The Opening

Li Huaisheng looked at the time. Following Lin Yuelan's signal, Li Huaisheng stood on the steps in front of the shop.

Li Huaisheng stood in front of the crowd, cupped his fists, and said, "my fellow villagers and neighbors, today is the opening day of my new shop. Thank you for your support!"

Then, he walked down the steps and looked at the signboard that was covered by a red cloth. He said solemnly, "the new shop is officially open. Reveal the signboard!"

The people who officialized the reopening were Shi Dejiu, the mayor of Ning An Town, and Zhou Yiming, an old master who was highly respected in Ning An Academy.

As a teacher, the old master was not supposed to get involved in any business activities. Businessmen were ranked at the bottom of the social class in that era. Zhou Yiming was a scholar, and it was an insult to him to be involved in the business.