Lu Yuan slowly took a sip of tea, showing no reaction whatsoever to Kong Lin's mockery and provocation.

Kong Lin's calm and composed reaction caused him to pause for a moment, a hint of embarrassment and annoyance flashing across his face.

Zhao Qianqian, however, was very angry and immediately retorted.

"Kong Lin, what are you pretending for! Brother Yuan can earn more from selling just one pet cub than you get a year's allowance!"

Kong Lin chuckled and was about to speak when the waiter came over with the dishes.

"Hello, sir, madam, your dishes have arrived."

As he spoke, he placed a plate of appetizers on the table.

Upon seeing this, Sun Shili couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

"Isn't this the most expensive dish on the menu?"

All eyes turned to them, and they couldn't help but click their tongues in amazement.

This cold dish is the most expensive signature dish in the restaurant. It is said to be taken from the most precious part of the high-level pet beast, the Berserk Bull. Only one piece can be taken from a single Berserk Bull. It not only has the effect of strengthening the body, but can even help the beast tamer improve their cultivation.

Of course, the price is not something that ordinary people can afford!

Students like them, who have just awakened their beast-taming talent, can only watch.

Of everyone present, probably only Kong Lin could afford such an exorbitant price.

One dish after another was served, and when all the dishes were served, everyone was completely stunned!

The twelve dishes, even with the waiters' deliberate efforts to group them together, still filled most of the table.

Upon closer inspection, it became clear that none of the dishes on the table were cheap; they were all the restaurant's famous signature dishes!

"Miss Zhao is really generous; she's probably ordered all the signature dishes in this private restaurant!"

Sun Shili turned to look at Lu Yuan.

"Lu Yuan, you're really lucky to be able to eat such good food that you can't normally afford!"

His tone carried a hint of envy and jealousy.

He also wanted to eat these dishes, but he didn't dare to ask Kong Lin. He didn't know how Lu Yuan, this pretty boy, had caught Miss Zhao's eye and was able to eat such luxurious food.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Qianqian chuckled.

"It has nothing to do with me! This meal was paid for by Brother Yuan~"

Everyone present was shocked upon hearing this.

"I'm so sorry, I didn't know you were coming to share a table, so we ordered a bit too much food."

Lu Yuan looked at everyone with a smile.

"Order less later, so that there won't be enough room on the table and you won't have to find other people to share a table with!"

These two sentences are truly devastating.

Kong Lin's face instantly turned as black as the bottom of a pot.

Sun Shili and the others kept their heads down, looking down at their noses and focusing on their own thoughts, not daring to speak at all, but they were somewhat dissatisfied in their hearts.

Kong Lin usually boasts to them about how powerful the Kong family is, but when they just go out for a meal, he can't even compare to someone who runs a run-down pet shop.

Kong Lin knew exactly what everyone was thinking, but there was nothing he could do!

He used all his money to train his beasts. The dishes Lu Yuan ordered were almost equivalent to his allowance for a year!

Kong Lin was seething with hatred, but Lu Yuan didn't care at all.

I gently picked up a piece of beef with my chopsticks and savored it slowly.

"Mmm! As expected of the restaurant's signature dish, it tastes really good!"

Zhao Qianqian also picked up her chopsticks, "It really is! This is the first time I've ever eaten such delicious food!"

Seeing the two of them enjoying their meal so much, Kong Lin and the others were practically drooling with envy.

Just then, the dishes that Kong Lin and his group ordered arrived.

But compared to Lu Yuan's group of two with twelve dishes, their group of four with only six dishes seemed incredibly meager.

During the meal, Kong Lin tried to talk to Zhao Qianqian several times, but Zhao Qianqian was too busy eating to pay any attention to him.

After finishing his meal while holding his breath, Kong Lin finally couldn't help but speak, feigning curiosity as he looked at Lu Yuan.

"Mr. Lu runs a pet shop, right? I wonder what kind of cubs you sell? I happen to have a friend who hasn't yet contracted a suitable tamed beast. If you'd like, Mr. Lu, I can introduce you to some."

Upon hearing this, everyone present perked up their ears.

They were also very curious about what kind of pet shop Lu Yuan ran that could make so much money.

Lu Yuan smiled politely, "My pet shop is called Divine Beast Pavilion. It sells ordinary cubs. If any of your friends come to buy, I can give them a discount because of you."

Kong Lin frowned slightly.

Divine Beast Pavilion?

How come he's never heard of it before?

Zhao Qianqian chimed in, "The Divine Beast Pavilion is a new shop that Brother Yuan just opened. If you need any cubs, remember to come and support us!"

Upon hearing this, everyone present reacted with varying expressions.

Some people thought Zhao Qianqian wouldn't cheat them, while others thought the Divine Beast Pavilion was just a small, run-down shop and not worth mentioning.

Kong Lin's face was full of disdain.

In his eyes, Lu Yuan was just a poor kid who had just arrived in Yunlei City. In order to get on the good side of the Zhao family, he was pretending to be rich and win Zhao Qianqian's favor.

It's purely a case of putting on a brave face when you're not.

So he deliberately smiled and said, "Then I'll have to go take a look."

He turned to look at Sun Shili, "By the way, Ali, I remember you haven't contracted a beast yet, right? Since Manager Lu has extended such a warm invitation, why don't we go later!"

Sun Shili instantly understood what Kong Lin meant and said, "Okay! But Manager Lu, the talent attribute I awakened is quite special. Can the cubs in your shop meet my requirements?"

Lu Yuan smiled slightly.

"Whether it can meet your needs or not, you'll find out when you get there."

Seeing that Lu Yuan still looked fearless, Kong Lin became even angrier.

"Let's go then! Since everyone's finished eating, let's go take a look together!"

Lu Yuan stroked his chin and suggested hesitantly, "I suggest you go back and get some money first, just in case you don't have enough money later."

"No problem!" Kong Lin waved his hand. "If we can find a suitable pet cub for you at Manager Lu's shop, I'll pay whatever it costs!"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Qianqian made a meaningful expression.

That idiot is so arrogant and ignorant, he dares to say anything!

Unaware of Zhao Qianqian's thoughts, Sun Shili was immediately overjoyed and excitedly thanked her, saying, "Thank you so much, Young Master Kong! Young Master Kong is truly kind and loyal to us!"

Others echoed this sentiment.

Those who hadn't yet formed a contract with a beast tamer showered Kong Lin with compliments.

Kong Lin smirked smugly and turned to look at Lu Yuan.

"Since we've come this far, Manager Lu, please lead the way!"

Seeing how confident Kong Lin was, Lu Yuan didn't bother to persuade him any further.

His only goal is to make money.

"Then please follow me!"