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However, upon further reflection, it didn't really matter. At the very least, I needed to earn some money before I could think about moving houses. For now, I would just stay here; as long as those Gui Wu didn't cause any trouble, it would be fine. If they did, I could always set up a few more formations to keep them at bay!
My father returned to our hometown half a month after I recovered. He mainly felt uncomfortable staying in the city; it wasn't as cozy as home, and the space was cramped. Back in our hometown, he could chat with old friends, while here he was mostly confined to the house.
He said to me, "When you have children someday, I'll come back to help take care of them!"
I chuckled, feeling a bit shy at the thought of that being Jian Jie. It was a strange feeling!
When my father left, I heard from Fei Fei's mother that she had already found a decent person for my dad—a man who had lost his wife in an accident years ago and had been alone since. It seemed he was looking for a companion to share his life with.
One concern that had been weighing on my mind was finally settled. My father deserved to live well for himself.
Once I was fully recovered, I began organizing the business of Jie Yuan Pu.
I started sorting and categorizing all the clients while also maintaining customer relationships and after-sales service. Gradually, we gained a bit of reputation.
Of course, there were also new clients brought in by old ones, with Jiang Brother contributing the most. As for the complicated relationship between him and Miao Yayun, since I was in the middle, Miao Yayun didn't pursue it any further. She simply stated she never wanted to see him again and returned to Miao Village.
After Solemn was promoted to director, he found himself with more free time and surprisingly didn't come around as often. It turned out he had struck up a romance with the police flower from his department and was busy planning their wedding. That police flower was none other than my quirky sister, Liu Er.
Although Solemn seemed carefree on the surface, he was actually quite reliable. I felt reassured about Liu Er marrying him; my real concern should be for Solemn!
As for Ruo Yu and Ruo Zhuo, they had long been together. Their unique identities made them less concerned about human conventions. Ruo Zhuo seemed to have regained her true nature, but thankfully Ruo Yu was down-to-earth. They made quite the perfect match. Still, I couldn't help but worry about what kind of children they might have!
After Wu Yuanyuan performed Han Che's secret technique, the two of them gradually developed feelings for each other and ended up together. Thinking of Wu Lao's last words brought me some comfort. With Han Che taking care of her, I felt a bit more at ease.
Han Che had now become the head of the Special Investigation Bureau. Not only did he swiftly eliminate the remnants of the Evil Spirit Cult after the great battle, but he also repurposed the former Underground City of the Evil Spirit Cult as a secret base for the Special Investigation Bureau. In addition to the original security measures, many early warning formations were added, making it nearly impenetrable—so secure that not even a mosquito could get in.
As for Jian Jie, I had picked up the note Ruo Yu gave me many times. I had memorized the eleven-digit number on it, yet every time I picked up the phone, I found myself unable to press the keys.
So I kept that note. Fortunately, after my reputation spread, more people began to visit Jie Yuan Pu. They came with various supernatural inquiries, from choosing locations for building houses to naming newborns.
With business thriving, money came in quickly. Additionally, Ruo Yu had earned some over the past three years. After gathering everything together, I finally managed to repay Jiang Brother.
From that point on, this house truly belonged to me. When I returned the money to Jiang Zong, he was reluctant to accept it. To him, it was a trivial amount, but for me, it was a burden that needed to be lifted.
Every busy day felt incredibly fulfilling; time seemed to pass much faster. Before I knew it, winter solstice had arrived. A few days before the solstice, snow began to fall—this was perhaps the heaviest snowfall H City had seen in years. The snow piled up past my ankles.
I donned a military green overcoat and brought along everything I needed as I made my way to the cemetery in the west of the city.
I visited the graves of Qin, An Old Man, Wu Lao, Feng Daoist, and my master. Although they were merely tombs for their clothing and remains, I still felt compelled to come during Qingming and winter solstice.
I cleared away the snow around their gravestones and took out prepared yellow paper, firecrackers, incense candles, and respectfully bowed three times. Then I poured out some wine at each grave.
Now that I couldn’t enter the Sea of Consciousness anymore, I had no idea how my master and the others were doing. I understood this was a long-term tug-of-war; only when that person's spiritual consciousness was completely worn down would my master and his companions be able to rest easy and move on.
Thinking back to that day made my heart heavy. So I sat in the snow and took swigs from my bottle of liquor.
As my vision blurred from drunkenness, a familiar figure seemed to approach me. Dressed in a bright-colored down jacket with a large scarf wrapped around her neck and thick gloves and hat on her head, she looked so bundled up that it was hard to tell who she was. But as soon as she stepped closer, I knew it was Jian Jie coming towards me.
“Why are you here? Don’t you usually come during the New Year?” I said, half-opening my eyes, thinking this was all just a figment of my imagination.
Jian Jie forced a smile at me. “You just got better and you’re sleeping in the snow? Are you planning to sleep for three years?”
Hearing her voice so close, I felt more awake, and I quickly sat up. “It really is you!”
Jian Jie nodded. “I remember someone confessing in front of so many people. How come, after being better for half a year, you didn’t even think to call me? Are you having second thoughts?”
I touched my head; my hair had grown back over the twisted scar on my forehead during these past six months. “If I hadn’t come, would you have never thought to call me for the rest of your life?”
I waved my hands hurriedly. “Of course not! I was just about to call… I thought if you didn’t come, I would go find you, no matter how far it took…”
“Hey, what are you laughing at? I’m being serious; my words are more genuine than gold…” I saw Jian Jie walking quickly outside and thought she was angry, so I babbled an explanation.
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Later on, Jian Jie became my wife and the owner of Jie Yuan Pu.
One day, I lay in a rocking chair under the Camphor Tree, resting with my eyes closed. On the tea table beside me sat a teapot.
From a distant speaker came an advertisement I recorded many years ago: Exorcise Evil Spirits and Ensure Safety, Zhen Zhai Zhuan Yun Zhao Tao Hua. There’s nothing you can’t think of that we can’t solve. Jie Yuan Pu is having a grand opening sale—no 88,888, no 6,666, just 998. With 998, you won’t be fooled; with 998, you won’t suffer losses…
As I reveled in my own pride, Wan Er’s sweet voice broke through. “Daddy, who’s talking in there?”
I patted Wan Er's head and said proudly, "Of course, it's Daddy!"
Wan Er covered her ears in disdain. "Daddy's voice is really ugly."
Then she scampered back into the house with her short legs.
From time to time, I saw Jian Jie leading Wan Er out. "Stop making all that noise. Just stop..."
With that, she pressed the button on the old speaker to turn it off.
I watched the two of them in the light and shadow—one with a playful frown and the other pouting.
Life is nothing more than this! Sometimes catching ghosts, resolving grievances, and returning home to live a peaceful life with family—what could be more carefree and joyful?
(THE END)
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