A Bite of Douluo Continent

That's not what I meant!

She couldn't help but shout in her heart, but once the words were out, she couldn't take them back.

"The other dishes will be here soon, please wait a moment." Upon hearing Yu's mother's response, Qi Han's face immediately lit up with a bright smile.

That's great! It seems that Yu Lianxin's mother is a very kind person.

That put his mind at ease.

A future mother-in-law like this shouldn't make things difficult for her future son-in-law.

Although Qi Han left, the atmosphere among the four of them suddenly became strange.

Yu Zhifeng cast a gossipy glance at his older sister, just about to ask when the two got together, when Mu Xinting suddenly looked up at Yu Qinghong, "Didn't you tell me that Xin'er and Boss Qi just like each other and aren't together yet?"

“I…” Yu Qinghong opened his mouth, looking at Yu Lianxin with a wry smile, “You’ll have to ask your precious daughter about that. The two children weren’t together when I left last time.”

Yu Lianxin: "..."

Seeing the gaze Mu Xinting cast at her, Yu Lianxin felt a slight chill run down her spine. "Mom..."

She hugged her mother's arm in a flattering manner, "Oh, Mom~ I like him, so we got together."

“Xin’er, you’re not like me. Back then, your mother didn’t have any talent for cultivation, so I just married your father as a compromise.” Mu Xinting sighed softly. “But you have such good talent for cultivation. Your mother hopes that you can marry a genius soul master who knows how to take care of you, so that your life together will be more fulfilling.”

Yu Qinghong's expression turned somewhat strange.

Although his wife said she married him just to make do, if he remembered correctly, there were quite a few powerful Soul Masters who pursued her back then.

They've always been hypocritical.

He cleared his throat, feeling it necessary to say a few words in Qi Han's defense, "Ah Ting, I think Boss Qi is quite nice too..."

"Shut up!" Mu Xinting glared at Yu Qinghong.

"Mom..." Yu Lianxin shook Mu Xinting's arm, "You know, I've been a glutton since I was little. Wouldn't it be great to marry a chef? Besides, Qi Han is very capable too?"

"What skills can a chef possibly have?" Mu Xinting shook her head, taking it as Yu Lianxin simply trying to cheer her up.

Yu Zhifeng: "..."

It seems he thought the same thing when he first came to Hanshi Festival?

As a result, Boss Qi didn't even need to use his martial spirit or soul skills; he simply suppressed him with one hand.

Thinking about this, Yu Zhifeng felt he needed to say something.

He coughed lightly, "Um... Mom, my brother-in-law..."

"Hmm?" Mu Xinting's eyes sharpened.

“Oh no, Boss Qi, he…” Yu Zhifeng wiped away a cold sweat, having inadvertently let slip the secret, and quickly tried to salvage the situation, “Boss Qi is really strong. I was no match for him last time I came here.”

"Really?" Mu Xinting's doubts softened a bit. She knew her son well; Xiao Feng had always been proud and ambitious, and it was impossible for him to belittle himself like this just to elevate Boss Qi.

“Really.” Yu Lianxin shook Mu Xinting’s arm. “Mom, Qi Han’s strength is no weaker than mine. Several times before, I was in danger and he helped me get out of trouble. He must also be the genius soul master you mentioned.”

"What?" Mu Xinting's focus shifted instantly. "You've been in danger several times? When did this happen? Why didn't you tell us?"

“Indeed, you’re really something. Why didn’t you mention this to me before?” Yu Qinghong on the other side chimed in, his eyes filled with reproach.

Yu Lianxin: "..."

Oh no, I let it slip.

Because she didn't want her family to worry, she never mentioned the dangers she encountered to her parents. Every time she came home, she would say that she was quietly cultivating in the academy, always reporting good news and never bad.

This time, in order to help Qi Han prove himself, he unexpectedly got himself involved.

Thinking of this, she coughed lightly, "It's okay, Mom and Dad, it's all in the past, let's not talk about it anymore."

"No." Mu Xinting shook her head, her expression becoming stern. "After dinner, you must give me a proper explanation!"

"…All right."

"The dishes are all served." Qi Han walked over at the right moment, placed the dishes on the table, and said with a smile, "What do you mean, 'confess honestly'?"

"It's nothing." Mu Xinting shook her head, and when she looked at Qi Han again, her smile broadened. "Mr. Qi..."

"Auntie, you can just call me Xiao Qi," Qi Han quickly interrupted.

"Okay, Xiao Qi, my Xin'er told me that your cultivation is quite good?" Mu Xinting couldn't help but ask.

"It should be alright, I guess." Qi Han blinked.

My future mother-in-law wants to assess my cultivation level?

understood!

Thinking of this, he didn't hesitate to show his seven ten-thousand-year soul rings and said with a smile, "Auntie, I am now at level seventy-three in soul power."

Mu Xinting nodded in satisfaction. Although she was not a Soul Master, both of her children were, so she naturally had some understanding of things like Soul Rings.

Seven ten-thousand-year spirit rings—she had never seen such a thing anywhere else except on her own daughter, who possessed twin martial souls.

Although it is unknown how Qi Han did it, he is undoubtedly worthy of being called a genius soul master.

She finally believed what her daughter and son had said earlier, and stepped forward to take Qi Han's hand. "Then I'll call you Xiao Qi. Xiao Qi, Xin'er said you saved her several times. Can you tell Auntie if Xin'er is doing anything dangerous right now?"

Clearly, she didn't quite believe her daughter's words and was going to see what Qi Han had to say.

"Huh?" Qi Han subconsciously glanced at Yu Lianxin. Seeing the girl frantically making eye contact, he seemed to understand something and said with a smile, "The most dangerous time has passed. Lianxin and I are both fine now, and there will be no danger in the future. My dishes can improve cultivation, so our cultivation will improve very quickly. Don't worry, I will protect her in the future."

With the death of the Holy Spirit Cult leader, this evil soul master organization will fall apart, the evil soul masters will return to their original state, and Yu Lianxin's surveillance mission will no longer be so dangerous.

And next time Yu Lianxin goes, I will definitely accompany her.

So it's not a big problem.

Hearing this, Mu Xinting's expression softened a bit. "That's good, that's good."

She smiled and looked at Qi Han, "Then I'll leave my daughter in your care."

With his excellent cooking skills and strong abilities, Mu Xinting suddenly found Qi Han more agreeable.

Ok?

Did I succeed in conquering the game directly?

Qi Han naturally had no idea what had happened when he left. She was a little confused at the moment, but she quickly came to her senses and said, "Don't worry, Auntie, I definitely will."

Without further pleasantries, Qi Han returned to the kitchen to continue his work, while Yu Lianxin's family began to enjoy their meal.

After tasting the various dishes cooked by Qi Han, Mu Xinting, who was already very satisfied with Qi Han, became even more satisfied.

She was very satisfied with each dish; the wonderful taste was something she had never experienced before.

Seeing her mother's change in attitude, Yu Lianxin breathed a slight sigh of relief.

Now her father, mother, and younger brother all had no objections to her being with Qi Han.

Chapter 581 The New World

"Phew!" Mu Xinting breathed a sigh of relief, touched her slightly swollen belly, and smiled with satisfaction. "Xiao Qi's cooking is really good."

Then, she glared at Yu Qinghong and said, "While we're having a public lesson, Ah Hong, you should learn from Xiao Qi and make it for me later."

Yu Qinghong scratched his head helplessly, "Okay, okay."

Mu Xinting stopped talking, looked around, and asked with a puzzled expression, "Shouldn't it be almost closing time? Why haven't any people left the dining area?"

"I don't know either," Yu Qinghong shook his head. "There doesn't seem to be anything like this before."

Just as the family was wondering what was going on, Fuya suddenly came out and said, "The peony fish slices are ready. Those who want some, please discuss how to share them."

Botan fish fillets?!

Yu Qinghong's expression first showed a moment of stunned silence, followed by overwhelming joy.

Yu Lianxin was also slightly surprised, then quickly looked at Mu Xinting, "Mom, you should try it later."

"This..." Mu Xinting had already read the descriptions of the various dishes on the menu, so she was no stranger to the Peony Fish Slices. She knew why her husband and children were looking at her like that, but she still couldn't help but ask, "Does this dish really keep you looking young forever after just one bite?"

“Really.” Yu Lianxin took Mu Xinting’s arm, nodded emphatically, and then waved to Fuya.

Amidst the astonished gazes of the crowd, the extraordinary phenomenon of the peony fish slices appeared, blooming above the cold food festival. Immediately afterwards, diners who wanted to taste it lined up to share the peony fish slices.

"Ah Hong, I..." Feeling the warm and comfortable sensation on her face, Mu Xinting couldn't help but become nervous and turned to look at her husband, "What have I become?"

Yu Qinghong's face was full of smiles, "You look exactly the same as when you were young. The number one beauty of Lingluo City has returned."

"Really?" Mu Xinting covered her mouth and smiled.

“Of course it’s true.” Yu Lianxin stepped forward and took Mu Xinting’s arm. “Mom, if we walk down the street now, people will probably mistake us for twin sisters!”

"You silly girl." Mu Xinting tapped Yu Lianxin's forehead and couldn't help but laugh herself.

After the Hanshi Festival lunch service was completely over, Qi Han walked out of the kitchen, smiled at Mu Xinting, and said, "Auntie was so beautiful when she was young."

Looking at her future son-in-law, Mu Xinting was increasingly satisfied. "Xiao Qi, you've worked hard all afternoon."

"It's alright. Soul Masters have better stamina, so this kind of cooking isn't strenuous," Qi Han explained with a smile, then stretched out his other hand from behind his back.

In that hand, she was carrying a small bag containing four exquisite little gift boxes.

"What is this?" Yu Lianxin blinked curiously.

"Didn't I tell you, I'm going to make a very special dish today?" Qi Han smiled and placed the bag in Yu Lianxin's hands. "This dish is called crème brûlée. There are four servings here, just enough for you, your aunt and uncle, and Xiaofeng."

"Mmm!" Yu Lianxin hugged the bag tightly to her chest, her face full of a happy smile.

Seeing how considerate Qi Han was, Mu Xinting nodded slightly, feeling even more satisfied with her future son-in-law.

Holding the caramel pudding, Yu Lianxin and her family did not linger and left Hanshi.

Although she really wanted to stay with Qi Han, her parents had just arrived, so she definitely had to spend time with them first.

Moreover, Qi Han also needs to practice his cooking skills. If he neglects his important business because he is with her, Yu Lianxin will definitely feel guilty.

Soon, the family returned to the hotel.

...

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, a month has passed.