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Carpenter Zhao’s “secluded” workshop had no windows, with only a few small air holes in the walls for ventilation.Bright oil lamps hung on the walls, illuminating the entire wooden house.On the floor, neatly arranged, were hand-drawn blueprints, each depicting a different design for a sword. Yet, all of them carried a sense of being overly deliberate.When Gu Ning’an commissioned Carpenter Zhao, his instructions were simple: “Keep everything minimal.” Zhao adhered to this principle while…-
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"Mr. Gu, just from the aroma, I can tell this is top-quality tea!""Giving it to an old man like me is truly a waste!"Hu Laozhang looked at the steaming cup of fragrant Wishing Spring tea before him, feeling slightly uneasy.Though he hadn’t exactly lived a luxurious life, having lived this long, he had some skill in identifying good tea. Judging by the rich aroma and appearance, this tea could likely fetch several silver coins in the market!Such a valuable drink made him hesitant to partake.Gu Ning’an…
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632.5 K • Ongoing
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Ka-ka!Zheng De wanted to scream, but it was as if an invisible hand was gripping his throat, leaving him only able to produce guttural "ka-ka" sounds.At that moment, Tan Bing, who had been facing away, turned to him and asked, “Husband, what’s wrong?”Seeing his wife’s face—devoid of all features—Zheng De’s vision went dark, and he collapsed.Gasp!Sitting upright in bed, drenched in cold sweat, Zheng De realized it had only been a nightmare.Turning to look at his peacefully sleeping wife, he…
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632.5 K • Ongoing
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After leaving the yang geng shop, Gu Ning'an went to the market and bought some tiles and bricks to take back to the courtyard.The walls and roof of the courtyard were damaged to varying degrees, so they needed repairing.Since Gu Ning'an had bought quite a bit of material, the shopkeeper selling the tiles and bricks kindly offered to deliver the items to his doorstep, which saved Gu Ning'an a lot of trouble.After seeing off the servant who delivered the tiles, Gu Ning'an looked at the dilapidated courtyard…
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632.5 K • Ongoing
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"A seed sprouting into a tree overnight!""Marvelous! Truly marvelous!""Master Gu’s techniques are nothing short of divine!"Marquis Lingyou’s exclamations filled the air. Gu Ning’an turned back with a smile and said, “I honestly didn’t expect it to grow this quickly.”Marquis Lingyou took it as Gu Ning’an’s modesty and didn’t press further. Seeing that there was nothing more to discuss, Marquis Lingyou clasped his hands and smiled. “I’ve greatly enjoyed our conversation today. If you…
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632.5 K • Ongoing
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"That's good!" Granny Sun smiled warmly, her wrinkled face radiating genuine joy. "Take care, Mr. Gu. Come again when you have time. Even if you don’t have money, it’s fine. A bowl of yang geng... this old woman can still afford to treat you."Her words were exactly the same as those she’d said to Gu Ning’an years ago when inviting him to eat yang geng.Gu Ning’an clasped his hands in gratitude. "Then I’ll thank Granny Sun in advance.""No need for formalities," Granny Sun replied, waving her hand…
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632.5 K • Ongoing
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The scene fell silent for a moment. Marquis Lingyou was the first to recover, clasping his hands solemnly and saying, “Sir, the profundity of your techniques truly leaves me in awe.”Gu Ning’an smiled and gestured toward the tea, inviting them to drink. He replied, “Marquis Lingyou flatters me.”“This is no mere flattery,” Marquis Lingyou insisted. He lifted the teacup and took a deep sniff. A faint wisp of white steam entered his wide nostrils. Putting the cup down, he smiled. “Master Gu,…
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632.5 K • Ongoing
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Gu Ning'an’s identity was well-known throughout Lexiang County’s Underworld Court.He was a true immortal and had helped City God Xu resolve a "great calamity," making him a benefactor to the City God.Thus, everyone in the Lexiang County Yin Court knew how to treat Mr. Gu.Therefore, as soon as Gu Ning'an spoke, the two officials immediately bowed in respect. "We will wait outside.""Thank you." After giving a polite nod, Gu Ning'an didn’t enter the house but turned to Jin Wan and said seriously,…
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632.5 K • Ongoing
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"Rattle-drum?"Zheng De picked up a rattle-drum, turning it in his hands as he murmured, "What’s so special about that to deserve thanks?""But then again, I should thank you, sir.""If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t have gotten paid for these rattle-drums.""Thank me? Weren’t you the one who helped me land a customer?" Gu Ning’an chuckled as he stood up, casually brushing off his robe. "It’s only fair we help each other.""Exactly, exactly!""My mother always said, ‘When you see someone in…
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632.5 K • Ongoing
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To be honest, the group of City Gods had indeed misunderstood Gu Ning'an. Without actively sensing or deducing events, he had no idea the spell on the tailor shop’s signboard had been triggered, nor did he expect this group of ghostly deities to seek him out in the dead of night.The spell character on the signboard had been greatly enhanced by Gu Ning'an, with its power and effects amplified many times over.Previously, the character functioned by discerning “people.” It still retained that ability,…
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