Chapter 306: Who is the Luckiest One?
"Good afternoon, boss!" ×7
Faced with the energetic greetings from his seven employees, Qi Han smiled warmly and nodded slightly.
As the employees entered, Qi Han was about to close the shop door when he suddenly noticed a familiar figure in the queue—someone he hadn't seen for a while.
"Big Brother Tang Zi?" Qi Han had a good impression of his very first customer at Han Shi.
Whether in Shrek City or Star Luo City, Tang Zi had always been supportive of Han Shi.
"Haha, Boss Qi! I just arrived in Shrek City. I'm going to have a feast today!" Tang Zi was chatting with Zhou Long when he heard Qi Han call out. He immediately turned his head, waved enthusiastically, and said with a broad grin.
"Alright, eat to your heart's content." Qi Han chuckled and nodded before gently closing the door.
Outside, Tang Zi turned back to Zhou Long. "Come on, tell me more about the new dishes at Han Shi!"
Zhou Long looked distressed. "I've already told you about the ones I've tried. I haven't tasted the others yet, so how am I supposed to tell you?"
"Alright then." Seeing that Zhou Long had nothing more to offer, Tang Zi turned his head away like a scorned lover, refusing to spare him another glance.
Zhou Long: "…"
On a grand occasion like the Shrek Food Festival, it was impossible for a food lover like Tang Zi to miss out.
Unfortunately, he had been delayed due to matters with the inspection team, so he only managed to rush to Shrek City this morning.
As soon as he arrived, he heard about Han Shi's release of eight new dishes. Although there were also changes like an updated menu and a voting system, none of that mattered to Tang Zi as much as the new dishes.
Eight whole new dishes!
Tang Zi had made up his mind—he wouldn't leave until he had thoroughly indulged himself.
He didn't have to wait long. Soon, Fu Ya gently pushed open the doors of Han Shi, marking the official start of lunch service.
Since they had queued up early, Tang Zi and Zhou Long were among the first to enter.
"Huh?" Tang Zi paused in his steps and curiously glanced at the announcement board by the door. "Mo Wu Tuan?"
"Have you tried it?" He turned to look at Zhou Long.
Zhou Long didn't even bother responding.
You ignored me when you didn't need me, and now you want my help again?
The past me was beneath you; the present me is out of your reach.
Hah, scumbag!
"I'll treat you." Seeing Zhou Long's sulking expression, Tang Zi tested the waters.
"I haven't tried it yet. I was planning to check it out at 2 PM today." The very next second, Zhou Long spoke up instantly.
"Oh, then I'll go with you this afternoon." Tang Zi nodded and walked deeper into Han Shi. "By the way, I was just kidding about treating you."
Damn it!
This guy really had no morals.
Zhou Long's face darkened instantly.
Still, despite their playful banter, the two ended up sitting at the same table.
Soon, Fu Ya came over to take their orders.
"A serving of Wensi Tofu, a serving of Squirrel-Shaped Mandarin Fish, and two servings of Bodhi Vegetarian Dish," Zhou Long ordered without hesitation.
These were the three dishes he hadn't tried yet.
As for ordering two servings of the Bodhi Vegetarian Dish—he simply wasn't full with just one.
Grinning, Tang Zi made his own selection.
"A serving of Wensi Tofu, a serving of Fish-Flavored Shredded Pork, a serving of Bodhi Vegetarian Dish, and a serving of Swallow-Skin Dumpling."
Although he hadn't seen the menu yet, he had learned about the special effect of Wensi Tofu from Zhou Long's descriptions.
Since Zhou Long hadn't tasted Wensi Tofu yet either, they decided to have a little competition—seeing who would trigger its special effect first.
For both of them, the "Refining Power to Silk" secret technique was extremely valuable. Spending a thousand gold coins—or even emptying their wallets to spend ten thousand—was well worth it. So, neither of them hesitated.
Previously, they had to pool their money just to afford the 1,000 gold coins Fish Belly Stuffed with Lamb. Not because they couldn't afford it, but because it felt wasteful to spend so much on a single meal.
But when it came to improving their strength, this was no longer just about food—it was an investment. Naturally, they were willing to splurge.
As for the other three dishes, Tang Zi simply picked randomly from the eight new ones.
Soon, the two servings of Wensi Tofu were the first to be served.
As the law of heaven and earth stirred, a vision of mountains and rivers unfolded before them. Tang Zi's eyes widened in astonishment.
Although Zhou Long had already described the phenomenon to him, that unrefined guy could barely string together a proper sentence. His explanation had been bland and lackluster—nothing compared to the breathtaking spectacle unfolding before Tang Zi's very eyes.
However, Tang Zi had witnessed many heavenly phenomena before. After the initial shock, he quickly regained his composure.
As the vision faded, the two of them admired the delicate tofu strands swirling in the broth, so fine they seemed to dance like silk in the golden liquid. Then, they exchanged a glance and simultaneously picked up their spoons.
The battle of luck was officially underway!
Scooping up a spoonful of broth interwoven with countless tofu threads, Tang Zi eagerly brought it to his mouth and closed his eyes.
The rich umami of the chicken broth enveloped his taste buds, mingling with the delicate tofu strands in an exquisite symphony of flavors. It was as if an orchestra of tastes was playing on his tongue, creating an unparalleled sensation of freshness and vibrancy.
For a moment, he completely forgot about the mystical effect of "Refining Power to Silk." His entire being was consumed by the divine taste of the dish.
With a gentle press of his tongue, the finely sliced tofu melted into the broth, releasing an intense and pure soy aroma. The broth's richness now served only as a complement to the bean fragrance.
The slightly thickened soup glided smoothly down his throat, filling his stomach with warmth. Tang Zi lightly closed his teeth, savoring the remaining strands. As he chewed, the textures of the various ingredients merged, creating an entirely new level of indulgence.
"This is delicious!"
Zhou Long's voice rang out at just the right moment, causing Tang Zi to glance at him with disdain.
"You uncultured fool. Is 'delicious' the only word you know?"
Zhou Long: "???"
As Zhou Long looked at him in confusion, Tang Zi took another spoonful of Wensi Tofu, savoring it thoroughly before exhaling softly.
"Marvelous!"
Zhou Long pondered for a moment. "So... what's the difference?"
"It makes me sound sophisticated," Tang Zi replied smugly. He had learned this phrase from someone in Star Luo City and was eager to show it off.
"Oh…" Zhou Long nodded, still half-confused. He then scooped up another spoonful, carefully tasted it, and mimicked Tang Zi's exhale.
"Marvelous!"
That's it?
As if it was that hard.
I, Zhou Long, am now a man of culture.
Got it?
However…
Zhou Long's expression darkened slightly. He glanced at Tang Zi and asked, "Did you feel the secret technique activate?"
"Huh?" Tang Zi was bewildered. "Are we supposed to feel it immediately? I don't feel anything."
After a moment's thought, he placed a hand on his stomach. "My stomach feels warm. Does that count?"
"Count my ass!" Zhou Long rolled his eyes, but his mood visibly improved.
Everything is about perspective.
If he had been the only one who failed to activate the "Refining Power to Silk" effect, he would have been upset. But seeing that Tang Zi also didn't trigger it made him feel much better.
A one-in-five chance—it was perfectly normal to miss.
Right?
"Hahaha! I triggered Wensi Tofu's special effect on my first try!"
A customer at a nearby table suddenly exclaimed in excitement, his face full of joy.
Stay calm… Stay calm…
Screw that!
Zhou Long and Tang Zi instantly looked up.
"Shut up!" they shouted in unison.
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