Xing Tie: Wait a minute! How come Weng Xing has two saviors?

He leaned back wearily in his chair, muttering to himself, "And... from today onwards, that 'pedantic and stubborn' Vittorio in the eyes of the world... should disappear. I have always... been nothing more than a prisoner bound to the throne of the gods."

Chapter 9 Cheat Code: Why do I feel like I'm the only one who's normal...?

It's been three months. Do you know how Bai Mo has gotten through these three months? He almost thought he hadn't transmigrated to the soon-to-be-destroyed Onpharos, but to some otherworldly place where cooking reigns supreme!

Fortunately, the small restaurant in that prime location managed to open, albeit with some bumps along the way, and its name was simple and unpretentious—"Lianmo's Little Kitchen".

With the nearly one thousand folders in Bai Mo's mind, the unique flavors he had learned in his previous life, and the fame brought by the lovely fairy Xi Lian, his business gradually improved, and he was able to make a small profit while barely making ends meet.

What? You're asking me where these nearly a thousand folders came from? Of course, I asked Sister Xilian to borrow the household registers of various city-states from the temple, although most of them are from several years or even decades ago.

But according to Jinshouzhi, a quick glance is enough. Then Sister Xilian spent three weeks just moving books... I heard she emptied three large bookshelves.

So much so that when Jacob came, he asked Xilian if she wanted to pursue the path of a battle priest and improve her physical fitness...

But today! Today is absolutely a day worth recording in history! Because today is the day that Xi Lian vowed to show him the ultimate low-cost version of "Rebirth of Time," a spell exclusive to high priests of Oronis!

(Golden Finger: Am I not aggressive enough? The host has been obsessed with wok tossing for the past three months, and the skill tree is almost skewed to the level of a master chef! What happened to getting stronger?)

Bai Mo stood in the kitchen, feeling the familiar weight of the spatula in his hand, his heart filled with boundless pride: Finally! From now on, those days dominated by the joys and sorrows, the daily grind of cooking, would never again be…!

"Bai Mo—!" A clear, slightly lazy, urging voice pierced through the kitchen curtain. "Where are the custom-made dishes your sister Xi Lian ordered? Why haven't they been served yet? I'm starving!"

"Here it comes!" Bai Mo instantly switched back to chef mode, flicked his wrist, and the aroma of the wok rose as the last tempting "Secret Recipe Sweet and Sour Golden Pork" landed precisely on the plate.

He carried the plate and strode out of the kitchen. "Sister Xilian, don't rush. Good food is worth the wait."

Xi Lian was resting her chin on her hand, sitting in her usual window seat, her long pink hair shimmering softly in the afternoon sunlight. When she saw Bai Mo come out, her eyes lit up, and a sly smile curved her lips.

"Now you're telling me not to rush? Before, when you were urging me to learn magic, who was it that asked me eight hundred times a day, 'Is Sister Xilian ready today?' 'How's Sister Xilian's progress?' Hmm?"

Her little feet dangled lightly under the table, a smug look on her face. "These next few days, I'll have to really 'make do' with you a few times!"

"And also," she raised her chin slightly, like a proud little chimera, "thanks to your sister Xilian's extraordinary talent, she was able to manage to learn a little bit of 'Time Recurrence' even without finishing all the long, tedious, and hypnotic theoretical courses in the Temple!"

While it's far from recreating grand historical scenes, at least replicating a few specific figures' past moments is manageable! Little Bai Mo, aren't you going to thank Sister Xi Lian? Besides me, who else would care so much about your unreasonable and impatient demands?

"Yes, yes, thank you, Sister Xilian! Sister Xilian is the best!" Bai Mo placed the fragrant pork tenderloin in front of her, then served her rice, his smile filled with sincere gratitude and... a hint of barely perceptible excitement.

(Bai Mo: I can't help but laugh just thinking about what I'm going to say later.)

He looked Xi Lian up and down, feigning surprise, and said, "But... Sister Xi Lian, have you... gained a little weight recently?"

"Aaaaaah—Bai Mo!" Xi Lian instantly bristled, like a cloud whose tail had been bitten by a thunderbolt. "If you can't speak properly, then don't speak! I'm very popular in the Temple!"

"My suitors could line up all the way to the temple gates! And this is what you call a rosy complexion! It's the temple food… uh, Eulonis's reward for my unwavering faith!" she emphasized huffingly, though two suspicious blushes crept onto her cheeks. "I'm ignoring you! Humph?"

"The Temple's former strongest Temple Guardian—Octawi. How about it?" After the meal, Xi Lian squinted, like a satisfied cat, and wiped her mouth with a handkerchief, her pure sky-blue eyes sparkling with cunning.

"As you requested, we need to find a warrior who is powerful enough, and... well, who has passed away. This Lord Octavian is practically legendary among non-Golden warriors. His battle records and biographical details fill a corner of the Temple's archives, and are quite detailed."

She paused, secretly observing Bai Mo's expression, and said with a hint of probing, "If you're not satisfied... you can change a few more. But there are really very few candidates, after all, your sister Xi Lian has only learned a little bit."

"You can only reproduce images of people whose historical records are very detailed and who don't have too many errors, okay?" She wanted to see Bai Mo's reaction.

Bai Mo's eyes hardened instantly. Without the slightest hesitation or concealment of his clear purpose, he said, "No need, Sister Xi Lian, this is fine. I'm very satisfied. Besides,"

He looked directly into Xi Lian's eyes, his voice calm yet filled with undisguised trust, "All we need are the images of him in the final moments of his life. The clearer the better."

Xi Lian got the answer she wanted and nodded in satisfaction. "Okay, I'll get ready." Although she was still very curious as to why only death images were needed, since Bai Mo was unwilling to explain in detail, she wouldn't be foolish enough to pry into the privacy of her childhood playmate.

However… Xi Lian liked this feeling of Bai Mo being completely unguarded towards her. Everything the other party wanted, all his demands, were stated directly, without any beating around the bush or deliberate concealment.

Xi Lian's eyes were deep and solemn, while Bai Mo held his breath, his eyes full of anticipation.

This was the most formidable "thigh" he had encountered since his cheat ability awakened! Bai Mo thought to himself, he was determined to see the true face of this powerful figure soon!

Under their focused gazes, the outline of a figure shifted from blurry to solid, rapidly taking shape: strong, solid, and reliable. None of these qualities resembled a human figure…

While Bai Mo was still in a daze, the old man on the bed in the illusory image suddenly died.

Bai Mo: 0_o

Xi Lian: ???

Because the time was too short, Bai Mo didn't even get a clear look at what he looked like.

Silence is Cambridge tonight.

Bai Mo looked at Xi Lian's sweat-drenched face with an innocent and bewildered expression, then looked at the spot where the old man's phantom had disappeared.

In the end, even the cheat code couldn't stand it anymore.

(Golden Finger: Why am I the only one who's normal?)

[An individual was detected whose vital signs have completely disappeared within the observation range.]

[Core protocol activated.]

[The individual's 'vital characteristics,' 'core competencies,' and fragments of their mental imprint have been collected.]

A new 'folder' has been created. Its capabilities can be accessed freely.

Please name this folder ______.

The cheat code is as reliable as ever...

Name the folder Autotavi.

Bai Mo glanced at Xi Lian, who was already feeling a little guilty and had put her hands behind her back while swinging her little feet. "Thank you for your hard work... Sister Xi Lian, you must have exhausted all your energy and methods these past few days urging me to cook..."

Chapter 10 Xi Lian: I forgot to turn off the passive skill (? ? ?? )

"Hahaha, Bai Mo... listen to my excuses, oh, I won't explain." Xi Lian was already covered in sweat, her pink hair sticking to her smooth forehead, her eyes darting around. "You said you only wanted the last scene..."

"Thank you for your hard work, Sister Xilian." To Xilian's surprise, Bai Mo not only did not complain or feel disappointed, but also smiled gently and sincerely when he saw her disheveled and guilty appearance.

There wasn't a trace of gloom in that smile, only pure...compassion? Even a little...happy? "What do you want to eat tonight? I'll make you a good, nourishing meal."

"I won't next time... Huh?" Xi Lian had already mentally rehearsed the miserable scene of Bai Mo being sullen and her only being able to eat dry bread for the next few days. At this moment, she was completely stunned, her small mouth slightly open. "Bai Mo, you... you don't blame me?" she asked tentatively, her sky-blue eyes filled with disbelief.

"What's it to blame you for?" Bai Mo shrugged, walked over and casually tidied her slightly messy sideburns. "Being able to successfully 'see' the death of a legendary guard captain, even if only for a moment, is enough. Moreover," he smiled mysteriously, "the effect was outstanding."

Just moments before, as the illusory image of Octavia vanished with a "crack," the notification sound from Bai Mo's cheat system remained as rigid as ever.

But once you open the folder and look at the skill entries, you'll know just how outrageous this "strongest human" is. There are over two hundred skills, and none of them are duplicates! Although it does include some useless abilities like "gardening skills" and "mastery of priestly rituals."

[Folder 'Octavia' successfully named! Files archived! Its capabilities are now available.]

Hmm… the first one… Oath of Radiance? Bai Mo raised an eyebrow. Looks like a support skill. Let me try it… Why do I need a weapon? Never mind, I'll just grab a chopstick.

Intricate runes appeared on the chopsticks. Accompanying them was a holy glow…

But just as Bai Mo was about to try it, the mental imprint he was halfway through reading made his left hand subconsciously forcefully press his right hand, which was holding chopsticks, back onto the table.

Bai Mo: !!!

What the hell? The sword strike that just flashed through my mind, ravaging dozens of city blocks and destroying nearly ten kilometers ahead, is called "Radiant Oath"? Are you kidding me? Shouldn't it be called EX—Curry Stick??

Won! The jackpot! Aside from those few demigods, ordinary Golden Blood members are no match for him!

(Xia Die: Hello. (?·?·?*)?)

Don't laugh, if you run into me, you're still going to die.

"Huh? Sister Xilian, why are you hugging my leg?" After coming to her senses, Bai Mo realized that there was a pendant on her leg.

"Bai Mo...did you just use the Guardian's...signature move with your chopsticks?" Xi Lian swallowed hard, asking tremulously. "The one sword that's said to burn a million Li Heng coins? Listen...listen to me, little Bai Mo, think about our restaurant, you don't want these three months of hard work to be for nothing, do you?"

"Uh, Sister Xilian... that was just an accident."

"That's good. My legs are weak. Bai Mo, help me up."

In the bathroom, Bai Mo looked at himself in the mirror.

"Now that's more like what a time traveler should be like."

"Through Star Iron, can my curry sticks fire indefinitely?"

"Hmph~ It's just that the little tuft of hair on his head is a bit out of place."

“Miss Xi Lian? Is Miss Xi Lian here? I am Elliot Warren, a mid-level priest of the temple!” After Xi Lian and Bai Mo settled in, a young male voice came from outside the courtyard, carrying obvious tension and… a certain eagerness.

Bai Mo and Xi Lian exchanged a glance, both seeing confusion in each other's eyes. People from the Holy Temple? A mid-level priest? Looking for Xi Lian?

Xi Lian straightened the cuffs of her priest's robe, which were slightly disheveled from the spell she had just cast, and regained some of the dignified demeanor of a temple priest before walking over and opening the door.

A young man dressed in a brand-new white robe of a mid-level priest stood outside the door.

He looked to be in his early twenties, with neatly combed brown hair and a handsome face. However, his cheeks were flushed with an unnatural blush, and he was holding a large bouquet of... exquisite and extremely expensive "Dawn Roses" in his hands. The petals were still covered with dew. In a place like Janusapolis, this bouquet was worth half a month's worth of revenue for the Whitemo Restaurant.

"Miss Xi Lian!" Upon seeing Xi Lian behind the door, Elliott's eyes lit up instantly. He took a deep breath, as if summoning all his courage, and thrust the bouquet towards Xi Lian, his voice trembling slightly with excitement:

"Please...please forgive my intrusion! Ever since that fleeting glimpse of you in the temple corridor three days ago, your beautiful image has been deeply imprinted in my heart! Your wisdom, your elegance, your pure and flawless aura like that of a fairy...keep me awake all night! I'm willing to stake everything I have as a man! Please...please give me a chance! Accept my admiration!"

Xi Lian: 0_o?

Bai Mo: (?O?O)!!

Bai Mo crossed his arms and leaned against the counter, watching the scene with great interest. This Priest Elliot's priestly robes were so new, without a single wrinkle, that it was clear he was newly promoted.

Recalling the "openly priced" promotion system of a certain high priest within the temple... Bai Mo's smile deepened. It seems this "man" comes from a very wealthy family. But this is no ordinary priest; a decisive blow is necessary!

Xi Lian was clearly taken aback by this sudden and straightforward confession. She subconsciously took a half step back.

Bai Mo's eyes suddenly narrowed, and his aura changed drastically! He took a step forward, and his well-fitting clothes suddenly outlined taut, sculpted muscle lines, and his face was instantly covered with sharp, chiseled shadows!

"Indeed, men are attracted to each other!" His deep, magnetic voice exploded in the frozen air, each word carrying the weight of gold.

(Golden Finger: Hey hey hey! Why has this person's art style changed back to this angular, muscle-shaded comic book style?! And where did this weird background sound effect come from?! The air has become so heavy!)

Elliott: 0_o?

Xi Lian: 0_o?

Onlookers: 0_o?

But just as Bai Mo's fist, as big as a sandbag, was about to unleash an OLO attack, Elliott's eyes instantly cleared.

"Stop, stop, stop! I apologize for disturbing you! I thought Miss Xilian didn't have a partner." Elliott bowed at a ninety-degree angle, his attitude sincere.

“We are not partners, she is now my sister.”

"Huh? Doesn't that mean... Stop, stop, stop! I was wrong! I was wrong!"

Just when everyone thought the drama was over, a figure suddenly squeezed into the battlefield.

She was a young girl with cascading purple hair, snow-white skin, and large, intelligent eyes like deep lakes. Her smile was bright and cheerful, like the warmest sunshine in spring.

Her gaze fell directly on Xi Lian, a sly smile flashing in her eyes.

"I knew it, Xi Lian, you would definitely reject that stupid guy. How could that good-for-nothing dog who only knows how to use wealth to get promoted be worthy of someone like you?" The girl's voice was clear and melodious, like heavenly music.

She walked gracefully to Xi Lian, tilted her head slightly, and revealed a sweet smile. "I am Evelyn Type-Moon, you know. I rose to the rank of mid-level priestess of the temple through my own true strength! So... Xi Lian, you should stay with me!"

Bai Mo: Σ(￣ロ￣llll)?

No... Sisters... came to my door on their own?

Xi Lian: (???)!

(Xi Lian: I forgot to turn off passive (? ? ?? ) Another fruitful day.)

Bai E: I wonder how Bai Mo is doing... Damn it, it's Black Tide again! The future is coming! For tomorrow! Battle over, character experience +48

It must be very difficult... They are unfamiliar with the place and people, won't they be ostracized?

Will they not be able to eat or sleep well? Will they all lose weight?

P.S.: The contract was signed successfully, but it's not finalized yet. I'll post one chapter first to save up for later chapters. (╥_╥)

Chapter 11 Xi Lian: When was I ever betrayed?

A week is enough time for "Lianmo Kitchen" to upgrade from a "newly opened, interesting little restaurant" to a kind of "hard currency" in certain circles in Janusapolis.

Bai Mo was quite busy this week. After Xi Lian figured out some of Bai Mo's patterns, she shamelessly begged him to "casually" record the deathbed scenes of several historically renowned imperial chefs or legendary gourmets. Although the process was equally brief and full of unexpected twists and turns, his cheat-like abilities still performed consistently.

[Folder named 'Royal Chef Barbosa' successfully named!]

[Folder named 'Spice Master Zola' successfully!]

[Folder named 'King of Desserts - Fragrant Snow' successfully!]