Chaos Dao Sheng Jue

Chapter 1477 Yao Ji's Secret

After the food and wine were served, Xiao Yaoji's eyes lit up. Her eyes were filled with longing and anticipation, but she also looked at Lu Chen with a hint of fear.

Clearly, the little girl was drooling over the delicious food in front of her, but dared not touch it.

Seeing this, Lu Chen smiled gently and said, "Don't be too reserved, eat whatever you want."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yaoji's face immediately brightened. She carefully picked up a piece of food, slowly put it in her mouth, and then revealed a satisfied smile.

The Jade Purity Sage then took the initiative to introduce the restaurant's specialties, saying, "This restaurant is particularly famous for its celestial brew, which is said to be brewed in a cellar that is tens of thousands of years old. It has a mellow taste and a long aftertaste."

Unfortunately, I had only heard of it before, but had never tasted it because I didn't possess any divine crystals.

Upon hearing this, Lu Chen immediately became interested. He was also a wine lover and had drunk quite a bit on a regular basis.

So, he tasted it with great anticipation. However, after tasting it, he was greatly disappointed, feeling that the wine was not even as good as the one brewed by 'Little Golden Ginseng'.

Sage Yuqing praised the wine highly, saying it had a unique flavor. He didn't stand on ceremony and drank it in large gulps, a satisfied smile on his face.

Lu Chen simply smiled at this, then took out an exquisite wine pot from his storage ring.

This wine pot is crystal clear, as if it were carved from a single piece of jade, and exudes a faint aura of spiritual energy.

Then, Lu Chen poured himself a glass, and a layer of clear liquid immediately rose in the glass. A rich and mellow aroma instantly filled the air, making people feel refreshed.

Upon seeing this, the Jade Purity Sage's eyes lit up. He stared intently at the cup of wine, as if drawn by some unseen force. As the aroma filled the air, the Jade Purity Sage couldn't help but exclaim, "Excellent wine!"

His voice was filled with surprise and envy, as if he had forgotten the noise around him at that moment.

Seeing this, Xiao Yaoji also stopped what she was doing and focused her gaze on Lu Chen's wine glass.

Lu Chen thought smugly, "How could it not be good wine? It's brewed with Creation Pure Spirit Fruit."

Just as the three were immersed in the intoxicating aroma, suddenly, a cultivator arrived uninvited, walked straight to their table, and sat down without asking.

The monk looked to be in his thirties, but it is often difficult to judge a monk's age from his appearance.

His eyes held a profound depth born of experience, and his face carried a touch of江湖 (jianghu, a term referring to the world of martial arts and chivalry).

He first took a deep breath, seemingly enjoying the aroma of the wine wafting in the air, and then exclaimed, "It is indeed a fine wine. I have traveled all over the country for so many years and have never seen such a fine wine."

Upon hearing this, Lu Chen was initially puzzled, but he quickly understood the reason behind it.

In this world of divine brewing, the rules are incomplete and resources are scarce. When good things are encountered, they are used to improve one's own strength. Who would be willing to use them to brew wine?

Thinking of this, Lu Chen couldn't help but feel a sense of pride.

Lu Chen had come to gather information, so he wasn't too hostile towards this suddenly arriving cultivator and even poured him a glass of wine.

The unfamiliar monk seemed to be captivated by the aroma of the wine as well. He picked up the cup, sniffed it carefully, and then took a small sip.

In an instant, a look of amazement flashed in his eyes. He then closed his eyes and savored the lingering aftertaste. "This...this wine is truly excellent! May I ask your esteemed name, fellow Daoist? Just for this fine wine, I, Hao Yun, must be your friend."

Lu Chen hadn't expected the other party to be such a sentimental person, winning him over with just a cup of wine. Given the other party's cultivation at the Transformation Realm, Lu Chen had no reason to keep him at arm's length. So he cupped his hands and smiled, saying, "I am Lu Chen, and it is a pleasure to meet Hao Daoyou."

"Your wine is a rare find. Although Chang Le Sheng Dao City is prosperous, there are very few people who can afford such fine wine. It is evident that Fellow Daoist Lu has an extraordinary background. May I ask where you come from?"

After saying that, Hao Yun raised his glass again, drank it all in one gulp, and a very satisfied smile appeared on his face.

Lu Chen smiled slightly after hearing this, poured Hao Yun a cup of wine, and said, "Brother Hao, you misunderstand. I am just a rogue cultivator. This is my friend, the Jade Purity Saint. As for this Yao Ji, she is a friend I just met."

After saying that, he turned his gaze to Sage Yuqing and Yaoji, gesturing for them to say hello as well.

The Jade Purity Saint nodded slightly to Hao Yun, a hint of respect in his eyes. He knew very well that with his cultivation level, he was not qualified to speak with the other party on equal footing, but he still maintained the proper courtesy.

Yao Ji merely glanced at Hao Yun before continuing to eat, seemingly oblivious to the outside world's disturbances.

Seeing this, Hao Yun was not displeased. Instead, he sighed and said, "So what if you're a rogue cultivator? You're free and no one can control you. To be honest, I'm also a rogue cultivator. I think this is Brother Lu's first time in Chang Le Sacred City, right?"

Lu Chen's heart stirred, and he couldn't help but ask, "What makes you say that, fellow Daoist?"

Hao Yun smiled and pointed to Yao Ji beside him. "I've been in Chang Le Sheng Dao City for a while now. This girl's identity is quite extraordinary. The person who made the move earlier must have seen through her extraordinary nature and wanted to take her for himself. But Brother Lu, have you ever thought about why the others didn't make a move?"

Although Chang Le Sheng Dao City is bustling with activity, it is actually fraught with hidden dangers. Newcomers are often blinded by its prosperity and overlook the dangers lurking beneath the surface. Therefore, I advise Brother Lu not to get too close to this girl.”

Hearing this, Lu Chen couldn't help but glance at Yao Ji with curiosity. Although he knew that Yao Ji was not human, he really couldn't understand what was so special about such a little demon. Hao Yun's words were clearly a warning to him, and the atmosphere at this moment became somewhat heavy.

So, Lu Chen raised his hand and cast a soundproof barrier to ensure that no one around could hear their conversation before asking in confusion:

"Indeed, as you say, this is my first time here, and there are many things I don't understand. I wonder if Brother Hao could give me some pointers?"

Hao Yun picked up his wine glass, took a small sip, and after a moment of contemplation, said, "I think it's more appropriate to let the little girl say it herself, since what I've heard are just rumors."

At this moment, Yao Ji looked up at Hao Yun, still muttering about food. She didn't seem surprised that Hao Yun knew about her, but she didn't seem inclined to explain.

After listening, Lu Chen looked at Yao Ji gently. He said softly, "Yao Ji, there are no outsiders here. Please speak frankly; perhaps we can help you find a solution."