Courtyard House: Starting by inheriting the tradition and suppressing the barbarians.

In 1991, spring arrived and flowers bloomed.

On this day, the weather in the capital was perfect, with not a cloud in the sky.

For ordinary people, this was just an ordinary weekend.

But for the upper-class circles in Beijing...

Today is a big day that requires us to be on our guard!

Because of Li Xuan, a renowned traditional Chinese medicine master and patriotic industrialist who lived in seclusion deep in Nanluoguxiang.

Today is my 50th birthday celebration!

Nanluoguxiang, this old alley that has witnessed hundreds of years of vicissitudes, has been rejuvenated with an unprecedented air of nobility.

Early in the morning, the alley entrance was cordoned off by the local traffic police, and all unrelated vehicles were required to detour.

Only vehicles carrying the gold-embossed invitation are allowed to slowly drive in.

Even so, the luxury cars parked on both sides of the alley.

The line still stretched as far as the eye could see.

Every guest who stepped out of the car could make their own territory tremble with a stomp of their foot.

"Is that Minister Zhang from the Ministry of Health?"

"I heard that he was saved by Doctor Li back then."

"Look! That's the former director of the Palace Museum!"

"What's that you're holding? It looks like an antique!"

"My goodness, even the Huo and Bao families from Hong Kong have sent flower baskets!"

"Wow, this is quite a show of power..."

The old neighbors in the alley craned their necks to watch the spectacle.

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The main gate of the Li residence was wide open.

Two large red lanterns hung at the entrance, creating a festive atmosphere.

After several years of careful renovation and expansion, the Li Mansion is no longer the messy tenement it once was.

It's not a royal residence, but a true royal mansion!

Inside the main hall, the carved beams and painted rafters create an extraordinary atmosphere.

A huge "Longevity" character hangs in the very center.

The armchairs on both sides were already filled with distinguished guests who had come to offer their congratulations.

Li Xuan was dressed in a purplish-red brocade Tang suit, and was holding two patina-red lion head beads in his hands.

Although he is already at the age of fifty, for a cultivator...

The traces of time simply do not exist.

However, not wanting to be exposed, he deliberately pretended to be innocent.

Even so, his complexion remained rosy and his skin firm.

He looks to be in his early thirties at most.

Standing there, he exudes an aura of otherworldly grace and dignified authority, befitting a master!

"Dean Li, congratulations! May you enjoy boundless happiness and longevity!"

"Mr. Li, this is the Heart Sutra written by Emperor Qianlong himself. It's just a small token of my appreciation!"

A Hong Kong businessman respectfully handed over the brocade box.

Li Xuan accepted it with a smile, but did not open it.

He casually handed it to the butler behind him, as if the priceless antique was just an ordinary trinket.

"Mr. Wang, you're too kind. Your presence is a great honor for me. Please come in."

Li Xuan's every move exuded the demeanor of a master.

Hua Youlin, standing beside him, was wearing a dark green cheongsam with a white fur shawl over it.

Even though she is over forty, she is still very well-maintained and looks like she is in her early twenties.

This made her stand out from the crowd of socialites and wealthy women.

The two of them standing together looked like a perfect couple, envied by all.

......

Just then.

The butler outside the door suddenly shouted.

"Major General Li Tian from the Northwest Military Region has arrived!!"

This announcement instantly silenced the previously noisy hall.

Everyone instinctively looked towards the doorway.

"Thump! Thump! Thump!"

A series of steady, powerful footsteps approached.

A burly, dark-skinned middle-aged man strode in.

He was dressed in a crisp general's uniform, and the golden star on his shoulder gleamed under the lights.

He exuded an aura of iron-blooded ruthlessness!

It was Li Xuan's younger brother, Li Tian!

This guy was known as the "Northwest Wolf" in the army!

He was an iron-blooded general who struck fear into the hearts of his enemies!

Upon seeing Li Xuan, his tiger-like eyes instantly turned red.

He strode forward and suddenly stood at attention three steps away from Li Xuan.

He gave Li Xuan a standard military salute.

"Li Tian is ordered to return to the team!"

Happy birthday, brother! May you live a long and healthy life!

The sound was so loud that it shook the dust off the roof beams.

Looking at his younger brother, who used to follow him around like a shadow, Li Xuan was filled with mixed emotions.

That little kid from back then is now a pillar of the nation and a commander-in-chief.

"well!"

Li Xuan strode forward, grabbed Li Tian's shoulder, and patted him hard.

"It's good to be back! You look sharp in your uniform! Better than your brother!"

"Brother, without you, there would be no Li Tian today!"

Li Tianhu's eyes were filled with tears, and his voice choked with emotion.

Before everyone could recover from the shock of the general's return, the steward shouted again:

"Professor and doctoral supervisor at Peking University School of Medicine!"

"Ms. Li Xiaoyu, recipient of the State Special Allowance, has arrived!"

A gentle breeze swept by.

An elegant woman wearing gold-rimmed glasses walked in.

She moved with a light step, possessed a cool and aloof demeanor, and exuded an air of scholarly refinement.

Happy birthday, brother and sister-in-law!

Li Xiaoyu walked up to Li Xuan, a rare mischievous smile on her face.

She took a thick file folder out of her bag and handed it to Li Xuan like a treasure.

"Brother, I know you don't lack money or antiques."

"This is a paper I just published in The Lancet, a top international medical journal."

"It's about 'molecular-targeted extraction of effective components from traditional Chinese medicine'."

"This contains the ideas you taught me back then."

"This is my birthday gift to you!"

The entire audience erupted in uproar.

Those in the know understand what it means to publish a paper in The Lancet.

That's the Oscars of the medical world!

Li Xiaoyu is a doctoral supervisor at a young age and has published articles in top international journals. She is simply a medical genius!

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Li Xuan took the paper, laughed heartily, and exclaimed, "Great! This gift is exactly what I wanted!"

"The Li family's medical skills have a worthy successor!"

Immediately afterwards, a fragrant breeze wafted by, accompanied by the butler's slightly excited voice:

"Famous film star, double Golden Rooster Award and Hundred Flowers Award Best Actress winner, Ms. Li Yue, has arrived!"

This sound caused many of the young guests present to stand up.

Li Yue was wearing a bright red French haute couture evening gown and sunglasses.

He entered, escorted by a group of bodyguards.

She took off her sunglasses, and her stunningly beautiful face instantly made all the lights in the room pale in comparison.

"dad!"

This is a national goddess who is aloof and beautiful on screen.

At this moment, she completely disregarded her image and screamed like a little girl as she threw herself into Li Xuan's arms.

He even gave Li Xuan a big kiss on the cheek.

"Oh my little darling, slow down, slow down, don't fall!"

As Li Xuan spoke, he held his daughter tightly in his arms, grinning from ear to ear.

"How was it? Was Cannes fun?"

"It's no fun! The food over there is awful, I'm dying to eat the homemade noodles with soybean paste!"

Li Yue, acting coquettishly, pulled out a gleaming gold trophy from behind her back.

"Dad, this is the Best Actress award I just won. Here, you can use it as a drinking glass!"

"Okay! Dad will use it to drink tonight!"

Li Xuan affectionately pinched his daughter's nose.

Finally, a deep engine roar sounded at the doorway.

A black, extended Rolls-Royce Phantom came to a smooth stop at the entrance.

The butler's voice trembled slightly:

"Mr. Lou Xiao, CEO of Jishi Group and Vice President of the Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce, has arrived!"

The car door opened, and Lou Xiao, dressed in a sharp dark suit, stood out. The Patek Philippe watch on his wrist gleamed with a cold light.

He is now a rising star in the business world!

Holding billions of yuan in funds from Jishi Pharmaceutical!

He achieved great success in his investments in Pudong and Shenzhen, earning him the title of "business prodigy".

His mother, Lou Xiao'e, followed behind him.

"Uncle Li!"

Lou Xiao strode into the hall, bowed deeply to Li Xuan, and was extremely respectful.

"Wishing Uncle Li good health and longevity! This is just a small token of my appreciation."

Lou Xiao took out a file folder and presented it with both hands.

"This is the second phase planning map of our land in Lujiazui, Pudong."

Li Xuan took the file bag and nodded with satisfaction: "You did a great job."

"It's even better than I imagined."

……

Looking at this hall full of children and grandchildren, each one of them is an outstanding individual.

Li Tian is a pillar of the army, commanding a large force to protect the country.

Xiaoyu is a renowned physician, an academic giant, and a lifesaver.

Li Yue is a cultural icon, a top-tier actress, and a shining star on the international stage.

Lou Xiao is a business tycoon, extremely wealthy, and a powerful figure in the business world.

And beside him is his wife, Hua Youlin, who remains elegant and beautiful, and holds a high diplomatic position.

Li Xuan sat in the center of the grand master's chair, looking around, a sense of accomplishment and pride welling up in his heart.

Back when he first transmigrated to this courtyard house, what a mess it was.

The courtyard was teeming with beasts, scheming against each other, devouring people without spitting out their bones.

Yi Zhonghai is hypocritical, Liu Haizhong is power-hungry, Yan Bugui is scheming, and Xu Damao is insidious.

The Jia family, like vampires, are watching everyone.

Those were dark and oppressive years.

And what about now?

The beasts are long gone, some dead, some scattered, turned into dust of history.

The weeds on those two lonely graves have probably withered several times over.

But Li Xuan, on this ruin, built a true mansion brick by brick!

This is not about taking shortcuts or resorting to crooked methods.

It is not through wisdom, strength, but through a steadfast Chinese heart that remains true to its original aspirations!

"Good! Good! Good!"

Li Xuan uttered three "good"s in succession, his heroic spirit soaring to the clouds, his voice shaking the roof tiles.

"Someone come here! Take a picture!"

The photographers, who had already set up their equipment, immediately took their positions.

Li Xuan, holding Hua Youlin's hand, sat upright in the grand master's chair in the center.

On the left is the imposing General Li Tian, ​​dressed in military uniform.

On the right is the intellectual PhD, Li Xiaoyu, who is gentle and graceful.

Behind her stood the radiant superstar Li Yue and the charismatic and domineering CEO Lou Xiao.

"Mr. Li, smile! Three, two, one!"

"Snap!"

The flashing lights froze this moment into eternity.

In the photo, everyone's smile is so bright, so confident, so composed.

This family photo not only captured the spring of 1991.

It also captured the glorious moment of the Li family as a top-tier wealthy family and a family of national heroes in Beijing!

This is not just the rise of a family, but also a microcosm of an era.

Li Xuan looked at the camera, a slight smile playing on his lips.

He knew that the legend of the Li family had only just begun!

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