Invincibility Begins with a Super Fairy Manny

Chapter 1688: Chapter 1684: Old Xie’s Restaurant (First Update)

This place seems like it has been left behind by time.

Despite the nearby shantytowns having been long demolished and replaced by tall, clean buildings.

But Old Xie’s Restaurant hasn’t changed at all, still those three rooms facing the street, even the sign hasn’t changed.

On the sign, the word ’restaurant’ has been blackened by smoke, leaving only ’Old Xie’ somewhat clear, standing out in the night.

Such a seemingly shabby restaurant stands quietly at the bustling city center, seeming so out of place.

Yet no one ever thinks to touch it.

Even passersby have grown accustomed to its presence.

Moreover, whenever it’s mealtime, the front of the restaurant would be filled with luxury cars from all over the country.

No matter how big the boss or how powerful, everyone would obediently get off their car before this humble restaurant, not daring to act brashly.

Because this restaurant is the home of none other than the renowned Xie Jingjing, Goddess Xie, revered by countless people both at home and abroad!

If that was all, it would be fine, the key is that the restaurant owner once stood up during a great calamity, fighting demons with a cleaver, and he still bears serious injuries.

There are even faint rumors that the one who single-handedly rescued the world, creating the prosperous era we enjoy today, Xue An, Sir Xue, is very close to the restaurant owner, even calling him uncle and auntie with respect.

With such a background, who dares not to show respect?

As a result, Old Xie’s Restaurant has become a legend in Beijiang City, alongside Number One Tian Villa as a must-see sight upon arriving in Beijiang.

No matter how booming the restaurant’s business or how dignified the diners, Old Xie’s Restaurant adheres to one principle, which is no price increase.

To this day, the prices at Old Xie’s Restaurant remain at the levels of five, even ten years ago.

Such affordable and delicious food naturally attracts many low-income workers.

Old Xie’s Restaurant welcomes everyone and shows no prejudice.

Whether you’re a billionaire or penniless, everyone is treated the same here, without any discrimination.

As a result, a peculiar scene unfolds in Old Xie’s Restaurant.

At a shared table, you might see the CEO of a listed company sitting next to a street-cleaning worker.

Interestingly, no one finds it inappropriate; they might even share a drink in high spirits, despite their vastly different backgrounds.

Such a magical scene can only be seen at Old Xie’s Restaurant.

Today is naturally no exception.

From the moment the sun set, Old Xie’s Restaurant started bustling with activity.

Diners gathered from all directions, yet rarely did anyone rush their orders.

Even so, Auntie Pang remained incredibly busy, rushing between the front and the kitchen.

"Old Xie, one plate of spicy tofu!"

"Old Xie, stir-fry some three treasures of the earth!"

"Chopped chili fish head!"

Upon hearing these orders, Old Xie standing before the stove would turn to greet Auntie Pang with a smile.

But because half of his face was mechanical, his smile looked quite strange.

Yet Auntie Pang would always tease, saying, "What are you looking at, get back to work!"

Old Xie, happily scolded, would return to his cooking with delight.

These silent warmth moments often unknowingly brought tears to Auntie Pang’s eyes.

Because she knew this was Old Xie’s way of showing love.

Though others might find his smile strange, this was the most human expression Old Xie could give her.

Back then, he faced the demons wielding a cleaver, losing half of his body in one blow, a certain death. Yet, Xue An miraculously revived him against heaven’s will.

But since then, half of his body was replaced with alchemical mechanics, he couldn’t speak, and his intellect regressed to that of a seven or eight-year-old child.

But Auntie Pang felt blessed because she didn’t care if Old Xie could talk or what he’d become.

As long as he’s alive and by her side, that’s the best thing!

As the moon set, diners gradually left, concluding the busiest part of the day.

Given the current prices and the quality of the food at Old Xie’s Restaurant, it’s impossible to make money.

Sometimes the busier it gets, the more you lose.

But Auntie Pang persisted nonetheless.

Because she firmly believed that one day, Old Xie would return to normal.

That’s why she defied all opinions back then to reopen this small restaurant.

Whether it earned money was irrelevant; what mattered was that Old Xie could continue being a chef, giving her peace of mind.

In this lull, Auntie Pang began cleaning the tables, while Old Xie silently assisted her.

Their coordination was so in sync, it was like they were one person.

At this moment, a crisp sound of copper bells suddenly came from outside the restaurant.

Hearing this, Auntie Pang didn’t even lift her head, knowing exactly who arrived, she chuckled, "Old man, you’re late today!"

"Cough cough! I happened to meet a man facing great calamity today, I couldn’t bear to see him suffer, so I offered him some guidance, that’s why I’m late!"

As the voice spoke, the restaurant door swung open from the outside.

A shabby old man in a ragged Taoist robe, with a scruffy beard and sparse hair tied in a small bun at the back with a disposable chopstick as a makeshift hairpin, casually walked in.

He held a pole with a dilapidated banner that had four large words embroidered on it.

Zhuge Divine Calculation!

But the once golden characters had faded from sun and rain exposure, looking very dull.

A string of copper bells dangled from the top of the pole, jingling with every step, from which the earlier bell sound originated.

Auntie Pang pursed her lips, "Pah! I know you well, you’re full of nonsense, haven’t said a truthful word all day! I bet you haven’t even eaten yet!"

The old Taoist gave an awkward smile, "In my haste, I haven’t had a meal!"

"I don’t get it, at your age, why are you still play-acting with this mystical nonsense! Now with Spiritual Energy revival, there’re practitioners everywhere, and you’re an old man going around telling fortunes, aren’t you asking for trouble?"

Auntie Pang muttered in exasperation, then said irritably, "Alright, just sit down, today we happen to have some leftover ingredients, let Old Xie cook something for you!"