The Spirit of Gourmet

Chapter 316: Surprise Test Questions
"Dad, I brought them!"

Zhang Yi waved in the direction of Zhang Qian and the other two, and then led Qin Lang and the other four to walk quickly to them.

"Hello, Mr. Zhang Qian." Zhao Qian took a deep breath, her expression visibly excited. "I... I want to apply for your Spirit Bearer assessment!"

Strictly speaking, Zhao Qian's first Spirit Master assessment was the one she faced Fu Xing at the Zhenniu Pavilion in Dongxia City. However, there was no chance of winning that assessment; it was merely a chance to experience the strength of a Spirit Master.

This time, Zhao Qian was serious.

She had studied the food spirits that Zhang Qian would send out for the assessment early on, and in the past few days, she had her two food spirits learn new combat skills specifically for this purpose.

Therefore, this assessment was of great significance to Zhao Qian.

If she can win, it means she has a chance to obtain more Level 1 Spiritbearer Insignia and activate the Third Star Vein through the Spiritbearer path.

If we can't win...

She probably needs more experience and training.

“No problem,” Zhang Qian said with a smile. “Xiao Yi has already told me the situation. If you’re ready, we can start now.”

"I'm ready!" Zhao Qian shouted, and with a flash of light, Bubu and Manao, equally eager for battle, appeared.

"Haha, good!" Zhang Qian grinned, glanced at Zhao Qian's two food spirits, and then summoned his own food spirit.

"Come out, Snow White!"

"咻咻~"

With a soft murmur, a Food Spirit as cute as a snow doll appeared beside Zhang Qian.

"drop--"

[Type: Spirit Eater]

[Level: Lv32]

【Taste attribute: salty】

[Elemental attribute: Ice]

【Food skills: fresh and full of freshness】

[Combat Skills (excluding self-learned combat skills): (Ice) Ice Crystal Blossom, (Ice) Flying Snow White Slash, (Ice) Ice Wheel Moment, (Ice) Breath of Cold Current]

[Experience Value: 92/100]

Upon seeing the scan results, Qin Lang couldn't help but take a deep breath.

Lv32, this level is much higher than Zhao Qian's Bubu.

But Zhao Qian has a good chance of winning this round.

In terms of attributes, Bubu's freshness can counter Baixue's saltiness, reducing the damage she receives by half.

In addition, although both food spirits are ice-type, Bubu's characteristic is [Super Low Temperature], which allows it to use ice to counter ice!

The ability to counter two attributes is the foundation for defeating opponents of higher levels!

It's clear that Zhao Qian came prepared!

“Your opponent is it!” Zhang Qian crossed his arms and looked at Zhao Qian. “You can send out all your food spirits for a battle of attrition until you defeat Bai Xue. If all your food spirits lose their fighting ability before you defeat Bai Xue, then this Spirit Master assessment will be considered a failure.”

"No problem?"

"No!" Zhao Qian shook her head.

She had done her homework early on and was naturally familiar with the assessment rules.

"In that case, let's go up on stage."

As he spoke, Zhang Qian pointed to the battle arena next to him, "Xiao Yi, you be the referee."

"Okay!" Zhang Yi nodded and quickly walked to the center of the field.

As the two went on stage, Qin Lang turned to look at Xue Yi, who had been standing next to Zhang Qian and remained below the stage.

For some reason, he felt like the other person was watching him, and the other person's face seemed vaguely familiar...

Um?and many more!

"Are you Ms. Xue Yi, the food recommender?" "Did you recognize me?" Xue Yi smiled. "It is indeed me."

"I just happened to be here today. I originally planned to come to Zhang Qian's place for a free meal, but I didn't expect to run into such an interesting thing."

As she spoke, Xue Yi looked at Qin Lang with a hint of admiration in her eyes, "So, how about it, are you interested in trying out my assessment?"

"Of course." Qin Lang nodded with a smile. "Since Ms. Xue Yi invited me, I'll naturally give it a try. When are you available?"

"Now."

“…Huh?” Qin Lang was taken aback.

He thought Xue Yi's invitation meant they would meet later.

"You mean... the assessment will be held at the Spirit Arena?"

"Not bad." Xue Yi nodded slightly.

“I asked Zhang Qian, and he said that the Spirit Arena also has ingredients and a kitchen, and I also brought a few Food Recommender badges with me.”

This can be done on the side?
Qin Lang couldn't help but have the same thought as Zhang Qian.

“I’ve heard about your situation.” Xue Yi smiled slightly. “An assessment without prior preparation can better reveal a chef’s ability to adapt to changing circumstances. This may not be easy for other spirit chefs, but I believe you should have this ability.”

“Of course.” Xue Yi paused for a moment. “This increases the difficulty, so if you pass my test, in addition to receiving my Food Recommender badge, you will also receive an extra reward.”

As for what it is…

"Allow me to get out of my way first."

"I have no problem." Qin Lang smiled.

The assessment for Level 1 Food Recommenders didn't require much preparation for him; even a surprise assessment would be perfectly manageable.

"Will the exam question still be about shellfish?"

“That’s right.” Xue Yi nodded slightly. “The main ingredient is shellfish, and there are no restrictions on the others. Just make a dish that satisfies me.”

As she spoke, she turned her head to glance at the battle about to begin in the arena, and smiled, "However, there's no need to be in such a hurry."

"Before the assessment begins, let's take a look at this battle."

"Mm." Qin Lang nodded.

This was Zhao Qian's first proper Spirit Master assessment, and he didn't want to miss it.

As the two were talking, Zhao Qian and Zhang Qian had already stood on either side of the battle arena, while Zhang Yi, who was temporarily acting as the referee, stood in the center of the arena.

"Both sides prepare!" Zhang Yi shouted, glancing at both sides who had summoned their food spirits. "The assessment begins!"

"Go, Agate!"

Almost the instant Zhang Yi finished speaking, Zhao Qian gave a soft shout and pointed her hand sharply in Zhang Qian's direction.

"Jili!"

Agate shouted and rushed towards the opponent at top speed.

"They actually sent out Agate first?" Cao Dongdong couldn't help but click his tongue in surprise. "If I remember correctly, Agate just broke through to the first star Food Spirit, right?"

"There is no counter relationship between wood and ice types. Fresh can counter salty, but the difference in strength between the two is too great. They will probably be defeated in one round."

"What kind of tactic is Zhao Qian using?"

“It’s a war of attrition.” Fatima pushed up her glasses and spoke calmly. “Agate is still weak, but if we teach it some skills that can affect the opponent’s condition, we can effectively weaken the opponent before it leaves the field, giving Bubu a greater advantage in the battle.”

"That should be correct." Qin Lang nodded slightly.

If he were to face Zhang Qian, he would also choose to let Lala go first.

It remains to be seen whether Zhao Qian's tactics will be effective.

"Trying to wear them down?" Zhang Qian's eyes flashed, having already seen through Zhao Qian's plan. He said in a deep voice, "Bai Xue, finish this quickly!"

"咻咻~"

Bai Xue responded, and as she paused, powerful ice energy rapidly gathered in front of her, then shot towards Agate like a laser beam.

Ice-based combat technique, [Freezing Beam]!
(End of this chapter)