As the Prime Minister of the empire, Xu Changling's residence was very close to the imperial city. After leaving the imperial city in a simple carriage, he quickly arrived at the Xu family mansion.
The Xu family mansion was large but lacked excessive luxury in its decor. As Xu Changling stepped out of the carriage, servants promptly opened the gates.
Upon entering the house, a graceful figure rushed towards him, "Dad, you're finally back."
"Oh?" Xu Changling's face softened with affection, abandoning the stern and decisive demeanor from the court. "Yiyun has been waiting for me for a long time?"
"Yes!" The young girl, who had wriggled out of Xu Changling's embrace, wrinkled her nose cutely. "I originally planned to go out to dinner with you tonight, but you took so long to return."
"Why go outside? If Aunt Wang knows, she might feel sad," Xu Changling teased as he looked at his adorable daughter.
"Oh!" Xu Yiyun stomped her foot. "Aunt Wang's cooking is delicious, but we need to try different flavors. Yesterday, I met Qin Yao, and she said Moonlight Pavilion has been sold to a chef. The chef's cuisine even surpasses that of Clear Moon over the Jade Pool. Today, Moonlight Pavilion is reopening. Doesn't Dad want to see and taste food even more delicious than Clear Moon over the Jade Pool?"
"Moonlight Pavilion," Xu Changling reminisced, his face showing a hint of recollection. He had visited a few times before, and the impression left by Clear Moon over the Jade Pool was quite profound. However, it seemed that business had plummeted since the head chef left for Fenglai Pavilion, and he hadn't paid much attention to it.
As the Prime Minister handling myriad affairs, he had no time for such trivial matters.
As for Qin Yao, he had heard his daughter mention her a few times. The two were best friends in the academy, but Qin Yao had left school due to family issues.
"Alright, let's go."
Food was merely a matter of taste, and he didn't pay much attention to it. His agreement to go was more about fulfilling his daughter's wish.
Seemingly sensing something, Xu Changling's eyes slightly changed. He patted his daughter's shoulder, "I'll change my clothes, wait for me."
Saying so, he quickly walked into the study.
Closing the study door, Xu Changling's voice became slightly deeper, "Come out."
In the study, a figure silently appeared. It was a slender man with a terrifying scar on his face. He held a sealed letter in his hands, handing it to Xu Changling.
Taking the letter, Xu Changling carefully read it and silently shattered it with his Spirit power.
"Liu Xu has been transferred and gone to Luoyang City," he mused for a moment before shaking his head with a wry smile. "Well, that's fine. As long as he's not staying in Star Luo City."
Liu Xu hadn't offended anyone; he just fell into the schemes of the emperor's advisors and got caught up in this mess.
An eight-ring cultivator with such strength—this was the limit. However, the position of Tang Sect branch master made Xu Changling somewhat cautious. So, he subtly leaked the information to other Tang Sect branches in different cities. Knowing the rules of Tang Sect, he was aware that Liu Xu's actions were not permitted. Tang Sect handled its own affairs, and Xu Changling's move was reasonable.
However, he hadn't anticipated the personal visit of the Tang Sect's Sect Master.
But that didn't matter.
An existence at the level of a Limit Douluo wouldn't intervene for such trivial matters.
Tang Sect had refrained from worldly affairs for many years, focusing on selling hidden weapons. As long as they weren't provoked, they shouldn't interfere in the internal affairs of the empire.
"I've seen the message; you can leave now." Glancing at the respectful man standing by the side, Xu Changling calmly spoke.
"Yes!" The man answered in a low voice and quickly disappeared into the study.
Standing up, Xu Changling pushed open the door and walked out of the study, returning to the bedroom.
It was time to change clothes and have dinner with his daughter.
After enjoying a working meal, Qin Yao and Qin Yue quickly familiarized themselves with the tasks ahead, introduced by Qi Han. The futuristic technology devices such as the dishwasher drew exclamations of surprise from the two women.
Qin Yue had helped out in her family's restaurant for a long time, so she understood how convenient such devices could be for a restaurant. The magic of easily wiping away any oil stains without the need for a clear cloth was equally fascinating.
However, what pleased the two women the most was the maid outfit they were wearing. The slim design accentuated their graceful figures without revealing too much of their bodies. The fabric was extremely comfortable, and wearing it did not hinder their movements. Clearly expensive, the two women instantly fell in love with the outfits.
"Boss, why did you only introduce us to the work on the first floor? What about the second floor?" Qin Yue was curious, remembering the bamboo forest-like interior that had left a deep impression on her. Wasn't that place for customers to dine as well?
That wasn't right, though. There were so many tables inside.
"The second floor is different from the first floor."
Qi Han explained with a smile, "Customers on the first floor order from the dishes displayed on the walls. The menu for customers on the second floor is different."
Qin Yao pondered for a moment before speaking, "Boss, is it related to the different tables on the first and second floors?" Recalling the six-person square tables on the first floor and the four-person hot pot tables on the second floor, Qin Yao seemed to have figured something out.
"Yes." Qi Han nodded. "As for what kind of food is served on the second floor, you'll find out when some of my friends come to dine there later."
After all, if they hadn't experienced it firsthand, it might be challenging for the natives of the Douluo Continent to understand the concept of hot pot. Just talking about it might not make the two women comprehend what he meant.
Upon hearing this, the two women nodded obediently, refraining from further questions.
Outside the translucent glass door, several familiar figures had already arrived. A hint of a smile appeared on Qi Han's face. "Our guests are here; we're officially open for business."
"Yes!" Both women nodded simultaneously, full of enthusiasm.
On the first day of defeating Fenglai Tower, charge forward!
Qi Han walked forward to open the door, his face bearing a few more smiles. "Welcome, everyone."
Cao Rang chuckled and walked to the front. "Little Qi, you're too polite. Since the boss is treating, I naturally have to come and taste it."
Behind him, Yue Lengxin moved gracefully and nodded at Qi Han before curiously surveying the new shop's arrangement.
Behind them were all members of the Shrek Academy representative team: seven members from the official team and seven from the reserve team, the latter from the outer court of Shrek Academy.
Fu Ya was one of the seven members of the reserve team.
Before they fully entered the shop, a deep voice came from behind, "It seems I arrived at the right time."
Qi Han, Cao Rang, Yue Lengxin, and Fu Ya all widened their eyes.
Qi Han and Fu Ya were the owner and waitress of the small shop, while Cao Rang and Yue Lengxin were frequent customers. All four were familiar with this voice.
"Tang Sect Master?" Qi Han's voice carried a hint of uncertainty. Wasn't Tang Sect Master still in Shrek City a few days ago? Why did he suddenly come to Star Luo City?
"Indeed, it's me." Tang Qianqiu's majestic figure had appeared in the small shop. He had changed into a dark robe, and with his handsome appearance, he looked exceptionally refined.
Seeing the shocked expressions of the four, Tang Qianqiu suddenly felt the frustration of the past few days dissipate. He smiled slightly. "Little Qi's new shop is opening, and I've come to show my support."
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