Chapter 118: Invitation to Juxianzhuang, the Evil Thief Qiao Feng
Although she was angry, Tong Xiangyu did not forget to look up. Although most of the guests in the inn had left, fortunately there were still some people who had not moved.

Some regular customers of Tongfu Inn who had good relations with the inn, as well as some warriors who were not too picky about food, were still sitting in the lobby of Tongfu Inn.

Tong Xiangyu couldn't help but feel touched and calmed down a little.

I thought: "Fortunately, there are still some friends who support my inn. The basic base is here, so it's not completely out of business. Besides, the Yihonglou has just opened. People are going there for the novelty, but they may not be able to compete with my inn. Maybe after a few days, when the novelty wears off, the customers will come back again."

Tong Xiangyu thought so and gradually regained her confidence.

He stood up with a smile on his face, looked at the guests who had not left and said cordially, "Zhan Tang, quickly give everyone an extra plate of peanuts. Don't neglect them."

Just as he finished speaking, Xiaomi's voice came from the store door behind him.

"How stingy! They only gave me a plate of peanuts, but I won't come."

Xiaomi was seen leaning against the door of the inn, gnawing on the duck neck he had just picked up and speaking with disdain.

As soon as he stepped into the inn, Tong Xiangyu pointed at him and warned, "Foot!"

Xiaomi was so scared that she quickly retracted her foot and pouted.

"Manager Tong, I came here to show my support because of our old friendship and because I was afraid that you might be too quiet. And you treat me like this?"

Tong Xiangyu was too lazy to pay attention to him and winked at Xiao Guo who was still sweeping the floor.

Guo Furong immediately threw the broom away: "Overwhelming..."

Xiaomi hurriedly took a few steps back.

"No, no, I won't come even if you beg me. I wanted to come here to have some tea, but now I'm going to Yihonglou."

Xiaomi had just finished speaking when shouting was heard again from the door of Yihonglou across the street, as if they were deliberately making things difficult for Tong Xiangyu.

"Yihong Restaurant is having a grand opening promotion. Every distinguished guest will receive a pot of Fenjiu and eight ounces of crab roe!"

The sound echoed clearly in the lobby of Tongfu Inn.

As a result, even the few remaining guests in Tongfu Inn could no longer sit still.

Everyone looked at the small plate of peanuts in front of them, which was sent by Tongfu Inn, and then listened to the conditions of Yihonglou across the street, and immediately made a decision.

"Hulala..."

The few remaining guests stood up and rushed to Yihonglou without saying a word.

"Let's go eat over there!" Xiaomi didn't forget to cheer on the side.

"Hey..."

Tong Xiangyu still failed to stop them, and the guests in the inn soon ran away.

Tong Xiangyu was completely devastated and sat down next to the long elm table.

"What is this all about?"

Looking at the table nearby which was full of leftovers, Tong Xiangyu called out to Xiaomi: "Xiaomi, why don't you come in?"

"No time!"

Xiaomi was gnawing on the roast chicken she had just ordered from Yihonglou, her mouth full of oil and relish.

"It's just Fenjiu and crab roe, but it's like no one can afford it."

Tong Xiangyu looked at the Yihong Building opposite with sourness, but the more she looked, the more uncomfortable she felt.

Guo Furong actually liked the hustle and bustle. Since there were no customers anyway, she stood on tiptoe at the door and looked diagonally across.

"Hey, boss, their store is so big. It looks more spacious than ours. Wow, the decoration is also nice. Hey, boss, they even have maids..."

Guo Furong's excited tone made Tong Xiangyu even more upset.

"Hmph, what is Yihonglou? This name doesn't sound serious at all. It would be strange if the business could last long. Dip it in sugar, go and see if you can attract customers."

"Row!"

Bai Zhantang originally wanted to slack off, but when he saw Tong Xiangyu's gloomy eyes, he ran out obediently.

As a result, as soon as he went out, he ran into Li Ming.

"Hey, Master Li, it's been a while since we last met. Let's..."

Before Bai Zhantang could finish his words, Tong Xiangyu had already rushed in front of him with a smile on her face.

"Hey, Master Li, here you are. Come in, come in. Our inn has specially prepared the dishes you like to eat."

Tong Xiangyu deliberately raised her voice very loudly, as if she was afraid that people in Yihonglou across the street couldn't hear her. There was something in her voice that showed off, and she was basically shouting. Without saying anything, she dragged Li Ming into the inn.

"I……"

Li Ming was unable to say something for a moment.

He had heard about the opening of Yihonglou and wanted to go and see it. After all, everyone wants to try new things. Unexpectedly, he was stopped by Tong Xiangyu halfway.

Seeing Tong Xiangyu so enthusiastic, it was difficult to say the rest of the words.

However, a person's name is like a tree's shadow. As soon as Tong Xiangyu shouted Li Ming's name, it immediately attracted a lot of attention.

"Hulala..."

Many people rushed out of Yihong Building again and entered Tongfu Inn.

Many foreign warriors lingered nearby just to see the legendary Master Li.

It was fine before. Li Ming would come to Tongfu Inn to eat on time every day. But recently Li Ming has become too famous and he has come to Tongfu Inn less often, which has indirectly affected some business.

Now, when they heard that Master Li had appeared again, many people came back. They observed secretly and wondered if there was any chance for Master Li to leave an impression on them.

Seeing that this was working, Tong Xiangyu's smile widened and she pulled Li Ming to stop leaving.

As soon as she sat down, Tong Xiangyu enthusiastically instructed Li Dazui in the kitchen to make more sumptuous dishes.

Li Ming was a little amused and helpless. He seemed unable to eat so much.

But seeing Tong Xiangyu was so enthusiastic, it was hard to refuse, so he could only give up the idea of ​​going to Yihonglou to try something new.

Not long after they sat down, a few dishes were served and two figures walked out of the door of Yihong Tower and headed straight for Tongfu Inn.

"Shh!"

As soon as the two appeared at Tongfu Inn, they immediately attracted a lot of attention.

Because these are two women, especially the one walking in front, her appearance and figure are eye-catching, she is a real beauty.

"This one, is he the famous Master Li? Oh, I really admire you. Today I saw Master Li in person, and he is even more handsome than the legend says."

As she spoke, she walked up to Li Ming without any hesitation, her eyes burning as she looked at him like a fangirl.

"Sai, Master Li is our guest. We didn't invite you to our inn. Please leave."

Tong Xiangyu immediately stood beside Li Ming as if protecting food, and looked at him warily.

Because this woman was her biggest rival, Sai Diaochan, the owner of Yihonglou.

She was accompanied by her maid Xiao Cui.

When the Yihong Building was completed and inspected a few days ago, Sai Diaochan came several times, so Tong Xiangyu already knew her.

But she didn't expect that Sai Diaochan would dare to go directly to her inn to poach people.

Sai Diaochan curled her lips.

"Humph, I am the owner of Yihonglou, and I can also be a guest of Tongfu Inn. Your inn is open for business. I come here to eat today and chat with Master Li. Is that not okay?" Xiao Cui said from behind: "Is it not okay? Is it not okay?"

The two of them sang the same tune, which made Tong Xiangyu want to get angry, but she didn't want to chase them out in front of so many people.

Sai Diaochan ordered a few dishes as if she was an old acquaintance, then sat down next to Li Ming with a smile on her face, looking at him with seductive eyes.

"Master Li, we will do business in this town from now on. I have heard that you are not only the patron saint of the town, but also very kind to the people in the town. I have admired you for a long time. Let me toast to you."

As she spoke, Sai Diaochan poured herself a glass of wine and moved closer to Li Ming.

Not to mention Tong Xiangyu, even Guo Furong couldn't bear it anymore.

As a fan girl, Guo Furong hurried forward to separate her.

"Hey, Shopkeeper Sai, can you please be a little more reserved in our store?"

Sai Diaochan stopped Xiao Cui who was about to argue and continued to chuckle.

"I'm talking to Master Li. Master Li, our Yihonglou has just opened. Please take care of us in the future. From today on, all meals for Master Li who go to Yihonglou will be free. Disciples of Qianming Martial Arts School will get a 50% discount."

"In addition, I would like to ask Master Li to carefully review the craftsmanship and services of our restaurant chef. I will definitely go there if I have the chance in the future."

Sai Diaochan's enthusiasm is a little overwhelming.

Li Ming couldn't remain silent any longer, so he could only respond with a few words symbolically.

As they were talking, the dishes ordered by Sai Diaochan were served.

She took a bite with a smile on her face, and her expression suddenly froze.

After chewing a few times, the teeth rubbed against the unmelted salt grains, making a slight sound.

“So salty…”

Sai Diaochan was a little overwhelmed and didn't want to eat any more. She wanted to spit it out to get angry, but she was worried about affecting her image in Li Ming's mind, so she stood up quickly.

"Well, Master Li, remember what I told you. Go to our Yihonglou, there is a surprise waiting for you."

After saying that, Sai Diaochan took Xiao Cui away.

Tong Xiangyu, who had always been worried that she would poach Li Ming, finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Just now she was worried that Sai Diaochan would continue to cling to her. What if Li Ming was attracted by her beauty?

Unexpectedly, it was Li Dazui who performed the merit in the end, as he scared Sai Diaochan away with a bite of food.

Sai Diaochan walked outside and looked back at Tongfu Inn with an unwilling expression on her face.

"What kind of cook is this at Tongfu Inn? The dishes he makes are too salty." Sai Diaochan complained.

"Boss, are we just going to let it go like this?" Xiao Cui asked from the side.

"It's okay. Don't worry. Go back and prepare according to my instructions. All the disciples of Qianming Martial Arts School who come to our restaurant will be treated with courtesy. If Master Li comes, I will accompany him personally. I don't believe that I can't pry him over to our restaurant."

Xiao Cui nodded excitedly beside her.

"Yes, as long as we can pry Master Li here, their inn will definitely have no business, and then..."

"When the time comes, let them close down. I have figured out the exact location of this inn. I plan to open a branch of ours in the future. I have even thought of a name for it. It will be called Kuailvge."

"The shopkeeper is wise." Xiao Cui flattered him.

Sai Diaochan raised her chin proudly, and then took Xiao Cui back, and as they walked, she did not forget to explain: "By the way, didn't I ask you to buy a batch of maids some time ago? Hurry up."

"Don't worry, shopkeeper..."

In Tongfu Inn, many people looked disappointed after seeing Diao Chan leave.

After all, it was quite pleasing to everyone that the town suddenly had such a young and beautiful restaurant owner.

Many people even wanted to get closer to this shopkeeper Sai.

Even Li Ming felt that Sai Diaochan was worthy of being the beauty in "Wulin Wai Zhuan". She was very good in both appearance and figure, but she was a little too enthusiastic, which made Li Ming a little uncomfortable.

Looking at Tong Xiangyu again, she was about to come up to feed him herself, as if she was afraid that he would run away.

"Shopkeeper Tong, there's no need to revolve around me. I won't leave." Li Ming said, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.

But just as he finished speaking, another figure appeared at the door of the inn.

The other person was dressed as a martial artist in tight clothes, and his clothes quickly attracted people's attention.

"Excuse me, is Master Li Ming here?"

The man asked.

Li Ming turned around and saw the clothes he was wearing and recognized him.

"Juxian Manor?"

Judging from the man’s attire, he is definitely from Juxian Manor.

When Li Ming just became famous, the two heroes of the You family from Juxianzhuang had already sent people to visit him and established some relationships with him.

So Li Ming had seen the clothes of Juxianzhuang at that time.

After all, Juxianzhuang is not far from Qixia Town, so Li Ming is not opposed to establishing a good relationship with the other party.

For a period of time afterwards, Li Ming's Qianming Martial Arts School and Juxian Manor often had contacts, but the relationship was not deep. It was just a friendship of keeping in touch and accepting occasional gifts from each other.

How did Juxianzhuang suddenly find me?
While he was thinking, the other party's eyes had already swept over Li Ming. He quickly revealed an attentive and flattering look and ran over in small steps.

"Hey, Master Li, I just went to the martial arts hall and heard that you were not there, so I rushed over. I am a guest of Juxian Manor. I am here to present an invitation to you, Master Li, on the order of our master."

As he said this, he respectfully handed the invitation in his hand to Li Ming.

invitation?

Li Ming felt strange, but he seemed to have guessed something.

But then again, there are really few people who send him invitations, because since Li Ming came to this world, he has basically never left Qixia Town and has been busy running a martial arts school.

As time went by, rumors spread in the martial arts world that he would not leave Qixia Town easily, so he was nicknamed the Guardian God of Qixia Town.

Li Ming took the invitation and took a look at it.

The three big characters "Heroic Letter" came into view. Then he opened it and read the contents. A strange expression flashed across Li Ming's face.

The farmhand from Juxian Manor was still explaining.

"Master Li, the villain Qiao Feng has been extremely arrogant recently. After his Khitan identity was exposed, he has gone crazy and has killed his mentor, Shaolin Master Xuanku, his adoptive parents, the Qiao couple, as well as martial arts masters such as Mr. and Mrs. Tan, Zhao Qiansun, etc., which has angered the heavens and the people. Therefore, we in Juxian Manor will hold a hero conference to gather heroes from all over the world to discuss how to deal with this villain Qiao Feng."

"Our owner has specifically instructed us to do him a favor and hope that Master Li can show up."

After saying this, he looked at Li Ming with eager eyes.

"Qiao Feng!"

When they heard this name, everyone in the inn, including Bai Zhantang, changed their expressions.

Obviously, he was deeply impressed by the famous former leader of the Beggars' Sect.

And everyone has heard a lot of rumors that have been making the rounds in the world recently.

This Qiao Feng even killed his mentor and adoptive parents, and is about to become a public enemy in the martial arts world.

(End of this chapter)