Chapter 296: Treasure

Chapter 296: Treasure

After some time, Li Huowang was sitting on the stool while running his hands across the golden sandalwood table in front of him, feeling the soft animal skin beneath his feet. As he surveyed the luxurious interior of the room, he knew that having a meal at this place was bound to be quite expensive. Hed seen this restaurant next to the Exquisite Pagoda before. Judging based on where it was located, it must be pretty well-known in all of Yinling City.

Creak~

The door opened, and a beautifully dressed woman with a light fragrance entered the room and placed various delicious dishes on the round table.

As Li Huowang looked at the dishes, he realized that he couldnt even discern the ingredients used to make some of the dishes on this table, let alone having eaten them before.

Hehehe~ Come, come, Brother Er, lets toast, said Tuoba Danqing as he lifted the silver pot, about to pour a cup of wine in front of Li Huowang.

Li Huowang felt a little uneasy. Brother Tuoba, I'm not good with drinks. Please forgive me.

After saying that, Li Huowang picked up the teapot beside him and poured some tea for himself. Ill use the tea instead of wine. I raise this toast to Brother Tuoba, wishing you all the best!

Tuoba Danqing grinned as he raised his wine glass and clinked it against Li Huowangs teacup. Alright~ Heres to Brother Ers smooth journey to the Immortals residence!

Li Huowang placed the teacup under his mask and took a small sip.

Meanwhile, Tuoba Danqing rolled up his sleeves, lifted his chopsticks, and started jabbing them into the dish placed before him, emitting white steam. Come, come, lets eat! Try this dish! Its called Myriad of Colors, and is a specialty of Yinling City. You wont find it anywhere else.

With their chopsticks raised and cups clinking, the atmosphere in the room soon became much more relaxed. Mealtime conversations had a distinctly different ambiance compared to discussions that happened elsewhere.

Tuoba Danqings plump face turned rosy as he smacked his lips a few times while savoring the food. Then, he leaned on the round table with his elbows, and slurred, Brother Er, from now on, were like family. If theres anything you dont understand about the Bureau, feel free to ask me. Also, remember this: Youre part of the Surveillance Bureau now. If you ever encounter any issues in official matters, then you can always invoke the name of the Surveillance Bureau. As long as its not a major issue, most government offices will show some leeway.

Thanks a lot, Brother Tuoba. In that case, Ive indeed encountered some difficulties, said Li Huowang as he extended his hand, bringing out the Bagua mirror he had prepared in advance. This item belonged to a member of the Sitting Oblivion Dao. Its incredibly powerful, but I cant find the method to activate it. Brother Tuoba, please take a look.

An item that was originally owned by someone from the Sitting Oblivion Dao? Haha, they dont have anything of their own. Its obviously something they swindled. Let me take a look, said Tuoba Danqing as he took it and carefully examined it. However, even as he started examining it with his hands, his mouth never stopped talking. Brother Er, how did it go that day? Tell me, how did you deal with that member of the Sitting Oblivion Dao?

Li Huowangs sharp senses made it easy for him to get tipsy, but sometimes, getting a bit drunk was just what he needed.

As the night went on, the drinks kept flowing. Slowly, their camaraderie became so strong that it almost reached the point of them performing traditional rituals like burning yellow paper and sacrificing a chicken to become sworn brothers.

As he listened to Tuoba Danqings voice, Li Huowang was reminded of his dormitory mates; it was as if he had returned to the time when he was in high school before his illness began. Back then, he wasnt mentally ill, and there was no transmigration. Yang Na was real, and his future was bright.

Ah... how great would it be to once again go back to that time

But now, Ive already joined the Surveillance Bureau. The precarious days are behind me, and from now on, each day will surely be better than the last. Some day, Ill live a life even better than the one before!

In a daze, Tuoba Danqing embraced Li Huowangs shoulders, leaned against the window sill, and gazed at the quiet Yinling City outside. His voice carried a hint of emotion as he said, Dear brother~! Look at how beautiful Yinling City is. Honestly, I havent been here much.

Brother Tuoba, I apologize! Ill punish myself with three cups! Im sorry for making Brother Tuoba run around! said Li Huowang. He was so drunk that his tongue was tied, and at times, he didnt even know what he was saying.

What are you apologizing for? What nonsense are you talking about? I just happened to pass by. Its not specifically for you, my friend. Can you guess what I was doing before? said Tuoba Danqing.

How could I guess? Brother Tuoba, Li Huowang hiccuped before continuing, look, the sun is almost up. How about we call it a night?

Hearing that Li Huowang didnt pick up on his cue, Tuoba Danqing got a bit annoyed. Come here, let me show you a real treasure! Itll broaden your horizons, my friend!

Then, he pulled Li Huowang back to the table, plopped down on the ground, and rummaged through his tattered yellow cloth bag. Soon, he forcefully pulled out a mans head, along with a mass of bloody and mushy internal organs.

Hmm? Li Huowang looked at it in bewilderment. Brother Tuoba, what is this?

Hehe, you dont know, huh? This is the Strayed One we specially obtained from the depths of Qing Qiu with Lord Jixiang, said Tuoba Danqing.

As soon as these words came out, the illusion of Hong Zhong burst into laughter, doubling over as he struggled to catch his breath.