Gao Wu insists on cultivating immortality.

Chapter 55 Taking Money to Do Business (First Update)
At 11:30 a.m., the glass rooftop restaurant on the 36th floor of the Jinsheng Hotel.

Outside the huge, fully transparent floor-to-ceiling window lies the bustling urban area of ​​Dongjiang City, and one can also see the distant, vast mountains and the frozen Yangtze River.

The sun was shining brightly, and the buildings, houses, the Yangtze River, and the mountains were all covered with a layer of snow, looking bright and unique.

Gao Wu had fought in the basement of the Jinsheng Hotel the day before yesterday, but he hadn't been to the viewing restaurant. Now, overlooking the Dongjiang River, he felt his vision broaden and his heart seemed to open up as well.

As one of the most luxurious restaurants in Dongjiang, the View Restaurant features a modern Western-style decor with a simple yet sophisticated overall design.

Through the transparent glass, you can see the open kitchen, where a group of neatly dressed chefs are busy at work, and occasionally you can see the fire boiling and the steam rising from the pot.

The bustling world is right beneath your feet, and the vibrant atmosphere of everyday life is within reach. Here, guests can leisurely enjoy the prosperity without being tainted by the mundane details of life.

"Rich people know how to enjoy life..." Gao Wu muttered to himself. He had to admit that such enjoyment was indeed very comfortable, and he was even a little envious.

When he has money, he'll bring Sister Jun and Grandpa over to enjoy themselves!
Gao Wu's loose blue and white school uniform stood out in the restaurant, and Song Yunhe spotted him immediately upon entering.

Song Yunhe's expression was somewhat complicated. From a dress etiquette standpoint, Gao Wu was being very impolite. Coming here to discuss business, dressing formally is basic courtesy; it's not a matter of money.

However, Gao Wu is only an eighteen-year-old high school student, so it's normal that he doesn't have formal attire for formal occasions.

On the other hand, Gao Wu, carrying a long sword, managed to make his unattractive school uniform look uniquely youthful.

The main reason is that Gao Wu is over 1.9 meters tall. Standing there, his figure is tall and slender, like a fir tree soaring into the sky, deeply rooted in the rocks, growing upwards in the ice and snow, standing proudly.

In contrast, the other patrons in the restaurant, though well-dressed, appeared greasy and vulgar compared to the young man.

For a fleeting moment, Song Yunhe thought that it wouldn't be bad for Gao Wu to stay with Mingyue; at least Gao Wu was a kind-hearted person. Mingyue had been lonely and aloof since childhood, without any friends.

He immediately suppressed this moment of soft-heartedness. Mingyue had a bright future ahead of her, and Gaowu could not provide any assistance by staying by her side; he would only be a burden to her.

If the two of them really got together, it would be a complete disgrace to the Song family if word got out. He absolutely wouldn't allow that to happen!

"Gao Wu, come and sit down," Song Yunhe greeted him with a smile.

"Hello, Uncle Song." Gao Wu came over and greeted him politely, then sat down naturally opposite Song Yunhe.

Having learned of Song Yunhe's purpose beforehand, Gao Wu no longer respected him. The key point was that even Song Mingyue looked down on her father, so there was even less reason for him to be overly humble.

"I ordered the Blazing Bear Set Meal. See if there's anything else you want, feel free to order it, don't be shy." Song Yunhe handed a tablet to Gao Wu, letting him order the food himself.

"Thank you, Uncle Song. This is my first time dining in such a luxurious place. I won't stand on ceremony."

Gao Wu took the tablet and ordered several bottles of chilled juice, two large portions of hand-pulled noodles, and desserts such as ice cream.

Song Yunhe didn't rush to get down to business, but chatted with Gao Wu about martial arts.

Although Song Yunhe, a high-ranking martial artist, had little combat experience, his knowledge of martial arts far surpassed that of other high-ranking martial artists.

When they talked about the legends and anecdotes of martial arts masters, they were very vivid and opened Gao Wu's eyes.

Although he didn't particularly like Song Yunhe, he had to admit that this middle-aged man was knowledgeable, witty, and charming, with his gold-rimmed glasses adding to his elegant demeanor and mature appeal.

Not to mention that the other party is a high-ranking warrior, one of the top experts in the vast Dongjiang region.

As they chatted and ate, Gao Wu's opinion of Song Yunhe actually changed. Regardless of what kind of person he was at heart, he was at least very charming and charismatic.

The Fiery Bear set meal is quite elaborate. The main dishes are bear bile and bear paws cooked using a complex method, and large pieces of rib meat are full of fat and have a rich taste. You can't get enough of the high-level martial arts.

The liver, lungs, and heart are marinated and then stir-fried, resulting in a spicy flavor with a subtle offal taste, and a soft yet chewy texture. The deep-fried large intestine is also fragrant and flavorful.

Gao Wu, who had been injected with the Vajra Elixir, was undergoing a transformation within his body. While the Spinosaurus Energy Fluid could meet his energy needs, it could not satisfy his appetite.

Gao Wu thoroughly enjoyed the meal, and Song Yunhe seemed even more pleasing to the eye now.

Watching Gao Wu devour over ten pounds of meat, not counting other dishes, Song Yunhe was a little worried. He feared the kid might overeat. While those who perform vlogs eating voraciously might secretly vomit, the large portions of food they eat are actually quite easy to digest.

Meat, on the other hand, is different. It's firm, heavy, and not easy to digest. Even a samurai would break his stomach if he ate that much meat.

Of course, there are always some people who are exceptionally talented and can do what others cannot. Seeing Gao Wu eating ice cream with gusto, he knew the kid was truly alright.

He was secretly amazed; was this kid's physical talent really that abnormal?
"The owner of this restaurant has some wild ways of doing things. You're still in the learning phase, so try to avoid associating with them. Intense fighting in the ring will only damage your physical health and be very detrimental to your future development."

Seeing that Gao Wu had already drunk his beverage, Song Yunhe finally got down to business.

"Thank you, Uncle Song." Gao Wu could tell that although Song Yunhe's words carried a condescending tone, they were well-intentioned.

He explained, "I owe the coach a favor, so I came to help him fight in the ring."

“You have excellent physical talent and a bright future ahead of you,” Song Yunhe said solemnly. “Don’t let small things cause you to lose big ones.”

Before Gao Wu could speak, he turned and asked, "Are you short of money?"

"Of course we're short of it." Gao Wu made no attempt to hide it. Although he had tried various medicines over the past month, it hadn't improved his financial situation.

To supplement his nutrition, he recently spent a lot of money on energy bars. He also gave some to two wounded soldiers and bought things for his family, so he now has 100,000 yuan left.

Most of it came from Song Yunhe. This included video revenue sharing, prize money from martial arts competitions, and so on.

Song Yunhe smiled gently: "Eighteen years old is the final stage of development. At this time, the bones and organs have stabilized and formed, but they are not completely closed, making it the perfect time to use various medicines to stimulate the body's potential."

"With your physical gifts and the scientific combination of various medicines, you are well on your way to establishing yourself as a warrior."

Gao Wu nodded repeatedly. Song Yunhe was paving the way for giving money; his rhetoric was quite effective. He was also somewhat expectant, wondering how many gold coins this middle-aged man could produce.
After laying the groundwork, Song Yunhe changed the subject and said, "I can provide you with some funds to help you improve yourself. There's just one small condition."

"Ah, what are the conditions?" Gao Wu looked at Song Yunhe with an innocent expression.

Looking into Gao Wu's clear eyes, Song Yunhe felt a little embarrassed.

He composed himself and said, "You and Mingyue are both at a crucial stage, and being together will have a negative impact on both of you. I know you have a purely platonic friendship, but this kind of thing will still distract you."

"For your own good, you shouldn't meet for now. You can think about these things when you're in college."

Gao Wu said seriously, "Uncle Song, it's not what you think. Mingyue and I are just friends and partners in the martial arts world, nothing more."

"If you agree, I'll give you three million," Song Yunhe tempted. "With this money, you can buy two or three kinds of enhancement potions."

"Mingyue and I are good friends!"

"five million."

“It’s not about the money…” Gao Wu shook his head again.

Song Yunhe coldly raised the price: "Eight million."

Gao Wu noticed Song Yunhe's impatience, which was clearly a tactic to exert pressure. Eight million was probably close to the limit; there was no need to be so ruthless to his good friend's father!

He nodded: "Uncle Song insists, then we will follow your arrangements."

"You're eighteen years old, you're an adult. You should understand the importance of keeping your word."

Song Yunhe stood up and said calmly, "Don't break your promise and put me in a difficult position..."

Gao Wu solemnly assured him, "Uncle, don't worry, I'll do my job after I get paid, I will never go to see Mingyue!"

(End of this chapter)