Life

Liu Xiaoke's bed was not difficult to clean up. It was just that she did not have enough strength. Wang Yi took a look and realized that it was damaged by the impact. He quickly removed the evidence and helped her move everything out.

"Thank you. I'll treat you to a meal sometime."

Liu Xiaoke said to Wang Yi happily after the bed was moved.

She was clearly more familiar with Ma Dong, and with Ma Dong's build, it was obvious that he would make a good cow or horse. However, when she contacted someone, she still subconsciously chose Wang Yi, since she felt that she trusted him more.

"It's nothing. Coincidentally, we're eating beef bones together today. I wonder how Brother Ma Dong's culinary skills are."

Wang Yi smiled. Actually, because of his overclocking ability, he had mastered many techniques.

Even though he didn't spend much effort and his cooking skills didn't have any 'soul', his pure proficiency and skills were really high. Perhaps he couldn't compare to those world-renowned top chefs, but he was definitely stronger than professional chefs who were trained in batches.

He would first check on Ma Dong's situation. If Ma Dong's skills weren't good, he could still save the situation.

However, he sniffed the spices in the air. Aniseed, ginger, cloves, peppercorns, dried chili. This guy wasn't lying.

After all, Wang Yi did not tell him in advance about the bones. This meant that these were things that Ma Dong had always prepared.

"Quite a lot of bones. I'll go help."

Judging from their current interactions, although Ma Dong looked a little fierce, he could still be interacted with. They were all neighbors, so there was no reason for Wang Yi to let him work hard alone.

When Ma Dong saw Wang Yi coming over, he also heard the sound of them moving things. He said sourly.

"Why didn't you ask me for help? We've known each other for longer."

"I still have to rely on your cooking skills."

Wang Yi casually started to help. Ma Dong originally wanted to say something, but when he saw Wang Yi's skilled methods, he immediately stopped.

He didn't expect this young guy to have such a move.

He trained his body with discipline and had culinary skills. This kind of young man was really rare…

…

The fresh beef bones, coupled with the natural spices, were rich and fragrant.

The portable stove was boiling to prevent the oil from condensing.

The three neighbors all went to Ma Dong's table and started eating.

Ma Dong's room was the largest and core room on the third floor, but the rent was also the most expensive.

However, in terms of income, Ma Dong was quite good. He often got roles with lines, and because of his unique image, he was quite popular.

He was the kind of person whose name no one could name, but who would look familiar on the streets.

He had already exceeded 99% of movie extras.

He wasn't bragging when he said that he knew the group leaders and had resources. Although they weren't good resources, there were still many things he could talk about.

It was normal to rent a bigger room to improve his life.

Just like that, the three neighbors, who could only be considered ordinary neighbors before, had their first meal together.

"I didn't expect Brother Ma to be so skilled at cooking."

Liu Xiao did not care much about her image as she bit the cow bone. She bared her teeth and gave a thumbs up. However, she was good-looking. This meant she would only look cute.

Although she did not eat much spicy food, she still enjoyed chewing on the beef bones.

Ma Dong grinned foolishly after being praised by Liu Xiaoke. Then, he thought of something and brought out a box of beer.

"Would you like some?"

"Sure."

Wang Yi's constitution meant that alcohol damage was completely negligible. He was fine even if he drank industrial alcohol, let alone beer.

They opened two cans and drank while eating the beef bones.

After eating and drinking together, their relationship became much closer and they began to chat.

Even Liu Xiaoke, who couldn't eat much spicy food, also opened a can and joined in.

The hot beef bone soup was still splashing around. Coupled with the spicy taste and the stimulation of the beer, Liu Xiaoke's beautiful face was red as she kept breathing in.

Although a little beer was not enough to make Ma Dong drunk, he talked a lot under the stimulation of alcohol.

"My life is just like this. I just want to live peacefully now and find a wife to live with. I want to have a son and a daughter, haha~"

Although Ma Dong looked burly, it seemed that his alcohol tolerance was not as good as Liu Xiaoke's. He muttered and even burped. Then, he turned to Liu Xiaoke and said,

"Little Ke, don't think that I'm a little fierce. I'm a person who knows how to live. I've already saved seven to eight hundred thousand yuan, but I just don't suit the aesthetic standards of little girls like you."

Liu Xiaoke had been hit on many times and confessed in all kinds of roundabout ways, so she naturally understood what Ma Dong meant. However, she was a little carefree to begin with and had a strong sense of justice. She didn't like to play dumb and said bluntly.

"Yes, indeed you don't match my taste, but I believe Brother Ma will find a good partner. There aren't many men who can cook these days."

On the side, Wang Yi saw that Ma Dong had just revealed his intentions when he was directly shot down by Liu Xiaoke. He also held back his laughter and drank.

"Heh, sometimes I'm really envious of you. You can say whatever you want. I've specially asked about your production team's situation. You even know how to argue with the director."

Ma Dong was not sad because of Liu Xiaoke's words. Or rather, he was already prepared. With his experience, it was obvious that there would be no more chance at love with her.

However, after saying this, he was silent for a moment before continuing.

"However, with your personality, it's very difficult for you to continue walking here. Every circle has its own rules. It's just that, personally, I hope you can continue like this."

After saying that, Ma Dong raised his glass and took a big gulp. He had been here for ten years, and only he knew how sad he was.

Hearing Ma Dong's words, Liu Xiaoke was silent for a moment. She held the can with both hands and subconsciously turned it. Then, she smiled brightly.

"For as long as I can remember, everything about me was arranged by my parents, from my daily meals to my professional choices. There was almost no difference between eight and eighteen years old, and I've always been very obedient.

"I chose to come here after graduation. This is the first time I rejected the choice they made.

"I came here because I don't want to be at the mercy of others. Even my parents can't do it. What right does the director have?!"

With that, she took a big gulp. It could be seen that she had considered the consequences of insulting the director. She was probably a little frustrated today.

It was supposed to be a good neighbor's gathering, but it felt like it was about to turn into a competition about their pitiful lives…

In the end, Ma Dong was the first to collapse, causing Wang Yi to shake his head.

He had grown so big for nothing.

Fortunately, Wang Yi was strong. He casually carried Ma Dong back to the bed and cleaned up the scene.

The grease would solidify easily, so it was more convenient to clean it earlier. Liu Xiaoke, who was still very awake, helped out.

Looking at the cow bones that had been dumped, Wang Yi sighed regretfully.

If he was still in another world, with the density of natural mana and his abilities as a legendary mage, he could still make a skeleton out of cooked bones.

However, he could forget about it with the lacking level of mana in this world. It was strenuous and unrewarding. He had to use fresh enough bones.

After packing up, the two of them left Ma Dong's room and returned to their respective homes.

"I lost my composure today. I'm really sorry. I might have drunk too much."

Liu Xiaoke's face was still a little red. It looked even more beautiful and moving.

"It's nothing. Repressing it for too long is bad for your health. It's good to vent it out. However, as long as you're still alive, there's no hurdle that you can't overcome, right?"

Wang Yi thought of some of the things he had seen and heard in the other world. The bottom-level people there really only had the words 'stay alive' as their goal. Once they lost their health, it meant death.

"You're right. I'll see you tomorrow."

"See you tomorrow."