116: Samsung Food Hunter

"Boss, twenty skewers of beef, please."

Black Dragon was also a straightforward person; since he had decided to let the new recruits enjoy themselves, he took out his phone without hesitation and paid by scanning the code.

"Alright, please wait a moment."

In a short while, a mouth-watering aroma wafted from the barbecue stall, quickly spreading throughout the entire new recruit regiment.

It was a tempting blend of the unique smoky scent of charcoal and the rich aroma of fresh beef fat, enough to move even the most hard-hearted person.

Even a tough guy like Black Dragon, with his steel-like will, couldn't help but show a strong desire under the assault of this aroma.

If Black Dragon was like this, there was no need to mention the young new recruits.

Many had already begun to unconsciously swallow their saliva, their eyes fixed on the delicious food that was about to arrive.

Some were so eager that crystal clear drool had subtly appeared at the corners of their mouths, completely immersed in the upcoming feast for their taste buds.

Finally, when the glistening, enticingly shiny beef skewers were distributed to everyone, the actions of the entire new recruit regiment became remarkably synchronized, as if carefully choreographed.

They almost simultaneously brought the skewers to their lips; at that moment, the entire world seemed to fall silent, with only the resonance of heartbeats and breathing remaining.

With a gentle bite, the crispy outside and tender, juicy beef exploded in their mouths, and the rich, savory flavor swept over them like a tide, impacting everyone's taste buds.

The new recruits' faces all showed expressions of disbelief, a look of being deeply shaken by pure deliciousness.

Their tongues seemed to be fiercely "struck" by this sudden deliciousness.

In addition to the shock, seven out of ten new recruits accidentally bit their tongues due to excessive excitement.

The remaining three bit their cheeks from biting too hard.

For a moment, pain and surprise intertwined.

But this pain did not diminish their fervent love for this gourmet food; instead, it made the experience even more profound and unforgettable.

These men, usually resolute and strong, now behaved like children, their eyes reddened, some from pain, but more from the emotion brought by this unprecedented taste sensation.

They looked at each other, their eyes sparkling with incredulity.

This grilled beef skewer was definitely the most unforgettable gourmet food they had ever eaten.

"Delicious!"

"It's too delicious!"

Even a battle-hardened soldier like Black Dragon couldn't help but exclaim.

The rich aroma of wheat slipped into his mouth like delicate silk, instantly enveloping every taste bud, bringing an indescribable sense of satisfaction.

The aroma seemed like a golden wheat field gently swaying in the summer breeze, concentrating the richness of the earth and the warmth of the sun, impacting Black Dragon's tongue and awakening his dormant sensory enjoyment.

Immediately after, before Black Dragon could fully recover from the rich wheat aroma, a pure and intense savory beef flavor suddenly exploded in his mouth, like the dust raised by a herd of wild buffalo running across the grassland, carrying a primal wildness and freedom that struck deep into his Soul.

The meat was firm yet tender and smooth, every fiber bursting with juice, as if it were nature's most direct gift, making every cell in Black Dragon's body cheer with joy.

Black Dragon could no longer suppress the craving in his heart and began to devour it wildly, each bite like savoring the most precious gourmet food in the world.

That sense of satisfaction made him forget all worries and fatigue.

The new recruits were the same, wishing they could swallow the bamboo skewer along with the meat.

The beef skewers Han Fei made had only five small, exquisite pieces of meat on each skewer.

For these warriors with astonishing appetites, they disappeared in virtually two or three bites.

After eating, these muscular, incredibly strong men looked like a group of aggrieved little girls, their eyes full of anticipation and longing, staring intently at their instructor.

Their gaze held both infinite nostalgia for the gourmet food and a silent plea for more deliciousness.

Black Dragon felt the collective "pressure of being watched" and instantly felt his scalp tingle, his body involuntarily retreating two steps, a wry smile in his heart.

At this moment, he was no better off than these new recruits.

His mind was filled with the haunting aroma of the beef skewers; no other food could pique his interest in the slightest.

A lingering trace of reason whispered in his mind, reminding him of the restraint expected of an instructor, that he should go to the hotel for power cuisine.

But his hand honestly reached for his phone, and the payment action was smooth and swift, without the slightest hesitation.

"Another twenty beef skewers!"

"No! Forty skewers!" Black Dragon roared excitedly.

As for the power cuisine carefully prepared for them by the hotel, it was long forgotten by Black Dragon at this moment.

Although those dishes could enhance strength, in terms of taste, they were miles apart from the beef skewers!

When those seemingly ordinary beef skewers entered their mouths, all past memories of gourmet food seemed to be instantly refreshed.

These beef skewers were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, every bite an extreme tease to the taste buds.

Even these new recruits, who had been fortunate enough to enjoy dishes meticulously prepared by Three-Star Gourmet Hunters, couldn't help but praise, believing that the deliciousness of these beef skewers was in no way inferior to those expensive delicacies.

At the same time, Han Fei was also subtly using his Forbidden Magic to conduct a silent exchange.

Whenever the new recruits were immersed in happiness due to the gourmet food, Han Fei could silently replicate their abilities.

From combat techniques honed in various practical battles to the most basic fisticuffs, and complex grappling and throwing, nothing was missed.

Their precision and keenness in using firearms, whether it was rapid aiming or tactical application in complex environments, were all absorbed by Han Fei.

Due to the special nature of "Taste Sublimation," even if there was a huge gap between the new recruits' abilities and Han Fei's, the abilities gained through Deliciousness Exchange could occasionally bring Han Fei unexpected enhancements.

Even more astonishing was that the robust physiques the new recruits possessed through rigorous training also indirectly enhanced Han Fei's own physical strength through the effect of "Taste Sublimation," allowing him to reach a new level in strength and endurance.

"Taste Sublimation is truly useful."

Han Fei skillfully flipped the beef skewers on the grill, sighing inwardly.

If he didn't have this ability, it would be difficult for him to gain much by making gourmet food for ordinary people.

After all, his current abilities, especially his combat abilities, had long surpassed the realm of what ordinary people could comprehend.

Even a renowned strongman in the military like Black Tiger could not compare to him.

Just as Han Fei was sighing in his heart, an ethereal voice sounded in his ear.

"Your beef skewers smell good."

Han Fei involuntarily looked up.

As far as his eyes could see, a woman in a pristine white apron came into view.

Her blue hair swayed gently in the breeze, like seaweed dancing in the deep sea, exuding an unsullied, fresh, and refined aura.

The moment he saw her face, Han Fei's heart jolted.

Standing before him was none other than Tianhe City's universally known Three-Star Gourmet Hunter, the Water Mist Goddess, Blue Moon Chant!

As Tianhe City's only resident Three-Star Gourmet Hunter, her image was ubiquitous in the city's streets and alleys.

Her gentle smile on billboards had long become a unique scenic highlight of the city.

Even someone like Han Fei, who didn't interact much with the culinary world, had heard her name more than once.

Suppressing his inner excitement, Han Fei tried to maintain his outward calm, a smile gracing his lips as he said, "If you're interested, why not try a skewer?"

Facing Han Fei's invitation, a hint of hesitation flashed in Blue Moon Chant's eyes.

As a Three-Star Gourmet Hunter, she almost exclusively ate dishes she prepared herself.

Like most Three-Star Gourmet Hunters, she believed that only dishes personally crafted by her could touch the ultimate limits of the taste buds.

Even if she occasionally wanted to try others' creations, she would only choose top-tier delicacies from a golden gourmet treasure chest.

For ordinary barbecues like the one before her, she usually wouldn't even bother to look.

However, the irresistible aroma wafting through the air seemed to be quietly challenging her principles.

Blue Moon Chant felt a slight but clear protest from her abdomen—it was the body's instinctive craving.

This sudden appetite surprised even her.

One must know that ever since she entered the ranks of Three-Star Gourmet Hunters, she had never developed such a strong interest in any dish!

Conflict brewed in Blue Moon Chant's heart.

On one hand, there was a deep-seated disdain for this simple meat skewer.

After all, from a professional perspective, the grilling technique of this meat skewer was, at most, at the level of a Two-Star Advanced Gourmet Hunter.

The ingredients and seasonings used were not top-notch either, far from reaching her minimum acceptable standard.

On the other hand, she couldn't ignore her body's honest reaction.

Why could such an unassuming barbecue elicit such a genuine call from her stomach?

Should she cross the hurdle in her mind and try this rare meat skewer that had sparked her appetite?

Blue Moon Chant fell into deep contemplation.

Just then, her stomach let out a strong cry of desire.

The faint pang of pain caused Blue Moon Chant's brows to furrow slightly, a hint of indescribable confusion and surprise flashing in her eyes.

Why did her stomach react so strongly to such an ordinary beef skewer?

One must know that her stomach was no ordinary stomach; it was a miraculous organ obtained from a golden-grade organ treasure chest: the Deliciousness Hunting Stomach.

This special stomach not only granted Blue Moon Chant an extraordinary appetite but also made her extremely sensitive to the taste of food.

For most foods, she could tell how they tasted without even tasting them.

This talent became her most solid backing on the Dao of culinary art.

Whenever she was busy in front of the stove, her nimble hands flying, any subtle deviation could not escape her keen perception, enhanced by the Deliciousness Hunting Stomach.

It was precisely by virtue of this ability that Blue Moon Chant was able to stand out in the fierce culinary competition and earn the glorious crown of a Three-Star Gourmet Hunter.

And the Deliciousness Hunting Stomach, like a hungry beast, absorbed every gourmet experience, constantly evolving, making her appreciation for gourmet food increasingly refined, as if she could touch the depths of a food's Soul.

The more delicious the food, the more it could make the Deliciousness Hunting Stomach evolve to a higher level.

However, this path of evolution was not smooth.

After more than a decade of meticulous cultivation and challenging limits by Blue Moon Chant, her Deliciousness Hunting Stomach had reached its peak; ordinary gourmet food could no longer trigger its evolutionary string.

Its last evolution dated back to a grand gourmet feast a year ago.

A masterpiece by a Four-Star Gourmet Hunter barely caused her stomach to undergo some evolution.

Since then, although she had tasted countless delicacies from all over the world, her stomach had shown no further signs of evolution, as if it had already evolved to its maximum.

Yet, at this moment, facing this ordinary beef skewer, her stomach uncharacteristically produced a strong craving.

The increasingly loud protests echoed in Blue Moon Chant's chest like war drums.

Finally, reason and curiosity succumbed to the strong demands of her stomach.

She let out a soft sigh, a helpless yet expectant smile curving her lips, and conceded to herself: "Alright, I'll just try one."

A glistening beef skewer, emitting tempting heat, quickly landed in Blue Moon Chant's hand.

"The aroma is quite good, indeed."

She murmured softly, then slowly brought the skewer to her lips.

As her teeth gently broke through the thin, crispy outer layer, a rich and complex aroma instantly burst forth, like a hundred flowers suddenly blooming in spring, filling her entire mouth.

The taste was rich yet not greasy, with a hint of sweetness, as if it were nature's most sincere gift.

At this moment, Blue Moon Chant's thoughts seemed to Transmigration through time.

A flood of memories carried her back to her carefree childhood.

On the way home from school as a child, the familiar street corner, the aroma emanating from an unassuming barbecue stall, always made her stop, stirring her body's most primal appetite.

Of course, compared to the crude barbecue of her childhood, this beef skewer before her was undoubtedly a perfect blend of refinement and wildness.

The natural aroma of wheat and the rich taste of beef intertwined, complementing each other, achieving an indescribable harmony that awakened her deepest nostalgia for innocent years.

That familiar yet distant taste caused gentle ripples in Blue Moon Chant's stomach.

A long-lost feeling of emotion made goosebumps appear all over her body involuntarily.

Oh my God, what kind of divine cuisine was this?

How could it possess such a Soul-stirring magic?

Blue Moon Chant's heart was filled with shock.

She felt as if she was being pulled by an invisible force; her usual composure and restraint vanished at this moment.

With an involuntary moan, she completely immersed herself in this wonderfully fragrant and delicious experience, unable to extricate herself.

At the same time, as Blue Moon Chant became engrossed, a profound and ocean-deep culinary technique surged into Han Fei's consciousness like a tide.

Even as a Two-Star Gourmet Hunter, he had to spend some effort to meticulously digest and absorb such a vast amount of culinary knowledge and experience.