It was still as tranquil as ever here at Hong Ran's.
Even the sunlight filtering through the bamboo tips seemed to have lost some of its harsh heat, becoming gentle, warm, and soothing. It shone in dappled patterns on the ground covered with dry bamboo leaves, creating a serene scene that settled the spirit.
The chef's skills were as superb as always, crafting desserts that were soft, glutinous, and delicious, with just the right amount of sweetness, making The Old Monster unable to stop eating them.
Even Zhou Li, who normally didn't care for sweets, found them tasty.
However, Hong Ran was quite busy.
Zhou Li didn't want to disturb her and simply sat quietly, enjoying the pastries, playing with his smartphone, and enjoying the breeze.
Now and then, Demons would pass by, some ignoring them completely while others gave them curious glances.
He even encountered two Demons who recognized Huai Xu.
