Douluo Dragon King: Doumu's Blessing, I Am the Star Lord

Compared to Na'er, Gu Yue herself didn't have much need for food. She elegantly picked up a small piece of tuna and took a few bites.

Qian Gu Xing Ci possesses a top-tier physical martial soul, from which the power of the stars in the heavens can continuously provide him with strength. The nourishing effect of that star power is in no way inferior to that of the Red Jade Shrimp.

That's why Qian Gu Xing Ci once secretly observed himself, wondering if there was anything about him that had turned green.

However, he quickly dismissed the idea, as photosynthesis was not as comprehensive as his, operating continuously around the clock.

What kind of plant photosynthesis? Waste fog!

Therefore, for him, eating is simply a hobby, a pleasure to enjoy food, rather than a necessity.

Gu Yue noticed Qian Gu Xing Ci's absent-mindedness while eating, and a smile flashed in her eyes. She handed him the prepared lobster and crab legs: "What are you daydreaming about? If you don't eat soon, Na'er will eat them all."

Qian Gu Xing Ci snapped out of his daze and enjoyed the fruits of Gu Yue's labor, the fresh and mellow taste exploding in his mouth.

Indeed, even with the nourishment of celestial power, the joy of delicious food is irreplaceable.

Na'er, who was engrossed in eating, caught a glimpse of Gu Yue peeling crabs and pouted, complaining, "No way, Gu Yue, you're being lazy again!"

The silver-haired idiot is draped in an elegant, ancient-style veil!

Na'er channeled her grief and anger into her appetite, picked up her tools and sped up her pace, launching a whirlwind attack on the remaining seafood on the table. Crab legs, shrimp meat, and sea urchin roe were devoured one after another, her movements so fast that only afterimages remained. The original table full of seafood was quickly devoured by her.

There were no easy wins this time.

Qian Gu Xing Ci and Na'er are the main damage dealers, while Gu Yue is the top-tier support!

After finishing her meal, Na'er gently patted her still flat stomach and waved to the waiter not far away: "Waiter, that's not enough, bring another family bucket!"

The waiter had just brought over the cutlery when he heard this and froze on the spot, looking at the three little ones in front of him in horror—this was enough for five high-level Soul Masters, and it wasn't even enough.

His lips twitched. Not daring to delay, he quickly took out his soul-guided communicator and called his boss.

Not long after, a well-dressed, slightly overweight middle-aged man strode over; he was the seafood shop owner.

He strode to the kitchen and asked around, "I prepared this for five high-level Soul Masters, the portion is definitely enough, has someone embezzled it?"

Everyone quickly checked and found that the kitchen had not cut corners, and no one else had touched the seafood on the table. The only possibility was that the three teenagers in front of them were simply gluttons with an astonishingly large appetite.

The shop owner was also a Soul Master, although his level was not high. He knew that some special Martial Souls had a huge demand for food, and he immediately understood. The doubt on his face gradually turned into amazement.

At this moment, Na'er blinked her big, innocent eyes and looked at the shop owner, asking, "Uncle shop owner, do you mean this family bucket is meant for the whole family to eat together?"

The owner was taken aback by the question, his mind racing for a moment before he quickly came up with a solution: "No, this is actually the whole seafood family. It includes their parents, relatives, and all sorts of other relatives. Put them all together and it's a 'family bucket'!"

Na'er nodded as if she understood, but then pressed on, "Are crabs and lobsters related? They look completely different!"

Seeing this, the young waiter next to him quickly came up with a clever idea and stepped forward to explain, "Sir, look, this crab has two claws, and that lobster also has two claws. Maybe they're related as ancestors, they must be connected!"

Upon hearing this, the boss breathed a sigh of relief and gave the waiter a grateful look. He secretly planned to give the young man a raise later—as expected, the young man was quick-witted and could save the day in a critical moment!

Kona persisted, pressing for more information: "What about the others? Oysters and sea urchins don't have claws, and they don't look like crabs or lobsters. Are they also part of the same family?"

Why are they even chasing and killing people?!

The waiter's smile froze, but he forced a smile and continued explaining, "Look, most of these have shells! And even if we disregard species, don't they all live in the sea? If they live in the same sea, they're all family!"

The waiter is numb!

Na'er stared at the empty plates on the table, pondered for a few seconds, and then nodded: "That makes sense! Uncle, give me another family bucket, to go!"

The owner and the waiter exchanged a glance, both seeing shock in each other's eyes. A big customer!

The owner had a big smile on his face the whole time, looking at him like he was a god of wealth. He quickly stepped forward and said in an extremely respectful tone, "Please take care, gentlemen! Next time you come, our shop will definitely reserve the freshest seafood for you and give you a discount!"

Chapter 24 Have you ever fallen in love with a city because of a person? (4K)

As night deepened, the myriad lights of Tiandou City glowed warmly in the thin mist.

Qian Gu Xing Ci and his companions followed the streets and alleys to a refined hotel and booked three rooms.

"Goodnight!" Na'er waved her little hand and skipped and hopped as she pushed open her bedroom door.

Gu Yue simply nodded slightly, her cool voice as light as the wind: "Good night."

Qian Gu Xing Ci smiled and waved to the two of them: "Get some rest."

As the door closed slightly, three figures sat cross-legged on the couch, their auras gradually stabilizing, and they all entered a state of cultivation.

The following morning,

Only a few wisps of pale golden clouds remained on the eastern horizon. Sunlight filtered through the carved windows of the city tower and the sycamore leaves along the street, casting dappled shadows on the bluestone pavement. A gust of wind caused the light spots to sway gently.

Qian Gu Xing Ci's white outfit, adorned with star patterns, shimmered in the sunlight.

He looked up at the sky and nodded slightly: "The weather is nice."

Na'er, standing beside him, had her long silver hair tied up in a neat ponytail. Her light blue off-shoulder dress accentuated her lively features, and the sunlight falling on her hair gave it a faint silver glow.

She stretched, her silver-gray eyes curving into crescents. "Xingci, let's go!"

Gu Yue slowly walked down the steps. Her light purple strapless dress shimmered delicately in the sunlight, and the pink accessories in her hair swayed gently. Her cool and aloof features were softened by the warm sun, and she simply murmured an "Mmm".

GOGOGO, let's go!

The three walked side by side on the main street of Tiandou City. Shops along the street opened one after another, and warm light fell on the dazzling signs.

The candied hawthorns from street vendors glistened with sugar coating, and the fried dough sticks from breakfast stalls sizzled in the oil. The aroma of wheat and sweetness mingled with the warmth of the sun.

Gu Yue, who was standing to the side, was slightly taken aback, and a rare look of surprise appeared in her eyes. Na'er hadn't actually asked for anything to eat.

"Na'er...aren't you going to eat first?"

Upon hearing this, Na'er waved her hand dismissively, feigning displeasure: "Gu Yue, what kind of person do you take me for? Is all you think about is food?"

Gu Yue looked at her quietly, her eyes conveying a straightforward truth.

Qian Gu Xing Ci chuckled and pointed out, "Going to the Blacksmith Association doesn't conflict with eating good food. Some of the best food in Tian Dou City is at the Blacksmith Association."

Na'er's little secret was exposed. Her face immediately fell, and she looked unhappy.

Qian Gu Xing Ci chuckled as he watched, then magically produced a bag of limited-edition snacks and waved it in front of her.

Na'er's eyes lit up, and she was instantly appeased, a smile immediately spreading across her face.

The three stepped into the gates of the Blacksmiths' Association.

"Welcome, all three of you," an elderly man at the reception desk said gently.

Upon seeing the ancient star, the old man knew their purpose.

The fact that he is a disciple of a master craftsman speaks volumes!

Qian Gu Xing Ci's gaze swept over the six-star medal hanging on the old man's chest; a level six blacksmith, even in any place, he would be considered a rare talent.

Qian Gu Xing Ci wasn't surprised. After all, Shrek Academy had Old Chen, the janitor, so it was nothing for a level six blacksmith to be a receptionist!

"You've come to see the president," the old man said gently. "The president is giving a public lecture now, so it will probably be a while before he finishes."

Upon hearing this, Qian Gu Xing Ci looked at Gu Yue and Na'er, "Then let's go inside and wait."

After giving his reminder, the old man didn't say anything more. The master craftsman's apprentice was just as comfortable here as he was at home!

Of the three, only Gu Yue was visiting for the first time, while Na'er went straight to the Divine Craftsman's Small Dining Hall.

Have you ever fallen in love with a city because of a person?

Na'er has something to say: Because Mu Ye is in Tian Dou City, I have fallen in love with Tian Dou City!

The morning sunlight streamed through the tall, intricately carved dome of the Forging Association, casting golden rays into the first-floor lobby.

In the center of the hall, a massive forging table gleamed with a dull metallic sheen, still warm from the recent spirit forging. The master craftsman Zhenhua was dressed in a dark gray forging suit, the sleeves rolled up to his forearms, revealing his sharply defined arms.

He had just completed a superb demonstration of spirit forging.

After the demonstration, Zhenhua began explaining to the junior blacksmiths gathered around the forging table. His voice was steady and powerful, and every word he spoke was precious, from the precise control of soul power infusion to the techniques for harmonizing metal attributes during spirit forging.

To be taught by a master craftsman and to observe him forging is an incredible opportunity, and one is afraid of missing even the slightest detail.

The quality of the Blacksmiths' Association lies in its master craftsmen. Public lectures, on the other hand, are for the purpose of training a large quantity of blacksmiths. Only a blacksmiths' association that focuses on both aspects can truly be called a blacksmiths' association. Otherwise, it can only be called an affiliated blacksmiths' association or a blacksmithing school.

As Zhenhua finished speaking, he raised his hand to indicate that his explanation was over, and the audience erupted in cheers and thanks.

He nodded slightly, turned and went to the small kitchen, but the soul-guided communicator in his pocket suddenly vibrated slightly.

Zhenhua raised his hand, took out his communicator, and opened the message sent by Mu Ye. The moment his eyes swept over the content, a look of surprise flashed in his weathered eyes. His originally calm breathing quickened, and he hurriedly walked towards the small kitchen at the back of the hall.

The small, private dining room at Zhenhua was warm and cozy, completely isolating it from the cold, metallic atmosphere of the forging hall outside. Upon hearing that the three children were still hungry, Mu Ye immediately rolled up his sleeves and started cooking. In no time, five top-grade delicacies, imbued with rich spiritual energy, were served one after another.

The Crimson Flame Spirit Mushroom Slices are bright red and exude a wisp of spiritual energy; the Crimson Blood Spirit Vegetable Rolls are a vibrant mix of green and red, with a fresh and enticing aroma; the Clear Stewed Dragon Tendon Soup is clear and bright, with tender and chewy tendons; the Jade Marrow Spirit Egg Custard is as white as jade and as smooth as cream; the final dish, Blood Ginseng Nourishing Soul Soup, blends medicinal fragrance with spiritual energy, providing ultimate nourishment.

Na'er had been sitting obediently at the dining table, upright, her bright silver eyes fixed on the delicious food on the table, her nose twitching slightly, already secretly swallowing her saliva with longing.

Makino carefully placed the last bowl of soup on the table, smiling and beckoning to the three of them: "Come on, eat up. How can you skip breakfast when you're growing?"

Upon hearing Mu Ye's greeting, Na'er immediately picked up a small spoon, first scooping out a large spoonful of Jade Marrow Spirit Egg Custard, eating it in small bites with a satisfied expression. Then she picked up a piece of Crimson Flame Spirit Mushroom, which made her tongue stick out slightly from the spiciness, but she couldn't help but pick up another piece.

For chefs, the greatest compliment is to be genuinely appreciated for their food.

The ancient star bids farewell to taste the Blood Ginseng Nourishing Soul Soup before him.

The broth is mild and not too hot; the rich medicinal power of the blood ginseng blends with the delicate fragrance of the medicinal herbs, transforming into a warm current that flows through the body as soon as it enters the throat.

Gu Yue took small sips of the Jade Marrow Spirit Egg Custard, the warm spiritual energy sliding down her throat. Occasionally, she would pick up a piece of Crimson Blood Spirit Vegetable Roll and savor it carefully.

Gu Yue finally understood why Na'er always liked to come to Tian Dou City.

Que Shi is delicious!

As the saying goes, "the poor are scholars, the rich are warriors." Those who specialize in body tempering have a much deeper understanding of ingredients and medicinal herbs than ordinary people. The tempering of muscles and bones cannot be separated from the assistance of top-quality delicacies.

Makino is the master of this field, possessing unparalleled culinary skills.

The number one culinary god after Huo Yuhao.

After the meal, the door was gently pushed open, and the master craftsman Zhenhua walked in slowly, followed by a tall and burly man with a bald head like a mirror. His body was as strong as an iron tower, but his face had a simple and honest smile. This was Muye's eldest disciple, Aruheng.

Upon seeing this, Qian Gu Xing Ci immediately stood up and greeted, "Master, Senior Brother."

Aruheng is honest and straightforward, with a loud and friendly voice.

"Junior brother, it's been a long time."

Aruheng spent many years training in the army and had only met Qiangu Xingci a few times, but they hit it off immediately and became like brothers.

Zhenhua's gaze fell on Qian Guxingci, and after carefully examining him, his eyes were full of approval. He smiled and said: