The morning sun reflected violet off Twilight Lake as I unpacked my portable kitchen. Today wasn't just any cooking day — it was the Fenris Warden banquet, the test that could cement my reputation.
I activated my Online Grocery & Item Box, and the interface shimmered. Rows of ingredients appeared, from multiple worlds.
Earth Foods: Korean chili paste, Japanese miso, Italian herbs, Indian saffron, chocolate, cheeses, rice, and more.
Realm Ingredients: Phoenix Yolk, Dragon Bones, Starfire Pepper, Moonlight Truffles, Aurora Bloom.
Tools: Magical pans, portable stoves, jars, seasoning kits.
> [Currency System: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum — for human trading only]
Bronze = everyday ingredients
Silver = imported or higher-quality
Gold = rare realm ingredients
Platinum = premium, extremely rare items
I smirked. "I can feed humans, legendary beasts, and gods… basically anywhere."
Lumina floated beside me. "Master… Fenris' senses are acute. Every flavor must be precise."
> [Quest Reminder: Prepare Banquet for Fenris Warden — Time Remaining: 72 Hours]
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⚡ Preparing the Banquet
First, I crafted Celestial Flame Roast — Dragon Bones, Phoenix Yolk, Starfire Pepper. The aroma radiated like living magic. Even humans from nearby villages paused in awe.
> [System Message: Banquet Dish Prepared — Palate Sensory Enhancement Active]
Next, Aurora Bloom Salad — awakens magical senses. Then I activated Ingredient Fusion Mode, combining Earth and realm ingredients: Korean miso + Phoenix Yolk + Aurora Bloom → a multi-layered divine dish.
The aroma exploded across the pavilion. Sparks of magic danced like fireflies.
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🌟 Fenris Warden Arrives
Fenris, the massive silver-furred wolf, appeared, sniffing the air. His eyes glowed. I gulped. "Okay… don't mess this up."
He tasted the Celestial Flame Roast first. Sparks of magical energy flared.
> [System Message: Fenris Warden — Dish Approved, Palate Satisfaction +40%]
Then the salad. He circled, sniffed delicately, and let out a deep, approving growl.
> [Quest Update: Fenris Banquet — Dish 2 Complete, Palate Satisfaction +35%]
Finally, the Legendary Fusion Dish, blending Celestial Flame Roast, Aurora Bloom Salad, and Midnight Phoenix Bao with miso from Earth. Fenris sniffed and then ate. Golden aura radiated. A howl of approval shook the pavilion.
> [System Message: Banquet Complete — Fenris Warden Fully Satisfied]
[EXP +12,000 | Hidden Skill Mastery +1 | Legendary Companion Bond +1]
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⚔️ Human Trade & Coins
As Fenris rested, villagers approached. They wanted Earth-style food: miso soup, kimchi, chocolates, and herbs. I opened the Online Grocery, selling to them using Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum coins.
> Bronze — everyday rice, vegetables, spices
Silver — imported ingredients or high-quality Earth foods
Gold — rare local ingredients
Platinum — premium dishes
I smiled. "Even humans can enjoy interdimensional cooking… and earn me some coin."
> [Passive Effect: Trade Efficiency +30%, Cooking Speed +20%]
The pavilion buzzed — humans happy, small beasts curious, and Fenris quietly approving.
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🌿 Next Steps
Fenris granted protection for my caravan and companions. My reputation grew among humans, beasts, and legendary creatures alike.
> [New Quest Unlocked: Explore Twilight Forest — Discover Hidden Legendary Ingredients & Recipes]
I glanced at Lumina and Umbra. "Riku… you don't just cook. You survive, thrive, and make gods and humans drool. Next stop… the hidden treasures of Twilight Forest."
> "Let's see what this world truly has to offer."