Chapter 178: The Golden Carp Transforms into a Dragon and Shakes the World
Tang Qianqiu picked up a nearby spoon, pondered for a moment, and then scooped up a spoonful of broth along with a piece of cabbage, bringing both to his mouth.
The Boiled Cabbage in Clear Broth, after being simmered for half an hour, had become tender. Upon entering his mouth, it quickly melted, blending with the broth and dancing across his taste buds. The distinct and intense flavor was unlike anything he had tasted before. Layers of taste unfurled in succession, as if each unique flavor of the ingredients was being showcased in a grand exhibition. The flavors then merged, creating an extraordinary and refreshing taste, akin to quenching one's thirst with a clear spring or savoring an aged wine. This unique flavor was intoxicating.
Tang Qianqiu's eyes opened wide, sparkling with brilliance. At that moment, he clearly felt countless warm currents spreading from his stomach to every part of his body, then settling throughout.
This peculiar energy seemed to cleanse his Spirit Power and strengthen his constitution. By his calculations, consuming an entire serving of this dish could potentially increase innate Spirit Power by one level, which astonished Tang Qianqiu.
He recalled a water-attribute martial spirit sect in the Heaven Dou Empire that used the blood of dozens of water-attribute Spirit Beasts and various water-attribute plants to create a special pill called the Mystic Water Pill. Water has a cleansing property, and the Mystic Water Pill was not only highly nutritious and capable of increasing Spirit Power but also very gentle in its effect, making it suitable for Spirit Masters of all levels. It had the ability to cleanse the muscles and bones, improving innate Spirit Power by at least one level.
However, the Mystic Water Pill was incredibly rare and expensive. In contrast, the Boiled Cabbage in Clear Broth was not only more delicious but also cheaper and seemingly available in large quantities.
Tang Qianqiu's eyes reflected a strange light. He was acquainted with the sect master of that water-attribute martial spirit sect and was curious about his reaction upon learning about the Boiled Cabbage in Clear Broth.
It would certainly be interesting.
Soon, Qin Yue brought two servings of Boiled Cabbage in Clear Broth to Star Remnant Douluo and Tyrant Blade Douluo.
With Tang Qianqiu's deterrence, these two had become much more subdued but couldn't help but scrutinize the dish before them.
The phenomenon repeated itself, causing Tang Qianqiu and Cao Rang to pause and observe the breathtaking scene once more.
As the heavenly phenomenon faded, Star Remnant Douluo and Tyrant Blade Douluo appeared somewhat lost.
Such a celestial scene might very well be the legendary God Realm. Sadly, it lasted only a moment, not long enough.
They quickly shifted their attention to the Boiled Cabbage in Clear Broth before them. Though they had watched from afar, seeing it up close still filled them with awe.
The broth was indeed as clear as water, yet it emitted a rich, savory aroma that tickled their noses and whetted their appetites.
Let's taste it.
Both simultaneously picked up their spoons.
The phenomenon caused by the four servings of Boiled Cabbage in Clear Broth was evident to all diners, who were now hesitant.
What kind of dish could produce such a miraculous scene?
They had never seen anything like it.
Selling such a dish for 1.000 Gold Coins seems to be quite cheap.
Should we try a serving? Even Mu Liufeng was beginning to waver.
It didn't seem to be what he had imagined.
Could these two dishes really be worth 1.000 Gold Coins each? One way or another, it's worth a try.
After making his decision, Mu Liufeng called over Qin Yue, "One order of Boiled Cabbage in Clear Broth and one Fish Belly Stuffed with Lamb."
As he said this, he couldn't help but feel a pang of heartache. Two thousand Gold Coins were not easily come by, even for him. It was impossible to indulge in such expensive dishes every day; even if these dishes were the world's finest delicacies, he could only afford to savor them once a month.
After much hesitation and deliberation, a few other diners made the same choice as Mu Liufeng, opting for Boiled Cabbage in Clear Broth. As for the Fish Belly Stuffed with Lamb, which hadn't yet been served, no one dared to order it for the time being.
In no time, since opening for business, over ten orders of Boiled Cabbage in Clear Broth had been sold, with sales nearing 10.000 Gold Coins.
Qin Yue's eyes sparkled with excitement as she hurried over to the partition. At that moment, Qi Han brought out two more plates, placing them on the partition.
The plates were large and covered with metal domes, concealing the dishes within. However, these were plates Qin Yue had never seen before, which meant they must be for the Fish Belly Stuffed with Lamb.
Indeed, as Qin Yue approached, Qi Han explained, "This is Fish Belly Stuffed with Lamb."
"Got it, Boss," Qin Yue replied, carefully carrying the two plates over to Cao Rang and Tang Qianqiu, her curiosity piqued.
Unlike the Boiled Cabbage in Clear Broth, she had never seen the Fish Belly Stuffed with Lamb before, and now she had the chance to witness it firsthand.
Many of the diners were regulars and, upon seeing Qin Yue carrying two large, unfamiliar platters to Cao Rang and Tang Qianqiu's table, they stopped eating and curiously watched.
If there were no surprises, this must be the other 1.000 Gold Coin dish, Fish Belly Stuffed with Lamb. What would it look like?
Facing the familiar large platters, Tang Qianqiu and Cao Rang remained composed. Under the watchful eyes of the diners, Qin Yue lifted the metal domes, revealing the Fish Belly Stuffed with Lamb.
Heavenly energy surged towards the dish, stirring up a slight breeze and forming a misty aura above it.
The diners thought, "I've seen this episode before!" But soon, the anticipated celestial scene did not unfold.
The special effect of the Fish Belly Stuffed with Lamb was entirely different from that of the Boiled Cabbage in Clear Broth. The mist formed a gate engraved with countless dragon patterns and dragon reliefs. Faint dragon roars could be heard from within, sending shivers down their spines.
Below the gate, a waterfall cascaded downward with such force that even the spray seemed capable of piercing metal. A golden carp swam upstream against the fierce current, struggling yet resolutely moving towards the waterfall's source.
Bit by bit, the golden carp reached the top of the waterfall. With a mighty leap, it soared up the dragon gate, defying the overwhelming dragon aura, and transformed into a golden dragon. Its triumphant roar echoed through the heavens before it vanished into the clouds.
As the heavenly phenomenon faded, the only ones who remained composed were Tang Qianqiu and Cao Rang. The other diners were left in awe, silenced by the majestic scene of the carp transforming into a dragon.
After a long pause, a voice broke the silence.
"I'll have a Fish Belly Stuffed with Lamb!"
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