Becoming a widow for the sake of good fortune? The short-lived prince lived a hundred years

This sound was like pouring a bucket of cold water into a hot oil pan, instantly cooling down the lively scene.

Especially the people around you, they are the most powerful witnesses.

Luo Qing quickly said, "That's not true. It's just hearsay. Don't take it seriously!"

"Of course not! This is a huge deal. The previous owner must have been incredibly unlucky, so they sold the restaurant that had been passed down for generations!"

Luo Qing looked at Yan Xining hurriedly. This kind of thing seemed difficult to explain.

Yan Xining said calmly, "Uncle, you said our boss had bad luck in the past. Do you have any solid evidence?"

"Everyone around here knows this! Strange noises used to be heard from this restaurant at night, and people even saw white shadows floating around inside, scaring everyone around so much they didn't dare get close. The previous owner's business plummeted, and his family suffered one disaster after another. If this isn't haunted, what is?"

Yan Xining smiled slightly, a smile that seemed to reassure everyone: "Uncle, what you said are just groundless rumors. Where are there such things as ghosts in this world? If ghosts really exist, why have the government never heard of them? Why haven't we encountered any unusual things during the renovation of this restaurant?"

She turned her head and said, "During the renovations, I sometimes stayed here alone at night. I'm sure someone must have seen me around. If there really were a ghost, how could I stand here peacefully? Besides, the previous owner's family had an accident because a family member was sick. People eat whole grains, so isn't it normal to get sick?"

"What's with that white shadow and strange noise?"

Yan Xining remained calm. "After someone in the previous owner's family fell ill, he wasn't as attentive to the restaurant as before. He was often away, so a thief got malicious and came in at night to steal things. The matter has been investigated, and the perpetrators have been sent to the authorities. If you don't believe me, you can go to the Dusi Yamen and ask!"

"The master of Nanshan Temple once said that choosing an unlucky location for a restaurant would bring bad luck. What do you mean by that?"

Yan Xining smiled. At this moment, a monk emerged from the inner room. He was dressed in a neat and clean cassock, holding a Zen staff. His steps were steady, and his face was peaceful yet dignified. He walked up to the group and clasped his hands together in a slight salute.

"Amitabha!" The monk's voice was deep and resonant, with a calming power. "I am Jueyuan from Nanshan Temple. Previously, Donor Chu went to Nanshan Temple to ask for divination, and Donor Chu's face showed that it was indeed so. This time, Donor Ning specially invited me to come and re-examine. Everything in the world has cause and effect, and it varies from person to person. The restaurant has changed hands, and the hexagram has changed. This place is very auspicious!"

Master Jueyuan is the abbot of Nanshan Temple. His words are more convincing than any explanation.

Those questioning voices no longer exist.

Someone shouted, "The auspicious time has arrived!"

Immediately, two waiters held incense and lit firecrackers. The crackling sound exploded in the air. Amid the festive sound of firecrackers, Yan Xining pulled open the red silk covering the plaque.

The three words "Zhuangyuanlou" appeared in front of everyone.

There are quite a few candidates here today, including some Confucian scholars who live near the Imperial Examination Hall.

Someone exclaimed: "What a nice word, what a good metaphor!"

These three characters are written with a calm and majestic grace, the strokes flowing naturally and smoothly, like the water of a river, rushing endlessly. These three characters alone evoke a scene of eternal prosperity.

Which candidate doesn’t want to be the top scholar?

These three words carry the meaning of endless life, which makes people feel very proud.

Luo Qing saw the opportunity and immediately said loudly: "Everyone, whether you are drinking, eating, or calling friends, you have come to the right place. Our restaurant's chef is an imperial chef and his skills are excellent. Besides, today we have a 20% discount and give away a signature dish. Don't miss it if you pass by!"

From the entrance, I saw that the restaurant had bright windows and clean tables, and the layout was comfortable and grand, so many people walked in immediately.

Luo Qing beamed and continued to intensify his efforts: "Our restaurant is not just a place to eat. We also have comfortable guest rooms for you to rest. If you are a candidate taking the Spring Examination, you can enjoy an even greater discount if you stay here during these three days. You can enjoy half-price accommodation and meals! Think about it, everyone, if you eat well and stay well during this exam preparation period, you will have the energy to deal with the exam, right?"

A buzz of discussion erupted in the crowd, and the eyes of many of the seemingly successful candidates lit up. Seeing this, Luo Qing perked up even more, adding, "That's not all! If any successful candidate staying here places in the top ten in the Spring Examination, their food and lodging expenses will be fully refunded! What a great opportunity! Consider it our restaurant's support for the successful candidates!"

"Is it really such a good thing? This can't be a lie, right?"

Luo Qing immediately patted his chest and assured, "Young Master, you can rest assured. Our restaurant has put up a sign here, and that means it's a promise. We are in the business of the long term. If we deceive you, aren't we afraid that you will get into trouble? Don't you agree? This discount is real."

"Shopkeeper, does your restaurant have a quiet room for candidates to study? If it's too noisy, it won't be conducive to preparing for the exam."

Luo Qing quickly replied, "Your Excellency, that's a good question! Our restaurant has specially prepared a quiet courtyard for the scholars. The rooms are elegantly decorated and soundproofed. There's also a small garden in the courtyard. If you're tired of studying, you can take a walk in the garden to relax."

Another candidate asked, "What about food? Are there any light and nutritious meals suitable for candidates?"

"You don't have to worry about that," Luo Qing said with a smile, listing everything like the back of his hand. "Our chef has specially prepared a variety of meals for the candidates. There are light and nourishing options, some that soothe the mind and calm the spirit, and some that are savory and savory, with rich flavors. Every day's menu is different, ensuring you'll enjoy a comfortable and satisfying meal."

Looking at the people walking into the restaurant, Luo Qing breathed a sigh of relief.

Once they eat there once, they'll be regulars.

Mr. Ning has so many benefits, I don’t believe that those candidates won’t be tempted!

At this time, Yan Xining accompanied Master Jueyuan into a quiet room on the third floor.

There are pens, ink, paper and inkstone.

Yan Xining held up his wrist and wrote a big "Buddha" in the middle, with small words on the left: The body is a bodhi tree, the mind is like a mirror, and small words on the right: Wipe it frequently, don't let it get dusty!

Then she handed the calligraphy to Master Jueyuan.

Master Jueyuan beamed, the character "Buddha" seeming to convey a sense of tranquility and peace, like the intertwining causes and effects of all things in the world, seemingly complex yet orderly. Each stroke seemed to carry the suffering and hope of all beings, steady and weighty.

"Excellent calligraphy, excellent calligraphy!" Master Jueyuan praised, but then became puzzled: "Why isn't it that there is no Bodhi tree, and a bright mirror is not a stand?"

Yan Xining smiled and said, "Master, you are obsessed with appearances again. Since there is no Bodhi tree and the mirror is not a stand, what is in your hand, a Bodhi tree or a mirror?"

Master Jueyuan relaxed his brows, smiled and nodded: "Mr. Ning is right, I am indeed obsessed." He put the calligraphy away as if it were a treasure. It was worth it to leave the temple and gain such calligraphy and paintings!

Yan Xining was also very happy: Just writing a few words allowed the abbot of Nanshan Temple to clarify the previous rumors about Zhuangyuan Building. It was worth it!

Zhuangyuanlou was fully booked as soon as it opened, and seven or eight candidates for the imperial examination checked in immediately. The grand occasion dispelled the negative impact of Meishanlou. Many people even came specifically to appreciate the calligraphy of the three words "Zhuangyuanlou".

A scholar in plain clothes walked out of the crowd, carrying a bookcase on his back. He grabbed Luo Qing and said eagerly, "Half-price for the current candidates? If you place in the top ten in the spring examination, your food and lodging expenses will be fully refunded?"