Journey to the West: Starting by taking Sun Wukong as my disciple!-Chapter 253 Not for Sale, But Can Be Given for Free
Indeed, Xuan Feng felt her heart sink, and her expression turned a bit bitter.
She had anticipated this, for the menu was drawn so vividly, clearly a rare gem. Moreover, its daily use in the shop was of great significance. How could she sell it so easily?
However, before Xuan Feng could regain her composure, Chen Nuo hooked his hand and drew the menu into it, saying offhandedly, "It’s yours now."
"For, for me?" Xuan Feng pointed at herself, her face full of astonishment.
How could it be so easy?!
Shrinking her head back, Xuan Feng tentatively asked, "Don’t you want money for it?"
"It’s free." Chen Nuo rolled his eyes; they really thought he was some kind of swindler. He had his principles, you know.
This broken thing cost just one Merit Point to make in the system, and it was done instantly. Did they really think he would nickle and dime them?
"Thank you, Shopkeeper Chen!!!" Xuan Feng said with a beaming smile, happily reaching out to take it!
Right then, a spark of inspiration flashed across Chen Nuo’s mind, and before Xuan Feng could get her hands on it, he quickly retracted his hand.
Xuan Feng was a bit dumbfounded. What was happening; was Shopkeeper Chen planning to charge after all?
Xuan Feng pursed her lips, resigned to paying a fee; she had come prepared for it to be exceptionally expensive.
Under Xuan Feng’s gaze, Chen Nuo flipped the menu open, casually swiped his hand over it, then closed it immediately. Extending his hand, Chen Nuo offered the menu back to her.
"Take it," Chen Nuo said softly.
Taking the menu, Xuan Feng’s face showed a trace of confusion: "Shopkeeper Chen, what was that...?"
She hadn’t understood Shopkeeper Chen’s actions at all. What was he doing with that swipe?
"Turn to the very last page of the menu and take a look."
The very last page?
Xuan Feng hesitated but did as she was told.
Although Xuan Feng had only looked through the menu twice, she had thoroughly memorized its design and structure, and she was crystal clear about any additions.
Xuan Feng focused her gaze, only to see that what was previously a blank space at the end of the menu was now filled. The beautifully crafted image of a soup pot seemed to leap off the page.
The pot was brimming with a variety of ingredients, incredibly rich and harmonious. Xuan Feng swore she had never seen such a colorful array of dishes in her life. There were way too many ingredients! 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮
Just the ingredients visible on the surface of the soup in the picture numbered no less than five kinds.
Xuan Feng unconsciously swallowed, this dish looked appetizing just by its appearance!
But... the shape of this pot looked so familiar!
Xuan Feng’s brows knit together slightly, then suddenly, her eyes lit up and she relaxed. Wasn’t this the same pot that monkey had been holding before he went to the kitchen?
Could it be? Xuan Feng couldn’t help but look to the right, and there it was, three bold characters written plainly: Buddha Jumps Over the Wall!
Just as she thought!
Xuan Feng’s breath hitched; this was the new dish Shopkeeper Chen was about to introduce—Buddha Jumps Over the Wall!
"This will be available for use in a short while; the menu is complete," Chen Nuo said with a smile.
The menu probably wouldn’t undergo many changes in a short time because the quality of this Buddha Jumps Over the Wall was legendary. Getting it out was like hitting the jackpot!
Xuan Feng nodded gratefully, "Thank you, Shopkeeper Chen!"
She hadn’t expected Shopkeeper Chen to be so considerate, genuinely caring for their clientele.
Chen Nuo nodded with a faint smile, offering no reply. He wasn’t being nice for the sake of it; the unattainable was always the most desirable. Knowing it existed but being unable to get it meant they would have to wait honestly for the day it went on sale.
This way, there would be anticipation. This was the most basic marketing tactic from his previous life.
Now, this tactic came to Chen Nuo effortlessly. As he curled his mouth into a smile, he thought that by doing this, when Buddha Jumps Over the Wall was finally up for sale, saints would surely flock to his doorstep.
True hunger marketing.
"A braised pork dish and twelve jars of Peach Blossom Brew, is that all?" Chen Nuo confirmed once more.
"No!" Xuan Feng hurriedly shook her head, anxiously saying, "I haven’t ordered yet!"
She had been too busy handling the tasks assigned by Her Majesty just now!
Flipping through the menu in her hand meticulously, Xuan Feng’s eyes lit up as she pointed at an item and said, "Shopkeeper Chen, I’ll have a serving of Peach Blossom Porridge!"
After having meat dishes for two days, today she suddenly felt like eating something light.
Her Majesty would still have her usual ten jars of Peach Blossom Brew today, so she decided to get just two jars for herself, lest she end up lossing Vital Blood again.
If Her Majesty was in a good mood, all would be well, but if not...
Xuan Feng shivered, rubbing her arms with both hands. It was better to play it safe.
She had slowly savored the five jars from yesterday and still had two jars left that she couldn’t bear to finish!
It must be said, the Peach Blossom Brew really was delicious, a true gem among wines!
"Alright, these will be ready in a moment," Chen Nuo replied, nodding at her words.
The braised pork, as a popular dish in the restaurant, had already been prepared in advance by Chen Nuo, ensuring rapid delivery, while the Peach Blossom Porridge didn’t even need to be mentioned, for it was always kept warm in the pot.
System-produced goods, even if left for one or two years, when served would be indistinguishable from a freshly made batch.
Just as he was about to stand up, Chen Nuo noticed Xuan Feng’s hesitant expression and with a slightly raised brow, he softly asked, "What’s the matter?"
After hemming and hawing, Xuan Feng mustered up the courage to speak, "Shopkeeper Chen, could I take your disciple Sun Wukong with me after a while?"
As if afraid of being misunderstood, Xuan Feng quickly added, "It’s not that I want to take him away; it’s Her Majesty who wishes to see him!"
Nuwa wants to see Wukong. Chen Nuo remained expressionless, but he pondered inwardly, why would she want to see Wukong?
Suddenly, Chen Nuo had an idea.
Perhaps Nuwa had sensed Sun Wukong’s origins and that’s why she had requested a meeting!
After all, Sun Wukong, once predestined to be a disciple of Buddhism, had now dramatically become his, Chen Nuo’s, disciple, indeed a curious turn of events.
"Shopkeeper Chen? Is it okay?" Seeing that Chen Nuo showed no facial expression, Xuan Feng felt a bit anxious and cautiously said.
Thinking it over, Chen Nuo softly said, "I have no objections, but Wukong needs to agree to this himself. You can just ask him."
He dared to let Wukong meet the Saint because, in his view, Nuwa had no reason to harm Sun Wukong.
First, Sun Wukong was born from the Heaven-Mending Stone of Nuwa; at the end of the day, if one were to be serious, Sun Wukong might even have to call Nuwa mother.
Sun Wukong’s affiliation wasn’t deceptively taken by Buddhism, but rather was obtained openly and honestly, so Nuwa wouldn’t harbor any dislike or aversion towards Sun Wukong.
Secondly, since she wanted to see Sun Wukong, Nuwa must be aware that he was now his disciple. If she harbored any ill intentions towards Sun Wukong, then she should not expect to dine at Chaos Residence ever again.
Given the current situation where she’s punctually having a dish every day with more than ten jars of Peach Blossom Brew, Chen Nuo was clear, Nuwa had completely fallen for the joy of feasting!
She would have to weigh her actions carefully.
And finally, if Nuwa really had any ill intentions, Sun Wukong, equipped with a Teleportation Talisman, could disregard everything and teleport back instantly.
"Ah? I have to speak personally?" Xuan Feng lamented, somewhat reluctantly.
With that monkey always opposing her, how could he possibly agree to come with her? Xuan Feng felt somewhat worried.
Chen Nuo simply played the disengaged shopkeeper, "You can wait and ask Wukong when he comes out."
"Pay first."
Chen Nuo stated indifferently. Without payment, don’t expect him to work. Dining and dashing was the least tolerable behavior in his Chaos Residence!
"Okay!" Xuan Feng moved towards the Crystal Ball with practiced ease. With the help of Her Majesty the Holy, she no longer balked at the cost of settling the bill.
Soon, the payment of fourteen drops of Vital Blood was completed. Xuan Feng didn’t even break a sweat. When you have money, you can do things with such caprice!
