While Song Yao's Mother was busy pressing on Song Zhenqing's philtrum to revive him, Du Chunzhi’s shop in the county seat was already prepped and waiting to open.
Choosing an auspicious date, they invited the villagers from Songjia Village to join the celebration. With the crackling of firecrackers and the rhythmic beat of gongs and drums, a lion dance troupe performed with great flair.
A large crowd gathered at the entrance, cheering and applauding. Zhao Laoliu and Du Chunzhi hung the signboard, which featured four bold, gold-traced characters: "Du's Puppets."
Chapter 87