Tomb Raider: I Am Hu Bayi's Cousin

Chapter 657 lsp
"Hey, don't call me boss! You're all here to give me money, you're the real bosses!"

"We have water and food, but you'll need a sheep first!"

The boss rubbed his hands together, speaking in an extremely mercenary manner.

"What does that mean? What does 'first come, first served' mean?" Liang Wan asked, frowning.

She sensed that they were ripping off her customers.

"A whole roasted lamb is the rule in this remote place. If customers want anything else, they have to order a whole roasted lamb first. Otherwise, how can we make money by opening a shop in such a godforsaken place?"

"A whole roasted lamb costs five thousand yuan, then food, drinks, and lodging are extra, right?"

Hu Ming, who had spared the poor dog, explained softly.

"This shop owner knows his stuff! That's right, this is the price!"

The boss glanced at Hu Ming, who looked to be only seventeen or eighteen, with surprise, and nodded.

"Let's go, beauties and handsome guys, let's go inside!"

After receiving a stack of RMB, the shopkeeper immediately beamed with joy, shouted "Welcome!" in Mongolian, and greeted the group.

Customers who are willing to pay are gods, and you should treat gods, especially generous ones, with the utmost enthusiasm.

This is fundamental to doing business!
"This is it!"

"Don't let the simple appearance of the house fool you, it's absolutely clean, I guarantee you'll sleep soundly every night!"

The owner, toying with a finely crafted antique compass, walked at the front, opened the door to the second-floor guest room, and began his introduction.

"Hey boss, where did you get this? It looks pretty good. Where did you find this old item?"

Li Cu looked at the compass, feeling somewhat tempted.

"An old object? Hmm, it is indeed an old object!"

"Ah, it was a gift from a friend. He asked me to do him a favor, and this is my payment."

Upon hearing the word "old items," a subtle smile appeared in the owner's eyes.

"The reward is quite interesting."

Behind him, Hu Ming chuckled softly, pinching his chin.

"What's wrong? Is there something wrong with this boss?"

Liang Wan immediately noticed Hu Ming's unusual behavior and asked in a low voice.

"Not for now... Anyway, let's talk about it when we wake up tomorrow. There's no rush. Let's just wait and see what happens."

Hu Ming shook his head, unwilling to explain, and walked straight into the room.

The room was rather small, with a large shared sleeping area inside. The sheets and blankets looked rather old, and Hu Ming touched them.

Fortunately, just as the boss said, it was clean; everything had been washed and just put on.

In places like this, there's no need to be too particular about the conditions. If you don't want to spend the night in the car, this is already the best you can do.

Once you get to the desert, forget about such a rudimentary environment; you should be grateful to be able to get a good night's sleep.

"Wait, boss, where am I supposed to sleep? This little brat can't possibly sleep with this old hag, can he?"

"But I have a boyfriend, this is going too far!"

Liang Wan leaned against the doorway, startling everyone.

Even though it's just a normal nap, the whole thing... even if Zhang Yueshan is incredibly easygoing, he'd probably go crazy if he found out, right?
Who would believe that if I told them?
"You old hag, tsk! Liang Wan, you're gone!"

Hu Ming glanced back at his boss and clicked his tongue in displeasure.

"Haha, there are spare rooms, but... then we'll need this."

The boss gave Hu Ming a deliberately suspicious look, then rubbed his fingers together in a shrewd manner.

"Liang Wan, you're an adult now. You need to take care of your own affairs. If you want a room to yourself, go pay for it yourself!"

Hu Ming pretended not to see Liang Wan's gaze and lay down on the bed with his eyes closed.

"Alright, the room is right next door. You guys rest first, and I'll come up and call you when the whole roasted lamb is ready."

The shopkeeper took the RMB from Liang Wan's reluctant hand and laughed heartily. "And don't worry, you two, I'm definitely not the kind of person who would cheat you out of money. Even that mutton 'beep' will be taken care of perfectly!"

"Should the lamb be stewed or roasted?"

The boss suddenly gave a lewd smile and said to Hu Ming and Li Cu.

"Let's get a ewe instead. Even though ewes aren't as tasty, the 'beep' (a euphemism for mutton) is fine. My friend likes to eat mutton 'gammon,' so remember to prepare it properly for her."

Hu Ming glanced at Liang Wan, who was secretly gloating, and said something that left Liang Wan dumbfounded.

Who likes that pesky thing called "Sheep's Pleasure"?
"Hu Ming, what is 'Yang Huanxi'? Is it delicious?"

Li Chu asked questions when he didn't understand.

This was the first time he had ever heard of this term.

"Yes, it's great. If your sister Liang Wan is generous, I can definitely share some with you to try."

Hu Ming smiled sarcastically.

"Damn it... Boss, don't listen to this bastard's nonsense. Who likes that stuff? Just a male lamb will do. And remember, make sure they take care of the lamb properly!"

Liang Wan cursed under her breath with a dark expression, chased after the boss, and shouted loudly.

"Ah...you can't eat it..."

Knowing he couldn't win against Liang Wan, Li Chu decisively gave up his curiosity.

Besides, even Li Chu had never tasted lamb.

……

……

By the time the owner finished preparing the whole roasted lamb, several hours had passed, and it was already completely dark.

As night fell, the desert temperature plummeted. Several people, bundled up in cotton-padded coats, sat around a campfire at a stone table in the courtyard. The table was already laden with a whole roasted lamb.

"Is this much? Can the three of us finish it?"

Li Cu looked at the mutton in front of him and exclaimed in amazement.

Anyone who has eaten it knows that even lamb, a whole roasted lamb is a portion that three to five people cannot finish.

There are usually more than ten people, along with some other dishes, which is enough to make them feel full.

"What can you do if you can't finish it? That's the rule here, there's nothing you can do about it."

"Hey friends over there, wanna come over and have some?"

"Of course, boss, don't worry, I know the rules, so you won't have to slaughter another sheep. Here's five thousand yuan, I'm giving it to you on their behalf."

Hu Ming looked at the convoy that had just driven in outside the door and said loudly.

About six people got off the convoy. They seemed to be a team. The leader was a beautiful, mature, and gentle woman who exuded an artistic aura.

She is tall and slender, and even a heavy coat cannot hide her full figure.

Her long, wavy hair was combed to one side, revealing a crystal-clear right ear with a Xinjiang-style earring, adding a touch of exotic charm.

"Hu Ming, are you running a fever? When did you become so generous, treating strangers to dinner? How could they possibly agree?"

"Speaking of which, you didn't fall for her, did you?"

Liang Wan gave me a knowing look and pouted.

lsp is lsp! However...
"OK!"

Amidst Liang Wan's astonished gaze, Li Cu's amazed gaze, and the woman's companion's bewildered gaze, the woman smiled gracefully, walked over confidently, and sat down next to Hu Ming.

then…

She held tightly to Hu Ming's arm, rested her head on his shoulder, closed her eyes slightly, and smiled gently.

The woman seemed to be in a good mood.

"It's so good to see you again, Hu Ming!"