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"Is there such a thing as a love murder dispute over loot distribution?" Chu Yuening, inexperienced in such matters, was astonished. She took a seat and passed a chair over.

Zhou Fengxu sat down and, after some thought, asked, "Will you be busy these few days?"

"What's up?" Chu Yuening tilted her head. "Something important?"

"Mm," Zhou Fengxu replied softly, furrowing his brows. "The police station has been revisiting an old case recently. There's a case involving a missing girl that we've been unable to find any substantial leads on. I was wondering if you could lend a hand."

Chu Yuening was taken aback.

A case involving a missing girl? It must be incredibly challenging for Officer Zhou to seek external assistance.

After much deliberation,

she nodded.

"No problem, I'll take it on."

Seriousness flickered in Zhou Fengxu's eyes as he nodded in response.

After so many years, the girl's younger siblings have all grown into adults, while the beheaded child remains a haunting pain in her parents' hearts.

Reopening the case is akin to reopening old wounds for the victim's family.

He just wants to solve it swiftly.

The culprit must be apprehended as soon as possible, to bring justice to the victim.

Agreeing on a time to proceed, Chu Yuening sees off the two officers. Nancy Kang then arrives with Little Cucumber to deliver the money, which was hastily collected by those who had escaped the fire – a total of ten thousand yuan.

After chatting with Nancy for a while,

the moment they leave, Wei Yanlin struts in, his wide robe billowing, carrying the plump little roll, and heads straight for the dessert stall.

"Look who I've brought to fulfill my promise?"

As he spoke, Wei Yanlin approached Chu Yuening with a mischievous grin, cradling the little chubby puppy in his arms.

The little pup, upon seeing the beautiful sister, joyfully waved its limbs, leaving trails in the air as it let out a few endearing barks.

Chu Yuening was well-prepared. From under the food cart, she pulled out a large box and retrieved a glistening, aromatic chicken leg. She offered it to the little pup, "Here, a chicken leg reward. How could I ever go back on my word?"

Wei Yanlin placed the puppy down, while Chu Yuening put the chicken leg back into the big box and set it on the ground. Squatting down, she watched the little one happily gnaw on its treat.

Originally, after learning that the little pup was a stray, Chu Yuening had planned to find it a home. However, she hadn't expected Wei Yanlin to stubbornly hold onto the puppy, eventually confessing his desire to raise it.

The puppy's fluffy face was soon covered in grease as it merrily ate. Occasionally, when particularly delighted, the little one would circle around Chu Yuening in joy.

"Right, Ning Ning, I remember where I've seen that feng shui master who tried to harm us," Wei Yanlin recalled an important detail. "His name is Guang Deye. He's often featured on TV and magazines, so many people in Hong Kong know him."

As he spoke, Wei Yanlin's anger grew. "Tch! I used to think Guang Deye was so powerful and respected. Turns out he's just a despicable person practicing dark arts! If not for our timely intervention, goodness knows how many people in Garden Estate might have been harmed."

Chu Yuening playfully teased the chubby little one, not at all surprised by the situation.

"There are too many people dabbling in the occult. Many of them appear glamorous on the surface, but who knows what kind of dirt lies beneath?"

Wei Yanlin choked on his words, eventually conceding, "That's true."

His mobile phone rang.

Chu Yuening picked up the call, and on the other end was Li Huiwen.

"Ning Ning, I've landed you a spot on a major exposé reality show about the occult. They've invited several renowned masters, and the recording will take place next month."

Li Huiwen grew more enthusiastic as she spoke, as if she could already envision the star that would be born from this opportunity.

"I have faith in you," she continued.

"By then, you'll be the most sought-after occult master in Hong Kong!"

Chapter 69

A sudden surge in popularity?

She wasn't too fixated on that.

Influenced by the other's enthusiasm, Chu Yuening's brows and eyes curved into a smile. "Popularity isn't that important. I'm planning to use the show's influence to promote my feng shui shop?"

"Feng shui shop?" Li Huiwen was surprised. "Are you planning to open a store?"

Wei Yanlin, who was playing with Little Curls, also raised his head when he heard about the store.

Chu Yuening nodded.

Actually, she had been preparing for this plan for some time.

The fees for her recent feng shui consultations had been quite high, and with a monthly rent of ten thousand yuan, she was confident that she could afford it.

Having a storefront would allow her to sell more items, such as efficacious wealth gods, charm protectors, and various decorations to enhance one's love life. Naturally, it would significantly boost her income.

Wei Yanlin picked up the plump Little Curls and looked at the sweet soup on the cart. "What about the sweet soup? Are you not planning to continue making it? With so many returning customers, wouldn't it be a pity to stop?"

The loyal customers of Chu Ji's dessert shop indeed kept increasing.

There were even visitors from Shenzhen who would return specifically to buy desserts after their trip had ended.

Chu Yuening shared her thoughts.

"We definitely need to continue making desserts."

"Are you planning on opening two shops?" Wei Yanlin asked. "Managing two shops alone will be quite tiring."

Li Huiwen also offered her suggestion over the phone, "Why not hire more employees? That way, there won't be any pressure."

"No need. I'm planning to merge the dessert shop and the feng shui store, then rent a bigger space with a separate room and a window for selling. As for hiring people to help..." Chu Yuening pondered, "If it gets too busy, we might indeed need some assistance."

"I-I-I!" Wei Yanlin eagerly bounced, volunteering himself, "Choose me, choose me! I can help with fortune-telling and sell desserts."

Chu Yuening tilted her head, confused, "Aren't you running a shop already?"

"Well, there's hardly any business. The monthly earnings just cover my living expenses and rent," explained Wei Yanlin, who had long considered closing his shop. He initially thought about setting up a stall on Temple Street.

Now, things have improved.

Since Chu Ji is planning to open a shop, he can choose to work there.

His master left behind many ancient books that he finds incomprehensible.

Ning Ning could assist him in deciphering them.

He hurriedly added, "No need to pay me a wage, just helping me understand the books my master left would be enough."