Uncle Nine: Scattering beans to create soldiers? I'm using plants and trees to create soldiers.

Tan Baiwan quickly extended his hands and shook hands with Lin Xuan, forcing a slightly forced smile on his face, "Young Master Lin, I've long admired your name."

"Mr. Tan, you're too kind."

Lin Xuan nodded slightly, his gaze lingering on Tan Baiwan's face for a moment.

Although the other person was well-dressed and had a prosperous figure, he had dark circles under his eyes, a haggard face, and a lingering weariness between his brows.

It's obvious that he hasn't had a proper rest for several days.

Lin Xuan asked, "Boss Tan doesn't look too good. Has something happened to you lately?"

Upon hearing this, Tan Baiwan couldn't help but let out a long sigh.

"Alas, Master Lin, to be honest, my luck has been absolutely terrible lately!"

"A few days ago, I went to another place to buy medicinal herbs. On my way back, I was caught in a heavy rain. The rain was so heavy that mud and rocks from the mountain washed onto the official road, completely blocking the way ahead."

"The convoy could only stop in a nearby town, which caused a delay of several days."

At this point, a look of helplessness appeared on Tan Baiwan's face.

"We finally got the official road cleared and were ready to get back on the road, but then we heard news that bandits were robbing the caravan."

"I've heard that those bandits are extremely ruthless; they not only robbed people but also killed several. Some even say that they are invulnerable to swords and spears and possess sorcery."

"We dared not continue our journey and could only hide in the town for a few more days. It wasn't until two days ago, when I heard that the bandits in the area seemed to have stopped moving, that I dared to lead the caravan back."

Lin Xuan's expression shifted slightly upon hearing this.

A bandit who is invulnerable to swords and spears and also knows evil magic?

This description immediately reminded him of the bandits in "Mr. Vampire" who practiced evil magic.

"I thought that once I got home, this trip would finally be over safely."

Tan Baiwan shook his head with a wry smile.

"As soon as I walked in, my son told me that the house we bought a few days ago was not clean."

"He said that every night he would be sleeping in bed, but when he woke up the next day, he would inexplicably appear on the ground."

"Sometimes it was by the bedside, sometimes it was even moved to the doorway. All the servants in the house were treated the same way."

"No matter how tightly you lock the door at night, you'll always find yourself lying on the floor when you wake up the next day."

Tan Baiwan's expression changed slightly as he spoke.

"At first I didn't believe it at all. I just thought that after my son bought the house, he listened to the rumors and scared himself."

"So the day I returned, I moved in myself, and when I opened my eyes the next morning, I was indeed lying on the cold floor."

"The bedding is still intact, and the door and windows have not been opened."

"After just one night, I felt sore all over and had nightmares all night long."

"Thinking about it now, that house probably really was a haunted house!"

After listening, Lin Xuan slowly nodded.

"Boss Tan's luck has really been bad lately."

"However, the heavy rain, road blockages, and news of bandits you encountered on your return may not just be simple bad luck."

Tan Baiwan's expression tightened. "What does Master Lin mean...?"

"That house is very likely not an ordinary residence!"

Lin Xuan began to explain.

"The places where people of Yang live should have abundant Yang energy and stable earth energy."

"However, if the house itself is built on a yin site, or is originally the resting place of the dead, the yin energy will constantly disturb the people living there."

"If a living person lives in a yin dwelling for a long time, not only will they suffer from physical discomfort and lethargy, but their own fortune will also be disturbed."

"At best, everything will go wrong, leading to financial loss and illness! At worst, it might even bring unexpected disaster!"

Upon hearing this, Tan Baiwan's expression immediately changed.

As he recalled his experiences along the way, he felt more and more that Lin Xuan's words made sense.

"Master Lin, please help me with this matter!"

Tan Baiwan quickly stood up and bowed to Lin Xuan.

"Boss Zhang told me before that you once helped him get rid of the water ghost in his backyard well; your methods are extraordinary!"

"My son has invited several Taoist priests these past few days, but although they have received a lot of money and performed elaborate rituals, the situation in the house has not improved at all; in fact, it is getting worse every day."

"Now the servants in the house dare not stay overnight, and business is also affected! As long as Master Lin can resolve this matter, the reward will be negotiable."

Lin Xuan raised his hand, gesturing for him to sit down.

"Mr. Tan, there's no need for that."

"Since I've encountered evil spirits, I certainly won't stand idly by."

"Please wait here for a moment while I prepare some things, and then I will go back to the mansion with you to take a look."

Upon hearing this, Tan Baiwan's weariness immediately faded. "Thank you, Daoist Xiaolin!"

Lin Xuan turned and called out towards the backyard, "Wencai!"

A short while later, Wencai ran out from the backyard. "Senior Brother, what's wrong?"

"Serve tea to Boss Zhang and Boss Tan, and ask the two guests to sit for a moment," Lin Xuan said.

"Okay," Wencai replied, turning around to prepare tea.

Lin Xuan walked towards the backyard. Just as he arrived in front of the house, Qiu Sheng caught up from the side.

"Senior Brother!" Qiu Sheng's eyes lit up. "I heard that too! Are you going to Boss Tan's house to exorcise a ghost?"

"Hmm, what do you want to say?" Lin Xuan glanced at him.

Qiu Sheng chuckled twice. "I've been staying at the mortuary these past few days, either practicing martial arts or chanting scriptures. I haven't even been to the town much. Why don't you take me with you this time? I'd like to broaden my horizons too."

Lin Xuan thought for a moment and then nodded.

Recently, Qiusheng and Wencai have indeed performed well. They cultivate on time every day, help with the processing of spiritual plants and mind-calming incense, and no longer think about slacking off all day like before.

After spending so many days in the mortuary, it's good to take them out for some fresh air.

"Okay. I'll take you and Wencai with me."

"Go and prepare the ritual implements for me; we'll set off in a bit."

Lin Xuan spoke up.

Qiu Sheng's eyes lit up. "Alright! I'll go get ready right away!"

After saying that, he ran excitedly towards the room.

Lin Xuan then went to Uncle Jiu and briefly recounted the haunting of Tan Baiwan's house.

Uncle Nine did not stop him after hearing this.

Lin Xuan has now reached the late stage of the Taoist realm, and his Taoist cultivation is far superior to that of others of the same level. In addition, with his many methods, even ghosts and monsters at the level of mages are no match for him.

Moreover, he sensed the ghostly aura emanating from Tan Baiwan, but it wasn't powerful enough for Lin Xuan to handle.

"It would be good if you took Qiusheng and Wencai with you."

"Although these two lads have made considerable progress recently, cultivating only in the mortuary is ultimately not as good as witnessing evil spirits firsthand."

As he spoke, Uncle Jiu took out several talismans from his pocket and handed them to Lin Xuan.

"I carry these talismans with me in case of emergency."

Lin Xuan accepted the talisman. "Thank you, Master."

Uncle Nine nodded, showing no intention of going along.

Now the number of sacred plants in the backyard of the mortuary is increasing.

In addition to high-quality spiritual plants such as Moonlit Lotus, True Yang Vajra Bamboo, and Different Blood Lotus, there are also items such as the Dragon King Temple Water Vein Map, Well God Statue, and Seven Star Alchemy Furnace.

The surrounding ponds and farmland are also being excavated.

If everyone leaves the mortuary, the losses could be enormous if someone were to scale the walls and steal from it.

Uncle Jiu stayed at the mortuary, which was perfect for guarding the backyard.