A Bite of Douluo Continent

I'm just here to cook; I have to go back to work later... What about you?

Me too…

Those who could sense the fluctuations in the spiritual energy of heaven and earth and immediately appear at the entrance of Hanshi were naturally regular customers who had come to Hanshi to patronize the business. However, in the past, they would not have come together in such an orderly manner.

After all, people aren't idle every day. With everyone's schedules overlapping, only a few people can actually eat at the Cold Food Festival each day.

But today is a little different.

After all, the Cold Food Festival hadn't been open for a month. Even the most indifferent people were starting to feel hungry after waiting for so long. So, even if they had to put aside their work, they had to come and have a taste of this meal.

The two Limit Douluos at the head stood side by side, naturally not idle either.

"I've never seen the Sea God Pavilion emerge so orderly in my entire life. I'm afraid there isn't a single person left. They weren't this self-disciplined during the beast tide in the Star Dou Great Forest back then." Tang Qianqiu's voice was full of strangeness.

Qi Poxiao glanced at Tang Qianqiu silently, then said without revealing his expression, "It's just the time it takes to eat a meal, it won't cause any problems."

His eyebrows drooped, and he began to silently think about which few he should pull out to practice with when he got back.

These guys seem a bit lax; they need to be trained.

"Let's not talk about that. How's that matter going?" Qi Po-xiao asked, subtly changing the subject.

When this was mentioned, Tang Qianqiu's expression became more serious. "As you know, the evil spirit masters have probably become a force to be reckoned with. Our next steps in eliminating them should be changed."

"Your suggestion the day before yesterday was excellent. I have secretly ordered all Tang Sect branches across the Douluo Continent to send out a number of disciples to form surveillance teams in the vicinity of their respective branches. These teams will be responsible for investigating the whereabouts of evil spirit masters and eliminating them."

Tang Qianqiu shook his head. "In Shrek City, the monitoring team is managed by Niu Yue, but in the past two days, only one trace of evil soul masters has been discovered, and the so-called Holy Spirit Cult has disappeared without a trace. The monitoring teams of other branches have just been established, and the information has not yet been transmitted over. We don't know what the situation is."

"Didn't they say back then that the inner court disciples would also form an inspection team?" Tang Qianqiu turned to look at Qi Poxiao. "Why is there still no movement?"

The tone of those words was somewhat unpleasant, clearly implying an accusation.

The Tang Clan's inspection team has been established for two days, but Shrek Academy hasn't made a move. Are they planning to use Tang Clan disciples as pawns?

"Ahem." Qi Po-xiao was a little embarrassed, after all, he was indeed in the wrong. "I originally planned to set it up immediately, but the annual Sea God's Fate at Sea God Lake is coming soon. I thought that these kids have it tough, so let them participate in the inspection team's activities after this Sea God's Fate is over."

"This..." Tang Qianqiu fell silent.

He was also a disciple of Shrek Academy's inner court back then, so he was naturally familiar with the traditions of Shrek Academy's inner court.

The so-called "Sea God's Fate at Sea God Lake" was actually an internal matchmaking event within Shrek Academy.

The disciples of the inner court are all the pride of heaven, but in order to meet the requirements of the inner court, they cultivate as hard as they can, so much so that they don't care so much about their personal life's important matters.

So, almost two thousand years ago, after Shrek Academy was officially split into the Inner Academy and the Outer Academy, this special event came about.

Adhering to the principle of keeping wealth within the family, the Sea God Pavilion is quite concerned about the lifelong affairs of its inner court disciples, and this event came into being. To this day, it has become an important annual event for the inner court disciples.

Although it's just a blind date, all members of the Sea God Pavilion and all teachers and students of Shrek Academy will actually act as witnesses, offering their blessings to the couples who successfully pair up.

Therefore, it is of great significance.

With a sigh, Tang Qianqiu nodded, "Alright, but as a price, after the Sea God's Fate ends, my Tang Sect disciples will also need to rest and recuperate, and we'll replace them with disciples from Shrek Academy's inner court."

He is also a member of the Sea God Pavilion, but he is also the sect leader of the Tang Sect, and he has to consider the disciples of his sect.

"Deal." Qi Po-xiao readily agreed, and then added, "By the way, this Sea God's Fate has another significance; it's the two thousandth Sea God's Fate."

"Two thousand sessions...that's so many sessions already?" Tang Qianqiu's eyes showed a hint of surprise, then she looked at Qi Poxiao, "What are you trying to say?"

“I plan to allow outer court disciples to observe the Sea God’s Feast from now on, which can be considered an incentive for them. This year’s event is even more special, so why not open it up completely and allow outsiders to come and watch, while also showcasing Shrek Academy’s strength? What do you think?” Qi Po-xiao seemed quite interested in this topic.

"Aren't you afraid of exposing too much and arousing the suspicion of the two great empires?" Tang Qianqiu curled his lip.

"If Shrek City isn't exposed, they won't be afraid?" Qi Po-xiao shook his head slightly. "After thousands of years of development, Shrek has long become a behemoth. I can only guide it onto the right path and prevent it from veering off course."

"The rest doesn't matter."

Upon hearing this, Tang Qianqiu remained silent for a moment.

The Tang Sect and Shrek Academy have always had a very close relationship. Many titled Douluo powerhouses in the Tang Sect also hold the title of elder of the Sea God Pavilion, while many promising talents who graduate from Shrek Academy are recommended by Shrek Academy to enter the Tang Sect and become new blood for the Tang Sect.

Although the Tang Sect's headquarters are still in Tiandou City, its branches have already spread throughout the continent, showing a trend of becoming a neutral force like Shrek Academy.

Therefore, in this respect, Tang Sect and Shrek Academy are not much different; both are objects that both countries are wary of.

"Whatever you want, it's good to show your strength."

Chapter 234 Qi Poxiao's Excitement (Bonus Chapter 2/10 by Loquat Boss)

"Let's not talk about that. Where are your little followers? Why is only one here?"

After a moment of silence, Qi Po-xiao glanced at Yu Hua behind Tang Qianqiu and spoke with a smile.

Tang Qianqiu couldn't help but roll her eyes.

What the hell is this little lackey? He's at least the head of a branch of Shrek Academy.

Although they were both young, these four branch leaders were indeed still quite young.

A hint of embarrassment flashed in Tang Qianqiu's eyes.

He remembered yesterday when Tai Lei and Zhao Yunsheng asked him for leave to go to the Xingluo City branch to "visit relatives".

Two idiots!

No, Qi Po-xiao can't know about this.

Family scandals should not be aired in public.

"He went to carry out a mission for the Tang Clan." Tang Qianqiu's expression returned to calm. "Why do you care so much?"

"Alright then." Qi Po-xiao shook his head with some regret.

I was thinking that since I hadn't seen that kid Terry for a while, I could tease him and have some fun.

Pity.

...

"Ah!"

A sneeze, as loud as thunder, rang out. Terry rubbed his nose and muttered under his breath, "Why is someone thinking about me again?"

Zhao Yunsheng, standing behind him, couldn't help but roll his eyes.

"Hey, Old Sparrow, when are we going back to Shrek City?" Terry muttered, glancing at the closed door of the Cold Food Shop. "I'm not tired of this hot pot yet, how about... we stay a few more days?"

The two rushed to Xingluo City yesterday, patiently waiting for the Cold Food Festival to open, only to be told that Qi Han had already left Xingluo City and returned home.

Although they were annoyed, they were already there, and the aroma of various hot pots wafting from the Cold Food Festival whetted their appetites again.

After trying it out, the two were immediately amazed.

This kind of food is really interesting, and you can even cook the food yourself, make your own dipping sauce, and choose the broth yourself.

Such food is unheard of.

Tai Lei loves meat, and the wide variety of meats in this hot pot really hit his sweet spot. The spicy broth is especially numbing and flavorful, which he loves.

For Zhao Yunsheng, the elegant and exquisite presentation of the ingredients, as well as the graceful way of picking up the ingredients, lightly swishing them in the dipping sauce, and then putting them into his mouth, perfectly matched his preferences.

He prefers a milder flavor in hot pot broth, and there are several types of broths available for him to choose from here.

Upon hearing Thales' words, a rare look of conflict appeared on Zhao Yunsheng's face.

After arriving here, he discovered that the head of the Min Hall in Xingluo City was a member of the Bai family.

Although he had never interacted with this member of the Bai family, he didn't have a good impression of anyone from the Bai family, and the other party was equally unfriendly to him.

This made him feel quite awkward staying here, and he couldn't wait to return.

But... he had only eaten hot pot, such a profound and complex cuisine, twice, and hadn't fully experienced its flavors yet. How could he possibly leave now?

Unlike that simpleton Terry, he had been careful yesterday and specifically asked the waiter named Coco in the store. That's when he found out that even if he returned to Shrek City, he wouldn't be able to eat this hot pot.

Hot pot is currently only available at the Xingluocheng branch.

Although he can enjoy other delicacies after returning to Shrek City, he'll probably miss out on hot pot.

Fine... I'll stay a few more days. At worst, I'll just avoid running into that annoying guy!

Thinking of this, Zhao Yunsheng sighed softly, "Let's stay a few more days, I'm afraid we won't be able to eat this hot pot when we go back."

"Squeak."

Keke slowly pushed open the shop door, and Tai Lei and Zhao Yunsheng's eyes lit up at the same time.

We're finally open for business!

...

The Cold Food Festival is finally open for business!

With the appearance of dozens of powerful figures, the news swept through the entire Shrek City like a gust of wind.

Countless eager diners pushed open their doors and rushed towards the Cold Food Festival, afraid of being late and not being able to get in line.

As Fuya opened the door, diners filed in, and their first action upon entering was…

Look at the price list wall.

After seeing the last six new dishes on the price list, the diners' faces lit up with surprise.

Two of the six new dishes, like the fish belly stuffed with mutton, had purple price tags and were equally expensive. These dishes were unaffordable for ordinary diners, but for some high-level soul masters, they were a source of great joy.

The previous dish, "Hidden Sheep in Fish Belly," already had the magical effect of inducing deep meditation. So, what about these two dishes?

This made them quite excited.

The remaining four dishes are priced more affordable for ordinary diners.

Therefore, the six new dishes were almost universally appreciated, as everyone was able to find something they liked.

The diners' surprise reached its peak after Fuya told everyone that the "Blazing Flame in the Cup" was a type of wine.

liquor!

It's worth noting that the most criticized aspect of the Cold Food Festival was that the restaurant didn't serve any alcohol; the only beverage was Qinan juice.

Although Qinan juice is sweet and thirst-quenching, it obviously cannot satisfy the needs of some diners who are addicted to alcohol.

In this world of simple and rugged folk customs, people's love for alcohol even surpasses that of their previous life on Earth.