[ The smile, real or not, prompts a small smile from Zhongli in return. There are many predictable things that he could say: "Do not do anything reckless or foolish." "I'll be here waiting for you."

But instead, he ultimately decides to go with something a little less predictable. ]

Act in accordance with the will of the next Director of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor. I believe the rest shall then fall into place.

[ He tilts his head to one side, almost as if asking for her approval. ]