The delicacies of the heavens begin with obtaining gem meat.

Chapter 91 Event Armor, Treasure Bugs and Mimic Dishes

Jiang Yan had barely stepped out of the hotel when three men who looked clearly ill-intentioned immediately followed him out with weapons. Of course, the three never returned.

After resolving the problem, Jiang Yan found a water source and discovered a relatively secluded small room nearby.

After setting up a stove, Jiang Yan began to cook dinner.

As for the food he ate at the hotel, it wasn't enough to fill Jiang Yan's stomach.

Jiang Yan first took out some parts of the movable armor, then took out a treasure insect that resembled a necklace, pondered for a moment, and then took out a few processed mandrakes.

They deftly disassembled the active armor, removed the soft-bodied creature inside, removed its internal organs, rinsed it repeatedly with clean water, and marinated a portion of it with a special seasoning, waiting for it to absorb the flavor.

Then, the removed metal armor plates were wiped clean and used as a baking tray on a makeshift grill. The marinated soft creatures were then placed on the tray and slowly roasted.

Next, the delicate legs of the necklace-shaped insect are removed, it is wrapped around a skewer, sprinkled with spicy and fragrant barbecue seasoning, and then placed on the grill to roast.

After adjusting the heat slightly, Jiang Yan began to process the remaining soft-bodied creatures.

Cut it into chunks, put it in a pot with peeled and sliced ​​mandrake, stir-fry briefly in hot oil, add a little spice to enhance the flavor, and a fragrant stir-fried mandrake is ready.

At this moment, the roasted armor and roasted treasure worms were also perfectly cooked.

Jiang Yan picked up a plate of grilled armor and put it in his mouth. The meat was tender and chewy, and the juices burst in his mouth. However, it still had a faint metallic taste, but it was still pretty good.

The roasted necklace worm is incredibly delicious, with a crispy outer skin and a tender, juicy interior. Each bite is bursting with flavor, a delightful blend of freshness and savory aromas that leaves you wanting more.

Take another bite of the stir-fried armored meat; its texture is firm and chewy, paired with the stewed, tender, and slightly sweet mandrake grass, making it fresh without being greasy, and the taste is superb.

After a hearty meal, Jiang Yan patted his belly with satisfaction, then went to the secluded little room he had discovered earlier, intending to rest for the night before setting off again.

Of course, before resting, Jiang Yan first searched the surrounding area to eliminate any potential safety hazards.

When Jiang Yan stopped in his tracks at a nearby room, his gaze fell on an old box.

Such boxes are not uncommon in mazes, but their "roundness" was found inside the boxes.

A huge, crustacean was curled up inside.

"Hiding in the box, it must be a mimicry monster."

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Jiang Yan muttered to himself.

Although it's called a treasure chest monster, Jiang Yan thinks this monster is more like a giant hermit crab.

Not only does it look very similar to a hermit crab, but it also has the same habits. The only difference is that hermit crabs live in shells, while treasure chest monsters live in treasure chests.

After confirming that it was a mimicry, Jiang Yan took out an ordinary longsword that he had previously obtained from the event armor.

This sword is perfect for dealing with mimics.

Press your hand down on the lid of the box, then gently lift it open a crack.

Two giant pincers, each over half a meter long, quickly extended, attempting to attack Jiang Yan.

Jiang Yan was prepared. Before the pincers could get close, he flipped his wrist and his longsword precisely pierced the gap in the box, directly into the head of the mimic monster.

With a faint hiss, the fiercely attacking pincers froze in mid-air, then fell limply to the ground and remained motionless.

Jiang Yan drew his longsword, opened the box completely, and pulled out the treasure chest monster's true form.

Upon closer inspection, the Mimic is about 1.5 meters long, covered in dark blue hard armor, with a pair of giant pincers that are particularly eye-catching. The pincers alone are half a meter long, making it look extremely intimidating.

After casually storing the mimic inside the "Food Restaurant," Jiang Yan inspected the remaining area. After checking for any dangers, he returned to the hidden room, took out a magic book, and began to read it.

As he turned the pages, drowsiness crept in, and before he knew it, Jiang Yan had fallen asleep against the stone wall.

He had just fallen asleep when he suddenly noticed some subtle noises around him. Upon investigation, he discovered that they were some orcs.

Seeing this, Jiang Yan returned to his room, wrapped himself tightly in the blanket, and quickly fell into a deep sleep again.

Because Jiang Yan's room was relatively secluded, and the orcs were on their way, they didn't notice him at all.

While fast asleep, Jiang Yan suddenly felt a chill, which made him involuntarily shrink back, pull the blanket tighter, and furrow his brows slightly.

Unaware that Jiang Yan was fast asleep, several ugly-faced, semi-transparent ghosts were surrounding him.

They floated in mid-air, their empty eye sockets staring intently at Jiang Yan, and several times tentatively reached out, trying to touch Jiang Yan's body.

But every time her fingertips were about to touch Jiang Yan, they would dissipate as if burned by a raging fire.

Several ghosts tried repeatedly, each time ending up burned and their bodies becoming even dimmer.

In the end, the ghosts could only let out a few silent whimpers before drifting away to other places.

The next morning, Jiang Yan woke up and couldn't help but sneeze as soon as he got up, his nose turning slightly red.

He rubbed his nose, his heart filled with surprise.

While his current physical condition isn't quite immune to heat or cold, general temperature changes no longer have much of an impact on him.

I caught a cold for no reason last night, which is really strange.

Fortunately, the symptoms were mild and nothing serious, so Jiang Yan quickly stopped caring about them.

At this moment, Jiang Yan touched his empty stomach, and his sleepiness instantly vanished.

It's time for breakfast. As for the ingredients, Jiang Yan is preparing the treasure chest monsters he caught last night.

He retrieved the mimic from the "Food Restaurant" and swiftly severed its giant pincers.

The pincers were covered with thick, hard armor. After thinking for a moment, Jiang Yan decided to steam them to lock in the flavor and preserve the tenderness of the meat.

Add water to a pot, place a steamer basket on top, put the two tongs inside the steamer basket, and then wait for it to steam until cooked.

After dealing with the pincers, Jiang Yan began cleaning the mimic's body, cutting open its hard armor, removing its internal organs and debris, and taking out—

meat.

They then split the legs open and removed the meat from them in the same way.

The meat of the mimic is very tender, making it perfect for making porridge.

Jiang Yan immediately took out the rice, washed it clean, put it in a pot, added spring water, brought it to a boil over high heat, and then simmered it over low heat.

Once the rice has been cooked until it is soft, sticky, and fragrant, add the diced Treasure Chest Monster meat to the pot, sprinkle in a few slices of ginger to remove any fishy smell, drizzle in a little vinegar and soy sauce for seasoning, stir well, and then simmer for a while to allow the savory flavor of the Treasure Chest Monster meat to fully blend with the richness of the rice porridge.

The treasure chest monster meat porridge is now complete.

Meanwhile, the Steamed Treasure Chest Monster's two pincers were already fully cooked.

The originally dark blue pincers turned into a bright vermilion after steaming, making them look incredibly appetizing.

Crack open one of the pincers, and the meat inside is instantly revealed. It is white and translucent, with clear texture, firm and plump, and steaming hot. A rich and fresh aroma wafts over and lingers in your nose.

Dip it in a sauce made with soy sauce, minced garlic, and sesame oil, and then put it in your mouth.

The meat of the treasure chest monster is firm, chewy, and refreshing, with a texture very similar to lobster meat, but with a touch more sweetness. It is fresh without being greasy, leaving a lingering fragrance on the lips and teeth.

Take another sip of the Treasure Chest Monster meat porridge. The porridge is smooth and soft, the Treasure Chest Monster meat is tender and flavorful, and the spiciness of the ginger neutralizes the fishy smell, resulting in a refreshing and delicious taste.

The warmth slid down my throat and into my stomach, dispelling the morning chill and making me feel completely comfortable.