The four of them sat around the firepit, propped up a small table, and began to eat.
There were no delicacies, no luxurious utensils, just simple vegetarian dishes, yet they had a unique flavor.
It was clear that Sister-in-law Du knew Master Kong's tastes and prepared the vegetarian dishes he loved.
Chen Tang rarely saw Master Kong so attentive to a meal.
"Junior brother, with a strong body like yours, eat more."
Sister-in-law Du occasionally added more dishes to Chen Tang's bowl, smiling as she spoke.
Chen Tang naturally accepted everything, eating heartily and leaving nothing behind.
After lunch, Master Kong returned to the main hall to meditate and worship Buddha, remaining indifferent to worldly matters.
Sister-in-law Du went to clean the dishes, while Ming Yuan pulled Chen Tang aside for a chat, asking, "I didn't ask last night, but it seems like you have something on your mind that's preventing you from entering the capital?"
"It's a long story."
