A Deal for a Mysterious Funeral

The Story

Charon, a funeral conductor who drifts through history, ensures that the descendants of those he buries receive immense fortune. After five thousand years in slumber, he awakens to reopen his ancient Undertaking Shop. The Chen family, the wealthiest clan in the Great Xia Dynasty, hears of his return. Their patriarch, facing imminent death, issues a bounty to locate Charon and secure the family's future. A young woman arrives at the shop after her father dies due to the young Chen master's corruption and engineering failure. Denied compensation by the Chen family, she seeks refuge in the Undertaking Shop. She draws a lot, initiating a mysterious sequence of events. The shop serves as a sanctuary for those seeking justice or fortune. Charon's presence changes the dynamic between the grieving woman and the powerful Chen family. The interaction sets the stage for a confrontation rooted in past grievances and future promises. The shop remains a focal point for those desperate for change.