Asuma wished he could disappear into a crack in the ground.
At this moment, Asuma completely lost his composure.
Tobirama carefully put away the mortgage certificate and said calmly, "The formalities are complete."
Hashirama immediately placed twenty-four bottles of Erguotou (a type of Chinese liquor) on the table.
Bottle after bottle.
The clear liquid shimmered under the light.
Looking at the twenty-four bottles of sake, Hiruzen Sarutobi felt as if each one was sucking his blood.
Zhang Yu spoke with a smile.
" Lord Third, please take the wine."
"Top-grade Erguotou, 300,000 yuan a bottle, no deception."
Hiruzen Sarutobi's lips twitched, forcing out a smile that looked worse than a grimace.
"Thank Boss Zhang Yu."
He said "thank you" with a heart full of pain.
Hashirama very kindly helped him fill the bottle with sake.
Twenty-four bottles of wine, a heavy bag.
Asuma quickly stepped forward to help.
As soon as I lifted it up, I almost stumbled.
The alcohol wasn't too strong.
But the price of 7.2 million taels of silver was so heavy that he couldn't even straighten his back.
Hiruzen Sarutobi at Asuma, his beard trembling with rage.
"Aren't you leaving yet?"
Asuma lowered his head, his voice weak.
"Yes."
The father and son walked towards the door, one after the other.
Hiruzen Sarutobi's steps were unsteady.
Asuma was in an even worse state.
He held twenty-four bottles of top-grade Erguotou (a type of Chinese liquor) in his arms, as if he were holding a bunch of death warrants.
When the two reached the door, Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't even turn back to say anything more.
He was afraid that if he stayed even a second longer, he would be ripped off again.
The same goes for Asuma.
He had only one thought in his mind.
I'm never coming back.
I'll never come to this Undead Tavern!
Hiruzen Sarutobi also made the same vow in his heart.
From now on, stay as far away from the Undead Tavern as possible.
Anyone who wants to come can come.
Anyway, Hiruzen Sarutobi isn't coming.
The father and son left the tavern, looking utterly dejected.
The door closed.
The hall fell silent for a moment.
Then Hashirama was the first to laugh out loud.
Hahahaha!
" The Monkey's expression just now was so much like when Tobirama scolded him for failing his exam!"
Izuna couldn't help but laugh.
" Asuma looking like he'd been beaten up was worse than if he'd been carrying a bottle of wine."
Ban sneered.
"Useless father and son."
Tobirama said calmly, "Seven million two hundred thousand taels, with all the necessary mortgage documents in order."
"This deal was quite profitable."
Zhang Yu immediately gave a thumbs up.
"Pretty!"
Everyone performed exceptionally well today.
" Tobirama is in charge of maintaining order and settling accounts, Madara is in charge of pricing, Hashirama is in charge of playing the good cop, Izuna is in charge of delivering the finishing blows."
"Perfect teamwork."
Hashirama immediately moved closer.
"Boss, what about the reward?"
Ban also looked at Zhang Yu.
Although no words were spoken, the meaning was clear.
Tobirama closed the ledger and looked over as well.
Izuna was more direct.
"Want some extra food tonight?"
Zhang Yu waved his hand dismissively.
The tavern is closed today!
"Everyone's having spicy hot pot tonight!"
Hashirama's eyes lit up instantly.
"Hot pot!"
The corners of Ban's mouth turned up slightly.
"Finally, I ate."
Tobirama nodded.
"Since the business is closed, we can prepare in advance."
Izuna had already turned and walked towards the kitchen.
"I'm going to check the inventory."
Zhang Yu looked at Madara and Izuna.
"Ban, Izuna, you two go shopping."
"I'm not short of money today."
"Lobster, oysters, beef, lamb, chives, mushrooms, and green vegetables—buy the best you can."
"Don't save it."
Ban's mood improved noticeably upon hearing the words "not short of money".
Izuna picked up the vegetable basket.
"Clear."
Hashirama immediately raised his hand.
"Boss, what about me?"
"You and Tobirama set up a hot pot."
Zhang Yu pointed to the center of the hall.
"Set up the table, set up the large pot, and prepare six sets of bowls and chopsticks."
Hashirama paused for a moment.
Six sets?
Zhang Yu glanced at Kurenai Yuhi.
"Yes, six sets."
Kurenai Yuhi, who had been sitting at the table, only came to her senses upon hearing this.
Seeing the busy crowd, she quickly stood up.
" Boss Zhang Yu, I've been bothering you for a long time today."
"I should take my leave now."
She really should leave.
When Asuma and the Third Hokage left, they completely forgot that she was still there.
This left her with an indescribable sense of disappointment.
But she couldn't stay in the tavern forever.
Zhang Yu, however, smiled and stopped him.
"Don't rush."
Kurenai Yuhi stopped in her tracks.
Zhang Yu spoke very naturally.
"The hot pot is all prepared; one more person won't make a difference."
"Our tavern has always practiced the 'Clean Plate Campaign'; buying too much food and having no one to eat it is a waste."
Kurenai Yuhi paused, taken aback.
"But..."
Zhang Yu added, "And I remember, your student Hinata came here before."
She really liked the snacks here.
"Since her teacher is here, it wouldn't be a problem for him to stay for a meal."
Hearing Hinata's name, Kurenai Yuhi Yuhi's worries lessened considerably.
Hinata came by?
That means the tavern also has contact with regular customers.
It's not just about dealing with these powerful undead.
She looked at Zhang Yu again.
The other party spoke gently, neither forcing her to stay nor embarrassing her.
They simply gave a very natural reason.
After hesitating for a moment, Kurenai Yuhi finally sat down again.
"Then I'll take my leave."
Zhang Yu smiled and said, "I won't bother you."
Behind the bar, Hashirama winked at Tobirama as he moved a table.
Tobirama set out the bowls and chopsticks with a blank expression.
"Brother, don't laugh so obviously."
Hashirama immediately lowered his head and got back to work.
Madara and Izuna quickly went out to shop.
The two walked along the streets of Konoha carrying shopping baskets, spending money without hesitation.
Lobster, the big one.
Oysters, they must be fresh.
Beef and lamb, the tenderest ones possible.
Bundles of chives were growing one after another.
I picked out the best of everything: mushrooms, tofu, vegetables, and meatballs.
As the basket filled to the brim, Izuna said calmly, "Brother, that's enough."
Ban snorted coldly.
The boss said money isn't an issue.
Izuna nodded.
"Then let's buy some more shrimp."
Ban was satisfied.
Inside the tavern, Hashirama had already set up a large table.
Tobirama arranged all the pots, pans, bowls, chopsticks, and dipping sauce dishes in their proper places.
The six sets of bowls and chopsticks were neatly arranged, not a single one out of place.
Zhang Yu was very satisfied.
Kurenai Yuhi sat beside her, watching this scene, her doubts growing stronger.
If any one of these images were mentioned, everyone in Konoha would believe she was under Genjutsu ).
But ironically, all of this happened right before her eyes.
What's even stranger is that these legendary figures all acted very naturally towards Zhang Yu.
It's like a relationship we've gotten used to.
Who exactly is Zhang Yu?
What right did he have to let these undead remain in the tavern?
What secrets lie hidden behind this Undead Tavern?
The Kurenai Yuhi thought about it, the more she couldn't suppress her curiosity.
As she watched Zhang Yu move back and forth between the kitchen and the dining room, her cheeks unconsciously grew hot.
This man is too mysterious.
But she's also very gentle.
At least that's true for her.
A thought suddenly popped into her mind.
Perhaps I should come here more often in the future.
It's not just about figuring out the secrets of the Undead Tavern.
It was also to get to know Zhang Yu better.
Not long after, Madara and Izuna returned with several large baskets full of ingredients.
The lobsters were arranged neatly in the basket.
The oysters were covered with a damp cloth.