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Zhang Yuelu ultimately did not make things difficult for Qi Xuansu. After the two left, Qi Xuansu returned to his residence alone and contacted Madam Qi, explaining everything in detail. He wanted her to purchase the Soul-Returning Incense on his behalf and asked her to assess the situation.
After listening, Madam Qi said, “I didn’t expect Lin Lingsu to have died that way. What a pitiful end! But this deal is worth doing. I see no major issues with it. I have some Soul-Returning Incense right here—top-grade powdered incense that can raise the dead and grow flesh on bone. A pinch is worth over a thousand regular sticks. I’ll even throw in a snuff bottle just for you.”
That was exactly what Qi Xuansu had hoped for. Burning 1,100 sticks of incense would look like a bonfire. A snuff bottle was much more discreet and elegant.
Knowing Qi Xuansu had money, Madam Qi added, “Transfer the payment first. Then I’ll ship it. Payment before goods—that’s the rule.”
Qi Xuansu asked, “How do I send money to you?”
Madam Qi explained, “Ancient Immortals often had their followers offer tributes through...
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