Chapter 109 - 103: That Spoonful Might Be Worth Hundreds of Millions
Chapter 109: Chapter 103: That Spoonful Might Be Worth Hundreds of Millions
He wanted to spend the night at the Shu Family residence, but Shu Chao Yu unceremoniously kicked him out and told the foodie never to come again.
Yuan Ju dragged the devastated Jiang Fei onto the Flying Machine.
As they were leaving, Shu Yao gave Yuan Ju something thick.
It was wrapped in cloth, its contents a mystery. And it was quite heavy.
Jiang Fei was a bit envious. "Yaoyao, all day you’ve been teaching him things and giving him gifts. Please, I’m begging you, give me something too!"
Shu Yao said coolly, "I haven’t thought of anything to give you for now."
"Alright..." Jiang Fei was extremely disappointed. ’Still, I guess I can look forward to it.’
After boarding the Flying Machine, Yuan Ju unwrapped the cloth.
It was books!
A richly illustrated copy of the *Cake and Bread Encyclopedia*!
And a hardcover set of *Chinese Tea Ceremony*!
As he flipped through the contents, Yuan Ju gasped again and again. Every pore on his body seemed to open in excitement. He could barely contain his ecstatic joy, his hands trembling uncontrollably!
The one who gave him these books probably had no idea what they meant to him.
All he knew was that if he mastered the contents of these books, the Yuan Family wouldn’t just take off in the Federation—they would soar throughout the entire interstellar space!!!
"Thank you."
Beyond those two words, he didn’t know what else he could possibly give Shu Yao.
The books Shu Yao had given away were all items from the bottom of her personal inventory. She had no use for them, but it felt like a waste to throw them out.
Giving them to Yuan Ju as a favor was the perfect solution.
* * *
That evening, Shu Chao Yu suddenly received a video call from his big brother.
"Big Bro, I wasn’t missing you. Why’d you call?"
Shu Guohua exploded in anger. "How did the Shu Family produce such a heartless thing like you!"
"Hehe, just kidding." Shu Chao Yu instantly became serious. "Everything’s fine at home, no need to worry."
Longing for his little grand-nephew was written all over Shu Guohua’s face.
Resisting the urge to ask about Xiao Juzi, he asked with a serious expression, "Xiao Yuan visited today. What did you all do?"
"Just ate, drank, and had some fun." ’Besides that, what else was there to do.’
Shu Guohua was skeptical. "A while ago, I had my eye on a painting that old rascal Yuan owned, but he refused to part with it no matter what. Then, half an hour ago, he suddenly had a robot deliver it to me. He said something about how that little rascal of his had a ’fruitful visit’ to our home. When I pressed for details, he clammed up."
So, he had no choice but to ask Shu Chao Yu for an explanation.
Shu Chao Yu thought for a moment. "It probably has to do with Yaoyao. Yuanyuan learned a lot about business from her today. He even gave Yaoyao a gold card from his family for complimentary services."
"Yaoyao!?" Shu Guohua was incredulous. "She knows about that kind of thing??"
"I’m not clear on the specifics, either." Shu Chao Yu’s gaze was profound and secretive. "But I have a feeling that the Yuan Family will be making a big move soon."
Shu Guohua said gravely, "Yuan told me he and his son bought tickets for the next ship to their family’s tea plantation in the Outer Star System. I have a feeling, too, that when they return, they’re going to cause quite a stir!"
When it came to the Yuan Family’s affairs, the Shu Family would offer help on the policy front, but they never interfered with their actual business operations.
If Shu Yao’s arrival changed this dynamic, then the relationship between the two families might also undergo a fundamental change.
Shu Guohua: "Xiao Yuan’s sister..."
"Stop right there!" The moment his big brother opened his mouth, Shu Chao Yu knew what crap he was about to spout. "I’m single and I’m happy! Besides, our family’s situation is different now! Any woman who wants to become my wife will have to get past Xiao Juzi first!"
’As expected, bringing up Xiao Juzi is the most effective way to handle Big Bro!’
Shu Guohua nodded in agreement. "You’re right. First and foremost, Xiao Juzi has to like her..."
"What’s the status of the Zone 9 immigration issue?" Shu Chao Yu asked, abruptly changing the subject.
A shadow immediately fell over Shu Guohua’s face. He said with some regret, "I was too headstrong before... but now, even though I want to withdraw, it’s too late. His Majesty is very supportive of the immigration... The whole thing is very complicated. I still need to discuss it further with His Majesty."
Shu Chao Yu was silent for a moment, then spoke in a low voice, "Big Bro, do you remember that mysterious squadron I told you about after the Battle of Ice City?"
Shu Guohua nodded. "You’re still looking into it?"
"I’ve hit a dead end," Shu Chao Yu said. "But I suspect that mysterious squadron is from Zone 9. Every last one of them is at Commander Level strength. I can’t imagine what would happen to the Federation if a group like that... were unleashed."
Shu Guohua’s expression darkened. ’Looks like I’ll have to find some time to have a good talk with my niece about Zone 9.’