Manager: "..."
Girl: "..."
Wasn't it the right moment to flirt with girls? Why is he leaving so suddenly?
But the manager didn't dare to slack off and quickly stepped forward, guiding the way while instructing others to entertain the girl.
As for Bubu, of course, he followed behind. If this had happened before, the manager would have stopped Xiao Tianyang. He might have even said that pets weren't allowed in the hotel! But now, even if you gave him more courage, he wouldn't dare utter those words especially since Xiao Tianyang had tipped even more.
Bubu passed by the girl, snorted at her, then turned away and followed Xiao Tianyang like a loyal pony.
"That dog is so cute, but why do I feel like he just looked down on me?" The girl furrowed her delicate brows.
Of course, Bubu didn't mean anything by it, but his words were even more outrageous. Huh, woman, don't get your hopes up. He's the man you'll never have.
Xiao Tianyang had just returned to his room to shower and change when there was a knock on the door.
"Bubu, go open the door. I'm too lazy to move."
Lying back on the bed, he kicked Bubu. Bubu looked helpless, but he had no choice but to get up, walk to the door, and open it with his front paws.
"Bubu, it's you!" Xiao Wu's voice came from outside. She strutted in, her head held high. Upon seeing Xiao Tianyang lying on the bed in his fresh clothes, she couldn't help but remark, "Brother Tianyang, Suotuo City is so huge. How about we go out for a walk? It's more fun than Nuoding City!"
"You've been out much longer than me. Aren't you tired of having fun already?" Xiao Tianyang's calm voice sent a chill down Xiao Wu's spine.
"How could it be the same?" Xiao Wu smirked, then added, "It's more fun being with you, right, brother San?"
Tang San, of course, was pulled in by Xiao Wu's words.
"Correct." Tang San nodded.
"Even though I know you're lying, it's still a pleasant thought." Xiao Tianyang smiled, sitting up on the bed. "Then let's go together. I'm quite interested in the seasonings here."
With that, the three of them, plus Bubu, left the hotel. The sun was shining brightly, and they felt at ease. But not long after, Tang San and Xiao Wu were drawn to a nearby store.
"Brother Tianyang, I want to look inside," Tang San said.
"Go ahead. The market's just ahead. You can catch up with me afterward," Xiao Tianyang waved them off.
The group split up. Xiao Tianyang handed Bubu some gold soul coins, telling him to wander around a bit so that he wouldn't be a bother. He didn't want to walk aimlessly, bumping into walls every few steps.
Suotuo City boasts a great environment and abundant resources. As part of the Balak Kingdom, it was known for its granaries, and caravans frequently passed through, bringing with them goods from across the Douluo Continent.
Two things caught Xiao Tianyang's eye: seasonings and dried goods. He didn't like to stockpile ingredients because once their unique flavor faded, they lost their value. Fresh ingredients were his preference, whether he prepared them himself or bought them locally. They would always transform into delicious dishes in his capable hands.
At a busy market stall, Xiao Tianyang stopped and bent down to examine a sack. After sniffing it lightly, he kneeled and asked, "Boss, what is this?"
The boss eagerly introduced the contents. "These are fava pinto beans, a type of seasoning."
"Can I try some?" Xiao Tianyang picked one up and sniffed it. It had a sharp, spicy, almost peppery aroma.
"It's decent, but a bit hard to eat on its own," the boss said.
Xiao Tianyang popped the small bean into his mouth. A numbing sensation spread over his tongue. After a moment, he nodded. "I'll take them."
"Sure thing."
The boss quickly tied up the sack, but Xiao Tianyang found it troublesome. Without hesitation, he said, "Forget it, I'll take everything from your stall. How much is the total?"
"What?" The boss was momentarily stunned, then his face lit up with joy.
"That'll be eleven gold coins in total."
Xiao Tianyang took out the money and handed it over without even trying to haggle. The boss was overjoyed, but what happened next truly shocked him. With a casual wave of his hand, Xiao Tianyang stored everything in his Youhai Na Ring!
The soul guide boss had seen space rings before, but this was the first time he'd seen one with such a vast capacity! This young man was clearly from a wealthy background.
The boss immediately guessed Xiao Tianyang's identity, quickly pocketed the money, and rubbed his hands together as he looked at Xiao Tianyang. "Young man, you came here looking for seasonings, right?"
"Pretty much," Xiao Tianyang nodded, then asked, "Do you have connections?"
"If you're looking for a large quantity, I can help," the boss replied.
After a moment's pause, Xiao Tianyang said, "I don't need a large quantity, but I do want a variety."
The boss's eyes brightened, and he immediately bowed, gesturing for Xiao Tianyang to follow him. "No problem, please come with me."
The rest was much easier than expected. Xiao Tianyang had thought he'd need to visit the entire market to find everything he wanted, but instead, within half an hour, the boss had used all his contacts to gather everything Xiao Tianyang needed!
Once everything was arranged, Xiao Tianyang left the market and headed straight back to the hotel. Meanwhile, Tang San and Xiao Wu had already greeted him earlier and returned on their own. But when Xiao Tianyang arrived at the hotel door, he was taken aback. What did he see?
Bubu was being teased!
Xiao Tianyang recognized the girl—she was the one who had called him "brother" at the counter. Now, Bubu, having been bribed with money and receiving an affectionate rub, seemed to be basking in the attention. But Xiao Tianyang could tell that Bubu wasn't enjoying it. The poor dog looked as if he were under the threat of danger.
As soon as Bubu spotted Xiao Tianyang, he immediately jumped back, keeping his distance from the girl. He bared his teeth and let out a few growls.
The girl wasn't afraid in the slightest and only pouted, "What are you doing? You were just so comfortable with me."
Bubu wore a look of embarrassment. Was it necessary to phrase it like that? He hadn't intended to be misunderstood!
"Hello."
Suddenly, the girl heard someone calling out from behind, and she turned around in surprise. Upon seeing Xiao Tianyang, she sighed in relief. But then, she blushed, embarrassed because she had understood Bubu's reaction all too well.
She had suspected that the dog was special when she first saw him at the hotel. So, instead of using food to lure him, she opted for money, and the result was more effective than she had imagined. Understanding why Bubu had acted the way he did, she felt a bit sheepish.
"Hello, I didn't mean anything by it..." she began.
"I know," Xiao Tianyang replied with a nod. Then, he looked at Bubu. "Let's go."
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