The men ran after Withers, breathless, but found no trace of Cheng Xiaofan and Melina.
They began to speculate. One of them asked, "Withers, do you think Celestial Master Cheng flew away to the legendary Heavenly Court in the East with Miss Melina on his back?"
Withers hesitated for a moment and then said, "Right, I've finally thought of a great way to find Celestial Master Cheng. I'll immediately transfer him another million US dollars and ask him where he is at the same time!"
...
Meanwhile, Cheng Xiaofan and Melina were strolling down another street.
*Ding!*
At that moment, a notification sound came from Cheng Xiaofan's phone.
He took out his phone and saw that Withers had transferred another million US dollars to his bank account!
Rich people are indeed generous!
Immediately, he noticed an accompanying text message: "Respected Celestial Master Cheng, where are you? I'd like to invite you and Miss Melina for a casual gathering at noon!"
Huh!
Are foreigners really as rich and foolish as legends say?
They even give a million US dollars just to invite someone for a meal?
Although China is a world-renowned land of etiquette, such a thing would never happen!
If I were Cheng Xiaofan, I wouldn't do such a thing either.
"Honey, who is texting you?" Melina asked curiously, noticing Cheng Xiaofan engrossed in his phone.
Cheng Xiaofan smiled and said, "Withers has transferred another million US dollars to me and wants to invite us for a gathering at noon."
Upon hearing this, Melina couldn't help but laugh.
She said, "Withers must have remembered he forgot to ask for your contact information, so he transferred a million US dollars to your bank account, making it hard for you to refuse!"
Cheng Xiaofan chuckled, "I didn't expect my contact information to be so valuable!"
Melina smiled, "You've become an Eastern immortal in his eyes, and an immortal's contact information is priceless."
"Believe it or not, if you don't reply to him immediately, he might transfer you another million US dollars. Anyway, this guy has earned who knows how much money with his bare fists over the years!"
Cheng Xiaofan said, "Alright, I'll listen to you!"
*Ding!*
Who would have thought!
As soon as he finished speaking, another notification sound came from his phone.
Cheng Xiaofan glanced at his phone and immediately burst into laughter.
"Xiao Tian, you were right. Withers has transferred another million US dollars to me!" he exclaimed, laughing heartily.
Melina said, "This is normal. The shock you gave Withers was too immense. Anyone else would do the same."
"In the eyes of others, what does it matter even if they go bankrupt? To befriend an immortal is worth everything!"
Cheng Xiaofan nodded and said with a smile, "I should reply to him. Since I've taken his money, I should show some acknowledgment!"
He immediately replied with his current location in the remarks section of the bank transfer information.
After sending the message, Cheng Xiaofan said to Melina, "Let's just wait here for Withers. It's almost noon anyway, and it's always good to have someone treat us to a meal!"
Melina's tone carried a hint of teasing as she said, "My dear boyfriend is truly amazing. You crippled his arm, and not only did he offer money, but he's also chasing after us to treat us!"
"Even I don't have such influence!"
As they were chatting, a taxi stopped in front of them.
"Celestial Master Cheng, Miss Melina, hello!" As soon as the door opened, Withers and his entourage burst out of the car and bowed deeply to Cheng Xiaofan and Melina, shouting in unison.
Cheng Xiaofan nodded as if he were indeed an immortal.
He smiled and said, "Withers, you've worked hard!"
Withers said emotionally, "Celestial Master Cheng, you are too kind. It is my honor as Withers to be able to invite you and Miss Melina for a meal!"
Cheng Xiaofan smiled, "Alright, since you are so sincere in inviting Melina and me, I have no reason to refuse."
Withers said, "There's a hotel not far ahead. They make excellent Chinese food. Let's go there and try it!"
"Okay, you lead the way!" Cheng Xiaofan agreed.
After walking a short distance, they arrived at the entrance of the hotel.
Upon seeing the name of the establishment, Cheng Xiaofan chuckled, "Liu Yishou!"
Melina said with a smile, "I can't believe we're eating at Liu Yishou's restaurant!"
Withers looked bewildered and asked, "What? Celestial Master Cheng, Miss Melina, do you know Liu Yishou?"
Cheng Xiaofan smiled and said, "I'm here this time to treat actress Mary. She heard I like Chinese food and specifically invited Liu Yishou to cook for me."
Withers smiled, "So Celestial Master Cheng is in America to treat Mary. What a coincidence! Once, when Mary was out filming, I was her bodyguard for three and a half days!"
Upon entering the hotel, they happened to meet Liu Yishou.
Liu Yishou was taken aback when he suddenly saw Cheng Xiaofan and Melina, then burst into laughter, "Oh, what wind brings such distinguished guests to my humble establishment?"
"Welcome, welcome! Lunch is on me today!"
Cheng Xiaofan cupped his fists towards Liu Yishou and smiled, "A friend is treating us today, so you don't need to trouble yourself, Master Liu. Come join us for a drink when we're eating!"
Hearing that someone was treating Cheng Xiaofan, Liu Yishou said, "Alright then, I'll treat you this evening!"
"Master Liu, no need to be so polite. I have other arrangements for this evening!" Cheng Xiaofan disliked crowded gatherings. He knew that if Liu Yishou invited him in the evening, he would surely invite many local dignitaries to accompany them.
Liu Yishou assumed Cheng Xiaofan indeed had other plans for the evening and didn't press further.
He immediately called a waiter to arrange a private room for Cheng Xiaofan and his party.
Private rooms are rare in Western hotels, but this was Chinatown, so it had its own layout and customs.
Upon entering the private room, the waiter poured each person a cup of tea, then brought the menu and asked them to order.
Withers took the menu and gestured for Cheng Xiaofan to order what he liked.
Cheng Xiaofan said, "I'm not used to ordering. Just pick a few dishes casually!"
Withers, with a fawning smile, handed the menu to Melina. Melina also said, "My close boyfriend and I are both not used to ordering. Why don't you, the world boxing champion, order?"
Mentioning the words "world boxing champion," Withers couldn't help but feel immensely ashamed.
He said, "Miss Melina, please don't mention me as a world boxing champion in front of Celestial Master Cheng. From now on, I absolutely forbid anyone from mentioning me as a world boxing champion!"
Cheng Xiaofan smiled, "You earned that championship with your own skills. Even with me here, you shouldn't be bothered by it!"
Withers said, "Celestial Master Cheng, please don't praise me. I am truly ashamed in front of you!"
Cheng Xiaofan smiled, "Alright then, let's drop this topic. You order the food. After eating, I need to find a place to rest!"
Withers said, "Yes, yes, yes, I'll order then!"