Chun Xiaoman took out three incense sticks and tilted them to light them above the candles.
With a slight wave, she extinguished the flames at the tips of the incense. Kneeling on the cushion, she raised the three incense sticks above her head and began to worship the deity in front of her.
At this moment, Wu Sheng Old Mother had completely transformed. In the center of the twin lotus petals sat an old lady with a red mark on her forehead, holding a dragon-tipped cane and displaying a benevolent smile.
The statue was made of stone, but the followers had painted it, making Wu Sheng Old Mother look lifelike.
"Compassionate and merciful Wu Sheng Old Mother, may this disciple find her way to the true homeland after death, to serve you eternally alongside other brothers and sisters..."
With utmost devotion, Chun Xiaoman performed three bows and nine kowtows before placing the incense sticks into the incense burner, then she retreated backwards out of the hall facing the statue.
