Chapter 108

Central Floral Five.

It meant the five flowers of the Central Plain.

In other words, it also implied that no further explanation was needed.

Then a sudden thought crossed my mind.

“Oh, wait. This isn’t about the Sichuan Five Beauties, right?”

“What do you mean by that?”

“Earlier, you said the Heavenly Demon Cooking Contest was the Sichuan Cooking Contest, didn’t you?”

“That’s true for cooking, but the beauties of Sichuan don’t quite fit. The Central Floral Five is correct.”

“Oh.”

Then, the man among men, Qing, simply had to be included.

It was true that walking around with a guy from the Pang Family would at least be pleasant for the eyes.

“But if we’re talking about Heavenly Flowers, why call her Poison Flower? Is it because she’s so toxic?”

“No, it’s because her personality is nasty.”

“Ah.”

Given that she could brazenly cancel other people’s reservations, her temperament was surely no ordinary nastiness.

If she wanted something delicious, she could just bring a couple of friends and shove other guests aside and eat whatever she wanted.

They say it’s the richest family in Sichuan, but a dining tour with a group that large?

Now that I think about it, it’s infuriating.

Qing yelled in front of the crowd of guests.

“Seriously, where does such outrageous behavior exist in this world? There’s the National Law in the country and Martial Law in the Martial World, so there’s obviously a code of conduct in the marketplace!”

“What the young lady said is correct!”

“Yeah, principles are principles!”

The guests shouted in agreement.

Qing shouted again.

“Is there food without people? Restaurants make money by serving guests, so those who come are clearly our most important guests! Those arrogant little kids who shamelessly break reservations should just go bankrupt!”

“That’s right! They should totally go bankrupt!”

“Treating guests like dogs is a joke!”

“Everyone! This isn’t just about enjoying a meal or not! If they keep making money with this bullshit, all restaurants will start treating guests like dogs! We need to make sure these lousy restaurants go belly up to show that justice still exists in the Central Plain!”

“Ohhhh! That’s right! You’re completely right!”

While claiming the rights of guests, Qing passionately delivered his speech.

Before this, the group was just venting their frustrations together, wasting time in anger.

However, with Qing’s stirring address, the crowd was suddenly inspired, embracing the great idea of guest supremacy and being transformed into fighters for their rights.

So, a young fighter asked.

“But lady, that arrogant shop already has half a month’s worth of reservations; will our protests even make a dent?”

To which the lady replied.

“That’s why we must treat those who think they can casually treat me like a pig while making excuses for good food as fools.”

“They’re just lowly swindlers who sell their pride for mere food, violating the justice of the world, and their hearts are ultimately wicked.”

“So, if we despise and humiliate anyone claiming to have eaten the food from the Dragon’s kitchen, they’ll finally realize their shame and stop coming!”

It was only then that the fighters smacked their knees in realization, deep in their hearts, making a mental note of it.

Qing’s mischievous words were a new shock to the simple folks of the Central Plain.

It might even one day be remembered as the origin of senseless arrogance.

If that happens, people might even start to consider Confucius, Mencius, Zhuangzi, and Han Feizi to be equivalent to consumers.

Anyway, as Qing watched the fighters ignite with their new mission, he felt content.

“I didn’t know my friend had such a knack for deceit and incitement.”

“Oh, come on. Deceit and incitement?”

Qing continued.

“That’s actually true. Anyway, if they end up going under, even if it’s not that, at least their sales will drop, and that will cheer me up!”

“Now that I think about it, my friend must be harboring some wicked thoughts.”

“When Confucius said…”

“Oh come on. My friend, your speech is getting more and more lofty. Are you planning on coming back?”

“Oh. I didn’t even realize. Right. I’ll keep it in mind.”

Meanwhile, the group of guests banded together, deciding to boo the mysterious big guest who caused today’s incident.

In the distance, a huge carriage appeared.

The luxurious black wall had big golden letters plastered on it.

Tang.

The momentum of the guests to boo suddenly waned, and they began to act casually, dodging and pretending to ignore it.

As a result, the fervent discussion on guests’ rights was abruptly silenced.

“What’s up with these folks? They were so fired up just a moment ago.”

“Who in Sichuan would dare insult the Tang Family?”

Qing’s voice grew harsh.

“What a majesty we have. Anyone would think a king is passing through.”

“…That’s true.”

Jayu nodded in agreement, appearing somewhat gloomy.

The carriage was enormous from afar, but as it got closer, it looked even bigger.

With eight white horses pulling it, its magnificence was undeniable.

“That carriage looks incredible.”

“Of course! It’s the top-end limited edition carriage from the Thousand Trading Association. They won’t even take orders from anyone without considerable status. That’s one of only three such carriages in the Central Plain, made without nails from ebony meticulously crafted by a master…”

Suddenly, Jayu started spilling out facts like a waterfall.

Oh, so he’s a carriage enthusiast.

Anyway, it was clear that carriage was impressive, and Qing casually half-listened, aware that when people get all excited about something, they lose their ability to keep cool.

Amidst the chatter, Choi Riyong casually whispered.

“Ahem. By the way. Do you really want that carriage?”

“Huh? Grandpa, I don’t have any money?”

“I may not have money, but it’s not impossible to find a way to get a carriage.”

“Nah, I’m good. Who needs to be dragging around eight horses? How would I even manage that? Just borrow it whenever I need it.”

“Well, that’s true but…”

Choi Riyong looked a bit disappointed.

The Thousand Trading Association was just a front for the Heavenly Demon Sect.

The transportation carriage Qing had ridden on before was proof of their superior technology.

Qing was completely uninterested in the carriage.

He was more curious about something else.

“So, you’re saying one of the five most beautiful in the martial world is in there?”

“Well, it certainly appears that way.”

Qing’s anticipation grew with that statement.

Even though Jayu seemed wary of the Sichuan Tang Family, he was still acknowledging her beauty.

Finally, the carriage rolled to a stop, and one of the coachmen jumped down with impressive agility.

What? They’ve got a top-tier master as a coachman?

Qing scoffed.

Why would a peak master be reduced to being a coachman without any pride?

Are they tipping him with gold coins or something?

Just then, the coachman politely opened the door.

And at last, the Central Floral Five, also known as the Most Beautiful of Sichuan, the infamous Heavenly Flower appeared.

The foot of the most beautiful in Sichuan touched the earth first.

The long skirt, split to the side, was a typical outfit favored by women of the martial world.

It was the only option given how uncomfortable it is to move in a non-split skirt.

One leg stretched out first, revealing the mighty leg of the Sichuan beauty.

Wait, mighty?

It was a seriously mighty leg!

The thighs were thicker than Qing’s waist, and her muscles flexed in every possible dimension, showing off their definition and boundaries.

Just like the carriage, the woman who emerged was exceptionally enormous.

She stood at about eight feet tall with a presence that was greater than her height.

The arms that were not exposed by her sleeves appeared to have some serious thickness judging by those lines.

She had a striking face topped with a magnificent hairdo.

She was certainly a beauty, but…

Where have I seen her before?

Why does she look so familiar?

There’s no way I’d forget such a gigantic lady if I’d actually seen her!

Anyway, while I could think she was pretty enough to move on, she didn’t have the type of beauty that would make me turn back for a second glance.

But still, because of her sheer size, anyone would end up rubbing their eyes and looking over again.

Oh.

Qing realized his misunderstanding.

“So the Central Floral Five is a strong fighter?”

“Huh? What are you saying now?”

“Right. Warriors always conquer through battles.”

Qing looked at the giant fist of the Sichuan beauty.

It looked like she could knock a bear out in one punch.

Since it was the Central Floral Five, it was obvious this lady fighter achieved her status through dueling.

Then, Jayu remarked with a tone of disdain.

“It’s obvious that’s Pang Choryeo, the renowned female warrior. I heard she recently appeared at the underground wrestling match, but I never expected it to be true.”

“Huh… the renowned female warrior was a real person?”

Qing felt a bit uneasy, unintentionally impersonating someone’s alias.

Impersonation among martial world individuals is nothing short of a serious crime.

“I’m also seeing her for the first time, but she certainly isn’t undeserving of her alias.”

Then, he mumbled with a look of concern.

“By the way, it’s quite troublesome that the daughter of the Pang Family is coming out of the Tang Family carriage. If there’s a marriage proposal, it could be quite awkward…”

Qing only caught parts of that message.

“Oh, wait? Pang Family? Is that the same Pang Family?”

“Indeed. The very one.”

“The way you speak…”

“That’s right. It’s the Hebei Pang Family. She’s the daughter of the Pang Family.”

Pang Choryeo, the renowned female warrior.

Her name, Choryeo, translates to ‘beautiful as a bird’, was given because she was an exceptionally small and adorable girl when she was born after eight months, resembling a sparrow.

However, no one could ever have imagined she would grow this enormous later.

“Ah! No wonder. She looks just like Dae-san.”

The lady counterpart of the Most Handsome in the World, Pang Dae-san.

Perhaps that’s why she’s beautiful but also known among the more handsome variety of beauties.

Qing let out a sigh of relief.

He unintentionally impersonated someone, but at least she was a friend’s sister, so it wasn’t such a bad situation.

If he confessed and explained the situation, maybe he’d get a free pass.

At that moment, a woman stepped out from behind the gigantic carriage, appearing late to the scene.

She had gotten out from the opposite side.

She leaned in affectionately, wrapping an arm around Pang Choryeo’s arm, speaking in a sweet voice.

“Sister, don’t underestimate the deliciousness of a simple spicy hot pot, okay? I’m sure you’ll come back with your family to try it again.”

“Not the whole family, just that one important guy.”

“Hehe… But, I promise, when you try it, you’ll be pleasantly surprised?”

Qing was taken aback.

Whoa! She’s gorgeous! Crazy! Is that even a person!?

Is this what they call the grace of the Central Floral Five?

Yes, I admit it. The Central Floral Five, I will acknowledge it.

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