Sun Wukong had long since lost his patience. He opened his mouth and began devouring the food in huge mouthfuls.
"Delicious! This is too delicious!" he praised as he ate. "I, Old Sun, have eaten the Peaches of Immortality from the Heavenly Court and drunk its imperial wine, but I've never had food this good!"
"Your cooking is even better than those imperial chefs in the Heavenly Court!"
Chu Yang smiled faintly and quietly watched him wolf down the food.
Seeing Sun Wukong's satisfied expression, he knew he had taken the first step toward success.
"Great Sage, eat slowly. There's plenty more."
He took out another jar of Daughter Red from his Storage Bag and poured Sun Wukong a bowl.
"Here, have it with wine. It'll taste even better."
Sun Wukong took the bowl and drained it in one gulp, then let out a hearty laugh.
"Wonderful! Absolutely wonderful!" He narrowed his eyes, his face full of enjoyment. "I, Old Sun, haven't felt this good in five hundred years!"
"You brat, I, Old Sun, will remember you!"
Chu Yang smiled and sat down beside Sun Wukong.
"You honor me, Great Sage. I'm also very glad to have met you."
The two ate, drank, and chatted, and the atmosphere gradually grew warmer.
Sun Wukong recounted the many events of his havoc in the Heavenly Court, while Chu Yang shared his experiences in the mortal world.
Before they knew it, the sky had gradually darkened.
"Great Sage, it's getting late. I'll take my leave for now." Chu Yang stood up. "I'll come visit you again tomorrow."
Sun Wukong froze. "You're coming again tomorrow?"
"Of course." Chu Yang smiled faintly. "I said I came to visit the Great Sage. Naturally, I can't come only once."
A trace of surprise flashed through Sun Wukong's