At the entrance of the Empress Hotel, a red Maserati GT drove over and slowly stopped.
The Empress Hotel's General Manager, Chen Zhengzhong, quickly ran towards the Maserati GT. He was extremely fat, standing at 1.7 meters tall and weighing more than 130 kilograms. His muscles jiggled as he ran.
Qin Menglu got out of the Maserati GT.
Chen Zhengzhong's face was full of smiles as he bowed and welcomed Qin Menglu into the hotel.
The Empress Hotel's General Manager was Chen Zhengzhong, but the true owner of the hotel was the Qin Corporation. To put it bluntly, Chen Zhengzhong was just working for the Qin Corporation.
"Chairman Qin, please notify me in advance next time so I can prepare. You came in such a hurry …"
Qin Menglu waved her hand to stop Chen Zhengzhong's pleasantries.
"How's the matter I asked you to investigate?"
"There's no news yet, but don't worry, I'll inform you as soon as there's any news."
Qin Menglu frowned slightly.
In just a few days, Qin Zhen's injuries had worsened. Other than the Mount Essence Spring Water, there was no other medicine that could alleviate his condition.
Qin Zhen was the pillar of the Qin Corporation. If he fell, the consequences would be unimaginable.
"Arrange a room for me. I'll personally investigate in the next few days. Also, prepare some food for me. There's no need to do it on purpose. Remember, I said anything."
"Yes, yes, yes. I'll do it right away."
Chen Zhengzhong watched as Qin Menglu entered the elevator. Only when she was out of his sight did he let out a long sigh of relief.
In this Empress Hotel, Chen Zhengzhong's words were absolute. However, in front of the Qin family, he had no confidence. Two years ago, Chen Zhengzhong was only a chef in this hotel. Because he made the Octadic Treasure Duck, Old Master Qin was delighted. Coincidentally, the previous General Manager had embezzled the hotel's money. In a fit of anger, Old Master Qin made him the General Manager.
After being the General Manager for two years, Chen Zhengzhong would sometimes wake up with a smile in his dreams. The Qin family was his benefactor and his immediate superior. He could offend anyone but the Qin family.
The lobby manager, Xiao Liang, walked over: "Chairman Chen, the blood swallow, caviar, and 70 year old ginseng soup are all prepared. The ingredients for the Octadic Treasure Duck are also prepared. We're just waiting for you to personally make it."
"There's no need for the Octadic Treasure Duck. Also, there's no need for anything else. Just send them to my room and prepare some dishes for Chairman Qin."
Chen Zhengzhong had interacted with Qin Menglu many times. He knew this young lady's temper very well. If she said anything, then it must be done. Otherwise, if the young lady's temper flared up, the consequences would be serious.
"Dad!"
Just as Chen Zhengzhong was about to return to his room to enjoy the best dishes, Chen Haixing rushed in.
"These are my classmates, Huang Yao and Wang Lin. We are good friends."
Chen Hai only introduced Huang Yao and Wang Lin, not Li Mo.
Chen Zhengzhong narrowed his eyes and glanced at Huang Yao and Wang Lin. He instantly understood his son's intention.
Wang Lin's appearance was too bewitching, and her makeup was too thick. In comparison, Huang Yao was much better than her.
"Since he's Little Hai's classmate, then he's also my VIP. Little Liang, take them to the No.1 VIP room, order whatever you want, it's free."
"Yes, Mr. Chen."
"This way, please." The lobby manager, Xiao Liang, gestured.
Chen Hai was proud of himself, flaunting his prowess at Li Mo, only to find Li Mo indifferent.
Wang Lin asked, "Is this hotel yours?"
Wang Lin asked Chen Hai, but her voice was loud. She and Chen Hai had known each other for a long time and knew of Chen Zhengzhong's identity. Her question had an ulterior motive.
"Of course it does. My dad is the general manager here."
Chen Hai looked at Huang Yao as he answered. Sure enough, Huang Yao looked surprised.
'The general manager of a 5 star hotel!'
Huang Yao paused, waiting for Li Mo to come over. She whispered, "Don't think a bag can change my mind. You and I are not possible."
"Never could be between us. I gave you a bag because of Teacher Huang. Teacher Huang wants you to live a happy and dignified life. That's why I treat you this way. I hope you understand this."
"I understand. You still haven't given up on me, that's why you're using this excuse."
Li Mo shook his head helplessly.
'Some things just can't be explained no matter how I explain them.'
'I'll have to pay attention next time to avoid her misunderstanding.'
Li Mo pondered.
Entering the No. 1 VIP room, the two girls were shocked by the decorations inside.
The tables and chairs were all made of sandalwood, the ceiling lights were made of crystal, the floor was covered in white jade, and the walls were decorated with famous calligraphies. Looking down, there was an exquisite rectangular wine cabinet with several bottles of red wine. One look was enough to tell the price was not cheap.
Seeing the two girls' shock, Chen Hai was even prouder, "Xiao Liang, bring out our best dishes. I'm talking about the kind that money can't buy!"
The lobby manager, Xiao Liang, hesitated for a moment, smiled, nodded, and went out.
He called Chen Zhengzhong.
"Go ahead, don't worry. I'll make the octennial treasure duck now. It'll make my son proud."
Normally, Chen Zhengzhong wouldn't dare to ask Chen Hai to go to the Supreme VIP Room No. 1. But today was different. Today was to entertain Qin Menglu, so Miss Qin had prepared some dishes that couldn't be bought with money. However, Miss Qin wasn't interested. She wanted to eat something casual, which made things easier. Of course, the expenses incurred would be reasonably reimbursed.
All kinds of precious dishes were laid out, stupefying Chen Hai.
His dad might be the general manager, but he had never tasted such precious dishes. It could even be said that he had never seen them before.
Chen Hai had a flash of inspiration, "Waiter, introduce these scallops to my friends."
"This is the best blood swallow. In ancient times, only the emperor could eat it. Money can't buy it."
"This is Russian black caviar …"
"This is …"
The waiter introduced. Seeing Huang Yao's and Wang Lin's shocked expressions, Chen Hai was so happy he couldn't close his mouth.
"This is 70 year old wild ginseng soup. It is good for men and nourishes the blood for women. It is a rare delicacy."
"70 years old."
The expressionless Li Mo's eyes lit up at the sight of the 70 year old wild ginseng soup.
Li Mo had no interest in these delicacies that couldn't be bought with money. In his past life, he roamed the universe for six hundred years. Not to mention Earth's delicacies, he even tasted the finest delicacies of the universe's races. Why would he be moved by a few trifling delicacies?
But 70 year old wild ginseng soup is different. After Foundation Establishment comes body tempering, and body tempering requires all kinds of rare heavenly treasures, spiritual pills, and miraculous medicines. "
With Earth's current environment, not to mention a thousand year old ginseng, even a hundred year old ginseng was rare. Before the fantasy instance opened, heavenly treasures suitable for body tempering were practically impossible to find.
If he couldn't find a good one, he could only settle for the next best thing. If he could find an old ginseng and use the Verdant Tree Art to cultivate it, it could replace a thousand year old ginseng in time.
Chen Hai was overjoyed. He was waiting for Li Mo's reaction. Now that he saw Li Mo was moved by the old ginseng soup, of course he would start mocking him, "Ha-ha-ha, taste it. If you miss this chance, you might never get to taste it again, ha-ha-ha."
Li Mo took a sip and frowned in disappointment.
"It's not even four years old and you dare say it's 70 year old wild ginseng soup?"
Chen Hai's face sank, "Li Mo, don't spout nonsense if you don't understand. Empress Hotel is a 5 star hotel, Feng City's biggest hotel. Everything here is the real deal. You can't even buy a bowl of wild ginseng soup with money. I think you're just jealous."
Huang Yao kicked Li Mo and spoke in a voice only Li Mo could hear, "Don't talk nonsense. Eat your food."
"Whether it's old ginseng soup or not, the taste can't be faked. This ginseng soup is a bit bitter. From this, it can be seen that this ginseng was not grown in an ideal place. It was most likely artificial. If you don't believe me, ask them to bring the ginseng's remaining roots and we'll know."
"Nonsense, you're clearly jealous!"
"He's not just jealous, he's harboring evil intentions!"
The waiter came with the octennial delicacy duck, followed by Chen Zhengzhong with an ugly expression.
"Little Hai, is he also your classmate?"
"Yes, but I don't have any ties with him."
"Humph, even if we are friends, we should keep our distance from him."
Chen Zhengzhong called the waiter and pointed at Li Mo, "Send him out!"
Chen Hai almost jumped in joy at this scene. He wanted to mock Li Mo and make him lose face, but his dad was even more ruthless and kicked him out.
'That's even better, kid. I'll make you lose face!'
'On Monday at school, I'll spread the news. Ha-ha-ha, let's see how you'll act in front of me then!'
Li Mo stood up, "Are you leaving?"
Huang Yao didn't raise her head.
Li Mo chuckled and left.
"Waiter, list this man as unwelcome and never to be seen again."
"Also, list these two ladies as VIPs and enjoy a permanent 20% discount."
While Chen Zhengzhong was strutting around, a cold voice came from outside, "Who dares to list my guests as unwelcome?"
Chen Zhengzhong's face sank as he rebuked, "Who dares speak to me like that?"