Hearing such praise, Xiang Ling almost floated into the sky. Wasn't this the evaluation she had always dreamed of?
"You didn't spit it out after one bite like others... I really... don't know what to say."
Xiang Ling was on the verge of tears. As someone who aspired to be a god of cooking, she had never received good feedback from others. Although her cooking was indeed a bit... unappetizing.
The Slime feast was just the beginning; there were even more diabolical dishes.
Ailili, standing nearby, curiously picked up a piece. With such high praise, the taste should be good, right?
She took a small bite. The taste was similar to what was described, not as awful as she had imagined, but rather like jelly. Well... this was suitable as a dessert after a meal.
"You guys eat first. I won't disturb your meal. I need to go research other dishes. Next time, I'll treat you to my newly developed Slime recipe!"
Forget it? I'm afraid if nothing goes wrong this time, something will go wrong next time, and if Su can't be saved, it'll be ridiculous.
If you and the Electro Archon formed a dark cuisine team, you could definitely conquer the world! My dear aunt, can't you be a bit more normal?
After finishing the meal, they left Wanmin Restaurant. As for the afternoon's arrangements? Ailili said she was bored and planned to return to the Honkai Impact 3rd experience store. She also knew she couldn't monopolize too much time.
Lu Ze wasn't hers alone; he belonged to everyone. It was impossible to have him all to herself.
Returning to the store, unlike yesterday, there weren't as many people sitting in the lobby. Lu Ze also breathed a sigh of relief. If it were like yesterday again, he truly couldn't handle it.
However, many still looked at him with expectant eyes. But he didn't plan to continue. The production of the new version could be released when they went to Sumeru. "13 Blades of the Garden of Recollection"... I wonder if those people are ready?
As for dates, that would be for next time!
Knowing that they would likely have to wait a long time, everyone's eyes showed some disappointment. However, Lu Ze promised them that he would continue after Sumeru stabilized.
One day later...
Lu Ze and Nahida stood in Liyue Harbor. They planned to travel to Sumeru from The Chasm, passing through the City of the Ancients in the forest of the old ruins, and then heading all the way to Sumeru City.
After the previous reorganization, Sumeru City had changed a lot. Without the oppression of the former Sage, knowledge in Sumeru City was like a hundred flowers blooming, with all sorts of varieties.
"It's been so long since you rescued me. Time flies. Sumeru City has changed so much thanks to you. Without you, I would probably still be confined in my own palace."
Looking at Nahida beside him, Lu Ze recalled the past. He had ridden Bella, like a hero descending upon the world, directly eliminating the malignant tumor that was the Grand Sage.
"Yes, so much time has passed. When we reach Sumeru, I'll have to ask you to be my guide."
Leaving Liyue Harbor, The Chasm was to the left of Liyue Harbor. Without the relevant permits, one could not enter The Chasm.
He had gotten the permit from Keqing. Why not fly there directly? For a journey like this, it was better to experience it on foot, feeling the wind and nature.
"Then I will be your guide and show you the scenery of Sumeru."
Hearing this, Lu Ze smiled gently and reached out his right hand to pat Nahida's small head. Why wasn't Nahida a mature older sister type?
It was because that image consumed too much energy. Nahida wouldn't use it unless necessary.
As for why she was like that last time... no one knew.
"Then I'll have to look forward to it. I'll entrust the Sumeru journey to you."
The two walked on the main road. However, the more it was a main road, the more trouble people would find.
Just like now, a group of Treasure Hoarders were ambushing in the grass, planning to rob passing travelers and earn some small extra income.
This group had set their sights on Lu Ze and Nahida. Why? Because their clothes looked very expensive, not like people who lacked money.
"Brothers, these two look so rich. After this job, we can probably eat and drink without worry for half a year! Do you guys have confidence?"
This speech deeply moved the surrounding followers. This was their first time doing something like this, and they had no experience. How could they resist such temptation?
Their hearts were instantly stirred by the prospect of sudden wealth, and they all clenched their fists, ready to strike.
"Did you think I was blind? It's so obvious. Did you think I couldn't see it? Such a big person hiding in such short grass. Are you idiots?"
Lu Ze looked at this bizarre group of Treasure Hoarders with some speechlessness. Were they really Treasure Hoarders? Or some comedy troupe?
If it were other merchants, they would have already attacked. These people would be lucky to escape with their lives. Next time, they should focus on learning first. httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět
"Boss... he seems to have seen us. Are we not going to act yet? If this continues, he'll walk away."
The one called "Boss" wiped his forehead, which was already covered in sweat. He was extremely nervous.
"I... Brothers! Attack!"
He wanted to say something else, but Lu Ze and Nahida were almost out of their sight. If they continued like this, it would truly be too late.
Meanwhile, Nahida looked back with some unease.
"It's not good to just leave those people from earlier. If I'm not mistaken, they were trying to rob us, right? Logically, we should fight back and teach them a lesson."
Hearing Nahida's surprising statement, Lu Ze's mouth twitched. Who taught her this? It was truly unexpected...
Hearing the commotion from behind, Lu Ze looked back. As expected, the group of people from earlier rushed over, each holding some strange weapons like shovels and hoes.
"Hmm... If a passing merchant lost to them, it would be a complete disgrace."
He silently grumbled in his mind, then took out the Skyward Blade from his system space and stuck it into the ground. Flames instantly spread around.
Seeing this, everyone who was still running immediately fell to their knees. Due to inertia, their knees made intimate contact with the grass, and they slid forward, looking extremely awkward and comical.
"Are you guys trying to rob me? Is that it? Looking at your posture, you want to overwhelm me with numbers?"