"Graceful as a startled swan, supple as a wandering dragon; radiant as an autumn chrysanthemum, luxuriant as a spring pine."
The old spot Fu Ye mentioned was the place with the best view in their little Gathering Fragrance Pavilion tavern. It was also the ideal place for some moderately wealthy young masters to treat their female companions to a meal.
Sitting in the private room on the second floor, Ah Yin looked down at the bustling crowd below, her ice-blue eyes filled with curiosity. Seeing her lovely smile, Fu Ye was suddenly reminded of a line of poetry from his previous life.
"Graceful as a startled swan, supple as a wandering dragon; radiant as an autumn chrysanthemum, luxuriant as a spring pine?"
After hearing Fu Ye's words, Ah Yin repeated them to herself. But how could a transformed soul beast who had only just entered the human world understand ancient poetry from Fu Ye's former Blue Star, poetry steeped in five thousand years of history and culture?
"Hehe, I don't understand it, but Ah Yin feels like those words are really impressive."
After thinking for a long while, Ah Yin finally slumped onto the table and stopped moving. If she could not figure it out, then she would not think about it. Human language was such a pain; thinking too much made her head hurt.
Seeing Ah Yin like this, Fu Ye wore a smug smile. Nice try, you have not even figured out the language of the Douluo Continent yet, and you want to study the essence of our Blue Star?
"Don't look so listless. I was saying you're beautiful."
As evening drew near, the number of customers on the first floor gradually increased. Hearing the diners lavish praise on his restaurant's food and service, Fu Ye's lips curved into a smile.
Iron Man had said it well: as long as the money was enough, even gods could be worked to death.
Judging by his restaurant's business, the money these employees earned in a month was likely more than they could earn in a year elsewhere. That was why he never lacked top-tier chefs or exceptionally courteous waiters.
The dishes cooked by a chef did not taste good? Forget the customers objecting—even the other chefs working alongside him would beat that person up first. Every punch less was disrespectful to money.
"Boss Fu, your dishes are here!"
Not long after, Xiao Li Zi had two pretty waitresses bring up Fu Ye's dishes. The moment they lifted the covers, a rich fragrance wafted through the entire street.
Many diners nearby involuntarily raised their heads, searching for the source of that intense meaty aroma.
"Boss Fu, this is Braised Thousand-Year Earth Dragon Tendon, Butter Baked Thousand-Year Blue Vein Vine Root Core, and—"
There were seven dishes on the table in total, each one perfect in color, aroma, and flavor. These were all Thousand-Year Level Spiritual Objects and soul beast meat. Eating such a feast was enough to equal nearly a month of cultivation.
"All right, Xiao Li Zi. Everyone worked hard today. I still have some scraps here, so leave them for everyone to have an extra meal tonight."
Fu Ye took out some more Spiritual Objects and Thousand-Year soul beast meat. After all, he did not lack such things at all, and he was happy today.
"Thank you, Boss!"
Xiao Li Zi's eyes lit up when he saw those scraps. Those things sold for a high price outside.
Even as an old employee of Gathering Fragrance Pavilion, he did not dare to be so extravagant. Still, when the boss ate meat, a lackey like him could at least have some soup!
This scene was also witnessed by other diners and passersby. Yet when they saw Fu Ye and Ah Yin, they all froze where they stood.
"Oh my god! So the owner of Gathering Fragrance Pavilion is actually such a young man!"
"Second Aunt, shut your filthy mouth! Don't taint my male god!"
"Wow, big brother is so handsome, and big sister is so pretty too!"
"So handsome! Mom, I'm in love!"
Under the glow of the lights, Fu Ye and Ah Yin looked even more stunning than before. Meanwhile, this sweet and simple Ah Yin was actually agonizing over whether to eat the Earth Dragon Tendon or the tuna belly first.
As a result, she did not notice the gazes around her at all. She stared fixedly at the Thousand-Year Earth Dragon Tendon and Thousand-Year Tuna Belly.
"Earth Dragon Tendon first. It smells so good... No, tuna belly first. It's shiny..."
("▔□▔) Fine.
"I'd say you should eat the Thousand-Year Tuna Belly first. Consider it an appetizer."
Right in front of Ah Yin, Fu Ye picked up a piece of golden tuna belly and put it into his mouth. The soft, sweet fish melted the instant it entered his mouth. After sliding into his stomach, it turned into a warm current that nourished every part of his body. The refreshing sensation greatly increased his appetite.
"Mmm, delicious!"
He was very satisfied with the tuna belly automatically recommended by the system.
After all, he had only entered three words at the time: "Something delicious."
When Fu Ye was about to pick up more food, he realized Ah Yin was staring at him. He did not notice the blush on her cheeks and, with the speed of a thief ringing a bell, picked up a piece of tuna belly and stuffed it into her mouth. Only when the fish entered her mouth did Ah Yin slowly come back to herself.
The tuna belly was smooth, tender, and dense. Beneath its sweetness was a faint salty tang unique to the sea, making it extremely refreshing.
"So delicious."
Feeling the warm current in her stomach, Ah Yin knew this was good stuff—and it tasted incredible too!
"If it tastes good, eat more. If it isn't enough, I'll have them make more."
With that, Fu Ye directly entered eating mode. After getting a taste of it, Ah Yin also began enjoying the delicacies.
This scene was seen by two men in black cloaks not far away.
"What a beautiful girl."
"She really is beautiful. Too bad she already has a male companion."
"So what?"
"So?"
"Let's finish eating, then smash the place up. Let that girl know what a truly strong man is."
"I like her too."
"So?"
"May the best man win."
The two muttered to each other for quite some time, unaware that Fu Ye had heard every word clearly.
A holographic screen quietly appeared before him.
Tang Hao Identity: Clear Sky Sect disciple, grandson of the current sect master Age: Thirty-three Soul Power: Rank 83 Soul Douluo Martial Soul: Clear Sky Hammer (Yellow Yellow Purple Purple Black Black Black Black) Tang Xiao Identity: Clear Sky Sect disciple, Tang Hao's older brother Age: Fifty-five Soul Power: Rank 83 Soul Douluo Martial Soul: Clear Sky Hammer (Yellow Yellow Purple Purple Black Black Black Black)
Watching the two gradually approach, Fu Ye's lips curled into a faint smile. They were both already in their thirties, yet they still had their eyes on a young girl.
Of course, in the fantasy world of the Douluo Continent, the age at which men and women fell in love was not particularly important. Fu Ye was simply viewing it from a modern perspective. After all, on Blue Star, a thirty-three-year-old uncle dating a teenage girl was more or less a little awkward. Of course, it was not unheard of.
Suddenly, a wicked thought arose in Fu Ye's heart. Should he pair Tang Hao with Yue Guan? Then Tang San could receive an epic-level enhancement.
First Spirit: Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum. Second Spirit: Clear Sky Hammer. Oh my mom, the scene was too beautiful for him to imagine.
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