The overlord of the gods is interrogating the alien female spy.

　"Does Miss Na Xi have any relatives in Baizao?"

　"Yes, there are. But I don't get along with them, so you won't have the chance to mooch a meal from them."

　"That's a real pity. In that case, how about we find a good restaurant and have a grand feast?"

　Chen Lingxu glanced at the Nine-Colored Deer, and seeing her gently shake her head, he passed the question back to Xi.

　"What does Miss Xi think?"

　"You're new here. Baizao is a large and populous place. If you only look at the name and then decide what to do, you might fall into some traps."

　Xi thought for a moment and realized that the quickest way to make the Qilin reveal its weakness was to make contact with its brothers and sisters.

　"So, Miss Xi has a good place to go?"

　"Hmph. Follow me."

　But after half an hour, Xi, who had been walking ahead with her head held high, no longer looked so confident.

　"Is Miss Xi lost?"

　"No. I just... cough, it's been so long that I can't remember where my brother is staying. Humph, follow me, you won't go hungry."

　"Ah Xu, let Xiao Xi think about it carefully."

　The nine-colored deer wasn't hungry, and now that it had come to Baizhao again, it was particularly curious about everything here.

　Once we've settled in, I'll go out for a stroll with him.

　"Got it, over here."

　After pondering for a moment, Xi frowned and pointed to a main street.

　Looking further ahead, there is a particularly eye-catching restaurant.

　"Is that restaurant over there the property of Miss Xi's brother?"

　is it?

　Xi doesn't remember either. The last time she came, it seemed to be just an ordinary little tavern.

　"perhaps."

　"perhaps?"

　"In short, you won't go hungry."

　After exchanging a few words, Chen Lingxu approached the restaurant and saw the plaque with the name inscribed on it.

　"Dingfenglou?"

　"Gentlemen, it's been so hot and humid lately. You are very fortunate to have come to Dingfeng Restaurant today. We have rock sugar pear soup, which can relieve the heat and quench your thirst."

　Upon entering the building, a waiter greeted us and led us to our seats. He then brought us a pot of tea and four bowls of rock sugar pear soup. The service was excellent.

　"you

　What's the name of our head chef?

　Xi first picked up the bowl and took a sip, then looked at the waiter and directly asked about the matter.

　"Oh, sir, you've come prepared? You've come at just the right time. We have four chefs here: Chef Zhao, Chef Qian, Chef Sun, and Chef Li. But if we're talking about top-notch culinary skills, it has to be Master Yu from Dingfeng Restaurant. Chefs Zhao, Qian, Sun, and Li all apprenticed under Master Yu."

　"..."

　Upon hearing this name, Xi nodded slightly.

　She said she remembered correctly, that was indeed the name of the brand back then.

　"Call him here. Tell him someone is looking for the short guy."

　"Oh? Please don't say that. You don't know, although our Master Yu is a great cook, he has a terrible temper, especially... his height..."

　"Go ahead. I'll take care of anything that happens."

　Are they here to cause trouble, not to eat?

　Hearing what the other person said, the waiter looked at the Qilin sitting there and then nodded.

　"Please wait a moment. I'll go and inform Master Yu right away."

　Seeing him leave, Xi raised her head and turned to look at the Qilin in front of her.

　"Hey Mr. Chen, what would you like to eat?"

　"Oh? Miss Xi is inviting the three of us?"

　Chen Lingxu smacked his lips. The rock sugar pear soup was indeed excellent, a perfect treat for cooling off and quenching thirst. However, he noticed Xi had no money at all; how could she afford to entertain guests?

　"Of course. Nine-colored deer, and... green grass balls, you should also think about what to eat later."

　Xi hadn't even considered paying. After all, how could she charge her own brother for a meal?

　"Who! Who's looking for me!"

　As soon as Xi finished speaking, before she even arrived, her incredibly loud voice rang out in the restaurant.

　"Over there, over there, Master Yu, slow down!"

　Chen Lingxu looked up and saw a small, bright red dragon running towards him.

　She's described as short, but she only looks a tiny bit shorter than Xi next to her.

　And then Xi still called him short... what a bizarre competitive spirit!

　"it's me."

　Xi, holding her teacup, glanced at him with her rainbow-colored eyes, and the loud voice on the other end immediately fell silent.

　"Isn't this Xi? What brings you to Baizhao?"

　The person who came did not address her as "sister" as she had hoped, and remained as carefree as ever upon seeing her.

　“I was passing by with a friend when I heard about some kind of Celestial Masters gathering, so I came to check it out. I was passing by here and remembered that you, my younger brother, were here, so as your older sister, I came to see you.”

　Xi emphasized the words "younger brother" and "older sister," but he didn't seem to care at all. He looked at the other three, scratched his head, and readily agreed.

　"Sure, since you're Xi's friend, then you're also my friend. What would you like to eat today? Order whatever you like."

　"Brother Yu is truly generous. I have long heard of your unparalleled culinary skills and your mastery of both northern and southern Chinese cuisines. It is my great honor to finally meet you today."

　"Haha... You're too kind, too kind. Xiao Linzi, remember what these guests want to eat. I'll go heat up the oil right now."

　"Yes!"

　Chen Lingxu glanced at Xi, who was holding a bowl and drinking without swallowing, and couldn't help but laugh out loud.

　"..."

　Ignoring Xi's death stare, Chen Lingxu asked the Nine-Colored Deer and Algae Boy beside him what they wanted to eat.

　The shapeshifters were always indifferent, and the Nine-Colored Deer wasn't a gourmand with many fuss over food, so the pressure of ordering food fell on Xi again.

　"Why are you looking at me? It's my treat today, just don't stuff yourself to death."

　"Hmm... then please bring us some, sir..."

　Listening to Chen Lingxu reciting the menu like he was listing dishes, Xi chuckled to herself.

　That stinky Qilin wants to fleece her?

　Unfortunately, I'm not paying.

　"You, are you..."

　"Don't worry about it. Mr. Chen has always had a good appetite since he was a child, and he can eat as much as he wants."

　"Alright. Please wait a moment."

　Although I don't know what kind of fierce battle took place in the kitchen, the speed at which the food was served was undeniably impressive.

　Meat and fish, vegetables and candied fruits, steamed, stir-fried, stewed and fried...

　Nine-Colored Deer only picked up a piece of each dish to taste, while Xi only used her chopsticks on the dishes that interested her, leaving the rest to the two foodies, one big and one small.

　The boy in green robes wolfed down his food without regard for decorum, while the boy in black robes, dressed as a qilin, wielded his chopsticks with lightning speed, clearing away a plate of food in the blink of an eye. Meanwhile, the bowls of rice were stacked higher and higher, attracting the attention and jeers of some other diners.

　"A-Xu, Miss Zao, slow down. There's no rush."

　"Never mind him, Nine-Colored Deer. Eating so fast, is he a reincarnated starving ghost? Be careful not to choke on your breath."

　"Xiaoxi, don't say that."

　"Huh?! I, I was just trying to help you... Tch."

　Xi pouted, and just as she was about to turn her grief and anger into appetite, a figure suddenly appeared beside the table, clearly attracted by the commotion.

　"Excuse me... fellow Daoist, could we share a table?"

　Even while enjoying his meal, Chen Lingxu remained elegant, licking his lips, setting the plate aside, and looking at the person who had spoken to him.

　That was a woman named 'Liboli'.

　"I'd be very happy to have more like-minded food enthusiasts. Please!"

　The other person raised their hand, and the waiter brought over a stool. She then sat down between Chen Lingxu and Xi, and took the chopsticks that Chen Lingxu handed her.

　Without changing his expression, he picked up a piece of food with his chopsticks.

　A golden-winged roc? That's interesting.

　With mounts and companions already acquired, pets will simply come knocking on your door.

　Chen Lingxu licked his lips, his gaze sweeping over the red sun on the other's forehead, the golden wings behind his head, and the 'horns' on his head. Then, as if by magic, he pulled out a gourd from thin air and placed it on the table.

　"How can we eat without wine? My fellow enthusiast, why don't we take this opportunity to have a good drink together?"

　"it is good!"

　Seeing that there was more wine in the bowl, she was not afraid and picked up the bowl to drink with Qilin.

　Chapter Sixty-Three Bowls and You're Over the Hill

　"Good wine!"

　The wine goes down the throat, and then comes three "good" sounds.

　"This wine has power."

　She put down her bowl and praised him generously.

　"It's stronger than any strong liquor I've ever drunk. What's this liquor called?"

　"It doesn't have a name. It's homemade liquor, just for drinking to one's heart's content."

　"Good! Brother, you have great spirit."

　She picked up some food to accompany her wine, then clinked glasses with Qilin and drank heartily.

　"Whew! That was powerful."

　After drinking a bowl of wine, she suddenly felt much more comfortable speaking.

　This wine...

　"May I ask your name, sir? And from where are you from?"

　This wine is good, but you can't drink too much... at least not when you're doing serious business.

　"No need for formalities, my surname is Chen. My family are of foreign origin. I came here specifically to meet you after hearing about the grand event being held in Da Yan."

　"Oh? Brother Chen, your timing is perfect. In two days, it will be the Celestial Master Assessment Meeting, presided over by the True Dragon. Now that the world is at peace, the Celestial Masters have learned their skills, and it is time to let the people see their worth."

　"Indeed. However, we, a few relatives, are new to your esteemed land and do not know where the grand event will be held, whether it is open to anyone at any time, or whether there are any requirements?"

　"Ha. Tomorrow, it will be at the Celestial Master's Mansion, starting at Chenshi (7-9 AM) and ending at Youshi (5-7 PM). Celestial Masters from all walks of life will take turns to compete in their skills and arts. Just register your address and surname at the gate, and you can enter to watch."

　"The Celestial Master's Mansion? It's getting late, and we don't have a place to stay yet. After we have dinner, we'll have to find an inn. I'm afraid we won't have time to go tomorrow."

　"No trouble, no trouble. From here, head east along the main street, and you'll reach the Celestial Master's Mansion."

　She had already drunk three bowls of wine while chatting and laughing. When Qilin came to offer her another toast, she was not intimidated and drank the wine again.

　"Alright, alright, will you go tomorrow, young lady?"

　"nature."

　"How about we meet in front of the Celestial Master's Mansion tomorrow?"