Leveling Up With My Pet



The expressions of astonishment adorned the faces of Liu Yong's companions as they entered the upscale restaurant. While they had mentally prepared themselves for the exorbitant prices, they were still taken aback by the sheer magnitude of it all. The exclamation-worthy cost was beyond their expectations.

"How expensive is everything here?" Liu Yong inquired, his curiosity piqued. He studied the menu, his eyes settling on the shrimp dumplings listed for 38 yuan each. They appeared relatively small in the accompanying picture, bite-sized morsels that could be consumed in a single mouthful.

The realization struck them—everything was too expensive. They observed the other diners engaged in animated conversations, laughter resounding through the air, and marvelled at the presence of numerous affluent individuals in the bustling city of Huahai.

Undeterred by the steep prices, Liu Yong decided to take matters into his own hands. He proceeded to place an extensive order, selecting various delicacies from the menu. Among his selections was a pot of Puer tea priced at 198 yuan, a cage of shrimp dumplings, chicken feet for 68 yuan, and the supreme roast of abalone for 98 yuan. The quantity was substantial, enough to satiate three people.

"These should suffice for now. We can always order more if needed," Liu Yong casually remarked, his demeanour relaxed. Spending a considerable sum on breakfast held no pressure for him, especially considering the recent successful negotiation of a 10 billion dollar deal.

As the food arrived, the table soon became adorned with an assortment of delectable dishes. Liu Yong took the lead, picking up the 198 yuan pot of Pu'er tea. He Qiang, eager to assist, offered to pour the tea for his boss.

With a smile, Liu Yong declined the offer, stating, "I don't actually intend to drink the tea. I ordered it to warm the dishes and sanitize them."

Surprised gasps filled the air. The realization dawned upon them that the expensive pot of Pu'er tea, priced at 198 yuan, was merely a tool for heating the dishes and disinfecting utensils.

"Boss, that's amazing!"

True to his words, Liu Yong sterilised his bowls and chopsticks using scalding tea. "You two should do the same. While it may have limited disinfection effects, it's still better than not sterilizing them at all," he advised.

The duo exchanged glances, their smiles betraying their astonishment. They cautiously followed suit, diligently heating their bowls and chopsticks, unable to calm their racing thoughts. They couldn't help but marvel at the fact that they had missed out on the opportunity to savour the pricey Pu'er tea.

Once they had finished the sterilization process, Liu Yong gestured for them to dig into the sumptuous breakfast spread before them. Picking up a shrimp dumpling with his chopsticks, he relished the flavours and complimented, "Mmm, it's delicious."

Kang Zhenggang, opting for a barbecued pork bun, quipped, "This 128 yuan piece of barbecued pork bun... it surpasses the 3 yuan ones we have downstairs by leaps and bounds."

Liu Yong nodded in agreement. "Indeed, it's truly exceptional. It's well worth the price."

As they indulged in their breakfast, the trio engaged in light-hearted conversation. He Qiang playfully remarked that dining here felt like consuming mouthfuls of wealth, whereas the breakfast they had been accustomed to felt like paltry coins.

Liu Yong held the belief that the food here might be pricier, but the quality and ambience were undeniably superior—an overall worthy experience. As they concluded their meal and prepared to leave, Liu Yong expressed his intention to revisit this establishment frequently in the future.

Kang Zhenggang and He Qiang exchanged covert glances, both in silent agreement. They couldn't help but admire their boss's nonchalant demeanour while indulging in an expensive breakfast. The thought lingered in their minds—repeated visits were already anticipated.

After finishing their breakfast, three of them headed towards the office.

Liu Yong found himself pondering over the ideal candidate for the upcoming deal with Diya Company and Melpark Company. After careful consideration, he reached a decision and picked up the phone to summon Huang Guang.

Huang Guang's expertise made him the perfect choice for this particular transaction. Having previously completed a successful deal with Diya Company, he possessed the necessary trading experience. The circumstances of this new negotiation closely mirrored those of the past, with the location set along the Middle East coast—a region proximate to Bawang's whereabouts.

"Brother Yong, you called for me," Huang Guang greeted as he entered the office, his expression earnest.

Liu Yong gestured for Huang Guang to take a seat and briefly explained the details of the matter. "This time, the transaction volume is substantial, with a total value of up to 10 billion U.S. dollars. You may have to stay in the Middle East for ten days to two weeks."

Huang Guang reassured his boss, "Brother Yong, rest assured, we have everything under control. We will successfully complete this transaction."

Liu Yong nodded, conveying his trust. "The location for the transaction will be near the coast, but the specific spot may change daily. I will keep you informed in advance."

With his instructions conveyed, Liu Yong watched as Huang Guang left the office, ready to assemble his team. More than ten individuals would accompany him to the Middle East, representing the Global Shipping Group and overseeing the completion of these transactions.

Acquiring a total of 1,000 tons of fat from the white monster fish would likely necessitate multiple operations, spanning anywhere from a week to over ten days.

Meanwhile, Bawang seized another extraordinary white fish in the deep trench, nearly 40 meters long and weighing over 200 tons. The overlord began dragging the peculiar creature towards its temporary abode.

Within the cavern, three massive white monster fish lay concealed, each surpassing 100 tons, with the most enormous weighing over 200 tons. Bawang added the latest catch to its collection, contemplating the upcoming task—extracting the fat from the fish's bellies and delivering it to the nearby seaside.

True to its purpose, Bawang commenced the process of gutting the fish, carefully retrieving the fat from each belly. With a total of four colossal fish, the amount of extracted fat exceeded 200 tons.

Once the fat was safely secured, the Overlord, as per the owner's instructions, would either grip it tightly or carry it in its mouth as it made its way towards the nearest mainland beach. The remaining four fish carcasses were concealed within the cavern, ensuring no wastage as they would serve as sustenance for the Overlord.

The following morning, Huang Guang, representing the Global Shipping Group, joined forces with Diya Company and Melpark Company representatives. The previous day, they convened and meticulously discussed the specifics and processes of the upcoming transaction.

Accompanied by a team of over ten individuals, Huang Guang led the way with two vehicles, followed by several large trucks resembling containers designed for cold chain transportation.

Travelling for more than ten kilometres from the seaside town, they arrived at their destination—an uninhabited beach, desolate and devoid of any signs of life. A massive mound of strange white fish oil greeted their eyes, resembling a small hill.

The sight left everyone astounded, and a wave of excitement surged through the group. Walter Jeff from Melpark Company couldn't believe his eyes—the amount of fish oil amassed before them was staggering, easily exceeding one or two hundred tons.

"Let's get to work, everyone," Huang Guang urged, prompting the Diya Company and Melpark Company members into action. They commenced cutting the fat, weighing and documenting it, packing it into boxes, and loading the boxes onto the trucks.

Huang Guang and his team, representing the Global Shipping Group, supervised the proceedings without actively participating. Their responsibility was to oversee and record the transaction's weight as they represented Party A.

In a span of approximately two hours, they managed to load over 200 tons of white strange fish oil into the truck compartments. The division between the two companies was relatively equitable, with Diya Company claiming even 100 tons and Melpark Company acquiring 105 tons and 326 kilograms.