TDDDMFM Chapter 11: Can't Even Have a Meal in Peace
In the evening, Zhou Xiaobei sat cross-legged on the large bed in the bedroom, practicing the "Diamond Sutra."
The Diamond Sutra is divided into seven realms.
The first realm is the External Strength Realm.
The second realm is the Internal Strength Realm.
The third realm is the Grandmaster Realm.
The fourth realm is the Profound Passage Realm.
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Zhou Xiaobei's cultivation has now reached the Grandmaster Realm, just one step away from the Profound Passage Realm. However, this one step feels like an insurmountable gap, like a chasm in the sky, and he just can't cross it.
The Fourth Master told him that to cross this hurdle, he not only needs a large amount of spiritual energy but also needs opportunities. It's not something to rush, but the Grand Master did say in his letter that when his realm reaches the Profound Passage, he'll be qualified to come find them.
For the sake of being able to find his five masters sooner, he must also quickly enter the fourth realm of the Diamond Sutra.
As he practiced, time passed like water.
When Zhou Xiaobei woke up, it was already noon the next day.
One day in the mountains is like a thousand years in the world.
Zhou Xiaobei was starving, but when he tried to call the hotel to have food delivered, he struggled to understand the ordering system.
Damn it, why make it so complicated!
He couldn't let such a trivial matter stop him, so he changed into clean clothes and went out to eat.
"Excuse me, where is the restaurant in your hotel?" After going out, Zhou Xiaobei asked a staff member from the guest room department.
"Hello, sir, the restaurant is on the third floor. Turn left after you exit."
"Thank you!"
Following the instructions of the staff member, Zhou Xiaobei arrived at the third floor of the hotel.
It was a Western restaurant with luxurious decor and soft music playing inside.
At this time, it wasn't the peak dining hour, and there were only a few tables of guests dining.
As Zhou Xiaobei walked in, he immediately attracted the attention of the diners.
His buddies were all stunned!
Who is this guy? Is he also a guest at the Shangri-La? Why is he dressed so poorly?
In this day and age, who still dresses like this? He looks like a hillbilly!
If someone like this also stays at Shangri-La, it's really lowering the hotel's standards!
The diners whispered and pointed at Zhou Xiaobei.
Zhou Xiaobei recognized some of the people who were talking bad about him, and he heard them loud and clear. His face immediately darkened.
He's just here to have a meal, not bothering anyone. Why are they talking behind his back?
These people must be crazy!
But Zhou Xiaobei didn't bother to argue with them because he's seen this type of people too many times before. Back in the village, the most common were gossiping women, talking behind others' backs, stirring up trouble. If you were to bother with them at every turn, you'd end up exhausted. He'd rather spend his time feeding his own stomach instead.
So he found a seat.
The waiter came over with the menu and smiled, "Sir, what can I get for you? Oh... it's you!"
This waiter might have a bit of nearsightedness and astigmatism. It wasn't until he approached Zhou Xiaobei that he realized his dressing style, and he was stunned.
Where did this monster come from?
His outfit is so outdated!
Zhou Xiaobei couldn't read the menu because it was all in old foreign characters. So, he didn't bother with it and just said to the waiter, "I'm a bit hungry. Bring me whatever's good for filling me up here."
The corner of the waiter's mouth twitched, almost blurting out a mountain saying.
Suppressing his disgust, he frowned and said, "Sir, I need to remind you that the consumption level in our restaurant is very high. Actually, if you're really hungry, there's a Chinese restaurant to the left when you go out. Their food is good and not expensive, and the portions are large!"
"What do you mean?"
Zhou Xiaobei raised an eyebrow.
Was he afraid that he couldn't afford the bill and trying to drive him away?
The waiter said, "Sir, please don't misunderstand. I'm just kindly reminding you. Our restaurant caters to high-end guests staying at the hotel, and the consumption here is high. I'm afraid you might..."
The waiter paused for two seconds, then smiled and said, "I'm afraid you might not be able to afford it."
"Damn it!"
Unable to bear it anymore, Zhou Xiaobei burst out with a curse.
He was already annoyed from yesterday, and now, he couldn't believe he encountered someone so condescending just trying to have a meal.
What a loss of face!
"This, rest assured, young master has money, and I can definitely afford a meal. If you're not deaf, just listen carefully. I'm hungry, and I'm going to eat here. Bring me the best dishes you have."
The waiter's expression changed: "Sir, how dare you curse at me?"
"I never curse at people. I only curse at things that are not human!"
"You, you're unreasonable! Security, there's a troublemaker here!"
The waiter became furious.
This guy is dressed like a bumpkin, and on top of that, he has no manners. He must be taught a lesson today.
"What a coincidence, bumping into you here. Did you think you could stay in Xiangcheng forever? Do you really think Yan Shikai can protect you forever?" Just then, someone spoke.
The tone was disdainful.
"..."
Zhou Xiaobei looked over and saw several men and women walking towards him.
The leader was Dong Tianming and Shen Yue.
Beside them were several well-dressed young people with good manners.
They looked like second-generation rich kids.
Dong Bingxin saw Zhou Xiaobei and showed a disgusted expression on her face, saying coldly, "You haven't left Xiangcheng yet? Do you think you're qualified to stay here?"
Zhou Xiaobei was reminded of the shameless appearance of the Shen family whenever he saw Shen Yue. Feeling disgusted, he wasn't polite and retorted, "Whether I stay or leave Xiangcheng has nothing to do with you. This isn't your family's kang. If it were, I might consider staying!"
"Besides, do you want to kill me? Let's see if you have the ability. I'm waiting for you!"
"You!"
In terms of trash-talking, Shen Yue was no match for Zhou Xiaobei. He almost made her have a hemorrhage.
"Kid, you're really pretending to be tough!"
At this time, a young man in a white suit, with a broken hairstyle and a bit of gray dye on his head, stepped forward. He was smoking a cigarette and looked at Zhou Xiaobei with a sideways glance: "Kid, do you even know who you're talking to?"
"You're trying to act tough in front of my sister Yue, aren't you?"
At this moment, a woman dressed in a flashy manner also stepped forward. She had a limited edition LV bag hanging from her bent arm, a Patek Philippe watch on her wrist, and a Vacheron Constantin necklace around her neck. She looked flashy and tacky.
"I heard from Young Master Dong that yesterday, a foolish idiot came to Sister Yue's IPO dinner and caused a scene, even claiming to be Sister Yue's fiancé. Does the toad want to eat swan meat? Isn't that idiot you?"
"Indeed, it's him, isn't it? He doesn't even know how to check his own conduct and still wants to marry Sister Yue. He's not worthy at all. I'm warning you, kid, get out of Xiangcheng quickly, or else, I'll have someone turn you into a human stick!"
Qin Yumen's bangs on his forehead were too coquettish.