Number 1021

A short story submitted to a magazine, published in the December 2015 issue (No. 478) of The Ultimate Mystery A sample excerpt: Zhang He stood up and hesitated only briefly before dialing a number on his personal phone. The phone rang three times, then someone answered. A young man's lazy voice came from the other end: "For consulting services, press 1. To pay the remaining balance, press 2. This young master has high standards when it comes to choosing people. Anyone under 1.65 meters need not apply. Also, I'm not gay. For personal services, press 0." Zhang He: "It's me." The other person froze for a moment, then quickly perked up. A clattering crash of heavy objects followed from the other end of the line. "Oh, my God of Wealth, what brings you here? Let me check the almanac... Wait, that's not right. Today is an inauspicious day to open for business..." [Please note:] 1. Mystery and deduction. 2. A hint of danmei. Full-length audio drama: Theme: