In Douluo Continent, I am the mastermind behind the scenes.

Chapter 83. Dai Yuhao never became a true nobleman.

"My daughter comes from a humble background and doesn't know much about the things that noblewomen like, so I made some pastries by hand to give to my mother as a small token of my appreciation."

As she spoke, Dai Ying slowly stood up, bowed slightly to Xu Lin, and then took the two boxes of pastries from Huo Yuhao's hand, holding them above her head without any haste.

Having worked as a receptionist at the Starlight Hotel and undergone training, Dai Ying's manners, while not exactly impeccable, were at least passable.

Alas! In the end, Dai Ying bore the brunt of everything, unlike Huo Yuhao, who only knew how to revive the Tang Sect and uphold the glory of Shrek Academy, and he didn't understand any of the social interactions between nobles.

"You're so thoughtful." Xu Lin's face showed a long-lost smile. She quickly waved her hand, signaling the maid to hand over the lunchbox containing the snacks. Then she grabbed a piece of oil paper, used it to hold her hand, picked up a snack, and took a small bite.

"Mmm...sweet and tender, oily but not greasy. Here, Ying'er, distribute them, one piece for each person, and let the younger sisters have a taste too."

With the matriarch of the household speaking, which of the women dared to disobey? From the moment they received the refreshments, words of praise echoed throughout the pavilion, making Huo Yuhao feel incredibly embarrassed.

He had tasted the pastries made by Dai Ying herself. They were delicious, but compared to the pastries made by the top chefs at the Starlight Hotel, they were miles behind. These pampered women had eaten all sorts of delicacies, so how could such ordinary pastries possibly catch their eye?

There's nothing we can do about it; that's just how people are. They're so eager to improve themselves that they'll exaggerate even the smallest things, like a box of excrement, into something outrageous.

After some polite exchanges, Dai Ying didn't forget their purpose. She hurriedly stood up, feigning some difficulty, and cupped her hands in a gesture of respect towards Xu Lin, saying, "Mother, we need to speak with my eldest brother (Dai Yueheng) about something. What do you think…?"

Xu Lin nodded and said, "Ying'er, I'm leaving her in your care."

"Yes, Madam." Ying'er moved gracefully to Huo Yuhao and his companion, gesturing towards the pavilion's exit, "Second Miss, Young Master, please follow me."

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The scene shifts to the back garden of the Duke's mansion, where Dai Yueheng, dressed in white, is sparring with a blonde girl. Upon seeing Huo Yuhao and his companion arrive, the brother and sister quickly sheath their swords and invite them to sit down at the stone table.

Through conversation, it was learned that the blonde girl's name was Dai Ruoxi, one year older than Huo Yuhao. She was born into a concubine's family and later awakened the Evil Eye White Tiger Martial Soul, and was adopted by the Duchess.

That's how the Douluo Continent is: nobles rely on inheritance, while the lower classes rely on mutation. After the Spirit Hall was destroyed, the only channel for advancement for the common people was gone.

"Sister, brother-in-law, you come from humble backgrounds, you probably haven't eaten canned fruit before, have you? Here, have a taste."

As she spoke, Dai Yueheng took out four sets of disposable bowls and chopsticks, as well as four earthenware jars, from her storage ring. She removed the mud seals from the mouths of the jars, opened the lids, and instantly, an extremely rich fruity aroma wafted out.

Dai Yueheng poured the canned peaches in syrup from the earthenware jar into Huo Yuhao and Dai Ying's bowls, and gestured for them to try it.

The peaches were crisp, and their unique fruity aroma was completely infused into the syrup. Taking a sip, an indescribable feeling of comfort washed over the two of them.

Is this... the true life of the aristocracy?

For a moment, Huo Yuhao's expression turned somewhat unpleasant. Seeing this scene, he finally understood a principle... becoming a god does not equate to becoming a noble!

Nobility is not a symbol of strength, but a symbol of power and material life. Compared to canned fruit, the life of gods over tens of thousands of years seems rather dull.

"The dance in the palm ends, the flute's sound fades, the autumn night is long in the thirty-six palaces," he! Huo Yuhao! also wants to enjoy the life of an emperor in the mortal world!

In his past life, Dai Yuhao never became a true nobleman!

Seeing that Huo Yuhao seemed a little down, Dai Yueheng quickly asked, "Brother-in-law, what's wrong? If the peaches don't suit your taste, I have other kinds of canned fruit here."

"No, no, it's not that it doesn't suit my taste, it's just that it's the first time I've ever eaten such delicious food, and I was momentarily stunned."

As he spoke, Huo Yuhao picked up his chopsticks and began to devour the canned food in his bowl. The syrup was so delicious and the peaches were so crisp. This kind of canned food must be very expensive to make, right?

Huo Yuhao had no idea that the peaches were just ordinary peaches, and the sugar used to make the canned fruit was just any sugar available everywhere. The entire production process, including labor costs, cost less than a single silver soul coin, and was not even worth as much as a clay pot.

After finishing the canned food, Dai Ruoxi tactfully left. In the vast back garden, apart from some maids, only Dai Yueheng, Huo Yuhao, and Dai Ying remained.

"Tell me, is it because Ma Xiaotao is too ashamed to ask you to come and persuade me to return to the Shrek team?" After dismissing the maids, Dai Yueheng slowly spoke.

Huo Yuhao scratched his head, looking embarrassed, and said, "Big brother, to be honest, after you left, I did try to persuade Senior Sister Xiao Tao... to bring the Shrek Academy team to invite you back, but she just beat me up."

Dai Yueheng said with some helplessness, "Of course. Don't underestimate Captain Xiaotao just because she is a woman. Her ambition is no less than any man's, and even I am ashamed of myself. Asking her to admit her mistakes in front of everyone in the Shrek team is simply an impossible thing to do."

"Xiao Tao...Captain?" Huo Yuhao asked in surprise, "Big brother, don't you hold a grudge against Senior Xiao Tao?"

"Hold a grudge? Why would I hold a grudge against her?" Dai Yueheng said expressionlessly, "It's only human nature. Anyone with some resources would fight for the Qiankun Creation Pill. I, Dai Yueheng, am not so petty as to fuss over such a trivial matter."

Huo Yuhao asked curiously, "Big brother, since you don't mind, why did you go back to the Duke's mansion instead of the Starlight Hotel?"

"One condition!" Dai Yueheng said solemnly, "I can return to the Shrek Academy team and participate in the upcoming competition. In exchange, I want to join the Tang Sect, take on an important position, and enjoy the same treatment as your seven-person group."

"As you can see, the Star Luo Empire is in danger of collapse. I need to find a way out for the White Tiger lineage. After much thought... your Tang Clan is the most suitable."

Dai Yueheng was afraid that Huo Yuhao wouldn't understand, so she deliberately didn't use too many obscure words.

After pondering for a moment, Huo Yuhao finally nodded, and Dai Yueheng successfully became a member of the Tang Sect.

(End of this chapter)