Chapter 56
The real business of Yuan Bar started to pick up along with the temperature in Yizhou. In the early morning, Fang Shao sent away the last batch of guests. Seeing that the date had slipped to the 24th, Fang Shao opened the bar system and found the interface for viewing the guests' reservations.
This viewing menu appeared with the launch of the reservation project, and the list continued to grow in length as guests from all over the world responded. This was of course within Fang Shao's expectations. Not to mention the guests who were looking forward to meeting in Yuanba, other people would probably want to try out the new feature after seeing it launched.
So Fang Shao simply didn't look at the list until the reservation deadline had passed that day, when he clicked on the final list.
【March 23, 9 guests have made reservations】
"Dave, there are quite a few guests who have made reservations for tomorrow, nine of them." He raised his voice and said to Dave who was sweeping the toilet with a broom on the other side. "And some of them must have brought their friends with them, so it looks like we are going to have a lot of fun."
Dave laughed and made an OK gesture to his boss. "No problem, I'll buy some more fruits and fresh ingredients early in the morning."
Fang Shao was happy. This guy was always full of energy.
He looked at the list on the screen. In addition to the name, there was also a clear description of where the guests came from.
[George, the world he belongs to: the movie "The Mist"]
[Peter Parker, his world: the movie Captain America: Civil War]
[Infinity, the world you belong to: the movie "The Legend of Luo Xiaohei"]
【Anna, the world she belongs to: the game "This War of Mine"】
[Zhu Huang, the world he belongs to: the movie "The Wandering Earth 2"]
【Zhou Yue, the world he belongs to: the movie "The Wandering Earth 2"】
[Long Ming, the world he belongs to: the game "The Legend of Sword and Fairy V Prequel"]
[Xiahou Jinxuan, the world he belongs to: the game "The Legend of Sword and Fairy V Prequel"]
[Bai Li Tu Su (Han Yunxi), world: game "Gujian Tales 1"]
Fang Shao had watched the first two guests make reservations, and he was a little surprised to see Wuxian's name ranked third. Wuxian didn't seem like someone who was interested in Yuan Bar.
Then there was Anna. The woman who caused the public welfare corner of the bar to appear was actually from This War of Mine. Fang Shao thought about it, but still couldn't remember such a character in the game. He didn't know if the world war in her world was over, and whether the medicine he took away last time was of any help.
Then there were a few familiar names, and then the name of Young Master Xiahou. Fang Shao was a little surprised. To be honest, during this period of time, Long Ming and Mo Yi were always in and out of his place, and he had forgotten that there was such a guest in the Immortal World. It really shouldn't have happened. When he played the game, this character was his favorite. When he bought the game disc, he was given a small doll of Jinxuan.
Besides, Jinxuan was born into a noble family, so maybe I could sell him a bottle of Ancient Dreams, which would be a small way to make up for the loss. I couldn't expect my sales to still be in the six figures when the evaluation was due in June.
The last name appeared in front of Fang Shao.
Tusu.
Fang Shao couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief and smiled. Although he didn't know what the outcome of the three-day appointment would be, as long as Tu Su was safe, that was enough.
The next day, Dave really went to the market to buy things early in the morning. After returning with bags and packages, he started to get busy in the operation room, as if he was treating this day as a holiday celebration.
Fang Shao wanted to help several times but was chased out by Dave every time. He had no choice but to play with Orange outside, and then moved this chair and wiped that table out of boredom.
As soon as 10 o'clock arrived, the mysterious side of Yuan Bar opened on time.
The first person to push the door open was Peter, who was dressed in casual clothes, followed by a chubby boy with an excited look on his face.
"Hello, Mr. Fang. I'm Ned." The fat man nervously followed Peter to greet Fang Shao.
"Hello, Peter, Ned." Fang Shao smiled. It seems that this is Spider-Man's best friend. He looks a bit similar to the one in the movie, but his facial features are more similar to those of a white person, so people won't mistake him for an Asian.
Looking at the menu that Dave handed over, Ned ignored Peter's recommendations and ordered all the food he had never heard of. After trying them, he liked the fried crispy meat sprinkled with pepper and salt the most, and was least interested in the salty and delicate rice paste.
"No meat." Ned smacked his lips. It seemed that every pound of flesh on his body was not in vain. He was a pure carnivore.
The next person to come in was Mr. Zhu, who was an old acquaintance of Peter. He spoke to the two young men in a friendly manner, which gradually calmed down the nervous and excited Ned.
But when George came in, Mr. Zhu left the two young men behind and took his former partner aside. The cooperation between Wandering Earth and Yaksha Country could not be kept secret from George. Giving advance notice could not only avoid misunderstandings from the other party, but also make the subsequent cooperation smoother. It would be even better if it could become a three-party cooperation directly.
George was a little surprised by this change of circumstances, but after thinking about it carefully, he was not too worried. The advantage of the Wandering Earth was in people's livelihood and infrastructure, while his advantage was in the control of the coordinates. Each was irreplaceable. Besides, the copyright of the Arrow Project was still in the hands of the military. With Fang Shao as a witness, he was not worried that the Wandering Earth would shortsightedly intervene.
But in order to avoid any suspicion from the Yaksha Kingdom, the two separated after a brief meeting and discussion. So when Long Ming, Mo Yi and Zhou Yue's survey team came in, only George went to greet them first, while Zhu Lao sat there and waved to them.
Long Ming and Mo Yi looked at each other. Long Ming, who had dealt with George before, went to meet George, while Mo Yi and Zhou Yue and others walked towards Mr. Zhu. The two sides discussed for a while, and before Dave brought their orders, they joined together again. Obviously, the original cooperation between two parties really turned into a three-party agreement.
Ned was very interested in this cross-world cooperation, and sat at the bar, looking at the crowd over there. But Peter generously pulled him over, leaning next to the most familiar Mr. Zhu, and became two bystanders.
But perhaps what the adults were discussing was too boring for two high school students, and soon they strolled away and went to tease Orange instead.
Ned obviously loves cats more than anyone else. He knew about Orange's existence from Peter in advance and even brought a furry knitted mouse for the little guy. Unfortunately, Orange was not very interested in this toy. He just scratched it twice with his claws at the toy at first and then ignored it coldly.
After a while, Xiahou Jinxuan, still dressed in red, pushed open the door of the bar. He was not alone. Behind him, in addition to Jiang Cheng, whom Fang Shao had met before, there were several men and women who were dressed simply but had agile figures.
Xiahou Jinxuan saw Long Ming in the crowd and showed a look of relief. He had not seen Brother Long since their last hasty farewell and did not know how to contact him.
Long Ming also saw them, so he apologized quietly and left the negotiation table.
"Brother Long/Mr. Long."
"Master Xiahou, Young Hero Jiang."
After greeting each other, they chose another table to sit down. Xiahou Jinxuan, on behalf of the taciturn Jiang Cheng, told Long Ming his request, hoping that Yaksha Nation would accept the half-demons rejected by humans. Long Ming naturally knew that this was the result of the trouble he and Mo Yi had caused in the human world before, and he also had a good impression of Jiang Cheng, so he immediately agreed.
"But the current situation in Yaksha Nation is not good either," Long Ming said frankly. "The Demon Realm has been suffering from drought for a long time. Although there is a solution now, the people's situation will still be difficult for the time being."
"We are not afraid." Some of the half-demons who followed immediately assured him, but some were hesitant. After all, not every half-demon is physically strong enough to adapt to the harsh environment of the demon world, and some half-demons have families with them, and not all of these family members are half-demons, not to mention that there are also frail elderly people and children among them.
Seeing this, Xiahou Jinxuan persuaded them to stay. Although there are constant frictions between the martial arts world and the half-demons, the four great families, Xiahou, Ouyang, and Huangfu, have all stated that they will reconsider the living space of the half-demons. In addition, Ling Bo has returned to Shushan to ask the elders to step forward, and the situation may improve in the future.
"After all, there are countless half-demons hiding among humans, and many people don't even know that they have half-demonic blood in their entire lives. Since it is impossible to solve the problem in one go, we must seriously consider how humans and half-demons can coexist." Jinxuan said seriously.
Long Ming and Jiang Cheng also nodded in agreement with Jin Xuan's words.
"In that case, I will carefully consult everyone's opinions after I return. Brother Xiahou, please take good care of those who are willing to stay." Jiang Cheng solemnly clasped his fists and saluted Jin Xuan.
Xiahou Jinxuan also raised his fist. "I will definitely live up to your trust."
Why does it feel like we're here to discuss serious matters today? Fang Shao leaned on the bar, resting his chin in his hand in boredom. Dave was busy in and out, and had no time to pay attention to his boss who was daydreaming and lazy.
"Ding ding dang dang~" Another round of ringing sounded.
"Tu Su!" Peter, who was playing with Orange at the door, was the first to greet.
"Brother Peter, long time no see." Tu Su responded to the young man gently.
"Sir, long time no see."
Fang Shao looked at the young man walking towards him. Tu Su was not wearing his usual southern Xinjiang-style clothes, but a purple and white uniform that Fang Shao had seen in the game's DLC, which was nicknamed the Tianyong school uniform by netizens. He looked less stern and arrogant, and more gentle and calm.
"Tu Su, long time no see." Fang Shao also smiled.
After a while, Infinity brought Xiao Hei in cat form, Anna, Paulis, and Luca's family to Yuan Bar.
Orange immediately left Peter and Ned and meowed towards Blackie. Blackie quickly climbed onto Infinity's shoulders, looking very proud. Ned hurried over to comfort Orange, while constantly stealing glances at Blackie.
Wuxian brought Xiaohei to ask Mr. Zhu to meet Fengxi, and Mr. Zhu stood up with a smile. "Okay, I believe Mr. Fengxi also misses his friends in his hometown, I will take you to meet him."
The happy Blackie immediately jumped down, changing into a child in mid-air and landing on the ground. Ned, who was peeking at him, was so scared that he fell back and almost fell on his butt. George also widened his eyes.
"Mom, the cat has turned into a human." Luka, who was being led by his parents to thank Fang Shao, pointed at Xiao Hei and shouted in surprise, and then his mouth was immediately covered by Anna.
"Sorry..." Boris said awkwardly. He was also shocked when he saw this scene, but fortunately he managed to hold it back.
"It's okay, it's okay, the kid is not wrong." Fang Shao lowered his head and looked at the little boy, "That little brother is a fairy, but this is a secret, can Luka keep it a secret for the little brother?"
"Yes." Luka nodded indistinctly, his innocent eyes sparkling.
When the family of three introduced themselves, Fang Shao, who finally knew the identities of Anna and Luka, smiled and nodded, and handed a candy to the child who unfortunately died in the game.
"Ding ding dong dong~"
Fang Shao was stunned. Aren’t all the guests who had made reservations already here?
The door was pushed open, revealing a young man in luxurious clothes, wearing a tall hat and a wide belt, holding a bamboo slip in his hand. Behind him was a strong middle-aged man with a very different style, wearing a short coarse cloth coat and with his hair in an ancient braid. The strong man stood outside the door trembling, seemingly not daring to come in, but was forcibly pulled by the young man and not allowed to leave.
Ah, here come two new guests.
Fang Shao greeted them with a smile. "Dear guests, welcome to my bar."