The three quickly understood how much Wu Ling could eat. A piece of roasted meat weighing two or three pounds was devoured by her in just a few bites.
Watching Wu Ling eat with gusto, they felt even hungrier. The mouthwatering aroma of the roast meat also whetted their appetites.
And when they truly tasted the roast meat, they realized how delicious it was.
A gentle bite, and it was like an explosion of juices. The tender meat, the spicy flavor, provided them with an unprecedented gustatory feast.
They had all tasted various delicacies, even delicacies like dragon liver and phoenix marrow, but they discovered none could compare to the roast meat in front of them.
“What a pity, we have meat but no wine.” The man sighed, seemingly a little unsatisfied. If they could pair it with a fine wine, eating meat and drinking heartily, what a delightful experience it would be.
As they savored the roast meat, their relationships warmed up considerably. Through casual conversation, Shi Hao learned their identities. The middle-aged man was from the noble family of Chao Ge, named Wang Xin, and the woman was one of his concubines.
Shi Hao also understood that the reason why there were suddenly so many people in Huoyun Cave was because the Three Sovereigns were about to hold a grand sacrifice ceremony for the human race.
“Wang brother’s concubine is indeed stunningly beautiful.”
What made Shi Hao envious was that such a beautiful woman was merely one of his concubines. Shi Hao had initially thought she was his wife.
Compared to her, Shi Hao felt like he was back to being a dog. He was, after all, a transmigrator, yet he still hadn't found a wife.
Indeed, in the face of lineage, all effort was but a fleeting cloud.
“Haha, Shi Hao, you are one of us! My concubine’s beauty, I wouldn’t dare claim it as the best, but she’s definitely one of the most beautiful women in the Three Realms.” Wang Xin boasted proudly.
Cut it out, I think she’s the most lustful one. She’s so flirty, can your old brother handle it? Don’t end up wearing a green hat.
“Brother, I am no better, my fiancée is prettier than your concubine.” It’s true, the other party's concubine was very beautiful, but compared to my Lingwa Xianzi, it was like the difference between the moon and a firefly.
Although his relationship with Lingwa Xianzi had not progressed beyond the initial stage, Shi Hao was a normal man. How could he lose face in front of his friends?
“Don’t try to deceive me, my concubine is definitely no less beautiful than your wife. Of all the women in the Three Realms, I would place Nüwa Empress first, and you wouldn't disagree, right? And my concubine is only slightly less beautiful than Nüwa.” Wang Xin snorted.
“Wang brother, have you seen Nüwa Empress?” Shi Hao was secretly startled. Nüwa was a Saint, how could he have the honor of meeting her?
Could it be that Wang Xin in front of him was the illegitimate child of some great being?
“Shi Hao, you’re joking. I’m just an ordinary mortal, how could I ever see Nüwa Empress’s true form. I just happened to visit the Nüwa Empress Temple and, from the statue there, I vaguely sensed a hint of Nüwa Empress’s true appearance, so I was amazed. But even the beauty revealed in the statue was enough to make my heart melt, I wonder what Nüwa Empress’s true appearance would be like.” Wang Xin sighed wistfully.
“So it was just a statue of Nüwa. You nearly scared me, Wang brother. By the way, you didn’t say anything inappropriate in the Nüwa Empress Temple, did you? A Saint’s methods are beyond our imagination.” Shi Hao seemed to have remembered the fate of King Zhou in the Investiture of the Gods, so he gave a reminder.
“Ahem, how could that be? I was merely admiring the beauty of the Saint Nüwa Empress, how could I dare to offend her.” After hearing Shi Hao’s words, Wang Xin’s eyes darted around, looking embarrassed.
Then, the two discussed the beautiful women of the prehistoric Three Realms, all agreeing to place Nüwa Empress first, followed by Houtu, Chang’e, Daji, etc.
Seeing that Shi Hao also ranked Daji among the top, Wang Xin’s mood was surprisingly cheerful.
“Shi Hao, listen to me. For a wife, all that matters is her virtue. After a few years, then take a concubine, wouldn’t that be wonderful.” Wang Xin laughed, giving advice as a senior.
Shi Hao’s tastes and temperament were simply perfect, so Wang Xin and Shi Hao truly felt like they had met their soulmates at first sight. They had only just met, but they treated each other as close friends and confidants.
“My marriage to her isn't even set in stone yet, and you’re already thinking about taking a concubine? Old brother, my situation is different from yours.” Shi Hao couldn’t help but laugh. He dared not even dream of taking a concubine.
He was fortunate to be able to marry Lingwa Xianzi, it was several lifetimes of good fortune.
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“Grand Tutor Wen Zhong, what do you think of this Shi Hao?”
After finishing the stone-baked meat, the man who called himself Wang Xin looked at Shi Hao’s departing direction and couldn’t help but ask the old man standing behind him.
As it turned out, the middle-aged man among the three was actually Emperor Xin, the current ruler of the Shang Dynasty, and his stunningly beautiful concubine was none other than Su Daji, the famous beauty of the Three Realms that Shi Hao had discussed earlier.
Originally, King Zhou didn’t intend to hide his identity. When he introduced himself, he said he was the King of the Shang Dynasty, but the Grand Tutor gave a gentle cough, stopping him. King Zhou could only change his words, adding a Xin after the word King, becoming King Xin of the Shang Dynasty!
“His origins must be extraordinary, I can’t discern his realm either. The delicious roast meat he prepared is truly impressive. Just by eating a little, I saved myself hundreds of years of cultivation. From his sister, it can be seen that he should have the bloodline of the Witch Tribe. So, I suspect he might be a Great Witch? ” Wen Zhong said uncertainly.
Wen Zhong was a third-generation disciple of the Intercepting Sect, no matter how great Shi Hao’s origins were, he wouldn’t be surprised, because his own background was equally extraordinary.
“Grand Tutor, that Shi Hao is truly a remarkable fellow. Before he left, I planned to visit him again. If possible, I want to reveal my identity and invite him to serve the Shang Dynasty.” King Zhou didn’t care what Shi Hao’s identity was. He had few friends he could talk to, so he naturally wanted to recruit him. Moreover, during their casual conversation, King Zhou learned his address from him. He lived behind Huoyun Cave.
“Your Majesty, do as you see fit.”
Wen Zhong also supported King Zhou’s decision. If the King could recruit Shi Hao to serve the Great Shang, with his strength as a Great Witch, comparable to a Golden Immortal, he could bring great help to the Great Shang.
Currently, the eighteen feudal lords of the Shang Dynasty were rebelling. Relying solely on their few third-generation disciples of the Intercepting Sect, it was difficult to confront the rebel army.
Furthermore, Wen Zhong had learned that the disciples of the Jade Void Sect were also preparing to descend to the mortal realm to experience the trials of life.
After returning from the North Sea, Wen Zhong had been wanting to find time to return to his sect, Golden Tortoise Island, and plead with his masters and senior brothers to come out of seclusion and help the Shang Dynasty.
Otherwise, with the current strength of the Shang Dynasty, how could it possibly confront the Jade Void Sect, a formidable force? It would be like hitting a stone with an egg.
The Three Sovereigns had gathered the human race’s fortune into a river, it was time for the human race to prosper, yet why was the Great Shang being used as a chessboard for the Investiture of the Gods, giving him a feeling of impending doom.