Even Sages Have to Fight for Sales! The Underworld Supermarket Is Open!

The birth of "barbecue" triggered a storm of laws far more violent than that of "construction".

That almost overpowering aroma of meat actually broke through the barriers of the laws of the Metaverse.

It transformed into a faint yet real "Daoist charm," drifting through the real underworld.

The Qiankun Food Sage, with his mountain-like body, suddenly sprang up from the edge of his "stewing pool," his movements even faster than any other master of movement techniques.

He stared intently at the light screen, his nostrils flaring as he tried to catch a whiff of fragrance emanating from the virtual world.

His face, which always wore a kind smile, froze completely for the first time. His eyes widened, and a flame of shock and fervor ignited in his pupils.

"This... this is the purest path to culinary excellence!"

He felt that his Great Dao of Food, based on "stewing" and "boiling," was being violently eroded by a primal force from "roasting"!

A completely new cooking method, bursting with flames and smoky aromas, suddenly opened up before his eyes!

"No! This child must be taken as my last disciple!"

The Qiankun Food Sage could no longer contain himself; he wished he could rush into the Metaverse, grab that kid named Suiren, and force him to become his disciple.

Meanwhile, Suiren Shi, the newly crowned "God of Fire" and "Father of Barbecue," was holding a perfectly roasted rabbit, brittle on the outside and tender on the inside, and devouring it.

Every bite is a double baptism for both the taste buds and the soul.

He didn't even have time to check his personal panel.

There, a million Merit Star were flashing with dazzling light, instantly making him the richest person in the entire Novice Village.

The golden characters of the [World Announcement] were still slowly dissipating in the world, and the human players throughout the entire Metaverse had completely fallen into madness.

"Fire! It's fire! We have fire now! We don't have to be afraid of the dark anymore!"

"Cooked food! Oh my god, I finally don't have to eat that bloody raw meat anymore!"

"Barbecue! Just the smell is driving me crazy! Quick, does anyone know how to start a fire? I'd trade my newly built three-bedroom thatched hut for it!"

Suddenly, the construction boom that had just begun in the Novice Village took a sharp turn for the worse.

Everyone devoted themselves to the scientific research effort of "making fire by friction".

The grating sounds of friction completely replaced the clanging sounds of construction, becoming the new main theme of the Novice Village.

In the underworld.

The bigwigs who witnessed this scene had their thoughts stirred once again.

Youchao Shi's "architecture" gave rise to the real estate industry.

The business opportunities hidden behind Suiren Shi's "fire" and "cooked food" are even more unfathomable than the Chaos Sea!

"Cough cough!"

Zhunti, one of the Two Sages of the West, was the first to sense the business opportunity.

A glint of shrewdness, typical of a businessman, flashed across his perpetually ailing face.

"Fellow Daoists, although Suiren Shi mastered the method of fire-making, this method is inefficient and the success rate is worrying."

"Moreover, there are thousands of kinds of plants and trees in the Primordial World. Which type of wood is the easiest to start a fire? Which type of firewood burns the most vigorously and produces the least smoke? These are all profound questions!"

He abruptly changed the subject, declaring loudly to the void, his voice once again filled with that compassionate and merciful spirit.

"Our Western Teachings is willing to share the burdens of all beings! From this moment forward, we will open the 'Western Selection Firewood Specialty Store' within the Metaverse!"

"Exclusively sold in our store, this 'Merit Bodhi Wood' has been personally blessed by my fellow disciple and me with the supreme Buddhist teachings!"

"This wood perfectly solves user pain points; it ignites instantly, burns without smoke or dust, and even has a calming and soothing effect, greatly enhancing the user experience!"

"Another prized item is the 'Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree (Trial Version),' which emits a seven-colored glow when burned. It's an essential luxury item for home, travel, and even for romantic proposals!"

"Fair prices, honest and transparent! Fully supports Merit Star Payment, and can even offer 'Karma Loan' installment payment services for those who are destined to receive them!"

Good heavens!

He's even managed to make the firewood business incredibly successful!

This move was like a thunderbolt, completely waking up all the "business tycoons" present.

"Firewood alone isn't enough! The soul of barbecue is the seasoning!"

Qiankun Food Sage stepped forward, his massive body exuded the unique aura of majesty befitting God of Food.

"Qiankun Food Mansion is launching its 'Primordial Secret Barbecue Seasoning' product line!"

"Based on rare and exotic spices from the Chaos, and supplemented with the power of the Three Thousand Great Dao Laws, we have deeply developed a variety of popular flavors such as 'Thirteen Spices,' 'Spicy and Savory,' and 'Cumin Flavor'!"

"Even more, there's the ultimate hidden gem, personally crafted by a culinary master— 'Soul-Crushing Sauce'! Just one drop is enough to penetrate your Divine Soul, letting you experience the true essence of divine deliciousness!"

"We are now opening 'Food Mansion Seasoning Shop' in major cities across the Metaverse. Welcome to sample our offerings!"

When Zhurong and Gonggong saw this, their eyes turned red.

The two exchanged a glance, instantly completing a tacit strategic cooperation deal with just their eyes.

"How can you have barbecue without drinks!" Zhurong's roar was like a thunderclap.

"Our Zhurong Tribe Gonggong Tribe have joined forces in a cross-industry collaboration to launch the 'Ice and Fire Double Heaven' series of functional beverages!"

"With my All-Heavenly Divine Fire, I will thoroughly roast the ten-thousand-year-old Fire Jujube, and then Gonggong Daoist Gonggong will rapidly freeze it with Nine Nether Profound Ice, instantly locking in its essence!"

"One bite, and you'll experience the ultimate explosion of ice and fire in your mouth! Instantly igniting the wildest Battle Intent deep within your blood!"

"The Witch Clan's finest wine is universally acclaimed! Now exclusively bundled with the 'Witch Tribe Online Gym' in the Metaverse! Purchase a yearly gym membership and enjoy a 20% discount!"

Even the Demon Emperor Di Jun, who always sat high in the sky looking down on all living beings, was moved by a whispered conversation between his strategist Bai Ze and others.

He coughed lightly, and the emperor's majesty was naturally revealed.

"The Cooked Food Era has arrived; the quality of ingredients is of paramount importance."

"We, the demon race, rule over the Myriad Stars Array and possess the most expansive territory in Primordial World primordial world. From this moment forward, we will establish the 'Demon Emperor Fresh Foods' chain supermarkets within the Metaverse!"

"Our shop will supply all beings in the Metaverse with top-tier ingredients personally sourced from all corners of the Primordial World by the various demon gods of my demon race (data version)!"

"From the Dragon Carp of the East Sea to the Kun Fish of the Northern Darkness, from the Phoenix Egg of the Southern Ming Volcano to the White Tiger Meat of the West Kunlun, the variety is complete and all kinds are available!"

"I hereby promise that every ingredient undergoes rigorous inspection by the Solar True Fire to ensure freshness, safety, and reliability!"

"Demon Emperor Fresh Foods, dedicated to providing you with an imperial-level culinary experience!"

In an instant.

Selling firewood, selling seasonings, selling alcohol, selling fresh produce...

A complete industrial chain was instantly constructed within the Metaverse, revolving around the most fundamental human desire. "Eating."

The commercialization of the underworld has been blatantly propelled to a whole new level.

All the Sage and powerful beings were now bloodthirsty.

They are no longer gods who are high above them.

They are entrepreneurs who are giving their all to achieve their KPIs, seize market share, and realize a closed business cycle.

Lin Shen, meanwhile, was nestled in the huge red sofa, staring blankly at the bustling commercial spectacle on the light screen.

He inhaled the increasingly complex and enticing aromas of food wafting from the virtual world.

His glistening saliva dripped from the corner of his mouth onto the Ancestor Hong Yun's Cloud Mist Sofa, soaking a large area.

He felt that this game called "Metaverse" seemed to be... getting more and more delicious.

He licked his lips.

A bold idea took shape in his mind.

Should he also go in and open a shop?

He sells... his specialty, lollipops!