The Spirit World

Chapter 594 Brother Yu

Principality of the tenth century, early thirties.

[Ether Empire Huadu]

A small caravan stood at the gate of Huadu, waiting for the inspection of the Judicial Department. The captain of the caravan sat on the carriage wearing a sunshade straw hat, looking at other caravans that also needed to be inspected.

These caravans carrying special goods all hope to get a good price in Huadu, the largest capital of the entire empire. Strange objects may be worthless in other places, but in the hands of a prince or noble in Huadu, they are treasures worth hundreds or thousands of gold coins.

The captain of the caravan put his straw hat on his head and turned to look at the quiet young man sitting in the carriage.

"Sir, your name is Yilongzhi, right?" The face under the straw hat can be described as handsome and suave, a handsome and romantic man, but the straw hat really doesn't match him.

The young man was also well-mannered and was called Yilongzhi.

"That's right..." the young man said in a low voice. It seemed that his voice was gentle and quiet, and he spoke softly. Against his most beautiful face in the world, he looked like a handsome young man.

They all had black hair, Yi Long's was neatly long hair, while he had his hair tied up in a whip and hung down the back of his head, with his bangs and temples all rolled to the sides, highlighting his handsome face.

"The surname Yi... Interesting. It's worth my while to give you a ride. Now that we're here, I'll be familiar with you. I'll treat you to a meal." He waved his hand and then looked at the soldier who was inspecting. When the soldier came over, he also asked directly: "Xiao Yaer, is my brother in the city or out?"

"Brother Yu'er, you don't have to come back like this. Lord Long is waiting for you at home. You have to be careful." The soldier called Xiao Ya lowered his head and whispered under the straw hat, his eyes rolling: "I heard that Madam Ning was also worried that you would get into trouble, and she cried anxiously...Brother Yu'er, you have to go back quickly!"

"Ah... so serious... did my brother say something serious?" Brother Yu'er was dumbfounded. He listened to his mother crying in anger, and his eyes widened with fear.

"Brother Yu'er... this is your fault. You are going to the east this time. Is the east a place where you can go with your status?" Xiao Yaer coughed and came out of the straw hat, holding the spear and preparing to leave. Brother Yu'er slowly came over and held his hand. He became depressed, but he was not so discouraged. Instead, he quickly went to see the team being inspected, turned around and said to Yi Longzhi: "I will take you to eat the most famous [Silver Moon Crisp Bone Soup] in the imperial capital? How about it?"

"Silver Moon Crisp Bone and Two Horns Soup? This name is both elegant and unique... If Master Ning is willing to treat me to it, I will be in for a treat..."

"Why are you being so polite to me? In this imperial capital, go ask around and find out who my brother Yu'er is. I'm the most loyal person in the world, and you saved my life. I should repay a small favor with a big spring. The silver moon crispy bone soup is just something that those outsiders have never tasted. Eat this today, and tomorrow I'll take you to try some other rare treasures in the capital, which are much more delicious than this."

As Brother Yuer spoke, he picked up the horse whip and waved it lightly, causing the horse to neigh softly and then walk slowly.

"To be honest, these things are what you outsiders love to eat, and this is the first time I've eaten them. Hey, you're not in a hurry to leave, are you? Stay here for ten days or half a month, and I'll take you to try them all."

"Hahaha, Master Ning, I'm really not in a hurry to leave. If you really want to take me out to eat, I will definitely not refuse your kindness."

Yilongzhi sat upright, his long hair fluttering in the car. The blue spots of light were like tiny dust, falling on his body and merging into his body.

"Well, what's there to say? If you want to eat, I can take you anywhere. In this world, as long as it's a place I can go, no one can stop me." Brother Yu'er laughed heartily and whipped the horse hard. The horse then trotted quickly on the streets of the huge capital.

"But I need to take care of something." He stared ahead with his black eyes and let the horse turn. Suddenly, he seemed to change his mind: "No need. I said I would take you to eat, so I will take you to eat now. I will take care of my things later. Same."

"If Mr. Ning has something important to do, you can go and take care of it first. It's just a small matter like having dinner with me. There's no need to delay your important matter."

Yilongzhi restrained his smile and returned to his previous calmness.

He really wanted to think about Brother Yu'er. He heard the conversation between Xiao Ya'er and Brother Yu'er and felt that he should not be delayed from going home to handle housework.

"Mr. Yi, you underestimate me. When has my brother Yu'er ever stood up a friend? Now that we are at the restaurant, I will treat you to the best food and wine... My brother Yu'er doesn't have any special skills, but when it comes to friends, I will always keep my word." Brother Yu'er was indeed heading for the best restaurant in the capital.

The last restaurant in the capital, also known as the Tianhua Ichibanlou, means the first in the empire and the first in the hearts of diners.

There are countless famous dishes besides the Silver Moon Gristle Bone Soup. However, the price of the Silver Moon Gristle Bone Soup is very affordable in the three-layer menu. Many people order it, so those really exquisite and expensive dishes are excluded from the category of famous dishes in the capital.

However, Tianhua No. 1 Restaurant is definitely the best restaurant among the best restaurants, because most of the princes and nobles have held banquets here, and even the emperor of the empire has entertained guests in Tianhua No. 1 Restaurant. You say, if this restaurant is not the best in the world, then which restaurant is the best in the world?

Brother Yuer parked the carriage straight at the door of the restaurant and took off his straw hat in front of everyone. Tianhua, who had seen the horse rushing over from afar, hurried to Brother Yuer's side, bowed his head respectfully, led the horse and said: "Second Master Ning, you are here. It's been a long time since we last met. What distinguished guest have you brought here today? Let us prepare a menu for Second Master Ning to enjoy."

Brother Yu'er glanced at the waiter who was leading the horse, took out a gold coin from his pocket and showed it in front of the waiter, then turned around and lifted the curtain of the carriage, allowing Yilong to get out.

"Mr. Yi, look at me, I haven't even asked you where you are from... You can rest assured, sir, the dishes here come from all over the country, so just tell the waiter where you want to eat." Brother Yu'er watched Yi Longzhi slowly get out of the car. Yi Longzhi was wearing a clean white robe with long sleeves hanging naturally behind him. He straightened his back like a tall tree. That spirit, coupled with his handsome face, and the scholarly air that blew over him were not something that ordinary people could achieve.

It's just that he is gentle and easy-going, and he doesn't speak in a flowery way, which makes him even more likable, and he pleases Brother Yuer.

"I can eat anything, but since Master Ning wants to treat me to the Silver Moon Cartilage Bone and Two Horns Soup, how about ordering the Silver Moon Cartilage Bone and Two Horns Soup? This way, Brother Yu'er will also fulfill his good intention."

"Mr. Yi, you are so considerate of me, Yu'er. I will definitely make you my friend! Xiao Qi, two servings of Silver Moon Crispy Bone Soup. I need the freshest ingredients. Tell the chef to make it faster so that my friend won't be anxious."

Brother Yuer handed the gold coins to the waiter, who nodded in response, then left happily leading the horse.

As soon as the waiter left, Brother Yuer led Yi Longzhi to the entrance of Tianhua No. 1. Although it was dinner time, it was not crowded. It was indeed well managed. There were many people queuing up, and Brother Yuer walked straight through the line. Yi Longzhi looked at the line and frowned a little, and was pulled in by Brother Yuer.

The outside of Tianxia No.1 is not crowded, but the inside is a bit crowded. The dishes here are full of flavor and fragrance, which makes people salivate, such as steamed fish, boiled fish, fried fish, chicken, duck, pork, shabu-shabu mutton, chopped green onions and coriander, steaming stuffing and chilled shaved ice fruit, all are beautifully presented. Some of the delicacies still retain their exquisite presentation even after the diners have eaten them.

Yilong Zhixiao was spinning around, looking amazed and delighted. He looked at the diners' flushed faces of happiness, and in the hot air, he felt refreshed all over.

Seeing Yi Longzhi so curious, Brother Yuer called out a few more times and hurried upstairs. They had only eaten one bite in the place they had just passed. Yi Longzhi followed him up. The No. 1 restaurant in the world has nine floors, a rare tall building, but only the fourth floor is actually open. The price of each floor is naturally the same, but the admission qualification and the decoration are completely different. On the first floor, everyone ate together downstairs, enjoying themselves, full of vitality and relish. The bright red color instantly separated the fireworks of the first floor from the expensive dishes.

On the first floor, the food is festive and reunion-filled.

As for the second floor, the difference is obvious. The color of the second floor has changed a little. Red is no longer the mainstream. It is just a little red, but mostly blue. It is quiet and elegant here. From time to time, there are songs and dances by graceful ladies to liven up the atmosphere. The bright and beautiful scenery seems to be native to this second floor. A rare peach tree grown in strange mud grows in the central hall of the second floor. With peach blossoms as its companions, everyone drinks, recites poems and sings duets. Naturally, it is different from the hustle and bustle of having a drink. It is quiet and elegant, and it is a must-fight place for literati and poets, and most of the people here are these people.

Accompanied by peach blossoms and wine, a piece of poetry brings joy to the world.

The third floor of the No. 1 in the world is extremely special. Only aristocrats can enter here, which is what the saying goes, "enter based on appearance."

People from the five major families are frequent visitors to the top of the world. When a young master has a birthday or an old man has a birthday party, although they are not the main guests, they are willing to come here to get together in their spare time.

The decoration here is even more dignified and elegant, with a flat square chair, which fully expresses the joy of the king.

But of course, this is also a place frequented by the young masters of the five major families. However, there are times when they still need to avoid suspicion, so they all have separate rooms, separate services, and even separate receptions.

Brother Yuer pulled Yilongzhi straight to the third floor. Yilongzhi followed obediently, holding up the hem of his fancy clothes and going upstairs gently.

As soon as Brother Yuer went up to the third floor, he was stopped by someone.

"Hey! Isn't this Brother Yu'er? Why are you back from the border? What? Are you a deserter?" A man holding a fan stopped Brother Yu'er. He was dressed in gorgeous clothes, and looked noble.

Brother Yuer was wearing a coarse linen shirt and a straw hat, just like an ordinary man. When he was stopped, he took off his hat. He did not speak to the man immediately, but turned to Yi Longzhi who had just stopped and said with a smile: "Mr. Yi, please wait here for a moment. I'll be back soon."

Although that’s what he said, there are people blocking the way ahead, so how can Brother Yuer just go there and come back?

He turned around seriously, looked at the owner of the fan, and asked sternly: "Why? You can't do it after coming back from the border?"

"Of course not! I've been gone for so long, and there's no one to enjoy the flowers and drink with me. I'm so lonely~" The owner of the fan smiled happily and was about to hug Brother Yuer. Brother Yuer smiled and went up to greet the guest.

The two of them smiled and hugged each other, but did not separate for a long time.

"Brother Wang, how are you these days?"

"Of course, of course!" Brother Wang held the fan and held Brother Yu'er's hand with tears in his eyes. The fan was held by him and trembled in Brother Yu'er's hand: "After that separation, I haven't seen you, Brother Yu'er, for two years. I couldn't sleep at night. I knew you secretly went to the border to join the army. I tossed and turned, and couldn't sleep or eat well!"

Brother Wang cried with joy, "It's good that you're back! It's good that you're back!"

He wiped away his tears, which made Brother Yuer laugh: "Isn't it just going to the border? What's the big deal? Don't cry, brother Wang. You can cry, but I won't accompany you. Today is my first day back, and I brought people here to have a good meal."

"Ah... on your first day back, you wanted to have dinner with others and didn't even talk to me about the past. You are so heartless." Brother Wang was just about to feel better and his tears stopped, but now he seemed to feel wronged again and shed big tears.

"Hey! Stop! Your indifference is the greatest insult to me. Don't you know what kind of person I am? This gentleman saved my life, so I have to repay him first. You live such a comfortable life. Whenever I look for you, you are here. Am I not here now?"

Brother Yuer saw that Brother Wang was crying non-stop, so he changed the subject: "Today, if you have eaten, don't pretend you haven't eaten. How about eating with me, your lifesaver?"

"If Brother Yu'er wants to eat, then he can eat. But I'm an outsider..." Brother Wang stopped crying and calmed down.

"Hey, are you coming to eat or not? If not, I'll take my savior to eat instead of you hesitating here."

Brother Yuer turned around and was about to talk to Yilongzhi who was listening to all this quietly, and then Brother Wang came to hold Brother Yuer's hand.

"Hey. I can't eat! You finally came back alive, I am the first one to welcome you, Brother Yu'er!" Brother Wang didn't hold Brother Yu'er's hand, so he fanned himself and said, "Xiao Yu'er! Go and ask them to set the table! My Brother Yu'er is back!"

The waitress named Xiao Yuer responded and hurried downstairs.

Brother Yuer said to Yilong: "It is definitely my brother who is treating us today. He is also my friend. If you mind that I am not the one treating you, I can bring you here to eat again next time. What do you think, Mr. Yi?"

With the dragon's gentle smile.

"It's okay. It's considered as an invitation from Master Ning. Of course it's OK. It won't embarrass Master Ning."

The brother Wang next to him looked at Yi Longzhi with hatred... making Yi Longzhi laugh awkwardly.

The prince’s hostility is like that of a love rival…too… vicious.

Brother Wang is a brother with the surname Wang, not a brother with the surname Wang and the given name Brother.

And this is a man who is dependent on Brother Yuer.

I can only say that those who understand will understand...

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(End of this chapter)