Journey to the West: Starting by taking Sun Wukong as my disciple!-Chapter 196: Successfully Showing Off, Jade Pool is Convinced
Haotian, holding the token, sauntered around the Jade Pool like a peacock spreading its feathers, radiating smugness.
The temple of the Jade Pool throbbed with irritation. This Haotian... was so infuriating!
"What’s this, ’super-duper emperor supreme VIP’ nonsense?"
The name sounded so fake, how could it compare to even half of her Crown VIP?
"Did you make that name up yourself?" The Jade Pool chuckled dismissively, her face clearly showing disbelief.
Haotian felt a chill in his mind and spirit, the Jade Pool was too crafty, not easy to handle!
Haotian’s expression remained unchanged as he said, "How could it be fake? Look at the handwriting on it, isn’t it identical to your Top Tier Fortune Sticks?"
The Jade Pool leaned closer, examining the token Haotian was holding up. A look of dumbfounded realization crossed her face—it was indeed identical.
Seeing the Jade Pool’s hesitation, Haotian decided to push harder, "Think about your name, Crown, and then think about mine, Emperor!"
"Doesn’t it fit perfectly?" Haotian gestured elaborately, trying to confuse her, "You can tell at a glance it’s Shopkeeper Chen’s work!"
The Jade Pool pursed her lips, but couldn’t utter a word of rebuttal—his argument was simply too convincing. Could it really be something Shopkeeper Chen had done?
She pondered inwardly.
"What benefits does your card offer?" The Jade Pool asked, not yet convinced, beginning her interrogation.
Considering the vast advantages of her own Crown Card, the Jade Pool regained her confidence. Her card allowed her a free meal every time she visited.
Not to mention the privilege of additional complimentary Flat Peach series dishes, truly a unique perk.
She couldn’t believe Haotian’s card could surpass hers in privileges!
Upon hearing this, Haotian blabbered, "My ’Emperor Supreme VIP’ not only boasts the same free functionality but also grants the privilege of two free dishes every day!"
"Impossible!" The moment she heard this, the Jade Pool immediately retorted, "Shopkeeper Chen has always said, you can only have one dish a day!"
The Jade Pool let out a cold laugh, pointing straight at the flaw. Haotian broke into a sweat—oops, he had gotten a little carried away!
Taking a deep breath, Haotian forced himself to remain calm,
"There’s always an exception to every rule. As the lord of the Heavenly Court, wouldn’t Shopkeeper Chen give me some face?" Haotian put on a stern face, feigning seriousness.
The Jade Pool rolled her eyes, knowing that Haotian was making it up—dying of pride but still begging for a favor? Would Shopkeeper Chen give face to anyone else?
Don’t joke, as if Shopkeeper Chen would care about Haotian’s status?
"I don’t believe it."
The Jade Pool shook her head dismissively, then turned to look at Gold Star Taibai, who was enjoying the scene, "Taibai, is everything His Majesty just said true?"
Her eyes conveyed a clear threat: dare to lie, and you’re done for. Gold Star Taibai felt somewhat speechless upon hearing the Jade Pool’s words.
If Haotian had spoken even one truth, Gold Star Taibai would pull out his beard!
Haotian too anxiously turned his head to look, Taibai knew everything since he was always with him.
Even though Haotian had previously warned Taibai not to speak out of turn, today’s Taibai seemed unsteady—likely to spill everything with the slightest slip!
Unacceptable, Haotian’s heart sank, he would not allow this to happen!
He hastily began making faces at Gold Star Taibai.
As Haotian’s most trusted official, how could Taibai not understand his intentions?
In just an instant, Gold Star Taibai caught on—Haotian meant if he dared to tell the truth, he was a dead man!
Taibai: "..."
This was too difficult; he couldn’t please either side!
After a moment’s struggle, the longstanding awe he felt toward Haotian ultimately prevailed.
With his body curved, Gold Star Taibai said with a chuckle, "Every word His Majesty has said is true!"
True? Jade Pool was startled.
Could it be that because of Haotian, Shopkeeper Chen changed the rules? How could this be possible?
Jade Pool found it hard to believe, but since Gold Star Taibai had said so, it couldn’t be false.
The affable divine skills of Gold Star Taibai made Jade Pool subconsciously overlook the fact that Taibai had always been in cahoots with Haotian.
Well done, seeing Jade Pool’s reaction, Haotian’s heart leaped with joy.
He naturally knew it was because of Gold Star Taibai’s divine skills that this key moment was able to happen.
"Then tell me, why would Shopkeeper Chen give you such special treatment? Don’t say it’s because of status. I, as the Queen Mother, am no less important."
Jade Pool’s eyebrows knitted in a challenging look, hardly convinced. After all, Haotian’s VIP treatment seemed superior in terms of token, name, and privileges!
How could she be happy about this?
Haotian smiled slightly; he had anticipated that Jade Pool would ask this question, playing right into his hands!
Coughing lightly, Haotian enunciated, "Naturally, it’s because I have made great contributions!"
"Contributions? You?" Jade Pool shook her head disdainfully. She had become Chaos Residence’s Flat Peach supplier, which was already a huge contribution.
Flat Peaches, what could Haotian possibly offer?
Jade Pool chuckled. Apart from that, she really couldn’t think of any other significant contribution someone could make to Chaos Residence that would surpass her own!
Haotian smiled smugly and began, "You just don’t understand. I informed Shopkeeper Chen of Buddhism’s entire scheme against Sun Wukong, and only then did I obtain this Emperor Supreme VIP membership!"
Haotian puffed out his chest, looking very natural.
Oh right, Jade Pool’s eyes widened. How could she have forgotten about this!
Originally, she had also planned to inform Shopkeeper Chen of the matter, but she was so overjoyed at receiving the membership card that she pushed it to the back of her mind.
"How about that? Now do you believe it?" Haotian boasted proudly.
Although Shopkeeper Chen had upgraded his VIP level because of it, he was still just a Gold VIP. But how could he resist claiming Emperor VIP status so naturally, and with such justification? Who wouldn’t believe him?
Jade Pool bit her lip in frustration, realizing her mistake!
If she had conveyed this information to Shopkeeper Chen earlier, wouldn’t she have been able to become an Emperor VIP herself, or perhaps even higher?
After all, because of the Flat Peaches, she was already a Crown VIP!
Snorting coldly, Jade Pool remained defiant, "Even so, your treatment is no better than my Crown VIP!"
"Though you might get two free meals, I can always enjoy the Flat Peach series dishes for free. As for the Peach Blossom Brew, I can drink it continuously without end!"
What’s so great about Emperor VIP? My Crown VIP sounds much nicer. Last time I didn’t try the Peach Blossom Brew, but next time I will definitely drink my fill.
Haotian nodded, a look of yearning inadvertently crossing his face. The taste of Peach Blossom Brew was truly exceptional; now thinking about it, he too felt the urge to drink to his heart’s content.
He knew his own affairs best, and what perks did he have? He had to pay for his drinks!
Free drinks indefinitely, that would be too awesome!
Haotian couldn’t help but fantasize about a scene where he could drink Peach Blossom Brew at will. That was how a Jade Emperor should live!
Haotian pursed his lips as if he was truly savoring the Peach Blossom Brew.
Jade Pool did not notice but continued, "I don’t think the name ’Crown’ is any less prestigious than ’Emperor;’ it seems, after all, you are only on the same level as I am."
Both their VIP statuses had their advantages. Haotian nodded in agreement.
He dared not keep up the pretense any longer; if it weren’t for Gold Star Taibai, he’d have been exposed by now. Ending up on an even footing wasn’t so bad, at least he wouldn’t lose face.
