Finding the right direction was key; after all, a meal is eaten one bite at a time, and a path is walked one step at a time.
In the eyes of others, Hu Ma had suddenly become more low-key. After returning from Anzhou, he had only been to the town once.
He first went to the Grass Heart Hall to settle accounts, had a drink with the Five Ghosts Shopkeeper, and talked about the Dongzi Li Family. Then he went to Incense Master Xu's place. Together, they paid respects to the Red Lantern Lady, respectfully burned incense, and thanked her for her rescue on the road.
The Red Lantern Lady didn't react at all, nor did she state any conditions.
The Lady is wonderful, a truly sincere person, Hu Ma couldn't help but marvel.