Chapter 343 - 340: Master is Not Undeservedly Famous
The news that the Coffin Shop had changed hands had already spread throughout these two or three streets, but only a few informed individuals knew who the new boss was. After all, when Old Man Guan left, a funeral was held and those who knew about the street came to offer incense.
Firecrackers had been set off. Someone was running towards this direction – it was Manager Ji, who sold Ingot Candle Incense. Upon glancing at the shop’s signboard, he read aloud, "Feichang Dao." Then looking towards Qin Liuxi and the others, he smiled and greeted with a bow: "Little Taoist, is your shop opening? Congratulations on the grand opening."
"Congratulations to you too," Qin Liuxi replied with a smile: "Today marks the opening indeed, and I hope for Manager Ji’s continued support in the future."
"Ah, little Taoist has real skills. I dare not claim to support but instead look forward to your care," beamed Manager Ji cheerfully.
Qin Liuxi then chuckled, "We’re all neighbors; it’s proper for us to look out for one another. As our shop officially opens today, Manager Ji is our first destined patron, so I present to you an Amulet for peace and joy."
Chen Pi hurriedly took out a triangle charm from his sleeve and offered it with both hands: "It’s personally drawn by our boss."
Manager Ji’s eyes lit up and he quickly accepted the talisman, having already inquired about this little Taoist, who was no other than Qingping Temple’s Master Buqiu, a name that had recently surged in fame.
People nearby perhaps did not quite understand Master Buqiu’s capabilities, but from interactions with Old Man Guan, Manager Ji knew this was the real deal, and what this Coffin Shop was set to do – offering medical help, expelling evil and selling talismans – was no ordinary business. Just like his own trade of selling Ingot Candle Incense, wouldn’t people still need them?
There was still demand, and plenty of it.
"Thank you, thank you," Manager Ji said, securing the Amulet in his chest pocket. "As little Taoist said, we’re all from the same street. From now on, we should indeed look out for each other, especially since we both run uncommon businesses."
"That makes sense," Chen Pi chuckled.
"Well then, I won’t disturb you anymore." Manager Ji clasped his hands in a bow and returned to his own shop. Soon after, he sent over a small red envelope via an assistant, seeking good fortune.