Endless Fire Domain Grand Hotel

"Hey, why are you still following us?"

During the journey, Nan Fusheng turned his head to look at Lan Fuzi, who was following closely behind him, his face full of confusion. "Didn't you already see Gu Yuena? Now that your wish has been fulfilled, you should be satisfied, right? Why aren't you going back to your residence yet?"

"Mind your own business!" Lan Fuzi glared at him immediately upon hearing this, her tone clearly displeased.

In fact, she did have the thought of leaving when she first saw Gu Yuena, but seeing Nan Fusheng's eagerness for her to disappear, her stubbornness was immediately stirred up.

"I'm doing this to protect Miss Gu Yuena's safety." Lan Fuzi curled her lip, looked up at Nan Fusheng, and said with a hint of deliberate sarcasm, "You're a grown man, going to a hotel to eat with a bunch of girls. What if you suddenly become a beast later?"

She paused, looked Nan Fusheng up and down, and added, "Even with your mediocre skills, if you really had any improper thoughts, you'd probably just get beaten to a pulp."

"But as Miss Gu Yuena's suitor, I can't just sit idly by. There's no need for anyone else to do it; I can wake you up myself."

Nan Fusheng's face immediately darkened, and he looked at her with hostility. "Hey, are you deliberately looking for a beating?"

"Who beats whom is still uncertain," Lan Fuzi retorted defiantly, a glint of eager anticipation flashing in her azure eyes. "What, do you want to spar with me? Don't worry, the favor I owe you still counts. I'll go easy on you when we make our move."

Upon hearing this, Nan Fusheng suddenly bent down and pulled Nahida into his arms, a disdainful smile on his face, "Laughable, how could I possibly fight you one-on-one? I have so many people with me; if it really comes down to a fight, we'll all come at you together."

"Hey, that's so despicable!" Looking at Nahida's innocent and childlike face, Lan Fuzi subconsciously took two steps back and said somewhat angrily, "If you have the guts, then have a fair and square match, don't call for outside help all the time!"

"What's it to you? Why don't you use your helpers? Are you just going to let them rot?" Nan Fusheng, hugging Nahida, his tone laced with a hint of roguishness.

"Despicable scoundrel..." Lan Fuzi gritted her teeth and cursed under her breath. She knew that Nahida had a special attitude towards Nan Fusheng. If things really got out of hand, she would probably get beaten up by the other party. So she had no choice but to retreat helplessly.

Watching the two bicker back and forth, Xu Xiaoyan, walking beside them, couldn't help but show a strange Xu Xiaoyan.

Nan Fusheng and Lan Fuzi had a conflict not long ago, so how come their relationship has become like that of close friends, with their banter even carrying a strange intimacy?

"Alright, alright," after a bit of bickering, Lan Fuzi seemed to have given up, waving her hand somewhat dejectedly, "Fine, I'll pay for everything tonight, is that alright?"

She really didn't want to go back to the hotel like that. That inexplicable, peculiar feeling in her heart wouldn't go away, and she felt she would definitely toss and turn all night if she didn't figure out why.

"No need to pay the bill."

At this moment, Fors, who was walking at the front, suddenly turned around with a gentle smile on her face, "After all, you are Fusheng's friend and also a participant in the Matchmaking Tournament. Although we're not in the same group, I'll have to trouble you Duoduo take care of him later."

"Huh?" Lan Fuzi was slightly taken aback, seemingly not expecting Fors to suddenly say this to her. She paused for a moment before reacting, and quickly nodded in response, "Okay."

Despite her extremely hostile attitude towards Nan Fusheng, Lan Fuzi inexplicably felt awkward when facing Fors.

She couldn't explain where this feeling came from. Perhaps it was because Fors's ability to control time and space at the Dessert Shop was so astonishing that it left her feeling deeply shocked.

Or perhaps it was the way Fors looked at her that sometimes made her feel uneasy, as if he could see right through her, leaving her with no secrets to hide.

This feeling made Lan Fuzi somewhat uncomfortable, yet she inexplicably couldn't muster the will to resist.

Fors she agreed, Fors nodded in satisfaction, turned around again, and continued to lead the group toward the restaurant ahead.

Nan Fusheng, carrying Nahida, exchanged a glare with Lan Fuzi and quickly followed.

The minor argument was thus resolved, but it subtly altered the atmosphere within the group, as if something invisible was quietly changing.

The "Endless Fire Territory" Hotel is located in a bustling area of Ming Capital and is an architectural masterpiece that combines modern style with classical charm.

There is a rather legendary story circulating on the mainland about its origin - it is said that this now famous hotel was Oldest One just an ordinary Barbecue Shop on a street corner in Shrek City.

The owner at that time was named Xiao Huohuo, a young man with considerable courage and ambition. With his unique barbecue skills and extreme pursuit of the quality of ingredients, his small shop quickly gained a good reputation in the local area.

What truly changed his Fate was that he astutely seized an opportunity, using his exceptional abilities to win the favor of capital and secure huge investments.

After that, Xiao Huohuo Thunder expanded his business to major cities across the mainland. The "Endless Fire Territory" brand, with its delicious and affordable barbecue and unique flavor, became a popular catering brand several years ago.

However, Xiao Huohuo's vision was not limited to the barbecue business.

After his "Endless Fire Territory" Barbecue Shop successfully spread throughout mainland China and formed a huge chain network, he quickly seized the opportunity and launched a new round of financing with "Endless Fire Territory" as the core of the brand.

This time, he not only attracted more capital but also brought several powerful catering giants into his camp. Through resource integration and complementary advantages, he enabled "Endless Fire Territory" to continuously expand its scale and influence, truly achieving "growing bigger and stronger."

After consolidating its position in the catering industry, "Endless Fire Territory" did not stop its expansion. Instead, it gradually ventured into multiple industries such as hotels, entertainment, and commerce, and eventually successfully transformed from a single Barbecue Shop into a comprehensive business giant.

Today, "Endless Fire Territory" is no longer the simple catering brand it once was; the forces behind it are deeply entrenched and unfathomable.

Rumors circulate that the Spirit Pagoda is behind this hotel, and that many high-ranking Federation officials are associated with it, suggesting that its power far exceeds that of ordinary commercial organizations.

Nan Fusheng and his entourage entered the hotel lobby in a grand procession. The smooth, mirror-like marble floor reflected their figures, and a faint fragrance filled the air, mingled with the enticing aroma of food.

The waiter, who had been waiting nearby, immediately stepped forward, wearing a standard and polite smile and looking at everyone with gentle eyes.

"I'm Fors, and I already made a reservation here." Fors stepped forward and calmly introduced herself.

"Yes, Ms. Fors." After confirming the information, the hostess bowed slightly and gestured invitingly, "Please follow me."

After saying that, the waiter turned and led the way.

The group followed closely behind, passing through the elegantly decorated lobby and walking along a long corridor covered with soft carpets. The corridor was lined with paintings that conveyed profound artistic conception, and soft lighting created a tranquil and comfortable atmosphere.

Before long, the waiter stopped at a wooden door carved with intricate patterns. Above the door hung an antique plaque with three gilded characters that read "Great Thousand Palace," written in vigorous strokes and exuding an extraordinary aura.

The waiter reached out and pushed open the door, gesturing to the side, "Please come in, everyone."

The group entered the private room one by one. The "Great Thousand Palace" private room was decorated in an antique style, exuding exquisiteness and sophistication in every detail.

A large round table with a smooth, jade-like surface sits in the center of the room, large enough to seat sixteen people at the same time, and is surrounded by neatly arranged matching chairs.

Along one wall, there is a sofa and coffee table for people to relax. The sofa is covered with soft brocade, showing its comfort.

The wall opposite the door is a floor-to-ceiling window that is completely transparent, and outside the window is a carefully cultivated artificial lake.

The lake water was crystal clear, and several colorful koi carp swam leisurely in it, sometimes swishing their tails and sometimes blowing bubbles, their movements graceful and lively.

Occasionally, a few koi carp will leap out of the water, raising a string of sparkling water droplets that refract seven colors in the sunlight, before falling back into the water with a "plop," creating ripples in circles. The scene is beautiful and full of life.

"The environment here is really nice." Xu Xiaoyan walked to the window, looked at the lake view outside, and couldn't help but exclaim.

Fors smiled and said, "The private rooms in this restaurant are all unique, and ' Great Thousand Palace ' has a pretty good view. Please have a seat and see what you'd like to eat." With that, she gestured for the waiter to distribute the menus.

Xu Xiaoyan picked up the menu with great interest, her fingertips lightly brushing across the smooth pages, her gaze falling on the Lin Lang of dishes.

Next to the names of the dishes on the menu, their levels were clearly marked, ranging from Yellow to Earth, and arranged neatly:

Yellow Tier Low: Plum Egg Fried Rice.

Intermediate Yellow Tier: Golden Fried Rice.

Advanced Yellow Tier: Dreamy Mapo Tofu...

Low-level Xuan Rank: Rising Dragon Dumpling.

Low-level Xuan Rank: Peerless Beauty Noodles.

Low-level Xuan-rank: Golden Ratio Siu Mai).

Intermediate Xuan Rank: The Lobster Tri-Contention.

Advanced Xuan Rank: Precious Sea Bream Continent Map...

Low-level Earth Rank: Four Divine Seafood Eight-Treasure Bun...

Looking at this uniquely categorized menu, along with terms like Yellow, Mysterious, and Earthly Rank, Xu Xiaoyan couldn't help but frown, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes.

She looked up at Fors beside her, her tone tinged with curiosity. "What do the levels on this menu mean? Are they ratings of the dishes' flavor?"

Upon hearing this, Fors chuckled and patiently explained, "This is the restaurant's unique categorization method. It's said that they divide all their dishes into four levels: Heaven, Earth, Xuanhuang, with Heaven being the highest and Yellow the lowest. The specifications and ingredients of the dishes vary greatly depending on the level."

"Oh?" Xu Xiaoyan immediately became interested and asked, "Then what are the specific differences between the different levels of dishes? It can't just be different names and prices, can it?"

"Of course not." Fors nodded and continued, "Yellow-rank cuisine mainly uses common ingredients, such as common grains, vegetables, poultry, and meat. The cooking methods are relatively home-style, the taste is more popular, and the price is naturally the most affordable."

"Up to the Xuan rank and above, the quality of ingredients undergoes a qualitative leap—Xuan rank dishes mostly use rare and Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures containing traces of spiritual energy, or the meat of Hundred-Year Soul Beast. Special cooking techniques are also incorporated, making the dishes not only delicious but also providing some assistance in the recovery of Spirit Master's Soul Power."

"As for dishes of Earth Rank and above, the requirements are even higher. They require at least a dozen kinds of ingredients at the level of Thousand-Year Soul Beast, and the cooking process is time-consuming and labor-intensive, often requiring the restaurant's top chef to do it personally."

"Most Earth-rank dishes use Ten-Thousand-Year Level Soul Beast as the main ingredient, supplemented with a variety of rare Spirit Herb. Not only is the taste incredibly rich, but it can also gently nourish the Spirit Master's meridians, greatly benefiting cultivation."

"What about that heavenly cuisine?" Kiana, who was standing nearby, was also intrigued and couldn't help but interject, her eyes sparkling with longing for the food.

Fors looked at her and explained, "Heavenly-grade cuisine is practically legendary in this restaurant. It's said that it starts with Ten-Thousand-Year Level Soul Beast as main ingredients, and there are extremely strict requirements on the type and age of the Soul Beast. They often require Soul Beast that grow in specific environments or rare species with special attributes."

"At the same time, a chef who can cook Heaven-level dishes not only needs extraordinary culinary skills, but also needs to reach the level of Titled Douluo in order to perfectly control the Berserk energy in the ingredients and transform it into a mild and pure delicacy."

"However, these kinds of dishes are extremely rare and can't be ordered anytime. They usually need to be booked well in advance, and the prices are shockingly high."

"So that's how it is..." Xu Xiaoyan suddenly understood, her eyes filled with curiosity and anticipation as she looked at the dishes on the menu. "This restaurant is really interesting; even the dishes are categorized so meticulously. It looks like I'll be able to try some new things today."

Just as everyone was discussing the menu with great interest, the door to the private room was gently pushed open, and a waiter in an elegant uniform walked in carrying a large silver tray.

The tray was covered with a silver lid of the same material, completely concealing the food inside, leaving only a vague outline visible, which added to the mystery.

"Fors Majesty Fors," the waiter said with utmost respect, his tone filled with barely concealed awe, "Your previously reserved celestial dish—'The Great Heaven Creation Palm' —has been personally prepared by the head chef. Please enjoy it."

"Okay, bring it up." Fors nodded slightly, his tone calm, as if he were just saying something perfectly ordinary.

The waiter responded and carefully placed the tray steadily in the center of the table. The tray was so large that it took up almost a third of the round table, which showed how substantial the dish was.

Lan Fuzi, Na Nali, Wu Siduo and the others were instantly drawn to it, and Xu Xiaoyan, Kiana and the others next to them also put down their menus and stared curiously at the plate covered by the silver lid.

Heavenly Cuisine?

This is a legendary existence that Fors just mentioned. It requires rare Soul Beast of Ten-Thousand-Year Level as ingredients and must be prepared by a chef of Titled Douluo level. Ordinary people can hardly even see it.

Their sudden appearance at this moment is bound to arouse curiosity.

Even the usually composed Gu Yuena couldn't help but show a hint of surprise in her purple eyes.

Although with her status and knowledge, most delicacies in the world would be beneath her notice, Fors's previous descriptions were too intriguing. Now that she had seen the legendary heavenly cuisine with her own eyes, it would be a lie to say that she was completely unmoved.

Under everyone's watchful eyes, the waiter took a deep breath, grasped the edge of the silver lid with both hands, and with an almost Ritual solemnity, slowly lifted it up.

"Boom--!"

The instant the silver lid left the tray, a dazzling golden light burst forth from the tray, like a sleeping dragon suddenly awakening, carrying a vast and boundless aura as it soared into the sky.

The light was so intense that it seemed to transform the entire private room into a golden ocean, so dazzling that it was impossible to open one's eyes.

"Ah! My eyes..."

Kiana, who was closest, instinctively gasped and quickly covered her eyes, looking somewhat embarrassed.

Others reacted in turn, turning their faces to the side or squinting their eyes; for a moment, no one could look directly at the golden light.