Chapter 874: Chapter 555: Capital, Banquet (Part 2)
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The space on the topmost floor of the Cloud Pavilion.
[Cloud Pavilion].
The moment you step inside, a warm breeze mixed with the aroma of top-notch incense, exquisite delicacies, and elegant music sweeps over you, filled with luxury and nobility.
The high ceiling, the surrounding walls, and the top are adorned with screens depicting massive Divine Beasts and ancient legends, resembling the grandeur of Great Xia yet carrying a hint of Fusang’s ukiyo-e style.
At the deepest part of the banquet hall stands an "Imperial Step" raised several meters above the ground, carved entirely from Tier Four Spirit Wood.
On the Imperial Step lay soft silk cushions patterned with golden chrysanthemum designs, and several low tables made of rosewood were neatly arranged, waiting for guests to be seated.
This setting imitates the highest level of hospitality shown by ancient Fusang daimyo before the great upheaval, with ample space behind for guests to bring smaller Spirit Beasts to comfortably roam.
Led by Arasaka Koichi who had already sheathed his sword, the group ascended the Imperial Step and sat cross-legged.
The next moment, kimono-clad maidens with light makeup silently fluttered in like butterflies, presenting dishes that were as exquisite as works of art.
The sashimi of [Moonlight Shell], which resides in the depths of the sea, was elegantly placed on an ice platter, adorned with a few slowly blooming ice crystal orchids.
The leg meat from the [Red-Crested Crane], which feeds on morning dew and Spirit Fruit, was carefully roasted from the finest portion, rich in Life Force and nutrients.
A variety of sashimi and Japanese dishes were presented at the highest standard, just looking at them was a pleasure.
"It’s often said to do as the locals do, but you’ve all traveled far, so formalities might not be fitting."
"Please feel free to dine and relax, everyone."
The True Master who appeared youthful had a slight blue glow in his eyes, seemingly very confident.
Tonight’s dishes were personally crafted by the hotel’s executive chef, one of Fusang’s few top-tier Five-Star Gourmet Miracle Masters.
This Miracle Master’s skill is exceptionally high, producing dishes comparable to potions of the Same Tier, even he must praise them. He repeatedly conquered foreign ambassadors at banquets with delicious meals, and his students are spread across Fusang’s top hotels’ Japanese kitchens.
To welcome distinguished guests from Great Xia, this chef, who rarely cooks for anyone outside the Arasaka Group’s True Master due to old age, personally stepped in, determined to present the grand and splendid side of Fusang cuisine to diners.
Even Great Xia’s True Master, and this unparalleled prodigy with his contracted... [Beastman] girls, would likely be impressed by the taste and effect.
Indeed.
That lively girl with crimson horns who had been active along the way was the first to pick up chopsticks, selecting three translucent, oily, thick-cut slices of sashimi from the small ice mountain in front of her, dipping them slightly in sauce, chewing them after putting them in her mouth in one go.
However, the next moment.
Arasaka Koichi’s gaze slightly tensed.
No expected reaction.
She tilted her head, seemingly casually savoring the Ether within, then nodded affirmatively — not dissatisfied, appearing to consider it decent.
But that’s all.
Such a small reaction?
Even Arasaka Koichi himself often paired top-grade sake with this [Red Heart Sea Bream] at every tasting, enjoying the complex flavors in his cherry blossom-filled courtyard.
Could it be an aversion to raw food? Or a lack of appreciation?
But as everyone began to move their chopsticks.
Lin Guang, Finn Xi, Su Yue, and the other girls, except Lisa who showed a hint of nostalgia, attempting to feed sashimi to Dragon Bubble who resisted raw food, while others seemed remarkably calm regardless of which dish they started with.
——It shouldn’t be... Was there an error in some aspect?
He instinctively tasted the dish in front of him, yet the fresh flavors still brought him joy.
"Don’t find it strange, just assume we eat meals prepared by a Six-Star Gourmet Miracle Master almost every time, our threshold has been raised."
Remyu glanced at him, speaking while she ate — she was taking small bites, and like Lisa, savoring nostalgically: "These are already very good, but still not good enough."
"!!"
Six-Star Miracle Master?!
Nima, every meal?!
Is this still human talk?
Arasaka Koichi’s eyes visibly lost control, blue light leaked out, and even a clear sword hum flashed across his body.
——This is the treatment Great Xia’s prodigies and True Masters receive?!
How many people in this world can enjoy such a life?
Too absurd... but it doesn’t seem like a lie.
Great Xia... the country across the sea, has grown wealthy and strong to such a degree? Enough support to allow more True Masters to develop other skills rather than specializing solely in combat?!
Lin Guang ate unhurriedly.
——Mistake or not, it doesn’t matter.
He naturally disinclined to introduce the so-called Six-Star Gourmet Miracle Master as himself.
It was unrelated to Great Xia’s prowess.
Finn Xi works diligently every day, Su Wu occasionally helps guide battles, later he learned to split consciousness, dedicating part of his Heart Power and a body specifically to cooking for familiar people is justifiable.
Especially since there are many mouths to feed at home, cooking for outsiders occasionally is just convenient.
[Gourmet God] isn’t meant for display, isn’t he?
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