More Slavers' Souls Added Again

On the sizzling griddle, plump, golden takoyaki slowly puffed up, their surfaces crisp and fragrant. They were covered in shredded seaweed and bonito flakes, which gently swayed in the rising steam as if dancing.

The rich aroma of butter and milk, the freshness of octopus, and the unique scent of special seasonings blended together into an irresistible temptation. Just smelling it made people swallow.

Behind the stall stood an honest-looking octopus Fish-Man. Several of his tentacles deftly turned the takoyaki on the griddle, his movements skilled and swift, while a gentle smile rested on his face.

"Huh? Boss, what spices did you use? How can the smell carry this far?"

Yamato was the first to crowd up to the stall, her sparkling eyes fixed on the takoyaki on the griddle as she asked curiously. She had eaten takoyaki in Wano Country before, but none had ever smelled this enticing.

The octopus Fish-Man vendor laughed, picked up a freshly made serving of takoyaki, and held it out to Yamato.

"This is a special seasoning from my hometown, Waterwheel Town. Not only does it make the aroma travel farther, but it also makes the takoyaki taste richer. What do you think, miss? Want to try some?"

Gulp.

Yamato stared at the steaming takoyaki before her and involuntarily swallowed hard.

The one thing she could never resist in her life was good food. She hurriedly took it, speared one with a bamboo pick, blew on it, and carefully bit down.

The outer layer was crisp and fragrant, while the inside was soft and creamy. The chunk of octopus in the middle was springy and chewy, and the salty sweetness of the special seasoning made layers of flavor explode in her mouth.

With that one bite, a warm feeling slid from her throat into