The Hidden Effect of Spicy Strips

"Ah, that's refreshing!" Jiang Shengjun exclaimed after finishing half his bottle of Coke.

Bu Shiyi, on the other hand, remained more reserved.

The three of them then tore open the packaging of the spicy strips and began savoring the flavor.

Yao Ziyan, watching them from behind the counter, couldn't help but wonder—are these really that delicious?

The portions of Coke and spicy strips weren't large, and they finished them in no time. As the surge of energy within their bodies gradually subsided, their moods varied.

"I feel like if I eat more spicy strips, I could break through directly to the sixth rank of Soul Dominion!" Bu Shiyi said, her hand still resting on her palm, her eyes wide in surprise.

Luo Chuan, who had been observing quietly, raised an eyebrow slightly.

"System, do these spicy strips have a hidden function to help people break through?" Luo Chuan asked in his mind.

"The spicy strips can temporarily help people break through their own realm. However, the effect is short-lived. After experiencing the strength of a higher realm, it becomes easier to break through. The lower the realm, the more noticeable the effect," the system explained.

"Looks like the spicy strips really do help with breakthroughs," Luo Chuan's voice rang out to the three of them. "It's a hidden effect."

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

Bu Lige gave a knowing grin. "Heh, I've been doing that for a while."

"By the way, boss," Bu Lige suddenly remembered, "this morning, His Majesty actually sent me a bottle of Coke. Did he buy it from you?"

Luo Chuan thought for a moment and then recalled the elderly man from yesterday. Hadn't he mentioned being a member of the royal family?

"Yes, it was bought by someone named Bai Hong," Luo Chuan answered, a slight chuckle escaping him.

It seemed amusing that the emperor of the Star Empire had gone through such lengths just to send a gift via an intermediary.

Before Bu Lige could ask further, Luo Chuan spoke casually, "No one can break the rules in my shop."

The three of them, already quite perceptive, quickly caught onto the underlying meaning of Luo Chuan's words. They realized that the royal family had likely tried to win him over, only to be turned down flatly.

If it had been any other cultivator, they might have been honored by such a gesture. But someone like Luo Chuan, with his mysterious power, wouldn't have been swayed so easily.

Such was the aura of a true powerhouse.

At that moment, a strong desire for strength began to rise within their hearts.

After exchanging a few parting words with Luo Chuan, the three of them left the shop.

Yao Ziyan glanced over at Luo Chuan, her expression a bit hesitant, as if she wanted to say something.

Luo Chuan had already guessed what was on her mind. "Your daily salary now consists of a pack of spicy strips and a bottle of Coke."

Yao Ziyan smiled, clearly pleased. "Boss, I understand!"

She quickly grabbed the items from the shelf, eager to try them out herself.

From the conversation she had overheard, Yao Ziyan had become curious about the scent of these treats, wondering what could make them so irresistible.

What she didn't know was that Luo Chuan had already allowed her to drink a bottle of Coke the previous evening.

Opening the bottle, a refreshing chill instantly swept across her face.

Without hesitation, Yao Ziyan took a big gulp of the Coke.

"Wow..."

The unique sensory stimulation was unlike anything she had experienced before, and her eyes widened slightly in surprise.

Now, she understood why the others had looked so amazed. The Coke was simply delicious!

After finishing the Coke, Yao Ziyan turned her attention to the spicy strips.

As a transformed Monster Beast, she wasn't particularly fond of spicy food. However, since this was a product from the store, it deserved special treatment.

She opened the package, and the sharp spicy scent immediately hit her senses. Her mouth began to water uncontrollably.

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

Her eyes lit up as she chewed, taking another bite... and then another.

"Wait, it's already gone?"

She stared in disbelief at the empty packaging in her hands. How had it disappeared so quickly? Had she really eaten it all already?

"How was it?" Luo Chuan's voice, amused, drifted over to her.

Yao Ziyan, still somewhat stunned, looked up with a smile. "It's delicious! And the effect is amazing!"

As she spoke, Luo Chuan's image in her mind became more and more mysterious. She couldn't quite grasp the full extent of his abilities, but she had a feeling she was only scratching the surface.

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