Chapter 339

Haotian stared intently, not knowing how many times more carefully he was reviewing the imperial edicts compared to before.

Buddha Jumps Over the Wall? What a strange name—Haotian looked bewildered, not understanding why this dish would have such a name.

He only knew that a desperate dog would jump over a wall, but Buddha Jumps Over the Wall... Manager Chen, what are you implying? Haotian almost laughed, but as an emperor, he restrained himself, not knowing what those bald Buddhist monks would think after seeing this. As the Jade Emperor, though what he ate before wasn't much better than now, the abundance of ingredients was unparalleled.

Yet facing this Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, Haotian still felt a tremor—these ingredients were simply too abundant!

With so many ingredients combined, what kind of flavor would it be? Haotian unconsciously swallowed his saliva, longing to savor it right then and there.

The price for ten portions!

"How can the price be so...?"

Haotian couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

Your Majesty, do you also think it's too high? Tai Bai Jin Xing thought to himself.

Indeed it is!

When he saw the price earlier, he was nearly frightened silly—ten times the price, even if he sold himself, he couldn't afford it!

Haotian hadn't finished speaking when he suddenly realized—he was the Jade Emperor, head of a vast enterprise; to say it's too expensive would be embarrassing! No way!

The words on his lips shifted instantly: "Such people-friendly pricing?"

"I thought this Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, with so many ingredients, would cost at least thirty or forty times the regular meal price."

"Manager Chen, this price is truly fair and reasonable, and there's even a ten percent discount—are you looking down on me?"

Haotian slammed the table with a grand gesture, his voice rising.

"Am I the sort to greedily chase petty gains? I must pay the full price."

He, Haotian, is wealthy!

Tai Bai Jin Xing wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, flattering: "Your Majesty, exalted in position, possessing countless treasures—this is only fitting, truly fitting."

After speaking, Tai Bai Jin Xing secretly sighed... Your Majesty's words truly frightened someone to death.

If this Buddha Jumps Over the Wall truly costs thirty or forty meal prices, he'd rather die than pay it!

Manager Chen isn't looking down on Your Majesty—he's clearly overestimating them! Ten times the meal price? He couldn't possibly come up with that, not even once—if he bought it, he'd have to think long and hard.

"No proxy purchases, no takeout—only in-store purchase allowed?"

Haotian pondered, then waved his hand, ordering: "Tai Bai Jin Xing, notify all—no court tomorrow."

"Yes, your servant obeys."

Tai Bai Jin Xing respectfully nodded, about to turn and leave—he didn't need to think to know why His Majesty acted thus.

This time, after learning of the Chaos Residence Empress from His Majesty, the frequency of skipping court has truly increased.

Before, it was several thousand years between absences; now, he skips court every few days.

While earthly emperors indulge in the rear palace and neglect affairs, Your Majesty, by escaping court over food, stands unique even among emperors.

Tai Bai Jin Xing reflected inwardly.

"I haven't finished speaking yet."

Haotian called out again, stopping Tai Bai Jin Xing.

"Tomorrow, you will accompany me to the Chaos Residence."

Haotian stood with hands behind his back, full of vigor and spirit.

Wait until tomorrow—he will surely eat to his heart's content!

He believes Manager Chen wouldn't speak without cause—this Buddha Jumps Over the Wall may be costly, but it must be worth it.

"Eh..."

Tai Bai Jin Xing hesitated, a flicker of struggle crossing his face, and did not respond immediately.

"What's wrong?"

Seeing Tai Bai Jin Xing silent, Haotian frowned, his aura sinking.

Tai Bai Jin Xing was shaken by the sudden oppressive pressure, trembling slightly, and forced a smile: "Your Majesty, this servant also cannot afford anything—if I offend Manager Chen..."

He already gritted his teeth and bought a meal today—he can't buy another!

Also, Haotian's nod, then immediately said with feigned severity: "How could I have such a loyal aide as you? Truly, you devalue me."

Geng Metal Breath—how could Tai Bai, as the literal embodiment of the Gold Star, possibly lack it? This old miser is stingy to the extreme—has money but won't spend it, utterly absurd!

After all, he's lived this many yuanhui and has never seen such a miser.

Tai Bai Jin Xing wore a sorrowful face: "Your Majesty, this servant truly is penniless."

"Alas."

Seeing Tai Bai Jin Xing's stubbornness, Haotian sighed helplessly.

Let it be—no one is perfect, only those who dare reveal their flaws before him,

does he dare to entrust them with responsibility.

"Follow me, I'll cover it for you as well."

Haotian said casually.

This small matter poses no difficulty—Geng Metal Breath is abundant among many stars; he has plenty on hand, and the Heavenly Court's storehouse holds even more.

He, Haotian, is wealthy!

How wonderful! Tai Bai Jin Xing's heart leapt with joy—he loves free things!

Rubbing his hands, Tai Bai Jin Xing grinned, all smiles: "Your Majesty, that Buddha Jumps Over the Wall..."

Haotian: "..."

Going too far!

Wanting him to pay for the Buddha Jumps Over the Wall priced at ten meal times? Seeing Haotian's reaction, Tai Bai Jin Xing's eyes rolled as he devised a plan.

"Your Majesty, since this takeout system has been updated, it must be fully updated—otherwise, Your Majesty and I couldn't possibly have received the notice at the same time."

The analysis of Tai Bai Jin Xing is that the head is the Dao.

"What do you want to say?"

Haotian's tone was harsh; he wanted to see what trick Tai Bai Jin Xing had in mind.

Tai Bai Jin Xing's kindly old face now bore a serious expression.

"Then surely the Empress will also receive word, and when the time comes, bringing Bai Hua Xian Zi, we may even have the Holy Person Nüwa."

Tai Bai Jin Xing spoke softer and softer.

To know, directly uttering the Holy Person's name, one might be sensed by the Holy Person.

Upon hearing the Holy Person's title, Haotian also felt his spirit tremble, "Indeed!"

Last time Tai Bai was cut in line by the envoy of the Holy Person Nüwa; this time, with the new dish, the Holy Person Nüwa is very likely to come, after all, the new dish can only be bought in person.

"Those who can go to Chaos Residence tomorrow must surely be here to taste the new dish Buddha Jumps Over the Wall launched by Manager Chen."

"When the time comes, everyone will eat Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, but this humble official will not."

Tai Bai Jin Xing paused, then spoke again: "This humble official is absolutely not doing this for his own desire to eat."

Righteous and solemn words.

"This humble official fears dragging down Heavenly Emperor's leg, causing Heavenly Emperor to lose face!"

"Therefore, for the sake of considering Heavenly Emperor's interests, this humble official believes it is better not to go."

Tai Bai Jin Xing advanced by retreating.

"What words"

Haotian's eyes widened, and he shouted in rebuke.

"What do you think I am? Would I short you this trifle?"

What Tai Bai Jin Xing said was indeed not bad; if so, he would have no glory on his face!

Facing the Holy Person Nüwa is fine, but the crucial point is before Yaochi!

Haotian's double fists in his dragon sleeves could not help but clench tightly; as one who was enlightened together by the Dao Ancestor Old Master to this day, they can be said to have been opposing each other like needles, neither yielding to the other, let alone uttering ugliness!

Absolutely cannot lose!

Tai Bai Jin Xing's face full of obsequious smiles: "Heavenly Emperor naturally will not again place this humble official's trifling meal money in his eyes."

Haotian, upon hearing this, gave a indifferent glance, and let out a cold snort: "Tai Bai Jin Xing, do not think I do not know what scheme you are plotting."

Tai Bai Jin Xing, having been given a cutting look, trembled all over, stopped abruptly, his face skin twitched, and he said anxiously: "Heavenly Emperor!

This humble official..."

He had just been elated and carried away by Heavenly Emperor's free gift, indeed having been a bit overly wanton for a moment, intending to beg for mercy, yet again he heard Heavenly Emperor's words.