Heavenly Dao Engine
Chapter 1526 - 1526 0879 Willing to Benefit the Community_2

Chapter 1526: Chapter 0879: Willing to Benefit the Community_2 Chapter 1526: Chapter 0879: Willing to Benefit the Community_2 Qi Tian directly had them serve every distinctive and expensive dish the restaurant had to offer; without hesitation, the restaurant immediately began arranging the service of dishes.

Soon, the dining table was brimming with dishes, with Rong Guanghui introducing each dish to Qi Tian one by one, explaining the stories behind them, the ingredients used, and their various effects.

Qi Tian, having grown so much, had never eaten such delectable fare before. The head chef of the restaurant truly had considerable skill, bringing out the taste of each ingredient with unique cooking techniques while preserving their nutritional value and effects—it was impressive indeed.

Qi Tian, acting as a host, invited Wang Xuechang, Ji Liya, and Rong Guanghui to enjoy the food and wine. However, the two Nascent Soul Masters, Wang Xuechang and Ji Liya, merely tasted a few bites as a courtesy gesture before putting down their chopsticks. As Nascent Soul Masters, their ultimate pursuit was indeed the elixir of immortality or, at the very least, to make a breakthrough in their cultivation realms at the earliest opportunity. Eating was never a necessity for them; it was even considered a burden. If it hadn’t been for Qi Tian and to show respect for him, they wouldn’t have bothered to eat at all, no matter how exquisitely prepared or how delicious the dishes were—it wouldn’t have changed their perspective.

Qi Tian didn’t press the matter; instead, he simply invited Rong Guanghui to dine with him. Rong Guanghui shared similar views to the two Nascent Soul Masters, yet he didn’t have the confidence to decline Qi Tian’s invitation. Despite the struggle within, he managed to smile and use his chopsticks to join Qi Tian in tackling the fine food and drink before them.

Both of them were cultivators at the Gold Core Realm, with powerful digestive abilities. The table was filled with over twenty dishes and several jars of wine, nearly all of which ended up in the stomachs of the two men.

When the table was almost cleared, Qi Tian slumped in his chair, belching contentedly, and rubbing his bloated stomach. He said, “Not bad, not bad at all. It’s been a long time since I’ve eaten so satisfyingly. Oh, and have the restaurant prepare another table for my mount.”

Ji Liya, seeing Qi Tian without any concern for his image, furrowed her brows slightly and said, “Sir, may I ask how long you plan to stay in Haishan City? Do you need us to arrange a room for you at the restaurant? The accommodations here are quite good. Of course, if you prefer not to stay here, we can also arrange a temporary residence in a blessed land of caves and grottoes.”

Qi Tian waved his hand, saying, “I will neither stay at the restaurant nor at any cave dwelling. There is something I’d like to ask your assistance with. Do you know of any shops for rent in the busiest area with the most foot traffic? I’m always looking to be useful wherever I go, and I’ve been treated not too badly by the folks of Haishan City. I’d like to benefit a few fortunate individuals here.”

Ji Liya inquired, “May I know how you intend to benefit our Haishan City?”

Qi Tian said with a smile, “I have a unique skill known as Meridian Skills. With this method, I can discern a person’s aptitude for cultivation.”

Ji Liya shook her head, responding, “Sir, surely you jest. In our Cultivation World, there have been many such methods passed down through the ages. There are countless ways to determine if one has the aptitude for cultivation. I’m not sure whether your Meridian Skills are effective, but one thing I can assert is that their efficacy might not surpass those ancient methods.”

Qi Tian chuckled and replied, “I’m certainly aware of this, but if you underestimate my Meridian Skills because of that, then you are being narrow-minded. My Meridian Skills can not only reveal whether a person has the aptitude for cultivation but can also determine if someone without the innate talent could potentially transform and develop that aptitude. Furthermore, it can turn someone with mediocre cultivation talent into one with superior talent. Tell me, do you know of any methods that could achieve such effects?”

Ji Liya was immediately taken aback, a look of disbelief across her face. “Are you serious? Do your Meridian Skills truly have such miraculous effects?”

Qi Tian smiled and assured, “I am indeed confident in my abilities. As for whether you believe me or not, that I cannot help. All I can say is that I am willing to use my Meridian Skills to benefit those destined to receive it, and unfortunately, I cannot extend this fortune to those without such fate.”

Wang Xuechang and Ji Liya fell into silence. They had never even heard of the meridian unlocking technique Qi Tian spoke of, making it even more difficult for them to believe.

Qi Tian did not expect the two of them to believe him. Given their life experiences, they were more inclined to believe what they wanted to believe, and were not very receptive to unfamiliar matters.

Qi Tian turned his head to Rong Guanghui and said, “Captain Rong, you are the captain of the city guard in Haishan City. Do you know of any idle shops for rent? If you do, take me to have a look. If you can make this happen, you won’t be short of benefits.”

Rong Guanghui blinked and said, “Master, is what you just said true? Do you truly possess such magical methods that can turn the tide and set someone on the bright path of immortal cultivation who otherwise couldn’t cultivate?”

Qi Tian chuckled. “I have never considered the path of cultivation a bright road. Those who could never cultivate in their lifetime may not necessarily be unjoyful. Of course, I know there are some people who definitely won’t be happy if they can’t cultivate. I am willing to help some of them overcome their troubles, to give them the right to happiness, or at least the confidence to be happy.”

Ji Liya said, “Captain Rong, as far as I know, there are indeed methods in the world that can improve one’s aptitude and completely transform them, turning the impossible into possible. However, these methods are no doubt against the natural order, and it’s almost impossible for them to appear in our side of the world. We would have to go to higher-ranking Sacred Cultivation Places. There, there are pills that can change one’s aptitude, but every single one is worth a fortune. As for the Meridian Skills the fellow cultivator mentioned, I have not heard of them.”

Rong Guanghui understood the meaning behind what Ji Liya had said to him, suggesting him not to take Qi Tian’s words lightly. He blinked and said, “Master, although I am the second-in-command of the city guard, I am not very clear about the matters within the city. However, I have a friend who knows a lot about this area, and I can go and consult him. If it’s okay with you, may I go and inquire?”

Qi Tian made a nonchalant gesture and said, “Go ahead, ask your friend to find out for me. Quick there, quick back.”

Rong Guanghui quickly nodded in agreement, bowed to Qi Tian, Wang Xuechang, and Ji Liya, and left the private room of the restaurant.

Wang Xuechang, Ji Liya, and Qi Tian remained together. The two Nascent Soul Masters didn’t speak. None of them were in the mood to bridge the gap with Qi Tian, and Qi Tian naturally didn’t go out of his way to please the two Nascent Soul Masters either. A strange silence settled in the private room.

Soon after, the sound of footsteps approached from outside the room, pausing when they reached the door, then a knock came from the entrance.

“Come in.”

The door to the private room was pushed open, and Rong Guanghui entered from outside, followed by a Gold Core Realm cultivator.

Rong Guanghui nodded to Qi Tian, then said, “Master, let me introduce you. This is my friend, Zhang Shuguang, the owner of this restaurant. Old Zhang, this is the master I told you about. The one who had our Haishan City thinking we were under attack by a demon beast—it was him.”

Zhang Shuguang, who was both pale and plump with a round face, smiled before he even spoke, bowing to the two Nascent Soul Masters before fixing his gaze on Qi Tian. “Master, I’ve just heard from Brother Guanghui about a divine skill you possess. May I ask if it’s true?”