Chapter 188 - Chapter 188: Chapter 188: Worry (1/2)

Chapter 188: Chapter 188: Worry

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If Mrs. Bai really had the talent of summoning ghosts, then Zhuang Qingning’s easy elimination of this ghost indicated that she was even more capable.

If instead, Mrs. Bai and Feng Ershu were merely making up stories and putting on a performance to ruin the reputation of the tofu shop, and if Zhuang Qingning was actually able to turn the tables, put on a show of catching the ghost, force Feng Ershu to reveal himself and then admit his deeds, she was even more impressive.

For a while, everyone who had come to catch the excitement looked at Zhuang Qingning with great admiration.

After this hoo-ha was over, anyone who had enjoyed tofu and bean sprouts from Zhuang’s Tofu Shop could now shop without any worries, choosing their favourite food once again.

Zhuang’s Tofu Shop quickly buzzed with activity.

Mrs. Cao and Zhang Qiuying and the others, having moved the tables to the backyard, quickly began to serve customers.

“Zhuang’s girl, you really pulled it off.” Zhang Yongchang watched the lively scene with relish and gave Zhuang Qingning a thumbs up: “Initially, I was worried that you might not be able to handle this, but it appears I was overthinking it. You truly are quick-witted, handling it all perfectly.”

“Right? So from now on, Uncle Zhang, you must believe what I say.” Zhuang Qingning pulled a face, laughing, “At least this time around, the two wicked fellows got their lesson and our shop’s reputation is restored. From nowon, no one will dare to pull such a stunt.”

“Isn’t that the truth.” Zhang Yongchang nodded, but then frowned, “But I reckon you’re going to have more troubles ahead.”

“What?” Zhuang Qingning was momentarily puzzled.

“Today you showed off your skills, and from now on, there will likely be people asking you to perform Feng Shui rituals, to ward off evil spirits.” Zhang Yongchang spoke worriedly.

Many people believe in ghosts and gods. Even if the smarter set could see that Zhuang Qingning had turned the tables, and even if every person knew her strategy, the fact that the doll had fog emanating from it, that it trembled when poked with a needle, and bled when cut by the peach wood sword, was enough for many to deem that Zhuang Qingning was a very powerful individual.

“When that time comes, I’ll just reject them.” said Zhuang Qingning: “It’s not really a big deal, just a bit of talking, and anyway, it’s better than being bullied by people who pretend to be ghosts.”

“That’s true.” Zhang Yongchang nodded in agreement.

Everything always has its ups and downs, you can’t have your cake and eat it too. Although it might take some time to explain everything to people, once Zhuang Qingning had achieved some fame, others wouldn’t dare mess with her.

If asked to choose one from the two situations, one would certainly choose the latter.

“It’s nearly noon, Uncle Zhang, the kitchen must be getting busy. Better get back to it. My shop is bustling too, I need to go help them.” Zhuang Qingning laughed.

These days, Zhuang Qingning always felt like Feng Yongkang of Fushun Tower was giving her a strange look.

Zhuang Qingning didn’t think that she had inadvertently offended Feng Yongkang. The only thing she could think of was that his good relationship with Zhang Yongchang probably made Feng Yongkang think that his chef was assisting an outsider?

Zhuang Qingning initially didn’t pay much attention to this, but since Zhang Yongchang worked at Fushun Tower and they had an employer-employee relationship, Zhuang Qingning didn’t want any misunderstandings between the two because of her, making it difficult for Zhang Yongchang.

So, she persuaded Zhang Yongchang to get back early and to pay more attention to the kitchen.

“Alright, I’ll go first. Call me if you need anything.”

Zhang Yongchang, who hadn’t overthought things, assumed Zhuang Qingning was busy with the shop and knew it was getting late, so he returned to Fushun Tower.

Zhuang Qingning then busied herself around the shop.