Feeding from Grandmaster Father

After the storm of "learning accidents," Lin Shen's days became increasingly comfortable.

His three masters thoroughly implemented the educational policy of "going with the flow and staying away from knowledge."

At the peak of Kunlun Mountain, nothing related to profound Daoist arts could be seen anymore.

In its place were all sorts of novel and interesting toys.

Tongtian Jiaozhu used his sword qi to carve Lin Shen a complete set of "Spirit Beast figurines."

From dragons, phoenixes, and qilin to mountain spirits and wild monsters, they were lifelike and could even move on their own.

The little green dragon would fly around Lin Shen's wrist, and the little phoenix would chirp and call in his palm.

Yuanshi Tianzun, on the other hand, utilized his expertise in formations to build a massive "Illusion Maze."

Inside were mountains, rivers, lakes, seas, birds singing, and flowers fragrant.

Lin Shen rode the Ink Qilin through it every day, exploring and having a blast.

Sometimes, when they encountered "little monsters" in the illusion, the Ink Qilin would even cooperate by letting out "ao ao" roars, making Lin Shen giggle uncontrollably.

Taishang Laojun was the most straightforward.

He transformed a small hill next to the Eight Sceneries Palace into a "Hundred Herbs Garden."

It was planted with various rare flowers and exotic herbs that were still young and did not possess overly strong Daoist charm.

Lin Shen could roll around in it, pull weeds, and play with mud, doing whatever made him happy.

Lin Shen had completely transformed into a beloved, spoiled child.

Of course, the "culinary competition" among the three masters had not stopped.

On the contrary, it was showing signs of escalating.

Especially Taishang Laojun and Tongtian Jiaozhu.

Ever since they were "dimensionally struck" by Yuanshi Tianzun's "Five Flavors Immortal Mountain" last time, both of them had been harboring a desire to regain their honor.

Tongtian Jiaozhu still stuck to his bold and unrestrained style.

However, he began to pay attention to ingredient pairings and heat control.

He even went to the Solar Star and fought with his "neighbors," Di Jun and Tai Yi.

He snatched a wisp of Solar True Fire, which he used specifically for stewing soup.

This elevated his "One Pot Wonder" by several notches in terms of aroma and energy levels.

As for Taishang Laojun, he poured all his rigor and creativity from alchemy into his culinary research.

On this day, Lin Shen had just finished playing in the mud in the Hundred Herbs Garden.

After Yuanshi Tianzun cast a Cleaning Spell on him, making him spotless, he was brought to the dining table.

Tongtian Jiaozhu and Yuanshi Tianzun had already presented their creations.

Tongtian Jiaozhu's was a pot of golden, radiant "Solar True Fire Stewed Green Bird."

The aroma almost transformed into tangible flames dancing around the pot.

Just smelling it made Lin Shen feel like his mouth was watering.

Yuanshi Tianzun didn't create any fancy bonsai this time.

Instead, he returned to simplicity and made a dish of "Nine Treasures Glazed Rice."

Steamed with nine different types of spiritual rice, the rice displayed nine colors.

It was as crystal clear as glazed glass, looking incredibly appetizing.

Just as Lin Shen was debating which one to eat first, Taishang Laojun walked out from behind with a smile.

He was holding a seemingly ordinary small purple clay stew pot.

The lid was tightly sealed, so it was impossible to see what was inside.

"Brother, what did you make today?"

Tongtian Jiaozhu asked curiously.

"Why isn't there any aroma?"

Yuanshi Tianzun also cast a doubtful glance.

With their elder brother's skill, even if he made a bowl of plain congee, it should have been accompanied by auspicious rays of light and auspicious clouds.

This one today was too plain.

"Heh heh, today's dish is all about one word."

Taishang Laojun smiled mysteriously.

He placed the small stew pot in front of Lin Shen and then gently lifted the lid.

The moment the lid was lifted!

There was no imagined glorious radiance, nor was there a rich aroma that assailed the nostrils.

There was only a faint, elegant... medicinal aroma, carrying an ancient aura?

Lin Shen curiously poked his little head forward to look into the stew pot.

He saw that in the clear soup, there quietly lay a... chubby little baby?

That little baby was about the same size as Lin Shen!

It had all its limbs, clear facial features, and even wore a simple, honest smile.

It was floating quietly in the soup with its eyes closed.

Lin Shen's eyes instantly widened!

He almost fell out of his baby chair.

Yi ya! (Is he going to eat a child?!)

He looked at Taishang Laojun in terror, his little eyes filled with accusation.

Master, you've changed!

You used to just feed me elixirs, but now you're feeding me my own kind!

Tongtian Jiaozhu and Yuanshi Tianzun were also stunned.

"Brother, what is this..."

Tongtian Jiaozhu pointed at the little baby in the soup, his face full of surprise.

"Where did you get that Ginseng Fruit?"

Ginseng Fruit, a spiritual root from Zhen Yuanzi's dojo. It bloomed once every three thousand years, bore fruit once every three thousand years, and only ripened after another three thousand years. It took ten thousand years to mature. Just smelling it could extend one's life by three hundred and sixty years; eating one could extend it by forty-seven thousand years. It was a top-tier treasure in the Primordial World. However, that Ginseng Fruit only resembled an infant, without such realistic facial features and expressions.

"No, no."

Taishang Laojun shook his head, a hint of pride on his face.

"This is not Ginseng Fruit. I used my alchemy techniques, with my understanding of the Great Dao as fire and the Qi of Heaven and Earth as a guide."

"I condensed the medicinal essence of a Ninety Thousand Year Old Humanoid He Shou Wu."

"It looks like a living being, but it is actually an elixir."

"It contains the purest Yimu Essence and Earth Qi."

"It is mild and nourishing, most suitable for spirit roots like Lin Shen, whose bodies are made of plants."

As he spoke, he gently scooped up the "little baby" with a jade spoon and brought it to Lin Shen's mouth.

"Come, good disciple, try the Taiqing Pill Spirit Soup that your Master specially made for you."

Lin Shen looked at the "elixir" that resembled a baby in front of him, his little face scrunched up. Even though he knew it wasn't a real child, the idea of eating a baby that looked so similar to him... felt too strange!

He shook his head, his little mouth clamped shut in refusal.

Taishang Laojun was taken aback. He had thought that this dish, in terms of creativity, efficacy, and technical skill, would undoubtedly surpass his two younger brothers. It was sure to win over his little disciple. He hadn't expected Lin Shen to refuse! Why? Was it not cute enough? He looked at the "Spirit Pill" in the soup, which looked so lifelike, and was utterly perplexed.

Tongtian Jiaozhu burst into laughter beside him.

"Hahaha! Brother, your attempt to curry favor has backfired!"

"How could a child possibly eat something so terrifying that you made?"

"My Green Bird is much more practical. Here, disciple, eat some meat!"

As he spoke, he prepared to feed Lin Shen his stewed Green Bird.

Yuanshi Tianzun also shook his head slightly, feeling that his elder brother had indeed been a bit too clever for his own good this time.

Lin Shen looked at the meat Tongtian Jiaozhu was offering, then at Taishang Laojun's somewhat dejected expression. He felt a pang of sympathy.

Master Father must have put a lot of thought into making this dish.

If I don't eat it, won't that break his heart?

Besides, this thing sounds quite nourishing...

He hesitated internally.

Finally, he reached out his small hand and pushed away Tongtian Jiaozhu's spoon.

Then he pointed at the "Pill Spirit."

Forget it, I'll just close my eyes and pretend I'm eating a plain steamed bun!

Seeing this, Taishang Laojun's worry immediately turned to joy.

His face broke into a wide smile.

"Good disciple, you truly know quality!"

He once again brought the "Pill Spirit" to Lin Shen's mouth.

Lin Shen mustered his courage and opened his small mouth.

Ah-woo! He took a bite, sinking his teeth into the "Pill Spirit's" head.

It melted in his mouth instantly!

An indescribable sweetness and warmth melted within him.

It transformed into the purest life energy, flowing into every part of his body.

Lin Shen's eyes lit up immediately!

What divine flavor was this?!

He felt as if he were immersed in a warm sea of life.

Every cell in his body was cheering and leaping.

The slight depletion he had felt after using "Words Manifest Reality" was instantly replenished.

There was even a large amount of pure energy that settled, becoming nourishment for his future growth.

Delicious!

So delicious!

More delicious than anything he had ever eaten before!

Lin Shen's eyes gleamed, and he quickly devoured the "Pill Spirit" completely.

He even drank every last drop of the soup.

After finishing, he licked his lips, still wanting more.

He let out a satisfied burp.

Burp~

A rich, clear scent of Yimu wafted from his mouth.

Taishang Laojun watched Lin Shen's satisfied expression, stroked his beard, and smiled heartily.

In terms of culinary skill, he had finally won a round!

Meanwhile, Tongtian Jiaozhu and Yuanshi Tianzun on the side once again felt that familiar pressure.

What dish should they make next to win against Big Brother's "Pill Spirit"?

The two great figures fell into deep contemplation once more.

Lin Shen, however, secretly rejoiced in his heart.

Oh my, Master Father's move is too cunning!

It looked intimidating, but it tasted so good!

If there were more good things like this in the future, he would be the first to snatch them up!