CHAPTER 236: CHAPTER 228: THE TREASURE GIVEN BY MR. TANG!

Twenty minutes later, Han Qiwu lifted the lid of the Glacier White Fish Soup, and a golden-silver glow flashed before his eyes.

[Glacier White Fish Soup (Gold-Star Quality)]

[Stamina +100]

[HP +100]

[Special Effect - Warming the Womb: Consumption relieves uterine cold]

[Special Effect - Pain Relief: Significantly reduces physical pain]

[Note: Warming the womb, warming the heart]

The Glacier White Fish Soup in the ceramic pot was tender and smooth, exuding a peculiar fragrance that made anyone who smelled it feel warm all over.

Han Qiwu didn’t waste much time admiring the soup. He scooped out a bowl and carried it into the room, handing it to Tang Qingying, who was reclining on the bed.

"It smells so good. What kind of fish soup is this?" Tang Qingying asked in surprise, reaching out to take the bowl and inspecting it.

"It’s a soup made with love. Drink up—it’s boneless, so don’t worry." Han Qiwu smiled warmly.

Tang Qingying gave a small smile, lowered her head, and swirled the porcelain spoon gently before scooping up a piece of fish meat to eat.

"How is it?" Han Qiwu asked curiously. Having rushed to deliver the soup to Tang Qingying as soon as it was ready, he hadn’t yet tried it himself.

"It’s delicious! The texture of the fish is so unique. Even though it’s hot, it has a refreshing minty taste that’s cool and crisp, but once it reaches the stomach, it turns warm and comforting. It feels amazing!" Tang Qingying visibly brightened, her complexion rosy after finishing the bowl of soup.

"Take your time; there’s more." Han Qiwu brought the ceramic pot over and ladled out all the remaining soup for Tang Qingying.

After three bowls of fish soup, Tang Qingying’s energy was fully restored. She put on her shoes, walked a few steps, and suddenly came up to wrap her arms around Han Qiwu.

"Thank you."

Han Qiwu’s face flushed crimson instantly.

"No... no need to thank me. The food’s almost ready; I’ll bring it out."

With that, he hastily escaped to the kitchen.

"Thump, thump."

Han Qiwu had never felt his heart beat so fast.

It took him a solid two minutes to calm himself down.

"Could I have a heart condition?"

After some needless overthinking, he brought out the stewed pork belly with green beans and potatoes, chilled willow shoots salad, and pear blossom egg rolls to set on the table.

Initially, he had planned to make pear blossom soup as well, but seeing that the Glacier White Fish Soup was already prepared, he decided to use the pear blossoms for egg rolls instead.

Looking at the variety of dishes filling the table, Tang Qingying’s eyes sparkled. She hurried into the kitchen to help carry bowls and utensils, eager to do what she could.

"No need, no need. I’ve got it all. Come eat!" Han Qiwu tugged Tang Qingying back to her seat at the table.

"Then I won’t hold back!" Tang Qingying smiled, picked up a bowl, and dug in with gusto.

After finishing the meal, she was utterly floored.

The rice—it could be this springy?

The pork belly—it could be this fragrant?

The potatoes—they could be this tender?

The pear blossom egg rolls—they could be this soft and glutinous?

As she savored the dinner, Tang Qingying couldn’t help but lightly pat Han Qiwu on the back.

"You’re so bad!"

Han Qiwu: "???"

What’s happening?

Tang Qingying huffed and said, "After eating this meal, I might starve when I go back since nothing will compare!"

Han Qiwu laughed helplessly and waved his hand, saying, "You won’t. When you’re starving, anything will taste great."

Tang Qingying snorted softly, then stepped behind Han Qiwu, waving her small fists to playfully pound his back.

"Don’t move—just consider it payment for the meal!"

Truth be told, after running around all day, Han Qiwu did feel a hint of backache. Tang Qingying’s impromptu massage was surprisingly refreshing.

"By the way, I brought three large rice balls for lunch earlier, but I ended up not eating them. Pack them up later—they’ll at least last you through tomorrow," Han Qiwu suddenly recalled the "experience rice balls" and smiled as he mentioned them.

"Yay!" Tang Qingying perked up instantly, packed up the rice balls, and then checked the time. Reluctantly, she said, "It’s getting late. I have class tomorrow, so I can only visit again next time."

"Let me walk you out." Han Qiwu escorted Tang Qingying to the door and retrieved a [Snake-Repelling Sachet] from the storage compartment, handing it to her as he said, "I made this sachet earlier; it’s for repelling snakes."

"To repel snakes? Perfect! Recently, a couple of grass snakes were spotted around the teaching block." Tang Qingying happily accepted the sachet.

"It’s beautifully made." Tang Qingying admired it for a moment before putting it in her bag. Then, taking Han Qiwu by the hand, she led him to the trunk of her car. "I also brought a gift for you."

"A gift for me? What is it?" Han Qiwu asked curiously.

"It’s nothing fancy—just a wooden qilin sculpture I carved when I was a kid. Don’t complain that it’s ugly!" Tang Qingying crouched down to retrieve a small wooden box from the trunk, her expression mysterious as she declared, "You can’t open it until after I leave."

"Alright." Han Qiwu nodded and accepted the wooden box.

Tang Qingying huffed and asked, "Aren’t you even going to ask why?"

"Because you’d be embarrassed if I did." Han Qiwu chuckled, "Alright, head back now. Early sleep and early wake-ups are good for your health."

"Hmph! I’m off!" Tang Qingying got into her car, turned it around, and called out, "Thanks for a fun day!"

"I had fun too. Goodbye!" Han Qiwu waved, watching as Mr. Tang’s car disappeared into the distance.

"What could it be?" Han Qiwu returned to the house, swept his hand to restore the courtyard to its original state, and then sat at the table to inspect the wooden box.

The box was approximately fifty centimeters long, thirty centimeters wide, and twenty centimeters high. It was made from simple materials and featured a small decorative wooden lock that could easily be pulled open.

Han Qiwu opened the wooden lock and slowly lifted the lid, peering inside.

Under the moonlight, the wooden animal figurine in the box emitted a faint glow. The figurine, though small, had detailed carvings covering its surface. Its head resembled that of a lion, adorned with deer antlers, while its round eyes were wide open. Moving down, its body looked somewhat like a deer, but it was covered in scales. Its tail, hanging between its legs, resembled a cow’s tail.

"What is this? Some kind of chimera?" Han Qiwu muttered, unable to make sense of it. He picked it up to check its attributes.

[Redwood Qilin]

[Use: Decoration]

[Special Effect - Luck Boost: Luck +5]

[Special Effect - Prosperity: All farm produce sells for 10% more]

[Kilin Magnetism +5]

[Effective when placed at home]

[Note: Meticulously carved redwood qilin]

Upon reading the attributes, Han Qiwu suddenly understood: so this was a qilin?

No wonder he didn’t recognize it.

Mr. Tang’s carving skills were astonishing.

To sculpt even a mythical creature with such lifelike detail—you had to admire the craftsmanship.

Like jade pixius, redwood qilins were also said to bring good luck.

The difference, however, was that this one offered a staggering Luck +5!

Han Qiwu could practically see countless treasures flocking toward him.

Lifting off!

Woohoo!