Chapter 791: 204: So unique! Found the real lifesaver! _2 Chapter 791: 204: So unique! Found the real lifesaver! _2 Her younger brother, who was well-travelled and handsome, attracted numerous women who wouldn’t consider marrying anyone else. Even the daughter of the leader of the Desert Country, whom he did not bother to give much attention to.
He even avoided accepting two concubines.
Du Jiaojiao continued, “Little brother, I think you should reduce your reading of those Buddhist scriptures, at this rate, you might as well become a monk.”
Master Du sighed, “Master Wuchen said my six senses are impure, so he refused to take me as his disciple.”
“You actually want to become a monk! Have you gone mad?” Du Jiaojiao widened her eyes in disbelief, her voice several decibels higher!
Master Du smiled, seeming rather amused by the whole scene.
Du Jiaojiao continued, “Our mother only has you as her son. You can’t give up on life so easily!”
The “Mother” in her words was Master Du’s biological mother.
Their father was a notorious womanizer, his legacy littered with the hearts of countless women.
Master Du switched his Buddha beads to the other hand. “You’re overthinking things, second sister.”
If Master Wuchen didn’t accept him as a student, there was still plenty for him to do in mundane life. He had no plans to become a monk anytime soon.
Du Jiaojiao noticed the Buddha beads in Master Du’s hand and asked, “You’ve been using these Buddha beads for so many years. What are they made of? They’re of such good quality!”
“Xiaoye red sandalwood.” Master Du replied.
Du Jiaojiao extended her hand, “Let me have a look.”
“No.” Master Du refused.
“Why?” Du Jiaojiao asked.
Why couldn’t she see the simple strand of Buddha beads?
Master Du continued, “These Buddha beads have gained spiritual energy over the years. Except for me, no one else has ever touched them. If you like them, second sister, I can have our people bring you a few more strands to choose from. However, this one is off-limits.”
Du Jiaojiao asked, “I can’t even look at them?”
“No.” Master Du replied.
In actuality, Master Du was overly territorial about his belongings. He didn’t even allow others a lingering glance, not even his mother.
“Tch, so stingy!” Du Jiaojiao huffed, “I don’t want to see it then.”
Master Du continued, “You must be hungry from your long journey, second sister. I know a great restaurant. Would you like to go?”
Upon hearing about food, Du Jiaojiao’s spirits quickly lifted, “Sure!”
The two of them made their way to Guose Tianxiang.
Over the years, Du Jiaojiao had visited more than a dozen countries and seen countless restaurants.
But it was the first time she had come across one like Guose Tianxiang.
More than a restaurant, it was like an art gallery!
Du Jiaojiao exclaimed, “Goodness! I can’t believe there’s a restaurant in Beijing!”
Master Du said, “My reaction was exactly the same when I first came here.”
Du Jiaojiao continued, “Who’s the owner of this place?”
Master Du shook his head.
He too was curious about the owner of the shop, but their privacy was well-guarded, so he couldn’t find out.
Laughing, Du Jiaojiao said, “How mysterious.”
As they entered a private room, Du Jiaojiao couldn’t help but exclaim again. She pulled a waitress aside and asked, “Young girl, the garment you’re wearing is really beautiful. Is this a vintage piece? Where did you get it?”
All the waitresses at Guose Tianxiang underwent professional training, “Dear customer, the dress I’m wearing is called Qiru, a traditional Han costume. It’s custom-made from a factory by our boss.”
Upon hearing this, Du Jiaojiao’s curiosity about the owner of Guose Tianxiang piqued even more, “Young girl, who’s your boss?”
The waitress shook her head, “I’m not really sure, I’ve never seen our boss.”
So, the owner of Guose Tianxiang wasn’t a simple character.
Du Jiaojiao asked, “If you’ve never seen your boss, then who’s responsible for running the restaurant now?”
The waitress replied, “Currently, our restaurant is being managed by the manager.”
Du Jiaojiao nodded, “Okay, bring me the menu.”
The waitress handed Du Jiaojiao the menu.
Du Jiaojiao looked up at Master Du, “Little brother, what would you like to eat?”
Master Du glanced at Du Jiaojiao, “I’m vegetarian.”
Du Jiaojiao shook her head in disbelief, “You recite scriptures, wear Buddha beads, and eat vegan. Anybody who didn’t know better would think you’re a monk. You’re just so boring. I’ll have this grand spread, this gold-plated bounty and this…”
In one breath, Du Jiaojiao ordered a long list of dishes, considerately adding three vegetarian dishes for Master Du.
“Would you like anything to drink?” The waitress asked.
Du Jiaojiao thought for a moment, then said, “Oh, my skin has been in terrible condition lately. It’s so dry and uncomfortable. Let’s have a lemon water.”