Upon boarding the bus, it was still the familiar emptiness inside.
Master Tian had cleaned the vehicle until it was spotless. Not only were the windows clear, but every seat was shining, showing evidence of careful maintenance.
Cheng Ye glanced at the coin slot at the front of the bus, where a promotional poster was displayed, reading:
[8 Coins per person/per week]
"Is this... changed to a weekly unlimited ride ticket?"
"Yes, the previous fare was too high for many to afford, yet they had to commute over ten kilometers daily, so the Public Works Bureau launched this discount," Master Tian explained with a sheepish smile.
"So why is there still no one riding?"
"There are passengers during rush hours, but it's this quiet at other times. We have to wait until next spring when the fare becomes free, then it can return to its former bustling state."
