Chapter 178: Chapter 146: [Emotion Severing and Desire Enhancing Order], Producer: Hehuan Sect

"No, my little darling!"

When Xiyu rushed into the Joyful District’s Vehicle Administration Office, his car, which had just been commandeered by the Devout Buddhist, had already been transferred to a new owner.

The money from the sale had also been deposited into the Devout Buddhist’s bank account.

"Amitabha Buddha, Benefactor Xiyu’s car has found a better home with the help of the Rich Monk. There’s no need for you to worry."

Watching the Devout Buddhist put his palms together and bow to him, Xiyu clutched his chest with his right hand, slowly kneeling on the ground, his face sorrowful.

Lin Hao felt a bit of compassion, but before he could step forward to offer some comfort,

Xiyu reached into his pocket with his left hand and tossed some torn paper, which fluttered like snow in the air.

Lin Hao: ... 𝚏𝕣𝐞𝗲𝐰𝕖𝐛𝐧𝕠𝕧𝚎𝚕.𝐜𝚘𝗺

Devout Buddhist: "Let’s go."

Lin Hao: "Why not have Vice Captain Xiyu join us?"

Devout Buddhist: "He’s busy; it’s his working hours. He can’t skip work, otherwise, I wouldn’t have had the chance to borrow his car to sell it."

Just as those words fell, Xiyu’s phone rang. Although Xiyu hadn’t put it on speaker, Lin Hao’s Divine Thought clearly picked up the deep questioning tone from the other end:

"You’re not at the club again, are you? It’s work hours!"

"Captain, no, I’m not at the club. I’m just patrolling and made a stop at the Vehicle Administration Office."

"Oh, so your car’s been sold by creditors again, right?"

"Ah!"

"Stop with the ’ah’s, get back to your post, or else I’ll dock your full attendance bonus this month."

"Sure thing."

Xiyu wiped away his non-existent tears, waved at the Devout Buddhist and Lin Hao, and laughed, "Let’s have dinner together tonight if you’re free. I’m off to work now."

Watching him ride away on his electric scooter, Lin Hao curiously asked the Devout Buddhist, "Is his mood always this stable?"

Devout Buddhist: "His car often gets sold; he’s used to it. No worries, he’ll earn the money for a new car in no time."

Lin Hao: "How will he earn it?"

A sports car isn’t that easy to earn, is it?

Devout Buddhist: "By finding some of the unofficially registered Receptacles."

Lin Hao thought about it; he wouldn’t be able to imitate that.

After all, if he found a Receptacle, the Contained Object would become part of his Spirit Root.

"Don’t bother about him. Let’s have dinner with Xiyu later and find a well-rated nearby restaurant to eat at now."

With that, the Devout Buddhist skillfully opened his phone and started searching online for nearby food spots.

After their discussion, they decided on a reasonably priced restaurant with a 4.9-star rating and walked over.

Lin Hao: "Buddha’s Son, is there a particular reason you’re visiting River Debris City this time?"

Devout Buddhist: "Not really, I just want to write a book to guide people towards goodness and improvement."

Lin Hao: "You have a great vision. Can I ask what kind of book you intend to write?"

Devout Buddhist: "A didactic book. I’ve already decided on the title: ’Achieving Financial Freedom After Quitting Desires.’ Once published, the Rich Monk can earn royalties from it. This book can change the atmosphere in River Debris City and boost its economic development."

Lin Hao: "Once you’ve finished the book, I must get a copy right away. I have a friend who might need the knowledge from this book."

Hearing the book’s title immediately made Lin Hao think of Mr. Hua; from the title alone, it seemed tailor-made for him.

Devout Buddhist: "No problem, no problem. I’ll be sure to reserve a copy for the Milk Tea Master."

As they chatted, they soon neared their lunch destination.

From afar, the Devout Buddhist and Lin Hao saw a long line, indicating good business, with couples standing in line.

This queue, though not as exaggerated as at the Happy Milk Tea Shop, was impressive for a restaurant.

It’s commonly known that any restaurant that attracts couples usually has great food.

Though Lin Hao’s Divine Thought sensed the restaurant had dim lighting and a slightly poor ambiance...

Inside, everyone eating was focused on their meals, not saying a word.

This behavior reinforced the idea that the restaurant’s food was indeed excellent...

Lin Hao: "Buddha’s Son, looks like we’re in for a treat soon."

Devout Buddhist: "The Rich Monk thinks so too."

After half an hour in line, it was finally their turn to enter the restaurant.

The server glanced at Lin Hao and then at the Devout Buddhist, showing a hint of surprise, but said nothing as they guided them to seat 13.

Lin Hao: "Hello, how can we order?"

Server: "We offer standard meals, 30 yuan per person. The dishes are prepared by the chef based on circumstances, centered around fate."

The Devout Buddhist nodded in approval, as someone who believes in fate.

Devout Buddhist: "Then I shall trouble you, but since the Rich Monk is a monastic, please serve less vegetables."

The server didn’t quite understand what a monastic was but understood the request.

Server: "It costs extra for more meat."

Devout Buddhist: "The Rich Monk can afford it."

Listening, Lin Hao felt a bit puzzled. He hadn’t had a deep conversation or meal with the Devout Buddhist before, but based on his understanding of monks from his previous life...

Shouldn’t they avoid meat?

"Buddha’s Son, don’t you avoid eating meat?" Lin Hao asked curiously.

"Why should I avoid meat?" the Devout Buddhist replied, equally puzzled.

"Aren’t you...a monk?"