Gorgeous Female Tenants

Chapter 347: Different Paths Lead to the Same Destination

Xu Xiangbei took Chu Xiaoran to tour the kitchen, boasting proudly about the delicious dishes available at the Emperor’s Pavilion, which offered more than just beef and seafood balls, featuring exquisitely prepared, uniquely tasty dishes.

A sweet voice rang out: "Fourth brother, congratulations on your prosperous business."

Ouyang Yude and Dongfang Yelan, the couple, also came to the Emperor’s Pavilion: "Fourth brother, Jiahui said she had to work overtime and couldn’t come to celebrate the opening of your hotel, so we came on her behalf to support you."

Xu Xiangbei chuckled, "Thank you, big brother and sister-in-law. When did you return from Italy, sister-in-law?"

Dongfang Yelan, with a meticulously groomed appearance, still had a touch of charm despite her age, but when she smiled, crow’s feet appeared at the corners of her eyes, "You’re really blessed, I just got off the plane yesterday, and when I heard about your opening, I rushed over today."

Boss Zhou, who had been acquainted with Ouyang Yude for a long time, quickly greeted them with a smile, "Mr. Ouyang, long time no see."

Ouyang Yude smiled, "Old Zhou, how’s the partnership with my fourth brother? He’s quite an amazing young man, and if you have any ideas, feel free to share them with him."

Boss Zhou sighed lightly, "Mr. Ouyang, how can you say that? Dr. Xu is my benefactor. If it weren’t for him, the Emperor’s Pavilion would have shut down long ago. With his help, the place has become so successful."

"Old Zhou, hearing you say that eases my mind. I wish both of you prosperity in your Emperor’s Pavilion and a successful grand opening."

Dongfang Yelan noticed the teacher standing beside Xu Xiangbei, "Who is this beauty here?"

Xu Xiangbei introduced them, "This is our neighbor, also a Teacher at Jiangcheng University, Teacher Chu, and this is my sister-in-law, also Ouyang Jiahui’s mom."

Having just met Ouyang Jiahui yesterday, Chu Xiaoran looked at Dongfang Yelan, slightly surprised and impressed by her unique charisma, "Then I’ll call you sister-in-law like Dr. Xu. I couldn’t tell, Ouyang Jiahui is almost my age, yet you look so young and beautiful, unbelievable."

Dongfang Yelan laughed, "Ha, me young and pretty? I’m already an old lady, you mustn’t say that. Only you young beauties can claim such titles, I am unworthy."

Fitting of a beautiful college professor, Chu Xiaoran sweetly smiled, "Sister-in-law, you absolutely deserve the compliment. If Dr. Xu hadn’t mentioned, who would think you’re Ouyang Jiahui’s mom, they’d assume you’re her sister instead."

Dongfang Yelan laughed heartily at Chu Xiaoran’s words.

Witnessing the two getting along well, Xu Xiangbei smiled, "Teacher Chu, please take my sister-in-law to the private room to chat, it’s too noisy outside."

Chu Xiaoran smiled as she led the way, "Sister-in-law, let me lead you inside. We’ll go to the second-floor private room, right this way."

Xu Xiangbei handed a cigarette to Ouyang Yude and lit it for him.

Ouyang Yude took a gentle puff, his eyes full of admiration, "I watched the video of your fight with Kaze Lang. Didn’t expect you to handle the four Iron Gall so expertly, particularly after losing one, maintaining the offensive and seizing victory by surprise. If it were me, I wouldn’t have the ability to do that."

Xu Xiangbei smiled with a bit of pride, "I just got lucky, that’s all."

Ouyang Yude grew increasingly enthusiastic, "This isn’t just luck, it’s a realm. If I’m not mistaken, you’ve already reached a martial arts realm of unity between man and sword, merging with the Iron Gall. I saw the last two punches you threw; their trajectories weren’t Dragon Tiger Divine Fist but a fusion of Dragon Tiger Divine Fist and Double Flying Iron Gall, using Iron Gall techniques."

Xu Xiangbei was pleasantly surprised, suddenly realizing, "So you noticed. In those last two punches, I felt myself becoming one with the Iron Ball. At the time, I thought it was just an illusion, and later I realized it was the realm of Unity of Heaven and Man mentioned in the "Ancient Origins Sutra". I’ve always been vague about this realm, and now I’m starting to understand it."

"Good boy, you need to diligently cultivate the "Ancient Origins Sutra". Although it differs from our Ouyang Family’s ancestral martial arts, they all lead to the same destination; different objects have the same origin, and among all things, the way is the same. You must grasp it for yourself."

Boss Zhou came over, smiling, "Mr. Ouyang, it’s already noon, we’re about to start the feast, please take your seat in the private room."

Xu Xiangbei smiled, "Now that everyone’s here, let’s start the feast."

A familiar, melodious laugh suddenly sounded behind him, "Why didn’t you invite me to your hotel’s opening? Do you still want to be friends?"

Xu Xiangbei turned around in surprise, seeing the golden sunlight shine upon Gu Xiangyi, casting a halo over her Prada long coat. She walked over from the flower-filled sidewalk. Her high heels clicked crisply, and her long hair draped over her shoulders, swaying gently with her movement.

On this joyful day, Xu Xiangbei had initially felt a bit lonely because, without someone to share his happiness, it became as light as a feather, losing importance.

Though he’d met Chu Xiaoran, it lacked the intimacy he felt with Gu Xinyan and Liu Ningyan.

Seeing Gu Xiangyi walk out from the sunlight made Xu Xiangbei feel pleasantly surprised, and, unbeknownst to him, his eyes became a little moist.

Gu Xiangyi’s smile was so endearing, carrying a bashful allure, just like at their first encounter at Spring Villa.

She was like a lost little deer that suddenly broke into his bathroom and into his life, lingering in his mind ever since.

When he defeated Kaze Lang and wanted to share his happiness, the first person he thought of was Gu Xiangyi.

"This hotel reopening is just a formality, not really important. I thought you were busy and back in Jiangcheng, so I didn’t call you. What a coincidence, are you here on a business trip again?"

Gently linking her arm with Xu Xiangbei’s, Gu Xiangyi affectionately said, "I had to deliver some documents to Mr. Renault. Xinyan said you were at Emperor’s Pavilion, so I came to surprise you. Were you startled?"

"I really was surprised, come in and eat with us. Let me get you a seat."

Glancing at the bustling hotel lobby, Gu Xiangyi frowned slightly, "I don’t feel like eating here. Accompany me for a cup of coffee instead."

"There’s a café next door, let’s go there."

Sitting in an elegant booth at the café, Gu Xiangyi’s fair, slender fingers moved gracefully, slowly stirring the coffee with a spoon, releasing a rich coffee aroma.

"I heard you have a new villa?"

Speaking of the new villa, Xu Xiangbei became very excited, "Yes, would you like to check it out now?"

"I don’t have time now. I need to hand over the documents to Mr. Renault by two in the afternoon and then return to Jiangcheng."

Xu Xiangbei’s eyes revealed a sense of longing, "Can’t you stay a few days here with me?"