The Spirit of Gourmet

Chapter 414 The Number of Food Recommenders
Unlike the ritualistic presentation of tokens by other food recommenders and spirit bearers, the young Wen Yue's casual toss was quite nonchalant.

But this does not diminish the value of the heavy Moon Rose Emblem in Qin Lang's hand, after all, it was obtained by defeating the Renewed Food Spirit.

"Looks like I'll have to intensify my training during this period." Zhao Qian, who was standing to the side, rested her chin on her hand, looking somewhat melancholy.

Despite all the preparation and research she had done, she failed to get the badge, while Qin Lang, who accompanied her, did. This was quite a blow to her.

"You don't need to worry too much," Qin Lang comforted softly. "This time, Bubu and Agate's attributes were suppressed, which put them at a disadvantage."

"Your strength will continue to improve. As we travel together, we will eventually be able to collect all seven Level One Spirit Bearer Insignia."

"At that time, you will be able to activate the third star vein."

“Yeah,” Cao Dongdong said, arms crossed. “On the bright side, you may not be as good as Qin Lang, but you’re better than me. I haven’t even gotten a single Spirit Bearer’s Badge yet!”

"Thanks, but I wasn't comforted at all!" Zhao Qian couldn't help but roll her eyes.

As the group was talking, a staff member called Cao Dongdong over.

"Just wait and see how Tuantuan and I show off our skills!" Cao Dongdong said fiercely before heading excitedly to the battleground.

But when he saw the opponent he was matched with, he immediately deflated.

He was a giant, towering man who looked intimidating. More importantly, his food spirit was a three-star food spirit!
Qin Lang and Zhao Qian silently turned their heads away, unable to bear watching the tragic scene that followed. Sure enough, without any suspense, Tuantuan was sent back to Xingmai in less than a minute, while Cao Dongdong slunk down alone.

"I was too hasty." He wiped his face awkwardly. "I didn't expect the opponents I was matched with to be so strong."

"Maybe I should try matching again; maybe I'll find a weaker opponent."

"Alright, stop matching." Qin Lang pulled him away impatiently. "Do you still want to watch the third performance?"

"After receiving our medals of courage, we should go and line up."

“Okay.” Cao Dongdong shrugged.

As long as you've participated, you can receive a medal of courage from the staff. Soon, Qin Lang and the other two each had a silver medal with a beautiful design featuring light and night-blooming cereus.

"Click——"

Zhao Qian took out her camera, snapped a picture of the three medals together, and then giggled, "Let's go see a show!"
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"Phew~ I can't take it anymore."

Cao Dongdong returned to the hotel carrying large bags and panting heavily, followed by Qin Lang and Zhao Qian, who were empty-handed.

"Hey, you two, are you really going to leave me with these things?"

"How could you be so heartless?" Qin Lang said, suppressing a laugh. "Who told you to make a bet with me during the fourth performance just now, and then lose it?"

“We bought a lot of local specialties at the Magnolia Food Festival today, so you can take them back with you.”

"Dongdong, don't bet with Qin Lang so easily next time. You've never won." Zhao Qian covered her mouth and chuckled, chiming in from the side.

Cao Dongdong's expression grew increasingly depressed.

"I'm not talking to you guys anymore." He snorted. "I wonder if Zog and Fatima have returned yet."

"We've been wandering around for so long, they should be faster than us, right?" Qin Lang said casually, but then turned around and showed a surprised expression.

"It happened at the same time."

Behind them, Zog and Fatima, who had just returned from the museum, entered the hotel lobby, accompanied by Diyou.

"What a coincidence?" Di You was taken aback for a moment, then smiled. "Have you made any new discoveries over there?"

"I guess so," Qin Lang nodded. "Since you're all back, let's go to my room first." "I'm a little hungry. Let me make something to eat, and we can chat while we eat."

Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes lit up, and they nodded without hesitation.

Soon, the group was seated in the dining room of Qin Lang's room.

Steamed Whole Fish~

Qin Lang brought out the last dish and sat down as well, saying, "Everyone, you can start eating now."

"I'm really lucky today, I actually got to eat such a fine fish." Di You inhaled the aroma of fish in the air with great relish.

"Then I won't be polite."

After saying that, Di You picked up a piece of fish with his chopsticks. He could easily pick up the whole piece of fish meat. After taking a bite, the extremely sweet taste and the rich aroma of soy sauce mixed together, making it irresistible.

“This fish…” Di You exclaimed in amazement, unsure of how to describe it for a long time, “is the most delicious fish I’ve ever eaten.”

"Eat more if you like it." Qin Lang smiled and looked at Zuo Ge and Fatima, "Did you find anything interesting at the Hero Museum today?"

"Nothing much." Zuo Ge stroked his chin, a strange expression on his face. "Xu Guang mentioned before that there are some differences between the different versions of the legend, so this is the main area we are investigating this time."

"After all, the Museum of Heroes has collected many things left over from that time. If the legend itself is false, there will inevitably be conflicts."

"But in reality, the chain of evidence for the legend of the hero left behind back then is very complete."

"Not only are there letters from the Wei family's ancestors, but also various written records left by other residents."

"Even though these records differ in some ways, they all corroborate each other on the most crucial points."

"This means that they must have all experienced this event."

Upon hearing this, Qin Lang and the others' expressions immediately became complicated.

Could it be that they really misunderstood the Wei family?

What about the painting in Xu Guang's hand?

"The painting in Xu Guang's hand is ultimately vague and cannot definitively prove that the Silver Nightingale is the prototype of the Evil Nightingale." Di You put down his chopsticks lightly, not bothering to savor the food. "That may be another story, and has no real connection with this legend."

Upon hearing this, Qin Lang pondered for a moment before turning to look at Fatima, who seemed somewhat silent. "Fatima, have you discovered anything?"

Fatima pondered for a moment, "There is one."

Any discovery?
Everyone perked up, and Zhao Qian immediately asked, "What discovery did you make?"

“Hmm…” Fatima paused for a moment, “How many food recommenders are there in Rancho City?”

"Of course there are seven," Cao Dongdong said casually.

“I remember there were seven of us.” Zhao Qian nodded. “We received a brochure when we registered for the trip with the association.”

"The food recommenders mentioned above are seven in total."

"I recall there were seven as well." Qin Lang nodded slightly, then turned to look at Di You. "Di You is a local, so he should know."

"I remember it was seven people too..." Di You paused slightly, sounding somewhat hesitant, "but I've heard a rumor..."

"We are called Lanqiu City, but we actually have eight food recommenders."

(End of this chapter)