One-Day Dragon Cry, the Lady's Purpose

Snow drifted through the air.

The fish in the lake knew nothing of the freezing cold. Frog-beasts croaked atop lotus leaves, while swans spread their wings in the depths of the lake.

As the banquet had only just begun, the gathered prodigies maintained their manners and poise. They traded compliments as they conversed, and the atmosphere was one of perfect harmony.

Peng Lianyun, seated opposite Li Xian, found Li Xian displeasing to the eye. Yet he did not seek trouble, instead chatting with the nearby prodigies about amusing matters.

A quarter of an hour later.

Seventy-five graceful women rowed over in boats, delivering the second course. The woman at the very front was exceptionally beautiful, dressed in a colorful skirt with ribbons fluttering around her. She was specifically tasked with serving the dish to the young master in the chief seat.

She walked gracefully at the front and went straight up to the seventh floor. The other women followed close behind, well-trained and orderly. Before long, the second course was delivered to Li Xian's table.

This dish was far more exquisite than the previous one. It had actually been arranged into the shape of a dragon, baring fangs and brandishing claws, lifelike in every detail, its scales a gleaming gold.

It seemed as though, if tossed into the lake, it would fly away at once.

"Miss, what is this dish called?" Li Xian asked.

The graceful woman smiled sweetly and explained, "This is [One-Day Dragon Cry]. Please be careful, Young Master. Do not let the dragon scratch you."

"Thank you." Li Xian smiled.

The dish was mysterious. It could not be found in any restaurant or dining hall in the prefectural city. Since it was appearing for the first time, no one could explain its origins. Li Xian examined it