Chapter 12: The Noodle Cart Man of Liyue
"Shanqiu, are you there?"
"I told you to swallow your food before talking."
The next morning, the two of them were strolling leisurely on the official road. Hutao was still holding a plate with barbecue cooked by Gu Sanqiu early in the morning.
Gu Sanqiu carried a fishing rod, and behind him, the fishing line hooked onto the already cut and packaged giant-legged chicken.
After all, bringing this thing into Liyue Harbor so carelessly would cause panic. At that time, even his identity as an incense bearer might not be able to save him.
"Sanqiu, how do you think the Qianyan Army will handle this matter?"
Hutao asked, "After all, they didn't see what happened. From the perspective of ordinary people, I'm worried if they can find the mastermind behind this."
"No need to worry. Whether there is a mastermind behind it is not too important," Gu Sanqiu said lightly. "As long as our plan was disrupted, then this operation is effective."
"Besides the manpower from your Eternal Life Hall, the Seven Stars must have other arrangements in Wansheng Slope. They don't know what's fake inside, but they generally won't interfere with the Eternal Life Hall's affairs."
"The disruption of the plan is a warning. After this, the supervision of Wansheng Slope will definitely increase. It will be on guard against those who still want to cause trouble."
"If they can't find it, it's even better. Just push all the wrongdoing onto those fools from Zhi Dong."
Gu Sanqiu smiled at Hutao. "The fools of Zhi Dong and the people from the Northland Bank who cause trouble in Liyue, if it weren't for this being a country that values contracts, these people would have been secretly cleaned up long ago."
"Pushing the blame on them will give us a slight advantage in diplomacy and make some people more vigilant. No matter how you look at it, it's not a loss."
"I'm starting to dislike you. You're really a sinister man."
"Please spit out all the barbecue made by the sinister man."
Gu Sanqiu glared at Hutao with narrowed eyes. "Anyway, I just wanted to remind you about this matter. The people from Zhi Dong are not as simple as you imagine."
"If we don't encounter them, it's for the best. If we do, they'll just stick to the routine of formalities in their dealings with me."
"I know, I know, Sister Gu Sanqiu, you're so talkative."
Hutao made a face.
"I think you're asking for a beating."
Gu Sanqiu silently drew a long knife. "Take this!"
"Hehe, no way. If you can catch up to me."
Butterflies fluttered, and Hutao slapped the empty plate in her hand on Gu Sanqiu's face, turning into golden light and darting towards the emerging outline of Liyue Harbor.
"Ah, suddenly feeling lazy."
Gu Sanqiu yawned widely, then put away the long knife and glanced at the meat behind him.
"It seems like today won't be a leisurely day."
Liyue Harbor was bustling as usual, with bustling crowds and constant noise. In such an environment, Gu Sanqiu pushed out a somewhat dilapidated small cart from home.
Turban, ready.
Cloth, ready.
Raw materials, ready.
Item: Noodle Cart with Unyielding Soul
Source: A very ordinary small world
Remarks: For a father, this is the only source of tuition, accommodation, food and drink, transportation, medical expenses, etc.
Special note: After using the small cart three times, perhaps the bound soul power wrapped around it can find peace?
The sound of "clattering" was quite prominent in the bustling market. This sound, as if transmitted from another dimension, made people near Gu Sanqiu subconsciously make way.
"Yo, Yicheng, are you patrolling Feiyun Slope today?"
"Gulu, hehe, hello, Miss Gu Xiang. Yes, I am indeed patrolling Feiyun Slope today, gulu."
"Yicheng, let me give you a piece of advice. Work on your health and find a wealthy woman to marry. Otherwise, no one will be able to afford your bottomless pit of a stomach."
"Hehe, Xiangjun, you're joking. Even if there were a wealthy woman, she would definitely be interested in a good man like you."
Is this a curse? I didn't expect Yicheng's thick eyebrows and big eyes to be so profound.
Gu Sanqiu chuckled and handed Yicheng a food box. "Have it when you finish work. This is a recipe from my Gu family, Leg Meat and Beast Bone Noodles. Although it won't fill you up in one go, it will definitely keep you satisfied for a while."
"Hehe, thank you, Xiangjun."
Yicheng happily accepted the food box and then thanked Gu Sanqiu with a smile. Inadvertently, he noticed the dark golden Eye of God at Gu Sanqiu's waist.
"Oh oh oh!"
Gu Sanqiu's smile stiffened on his face, but he still nodded.
Which idiot came up with this storytelling version? Why didn't he mention that the three-year period had passed, and the Eye of God automatically unsealed and pledged allegiance to me, making Liyue henceforth belong to the Gu family?
"Hehe, congratulations, Xiangjun. I have to continue my patrol. I'll take my leave first."
Yicheng bowed to Gu Sanqiu, then continued to tightly grip his weapon and dutifully execute his duties according to the established route.
"The Eye of God being known by others is inevitable. It's better for me to reveal it myself than to let others probe me. At least I can sleep well at night."
Gu Sanqiu pushed the noodle cart leisurely until he reached a corner of Feiyun Slope.
It wouldn't be appropriate to call it a corner, as it was adjacent to the park beneath Yujing Terrace, and nearby was the renowned Nobility Lodge, which should be of the same standard as a sea-view room.
But inexplicably, it was such a corner. The buildings here were somewhat grayish, different from the bright and vibrant main colors of Feiyun Slope.
In simple terms, although it wasn't dilapidated, the decorations were somewhat unsatisfactory.
But Gu Sanqiu didn't care about these things. Instead, he carefully tucked all his hair into his turban, neatly folded the cloth to the side, and put on a silk mask dyed with the juice of nirvana flowers.
The broth in the pot began to boil vigorously, sounding like four or five Yichengs swimming inside.
The images circulating in his mind made Gu Sanqiu feel a bit silent. He began to consider whether to pour out the pot of broth.
"Wow, it's the big brother pushing the cart this week."
Gu Sanqiu snapped back to reality and smiled gently at the first little girl who peeked out from the door.
"Yes, it's the big brother pushing the cart this week."
The little girl politely saluted Gu Sanqiu, then stared at the big pot with drool dripping from her mouth.
"Haha."
Gu Sanqiu put on his gloves. "Since you're already hungry, talking too much is just blasphemy against the ingredients."
"This time, it's noodles with big chunks of meat."