285: P5 level food library redemption rights

The life support pods opened, and researchers, working in concert, slowly fed the warm, palatable porridge into the Special Operations Squad members' mouths using specialized feeding devices.

The moment the porridge entered their mouths, a miracle occurred.

Ban Yangming's tightly furrowed brow was the first to relax, the struggling and pained expression on his face melting away like ice and snow, replaced by a peaceful look of immersion in warmth and tranquility.

He swallowed unconsciously, his body's instinctive rejection completely gone.

The other squad members were the same.

The 'Soothing Fragrant Porridge,' imbued with Lu Chuan's ultimate culinary skill and heart, and infused with the essence of rare otherworldly ingredients, seemed to transform into a sweet spring nourishing a parched heart, a bright lamp guiding the lost.

The confusion and despondency of consciousness brought on by the 'delusion' quickly dissipated like mist in the sunlight before this gentle yet firm power.

On the monitoring screens, the chaotic brainwave 雜波 calmed and became orderly at a visible speed, finally stabilizing into a state full of vitality and peace.

All vital sign data also returned to normal synchronously, even becoming more vigorous and harmonious than before the experiment.

"It worked! The 'delusion' reaction is gone!"

"Brainwaves stable! Consciousness restored!"

"Energy levels steadily rising! Cell activity remains high! Gourmet Cells... successfully activated!"

In the control room, after a brief silence, an uncontrollable cheer erupted.

Researchers excitedly hugged each other and high-fived in celebration.

Ye Chen watched the Special Operations Squad members on the monitoring screens, one by one, gradually opening their eyes, their gazes initially bewildered but then quickly regaining their sharp clarity, and his lips almost imperceptibly pressed together.

His gaze turned to the kitchen monitor, where Lu Chuan was untying his apron, letting out a soft sigh of relief.

A researcher excitedly reported:

"All Special Operations Squad members participating in the experiment have passed through the 'delusion,' their consciousness is clear, and their Gourmet Cellss are stably activated. Preliminary tests show an average increase of over thirty-five percent in physical functions, and potential development exceeded expectations."

Ye Chen nodded, his voice transmitting through the microphone throughout the control room, and clearly reaching the kitchen.

"The experiment was successful. Everyone worked hard."

In the kitchen, Lu Chuan heard this, looked down at the empty clay pot, and couldn't help but smile slightly.

Being able to use his culinary skills to help these warriors who protect their homeland become stronger, this sense of satisfaction was no less than the moment a mission was completed.

In the conference room, the few leaders who had watched the entire process, who usually remained composed even when mountains crumbled before them, now showed a hint of a peculiar expression.

Their focus had now shifted from the experimental process, which non-professional researchers could not understand, to Lu Chuan.

"This experiment truly found a new path. Who would have thought that a rigorous scientific experiment could also be linked to culinary skills?"

"Gourmet Cells... hehe, it truly lives up to the name 'Gourmet.' It's truly eye-opening."

"Incredible! This young man, with just a pot of porridge, could influence a test at the conscious level?"

"Transforming ingredients into a medicinal guide, leading the mind out of delusion... This is no longer just culinary skill; it's almost 'the Dao.'"

"The 'nutritionist' that Director Ye found is simply a treasure!"

The experiment was a complete success, and the Special Operations Squad members needed to undergo 24 hours of close observation at the institute.

Lu Chuan's task was complete, and accompanied by Lin Wei, he left the underground research institute.

In the car returning to his residence, Lin Wei looked at Lu Chuan, who was resting with his eyes closed beside her, hesitated for a moment, and spoke softly, her tone much gentler than usual.

"Mr. Lu, we truly owe you a lot this time."

Lu Chuan opened his eyes and smiled.

"It was my duty. I'm glad I could help."

Lin Wei nodded, saying nothing more, but the approval in her eyes was more evident than ever before.

Upon returning to his residence, Lu Chuan washed up and then collapsed onto his soft bed.

He stared at the ceiling, his mood somewhat peculiar at the moment.

He was, after all, just a small commoner, yet he was able to participate in such a national-level secret experiment and play a crucial role. This experience was truly extraordinary.

At the same time, he also gained a deeper understanding of 'Gourmet Cellss' and otherworldly ingredients.

The path of culinary arts, it seemed, had an even broader world awaiting him to explore.

"System," he murmured in his mind, "check panel."

Gourmet Resonance System

Host: Lu Chuan

Cell Awakening Rate: 15%

appetite coins: 16780

Talents: Mind Bug, Heart Fire Tempering

Skills: Gourmet Cell Diagnosis

Items: mystic crystal kitchen knife set (includes Sumeru space), jade marrow rice seeds and spiritual energy planting box (growing), remaining P5-grade auxiliary ingredients (a small amount)...

Current Mission: None (New mission refreshing soon)

Looking at the data on the panel, he was in a very good mood.

With the 'Heart Fire Tempering' talent, he felt more confident in refining his 'Seven-Colored Exquisite Heart Fried Rice' and exploring more dishes that incorporate otherworldly ingredients.

Just then, his encrypted communicator chimed, a message from Lin Wei.

"Mr. Lu, the experimental data has been compiled, and the results exceeded expectations. Attached is a brief report on the characteristics of some otherworldly ingredients used in this experiment and an expanded list of P5-grade ingredients available for exchange, for your reference. Additionally, a small-scale promotion experiment will begin next week, requiring you to continue providing special meals. Ingredients will be delivered on time. Points rewards have been credited to your account."

Attached to the message was a detailed report and a dazzling new list of P5-grade ingredients.

"Oh, because the meals I provided helped the experiment succeed, they've finally opened up the exchange access to the P5-grade ingredient library for me?"

Lu Chuan's eyes lit up, and he immediately immersed himself in studying the characteristics of the new ingredients.

"P4-grade ingredients were mainly plant-based, but at P5-grade, some rare animal ingredients are starting to appear, like this 'High Mountain Dairy Cow,' which produces high-protein nutritious milk and has a daily yield of up to 1500 liters!"

"And this 'Giant Horned Deer,' ten meters tall, with extremely high cell activity. Its antlers can be repeatedly harvested! The medicinal properties of its deer blood are three to five times that of other deer species on Earth!"

"And, and, this Five-Colored Phoenix-Tailed Chicken, with its massive three-meter height, has incredibly delicious and tender meat. A little cooking makes it rich and juicy!"

"And this Crystal Fish, swimming freely in icy water, has fine ice crystals in its blood. Its flesh is delicate, completely boneless, cool and refreshing, melting in your mouth!"

"And even this..."

Lu Chuan looked at the description of each ingredient in the P5-grade ingredient library, imagining the finished products after cooking them one by one with his superb culinary skills, and was filled with emotion.

These otherworldly ingredients truly broadened one's horizons.