An Er and An San took turns eating downstairs, while one person stayed behind to keep watch, alternating between them.

Xuanyuan Yu'an looked at Bai Qingqing: "Yuelai Restaurant is the largest restaurant in the capital. It is famous for its delicious dishes and its business is booming. You can try it, sir."

Bai Qingqing nodded: "My name is Qingqing, and my surname is Bai."

His voice was cool and indifferent.

Xuanyuan Yu'an felt his heart surging with excitement; he actually had the chance to know her name.

"The stars are my eyes, the sea is my song, you are my years, you are my days and nights, my love, it sounds so beautiful."

Looking at her, he spoke in a tender, ambiguous voice.

These are lines of poetry used to express deep affection. Bai Qingqing glanced at him.

"Xiao Qi, look at him, he's openly coveting the gods, daring to blaspheme against them."

“Host, you’re not a god yet,” the straightforward Xiao Qi said.

"Playing a god is still being a god."

"As long as the host is happy."

I'm done with this; the system is too much of a straight man.

After Xuanyuan Yu'an finished speaking, seeing that she didn't speak, he lowered his head in silence, his expression profound.

Neither of them spoke for a moment, and the atmosphere became quiet.

A knock sounded on the door, and the dishes were served.

Xuanyuan Yuan: "Qingqing, you can try this braised shark fin. It's the restaurant's signature dish. It's soft, smooth, and has an extremely rich and fresh flavor."

Hearing his natural way of addressing her, Bai Qingqing paused for a moment, thinking how quickly he had changed his way of addressing her.

He picked up a piece and tasted it: "It tastes good."

A simple comment from her is enough to make him happy, and a smile will appear on his face.

Furthermore, she implicitly accepted that he called her Qingqing, and that only he could call her by that name.

My mood was even more joyful than I had in a whole year; I hadn't laughed as much as I had today.

Seeing his obvious emotional fluctuations, Bai Qingqing tried all the dishes he introduced afterwards.

The two enjoyed their meal together harmoniously.

Bai Qingqing waved her hand, and two cups of spiritual tea appeared on the table.

"Give it a try, this tea is good for your health."

Xuanyuan Yuan picked up a cup and took a sip. The tea was fragrant and had a lingering aftertaste. He felt relaxed after drinking it.

"Good tea, refreshing and sweet, makes one feel relaxed and happy," he praised.

Seeing that he liked it, Bai Qingqing raised her hand and a jade-carved jar appeared on the table, filled with tea leaves.

They were all system rewards, and I also have a can of my own, which is worthy of being called divine tea.

"If you like them, these are gifts for you."

Xuanyuan Yu'an hadn't even had time to get excited about the different treatment he received from her today.

"Consider this a thank you for your hospitality today."

I heard that, but I wasn't disappointed.

"Thank you, Qingqing. I will definitely use it to make tea every day when I get back."

The two went out and downstairs, where they encountered a group of people, including the Fifth Prince and several young masters and ladies from prominent families.

I had just arrived at Yuelai Restaurant for lunch when I saw the Third Prince come out with a woman.

The other young masters and ladies bowed to the Third Prince.

"No need for formalities outside," Xuan Yuanyu waved his hand, discouraging Zhang Yang.

Xuanyuan Chengyu stepped forward and asked, "Third Brother, you've come to dine as well. May I ask who this gentleman is?"

His gaze fell upon the veiled woman beside him, whose slender figure and ethereal aura were captivating.

Everyone else turned their attention to this person; he was simply too dazzling. Even if they couldn't see his face clearly, his aura made them feel that he was beyond the reach of ordinary people.

People speculated about the man's identity. They had heard that the Third Prince had brought the immortal back some time ago, and that they had even seen a carriage passing through the sky today, with the Third Prince's men on the carriage shaft.

When the carriage appeared in the sky today, this group of people happened to be riding horses in the wild. They saw it and chased after it, but unfortunately they were going too fast and couldn't catch up.

Thinking of this, everyone became excited and looked at Bai Qingqing with burning eyes.

Xuanyuan Yu'an first glanced at Bai Qingqing to confirm her thoughts.

You can say it if you know, but if you want to keep a low profile, just tell these people: "The master is going back. Just know that, but don't make a fuss."

Once confirmed, the Fifth Prince immediately said, "Third Brother, why don't I go back with you too?"

"Please have your meal first. The master prefers quiet. We'll be leaving now."

Bai Qingqing took a step forward, and Xuan Yuanyu followed.

Once the two figures were out of sight and they entered the private room, the group excitedly exclaimed.

"My God, I actually saw the real God up close."

"As expected of immortals, they possess an extraordinary aura. Even when they lower their profile, they are still captivating."

"Fifth Prince, does the Third Prince often see the immortal?"

Xuanyuan Chengyu: "This prince is not sure either, but Third Brother came back with the Immortal, so he should be quite familiar with him."

"I'm so envious of the Third Prince. He gets to see the immortals so often and even travel with them."

"Yes, if I could see the face of a deity in my lifetime, I would have no regrets."

Xuanyuan Chengyu: "I should be able to see him on the day of the sacrificial ceremony, haha."

Others were filled with envy, jealousy, and resentment. Generally, only those whose families held official positions in the court could participate in sacrificial rites; the others were not allowed to attend.

I don't know if there will be any exceptions this time so I can go to the event.

*

Once outside, Xuan Yuan Yu An suggested, "Should I prepare a regular carriage for Qing Qing to go back?"

Bai Qingqing: "No need, you can go back on your own. I'll find a deserted place over there and go back directly."

"I'll take you there, and then I'll go back."

Bai Qingqing didn't refuse when he wanted to come along. The group found a deserted alley, and Bai Qingqing said goodbye to them.

They disappeared in the blink of an eye.

They returned to the temple.

When Xuanyuan Yuan saw that the person was gone, he led his men back to the palace to report.

The emperor, upon learning what had happened, praised him for handling the matter well.

Even immortals, who don't partake in worldly affairs, occasionally try new and unusual things.

Of course, Xuanyuan Yuan didn't mention his name, not wanting anyone other than himself to know.

Seeing how much younger her father looked, she asked, "Did Father take the elixir given to him by the master?"

The Emperor Xuanyuan was delighted when this was mentioned: "Yes, it truly is a miraculous elixir. I was even thinking of getting one for your mother."

Seeing the deep affection between his father and mother.

Xuanyuan Yuan thought of himself, not knowing if he would have the chance in his lifetime, he only wished to be by his side.

I dare not hope for anything else.

"Your subject also hopes that Father Emperor and Mother Empress will always be in good health."

"Haha, good. Now that you're by the side of the immortal, you might have the chance to say a few good words for Father Emperor."

Xuanyuan Yu nodded.

As for the tea leaves not being enough to go around, I took some home and drank them every day.

*

The weather was fine and sunny, a suitable day for offering sacrifices.

Every household began preparations, and many people who had traveled all the way to the capital also took action.

The imperial decree said that today's rain would be good for health, and everyone should prepare to get wet.

Tianchi Mountain was renamed by the emperor because it was named after a deity descending to earth.

The emperor, accompanied by the empress, relatives, and officials, went to the mountaintop early in the morning to worship the gods.

Princes, princesses, and concubines also went.

A worship ceremony was held.

The mountaintop was vast, and the immortals had even paved the way, so it was naturally open to the public for viewing.

The long queue stretched from the foot of the mountain to the top.

Everyone went up with smiles and high expectations.

There are still many stalls and businesses along the roadside at the foot of the mountain.

Some people from out of town who had nowhere to stay would simply set up camp at the foot of the mountain the night before.

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