The delicacies of the heavens begin with obtaining gem meat.

Chapter 162 Inviting Kona to taste the food

After several back-and-forth exchanges, Kona sighed helplessly.

After much consideration, he agreed to Jiang Yan's proposed exchange: one BB Corn in exchange for one starter Pokémon or another Pokémon of equivalent value.

Jiang Yan originally thought that Kona would continue to negotiate, but he didn't expect her to give up so quickly. Obviously, Kona is not very good at bargaining!

But this has nothing to do with Jiang Yan, he asked Kona very frankly.

"Tell me, how many BB corn kernels do you need in total?"

Kona did not answer immediately, but leaned forward slightly, a shrewd glint in her eyes.

"Jiang Yan, you should know that raising Pokémon is far more complicated than you imagine."

"And I have training programs for Ice-type and Water-type Pokémon."

"This includes the development of basic moves, the use of hidden characteristics, the improvement of physical fitness to the limit, and even the targeted refinement of combat skills."

"You probably really need it."

Looking at Kona, Jiang Yan had to admit that he really needed it.

To successfully develop the "Food Restaurant," the participation of many Pokémon is definitely needed.

However, if a Pokémon is weak or lacks stamina, it will often run out of energy after using a few moves, greatly reducing its efficiency.

If there were a professional training program to improve the Pokémon's strength, it would naturally be a good thing for him.

Of course, Kona obviously didn't intend to give it to him for free.

In fact, he could get some training plans from Professor Oak without having to pay anything in return.

But sometimes what's free is the most expensive.

Therefore, Jiang Yan felt it was better to trade with Kona, especially since he didn't lack BB corn.

So Jiang Yan asked quite bluntly.

"I do need it, so how much BB corn do you want?"

Looking at Jiang Yan, Kona smiled, and then began to think about what price to offer.

After all, it's difficult to price such a breeding program, but as one of the Elite Four in the Kanto region, the breeding program she offers certainly can't be too cheap.

After thinking for a moment, Cona deliberately quoted a number that she considered to be far beyond its actual value.

"At least one hundred BB corn kernels."

This price leaves room for negotiation later, and also allows us to exert some leverage over Jiang Yan.

She still vividly remembered Jiang Yan's unyielding manner just now.

However, to Kona's utter surprise, Jiang Yan nodded decisively without even thinking.

"no problem."

"Actually, this price—can be negotiated further—"

Ke started to speak unconsciously, but stopped abruptly halfway through his sentence!

One hundred BB corn kernels seemed like a high price to her, but Jiang Yan agreed without hesitation!

This left Kona speechless, her words of wits stuck in her throat. Her eyes were filled with astonishment, and for a moment she didn't know what to say.

Seeing Kona's unexpected and conflicted expression, Jiang Yan couldn't help but smile slightly.

Jiang Yan thought the price was quite reasonable. Although he could probably negotiate it down a bit, he didn't want to go through that trouble.

The smile, however, only intensified Kona's frustration.

He had intended to outmaneuver Jiang Yan, but was instead caught off guard by Jiang Yan's decisive attitude.

Despite her frustration, the thought of getting an extra hundred BB corn made Loretta absolutely unwilling to back out.

Of course, even after acquiring 100 BB corn kernels, Kona was still prepared to trade some more.

As for how much can be traded, it depends on how many Pokémon Jiang Yan needs that she can collect.

After reaching an agreement, Lorelei began contacting people to collect Pokémon.

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As for Lorelei herself, she plans to stay at Oak's lab.

While waiting for Professor Oak's research results, they also waited for the Pokémon they wanted to trade to arrive.

Led by the institute staff, Kona selected a guest room.

After tidying up, Kona planned to go and have a chat with Jiang Yan.

After all, both Jiang Yan himself and the news from the other world piqued Kona's curiosity.

However, Kona couldn't find Jiang Yan in the courtyard.

After asking the research institute staff, Kona finally found Jiang Yan, who was busy in the kitchen.

At this moment, Jiang Yan stood in front of the stove, processing the ingredients with fluid and effortless movements.

Seeing this, Kona did not disturb Jiang Yan, but simply stood aside and watched.

Jiang Yan had already noticed Kona's arrival.

However, Kona did not disturb him, so Jiang Yan continued cooking.

Under Kona's watchful eye, Jiang Yan first put the rinsed rice into the pot, added an appropriate amount of water, and slowly brought it to a boil over low heat.

The rice grains gradually unfurled in the pot, releasing a faint aroma of rice.

At this moment, Jiang Yan took out a crab claw that had fallen off a large crab. With a light stroke of his Melk cleaver, the hard crab shell cracked open, revealing the tender, plump, firm, and bouncy crab meat inside.

Remove the crab meat and put it into the boiling porridge pot. Then take a few Paracel mushrooms, wash and slice them, and add them to the pot.

The savory flavor of crab meat and the delicate aroma of mushrooms blend together, filling the kitchen with the rising steam and making one's mouth water.

Soon, a pot of steaming hot and fragrant crab meat congee was ready.

Jiang Yan turned off the stove, turned around, looked at Kona standing at the door, and invited her.

"Freshly made crab porridge, Ms. Kona, would you like to try some?"

Smelling the irresistible aroma in the air, and recalling Professor Oak's exaggerated description of how delicious Jiang Yan's cooking was, Kona was indeed tempted. Without pretending to be reserved, she simply nodded.

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"Thank you for your hospitality."

Jiang Yan smiled, took out two white porcelain bowls, scooped up two bowls of steaming crab meat porridge, and handed one of them to Kona.

Taking the crab porridge, Kona scooped up a spoonful, gently blew on it to cool it, and then put it in her mouth.

The delicious flavor exploded on the tip of the tongue instantly.

The meat of the giant crab is springy and firm, with a slightly salty taste. It is delicious enough without much seasoning; the mushrooms from Paradis are fresh and crisp; the rice porridge is cooked until soft, sticky and sweet.

The aroma, a blend of the three, is neither overpowering nor cloying.

As the warm porridge slid down her throat, warming her all the way to her stomach, Kona felt her whole body warm up.

Professor Oak had previously emphasized that Jiang Yan's cooking was absolutely delicious, but Lorelei didn't really care.

But as the delicious flavor of the crab porridge unfolded on her tongue, she realized that Professor Oak had not exaggerated.

After finishing a bowl of crab porridge, Kona inexplicably reached out to ask for more rice, and Jiang Yan smiled and refilled it for her.

One bowl, two bowls, until the third bowl was finished, her stomach was so full that she could not hold anything more. Only then did Kona reluctantly put down her chopsticks and look at Jiang Yan with a surprised expression.

"I really didn't expect your cooking to be this delicious."

"Professor Oak's description doesn't even come close to a tenth of the actual taste."

As Kona thought about how she had eaten three bowls in a row, a faint blush crept onto her fair cheeks.

Jiang Yan looked up at Kona with a smile on his face.

"After all, I am a chef."

"I'm so glad that Ms. Kona liked this crab congee."

Looking at Jiang Yan, Kona's curiosity grew even stronger.

After clearing away the dishes, Kona couldn't help but ask about the other world.

Jiang Yan did not hide anything from him and repeated what he had told Dr. Ooki.

However, unlike Professor Oak, Lorelei pays special attention to details.

They asked many follow-up questions about the architecture, food, lifestyle, how people interact in this other world, and whether there are any Pokémon-like creatures.

Jiang Yan was happy to share this.

Time flew by as they talked, and before they knew it, they had chatted for more than two hours.

Jiang Yan only stopped talking when the sunlight outside the window gradually shifted away.

"We've been chatting for so long, and it's getting a bit hot. I'm going to make some Moo Moo milk ice cream. Would Ms. Kona like to try some?"

Upon hearing that Jiang Yan was going to make ice cream, Kona's eyes lit up, and she immediately nodded and offered to help.

"I'll come and help out."

Jiang Yan naturally had no reason to refuse; having someone to help him would make things a little easier for him.

Jiang Yan regretted it only after Kona broke the third plate.

Kona also realized that she seemed to be only causing trouble, but if she gave up like this, wouldn't it make her look too stupid!

After thinking for a moment, Lorelei raised her hand and threw a Poké Ball. A red light flashed, and a Jynx appeared in the kitchen. Lorelei was clearly going to ask Jynx for help.

After coming out, Jynx called out softly to Kona, then turned and looked curiously at Jiang Yan.

Looking at Sister Mistress, a hint of interest flashed in Jiang Yan's eyes.

Jynx is an Ice/Psychic-type Pokémon, and the Psychic type should be viable for processing food.

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