At that moment, their faces were filled with confusion because they didn't know what the chubby man was trying to express...

Being stared at by everyone, the chubby man rubbed his nose awkwardly...

He quickly spoke up, full of apologies!

"Sorry... sorry, just now, I too wanted to say something you all would understand, but... but the smashed cucumber was so delicious that I swallowed my tongue. I was so thrilled that I just couldn't speak!"

Hearing such a detailed explanation, Hu Xiaobei and the others nodded. Soon after, Hu Xiaobei spoke, "Since... since you all think it tastes very good, then eat as much as you want. If it's not enough, there's a lot more in the kitchen later!"

As he said this, Hu Xiaobei's face was full of joy...

At that time, Hu Xiaobei finally got to experience the thrill of being a chef!

Really!

Watching these people drink up his soup until nothing was left gave him an indescribable sense of achievement.

"Maybe after I return, I could consider opening a restaurant. Then, I could see this kind of satisfied expression every day!"

This thought appeared, and Hu Xiaobei quickly shook his head.

He knew, the reason why this smashed cucumber tasted so good had nothing to do with him at all.

It was because the cucumber itself was exceptionally good...

Hearing Hu Xiaobei's carefree words, they nodded vigorously!

Soon, everyone ate everything up quickly...

Half an hour later, the fifth bowl of smashed cucumber was also finished by them...

After finishing, they sat on the ground, feeling completely satisfied.

They could swear they had never been so full in their lives.

Seeing everyone sitting down satisfied, Haruno Nanako breathed a sigh of relief.

Just now, Haruno Nanako was really tired.

She had indeed washed a lot of cucumbers...

She knew if she continued, she would really break down.

As Haruno Nanako relaxed,Tanaka Shoichi, who had previous grievances with Hu Xiaobei, listened expressionlessly to his subordinate's report.

"Oh, so many people are discussing Hu Xiaobei now? So, this Hu Xiaobei is now a star?"

"Yes! Over here, he really has a lot of popularity! Many people even spend a lot of money just to see him!"

"I see! Since he wants to have fun, then let's accompany him properly to have fun! By the way, do not disturb him again for now; after I meet those people from Huaxia, we'll find a good time to deal with him. Maybe then, we can use others to eliminate him."

"Master, I think 'using others to eliminate him' is a terrific strategy! That Hu Xiaobei is one of their own from Huaxia, so let them deal with him themselves. This way, no matter who loses, it won't harm us at all, and we can just sit back and watch the tigers fight."

Hearing his subordinate's words, Tanaka Shoichi sneered, disdainfully saying, "Watch the tigers fight? Are these trash worthy of being called tigers? They're at most dogs. As long as I throw them a bone, they'll wag their tails frantically at me. So, don't worry about this matter; sooner or later, they will all become dogs wagging their tails in front of me."

"You're right, master, they are indeed trash in front of you! If nothing else, then I'll take my leave now."

Having said that, he respectfully backed away!

"Hmm! Pay attention to the situation on the Huaxia side. They should appear very soon."

"Yes, master! I understand!"

After his subordinate spoke respectfully, he quickly turned and left the place.

As he left, Tanaka Shoichi squinted his eyes...

Soon, in high spirits, Tanaka Shoichi began to hum a tune.

In Tanaka Shoichi's view, now that Hu Xiaobei had voluntarily shown up, his chance was utterly gone.

Previously, Hu Xiaobei had kept himself hidden, which he thought would make dealing with him quite troublesome...

But now, Hu Xiaobei had popped up voluntarily.

So, things had become as simple as they could possibly get.

"Just think, sitting on top of a mountain watching you dogs bite each other, it's really quite interesting!"

Having said that, Tanaka Shoichi lit a cigarette and started smoking contentedly...

...

"Xiaobei bro, why don't you stay with us and be a professional chef? I really think you're suited for it!"

In the kitchen, Haruno Nanako excitedly extended an olive branch!

"Maybe not! I…"

Hu Xiaobei hadn't finished speaking when he heard footsteps approaching...

Curiously turning his head, Hu Xiaobei saw Haruno Rei, her cheeks slightly flushed, gazing at him with her lips bitten.

"Mom, you're here, what happened earlier? Why did you get up so late?"

As soon as Hu Xiaobei saw Haruno Rei, standing next to him, Haruno Nanako quickly spoke up…

She was genuinely curious because she knew logically that her mother should have woken up earlier than her.

Haruno Nanako's room was next to Haruno Rei's, so she should have been able to hear any noises coming from Haruno Rei's room previously.

But because Hu Xiaobei had given her a massage, she had slept very well last night!

Indeed, she had no idea why her mother had gotten up so late…

Hearing her daughter's extremely curious question, Haruno Rei glared at Hu Xiaobei...

Soon, she explained, "Here's the thing! I was really tired before, so I got up a bit late."

"I see! Then Mom, do you want to go and rest a bit more? You do look really tired, and even your walking seems a bit awkward!"

"Okay!"

Not wanting to dwell on this subject, Haruno Rei quickly nodded her head and changed the topic, "By the way, have you guys made breakfast yet?"

"Yes, they've already eaten! Xiaobei bro made it, and it was very popular!"

"Yes, your Xiaobei bro is indeed very popular!"

Saying this, Haruno Rei once again glared at Hu Xiaobei…

Feeling the murderous intent, Hu Xiaobei coughed and quickly said, "Auntie, you've come at a good time, I have something I want to discuss with you."

"What is it?"

Hearing Haruno Rei's puzzled inquiry, Hu Xiaobei glanced at her, "Auntie, no rush, let's find a place to sit down and have a slow talk!"

"Okay!"

Like that, the three of them walked toward the backyard...

Soon, the three of them arrived at a terrace in the backyard...

After sitting down, Haruno Rei looked at Hu Xiaobei and said, "Xiaobei, just tell us what it is!"

"Yes, Xiaobei bro, just tell us!"

"Alright!"

Nodding, Hu Xiaobei directly said, "Auntie, I wanted to ask about the ownership of these two barren mountains. Do they belong to you or to someone else?"

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