Lu Yao said he was going out to buy food, but actually he went to a snack bar to get food.
Quan Shengju and Mo Cheng would take turns preparing meals for the staff. When she had time, she would go to pick up the portions from the nail salon at noon and in the evening. At the beginning, it was only one portion, but later it became three and four. Now, Eugenia is included.
Lu Yao brought five lunch boxes and some soup and put them in the warehouse, then took them out at the nail salon.
Lu Yao was very busy this afternoon and did not go out. Eugenia bought lunch from a street stall, but the taste was not very good.
The food in this world is actually quite good, especially the meat of some monsters. The meat is fresh and delicious, and does not require complicated cooking methods. It is very tasty and has received many praises in snack bars.
Maybe because Emerald Town is too poor, the food at the street snack bars is very average and does not bring out the best of the ingredients.
Eugenia sat in the corner holding her dinner. In the lunch box there was a portion of rice, a portion of stir-fried monster meat with green peppers, a portion of mapo tofu, a portion of cold shredded potatoes, and a separate bowl of vegetable and meat soup.
The staple food in Alexandria is bread. It was the first time Eugenia saw rice. She took a bite and found it tasted bland. She was not used to it, but she did not say it.
In the box next to the rice was stir-fried monster meat with green peppers. She knew both the green peppers and the monster meat.
It’s just that monster meat is quite expensive, so her family rarely buys it to eat. They usually buy ordinary pork or beef. They do buy green peppers to stew dishes.
But she had never seen this combination of green pepper and monster meat before. She forked a piece of meat and put it into her mouth. The monster meat was tender, fresh, fragrant and oily, completely different from the meat she had eaten before.
Eugenia used a fork to thread the green pepper and meat together. When she was about to eat, an idea suddenly occurred to her. She covered the meat slices and green peppers on the rice and shoveled them into her mouth together. After chewing them for a few times, her eyes lit up. It was indeed as expected.
Rice, like their bread, is a staple food that goes with meals. It is bland when eaten alone, but becomes very delicious when paired with other dishes.
After eating the meat dish, Eugenia turned her eyes to the shiny and fragrant mapo tofu next to it.
This is also a dish I have never seen before. It smells a bit spicy, but my mouth can’t help but drool.
She put down her fork, picked up the spoon and dipped it in a little thick and oily sauce. It smelled so pungent, but when she put it in her mouth it was only slightly numb and spicy, stimulating the tip of her tongue and bringing a rich and novel aroma.
Seeing her cautious look, Lu Yao explained, "I asked the chef to make the food less spicy and less spicy, fearing that you might not be used to it."
Although Eugenia didn't quite understand the meaning of "less spicy and less spicy", she still felt flattered. She pursed her lips embarrassedly, scooped up a spoonful of mapo tofu and poured it on the rice, stirred it and took a big mouthful.
Her eyes widened slightly. The tofu was soft and tender, and the sauce was thick, with a mellow and complex aroma that permeated the rice. It seemed that there was minced meat when she chewed it carefully. The slight numbness and spiciness stimulated her taste buds, making her eat one bite after another and couldn't stop at all.
The rice was too greasy, so Eugenia took a bite of the sour and fragrant cold potato shreds. She was speechless. Potatoes could actually be cooked like this. The taste was crisp, slightly sour and spicy, and there was a slight sweetness at the end. It was so delicious.
Eugenia finished the lunch box completely without leaving any food. She felt her stomach bloated and realized she had forgotten the bowl of soup next to it.
She couldn't eat anymore, but she was curious about the taste of the soup.
She couldn't help but pick up the soup bowl and take a sip. She half closed her eyes. The freshness of the vegetables had completely melted into the soup. It was light but very soothing to Eugenia's tired body and mind. It flowed like warm water, slowly filling the gap in her stomach. She felt completely satisfied.
Harold and Sikin had similar reactions to Eugenia's when they first ate in a restaurant, but now they have gotten used to it.
However, dragons have much bigger appetites than humans, and both of them had extra-large lunch boxes.
While eating, Lu Yao introduced the two dragons and Eugenia to each other.
Harold and Sikin didn't pay much attention to ordinary humans, but they didn't take any other actions.
Eugenia knew that these two were the powerful guards that Lu Yao had mentioned, and she was more cautious in her words and actions.
Mumu sat aside and ate in a serious manner.
Lu Yao was still wondering if the food would float directly into the slime's body when it ate, but Mumu was wearing clothes and couldn't see it.
Mumu noticed that Lu Yao was looking at him, raised his head, and made a sweet "chi" sound.
Lu Yao couldn't help asking, "Is it delicious?"
Mumu nodded: "Ji!"
Harold ruthlessly exposed the situation, "Slime has no sense of taste, how can it know whether it tastes good or not?"
The little monster is coaxing you.
Lu Yao went to see Mumu: "Really?"
Slime is so miserable, weak, unable to speak, and without even a sense of taste.
Mumu tilted her head, her big eyes full of innocence, looked at Lu Yao with a puzzled "chi", then lowered her head and took another bite of rice, and then chirped happily again.
Lu Yao's heart melted: "Mummu is so cute and strong!"
Mumu blinked and said obediently: "Ji."
Harold: “…”
Si Jin said softly: "Fool."
After dinner, the nail salon closed.
The shop assistants said goodbye at the door and left in different directions.
Eugenia hummed a song as she returned to her home on West Street, where a sign reading "Brown's Tailor Shop" was hung. Mrs. Brown had lost her temporary job at the cake shop and could only take on some small sewing jobs every day.
However, this town is too poor and most women have some sewing skills, so the tailor shop's business is not very good.
When Mrs. Brown heard Eugenia coming back, she stood up immediately, her eyes full of worry, "Eugenia, is your work going well?"
Eugenia smiled, "It went very well."
Mrs. Brown didn't believe it: "Really? Don't lie to me."
After Eugenia left in the morning, the neighbors gathered around Mrs. Brown and talked a lot, especially the owner of the fruit shop next to the nail salon, who said a lot of strange things about the nail salon.
Mrs. Brown was worried all day, fearing that something might happen to Eugenia. She went to the nail salon several times at noon, but she didn't dare to go in, so she didn't see anything.
Eugenia said firmly, without any hesitation: "Really, the owner of the shop is very nice, the work is not hard, and the food is delicious. Mom, don't worry, I want to learn in the nail salon and become a nail technician in the future."
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Lu Yao closed the shop but did not leave yet. She was in the laboratory looking through the materials that Harold and Si Jin brought back.
Dragons probably really have a natural treasure-hunting skill. They have found many materials that are difficult to obtain at the S level, including the wing tips of a level 12 monster, the poisonous blood of a level 15 magic snake, and several rare gems and herbs.
The only things missing were two inconspicuous and cheap herbs, probably because they were forgotten.
Lu Yao sorted the materials and placed them on the shelves, then wrote labels and stuck them aside, for fear that he would forget.
Go to the grocery store tomorrow to buy the last two ingredients. Once you have collected all the ingredients for recipe 2, you can start refining glue that can add properties.
Lu Yao came out of the laboratory and prepared to close the shop and return home.
System: [There is a little fire dragon outside. ]
Lu Yao opened the door and saw the red-haired girl with twin ponytails. He was a little surprised: "Tina, what's the matter?"
Tina turned her head with surprise in her eyes.
She thought the store was closed and would have to wait until tomorrow morning.
"Shop owner, I've agreed with my mom that I can come to the nail salon to work during the summer vacation. I want to be an apprentice."
Lu Yao was stunned for a moment, "How long will your monthly vacation be?"
Tina: "There are still about twenty days."
Lu Yao: "… It usually takes three to six months for an apprentice to become a master in a nail salon. Even if you are a dragon, twenty days is just a visit and learning. You can't learn much, and it's a bit inconvenient for a small shop."
Tina finally convinced Field and thought she could become an apprentice directly by coming to the store. She didn't expect the owner to answer like this and was a little at a loss.
Lu Yao was also helpless. If she started training a manicurist now, by the time she went to the next world, even the shop assistants might not be able to work independently.
At present, only Mumu will stay in the store because she named her. She will not force Harold and Sijin.
After the probation period, if Eugenia is willing to stay, Lu Yao will sign a contract with her, requiring her to work in the store for a few years after completing her studies.
Tina's situation is not a good choice for Lu Yao.
She currently doesn't have the extra energy to hire a clerk who can only work for twenty days.
After Lu Yao explained everything to Tina, he closed the store and went home.
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The little fire dragon squatted on the top of the barren mountain all night, swinging its tail restlessly, making the surrounding monsters and birds and beasts restless and fleeing one after another.
She was really interested in manicures and wanted to learn from the owner to freely draw landscapes on her nails and design manicures with complex layers and beauty.
In addition, she was also very interested in Lu Yao. She was very surprised by the magic manicure woven with magic of two attributes. It can be said that it directly refreshed her view of magic.
She wanted to know more.
The human race has a short lifespan, no more than a hundred years in total.
The dragon race has a long lifespan. Even if she stayed with that human, she would only reach adulthood after more than a hundred years.
The little dragon's tail stood upright and fell heavily to the ground, making a heavy sound.
She flapped her wings gently and flew towards the dragon's nest.
Charmander Tina decided to take a gamble!
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In the early morning, the Royal Academy of Magic was a little different than usual. The cafeteria was packed with students who came to watch the fun and it was noisier than usual.
"Wow, it's really the High Priest Carlos! As expected of the 'Silver Rose' of the Empire, he is so magnanimous!"
"Is Master Carlos back to the academy for the school celebration? Why are his eyes closed?"
"Hush—keep your voice down! Don't you know? When Master Carlos was refining a secret medicine for His Majesty, the crucible exploded and injured his eyes."
"… I haven't heard of this. This is the first time I've seen Carlos-sama's true appearance in three years of school. Is he blind?"
In the crowd, Helena was waving a feather fan, with the corners of her lips slightly raised, containing a hint of contempt.
These fools, who know nothing, have the nerve to talk about Lord Carlos.
After Carlos finished his breakfast, he stood up and left, as if he was unaware of the discussions and attention around him.
The dean accompanied them attentively, scanning the group with a stern look, forcing back the students who wanted to follow.
Ordinary students were intimidated by the dean's majesty, and even if they still had a crush on Carlos, they dared not follow him out.
Helena was different. She was born into the noble family of Kinclay and was the eldest daughter who was loved by everyone. She ignored the dean's warning at all. She waved her feather fan, lifted her skirt and followed leisurely.
At the corner of the corridor, there was a sudden sound of girls gasping.
"The color is so beautiful, it shouldn't be dyed with mist wood liquid, right?"
Audrey said in a high voice: "No, I got it done in a small shop called Luyao Nail Salon. The owner is very skilled and can make any style."
"Oh my god, this is so beautiful! Audrey, where is that store?"
"This plush ball looks like your O'Day hamster."
"It's either like it or not. I asked the owner to draw it for me."
"You can paint this on your nails? So cute! Tell me where the nail shop is? I'll ask Ryan to come with me during the afternoon self-study class!"
Audrey was very proud. No girl could resist the skills of the owner of that nail salon. Anyone who saw it would definitely be attracted.
She and Qiongbei were rushing to the cafeteria to see Master Carlos again, but they were blocked by this group of classmates halfway and had no choice but to recommend the nail salon.
Carlos stopped at the other end of the corner, his eyebrows raised slightly.
A servant understood, walked over and said a few words to Audrey, and came back to find out the specific location of the nail salon.
Carlos nodded and turned his head towards the dean. "I have nothing to do this afternoon, so I want to go out for a walk. Teacher, don't worry."
The dean wanted to arrange at least a team of guards, but Carlos had already left.
Although I can't see, my movements are not affected at all.
Helena caught up from behind and saw only the dean, with a little disappointment in her eyes.
Suddenly, a voice called her from behind, "Helena, so you are here. I have been looking for you for a long time."
Hearing the owner of the voice, Helena frowned slightly, but when she turned around, her expression had completely relaxed, revealing the joy of a young girl, "Ze Lan, I'm looking for you too."
Zelan Rui was completely immersed in the dreamy love with Helena, with a sweet face: "It's just right, let's go to the cafeteria for dinner. I heard that Master Carlos has come to the academy, and many people went to the cafeteria to watch the fun. Maybe we can meet. I remember that you admire Master Carlos very much?"
"..." Helena was too lazy to complain about Zelan's slowness. She turned around with a happy look on her face, hugged his arm, and went to the cafeteria together.
That day, Audrey sold several waves of Amway products at school.
She didn't take the initiative to cause trouble. Maybe girls are naturally sensitive to beautiful little details.
When Audrey's desk mate saw her taking the book, she immediately noticed the small detail on her nails and exclaimed, and all the girls in the class came to watch.
The classmates in the class were curious enough and told their friends in other classes.
For a while, the name "Luyao Nail Salon" became a high-frequency word in conversations among female students in the Magic Academy.
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Emerald Town, Luyao Nail Salon.
Lu Yao opened the shop door and Tina was standing outside, as if she had been waiting for a long time.
"Is there something?" Lu Yao really didn't know what to say. She thought that the rejection last night would make Charmander sad for a long time.
Tina nodded: "Shopkeeper, I'm here to apply for the position of clerk."
"Have you thought it through?"
"Yes. Not just a monthly vacation, I can study with you until you die."
Lu Yao: “…”
Are all dragons so honest
Lu Yao wanted to laugh but tried hard to hold it back.
The revenue from the snack bar went bankrupt again a few days ago. Now she has 6,895 years to live, but she is worried that she will have a life but no money to spend.
A little later, other store clerks arrived at the store, and Lu Yao solemnly introduced Tina as the new apprentice.
Si Jin, Harold and Tina already knew each other, so they accepted it calmly.
Eugenia seemed anxious.
Mumu secretly tugged at Lu Yao.
Lu Yao lowered his head: "What's wrong?"