Renault was intrigued.

The glamorous middle-aged woman—could she really be the restaurant owner? Was she the head chef? Could she be the kind of person who maintains such a perfect figure while still excelling in the culinary arts?

Renault glanced at her again. He found it hard to believe that someone like her, with such elegance and charm, could also be the head of the kitchen, working under such harsh conditions. 

“Oh? Well, I guess you’d be right to be curious,” Renault said with a casual laugh. “I’ve been in search of good food all over the city. It’s rare to come across a place that not only serves great dishes but is also run by such an impressive woman.”

The woman chuckled softly. 

“You’re quite the smooth talker, aren’t you?” she said. “Since you’re so charming, I’ll give you a special discount. Just show them my card next time, and you’ll get 20% off!”

Renault took the card and glanced at the name: Lu You.

“Thank you, Sister Lu!” Renault said, with a friendly smile.

With the pleasantries exchanged, Renault felt more familiar with the place, and he had gained some useful contacts, which might come in handy if he ever needed to make quick business moves. A chance encounter like this was worth keeping in mind.

After saying goodbye to Lu You, Renault headed back to his villa. He knew that Mu Wanqing’s brother, Mu Zi, was working the night shift tonight, so it wouldn’t be wise to disturb her further. The best thing he could do was focus on his own plans.

Once back at his villa, Renault took out his phone and scanned the list of supplies Mu Wanqing had sent him earlier. It was a detailed inventory of goods that needed to be stocked. He didn’t waste any time and immediately placed an order for more daily essentials.

He ordered everything: hygiene products, seasonal clothes, shoes, socks, thermal underwear, yoga outfits, black stockings, and even some casual and athletic wear. 

Renault couldn’t help but smile as he browsed through the items. He even found himself lost in some cheeky images, but he quickly regained his focus.

After dealing with personal items, he moved on to ordering defense equipment: stab-proof vests, riot shields, batons, tactical knives, and various other survival gear. He realized that it was essential to be prepared for the worst. 

With his list of supplies complete, Renault sighed in satisfaction. It was close to midnight, and he had just finished his final order.

Just as he thought about resting, a message from Zhou Fei popped up, reminding him of the upcoming “Banquet of the Seas.” 

Renault read through the details with growing excitement.

The Banquet of the Seas was set to begin the following day. It was an elite event focused on outdoor survival products under the theme of "Apocalypse." The event would showcase rugged off-road vehicles, luxury yachts, mobile living pods, and even private planes. Anything that could enhance an outdoor survival experience was on display.

But the real highlight of the Banquet, as Zhou Fei had pointed out, was the late-night "Games" that promised to push boundaries. Renault's curiosity was piqued by the way Zhou had described these games, hinting at some wild and excessive entertainment.

Zhou had managed to secure an extra invitation for Renault, making sure he didn’t miss the event. It was going to be quite the spectacle, and Renault was determined to take full advantage of it.

Excited by the prospect of seeing the latest survival gear, Renault was particularly interested in finding a mobile home that would serve him well in any apocalyptic scenario. A luxury yacht also crossed his mind. If the world truly descended into chaos, and the land became flooded, a yacht might just be the ultimate survival tool.

As his thoughts wandered to the high-end toys that awaited him, Renault’s mind buzzed with excitement. He imagined himself aboard a magnificent yacht, sailing the high seas while others struggled on makeshift rafts. The contrast between survival and luxury had him grinning.

After the excitement of planning his future purchases, Renault decided to unwind by completing some last-minute orders for gourmet food to stock up on. Fried chicken, roast duck, noodles, tofu, spicy river snail noodles—he ordered them all in bulk.

By the time all the orders were placed and Renault had prepared himself for the event, the night had turned into early morning. He stretched and glanced at the remaining balance in his bank account—about 200 million yuan. It would be enough to cover the splurging he planned at the Banquet.

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At 8 a.m. the next day, Renault fed his baby crow before heading out. The little bird had grown into a sleek black creature with a glossy sheen to its feathers. Renault had affectionately named it “Coal Ball” due to its appearance. 

He had even prepared a small, cozy birdhouse for it, making sure it was safe and comfortable before leaving for the day.

Knowing he would be busy at the Banquet all day, Renault entrusted Coal Ball’s care to Mu Wanqing and promised to retrieve the bird later. 

Satisfied that everything was in order, Renault left to meet Zhou Fei and head toward the Banquet of the Seas.

The Banquet was being held at the marina, a luxurious and bustling harbor filled with all kinds of extravagant vessels. 

When Renault arrived, he was greeted by the sight of massive yachts, private planes, and the latest off-road vehicles displayed across a grand exhibition. Everything was as grand and luxurious as Zhou had described.

Luxury goods, yachts, trailers, private jets, and high-end camping gear were all on display, dazzling the wealthy attendees who strolled around, dressed in designer outfits. Women flaunted their elegant figures in bikinis or black stockings, competing with each other in beauty and allure. The sight of tall, slender women with long legs and striking looks dominated the harbor.

Among the exhibition stalls were some of the most expensive mobile homes and trailers Renault had ever seen. His attention was particularly drawn to the custom “Apocalypse Edition” off-road trailer that had just gone up for auction.

Excited, Renault eagerly participated in the auction, hoping to win one of these ultimate survival vehicles. The bidding wars were intense, and with each new bid, the atmosphere at the Banquet grew more electrifying.