Chapter 58: Instant Karma part 1
Ning Yunyi had just finished uploading the taste data when his fans began a frantic clicking spree to snatch it up.
A pop-up window flickered before his eyes, but he paid it no mind; at this moment, nothing could stop the fans from fighting over the flavors.
Those who succeeded were jubilant, while those who failed beat their chests and stamped their feet in frustration. Only then did they shift their attention to the pop-up, momentarily stunned.
[ [Life Sector] Million-tier Streamer [Mu Following Zong’s Heart] requests a connection with Streamer [Sect’s First Blade] ]
[ Please choose: Accept / Reject ]
The foodies’ heads were filled with question marks. This scene felt hauntingly familiar. Not long ago, the other party had connected once, only to be exposed by the host for their fake display of affection.
Over the past two days, it had been impossible not to hear about Mu Jiayi’s family of three.
The entire Interstellar was locked in a frenzied discussion over the food products that could enhance mental power.
Not to mention, the family of three that livestreamed from that restaurant had quickly surged into the ranks of ten-million-tier streamers.
[ Reject! Host, don’t accept. The other side clearly comes with ill intent. ]
[ Exactly, exactly! I took a sneak peek before the stream; their fan count has surpassed the host’s and is still rising rapidly. They’re probably still holding a grudge from being slapped in the face by the host last time. ]
Ning Yunyi smiled upon seeing this comment. “It’s fine. I’m also quite curious—does food that can enhance mental power truly exist?”
[ It should be real. One of my elders was among the invitees. After tasting it, they tried a test; their mental power did increase a bit. Although not much, and not comparable to high-level energy crystals, these food items are said to be much cheaper, offering high cost-performance. When it officially opens, I’m afraid… ]
Ning Yunyi had already clicked “Accept.”
Instantly, the screen split in two. The other half of the room revealed Mu Jiayi and a blonde boy of a few years.
The little boy was looking up at the camera, his black eyes like dark grapes. His features were delicate and beautiful, making him very photogenic.
Both livestream rooms fell silent for a moment. Although the fans on this side disliked Mu Jiayi, they had to admit the little family head looked wonderful; one could imagine how popular he would be when he grew up.
[ This Mu… sure has good luck. This kid’s looks are so cute. ]
This was the thought of most foodies. They looked down on Mu Jiayi for deliberately looking for trouble, but the child was innocent.
Zong Ling did not appear on camera. He stood with a dark expression, watching Mu Jiayi and Little Lehman, who had chosen to connect.
Little Lehman didn’t know who was on the other side and chose to listen to Mu Jiayi.
Zong Ling had been opposed to the connection beforehand. He still remembered the scene that had damaged his reputation last time; it was unforgettable.
Since that moment, it felt as though he had been on a downward spiral. First, the position of family head was out of his reach, then his father’s identity as a family retainer was exposed. He was no longer a member of the Zong family.
If the mysterious “Sect’s First Blade” also knew these things, what if he were exposed and publicly judged again?
Unfortunately, Mu Jiayi had the ultimate reason: using the Crown Prince to pressure him.
Mu Jiayi’s excuse was that doing this would allow them to test the true identity of Sect’s First Blade for the Crown Prince.
Mu Jiayi’s exact words at the time were: “What are you afraid of? Our fan count exceeds his now. With Little Lehman, the family head, here, even if he truly knows some hidden news and publicly exposes that the Zong family removed you from the registry, you are still the adoptive father of the current head of the Lehman family of the fifth-largest planet. Moreover, if we really win and discover his true identity, the Crown Prince will definitely look upon us with high regard.”
Zong Ling was convinced, leading to the current scene.
When Mu Jiayi saw that the cartoon avatar on the other side showed no emotional change, he was disappointed.
He had exploded in popularity over the last two days and thought the other side would be afraid, yet the other person remained completely unaffected.
Mu Jiayi wore a gentle smile and took the initiative to greet him. “Mr. Zong, I apologize for the abrupt connection. I truly have something I wish to ask, and I hope Mr. Zong won’t take offense.”
In front of so many fans from both sides, Mu Jiayi felt the other person should at least maintain a better attitude.
To his surprise, Ning Yunyi barely lifted his eyelids. “Since you know it’s abrupt, then don’t connect.”
Mu Jiayi: “…” This person was truly as annoying as ever.
The smile on Mu Jiayi’s face almost faltered. Even Little Lehman beside him widened his eyes in surprise. Is he not afraid of being retaliated against? Is he not afraid that these words will provoke the dislike of the fans on Mu Jiayi’s side?
Ning Yunyi got straight to the point. “Mr. Mu, what exactly do you want to ask by connecting? If there’s nothing, I’m going to hang up. It doesn’t matter if I’m hungry, but my cub is young and cannot be starved.”
The shifter-kitten perched on his shoulder let out a timely whimper, flicking its tail and looking piteously at the camera.
The fans in the room were melted by the kitten’s cuteness, clutching their hearts as they typed.
[ Eat! Let the cub eat quickly! What if the precious baby gets hungry? ]
[ Waa, my heart! You on the opposite side, hurry up! If you have something to say, say it! What if my darling gets hungry? ]
Those watching on Mu Jiayi’s side initially felt the other side had a bad attitude, but hearing it was for fear of the child being hungry, they understood.
In the next moment, those who didn’t know Sect’s First Blade suddenly stared at his shoulder.
[ Huh?? Is that a cartoon virtual animal or real? It’s so small, looks like a shifter, right? ]
[ The person above clearly just arrived at Star Stream. It’s a shifter-kitten. Hehe, I’m a fan of both sides—enjoying delicious food flavors on one side while experiencing mental power enhancement on the other. Once I get stronger and find a better job to earn money, I’ll pay someone to help me camp out and snatch flavors from the other side. I’m such a clever devil. ]
[ ?? What delicious food flavors? Is it that good? How does it compare to the skewers in the Fourth Underground City? ]
Mu Jiayi’s face darkened as he saw these comments. He was here to thoroughly pull Sect’s First Blade off his pedestal, not to gain him fans.
He hurriedly spoke up: “I previously received an invitation to a restaurant to taste new food products; a pastry there can enhance mental power. However, the chef unfortunately cannot match Mr. Zong’s superb culinary skills. So, I wanted to ask if Mr. Zong is willing to cooperate with them. By then, we’ll have enhanced mental power and top-tier deliciousness—it’s a win-win.”
Mu Jiayi brought up the flavor of the food, which indeed struck a chord with the fans on both sides. To be able to taste real gourmet food… this, this…
Even though Mu Jiayi harbored ill intent, it couldn’t stop them from truly wanting a taste.
Ning Yunyi looked at Mu Jiayi through the camera. “Your so-called win-win is to have me be a chef for you? Why would I give up my peaceful pastoral life to go work for you?”
Mu Jiayi feigned disappointment. “Isn’t this to serve everyone? After all, Mr. Zong, you have so many fans; they want to taste the food you make too, don’t they?”
Before the fans on Mu Jiayi’s side could react, those on Ning Yunyi’s side couldn’t sit still.
[ You speak for yourself, don’t represent us. Everyone knows how shifters are treated. You want the host to go to Capital Planet at this juncture—what are your intentions? ]
[ Holy crap, the more I think about it, the scarier it gets! A villain wants to harm my kitten! ]
Mu Jiayi hadn’t expected the other side to react so quickly. At the same time, his heart chilled. How long had it been, and the shifter-kitten was already this well-loved?
If this continued, things truly might change.
Ning Yunyi was also somewhat surprised. He thought it would take some time, but he hadn’t expected so many people to protect the cub. Moved, he said, “I’ll upload another portion of flavor later. I’ve felt everyone’s kind intentions.”
[ Ahhh! Host is mighty! ]
[ Hehe, it’s not for the flavor, really not. If I curse the opposite side’s ancestors for eighteen generations, can I have a private portion? (Finger tapping) ]
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