Becoming a Taoist Master by Walking on the Underworld

Chapter 244 Ghost Brings Wealth, Wealth-Bringing Ghost

"You little brat."

"Can't I come here and chat for a bit if I have nothing to do?"

Liu Hexuan chuckled and cursed, then couldn't help but glance at the surroundings, saying, "This place really does become more lively once people are here."

Especially this tree, which was almost dead.

"And in less than half a month, it's sprouted new branches and is lush and green?"

"The environment can change people, and people can also change the environment."

Chen Yushu smiled and explained calmly.

Now, he is more skilled and adept at using formations. The formations that were originally set up have become more perfect after his adjustments.

The most obvious manifestation was in the flowers, plants, and trees in the yard, which were lush and green, growing three to five times faster than the outside world. The purified energy they produced was so abundant that it overflowed, causing the flowers and plants in the surrounding neighbors' yards to grow even more luxuriantly.

Such changes are quite normal.

Yes.

correct.

"The reason I came here this time is twofold: firstly, the medicinal herbs you gave me last time are mostly complete, and I need you to verify them; secondly, Manager Su, you're back."

Then, Liu Hexuan explained the purpose of his visit.

"Master is back?"

Chen Yushu was taken aback.

Previously, when he participated in the genius assessment, his mentor, Manager Su, was supposed to be present. He had mentioned before that he would come to watch the competition.

It was later explained that the delay was due to the urgent need to transport a batch of medicinal herbs.

Looking back now, it seems that once the matter was over, I turned back and stopped by to see him.

"Where is he now? Take me there."

Chen Yushu said repeatedly.

Although his current strength should be no weaker than Manager Su's, and perhaps even better.

But a teacher for a day is a teacher for life, so he naturally wouldn't be arrogant because of it.

"It hasn't arrived yet."
However, it should be about time, we're almost there.

"Come with me to check all the medicinal herbs. Your master should be arriving soon."

Liu Hexuan said with a smile.

"it is good!"

Upon hearing this, Chen Yushu did not hesitate and immediately nodded in agreement.

Then, the two went out together.

On the way, Liu Hexuan asked curiously, "I see you collecting materials, are you planning to refine pills?"

"Could it be that Old Master Liu has already passed on the Liu family's alchemy techniques to you?"

The old master of the Liu family came from Medicine King Valley and was an elite disciple of Medicine King Valley. In addition to being proficient in medical theory and pharmacology, his greatest skill was alchemy.

The reason why the Liu family was able to establish itself in Qinghe County, and even ranked among the top three at its peak, was because the Liu family patriarch's alchemy skills and the spiritual pills he refined were of great help to countless martial artists.

Only then can one gain a foothold.

Although there are many doctors in the Liu family's pharmacy, there are not many who are truly proficient in alchemy.

Even Liu Hexuan was only proficient in medicine; he did not inherit much knowledge in alchemy.

Seeing that Chen Yushu was buying large quantities of medicinal herbs, clearly intending to use them for alchemy, that's why this inquiry was made.

I felt a strange pang of sadness in my heart.

However, he also felt that given the talent and strength the other party had shown in this genius assessment, if he were to ask to learn the art of alchemy, then it would be difficult for Old Master Liu to refuse.

"not at all.

I only received a copy of the alchemy inheritance by accident.

This time, I just plan to give it a try first.

Chen Yushu smiled and offered an explanation, but then his brows furrowed slightly.

He suddenly noticed that a shop not far ahead was crowded with people.

This is a tailor shop.

However, those browsing and buying things in this tailor shop were not just women, but also many men.

Several people, even those carrying loads on their shoulders, stopped near the shop, put down their loads, and went inside, looking as if they couldn't resist picking out raw fabric to make a garment.

"It's really weird."

I was originally going to the docks to wait for work, but somehow when I got here, I suddenly lost my mind and went straight in to order a set of clothes.

I don't even have money for next month's rent, and this has cost me another sum. It's also delayed my job search. All the jobs are full today, so I can only get some work if I get up early tomorrow..."

What a coincidence.

Just then, two young men happened to pass by.

One of them sighed as he spoke.

Clearly, he didn't originally intend to wear more clothes, but he couldn't help himself while walking here.

After selecting and paying, he realized his mistake and rushed to the dock, only to find that the goods were all gone and he had no chance to go. Helpless, he had to return.

Another person standing nearby chimed in, "Me too."

However, I'm a little better than you. When it came time to pay, I realized my mistake and didn't sell it.

However, afterwards, no matter what they did, things just went wrong.

Walking along the road, I kicked a stone slab, and it hurt terribly. I had tripped and fallen while carrying a sack of rice earlier, spilling rice all over the ground. Not only did I have to pay five or six taels of silver, but I also injured my back. Now I can barely walk, and to make matters worse, I've lost all my work for today..."

The other person also spoke, his face full of frustration.

Although he seemed to have saved money on the custom-made clothes, he still lost six or seven taels of silver in one day. In addition, he was injured, which was a truly unexpected disaster, and the loss was even greater.

"Who says otherwise?"

This is really weird!

Upon hearing this, the other person quickly responded.

The two of them became inexplicably closer, as if they were sharing a similar misfortune.

"Speaking of which, this shop is indeed a bit eerie."

When I passed by just now, I almost couldn't resist going into that shop.

Luckily, I have great self-control. I remembered I should go to your house to remind you, so I rushed over there.

Liu Hexuan was also a martial artist, and although the two were speaking softly, he heard them completely. He immediately agreed and chimed in with a comment.

Of course I couldn't help it.

After all, it's money coming from the ghosts.

Moreover, wealth and honor come from here, and he sits right at the entrance of this shop, constantly exerting his influence.

If you know what's good for you, then just obediently spend money to buy things, and naturally everything will be fine and you won't be affected.

But if you're stingy with money, you'll be in trouble.

Being targeted by a money-gathering ghost can result in anything from minor injuries to more serious consequences…

As he spoke, Chen Yushu looked at the young man who hadn't gone far and said, "Just like that one, not only will he be unlucky, but he will also lose a lot of money."

"Ghost money?

A money ghost? "

Liu Hexuan was taken aback, then immediately realized what was happening and exclaimed, "You mean, this is the work of a ghost?"

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He certainly believed Chen Yushu's words.

He had known for a long time that Chen Yushu was not only a martial artist, but also proficient in the secret arts of Yin and Yang, and was a person who cultivated both Taoism and martial arts.

Now that the other party is saying this with such seriousness, they must have discovered something. "That's right."

However, I didn't expect this money-making ghost to be so arrogant.

"They dare to cause such crazy trouble in broad daylight."

Chen Yushu looked at the ghost standing at the gate. It looked like a businessman in his thirties or forties. Although its face was dark and bluish, it kept waving at people.

If someone glances at its tailor shop out of unintentional or curiosity, its ghostly eyes immediately flash with a glint of light, instantly bewitching the person into walking into the shop, buying something, and paying with silver.

Usually at this point, the ghost will stop paying attention and let the other party leave safely.

However, if the person who has been misled suddenly realizes the truth along the way, the money-giving ghost will immediately change its face and use all sorts of tricks to bring misfortune upon them.

Although it won't directly kill anyone.

But it can also cause people to get hurt or lose money.

"There really is something ghostly?"
What should we do then?

Upon hearing this, Liu Hexuan couldn't help but show a hint of fear on his face.

Although he was skilled in martial arts, he was still very wary and afraid of things that were invisible and intangible.

The key point is that this ghost in front of him seems so ferocious, daring to come out in broad daylight and openly attack ordinary people. It's really too powerful.

If he had known earlier, he would have kept his distance and dared not have taken that path.

"It doesn't matter."

Chen Yushu waved his hand.

He was curious whether the shop owner knew about the ghost or not.

So he stepped inside and headed towards the shop.

Seeing that someone had entered the shop without his invitation, the money-bringing ghost looked bewildered for a moment, then seemed to quickly realize what was happening and waved to Chen Yushu, activating its ghostly skill.

Almost instantly, Chen Yushu felt a layer of hazy aura approaching him.

However, as soon as this aura approached, a wisp of pure light emerged from Chen Yushu's body, completely neutralizing and dispelling it.

Immediately afterwards, Chen Yushu gave the money-grubbing ghost a knowing look.

Without looking at the other person's terrified and astonished expression, he tentatively went inside.

The tailor shop was quite crowded, and a middle-aged woman was greeting customers.

However, the real owner of the tailor shop was not her, but a woman in her thirties, dressed in purple, exuding a mature charm.

She seemed to have noticed the extraordinary qualities of Chen Yushu and Liu Hexuan as well. She, who had been sitting in the back doing accounts, immediately stood up and came to greet them.

"Two guests."

Is there anything I need?

When she was a few steps away from Chen Yushu and the others, she quickly greeted them.

"The boss lady's business looks so enviable."

Chen Yushu replied with a smile.

"I don't know why, but the business is unusually good."

Some people who clearly hadn't planned to buy clothes suddenly came in and bought a set halfway through the walk.

It's strange, though. There are a few people who clearly intend to buy, but as soon as they pass by my shop, they are immediately attracted and buy one or two sets.

Business, just like that, improved without anyone even realizing it.

The proprietress smiled and spoke.

"Oh?

"I wonder, when did your shop start doing so well, proprietress?"

Immediately afterwards, Chen Yushu asked.

"what?

Why do you say that, guest?

However, this business is indeed unusually good.

Things were just average until three days ago when things suddenly got much better.

The proprietress was initially puzzled, but then seemed to remember something and spoke up.

He seemed somewhat puzzled by this matter.

"Is your husband still alive?"

Chen Yushu finally spoke and asked.

The proprietress's body jolted, a hint of hesitation flashing across her face, before she immediately became agitated. "You, who are you? Do you have any news about my husband?"

As her expression became agitated, the middle-aged male ghost who had been beckoning for wealth at the door immediately rushed over, stood in front of the proprietress, baring his teeth and brandishing his claws, as if he was about to attack her.

Chen Yushu didn't care.

There was only one fierce ghost on either side.

He posed almost no threat.

As for the current situation, he probably already understands it.

The male ghost in front of us, if I'm not mistaken, should be the landlady's husband.

He died outside due to some accident.

Driven by his obsession, he returned home and transformed into a money-bringing ghost, attracting wealth to his family's business.

This is what led to this peculiar phenomenon.

This situation is actually quite common. Generally, after someone dies in the household, the spirit, feeling the hardship of the family, will transform into a ghost and stay in the house to bring wealth.

However, ordinary ghosts are not like the one in front of us, who immediately transforms into a vengeful spirit upon death and even gains the ability to attract wealth.

So much so that its remarkable ability to attract wealth has led to a harmful practice.

Ordinary money-bringing ghosts only have a small-scale influence. They select specific people with needs to enter the store and buy things. If the person insists on not buying, the money-bringing ghost will use magic to frighten them, making them "act impulsively" and indicating that if they do not buy, disaster will befall them.

Buying things at the corresponding store is considered paying money to avoid trouble.

At this point, even if most people have "come to their senses," they will still choose to buy things out of a sense of "safety" and "avoidance of disaster."

Those who don't believe in evil spirits will naturally be taught a lesson by ghosts, suffer a little loss, and have a little bad luck.

Moreover, the time it takes for a "wealth-attracting ghost" to bring wealth is usually very short, ranging from three to seven days.

Seven days later, before the night of the return of the soul, they must leave, otherwise the ghost messengers will come to take them away.

Don't you find it strange?

Why is it that there is a tailor shop across the street, and that the shop is even more spacious than yours, but its business is far less successful than yours?

"It is because someone protected your family that you have received this windfall."

As Chen Yushu spoke, he sighed and said, "If it were just an ordinary money-making ghost, I wouldn't want to bother with it. It's perfectly reasonable for it to bring in a little wealth to provide more security for one's family."

But if your family uses ghostly magic to attract wealth, which leads to man-made disaster, then that's really not right.

Now that I've seen it, I can't just ignore it.

Chen Yushu sighed and said.

"My husband, is he really dead?"

Upon hearing this, the proprietress's face turned deathly pale.

She had actually felt it for a while.

Three nights ago, while she was asleep, she vaguely sensed that her husband had returned, but when she opened her eyes, there was no one around.

Then the next day, the store's business was exceptionally good.

At the time, she didn't think much of it. Although she felt strange afterward, she also thought it was a good thing. In addition, she had a lot of clothes to order and was busy until late every day, so she didn't have time to think about it.

Upon hearing Chen Yushu's words, he suddenly understood and a myriad of thoughts surged into his mind.

(End of this chapter)