Journey to the West: Starting by taking Sun Wukong as my disciple!-Chapter 190: Taibai’s Official Position, Haotian’s Disdain
Though Gold Star Taibai had loosened his grip slightly, he still couldn’t bring himself to let go.
This flavor, what reward could compare? He didn’t want a reward, all he wanted was to eat the roasted lamb leg!
"But Your Majesty, I bought this!"
Thinking thus, the resolve of Gold Star Taibai firmed once again, he, Taibai, vowed to stand by gourmet food through thick and thin!
Could it be that Gold Star Taibai planned to rebel?
Haotian, having been continuously talked back to, was, despite his normally good temper, starting to get annoyed, especially since he was the master of the Heavenly Court, where no rebuttal was tolerated.
"Gold Star Taibai! You—"
Just as he was about to scold Gold Star Taibai for his impertinence, Haotian froze when he looked at Taibai again. How had he become so amiable?
Haotian was dumbfounded, not because Gold Star Taibai had been particularly fierce to begin with, as he naturally had a friendly face, but that was just the normal feeling.
But now, this characteristic was vastly magnified, and the words he had been saying abruptly stopped.
Haotian was somewhat shocked, finding himself reluctant to be harsh to the bearded Taibai in front of him.
Such an old man, what’s wrong with him eating something? And he had actually tried to snatch it away, that really wasn’t right!
For a moment, Haotian’s heart was filled with a sense of guilt.
This affable feeling had inexplicably made him think of a word, ’dad.’
His follower was the Chaos Stubborn Stone, without father or mother, yet he, against all odds, felt a fatherly vibe from Gold Star Taibai. Absurd!
"Your Majesty! I can’t give up this lamb leg, deduct my salary if you must!"
Gold Star Taibai held onto the plate tightly. Such a delicious thing, it was the first time in his life he had tasted it!
To relinquish even a bit of it was an insult to the ultimate deliciousness of the roasted lamb leg in front of him.
This statement also snapped Haotian back to reality.
Crap!
Haotian’s mouth twitched, his face speechless. What was he thinking, entertaining such an absurd idea?
"Look at your spirit."
Withdrawnly retracting his hand, Haotian reprimanded in a deep voice to alleviate the awkwardness.
"Do I look like that kind of person?"
Gold Star Taibai chuckled sheepishly, "No, no! How could Your Majesty, wise and martial, behave in such a manner?" 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚
With a snort, Haotian let the matter slide, and thinking back to the feelings from before, wore an even stranger expression.
"Taibai, have you awakened any Divine Skills?" Haotian finally asked what he had wanted to know.
"Divine Skills?" Gold Star Taibai was stunned, then said excitedly, "Have I really awakened Divine Skills?"
Haotian’s face was full of black lines, "You don’t know what you’ve awakened yourself?"
"I knew, but..." Gold Star Taibai’s face showed astonishment, "Your Majesty, how did you know?"
"If you knew more than I do, you would be the Jade Emperor." Haotian snorted coldly and said indifferently.
Gold Star Taibai’s face whitened, and he reached into his sleeve to wipe away the cold sweat on his forehead.
"I dare not, I dare not."
You better not dare, Ao Tian rolled his eyes, paused, and then went on to explain to Gold Star Taibai.
Gold Star Taibai’s mouth was slightly agape, his eyes vacant, and it took him a long time to come back to his senses.
Licking his lips, Gold Star Taibai said with a trembling voice, "Who would have thought there would be such wondrous things in the Three Realms."
He then stealthily glanced at Chen Nuo again, as if he wanted to engrave that handsome countenance into his soul.
He finally understood why His Majesty held such a respectful attitude towards Shopkeeper Chen. Strength was only part of it, after all!
This ability to awaken Divine Skills truly defied the heavens!
"Won’t you hurry up and tell Us what you’ve awakened?" Haotian was getting impatient, as he had been speaking for so long without any feedback.
"Your humble servant is about to tell, about to tell!" Gold Star Taibai chuckled,
He stroked his beard and recounted the effect of the newly awakened Divine Skill to Haotian.
After listening, Haotian suddenly realized why he had such an absurd sensation when looking at Gold Star Taibai. This Divine Skill was really something!
Haotian’s eyelids twitched as he muttered to himself, "No wonder..."
The comfortable atmosphere of Chaos Residence and the joy of awakening his Divine Skill had relaxed Gold Star Taibai quite a bit, and he neglected protocols of seniority, shifting his buttocks and sitting straight across from him.
Stretching his neck, Taibai’s eyes carried a bit of curiosity, "Your Majesty, no wonder what?"
Haotian was deep in thought when suddenly, a familiar face appeared right before him, which startled him. He pushed it away with disgust, "Go away, it’s none of your business. Stay wherever it’s cool."
He was considering the usefulness of Gold Star Taibai’s Divine Skill.
Although it wasn’t a combat-type Divine Skill, the effect of enhancing charismatic appeal could certainly be considered a Divine Skill, sharing a magical similarity with that of the Jade Pool.
However, Gold Star Taibai’s skill was passively in effect all the time and, comparatively, easier to break free from.
Taibai’s main responsibility wasn’t combat. As the person who frequently represented the Heavenly Court to negotiate with various forces, the awakening of this Divine Skill was absolutely crucial!
Charisma typically correlates with favorability. By increasing favor, their Heavenly Court’s success rate in negotiations and handling matters would greatly improve.
Although most of these matters were attended by Taibai, there were times when others were sent in his stead.
Now, it seemed that from here on, all such matters could be entirely entrusted to Taibai!
Haotian’s mouth curved into a smile as he couldn’t help admiring his own astute decision-making. This was a promotion, and Taibai would certainly be grateful to him!
The position of the Heavenly Court’s number one diplomat was none other than Gold Star Taibai’s. Haotian, he was such a skillful judge of character!
If Gold Star Taibai knew what Haotian was thinking right now, he might even feel compelled to greet Haotian’s relatives.
Seeing Haotian happy, the oblivious Taibai also chuckled and timely asked, "Your Majesty, what Divine Skill have You awakened?"
His Majesty appeared so familiar with the process, it was clear he must have experience. Surely, he must have awakened a Divine Skill too, Gold Star Taibai secretly thought.
As soon as the words were out, Haotian’s expression immediately darkened, and he seemed rather embarrassed.
This Gold Star Taibai, why did he bring up exactly what should not be mentioned? If he had awakened a Divine Skill, would there be room for Taibai to show off his own?
Would he even need to snatch the mutton leg from his own plate?
After all the nurturing by the Heavenly Court, to think that they wouldn’t even spare him, the Jade Emperor, a leg of mutton!
Ah, such an ungrateful wolf! An exhausted heart!
"We are savoring fine food. As for Divine Skills, I think we shall wait a little longer before awakening," Haotian lifted his head ever so slightly, adopting a refined posture.
"To awaken a Divine Skill midway through a meal would be to blaspheme the delicacies made by Shopkeeper Chen!" Haotian said with all seriousness, as if it were true.
Chen Nuo: "..."
He had never said that. He was still hoping for an Awakening himself, the more, the better. He wished he could awaken with each bite, as that would grant him even more Divine Skills!
"But..." Taibai pointed to Haotian’s empty plate, which didn’t even have soup left, saying, "Your Majesty, you’ve already finished eating!"
That plate could very well pass for a new one!
"Nonsense! Haven’t you seen that I am still appreciating the wine?!" Haotian glared and professed earnestly, "As for this wine, one must savor it slowly. One can’t be hasty!"
"Taibai, you have a lot to learn!"
Haotian casually picked up the transparent crystal cup provided by Chen Nuo, which had gone unused until now, holding it and gently swirling the content within.
"Like this, one should drink slowly. The essence of drinking lies in the mood."
"Your Majesty, have You not also finished Your wine?"
Taibai Jin mercilessly pointed at the toppled wine jar on the table, along with the lonely empty cup that Haotian was twirling in his hand.
