Delbon blinked, and the thick dark circles under his eyes almost became one with this blink.
The member of the 'Clock Tower' stationed in the 'Ground Investigation Bureau' subconsciously wanted to refute.
However, he thought about it seriously.
I think what Jason said makes sense.
You know, use more serious language to attract people, and then an unexpected turn will happen.
This will definitely impress.
It will also make people think that the person who posted this message is interesting.
Delbon knows how important an interesting beginning is to strangers.
What's more, it can also show an interesting soul!
Maybe I should give it a try?
After Delbon thought solemnly for two seconds, he took out his notepad. He carefully recorded Jason's previous words - As a formal member of the 'Clock Tower', Delbon has cultivated Jason since he was a child.
Develop good recording habits.
Jason looked at Delbon who was recording and did not interrupt him.
Not just because what he just said was sincere and not meant as a joke.
And because Tonio walked out of the kitchen again.
Just like before, the metal trolley made a squeaking sound.
"Please use it!"
After placing the 'Soldier Pot' on the table, Tonio bowed with the etiquette of a chef and said.
However, this time, his gaze did not deflect.
He watched Jason pick up the pot with a smile on his face, watched Jason open his mouth, watched as the food in the 'Soldier Pot' was reduced to a degree visible to the naked eye, accompanied by intense swallowing and chewing sounds.
.
The chef's forehead was slightly sweaty.
It’s not like Tonio has never seen someone who can finish a serving of ‘Soldier Pot’ by himself.
In fact, he has seen quite a few such people.
Because of the special physique of the 'Mysterious Side People', they can eat much more than normal people. Especially in the 'Unyielding Bronze' camp, the more powerful the warriors and knights are, the more they can eat.
But even in those battle-style situations, high-level knights will slow down after eating the first portion of the 'Warrior Pot' and facing the second portion.
The capacity of the stomach is limited!
But Sir Jason in front of him, faced with the second portion of 'Warrior Pot', still devoured it at a voracious speed... completely surpassing the 'mysterious person' he knew!
Worthy of being the second ‘ship-killer’!
Tonio thought to himself, turned and walked towards the kitchen.
He didn't forget that what Jason just said was two pots.
The sounds of swallowing and chewing in his ears did not affect Delbon, who had just eaten. After recording Jason's words, he suddenly felt inspired and had some ideas of his own.
Without hesitation, Delbon began to summarize his thoughts and record them.
Undoubtedly this is quite time-consuming.
However, Sir Jason is eating, so it is not a waste.
With this thought, Delbon was immersed in his own world, unaware of the passage of time.
When the member of the 'Clock Tower' stationed in the 'Ground Investigation Bureau' came to his senses, he discovered that Sir Jason was still eating.
"Have you not finished eating yet?"
Delbon asked, smiling at Tonio.
He didn't feel anything strange.
After all, this is a hundred-pound ‘warrior pot’!
It's surprising enough to be able to eat the next portion, but to eat the second portion?
That is really beyond the imagination of ordinary people.
So 'chewing slowly' is normal in Delbon's opinion.
As for the third copy?
Delbon never thought that anyone could eat three servings of 'Warrior Pot', not even Lord Jason.
But soon, Delbon discovered that something was wrong.
Why does Lord Jason chew slowly and slowly?
There was also something wrong with Tonio's expression.
Slightly pale and sweating.
It seems to have consumed a lot of physical energy.
And what are the things that can make Tonio, a chef, consume a lot of energy?
Cook!
I can't think of anything else besides this Delbon.
But Delbon knew clearly that with Tonio's strength, even if one person could host a banquet of a hundred people, he would not feel any fatigue. Even if there were twice as many people, there would be no problem.
But now Tonio's face is full of exhaustion!
How much did Mr. Jason eat?!
Delbon, who reacted quickly, was holding the wallet in his pocket while asking Tonio with fearful eyes.
As a member of the 'Clock Tower' stationed in the 'Ground Investigation Bureau', Delbon has a generous salary.
Not only can he receive one from the 'Clock Tower' every week, but the 'Ground Investigation Bureau' will also not treat him badly.
But as a 'magician', he needs to purchase magic materials and a considerable number of books.
The former is expensive per unit.
the latter?
It's not expensive, but there are new ones every month.
Over time, it adds up to quite a bit of expense.
Especially some commemorative editions and extras cost more money.
Therefore, he didn't have much money left.
Moonlight is his label.
Just like being a single noble.
In other words, the two are born together.
no!
I can't go on like this any longer!
I still need a complete family to restrain myself!
Unconsciously, Delbon's thoughts were a little erratic, but his eyes did not leave his friend.
Under Delbon's gaze, Tonio raised his hand and gestured to the number 'two'.
"Two servings?"
"Is this the third serving?"
Delbon suddenly breathed a sigh of relief.
It’s only the third portion, not bad, not bad!
He can afford the price.
only……
Delbon looked at his friend in confusion. It was just three servings of 'warrior pot'. How could he be so exhausted?
Could it be?
Suddenly, Delbon thought of something.
He showed a manly smile to his friend.
He finally understood why his friend prepared fresh oysters.
"Tonio, unnecessary consumption is useless effort!"
"Do you need me to give you a master-level recommended book list?"
"For newbies, "The Hypnotist's Story" that I followed before is very good and suitable for getting started."
"It just so happens that I have collected volumes 1-60, as well as 2 special edition volumes and 1 commemorative edition volume!"
"If you want to see it, I can lend it to you."
Delbon stood up, put his arm around Tonio's shoulders, lowered his voice and spoke to himself, with a touch of inexplicable pride unconsciously appearing on his face.
In such a state, Delbon did not see his friend's face become ugly at all.
"I don't need it."
"I have decided to dedicate my life to cooking."
Tonyo said righteously.
"Isn't this too monotonous?"
"Life should be colorful, it must be colorful!"
"And books are officially the best choice!"
Delbon, who simply thought his friend was embarrassed, began to persuade his friend, as if to bring him back to the right path. Then, they slapped their foreheads and said: "By the way, by the way, I have another recommendation! It's better than ""
"The Story of the Hypnotist" and a classic entry-level choice: "The Legend of Brother Cheng"!"
"20 servings!"
Tonio interrupted Delbon.
"What?"
Delbon, who was thinking about what books to recommend to his friends, didn't come back to his senses at all.
"I said Mr. Jason ate 20 servings."
Tonio reiterated.
"impossible!"
"How could it be 20 copies?!"
Delbon blurted out almost subconsciously, and then Tonio nodded and corrected his words: "Well, the calculation was wrong, including the current one, it is 21 copies!"
"Each serving of 'Warrior Pot' is priced at 3,500 yuan, and the total of 21 servings is 73,500."
"Cash? Card?"
Tonio looked at Delbon seriously.
Delbon began to sweat, and a feeling of weakness spread throughout his body.
"How many?"
He asked with trembling lips.
"A total of 73,500 yuan."
"Your share is treated as a favor by me, so it's free of charge."
Tonio added.
73500!
The ‘clock tower’ subsidy is 6,000 per month.
The monthly salary of the ‘Ground Investigation Bureau’ is 6,250 (basic 3,750, meal allowance 2,000, transportation fee 500).
One meal cost me half a year's salary?
Equivalent to 20 sets of "The Hypnotist's Story"!
Or 10 complete versions of "The Legend of Cheng Ge"!
It is also equivalent to 3 sets of collector’s editions of the “Bright Bible”!
When this number appeared in Delbon's ears again, Delbon's brain couldn't help but calculate. The more he calculated, the more Delbon shivered, especially when he thought that the money he could have purchased so many books was just Jason's.
After the meal, Delbon's heart was bleeding.
He regrets so much!
Why bother promising Jason to treat Jason to dinner?
Almost subconsciously, Delbon looked at the two piles of banknotes and the check in the corner of the table.
I don’t know if I can…
"You said you would treat me to dinner."
"And these?"
"be mine."
Just when Delbon was about to speak, Jason put down the 'Warrior Pot' and put two piles of bills and checks into his pocket.
In response, Delbon grinned bitterly, but did not offer any rebuttal.
Just like Jason said, these are Jason's.
Because if it weren't for Jason, he would have returned the two piles of bills and checks to the two young men, and would have been deceived by them.
"You deserve it."
Delbon replied. Before Jason could speak, Delbon continued: "Sir Jason, please go ahead. Tonio and I have something to talk about. I will go back to John's place in the suburbs to find you later."
Jason, who originally planned to ask Delbon if he needed to borrow money, looked at Delbon's appearance and ultimately did not speak.
"Thanks for the hospitality."
Jason said solemnly to Tonio.
He was satisfied with the other party's cooking skills, especially the portion of the 'Warrior Pot', which made him even more happy.
“Welcome to come again next time.”
Tonio was also happy.
Although he was exhausted at this time, when he met diners like Jason, he felt that he was full of energy - by cooking for Jason, he found his own shortcomings.
physical strength!
His physical strength is so poor!
And this is what he has been looking for but ignored.
Now, he finally found it.
As long as he strengthens this point, Tonio is sure to take his cooking skills to the next level.
Therefore, Tonio sent Jason outside the restaurant, watched Jason leave, and then turned back.
At this time, Delbon stood there with a serious face.
After Jason left, he was finally able to face the biggest dilemma in his life calmly.
"Tonio, are we friends?"
Delbon asked.
"yes."
"Still one of the few good friends."
"But my brothers will settle the score."
Tonio answered equally seriously.
"Can I pay on credit?"
Delbon asked seriously again.
"It's a small business and we don't accept credit."
Tonio replied without changing his expression.
"Do you accept the mortgage?"
"I used my most expensive set of "Investigators" as collateral, don't worry I will..."
"Go wash the dishes."
Delbon's words were interrupted, Tonio looked at his friend and said lightly.
Then, he ignored his friend and walked straight towards the kitchen.
call!
Delbon took a deep breath and immediately followed his friend into the kitchen.
Just wash the dishes!
At least, he doesn't have to be separated from his "Investigator".
Of course, some questions still need to be asked.
"How long do I need to wash?"
"Two years, maybe."
"What?"
"Aren't we friends?"
"It is precisely because we are friends that I allow you to repay the meal in this way, and I have already paid you an hourly wage higher than the market price. If you are not satisfied, you can borrow it from Mr. Jason...
"
"No, I'm going to wash the dishes."
Tonio looked at his friend in surprise, as if he didn't understand why he was unwilling to lend money.
"Men are romantic creatures. They would rather grit their teeth and hold on than ask for help. I am a real man and I choose my romance."
With words like an oath, Delbon walked into the kitchen with high spirits, like a soldier rushing to the battlefield.
Tonio looked behind him, smiled, and shook his head slightly.
Why did he become friends with Delbon?
Because he understood the 'romance' that Delbon said.
Or rather...
Just persist.
"I also have to hone my cooking skills."
Tonio muttered to himself.
Everyone has their own understanding of persistence.
Delbon is like this.
That's what Tonio is.
Jason?
No exception.
After having a delicious meal at Tonio's Restaurant, he started looking for other food on the 'Street of Memories'.
Naturally, there is more than just Tonio’s restaurant in the entire ‘Street of Memories’.
At least Jason saw two of them on the way here.
One of the two is similar to a bistro, and the other is a barbecue restaurant.
Jason visited the barbecue restaurant first.
The ingredients and ingredients are very good and very fresh, but for Jason who has just tasted Tonio's craftsmanship, the craftsmanship here is a bit average.
After eating a bunch of bills, Jason turned around and walked out of the barbecue restaurant and came to the door of the tavern.
Even with the door closed, he could smell the strong smell of wine and the aroma of food mixed with it.
Taverns usually have dishes to go with drinks.
When it comes to wine, Jason keeps his cool.
And appetizers?
Jason liked it very much.
But just when Jason raised his hand on the door and was about to push it open, the noise from behind the tavern door suddenly disappeared.
Quiet!
The sudden silence was in sharp contrast to the bustling atmosphere of the Street of Memories.
A strange atmosphere began to fill the air.
The corners of Jason's mouth curled up, and he exerted slight pressure on his palms.
