Chapter 261

"Chen the shopkeeper, what's wrong with Old Bai?"

Haotian, somewhat puzzled, pointed at Tai Bai Jin Xing and asked.

Chen Nuo glanced over indifferently, showing no emotional fluctuation.

"Nothing much, just about to awaken divine abilities."

Having witnessed the grand scene of the Jie Sect's simultaneous awakening, Chen Nuo was already accustomed to it, unless some heaven-defying divine ability awakening occurred.

Awakening divine abilities!

Haotian's breath caught, his hands unconsciously clenched—Tai Bai Jin Xing had actually awakened divine abilities, while he still showed no reaction!

At that moment, Haotian could no longer contain himself and hurriedly asked: "Chen the shopkeeper, I've eaten the dish too—why haven't I awakened divine abilities?"

"Could it be that my dish is different, making awakening impossible?"

Haotian was quite anxious; originally, his membership card was inferior to Yaochi's, and if he still failed to awaken a divine ability, he would lose face completely.

Chen Nuo shook his head: "Nothing different—whether one awakens divine abilities depends on personal opportunity, unrelated to food."

The only variation in probability among dishes is hot pot, which allows continuous addition of ingredients as a divine ability.

Haotian: "Personal opportunity?"

Tai Bai awakened, yet he did not.

This isn't saying his opportunity is worse than even Tai Bai's—Haotian now felt his face flush with embarrassment; as the mighty Jade Emperor, how could he be so inadequate?!

"Chen the shopkeeper, can such awakening-inducing dishes only be ordered once per day?"

Haotian still felt somewhat unwilling.

Chen Nuo rolled his eyes: "All dishes here have the ability to awaken divine powers."

"Chen the shopkeeper, could you let me eat another serving?"

Haotian's words carried a hint of pleading.

"Don't even think about it."

Chen Nuo shook his head, speaking calmly.

Rules are rules—this was specifically set to prevent customers from endlessly ordering dishes.

Haotian dislikes tedious daily official duties, and he also dislikes nonstop cooking; balance and relaxation are best.

This isn't a matter of money or lack thereof.

Haotian's originally expectant gaze dimmed slightly, his whole body now carrying a touch of disappointment.

As for that, Chen Nuo was somewhat speechless.

After a moment's contemplation, he spoke again: "There's no such dish, but there is Peach Blossom Brew, which also possesses the ability to awaken divine powers, can be purchased multiple times, and costs the same as regular food—how about that?"

Haotian, upon hearing this, brightened and nodded repeatedly: "Of course I want it!

As long as there's even a trace of hope for a comeback, he won't lightly give up—this is the importance of face!

Chen Nuo nodded, hooked his finger.

The jar of Peach Blossom Brew originally standing on the wine cabinet behind the counter flew out, landing lightly on the table.

Haotian eagerly rubbed his hands, untied the red rope sealing the jar's mouth, lifted the red cloth, and strands of peach fragrance already began to diffuse.

Peach Blossom Brew.

Is this the Peach Blossom Series that Yaochi said could be used for free with the Crown Card? Haotian sighed inwardly, feeling a bit uneasy—if only he also had Yaochi's Crown VIP.

For now, it still costs money, but Haotian shook his head—now is not the time for idle thoughts; awakening divine abilities is key, one must calm the mind and spirit!

Lifting the lid, the aroma grew richer; Haotian wrinkled his nose, gently inhaling.

This scent actually made Haotian feel as if he had entered a realm beyond the world—the fresh fragrance of peach blossoms and the mellow richness of the wine complemented each other, this soul-refreshing flavor making one reluctant to leave.

Really, sniff it well!

Haotian's mouth watered.

Raising the jar, he tilted his head back and took a big gulp.

His eyes showed astonishment mixed with a hint of delight.

This wine is actually so sweet and fragrant, vastly different from the spiciness of ordinary wines—upon entry, there's no burning or tasteless sensation, but rather a clear, sweet peach aroma.

The aftertaste is long-lasting, comforting and pleasant, requiring one to calm down to savor it.

After Haotian swallowed a mouthful, he still smacked his lips in reluctance; judging by taste alone, he had never drunk such a pleasant wine before.

He exhaled deeply, his mood seeming much more pleased, unable to wait, and took another sip.

Sweet, yet not without wine flavor.

The slight burning sensation upon entry and descent is precisely the finishing touch of this Peach Blossom Brew, giving the entire wine a soul.

After all, this is what wine truly is!

The wine going down his stomach also warmed his entire belly, with not the slightest abruptness.

"Compared to this Peach Blossom Brew, the Heavenly Court's wine is as bland as horse urine."

Haotian couldn't help but casually find an adjective to remark.

The wine he had drunk before—so-called jade nectar and pearl syrup—didn't even qualify to be paired with Peach Blossom Brew, but as the saying goes: speaker has no intention, listener takes it to heart.

Chen Nuo, sitting nearby finding a seat, wore a strange expression,

looking astonished at the startlingly spoken Haotian—how does Haotian know what horse urine tastes like? Awesome!

As Chen Nuo was marveling, suddenly, the system notification sound in his mind rang out.

【Ding!

Tai Bai Jin Xing consumed roasted lamb leg, awakened divine abilities, amiable and approachable—is synchronization of awakening occurring?

】Amiable and approachable? Chen Nuo froze—what is this nonsense? Divine ability Amiable and Approachable: passive aura, interpersonal interaction, affinity often being an unseen regulating factor in relationships; those with strong affinity find many things proceed smoothly.

Chen Nuo: How can this thing feel a bit doggish!

Chen Nuo did not choose to inherit immediately, but instead carefully observed Tai Bai Jin Xing.

Very sharp, Chen Nuo noticed that Tai Bai Jin Xing had become somewhat different, more amiable compared to before.

Yes, it was amiable, exactly the same as the description of the divine communication skill, Chen Nuo's mouth twitched.

This skill, better not.

"Not awakening"

Chen Nuo thought to himself, his handsome face paired with amiability, no matter how he thought about it, it felt awkward!

After one jar down, Haotian still had some aftertaste, but what he cared more about was that he still had not awakened divine communication!

No way, no way, he is none other than the exalted, benevolent Jade Emperor of the High Heaven!

He could now guess that if he did not awaken divine communication and returned, he would be mocked by Yaochi.

"Yo yo yo, isn't this Haotian? A few days not seen, you've become so weak"

No, Haotian slammed the table, eyes resolute, he could not just sit and wait for death!

"If you break the table, you pay"

Chen Nuo's voice sounded faintly, interrupting Haotian's thoughts.

Haotian's face piled with a smile, he nodded and said yes.

Tai Bai Jin Xing was startled by Haotian's action, but fortunately the inheritance was complete, his eyes filled with intense shock.

Just now he had awakened a divine communication, before Tai Bai Jin Xing could react, he saw a large hand reaching toward the plate holding the roasted lamb leg.

No time to sigh, Tai Bai Jin Xing's face turned urgent, he instinctively pressed down the plate, following the arm to look closely, only to see Haotian's hand.

"Your Majesty, you..."

Tai Bai Jin Xing was somewhat surprised, even forgetting the address Haotian had instructed.

Haotian's face flashed a trace of embarrassment, snatching his subordinate's food, indeed somewhat lacking in taste, but for divine communication, for deliciousness, he gave it his all, eyes glaring, sword eyebrows raised.

Haotian said regardless: "Tai Bai, you have already awakened divine communication, eating more is useless!

Give it to me, I will bestow rewards upon returning"

Besides excitement, Haotian also forgot the address, he had heard Yaochi say that after awakening divine communication, the same dish would not have the effect of reawakening.

"Don't believe you ask Chen the shopkeeper?"

Upon hearing, Tai Bai Jin Xing looked toward Chen Nuo.

Chen Nuo crossed his arms, nodded helplessly.

"But"