Tang Hao and Tang Xiao

"Graceful as a startled swan, elegant as a soaring dragon; resplendent as autumn chrysanthemums, flourishing as spring pines."

The old table Fu Ye had mentioned was the spot with the best view in their small Gathering Fragrance Pavilion restaurant. It was also the ideal place for the modestly wealthy young masters who came here 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 brimming with curiosity. Seeing her radiant smile, Fu Ye was struck by a thought and recalled a line of poetry from his previous life.

"Graceful as a startled swan, elegant as a soaring dragon; resplendent as autumn chrysanthemums, flourishing as spring pines?"

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 possibly understand the ancient poetry of Blue Star, steeped in five thousand years of history and culture from Fu Ye's previous life?

"Hehe, I don't understand it, but Ah Yin feels like it sounds really impressive."

After thinking for a long time, Ah Yin finally slumped over the table without moving. If she couldn't figure it out, then she just wouldn't think about it. Human language was such a hassle—thinking too much made her head hurt.

Seeing Ah Yin like this, Fu Ye wore a smug smile. You little thing, you haven't even figured out the language of 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, more and more customers filled the first floor. Hearing the diners lavish praise on his restaurant's food and service, a smile appeared on Fu Ye's lips as well.

Iron Man had said it well: as long as the money was enough, even gods could be worked into the ground.

Judging by his restaurant's business, these employees could likely earn in one month what they would need a year to earn elsewhere. That was why he never lacked top-tier chefs or servers with excellent attitudes.

The chefs' dishes didn't taste good? Forget the customers being unwilling to accept it—even the other chefs working alongside them would beat that person up first. Holding back even one punch would be disrespecting the money.

"Boss Fu, your dishes are here!"

Before long, Xiao Li Zi had two pretty servers bring over all of Fu Ye's dishes. Once they lifted the covers, a rich fragrance rushed out and quickly wafted down the entire street.

Many diners nearby involuntarily raised their heads after smelling the intense aroma of meat, searching for where it had come from.

"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 perfect in color, aroma, and flavor. These were all Thousand-Year Level Spiritual Objects and soul beast meat. Eating a feast like this was practically equivalent to nearly a month of cultivation.

"All right, Xiao Li Zi. Everyone worked hard today. I still have some scraps left here, so save them for everyone's extra meal tonight."

Fu Ye took out some more Spiritual Objects and Thousand-Year soul beast meat. After all, he was never short on such things, and he was in a good mood today.

"Thank you, Boss!"

Xiao Li Zi's eyes lit up at the sight of those scraps. These things sold for a high price outside.

Even as an old employee of Gathering Fragrance Pavilion, he wouldn't dare be so extravagant. But hey, when the boss ate meat, his underlings got to drink some soup too!

The other diners and passersby witnessed this scene as well. But when they saw Fu Ye and Ah Yin, they all froze where they stood.

"My god! So the owner of Gathering Fragrance Pavilion is actually such a young man!"

"Second Aunt, shut your filthy mouth! Don't sully my male idol!"

"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 were even more breathtaking than before. Meanwhile, this sweet and naive Ah Yin was actually torn over whether to eat the Earth Dragon Tendon or the Tuna Belly first.

As a result, she paid no attention to the gazes around her, staring fixedly at the Thousand-Year Earth Dragon Tendon and Thousand-Year Tuna Belly.

"Eat the Earth Dragon Tendon first. It smells so good... No, I should eat the Tuna Belly first. It's all shiny..."

("▔□▔) Fine.

"I think you should start with the Thousand-Year Tuna Belly. Consider it an appetizer."

Right before Ah Yin's eyes, Fu Ye picked up a golden piece of tuna belly and put it into his mouth. The soft, sweet fish melted the moment it entered his mouth, turning into a warm current that nourished every part of his body as it slid into his stomach. The refreshing sensation greatly stimulated 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 tasty."

When Fu Ye was about to pick up more food, he noticed that Ah Yin was staring at him. He failed to notice the blush on her cheeks and, with lightning speed, picked up another piece of tuna belly and stuffed it into her mouth. Only when it entered her mouth did Ah Yin slowly come back to her senses.

The tuna belly was smooth, tender, and dense, its sweetness carrying a faint salty tang of the sea. It was incredibly refreshing.

"So, so delicious."

Feeling the warm current in her stomach, Ah Yin knew this was good stuff—and it tasted absolutely amazing!

"If it tastes good, eat more. If there isn't enough, I'll have them make more."

With that, Fu Ye directly entered eating mode, while Ah Yin began savoring the food after getting a taste of it.

This scene was witnessed 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 eat our fill first, then smash the place up. Let that girl see what a truly strong man is."

"I like her too."

"So?"

"May the best man win."

The two of them whispered to each other for quite a while, unaware that Fu Ye had heard every word clearly.

Right in front of him, an electronic screen quietly appeared.

Tang Hao

Identity: Clear Sky Sect disciple, grandson of the current sect master

Age: Thirty-three

Soul Power: Level 83 Soul Douluo

Spirit: 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: Level 83 Soul Douluo

Spirit: 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 were still setting their sights on a young girl.

Still, in the fantasy world of the Douluo Continent, the age difference in romance between men and women was not particularly important. Fu Ye was merely looking at it through a modern lens. After all, on Blue Star, a thirty-three-year-old uncle dating a teenage girl would feel somewhat awkward. (Of course, it was not unheard of.)

Suddenly, a wicked thought arose in Fu Ye's mind. Should he pair Tang Hao with Yue Guan? That would give Tang San an epic-level upgrade.

First Spirit: Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum. Second Spirit: Clear Sky Hammer. Oh my mom, the scene was too beautiful for him to even imagine.