before I ventured outside

At that moment, the jade pendant on his chest suddenly emitted a brilliant green light, and the voice of the Pixiu echoed: "Get lost!"

I know that this matter cannot be explained by common sense, and if I lose my composure now, I will be defeated

The female ghost's head turned slightly, seemingly looking at the already gasping Old Wang. That head must not have been properly secured, as it fell to the ground, rolling and tumbling to my feet, blinking its eyes at me.

According to reason, one should be able to reach out and touch it, but instead, when I reached out, I did not touch the alarm clock; instead, I touched something fuzzy.

On the way back, I became more vigilant and checked the time on my watch

Before I could respond, Old Wang ran over to the nearby marinated food shop and bought one pound of beef and a roasted chicken

When I was young, I was just like them, mischievous. I enjoyed following the adults and pretending to be like them. If you shouted at them, they would scream and scatter, but after a while, they would continue to follow you. If you ignored them, they would play for a while and then disperse.

I vaguely remember that day when the sun shone brightly and the flowers bloomed. I was walking back to my small bungalow in the drizzling rain, holding a long-handled umbrella that I had used for ten years and carrying a plastic bag filled with glue and clinic flyers.

I, Malishu, male, 26 years old, unmarried, have finally become a true homeowner today

Therefore, Qiangzi has shown great loyalty this time by taking on the renovation task of my house at a loss.

I stared intently at the woman's actions, my mind in a state of chaos

Indeed, there is not a single good person among those in suits, they are all thieves

I forced myself to suppress my nausea and picked up that head, throwing it back to that ghost: "This thing is quite important, you need to pack it properly"

It was dusk, with the setting sun and a brisk wind. Amidst the vast expanse of land, a small two-story building stood prominently, its weathered and ancient walls shimmering with an indescribable glow under the rays of the evening sun

Do not call me despicable; in this era, being too honest is not a way to survive. When I first entered this industry, I did not understand the rules. Under the scorching midday sun, I diligently pasted small advertisements without taking a break, and ended up right in front of the police station. Just as the police officers were coming out for lunch, they saw me sweating profusely, finishing up with the glue, and sticking the small ads for treating difficult ailments onto the outer wall. The police officers were both amused and gathered around to watch. Afterward, they gave me a stern reprimand and profound education, confiscating all my tools of the trade. The total loss amounted to 14.35 yuan.

I looked around and saw that there was no one nearby, so I secretly put the jade pendant around my neck

It takes exactly 9 minutes to get from the station to the second floor.

She reached towards Old Wang's neck, could it be that she wants ... ? ... his head ?

It is often said that behind every successful man stands a woman, but if you go out shopping with a beautiful woman, you need not do anything to appear successful

"Da", "Da", "Da"

Qiangzi instructed others to move my belongings inside and said to me, "Ma Ge, I will head back first"

I did not go there, behind him stands an eighteen-story office building, which once became a landmark of the city when it was newly constructed. Many individuals in despair have a particular fondness for this place, as they prefer to jump from the top to commit suicide, ensuring certain death due to its height.

This statement fully reflects the enhancement of economic awareness among the farming brothers since the reform and opening up

I took a few quick steps to the front of the refrigerator and opened the door.

Subsequently, it demonstrated its current capabilities to me through action, striking a fly on the ground forcefully with its paw

All the other rooms are filthy, but this one is spotless, not a speck of dust to be found, and even the mat looks as good as new

That thing slid and looked like a lump of rotten meat, with all its features present, but when it moved, it was indescribably disgusting

Seeing him spend so lavishly, I was exceptionally moved and decided to accompany him to see what I could assist with. After all, I am all alone and cannot fathom what he might want from me. If I find that I am unable to help him, I would feel guilty for not being of service, and at most, I could reciprocate by inviting him to stay at my small second-floor apartment for a couple of days

That is a person's nose

However, this woman was brought by me, and I cannot allow Old Wang to become a victim in a muddled manner

Mr. Ma, there is a ghost outside

Ah! Old Wang let out another round of wailing

This small bungalow is where my career began. I remember when I graduated from college, filled with enthusiasm, I joined the ranks of entrepreneurs. Now, several years have passed, and this house remains exactly the same, unchanged in the slightest.

The darkness makes the road difficult to navigate, this place is remote, there is not a single vehicle on the road, and there are no streetlights along the roadside

I reached out to touch the jade pendant on my chest and murmured: "Pixiu, Pixiu..."

Seeing that it was getting late and the young ladies had walked far away, I turned around and headed back to the house

However, as the saying goes, when heaven is about to bestow a great responsibility upon a person, it must first temper their mind and will, exercise their muscles and bones, starve their body, and empty their wallet

The woman walked behind Old Wang, and she only needed to step over the threshold to enter the house

Qiangzi scrutinized the second floor with an unusually serious expression on his face. Finally, with a solemn attitude akin to that of a valiant warrior, he said to me: "Brother Ma, this will be the most challenging task of my career. But rest assured, I will do my utmost! If I do not succeed, I shall die a noble death!"

I did not expect that the claws of the insurance company have already reached our upscale bungalow residential area

I walked to the bus stop, and as I stood there, everyone was staring at me

I entered the room on the left

I currently have 20 yuan in my pocket, and based on my past ability to communicate and negotiate with clients, I can effortlessly bring the price down to 15.

I will check if there is anything I have left behind, you all wait for me in the car

That person was staring wide-eyed, looking exceptionally fierce towards the doorway

When the light is turned off, the sound of the alarm clock becomes more pronounced, ticking incessantly and becoming quite bothersome. I reach out to the bedside to feel for the alarm clock, intending to turn it off.

That night, I had a heart-to-heart conversation with the Pixiu. It spent the entire evening brainwashing me, and combined with what I had seen and heard in recent days, it forcefully transformed me from an atheist into a skeptic

However, the room across is different; it has a divine altar. That bearded old Taoist surely cannot bear to see a fine young man like me perish here, so he will likely send some kind of assistance, such as Guanyin Bodhisattva, the Queen Mother of the West, the Eighteen Arhats of Shaolin, or Count Nikola.

As a cultural worker who believes in science, one must possess a scientific outlook on development, oppose superstition, and disdain all forms of superstition and irrational beliefs

"This house..." I cautiously asked the man in the suit, "Is it an antique left over from the Qin Dynasty?"

The brat Qiangzi has just appeared at the door: "Yo, Brother Ma, what are you up to?"

If he adds another sentence saying "You can't escape now," I can only conclude that he is coveting my beauty and is clutching his chest, crying for help

At this moment, holding the broken lamp cord in my hand, I regret it deeply!

As if seeing through my thoughts, the Pixiu let out a cold snort and said: "You are now a Taoist priest, and you have stayed in this house for too long. You have already been tainted by Yin energy, and moving away will not help. As a Taoist, your magnetic field is already different from that of ordinary humans. The probability of encountering those filthy things is now hundreds of times greater than before. Yin and Yang are in opposition, and you will be more unfortunate than ordinary people. Moreover, your current magical power is weak. The Zhang Daoist enshrined on the second floor of this house can still protect you, but if you leave, you will likely meet with an accidental death in just a few days."

At that moment, I heard strange sounds coming from outside the door

I do not expect the "Li Shou" branded sportswear I am wearing to have the same level of confusion as "Kang Shuaifu" instant noodles, so I estimate that in the end, about half of the people will believe that we are truly in love

Once it removed its claws, the fly leisurely flew away

Someone was laughing "giggling" over there, and I held my breath and looked over, only to find a man's head there, grinning at me! One of my hands was gripping his hair, while the fingers of my other hand were inserted into his nostrils

At this point, I should just be able to open the door and run; in terms of physical strength, I am confident that I can surpass Old Wang, and I can definitely run faster than him

Then someone shouted: "What kind of ghost or monster is this! Get out of here!"

With a determined grit, I jumped out of bed and opened the door with my eyes closed

I could no longer care about those dead children, so I rushed over and pulled Old Wang's back, trying to drag him back. Old Wang was also straining to pull his feet away, but now he was having difficulty even breathing, and the effort he exerted made little difference.

The way that can be spoken of is not the eternal way! Namo Guanshiyin Bodhisattva, may the Almighty Allah bless! God loves the world! Long live the New China! Amen! My ten fingers move in a flurry, constantly changing in a sequence of arrangements.

However, as a big man, I felt embarrassed to sleep on such a feminine bed. I noticed a white dressing table nearby, with a cloth covering the mirror on top. I pulled the cloth off the round mirror on the dressing table, used the reverse side to wipe the stool and the dressing table, and then sat on the stool to sleep with my head resting on it.

As soon as I got off the bus and looked around, I was instantly stunned

The woman stood at the door, yet did not enter, straining to extend her hand towards Old Wang's neck.

I am going all out! Regardless of what kind of spell or incantation it is, since I am a Taoist, I must possess some innate wisdom. Perhaps by uttering random thoughts, I might just stumble upon the right one.

Therefore, this time I am mainly here to inform you about the will of Mr. Ma Jianmin, the great-grandson of your grandfather's second uncle's elder uncle

I have lived in his small bungalow for so many years and have helped him post small advertisements for free for such a long time, yet he has never invited me to a meal. Today, he suddenly wants to treat me to drinks. As the old saying goes, "No good deed goes unpunished; there is either treachery or theft involved."

The man in the suit said: "No need, the driver is still waiting there. Just give me the fare."

I advise you to stay here

If Qiangzi were a woman, I could abandon my male pride and shout that there is a ghost, then hold her tightly

Under Qiangzi's command, the flat-screen monitor was being moved towards the door: "Brother Ma, is there anything else?"

Clearly, there is nothing at all, yet this door cannot be opened

As I was thinking this, the monster's body suddenly emitted a burst of white light and transformed into the size of a small cat

Not far from here is the upscale bungalow residential area. As we walked back, Old Wang swayed unsteadily, and the child on his back trembled with each step, covered in blood. Those children could barely open their eyes, only clinging to Old Wang, occasionally wriggling a bit, resembling a red turtle shell on his back

I sat in the living room chatting with San Niang, employing my skills to find topics of conversation. San Niang was so amused by me that she was in a flurry of laughter, and it was not until after 11 o'clock that she returned to her room to sleep

When the third lady arrives, the saying "Women are the greatest motivation for men to work" is vividly demonstrated. With the third lady watching nearby, the workers move bricks as if they were lifting cotton; their waists no longer ache, their legs no longer hurt, and they carry large sacks up to the second floor in one go, feeling no fatigue

Although I had fantasized about such things countless times before, it was merely to satisfy my visual appetite through television and magazines; yet what stands before me now is a living reality

Now, I have attained enlightenment

Laughter and footsteps have been following closely behind me, the sound neither loud nor soft, circling around my ears at a distance that is neither near nor far, as those few children playfully follow me like a prank.

After the two parties reached an agreement, they signed a lease with a duration of one year. San Niang will pay me a monthly rent of 250 yuan, with utilities shared equally. I had a little concern and added a clause at the end of the contract—no termination of the lease before the end of the rental period.

Old Wang's chest had already been grabbed, and the front of his shirt was stained bright red with blood, lying on the ground gasping for breath

I spat in disdain and walked into the room

Comfort your grandmother

Well

I trembled as I held that hand, and from then on, I welcomed the first tenant of the second floor.

I am very displeased with his attitude and regret having sympathized with him before

The monster said: "Demon, meet your end!" After finishing this, it let out a loud roar and lunged towards the third lady with its mouth wide open

The sky has darkened by now, and inside the room, it is so dark that one cannot see their own hand in front of their face. I took out my phone and walked forward, guided by its pure blue light.

As she spoke directly into my ear, her breath stirred something within me: "It's gone."

Behind me are Qiangzi and the others, I want to call for help, but my throat cannot produce any sound, then I start to knock on the door with my hand

Now that a young lady has come to me with great difficulty, how could I possibly have a reason to give up

I smiled as I watched San Niang return to her room, then turned off the light and felt my way back to my own room along the corner of the wall

Just as I was brightly melancholic, a few workers downstairs were shouting at the top of their lungs: "Ma Ge! Ma Ge!"

The chair mercilessly shattered the ghost woman's skull, and she let out a piercing scream, releasing her grip on Old Wang's leg and retreating while covering her head

As soon as I stepped outside, I heard a "bang" behind me, and the door closed again

"It's nothing, it's nothing." I have always been a straightforward person and have never told lies. I stammered as I said, "They tell jokes, but there are no ghosts in this world, hahaha"

As I turned my head, intending to continue sleeping, I suddenly caught a glimpse of the mirror out of the corner of my eye, and my hair stood on end in an instant

At that moment, Old Wang let out a terrible scream. I turned my head and realized it was bad! The female ghost had already dragged Old Wang away by his feet!

Old Wang looked at me with a somewhat hesitant expression, as if he wanted to say something but felt embarrassed to do so. Then he patted me on the shoulder and said, "Come on, today I will treat you. Let's go to my house for some drinks"

I noted which key corresponds to which door while watching

I have always thought that those who come to rent a house must be men, but I didn't expect a woman to come, and such a delicate and beautiful one at that. The thought of this beauty being scared by ghosts makes me feel uneasy. I approached her and asked, "Is it convenient for you to work living here?"

I have come to understand that this house indeed has malevolent entities, and living here will surely shorten one's lifespan

The room fell silent once again

I opened the door to the third room, which was clearly the room of a young lady. It contained a rather stylish single bed, topped with a mosquito net.

After sleeping for a while, I felt an unusual soreness in my shoulders, as if something was pressing down on them. That sensation became increasingly pronounced, until finally my bones began to creak.

What on earth is going on in this house? All the ghosts and monsters, step aside. Let that little ghost serve me tea and water, let that hanging ghost give me a massage, and use that human head to play bowling

I can't believe it! You should practice your Mandarin fluently before trying to threaten others

A philosopher once said that when a beautiful woman offers assistance, it is a man's duty to express gratitude

The living room is quite spacious, and Old Wang placed the items on the table, dragged over two stools, and invited me to start eating.

The man in the suit spoke eloquently, his words flowing like flowers and his saliva flying everywhere. Yet, I remained unmoved.

I have already stepped out with my left leg, but my right leg cannot move. I lower my head and see that there is nothing unusual with my right leg; it is still wearing the brand-name jeans I bought from a street vendor, with two drops of oil on the knee that dripped from eating lamb skewers

However, I trembled even more than she did, as it was the first time I saw a living beauty standing before me in a silk nightgown

As the beautiful woman spoke, sunlight streamed through the cracks in the ceiling and illuminated her.

However, it is quite a pity to have such a large piece of property just left here

I feel a chill all over my body

A fellow villager approached with a smile and said, "I see you haven't been here before, is this your first time?"

Such postmodernist abstract-colored dilapidated buildings are becoming increasingly rare

Who? I trembled slightly, gripping the jade pendant and stepping back a few paces, cautiously surveying my surroundings

I boldly extended my other hand to feel along and grasp the object, the soft texture resembling skin. As I moved a little further down, I encountered two openings. I touched them again to confirm the shape, and this time, my entire back felt cold.

A philosopher once said, "Life is full of surprises."

How is it living in the new house? Old Wang took out a pack of cigarettes and handed it to me, gesturing for me to take some

The cabinet and bed belong to the landlord; once the mattress, computer, and printer are removed, it will be empty

A sense of foreboding suddenly arose in my heart

The jade pendant on my chest emitted a brilliant green light, and immediately a lion-like monster leaped out from the pendant, growling at San Niang: "Fox demon, why don't you surrender at once!"

Old Wang bent over and coughed a few times: "Recently, I have been feeling very heavy and lack energy even when walking. I will not go along; I will wait until I feel better to go."

the smell of rust

I feel a bit uneasy

Although the two rooms are also entirely gray, they still contain simple furniture, and even the bedding is neatly arranged, as if someone had just slept there not long ago

Is this the long-lost lightness skill known as "Shifting Shapes and Shadows"?

Above the neck is empty, below the neck is dressed in a beige dress, the lower half is covered in blood, swaying unsteadily as it walks this way

At this sight, my heart skipped a beat; behind the door was empty, with nothing at all!

At that moment, a woman suddenly said: "Don't bother him, he is a Taoist priest."

"Hmph, you continue." I began to pick at the other ear. I have long stated that I am a cultural worker who believes in science and opposes superstition. ... Therefore, I have a certain attitude towards such matters ...

The Monster Path: "As a descendant of the Ma family, you do not understand the distinction between humans and demons in the art of Tao. At this point, you still speak on behalf of the demonic beings!"

Old Wang seems to be quite dissatisfied with his operating room and quickly walked out

I walked past the poplar trees adorned with a few yellow leaves and arrived in front of the small second floor

The wooden floorboards creak as one walks on them

I walked back into the room on the right. The first room is a study, with papers scattered all over the floor. The bookshelf has long been devoid of books, leaving only a pile of waste paper. On the desk, there are dried ink bottles and two broken fountain pens.

Did you not say that you are a cultural worker

A warning bell rang loudly in my heart, and I shook my head and said, "Forget it."

The female ghost hung alone in the corner of the room, bathed in brilliant sunlight. Initially focused on watching the workers paint the walls, she turned around as we entered, her tongue tracing elegant curves in the air

I let out a sigh of relief and collapsed onto the ground

My hand was still gripping the doorknob, my neck tightly wedged between the door and the door frame, the force was extraordinarily strong, I could not push it open, and I was trapped to the point of struggling to breathe, I could only pound on the door with my hand.

I turned around and left. This fellow villager did not learn math well, deceiving people

The second room is the master bedroom, which contains a double bed and some furniture

Take it easy! I jumped up

This matter has caused a profound shock to my kind heart, making me realize that not all endeavors yield results simply through effort. Reflecting on my past life, it is precisely because of my excessive straightforwardness that I have become a burden to society as an older single man.

Although he bought a pile of things, I really had no appetite in front of those dead children. A glance at the black-and-white wedding photo of Old Wang hanging in the center of the living room suddenly stirred some emotions in my heart

A tremor still lingers in my heart, and without regard for direction, I randomly offer a few prayers, murmuring: "Thank you, great deity! Namo Amitabha! May God and Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva bless me! Amen!"

The man in the suit cast a highly disdainful glance at me and handed me a blank sheet of paper, saying: "Here, just leave your fingerprint on this paper, and our formalities will be considered complete"

Then I saw it

The entrance features an old-fashioned wooden door, secured with a large padlock, the shackle of which is rusted and appears to have not been used for a long time

Old Wang said: "Oh"

I stared in astonishment for quite a while before realizing that Qiangzi hadn't seen that thing at all

The house is under renovation, and San Niang is staying at a hotel in the city. Sometimes when I need to buy something, I think of ways to get San Niang to go out with me to shop.

This person has indeed spoken the truth succinctly

However, now this guy is a man. I thought about it and decided not to provoke him, to avoid having to explain too much and making him think I have a mental issue. I might as well just laugh it off and send him on his way.

The villager looked at me with a ghostly gaze

San Niang trembled while pressing herself against me

Bang

Old Wang's wife passed away three years ago. Compared to me, he is considered a promising entrepreneur in this area. Many divorced women have previously extended olive branches of love to him, but Old Wang still holds his late wife in his heart and has not remarried.

Since then, strange occurrences could be observed, with the woman's head inexplicably appearing in the refrigerator, and every night, footsteps would echo in the yard

The watch on the wrist points exactly to 10:05

As soon as he finished speaking, the woman suddenly opened her eyes wide and stared directly at me

A kick landed on the face of the female ghost, the force was extremely fierce, and the ghost's skull already had cracks. With a loud crack, Old Wang had already broken the neck of the female ghost

Tomorrow, I should take down the statue of the bearded Taoist priest on the second floor and place it in the room

I solemnly took the key, my emotions were as excited as when I graduated from sixth grade and joined the Young Pioneers, to the point that I stuttered while speaking: "Comrades, do... do... we want... want... to go in and sit for a while?"

I shyly tilted my head, presenting my most handsome right profile to them

The Pixiu said with a tone of disdain: "Even a powerless infant spirit can force you into such a state."

I know that there must be a reason behind what he said, but what does it mean to perform hand seals and recite incantations

The beauty that can make fish sink and wild geese fall, captivating to the point of death, with eyes that ensnare the soul, a single glance rendering one utterly weak all over

Hey, didn't you say it would take ten minutes? How come it has taken so long and we're still not there!

That voice was soft and enchanting, indescribably alluring, causing the workers nearby to stop their tasks and gaze at her in a daze

A woman walked in, wearing a tiny spaghetti strap mini dress. Her figure was such that the curves were accentuated where they should be, and the dips were pronounced where they needed to be, embodying the standard model physique

"Upstairs..." As I spoke, I looked up, and the white hanging ghost was slowly floating down from the second floor, sticking out its tongue.

At this moment, the sky has already begun to brighten, and sunlight is streaming in through the three small windows on the second floor. It appears no different from an ordinary house. I reflect on the big-tongued ghost from last night, as if it were a dream.

Mr. Ma is truly a good person, considering so much for me. The beautiful woman glanced at my chest, subtly taking a step back, and smiled at me, saying: "Girls just seek safety. I just arrived here and was worried about being in an unfamiliar place. If I could have a landlord as kind as Mr. Ma..." Her voice became even softer, "It would make me feel at ease to live together with such a kind-hearted landlord." Then she threw me a flirtatious glance, "Mr. Ma, you live here, right?"

The dead child on Old Wang's body writhed like a wave, and such heavy pressure caused Old Wang to cover his mouth and cough.

It is well known that Chinese surname culture is profound and extensive. If my mother had not taken a liking to my father at that time, but instead to the one with the surname Mai who was pursuing her fervently, my name would have become a tragedy

This is akin to the critical choices in AVG games; a single wrong selection could lead to a GAME OVER in my life as a person who posts small advertisements

The door creaked open

The dead child clutched the leg of the female ghost and called out: "Mother"

Outside, cars have started honking: "Mago, are you ready?"

The contract was handed to San Niang, who signed it without even blinking an eye

First, let me introduce myself. My surname is Ma, and my given name is Lishu. I have such an extraordinary and stylish name, and I must first thank my mother for choosing a man with the surname Ma among the vast sea of people.

How strange

I pressed closely against the door, shaking my hand to signal her not to speak

This house is truly uninhabitable

At that moment, as my vision blurred, a voice beside me said: "Although you are the disciple of Master Ma, I have never seen someone with such... such poor aptitude. Well, since you have bowed and paid your respects to me, I will give Master Ma some face and accept you as my disciple."

Still holding the key in my hand, I stiffly glanced at the already broken door bolt

I was speaking to that female ghost, but unexpectedly, Old Wang's face changed color in an instant as he looked at the head in my hand: "You... you really saw it!"

The dead child on Old Wang's body seemed to sense something and began to wriggle rapidly

"Da", "Da", "Da"

Go to hell with your breathing

The clinic is permeated with the scent of medical alcohol, divided into two areas: the reception and the operating room, separated by a wall without a door, only a fabric curtain serves as a barrier

Qiangzi chuckled, "Ma Ge, are you alright? Did the door hit your head?"

Mali Shu! Mali Shu!

As soon as I opened my eyes, I saw that person's head, which was a woman's face, with her eyes closed and half of her scalp missing, revealing half of her skull.

It turns out this fellow is my summoned beast, I thought about it and felt amused

Previously, Qiangzi mentioned that the lamp cord could be replaced with a switch, but redoing the wiring would incur additional costs, which I declined.

I was startled by him, my voice began to tremble, and I blurted out: "Pichu? I know, I know, your brother is Pikachu, right? I'm very familiar with that. It turns out that the girl next door really likes your brother."

This advertisement was placed with 50 yuan borrowed from my mother. Aside from the description of my appearance, which is mostly accurate but slightly exaggerated, other aspects have been artistically processed by the newspaper staff

Cut, a group of unsophisticated lechers, such little ambition! I looked at them with disdain, wiped the drool from the corner of my mouth, and hurried down the stairs in a few quick steps: "What is it?"

I took out the bunch of keys and then realized a serious problem: the man in the suit did not tell me which key opens which door

Head! A flash of inspiration struck me; isn't there a head frozen in the refrigerator!

The wooden stairs are more dilapidated than the floor, having fallen into disrepair over the years, constantly emitting a creaking sound as if they are about to collapse.

Qiangzi is an old classmate of mine. Later, we started a business together, supporting each other. When he had not yet become successful, we would sit in the park, eating steamed buns with pickles while drinking tap water. Eventually, he became an old client in my business. Every time I helped him with advertisements for renovations, wall painting, or cleaning range hoods, I would secure a favorable and prominent position in the residential building corridors amidst the fierce competition in the industry.

The two rooms on the right are both bedrooms; it appears that one is a guest room and the other is a servant's room

The jade pendant is emerald green and crystal clear, smooth as凝脂, and feels slightly cool to the touch, clearly indicating that it is a fine item

Of course, everything has been tidied up

"Mali Shu, come here, let us have a chat"

I hurriedly reached out to pull the light cord, the transformer made a few sounds, but the light did not respond

Without a second thought, San Niang chose the second servant's room on the right, and she smiled at me saying, "Next to the landlord, I feel safe."

However, this does not seem to be a good place for sleeping

Seeing that I did not go over, Old Wang walked over by himself

Sanniang smiled at me and said, "I will come over earlier to tidy up the things"

"Da", "Da", "Da"

I lowered my head, and a large pool of dark liquid flowed in through the gap at the bottom of the door

I held the chair, vigilantly staring at her

The door, just like last time, was blocked by a small gap, as if something was propping it up

This is simply the savior! In my excitement, I let go and, holding the jade pendant, shouted: "Pikachu, save me!"

What a grandeur, it is a wooden floor! It turns out that our upscale small bungalow residential area is nothing more than a cement floor

I wiped the sweat and walked into the room

Old Wang stood at the door, glanced around the house a few times, and then accepted the key from my hand. He is my landlord, and we get along well. He runs a small clinic nearby, and during work hours, I help him post a few flyers for "painless abortion".

Behind the operating room is a small courtyard, where a wire is hung between two bamboo poles, drying freshly washed white sheets

The woman coldly laughed and said, "You know in your own heart whether you are at fault or not"

I quickly withdrew my head and firmly closed the door

It is only a little past 9 o'clock, yet those farmer brothers have already turned off the lights, they are really saving money!

On the first floor, there are four rooms. The first room on the left is the kitchen, and the second room on the left should be a storage room, cluttered with an unknown number of items, blocking the door. It can only be opened a small crack. I peered inside for a long time and could only see that it was dark, seemingly filled with some discarded furniture piled there.

I gazed at the Pixiu with great hope

Whose child is it that is allowed to run around aimlessly at such a late hour

If I abandon the woman and escape in this situation, I will never consider myself a man for the rest of my life, even if there are ghosts at the door, I will accept it

This dream has accompanied me through twenty-five springs, summers, autumns, and winters. As I am about to turn twenty-six, rounding up to nearly thirty, and on the verge of losing hope in life, a miracle finally occurred

Then I relaxed my legs, and I was able to move

Basically, as long as this beginning is established, one will encounter countless beautiful young women offering their affection in the future

I slammed the refrigerator door shut, thinking to myself that it was bad, all those heads. This woman's head and that man's head from yesterday might very well be a couple. Yesterday, I disposed of that man, and now this woman has followed me all the way here!

Those scenarios became increasingly vivid, and he could not determine whether they were illusions, thus he sought me out

I cannot understand why he suddenly became so happy, his hands shaking with joy, spilling beer all over the table

I was puzzled when suddenly a force came, and the door seemed to close by itself

According to the conventions of past television dramas, the expert who usually says such words would begin to cultivate their energy, then spontaneously ignite, with wisps of white smoke rising from their back. They would then open my Ren and Du meridians, pull out a martial arts manual and a small vial of elixir from their bosom, and say: "Now I will transfer all my magical powers to you. Once you learn these, you will no longer be an ordinary person, but a divine being invincible across the world!"

Thus, my grandfather's second uncle's elder brother's great-grandson observed the stars at night, calculated with his fingers, and deduced that after his death, his spiritual power would transfer to me. Therefore, he made ample preparations before passing away

Alright, alright. With a determined heart, I picked up the last bag beside me and walked out.

I hope Old Wang doesn't see this thing, let's not scare him, just say: "It's nothing, nothing, I just slipped my hand." Then, feigning calmness, open the refrigerator door again.

A chilling wind swept through the room

I gathered my energy in the dantian, concentrated my strength in my palm, and struck the door with a single palm.

The woman's voice is gentle and soft, indescribably pleasant to hear

The bedsheet covered the woman's upper body, revealing only her slowly moving feet

I sat on the bed, gasping for breath, the smell of paint filling my nostrils, yet amidst it all, there lingered a faint scent of rust

The workers took a synchronized breath again

The freshly painted walls are snow-white, and the furniture remains the same; only a new coat of paint has been applied, still carrying a faint scent of paint. The incandescent light is glaringly bright, and the small alarm clock on the bedside ticks steadily.

This statement sounds quite intimidating, and I turned to look at him

I am feeling delighted, but I am nervously waiting for San Niang's delicate fingers to unbutton my clothes

It is not that I am lacking in virtue; as the saying goes, the 21st century is in need of talent, and a haunted house lacks vitality. With more people, the ghosts will surely be subdued

I suddenly thought of a question, that night, the female ghost came to find me, why did she stand at the door and not come in

Isn't that the one who was standing at the door of my room on the second floor last night

I opened my eyes in surprise and saw San Niang lying far away on the ground, glaring at me with resentment

"Da", "Da", "Da"

The female ghost was not foolish; with a wave of her hand, she missed her target but immediately turned around and grabbed Old Wang's leg. Her movements were fluid and graceful, clearly indicating that she was well-practiced.

Old Wang lay beside me and slowly revealed the truth.

I stared at San Niang and said without turning my head: "Don't, I'll treat you later, let's go have a meal."

However, after just one day of not seeing him, that person's back has bent even more severely

The female ghost stood still for a moment, her eyes filled with tears, and in an instant, her hostility vanished

Before I had the chance to fully comprehend his meaning, I saw the head in my hand let out a piercing scream, then forcefully broke free from my grasp and flew towards the door, deftly settling on the neck of that woman

I know that a man as outstanding as I am is like a firefly in the dark, a hundred-yuan bill among a pile of coins, and even in the suburbs, cannot conceal the wild temperament that radiates from within.

There is a red circular cushion in front of the altar, which is presumably placed there for people to bow down on.

The woman tilted her head slightly and unexpectedly crossed over the threshold

When the renovation was completed, I had already silently planned the names for our future children in my mind. If it is a girl, she will be named Ma Daling; if it is a boy, he will be named Ma Yingshi

Did you not pay attention to the bus number

Old Wang stared at me for a while, suddenly let out a sigh of relief, laughed twice heartily, feeling as if a stone had dropped from his heart: "Let's drink! Come on, Xiao Ma, I toast to you."

To my surprise, the woman's target was not me, but rather Old Wang, who was facing away from her

The female ghost grabbed Old Wang by the ankle and pulled him towards her, while I exerted all my strength to pull his foot back. The dead children on Old Wang's body crawled along his arms towards me

A plump black rat swiftly scurried past me

When I arrived, I could still see the distant village; now, looking over, it is just a dark expanse of wilderness, devoid of any lights

Fox spirit