Chapter 37

"Huh, refreshing!" After downing half a bottle of Coke, Bu Lige couldn't help but sigh.

As for Bu Shiyi, she remained more reserved.

Then the three of them tore open the packaging of the spicy strips and indulged in the delicious snacks.

Observing their expressions, Yao Ziyan couldn't help but feel curious.

Were these items truly so delicious?

The portions of cola and spicy strips weren't overly generous, and they were quickly devoured.

As the surge of power in their bodies gradually subsided, the three were left with different moods.

"I feel like if I eat more spicy strips, I might break through to the sixth rank of Soul and Soul directly!" Bu Shiyi exclaimed, examining his palm with astonishment.

Upon hearing this, Luo Chuan raised his eyebrows slightly.

"System, does this spicy snack assist in breakthroughs for others?" Luo Chuan inquired silently.

"Spicy strips can temporarily boost individuals to break through their own realms. However, after experiencing the strength of a higher realm, subsequent breakthroughs become relatively easier. The lower the realm, the more pronounced the effect," the system responded.

"The spicy bar does indeed aid in breakthroughs," Luo Chuan's voice echoed in the ears of the three. "It's a hidden benefit."

"I've made up my mind! I'll buy it every day from now on!" Jiang Shengjun declared with determination.

Bu Lige smirked, "Hehe, I've been doing that for a while now."

"By the way, boss, this morning His Majesty actually sent me a bottle of Coke. Did you sell it to him?" Bu Lige suddenly remembered something and inquired.

Coke bought from me?

Luo Chuan pondered for a moment, recalling yesterday's encounter with the old man.

Hadn't he mentioned being an emissary of the royal family?

Luo Chuan nodded, "Yes, it was purchased by someone named Bai Hong."

He found it somewhat amusing.

The emperor of the Star Empire, whom he had never met, had resorted to such methods to curry favor.

Seeing Bu Lige's inquisitive expression, Luo Chuan added casually, "No one is exempt from the rules in my shop."

Given their identities, the three were naturally astute.

From Luo Chuan's words, they deduced that he had likely been approached by the royal family but had unceremoniously declined their advances.

While an ordinary cultivator might have been flattered by such attention, the boss's disposition might not have been appreciated.

Was this how influential figures operated?

A strong yearning for power welled up within them.

After bidding Luo Chuan farewell, the three departed from the shop.

Yao Ziyan glanced at Luo Chuan, feeling somewhat hesitant to speak.

Having anticipated Yao Ziyan's thoughts, Luo Chuan addressed her, "Your daily wages now consist of a pack of spicy strips and a bottle of Coke."

Yao Ziyan beamed with joy, "Boss, duly noted!"

With that, she retrieved the items from the shelf.

Throughout the conversation among the three, Yao Ziyan had grown increasingly curious about the enticing aroma that had captivated them.

Unaware that Luo Chuan had already provided her with a bottle of Coke the previous night, Yao Ziyan unscrewed the bottle cap, greeted by a rush of icy air.

Without much hesitation, she took a hearty gulp of Coke.

"Well..."

The sensory experience she had never encountered before caused her eyes to widen slightly.

Yao Ziyan now understood why the three had reacted the way they did.

Indeed, the Coke was unbelievably delicious!

After finishing the Coke, Yao Ziyan turned her attention to the spicy strip in her hand.

As a Monster Beast, despite having been transformed, Yao Ziyan didn't particularly enjoy spicy flavors.

However, since this was a product in the store, she felt compelled to give it a try.

Tearing open the packaging, a wave of spiciness hit her senses, causing her mouth to water uncontrollably.

Yao Ziyan swallowed and took a bite of the spicy strip.

Her eyes lit up momentarily, and she took another bite, and another...

"Huh? It's gone?"

Examining the empty packaging in her hand, Yao Ziyan couldn't believe it.

Had she just savored the taste, or had she devoured it?

Was the portion too small?

"How was it?" Seeing Yao Ziyan's bewildered expression, Luo Chuan's face broke into a subtle smile.

"It's delicious! And the effect is incredible!" Yao Ziyan affirmed.

Simultaneously, Luo Chuan's image in her mind grew increasingly enigmatic.