Starting as an infant, with parents who are blond-haired delinquents?

The flavor is comparable to that of domestic geese, but it is not only more delicious than that of ordinary geese.

It also exudes a unique, "wild" flavor.

This flavor, to some extent, incorporates people's taste bud sensations associated with the platypus.

"If I remember correctly, this beaked beast is a first-level protected monster, right?"

Old Chen had already eaten his fill when he was on a date with Manager Liu, so while watching Tan Yue, Zhang Chaoqiang, and their dog eat, Old Chen explained the ingredients and various facts about the dishes.

When discussing one of the dishes that was almost devoured by the group, the main ingredient was none other than the firm and delicious meat of the platypus…

Tan Yue suddenly remembered from the monster encyclopedia that this beaked beast seemed to be a so-called first-class protected monster!

Like ordinary animals, monsters that are close to extinction and have a certain role in the world are classified as protected monsters.

It is divided into three levels, from level one to level three.

Basically, Level 1 is the highest level of existence.

"What? Protect the demon beasts?"

Upon hearing this, Shen Qiangwei and Zhang Huolong were instantly stunned, their chopsticks falling to the ground with a clatter. It was as if they had heard something incredible, or that the sky had fallen.

The hamster, which was gnawing on a bone, was also completely bewildered. Its confused face seemed to be asking Old Chen if it would also be arrested by the Monster Protection Bureau.

Zhang Huolong and Shen Qiangwei panicked even more: "I saw a news report last week saying that eating protected monsters requires at least ten years of training. Although you guys, Lao Chen, are not simple, you can't just eat protected monsters for no reason..."

They all seem to play a crucial role in monster research. Old Chen, how could you do this? Even if it's to thank us, there's absolutely no need to feed us such rare stuff..."

Zhang Huolong frowned, growing increasingly nervous as he thought about it. His hands and feet trembled and turned icy cold, and he held Shen Qiangwei's hand, somewhat at a loss…

Shen Qiangwei asked, "If we go to jail, can we, as husband and wife, be placed in the same cell?"

Zhang Huolong: "If we voluntarily admit to turning ourselves in, I've heard that the punishment might be lighter!"

The two were so anxious that they were restless, like ants on a hot pan.

Old Chen chuckled, and before he could speak, Zhang Chaoqiang said first, "This kind of beaked beast is not the kind of first-class protected monster that people talk about."

"Tan Yue, you're so forgetful. Did you stop studying after the exam?"

You forgot, there are as many as three species of hawk-beaks, among which only the white-haired hawk-beak is classified as an endangered species and listed as a first-class protected monster.

We cultivate and breed the other two species extensively, resulting in huge annual production.

So Mom and Dad, don't worry. Grandpa Chen is so intelligent and of such high moral character, how could he possibly eat a protected monster?

"Super strong and really smart, come on, have a platypus leg!"

Old Chen skillfully separated the platypus skin and meat with a knife and fork, placing the few tenderest parts into Zhang Chaoqiang's bowl.

After learning the truth, Shen Qiangwei and Zhang Huolong finally breathed a sigh of relief, as long as what they ate wasn't a protected monster.

They didn't commit any illegal or criminal acts, but this kind of thing still made them feel very scared.

Old Chen was secretly laughing to himself.

He had deliberately steered the conversation toward this topic, making Tan Yue think that the hawk-beaked beast was a so-called first-class protected monster.

Upon hearing that they were protecting the demon beast, Zhang Huolong and Shen Qiangwei would definitely jump up in fear.

This is perfect; it will shut up those two who were just being nosy.

However, this little incident did not affect the two people's appetite at all. From them, Lao Chen also gained recognition and feedback on his cooking skills.

Only under these circumstances did he return somewhat satisfied.

Zhang Huolong and Shen Qiangwei grumbled to themselves. Ever since Zhang Chaoqiang regained his health, he had become too lazy to control their eating habits, which led to them enjoying delicious food whenever they encountered it.

They really do eat without restraint, and they only like to eat meat, especially fatty meat. They probably feel that they were forced to eat like crazy by Zhang Chaoqiang during that period, and that they are scared of it.

So they immediately went all out for the meat, since Old Chen had already cooked so many meat dishes.

Their overeating is one thing, but the main problem is their lack of self-control coupled with an unbalanced diet. Looking at their condition...

However, Zhang Chaoqiang took it in stride, saying, "It's not a big problem. Mom and Dad, you're just ordinary people, and you'll probably live to be a hundred years old. But these days, the lifespan of ordinary people is generally getting shorter and shorter."

So on average, they might only reach their seventies or eighties. If they don't pay attention to their diet when they're young, it's okay, but according to statistics, they'll develop some serious health problems by their fifties or sixties.

Being able to live past seventy is quite good, it's alright. Just eat according to your usual eating habits and preferences.

"At worst, we can just keep our lifespan below average, it's fine."

It seems that the power of language is not limited to Zhang Chaoqiang's praise and compliments to others.

He gradually applied it to various scenarios, moving beyond simple praise.

When dealing with stubborn people like my parents, previous praise has already desensitized them, preventing them from having any excessive emotions or impact.

So Zhang Chaoqiang decided to try doing the opposite...

After he finished speaking, Shen Qiangwei and Zhang Huolong were probably surprised that Zhang Chaoqiang would say such a thing so abruptly.

Their chopsticks fell to the ground once again.

Then it fell into an endless calm.

No one knows Zhang Huolong and Shen Qiangwei better than Zhang Chaoqiang.

After pausing in silence for about two minutes, Zhang Huolong picked up a large chopstick of greens and said, "Wife, you should live a long life."

Shen Qiangwei did the same, giving Zhang Huolong some corn, a type of whole grain rich in vitamins and dietary fiber.

"Husband, you must live a long life too!"

Although the words were meant to show concern, they sounded really strange to Lao Chen and Tan Yue at the dinner table.

"Something's not right." Zhang Huolong thought about it carefully, then picked up the vegetables from Shen Qiangwei's bowl and put them in his own bowl.

"I think I should live longer, my wife. I've thought it over carefully. If you live longer than me, you'll be very sad after I die."

"So it would be best if you died first, that way I'd be the only one suffering..."

"No, honey, you should go first. I don't want you to be sad because of me... If I go first..."

How will you manage to survive and live alone without me?

In an instant, the two of them steered the conversation toward matters of life and death.

However, in their eyes, Zhang Chaoqiang was probably the first to die.

Because listening to them, it seems like losing the other person means losing everything. Zhang Chaoqiang? Who is he?

I'm so unfamiliar!

Ding.

The goal is to achieve the following: [True love comes from parents, obstacles come from super strength!]

Spiritual power strength +6

clap clap!

Old Chen couldn't hold back any longer. He stood up and started picking at the meager amount of greens in the bowl with his chopsticks, almost ruining them...

Adding to the content of their discussion, he could no longer bear it and slapped Shen Qiangwei and Zhang Huolong's hands with his chopsticks twice.

Suddenly, the two felt a sharp pain and looked up at Old Chen in confusion.

"It's Chinese New Year, you're not children anymore, why are you talking nonsense? Spit on me and say it again!"

Zhang Chaoqiang thought to himself: Old Chen is wrong, because...

"It seems so. It's not really appropriate to say the word 'death' during the Lunar New Year."

"Pah, pah, honey, spit on me and say it again!"

Realizing they had misspoke, the two of them took back what they had just said, following the customary practices of the Central Kingdom.

Saying such things during the Lunar New Year is certainly not a good omen.

Just as the two of them stopped at the dinner table and were about to dwell on this matter, Old Chen, who had been very serious the whole time, suddenly brought two large plates of vegetables to them.

And he said in a serious tone, "If you both stay healthy, neither of you will die early or late. If you both die together, then neither of you will be sad."

When he said this, Old Chen deliberately used some tricks to secretly cover the ears of Zhang Chaoqiang and Tan Yue, so that they could not hear anything he had just said.

Even though Chuan Chaoqiang had just realized something, he still couldn't figure out why his parents had devoured all the vegetables in front of them in the blink of an eye.

Old Chen then continued the previous topic, explaining to the group the different types of monster meat he cooked.

However, on the other hand, Old Chen suddenly remembered the program schedule and where to go tomorrow.

"How about we go to the Monster Garden tomorrow?"

"The Monster Garden?"

"The Monster Garden is essentially the same as a zoo, except that it mainly houses relatively rare and low-ranking monsters for humans to visit."

This kind of venue isn't just for martial artists who can protect themselves; it's also mostly for ordinary people who haven't seen much of the world.

Chapter 176 Deterrence of the Same Kind?

The customs of the Lunar New Year, and the company of family.

This forced Zhang Chaoqiang to postpone his physical mission until after he returned to Tianan City.

The 29th day of the Lunar New Year.

Three seemingly respectable couples, representing young, middle-aged, and elderly...

Couples of three different age groups appeared in the Monster Garden.

Old Chen even brought Manager Liu along today, although the two haven't reached the point of officially confirming their relationship yet.

However, they are already quite close, and getting to know each other better is an opportunity for them to take things a step further.

Manager Liu wore a floral dress today, and her hair was styled so beautifully that it resembled a glass flower hanging on a branch, making her stunning and captivating.

Of course, these are all opinions about appearance, as observed by Lao Chen.

Zhang Huolong and Shen Qiangwei cannot understand the love of people their age.

It's just that there's an age gap, but they and Zhang Chaoqiang are fine, there's basically no generation gap between them.

Of course. This may be because Zhang Chaoqiang and the other two are not far apart in age.