Chapter 635: They're all good ingredients!

Looking at Tang Qingqing bowing over and over apologizing, Ye Zhangqing and the others exchanged glances—what is this girl up to?

Tang Qingqing didn't know what was wrong either; she only felt her mind go blank, completely unaware of what to say.

Fortunately, at that moment, Tang Qingqing's grandfather, Tang Yao, came over with some people.

Upon seeing Qi Xiong and the others from afar, Old Master Tang couldn't help but shudder.

His granddaughter had previously sent a message saying she had by chance met people from the Dongzhou Dao Yi Sect—some Great Saints and Saints—but at that time Tang Yao still didn't believe it.

He thought, how could so many Great Saints and Saints possibly come to his little Tang family? His obedient granddaughter must have been deceived.

But now seeing it with his own eyes, Tang Yao dared not be the slightest bit negligent.

He immediately stepped forward and performed a respectful salute.

"I, Tang Yao, pay my respects to all you seniors."

His attitude was extremely respectful; seeing this, Qi Xiong replied with a smile.

"Old Master Tang, please don't stand on ceremony; we're simply invited guests, nothing special, no need to be tense—just relax."

As they spoke, Qi Xiong helplessly glanced at Tang Qingqing, sighing, "This girl..."

With Tang Yao stepping in, the atmosphere naturally eased considerably; under the guidance of Tang Yao and the Tang family members, everyone arrived at the Tang Family Manor.

Although Tang Yao was just as nervous facing Qi Xiong and the others, he wasn't as overwrought as Tang Qingqing.

As for the other Tang family members, they were both nervous and excited.

After all, having so many Great Saints and Saints come as guests to the Tang family is itself a matter of prestige.

Moreover, if they could establish good relations with the Dongzhou Dao Yi Sect, the Tang family would effectively have a powerful backer.

This would absolutely benefit the Tang family's development, after all, a Spiritual Chef Clan like the Tang family is not known for combat prowess.

As for hosting Qi Xiong and the others, the Tang family spared no effort.

As the Tang family's sole Saint, Tang Yao accompanied them throughout, daring not to be the slightest bit negligent.

After strolling around the manor, when they reached the backyard, everyone sensed the aura of demon beasts.

"Seniors, please don't misunderstand—these are the ingredients raised by my Tang family."

Tang Yao hurriedly explained.

As a Spiritual Chef Clan, it's natural for them to raise some ingredients themselves, even personally planting spiritual fruits and vegetables—this is completely normal.

Hearing that, Ye Zhangqing became interested.

"May we take a look?"

"Of course, it's just a demon beast habitat, so there's bound to be..."

"No problem."

Qi Xiong waved his hand indifferently, noting that the Dao Yi Sect also raises plenty of ingredients, and it would be good to see how these Spiritual Chef Clans of Zhongzhou differ.

Seeing Ye Zhangqing and the others insist, Tang Yao didn't say more and immediately led everyone to the place where the Tang family raises its ingredients.

The quantity isn't large, after all, the ingredients raised here are only meant for the Tang family's own consumption.

Moreover, the Tang family's population isn't large to begin with—just over a hundred people—so consumption is low.

The variety, however, is not small, and there are even some Zhongzhou-specific demon beasts.

These demon beasts were all purchased by the Tang family from other places.

This time Tang Qingqing and her group went to the near sea to buy a batch of demon beasts, only to be schemed against halfway.

"The raising is not bad."

Upon inspection, he found that the Tang family cared for these demon beasts well—each one plump and sturdy.

Facing the praise, Tang Yao felt happy inside but kept a humble exterior.

Afterwards, everyone went to the vegetable garden.

This time Ye Zhangqing saw plenty of good things; these vegetable gardens are personally tended by the Tang family.

There were many quality spiritual vegetables, and Ye Zhangqing even found a few rare items that, after processing, could be made into several seasonings he had long wanted.

On the spot, Ye Zhangqing requested to buy some spiritual vegetables.

Tang Yao was delighted; he wouldn't refuse, and moreover refused to take any money—it was completely free.

"Junior Brother, what do you need these for?"

Xu Jie and the others curiously watched Ye Zhangqing place these spiritual vegetables one by one into his Space Ring, then asked curiously.

Hearing that, Ye Zhangqing gave a slight smile.

"These are all good things; tonight I'll show you a trick."

"That's great."

They didn't know what the good things were, only knowing they'd have a feast tonight.

However, at that moment Tang Yao also enthusiastically invited everyone to definitely attend the banquet that evening.

The Tang family had nothing else to show off except their culinary skill.

Moreover, given Qi Xiong and the others' cultivation level, they probably wouldn't care for the Tang family's treasures.

Therefore, all Tang Yao could do was exert himself fully, hoping to prepare a delicious feast for Qi Xiong and the others tonight, hoping everyone would like it.

Faced with Tang Yao's enthusiastic invitation, Qi Xiong and the others weren't particularly keen, but couldn't refuse, so they nodded in agreement.

Arriving at the lodgings prepared by the Tang family for everyone, the Tang family members took their leave, saying they'd come again for the banquet.

Seeing off the Tang family members, Qi Xiong glanced at Hong Zun and the others and casually remarked.

"Who's going tonight?"

Tonight Ye Zhangqing is going to show off his skill; compared to whatever Tang family banquet, everyone naturally looks forward to Ye Zhangqing's cooking more.

Originally Ye Zhangqing hadn't planned to do it, but Zhao Zhengping, Xu Jie and the others persuaded him relentlessly, leaving him no choice.

Now they could only pick an unlucky representative to attend the Tang family banquet on their behalf.

Hearing Qi Xiong's words, Hong Zun and the others exchanged glances, then simultaneously clasped their fists and spoke in unison.

"As the senior brother and sect leader, in such a situation it's only natural for the senior brother to be present in person; otherwise, wouldn't that disappoint everyone?"

Huh???

Hearing this, Qi Xiong froze for a moment, then immediately lashed out in anger.

"What the hell are you doing to me?"

"Senior brother, how could this be seen as messing around? You're the sect leader; you naturally represent the Dao Yi Sect."

You were still thinking of picking an unlucky scapegoat from among them, heh, didn't see that coming, huh? We've teamed up to strike back at you.

Qi Xiong was reluctant, but this time the crowd was unusually united, leaving him no opportunity to argue.

The person chosen to attend the banquet has been decided: it's Qi Xiong. This made him so angry he blew his beard and glared.

Meanwhile, in the Yunluo Holy Land, at the cave dwelling of Third Elder Li Zhengqing, Wang Xiao and Xiao Han Yi rushed in.

"Third Elder, those below reported that Qi Xiong and the others from the Dao Yi Sect have arrived in Zhongzhou."

Li Zhengqing, who had been cultivating, suddenly opened his eyes upon hearing the news.

"The Dao Yi Sect has come to Zhongzhou? Is the report true?"

"It's been confirmed; right now, all members of the Dao Yi Sect are at Tang Family Fortress."

"Damn it, why did they come to Zhongzhou? Don't they know the Tianlong Holy Land wants to kill them? They've slaughtered countless demon emperors, yet they're running to Zhongzhou to court death."

Earlier, the Yunluo Holy Lord had with great difficulty blocked the Tianlong Holy Land, preventing them from leaving Zhongzhou, and had thought the matter would temporarily settle down.

Although the Tianlong Holy Land certainly won't let it go so easily, as long as we prevent them from leaving Zhongzhou, the Dao Yi Sect, being in Dongzhou, will be safe.

But now, how the hell did you guys come to your own door?