The Demon’s Menu
Chapter 1037: Home Delivery! (2)

This is a pretty reasonable explanation.

’Instant mastery’ does exist.

But the old monk doesn’t know.

That only leaves one answer.

The old monk unknowingly learned a similar secret technique, without realizing it.

Naturally, the previous Master of Tongshou Temple knew it too.

Otherwise, how could he have explained it to the old monk.

As for the so-called talent the old monk mentioned?

Jason couldn’t quite evaluate that.

After all, his own talent had long surpassed that of mere mortals.

Yes!

After muttering to himself in his heart, the text before him appeared once again.

[Doppelganger Hair (Basic): Initially created by the second-generation Master of Tongshou Temple, and then thoroughly perfected by the third generation; Effect: It takes 2 months (time determined based on physique, hair quality, and density) to create a basic, expressionless doppelganger. This doppelganger cannot move independently or perform complex actions. At a glance, it is clearly a dummy.]

(Note: I absolutely did not complete the perfection of the Doppelganger Hair just because I couldn’t afford a haircut—third-generation Master of Tongshou Temple!)

...

To master the basics, Jason spent 25 points of satiety.

From basic to novice, it takes 35 points of satiety.

Without hesitation, Jason chose to learn.

[Doppelganger Hair (Novice): Initially created by the second-generation Master of Tongshou Temple, and then thoroughly perfected by the third generation; Effect: It takes 2 months (time determined based on physique, hair quality, and density) to create a basic, expressionless doppelganger. Although the doppelganger can’t move independently, it can now perform more complex actions, but at a glance, it is still clearly a dummy.]

(Note: I absolutely did not complete the perfection of the Doppelganger Hair just because I couldn’t afford a haircut—third-generation Master of Tongshou Temple!)

...

From novice to proficient level, it takes 40 points of satiety and 1 point of Excitement of Feast.

Satiety, Jason had plenty.

But Excitement of Feast? Jason didn’t have any.

So, Jason stopped right there.

Looking up once more, Jason saw the old monk’s eyes filled with that same anticipatory look.

And perhaps... excitement?

Why such eyes?

Jason was puzzled.

Then, he heard the old monk ask—

"Master, do you need me to explain?"

"How about I run you through the whole process of [Doppelganger Hair] from start to finish?"

"Don’t worry, I’m not tired."

"I’ve been looking forward to this day for a long time."

The old monk of Tongshou Temple said so.

The old monk wasn’t lying.

He truly had been looking forward to this day for a long time.

Not just to fulfill the last words of the previous Master of Tongshou Temple, but also because of an anticipation in his heart.

He had never been a teacher in his life.

But to be a teacher must be quite joyful.

Back then, he had watched class 3-B through a display window for three years.

Sometimes he would listen to class 3-2.

Somehow, the old monk had been looking forward to this day.

Looking forward to the day he could be a teacher.

And now it had finally arrived.

How could he not be excited, not expectant?

Come on, ask me!

Hurry up and ask me!

The old monk was screaming inside.

Then, the old monk saw Jason shake his head.

"No need."

"I’ve already reached the novice level."

Jason replied in such a manner.

"What?!"

The old monk couldn’t help but raise his voice, staring at Jason dumbfounded, his face full of disbelief.

And Jason?

Circulating his Qi-Blood to cleanse his hair.

His hair, sticking close to his scalp, began to sway as if coming to life.

Watching this scene, the old monk was completely flabbergasted.

He had mastered it!

As someone who had practiced [Doppelganger Hair] to a considerable extent, the old monk knew exactly what reaching the novice level looked like.

It had taken him a full ten days to achieve this step in the past.

And Jason?

Three minutes?

Or two minutes?

Is this what talent looks like?

The old monk felt a sense of disappointment, a sudden emptiness inside.

He had prepared thick notes, ready to give to Jason.

Now what?

Sigh!

The old monk sighed.

However, immediately, the old monk cheered up.

Because the stronger Jason was, the more advantageous it was for Tongshou Temple.

Finally, he was no longer just a pretentious Master of Tongshou Temple.

However, he was indeed the true Master of Tongshou Temple.

At last, my task is finally completed.

The life that follows...

The old monk subconsciously thought of returning to the countryside, but then he remembered that his savings had been completely depleted.

Indeed, I have to become a wanderer!

But, there’s nothing bad about that!

The benevolent and broad-minded old monk smiled and shook his head, completely indifferent.

"Master, what should we learn next...huh?"

The old monk was about to say something when he suddenly turned to look at the left wing room within the temple.

And Jason had already shifted his gaze there even sooner.

Feeling the strangeness there, the old monk clasped his hands together in prayer.

"What is meant to come, will always come."

"It’s just that it’s a bit earlier than expected."

"Master, please stay here, I will handle this."

The old monk spoke and was about to step out.

In the eyes of the old monk, this was one of the troubles he brought upon himself.

Although he thought of shifting the blame to Jason, if Jason really was in trouble, he certainly couldn’t ignore it.

But before the old monk could take a step, he was stopped by Jason.

"You stay in the temple, leave the rest to me."

Jason said, his nostrils flaring uncontrollably.

Complex, multiple scents permeated around Tongshou Temple.

Many, cold and malicious intents spied around Tongshou Temple.

It was not until this moment that Jason realized, although the ’Fei’ character banner was troublesome, it was not without its benefits.

At least, some ’food’ would be attracted to this ’bait’.

He needed to make good use of it!

Therefore, absolutely no one could interfere!

He had to take action himself!

With this thought, Jason naturally would not allow the old monk to intervene.

Under the stimulation of the ’food’, Jason’s figure vanished in a flash as he stepped out of the Sutra Depository.

It wasn’t that he moved extremely fast.

But rather, he used Stealth, a secret technique.

Jason did not wish to startle the ’snake’.

Hui Lijing, he would rescue.

And he also wanted the ’food’.

Thus, he would first take down the ’food’ and then go find Hui Lijing.

Following the scent emitted by the ’food’, Jason easily collected three pieces of ’food’.

After arranging the ’food’ carefully, Jason successfully rescued the female detective.

So, when the female detective asked if Jason had arrived earlier, his answer was truthful.

He had indeed just arrived.

However, it was because of his strong perception that he noticed every move made by the female detective.

...

A cloaked black figure appeared outside Tongshou Temple.

"Has the plan failed?"

"As expected of the Master of Tongshou Temple."

"Not only did he see through my plan, but he also managed to rescue the ’bait’ by merely sending a young man."

The figure spoke and stepped towards the interior of Tongshou Temple.

In that small courtyard, the old monk of Tongshou Temple was already standing there.

"Benefactor, please halt."

Looking at the person walking in with an unfriendly aura, the old monk of Tongshou Temple said gently.

The cloaked shadow paused in his steps.

Narrowing his eyes, he observed the composed and unafraid old monk of Tongshou Temple, a hint of wariness flashing in his eyes.

"Hand over the ’Fei’ character banner!"

"I will leave immediately!"

"I promise not to harm Tongshou Temple at all."

Amidst his wariness, the black figure spoke coldly.

And the old monk of Tongshou Temple?

He really wanted to hand over the ’Fei’ character banner, but he truly did not have it!

Likewise, he was well aware that explanations would be useless.

Therefore, he decided to keep silent.

But this attitude made the black figure even more wary.

He took a small step back and shouted in a high voice –

"Do you think I’m alone?"

"Fengmo Brothers, come out!"

The Fengmo Brothers?

Are they the rumored monster siblings?

This is troublesome!

The old monk of Tongshou Temple tightened inside, but his face remained calm as he just stood there quietly.

The voice of the uninvited guest echoed in the courtyard.

Then—

Whoosh!

The wind swept through the leaves, but nothing appeared.

It was utterly silent.

Suddenly, the atmosphere became awkward.