Chapter 320 Beautiful Spider Spirit VS Cold and Ascetic Monk 24
In order to attract customers as soon as possible, she asked Uncle Zhou to buy some firecrackers and invited people to perform dragon and lion dances.

As soon as the door opens tomorrow, people will naturally come over to watch the fun after hearing the sound of firecrackers and dragon and lion dances.

With more people coming to watch the fun, business will naturally improve.

The plaque is covered with a layer of red cloth, and red silk hangs down from both sides. When the auspicious time arrives tomorrow, the red silk will be gently pulled, and the plaque hanging above the shop will be revealed.

Normally, a well-respected celebrity would be invited to cut the ribbon at the opening ceremony, but Yu Yao was a widow who knew no one in Lianhua County. Even if she wanted to invite someone, she didn't know who to invite.

Forget it, I’ll cut the ribbon myself tomorrow.

"Uncle Zhou, have you arranged for the dragon and lion dance teams? Tell them to remember the time and not to miss the auspicious time."

Yu Yao worriedly gave instructions to Zhou Bo who was busy at the side.

"Madam, rest assured. I have already told them everything. They also remember the time and said they will come early so as not to miss the auspicious time for the opening."

Uncle Zhou was cleaning the shop with a broom. When he heard her words, he stopped and replied.

"That's good."

She nodded slightly and checked again to see if there was anything missing. Fortunately, everything was in order.

After Uncle Zhou cleaned the shop, the two of them closed the shop and went back.

Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple.

The sunlight shines obliquely on the golden roof of Wanfo Temple, giving this ancient temple a faint golden glow.

In the Zen room, smoke was curling up from the incense burner and the air was filled with a faint scent of sandalwood, but it could not conceal the ups and downs in Xuan Ji's heart.

Ever since that day when he learned the news about Madam Yu from Jueming, and saw the birth dates of his two children on this piece of paper in his hand, Xuan Ji's heart could no longer return to its former peace.

He wanted to erase this thought countless times, telling himself it was just a coincidence.

But the child's birth time, the same surname as the mother, and what happened under the moonlight that night in Zhoujiazhuang
"Amitabha, sin, sin, sin."

Xuan Ji clasped his hands together and chanted softly, trying to use Buddhism to calm his inner turmoil.

However, as the Buddhist beads in his hand turned, his inner thoughts and doubts grew deeper and deeper.

In order to avoid any regrets, he decided to follow his inner guidance and go down the mountain to find out what was going on.

He changed out of his monk's robe and put on a plain blue shirt, which brought a bit of worldly air and a bit of dignity to his handsome face. He set out on the journey to Lianhua County.

Lianhua County.

The sky was turning pale and busy figures could be vaguely seen on the streets.

Yu Yao was wearing an elegant long dress, the hem of her skirt fluttering in the wind, as if carrying the scent of morning dew.

She stood at the door of the store that was about to open, her eyes full of anticipation.

"Madam, the auspicious time has arrived. The dragon and lion dances are waiting at the corner."

Uncle Zhou came running over with a beaming look on his face.

"Okay, then let's open the door and welcome you."

Yu Yao nodded slightly, then remembered something and instructed again: "Uncle Zhou, prepare more tea and snacks. I may not have time to serve you if I get busy later. Remember not to neglect the guests."

"Don't worry, Madam. I've made note of it."

Zhou Bo responded hurriedly and went to open the door.

With a crisp "creak", the door slowly opened.

The first ray of sunlight in the early morning penetrated the mist and sprinkled on the threshold covered with red silk, shining with golden light, making the whole store look particularly festive.

After Zhou Bo opened the door, he quickly ran to the door and gestured to the dragon and lion dance team waiting at the corner of the street.

"Dong Dong Qiang, Dong Dong Qiang..."

With a burst of lively gong and drum sounds, the dragon and lion dance teams poured into the streets in a mighty manner. The golden dragon body tumbled and leaped, and the lion shook its head and tail, looking majestic and awe-inspiring.

It instantly attracted the attention of the people around.

The children followed the team excitedly, and the adults also stopped and looked curiously at the sudden lively scene.

At this time, Xuan Ji just arrived in Lianhua County and appeared on the east street of the city.

He wanted to ask someone where Madam Yu lived when he suddenly heard the sound of lively gongs and drums in the distance.

He looked in the direction of the sound and saw a team performing dragon and lion dances. He didn't know what was going on but it was so lively.

So I followed the crowd out of curiosity.

"Look, it's a newly opened clothing store!" someone in the crowd shouted.

"Eh? Isn't that the widow Yu who moved to Lianhua County half a year ago? It seems that she gave birth to twins, a boy and a girl, not long ago. She can actually hire dragon and lion dancers?"

Someone recognized Yu Yao.

Xuan Ji, who happened to be following in the crowd, heard these words and couldn't help but frown and mutter, "Widow Yu? Moved to Lianhua County half a year ago? Just gave birth to twins, a boy and a girl?"

Originally I just wanted to watch the fun and leave, but now I want to find out what's going on.

He pushed through the crowd and what came into view was a newly opened clothing store - "Yaohuafang".

The plaque above was covered with red silk, apparently waiting to be taken down when the auspicious time came.

Zhou Bo didn't know Xuan Ji, mainly because there were too many people around and he didn't notice him.

He was very happy to see the people coming to watch the fun, and immediately cleared his throat and said, "The auspicious time has come, madam, please pull down the red silk." As his voice fell, many onlookers echoed him and applauded excitedly.

Accompanied by the sound of suona, the sound is deafening and extremely lively.

Xuan Ji did not applaud, but his eyes were fixed on the direction of the shop entrance. He really wanted to know who the widow Yu who had just given birth to twins, a boy and a girl, was.

Just then, a woman walked out slowly from the store. She was wearing an elegant long dress, her hair was tied up in a bun, and her face was beautiful and charming, but also had a bit of elegance and transcendence.

That familiar face and those indifferent eyes instantly struck Xuan Ji's heart - it was her, Yu Yao.

It was also the spider spirit who sacrificed herself to help him detoxify that night under the moon in Zhoujiazhuang.

Yu Yao had a smile on her face and was very happy looking at the lively crowds watching.

Just as she was about to pull down the red silk on the plaque, she glanced at the crowd and her smile froze.

There was a flash of surprise in her eyes, which then turned into a gentle smile.

She didn't know why Xuan Ji suddenly came down the mountain, came to Lianhua County, and appeared among the crowd watching the excitement.

But now was not the time for the two to talk.

She nodded gently to Xuan Ji, held one end of the red silk in her hand, and gently pulled it, revealing the carefully carved plaque - "Yaohuafang".

The handwriting is vigorous and powerful, as if foreshadowing that countless beautiful clothes will be born here.

There were loud gongs and drums at the door, suona music, and lively cheers, and the whole scene was full of joy.

There was a complex smile in Xuan Ji's eyes, and his gaze was fixed on her. He was radiant, bright and beautiful, so moving.

Unconsciously, tears welled up in his eyes, and his heart was in turmoil again, unable to calm down.

It turned out that after that night, she really had his child, gave birth to the child alone, and came to live in Lianhua County.

When she asked people to go up the mountain to pray for the two children, was she also indirectly telling herself that she had given birth to his child?

Xuan Ji had a lot of thoughts in his mind, and he was restrained in his emotions. He really wanted to go up and talk to her, but he knew that this was not the right time.

Yu Yao took in Xuan Ji's complex and indescribable look, but did not go up to talk to him.

She retracted her gaze, looked at everyone, and said loudly: "Thank you all for your support. Yaohuafang is officially open for business today. Welcome everyone to come into the store to make selections. Today is a good day for the opening. All customers who come into the store to make purchases will receive gifts."

Uncle Zhou came out of the shop carrying a red fruit basket that he had prepared long ago, and kept throwing melon seeds, candies, and wedding money to the people who were watching the fun.

"well"

The effect of scattering melon seeds, candies and wedding money is that people keep cheering.

Xuan Ji seemed to be infected by the lively atmosphere as well. He suppressed his thousands of thoughts and put a smile on his face. He was less indifferent and cold than before, and instead had a bit more worldly air.

I don't know whether he was happy or just wanted to join in the fun, but he actually reached out to grab the melon seeds and candies that Zhou Bo was throwing to the crowd.

Yu Yao saw it and burst out laughing.

It is really unexpected that Xuan Ji, a holy monk of Buddhism, would have such an interesting side.

Xuan Ji did not grab the wedding money, but only grabbed some melon seeds and candies and played with them in his hands.

Seeing her smiling at him, he was slightly stunned, and then he also smiled.

A smile is like spring flowers blooming, bringing all things back to life.

The young woman next to him was amazed and exclaimed, "What a handsome monk, but why is he a monk? What a pity!"

Yu Yao glanced at the woman, then walked towards Xuan Ji with a smile, "Master Xuan Ji, I haven't seen you for a long time. I hope you are well."

Xuan Ji put the melon seeds and candy in his hand into his pocket, clasped his hands together, bowed slightly, and tried to calm the waves in his heart.

"Mr. Yu, how are you? I came down the mountain this time to..."

He wanted to talk but hesitated, not knowing how to start, and also felt it was inconvenient to talk here.

"Donor Yu, please go ahead and do your work. I will come back to look for you in the evening."

He bowed slightly, turned around and was about to leave.

"Master, please stay."

Yu Yao hurriedly called out to him, and saw that he stopped and turned to look at her in confusion.

She pursed her lips and smiled, "Master, if you don't mind, please go to the backyard and wait for a while. Can I come over after I'm done?"

Xuan Ji looked at her and nodded slightly, "Of course you can."

The sound is like the sound of a spring, very pleasant to hear.

"Uncle Zhou, please take the master to the backyard room and entertain him properly."

The door was full of customers at this moment. Many people had already entered the store and started choosing clothes. She really couldn't get away, so she said to Zhou Bodao who was standing beside her.

Zhou Bo hurried over, took a look at Xuan Ji, and knew that he was an acquaintance of the lady, so he said politely: "Master, please follow me."

"Thank you."

Xuan Ji nodded slightly, clasped his hands together, and followed Zhou Bo to the backyard room to wait.

The woman who had been staring at Xuan Ji saw him go to the backyard of the shop, and a look of regret flashed in her eyes.

Afterwards, he went into the shop to look at clothes.