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Chapter 456 - 374 Why Don’t You Go to the Servicing Department Instead? _2

Chapter 456: Chapter 374 Why Don’t You Go to the Servicing Department Instead? _2

"So, I will humbly showcase what I can do."

Liu Zheng walked over to Thirteen Yaoh and said.

"Come on, let me see just how capable this ’nephew’ of yours really is."

Thirteen Yaoh emphasized the word "nephew" as he spoke.

"I hope not to disappoint you."

He casually responded.

But after speaking, he didn’t rush to start; instead, he went over to the sink and carefully washed his hands.

After drying his hands with the paper towel beside him, Liu Zheng picked up a large white towel from the area where the massage tools were kept and returned to the massage table.

"Where have you been feeling uncomfortable lately?"

He casually asked.

"Lately we’ve been understaffed with lots of guests, and they all prefer to ask for me. My back and waist are sore, and my shoulders feel stiff; honestly, I’ve been really worn out."

Thirteen Yaoh candidly replied.

The regulations of different bathhouses vary. For example, the supervisor of the bathing assist section at Ga Ga Shuang Bathhouse generally doesn’t need to do physical work but instead focuses on staff management and technical training.

However, the head of the Massage Department at Hundred Ghosts Bathhouse also has to do the work personally if a customer specifically requests them.

Of course, this is related to the customer bases of the two places.

Most clients at Ga Ga Shuang Bathhouse are ordinary residents with a bit of spare money, and even if there are a few wealthy people, Yuan Baoer can handle them.

On the other hand, the guests at Hundred Ghosts Bathhouse include all sorts of powerful and intimidating figures, with some capable of causing major trouble, so the rules are inclined to favor the clients.

"Alright."

Liu Zheng placed the towel on Thirteen Yaoh’s shoulders and warmed up his palms before placing them on him.

"Hmm, not bad."

Thirteen Yaoh nodded internally.

This sequence of movements might seem minor, but it actually reflects a lot about the cultivation of a massage therapist.

If this can be consistently maintained, it greatly enhances the customer’s experience.

Customers might not notice right away, but once they encounter a less meticulous therapist, the difference immediately becomes apparent.

"The Chen’s massage I learned consists of eight techniques: press, knead, push, grasp, rub, pinch, shake, and strike."

Liu Zheng began.

"Using fingertips strongly, one up and one down is pressing."

As he spoke, he pressed his two thumbs on Thirteen Yaoh’s shoulders, moving them rhythmically.

"Generally, pressing with a single finger is sufficient. However, if the masseur’s strength is not enough or if the muscle part is overdeveloped, then using one hand to add pressure is acceptable."

He placed his right thumb on top of his left and pressed hard.

"Also, the pressing technique is often combined with the kneading technique, forming a composite method of ’press-knead’, which means applying gentle circular motions after reaching a certain depth with the pressing force, resulting in a technique that is both vigorous and soft."

After finishing, Liu Zheng kept his thumbs pressed and started making clockwise rotating movements.

"Combining the two methods helps to dispel stasis and accumulation, harmonize blood circulation, and is most effective in alleviating localized pain points."

"Now, moving on to the pushing technique..."

While explaining the theoretical knowledge of Chen’s massage, he smoothly continued the massage, appearing effortless.

Being able to achieve this level is partly due to his natural talent in massage and partly because of the good teaching from his master.

The Chen-style martial master actually knew he wasn’t skilled enough in martial arts, but for the sake of face and making money, he certainly wouldn’t admit it directly.

Since Liu Zheng was willing to pay extra to learn massage, he naturally taught him all he knew.

After all, he himself didn’t want to earn this hard money, and none of his children wanted to learn.

"Whew~ Okay, sir, your service is now complete."

Liu Zheng lifted his head and exhaled deeply, speaking softly.

It must be said, Thirteen Yaoh’s muscles are indeed not just for show.

After this round of massage, he was so sweaty all over; even his fight with Dickens wasn’t this draining.

"Is the massage done?"

Thirteen Yaoh got off the massage table and stretched.

"Hmm, not bad, you really do have some skills. Okay, I accept you; you’re now a member of our Massage Department."

Feeling the relief in his shoulders and back, he nodded in satisfaction.

"Then I must trouble Director Thirteen Yaoh to take good care of me in the future."

Liu Zheng pushed his luck.

"Taking extra care is definitely not possible. Everyone must be treated equally. With over a hundred people in the Massage Department, I can’t provide extra care to everyone."

Thirteen Yaoh shook his head.

"It’s different with me; I’m practically kin, right?"

He persisted.

"What kin?"

Thirteen Yaoh looked puzzled.

"If Elder Qing becomes my uncle, you would be my uncle too. Wouldn’t that make me your nephew?"

Liu Zheng said cheerfully.

"You, my boy, are so eloquent. It’s really a pity for you to be in the Massage Department; you should have gone to the Servicing Department."

Thirteen Yao laughed and scolded.

"Going to the Servicing Department wouldn’t be enough, massage is the main job, chatting is just a part-time gig, I still know the difference in priority."

He shook his head.

"Hmm, not bad, not bad, much more sensible than your uncle. Are you really her nephew? How come the two of you have such different personalities?"

Thirteen Yao casually retorted.

"Nephews aren’t the same as sons. It’s not uncommon for parents and their children to have completely opposite personalities."

Liu Zheng calmly fired back.

"Hmm, that’s true. Alright, I will get you a name, change into your uniform and then you’ll start your shift with me."

Saying that, Thirteen Yao picked up a walkie-talkie.

"General Affairs Department, this is Thirteen Yao. I’ve found a new employee, please send me the latest list of names."

He yelled into the walkie-talkie.

"General Affairs Department received, please wait."

The voice on the other end of the walkie-talkie responded.

After a while, there was a knock from outside the sliding door.

"Go open the door."

Thirteen Yao ordered.

"Alright."

Liu Zheng walked over and slid open the paper door; outside stood Elder Qing and a woman in a kimono.

The woman looked very ordinary and her kimono was not extravagant.

However, Elder Qing looked at her with a hint of wariness in his eyes.

The General Affairs Department is the power center of the Hundred Ghosts Bathhouse, and it was the first place Granny Tang took control of.

Over the years, she not only promoted many of her people from the bathhouse into the General Affairs Department, but she also hired many outstanding talents from outside.

If it weren’t for the fact that the Massage Department was still in the hands of the old men, and the relationships in other departments were also intertwined, the Hundred Ghosts Bathhouse would have become Granny Tang’s absolute rule long ago.

Of course, this had nothing to do with the current Liu Zheng.

"Hello, I am here to deliver the list."

The woman said, her voice as mature as her physique.

"Oh, okay, thank you."

Liu Zheng extended his hand and took a small booklet from her.

"The unmarked codenames are the ones you can choose from, but once you choose, it cannot be changed, so please choose carefully."

The woman reminded.

"Understood."

He nodded and started flipping through the booklet and picking out names.

"Unrivaled National Hero?"

The first name that caught Liu Zheng’s eye made him raise an eyebrow.

To be honest, he really wanted that name.

In reality, this term comes from "Records of the Grand Historian: Chronicle of the Marquis of Huaiyin": "Generals are easy to find, but as loyal as Xin, there is no equal in the nation."

But compared to Han Xin, Liu Zheng preferred to use this term to describe Zhuge Liang.

Being a hardcore fan of Zhuge Village Man, if he were called Unrivaled National Hero, it could also be seen as a kind of alternative cosplay.

Of course, after a bit of thought, he gave up this idea.

After all, Liu Zheng was here to spy and save people, being too high-profile would not be beneficial for his actions later on.

Similarly, names like Nine Lotus Treasure Lamp, Big Three Dragons, Big Four Happiness, and other such grandiose mahjong hand names were also ruled out.

After some hesitation, he finally made a decision.

"This one."

Liu Zheng pointed to a name and said.

"Ren He, are you sure you want to choose this name?"

The woman confirmed again.

"Yes, I’m sure."

He nodded.

Ren He, meaning people unite and cooperate harmoniously.

Ever since entering Metropolis, Liu Zheng almost always relied on exchange of interests or mutual benefits to persuade others to support his cause.

Thus, the name was a perfect match for him.

"Alright, Ren He."

The woman took back the booklet and disappeared into the depths of the corridor without turning back.

"Alright, I’m off too. Take care, and if you really cannot solve something, then come to me."

Elder Qing left those words behind and also turned to leave.

"Let’s go, Ren He, it’s time for you to begin your shift."

Thirteen Yao’s voice came from behind.

Liu Zheng turned around, just in time to see Thirteen Yao walking towards him with a ragged bathrobe, a sly smile on his face.