Chapter 71

Chapter 71

Chen Fu stomped his feet in anxiety.

“Old Auntie, when I was mining, I had no idea there was such an ancestor buried down there!”

“If I had known, I wouldn’t have dared to dream of digging on the Tai Sui’s head, no matter how much money they offered me!”

“What do I do now?”

“If it really comes down to it, should I have my men refill the hilltop with soil?”

“I can have them pile it high!”

Deaf Granny was so exasperated by Chen Fu that she almost laughed.

“You silly boy, how can you be as thick-headed as my Sanwa!”

“The state has already sent people down to excavate the tomb. If you start dumping soil on top of them, the police will haul you away instantly!”

Chen Fu was completely at his wit’s end. He threw his hands up, his face a mask of misery.

“Old Auntie, things have come to this. What do you suggest?”

“Is there really no way out for me?”

Deaf Granny gritted her teeth and made a decision.

“Since you’re a good-hearted man, and for the sake of the friendship between our two boys, this old woman will do her best to save you!”

“From this moment on, don’t go home.”

“Bring your wife here as well!”

“The two of you will stay in the side wing.”

“The Immortal Spirits are enshrined there. Hopefully, they can help you weather this calamity!”

Chen Fu nodded frantically.

“Alright, I’ll do whatever you say!”

“I’ll have my driver go pick up my wife right now!”

Supported by Hua Jiunan and Chen Daji, Deaf Granny walked into the side wing to light incense at the Chuma shrine hall.

“Immortal Spirits, you must have heard what this old woman just said.”

“A human life is at stake. I ask that you show mercy and allow this family to stay here for a few days.”

“Once this is over, I will make sure Chen Fu erects a monument in the temple to commemorate your merits.”

After Deaf Granny finished speaking, the room remained silent for a long time.

Chen Daji grew anxious. “Grandma, do the Immortal Spirits not agree?!”

Deaf Granny nodded helplessly. “Sigh, it seems we’ll have to find another way!”

Seeing that Chen Daji was on the verge of tears, Hua Jiunan stepped forward. He personally lit three sticks of incense and placed them in the censer.

“Immortal Spirits, Daji and I are like brothers. I ask that you please help his family!”

This time, there was no delay. A voice drifted from Chang Huaiyuan’s spirit tablet.

“The young master physician is too polite. Let his family move in.”

A shrill voice also emanated from Hemp-clad Grandmother’s spirit tablet.

“Daji, you little brat, what are you crying for? Where’s your backbone?”

“When your family moves in, bring more of that stuff you gave me last time.”

“What was it called… I’ve forgotten.”

Chen Daji quickly chimed in.

“They’re called spicy strips!”

“Don’t worry, Grandmother! I’ll have my dad buy a whole truckload!”

That night, led by Hua Jiunan, Chen Fu and his wife successfully moved into the side wing.

Boxes of spicy strips were piled from the courtyard to every corner of the room.

Hua Jiunan even wondered if Chen Fu had sent his driver to buy out every spicy strip in the entire town!

The moment he entered the side wing, Chen Fu felt as if a thousand-pound weight had been lifted from his shoulders. His entire body felt inexplicably light.

The constant restlessness and the feeling of his heart jumping out of his chest were gone.

He quickly pulled his wife down to kneel before the Various Altars to burn incense and kowtow, muttering incessantly.

“This junior thanks the Immortal Spirits for their protection.”

“Um… if there aren’t enough spicy strips, just come to me in a dream, and I’ll have someone deliver a few more truckloads immediately…”

Hua Jiunan wanted to laugh but felt it would be impolite. He could only say, “Uncle, Auntie, you should get some rest.”

“If you need anything, just call me.”

Chen Fu quickly caught hold of Hua Jiunan and whispered, “Jiunan, don’t leave just yet. I need to ask you something.”

“Since I’m staying here, are there any taboos I should be aware of?”

This question actually stumped Hua Jiunan. He thought for a moment before speaking.

“There shouldn’t be anything in particular. Eldest Brother Chang Huaiyuan and Grandmother are both very easy to talk to.”

Having spent years navigating the complexities of society, Chen Fu was well-versed in the ways of the world.

He thought to himself: *Easy to talk to? That depends on who’s talking! I’m a newcomer seeking protection; I’d better follow the rules!*

And so, Chen Fu scrubbed himself clean from head to toe, paying extra attention to his sweaty feet.

After placing his shoes outside the door, he didn’t forget to caution his wife.

“If I start snoring while I’m asleep, wake me up immediately. We mustn’t upset the Immortal Spirits!”

Chen Daji’s mother was an honest, simple country woman. She nodded quickly upon hearing this.

“Don’t worry, go to sleep.”

“I’ll wait until you’re asleep and I’m sure you aren’t snoring before I go to bed.”