Courtyard House: The Chef's Intelligence System

Playing around is fine, but don't joke about the evil spirits.

Secretary Nie immediately recognized that it was nothing more than mere Yin energy.

Once these issues are resolved, there shouldn't be any further problems.

Therefore, the way Secretary Nie looked at the figures of the Taoist priests inside was rather intriguing.

The atmosphere of the Quanzhen Longmen sect is incredibly strong, with an alarmingly heavy yang energy.

While ordinary people couldn't see it, Secretary Nie clearly saw the gushing blood and qi emanating from the bodies of several Taoist priests.

Their qi and blood flow like a dragon; these Taoist priests truly possess real skills.

With their level of cultivation, they could resolve the matter with a simple sneeze, yet they were inside pretending to search with a compass.

What are you doing?

Oh... I see. It'll help me set the price later. The tricks are all the same; they're all things I've already learned.

Five people came to Baiyun Temple, all of whom were pillars of the temple and over 40 years old.

The one leading the group was the same elder who had helped settle things with the Jia family a few years ago.

Today, he was dressed in coarse linen clothes, with a snow-white beard and hair, looking every bit like an old immortal with a sage-like air.

Even a layman would immediately think, "Isn't this the elusive, mysterious Taoist master they've always imagined?!"

At this moment, Li Jiuzhou's eyes were also shining brightly. He was curious and longing, and he also wanted to become an immortal.

At this moment, the Dharma Protector Elder, with his back to Li Jiuzhou and the others, whispered instructions to the four people beside him:

"Everyone, perk up! We hear a big leader is here. Whether we can eat our fill in the second half of the year depends on this job today."

One of the Taoist priests said:

"Elder, what kind of work is this? I can handle it with a flick of my finger. It's no big deal."

The Dharma Protector Elder shook his head:

"Of course I know that, but others don't. Experts see the details, while laymen just watch the show."

"We need to make it look real. How can we showcase our abilities if you finish it in no time?"

"Listen, I'm making the following arrangements. We'll settle this tonight. The four of you will form a protective formation for me."

"I'll use the Jade Pivot Divine Thunder to plow the earth and open their eyes..."

"This is good, this is good..." The other four Taoist priests' eyes were full of joy.

After all, it's about making money, so there's no shame in it; the more effort you put in, the greater the reward.

I've already used Heavenly Thunder, and you're not going to give me a few pounds of cornmeal, are you?

Isn't this ridiculous?

About 40 minutes later, one of the Taoist priests came out and spoke with Secretary Nie and the others.

"Esteemed benefactors, we have already identified the cause and will take action to resolve this matter at midnight."

"You and your companions may go back and have a meal first. We will remain inside and quietly recite the Yellow Court Classic while awaiting the best opportunity."

Seeing that Secretary Nie remained silent, the Party Secretary of the First Steel Rolling Mill stepped forward and said to the Taoist priest:

"In that case, I'll leave it to you Taoist priests. What do you need us to prepare?"

The Taoist priest thought to himself:

"You definitely need to prepare something. It's almost mealtime, and I'm starving. But he's too embarrassed to say it. You have to figure some things out yourself."

But he still shook his head with a kind expression:

"No need, please wait patiently until midnight."

At this moment, Secretary Nie spoke:

"Prepare some delicious vegetarian food for the Taoist priests. Remember, it must be vegetarian food!!!"

Upon hearing this, the Taoist priest gave Secretary Nie a deep look:

"In that case, thank you very much, benefactor."

Secretary Nie smiled and waved his hand. He was familiar with the routines. Since he needed someone to do something, he had to be considerate. He still had to eat.

The group moved to the canteen of the first branch factory for dinner.

There were meat dishes, but the taste was just average.

Meanwhile, the Taoist priests at Baiyun Temple simply ate their meals on the spot.

Three dishes and one soup.

Braised cabbage with tofu, braised eggplant, stir-fried dried bean curd with wood ear mushrooms, and loofah soup.

There weren't many dishes, but the portions were generous, and the staple food was white rice.

The Taoist priests complained about the food at Baiyun Temple while they ate.

"This dish is great. I'm so sick of eating pickled cabbage and radishes every day at the temple."

The Dharma Protector Elder was also enjoying his meal, a satisfied smile on his face.

"Alright, stop rambling. Eat and get some rest. Let's go all out tonight."

They were Taoist priests, that's true, but they were also human. When ordinary people were having a hard time, they weren't having an easy time either.

Their Baiyun Temple is a legitimate Taoist temple with a long history. The state provides some subsidies, and they receive a certain amount of grain every month, but not much.

At this time, there were very few worshippers, and the donation boxes had been empty for a long time.

Some people ask, since monks are vegetarians, shouldn't they eat very little?

Wrong, dead wrong.

Because they need to cultivate not only their spirit, but also their body.

There was never enough food, and besides, they were from the Quanzhen Longmen sect, a vegetarian sect, so their appetites were astonishing.

Because Secretary Nie understood this, he instructed the kitchen to increase the quantity of food several times over.

We're all in the same industry, we appreciate each other, it's not easy for any of us.

Secretary Nie can manage to get them a decent meal.

After the meal, the group of people spent several hours idly in the No. 1 factory.

It wasn't until around 10:30 p.m. that a group of people slowly arrived at the scene.

It was almost 11 o'clock, nearly midnight.

The Taoist priest came over again during the day and spoke with the group.

"Esteemed benefactors, please wait here quietly. We have already set up an array, and no evil spirits can harm you."

It was the Party Secretary of the First Steel Rolling Mill who spoke.

"Then we will have to trouble you all, Taoist masters. We will repay you handsomely once this matter is resolved!"

The Taoist priest was secretly delighted upon hearing this, but he did not show it.

"It's alright. It is the duty of us cultivators to act on behalf of Heaven. Please wait here." After saying this, the Taoist priest turned and left.

Li Jiuzhou and the others also began to feel excited. This kind of thing is a rare occurrence in a lifetime, so they had to open their eyes wide and take a good look.

Only Secretary Nie had a smile on his lips, a smile that was quite mysterious.

He also wanted to see how the Quanzhen Taoist priests planned to show off. He hadn't seen his peers flex their muscles in a long time, and he was very much looking forward to it.

Half an hour later, the sound of Taoist scriptures being recited could be heard from inside.

The sound gradually increased in volume until everyone present could hear it clearly.

Li Jiuzhou and the others were at least fifty meters away from the Taoist priest of Baiyun Temple, yet the sound of him reciting scriptures was so clear, which made everyone feel incredible.

The mysteries of heaven and earth, the root of all energies.

Through countless eons of cultivation, I will prove my supernatural powers.

Within and beyond the Three Realms, only the Dao is supreme.

My body is bathed in golden light, which illuminates me.

It cannot be seen or heard.

It encompasses heaven and earth, and nurtures all living beings.

Reciting it ten thousand times will bring light to your body.

Guardians of the Three Realms, Welcoming Officials of the Five Emperors.

All gods pay homage, and thunder is commanded.

Ghosts and demons lost their courage, and spirits and monsters vanished.

Within lies thunder, and the Thunder God remains anonymous.

With penetrating wisdom and insight, the five vital energies surge forth.

Golden light appeared swiftly, covering and protecting the true person.

"Golden Light Divine Mantra!" Li Jiuzhou exclaimed in surprise.

As the Taoist priests finished chanting the Golden Light Mantra, a faint golden light emanated from their bodies.

"This...this..." Yang Ligong's lips were trembling. He had witnessed a scene he would never forget in his life, which completely overturned his worldview.

Li Huaide looked solemn. He had encountered some strange things before, and this situation was both expected and unexpected.

Because the explanation is unclear...

Secretary Nie's smile grew brighter and brighter, and his magical power seemed to have an urge to burst out of his body. He was so excited by the resonance that he wanted to cry.

At this moment, he muttered to himself:

"Damn it, I really want to whip up a bolt of lightning and unleash a barrage of attacks..."