dmims Chapter 57 Eat your fill first, then kick!
Chapter 57 Eat your fill first, then kick!
The next day, Yan Zu remembered that he had not yet tried the "Master Chef" skill he had acquired the day before, so he took this opportunity to put it to practice.
The kitchen of Liuli Residence was built by Ning Rongrong according to the standards of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile School; it was spacious, bright, and fully equipped. Yan Zu took out ingredients from his storage bracelet.
— He had the three-hundred-year-old Wind Wolf Leg Meat he obtained from signing in, as well as the Soul-Gathering Grass, Jade Marrow Rice, and Clear Water Spirit Mushrooms he had purchased before. These were all unique ingredients from the Douluo Continent, and with the blessing of the "Master Chef" skill, their characteristics were clearly presented in his mind.
"The meat of the Wind Wolf is potent and contains pure soul power, making it suitable for stir-frying. Pairing it with Soul-Gathering Grass can neutralize its dryness and also improve cultivation efficiency; Jade Marrow Rice is rich in vitality and can nourish the meridians when cooked with Clear Water Spirit Mushrooms; and then use Green Sprouts to make a cold dish to clear heat and detoxify, which will perfectly balance the potency of the Wind Wolf meat." Yan Zu quickly planned the recipe in his mind while his hands kept moving.
He first processed the wolf leg meat, gathering a wisp of Nine Yin True Qi at his fingertips and gently gliding it along the grain of the meat, instantly removing the tendons and membranes, leaving only the purest lean meat. Then he sliced the meat into even, thin slices.
Ning Rongrong peered curiously from the kitchen doorway, exclaiming, "Grandpa, your meat-cutting technique is so unique! It's even more professional than the sect's chefs!"
"I only know a little bit." Yan Zu smiled, lit a fire, set up a wok, and poured in a small amount of clear oil refined from soul beast fat. When the oil reached about 50% of its maximum temperature, he added ginger slices to sauté until fragrant, then added the sliced wind wolf meat and stir-fried it quickly. The meat slices sizzled in the wok, and the collision of soul power and oil released a rich aroma, unlike ordinary meat fragrance, carrying a faint fluctuation of soul power that invigorated the senses.
Xiao Wu's mouth was already watering. She waited by the stove, her eyes sparkling as she stared at the pot: "It smells so good! Brother A-Zu, when can we eat?"
"Don't rush, we still need to add Soul-Gathering Grass." Yan Zu poured the chopped Soul-Gathering Grass into the pot and stir-fried it evenly. The pale green juice of the Soul-Gathering Grass blended with the meat slices, turning the originally bright red meat slices into a light emerald green, making the aroma even more mellow, and also carrying a hint of cool medicinal fragrance, perfectly neutralizing the dryness of the Wind Wolf meat.
On the other side, chalcedony rice and freshwater king oyster mushrooms were already simmering in the pot. The chalcedony rice slowly expanded, and the freshwater king oyster mushrooms absorbed the broth, becoming plump and glossy. The broth also turned a light milky white, exuding a nourishing aroma. The cold-dressed green sprouts were simple and neat, blanched and then topped with a small amount of sauce, resulting in a crisp and refreshing taste.
Three dishes and a soup were served on the stone table in the courtyard: the stir-fried wolf meat slices were bright red with green hues and had a rich aroma;
The chalcedony and lingzhi mushroom soup is milky white in color and has a faint spiritual aura.
The cold-dressed green shoots are vibrant green and refreshing;
There was also an egg pancake made from a hundred-year-old soul beast egg, golden and fluffy, with a faint halo of soul power around the edges.
"Wow! It looks so delicious!" Xiao Wu couldn't wait to pick up her chopsticks, grab a big piece of wind wolf meat, and stuff it into her mouth.
The slices of meat were tender and juicy, with no fishy or gamey taste. My soul power slid down my throat and into my stomach, instantly turning into a warm current that flowed slowly through my meridians. The soul power that I had used up in the morning’s playful fight was quickly restored.
"Delicious! So delicious!" Xiao Wu's eyes lit up, and she took another bite of the egg pancake. The egg pancake was soft and sweet, and the soul power it contained was gentler than that of the wind wolf meat. It nourished her body, making her feel warm all over, and even her spirit became exceptionally full.
Ning Rongrong also picked up a piece of wind wolf meat, and snorted arrogantly: "You have some skill, you're a little bit better than the sect's chefs." Despite saying that, she didn't stop eating, and took several more bites.
She could clearly feel that the pure soul power in the wind wolf meat was perfectly activated without any waste, and the meridians that were originally somewhat sluggish during cultivation became much smoother.
Zhu Zhuqing ate the quietest, but also the most attentively.
She picked up a piece of chilled green sprouts with her chopsticks. The crisp and tender texture, along with the coolness, slid down her throat, instantly dispelling the heat accumulated in her body from cultivation.
After taking another sip of the Jade Marrow Spirit Mushroom Soup, the gentle vitality nourished his meridians, and the soreness in his back from yesterday's cultivation quietly eased. His mental energy also became exceptionally focused, and even the fluctuations of the Netherworld Spirit Cat Martial Soul stabilized a bit.
"Grandpa, something's not right with this dish!" Ning Rongrong suddenly stopped eating, her crystal-clear eyes fixed on Grandpa Yan. "It's not just delicious, it nourishes the body and restores soul power!"
Xiao Wu nodded vigorously, "Yes, yes! I feel my soul power has recovered a lot, and my body feels warm. I'll definitely have more energy to cultivate!"
Zhu Zhuqing put down her chopsticks, her face showing rare surprise: "These dishes can optimize the circulation of soul power and alleviate the hidden injuries from cultivation. The effects are very pure and there are no side effects."
Yan Zu smiled and said, "I used to do some research when I had nothing else to do. I discovered that Xiao Yu can precisely stimulate the original energy of ingredients, remove impurities, and make the food not only delicious but also helpful for cultivation."
"Xiaoyu has this ability?" Ning Rongrong's eyes lit up, and she immediately leaned closer. "Then you'll have to cook for me every day from now on! I want to eat dishes that can enhance my amplification effects!"
"No problem." Yan Zu nodded, feeling a warmth in his heart as he looked at the three satisfied expressions. This culinary skill not only made everyone happy with their meals but also aided in their cultivation; it was truly an unexpected delight.
After dinner, Yan Zu and Zhu Qing were cleaning up the dishes when the assembly bell rang from the playground.
The group exchanged glances, put down what they were holding, and walked outside.
On the playground, all the teachers and students of Shrek Academy had arrived. Flander stood at the front, with Yu Xiaogang, who had a serious expression, beside him. Zhao Wuji, Shao Xin, and several other teachers lined up on both sides, while Tang San, Dai Mubai, and Ma Hongjun stood in the student ranks, each with a different expression.
"Everyone's here." Flander cleared his throat, his gaze sweeping over everyone. "Let me introduce you—this is Master Yu Xiaogang, a renowned theoretical master in the Soul Master world. From today onwards, the Master will officially take over the academy's teaching and training arrangements. Please welcome him."
The applause was sparse. Xiao Wu pouted, while Ning Rongrong clapped twice expressionlessly.
Yu Xiaogang stepped forward, stood with his hands behind his back, and glanced at everyone, his gaze lingering on Yan Zu for a moment before he said calmly, "I don't care how you trained before. From today onwards, I will decide all training arrangements. Shrek Academy wants to cultivate true elites, not just pretty faces. Therefore, before formulating a training plan, I need to see your actual combat skills."
Yu Xiaogang's gaze fell on Yan Zu, and the corners of his lips slightly turned up, carrying a hint of unspoken meaning: "First match, Dai Mubai, you face Yan Zu."
After he finished speaking, the playground fell silent for a moment.
Dai Mubai's face stiffened slightly. Of course, he remembered the first time he met Yan Zu—at the Rose Hotel, Yan Zu had forced him to his knees, leaving him utterly powerless. That memory was too vivid, still haunting him to this day.
"Dai Mubai, step forward," Yu Xiaogang urged.
Dai Mubai gritted his teeth and stepped forward with a forced smile. He knew in his heart that he was probably no match for Yan Zu.
But Yu Xiaogang didn't know that in his mind, Yan Zu was only a level 31 support-type Soul Master, while Dai Mubai was a level 37 offensive-type Battle Soul Master. With system advantage and level suppression, there was no way he could lose.
His arrangement was partly intended to teach Yan Zu a lesson, and partly to highlight Tang San by suppressing Yan Zu.
Dai Mubai felt bitter inside. But he couldn't say it; he couldn't very well admit in public that he was inferior to Yan Zu.
Yan Zu walked calmly to the center of the arena and nodded slightly to Dai Mubai: "Please."
"Begin!" Flander himself became the referee.
Dai Mubai took a deep breath, and three soul rings—two yellow and one purple—rose from beneath his feet, his White Tiger Martial Soul taking over his body.
Without hesitation, he immediately activated his first soul skill, "White Tiger Protective Barrier," and charged towards Yan Zu. His tiger claws, carrying a sharp gust of wind, aimed directly at Yan Zu's shoulder—he dared not be careless and used all his strength in this attack.
Yan Zu neither dodged nor evaded. His second soul ring lit up, and a light blue shield instantly enveloped his entire body—"Azure Jade Protection".
"Bang!" The tiger's claw slammed into the shield, causing the azure light to vibrate violently. Spiderweb-like cracks appeared on the shield's surface, but it did not shatter. Dai Mubai's tiger's mouth went numb, and his heart sank.
At the same time, the third soul ring under Yan Zu's feet flashed with purple light—"Starlight Descends!" Silver-blue starlight enveloped his entire body, and all his attributes instantly surged.
Dai Mubai gritted his teeth and swung his claws again, launching a series of fierce attacks. The second strike, the third strike… with a "crack," the Jade Protection shattered. However, at the very moment of shattering, an invisible force of dizziness suddenly struck Dai Mubai—this was the backlash effect of the Jade Protection being destroyed!
Dai Mubai's vision went black, and his body involuntarily stiffened for a brief moment.
It's this very moment!
Yan Zu moved his feet, his figure approaching like a ghost, his right leg curving into a sharp arc, accurately kicking Dai Mubai in the waist.
"Bang!"
Dai Mubai was kicked and sent flying, crashing heavily to the edge of the field, rolling several times, looking utterly disheveled.
The entire room fell silent.