Yamafu Military Affairs

Chapter 276 Fresh Cage
Bang!
After a loud, dull bang, large trees on the bank of the Rakshasa River were broken and birds in the forest flew away in fright.

The pink crystal jade dragon with shattered scales and black burn marks all over its body fell from mid-air, carrying the shrimp and crab generals it was holding with it into the surging river.

The [Tea Spider]'s web contains extremely potent neurotoxins. Although Ao Ling is a dragon, he focuses most of his energy on practicing cooking, and his resistance to poison is far inferior to those powerful warriors who are at the peak of the Nine Lights and hone their bodies day and night.

Qin Huai, holding a fat shrimp and a thin crab in his hand, jumped out of the Luosha River. With a hook of his toes, the pink jade-colored dragon head drew a graceful arc and smashed onto the loess river bank.

"Young lady, does your East Sea Jade Dragon Palace have anything to heal wounds and detoxify?"

Seeing that the rosy face of the majestic dragon head was turning gray, Qin Huai hurriedly pried open her heavily closed eyelids and forcibly pulled her out of her drowsiness.

"In the [fresh cage]"

Qin Huai looked around and found the gray-white jade bamboo box that Xia Lang was holding tightly in his arms.

【Top-grade fresh cage】

Quality: Rare

The entire box is made of [Saltpeter Bamboo], one of the tens of millions of delicious species in the Mountains and Seas. It is ten feet in radius and is made after being exposed to the stars of the Nine Provinces for forty-nine days. It is specially used to keep food fresh.

Note: Placing saltpeter in the ice chamber at the bottom of the cage can keep food fresh for seven days.

"No wonder I saw many hunters carrying bamboo boxes similar in shape to this one, only much smaller, at the gate of the two worlds. It turns out that this [fresh cage] is a refrigerator used by exotic beast hunters to preserve fresh ingredients. It seems that there are many capable people in the four departments and six bureaus that are in charge of food in the world."

Qin Huai was thinking in his mind, but his hands did not stop. He immediately opened the lid of the box and took out a series of [Tingyan] and [Zhenwei] with different effects.

"This one isn't it, and this one isn't it either. I found it!"

[Emerald Cold]: The true taste of pills can relieve the seven emotions and six desires and eliminate toxins in the body. However, the more toxic the toxin is, the weaker the effect.

"Let's treat a dead horse as a living horse doctor."

Qin Huai grabbed the bitter melon that looked crisp and delicious, straightened Ao Ling's dragon head, and stuffed it all into his teeth without leaving any.

"Uh-huh."

"Forget it, I'll just be a good person to the end and send the Buddha to the west."

Hearing Xie Pang groaning in pain, Qin Huai sighed, took out two blue medicine talismans from his arms, and slapped them on the chests of the two generals, Shrimp and Crab.

The effect of Qingwei Ganlu is usually aimed at humans. After being sent into the bodies of the two generals, Shrimp and Crab, by Qin Huai, the effect was not as good as expected. Some of the wounds on their bodies were barely stopped from bleeding, but the gnawing flesh and broken hard shells could not be restored.

Looking at the unconscious dragon, lobster and crab, Qin Huai picked out a few more dishes from the [Fresh Cage] and fed them to the three of them all in one go.

After taking a quick look at the three people, Qin Huai found that their condition was finally out of danger. He stopped working, chopped some dry branches from the big tree that was broken by the dragon's body, and started a bonfire.

crackle crackle~
Sparks popped, the aroma of meat filled the air, and Qin Huai turned the grill so that the half-cooked mountain spider's leg could be heated more evenly.

Although this [Mountain Spider] is also a gourmet exotic beast of the Xuan Bing grade, its body is mostly covered with smelly and poisonous insect fluid and mottled and rough shells, making it inedible. Only the muscle bundles in its eight spider legs are strong and powerful, and are extremely delicious, making it a truly precious ingredient.

Except for the [Mountain Spider] that died at the feet of the [Tea Spider], which Qin Huai had no time to deal with, he cut off the legs of the other five [Mountain Spiders] and stored them in the [Zen Hui Bowl].

At this time, three aquatic creatures from the East China Sea were unconscious. Qin Huai was worried that if he left at this time, some ferocious beasts would take the opportunity to follow the sound and devour the three people. So he simply lit a fire to cook some food and restore his strength at the same time.

This time he sent his clone deep into the mountains and seas, with the intention of hunting down low-quality ingredients and not using a sledgehammer to kill a fly, and also with the intention of using the strange beasts of the mountains and seas to accurately estimate the clone's combat power.

Now it seems that this clone specialized in ancient martial arts can protect itself in single combat, but it still lacks in group attack, mobility, and facing large enemies.

Although Qingwei Talismans and alchemical props can make up for these shortcomings to a certain extent, they are still not enough when facing wild beasts like the [Tea Spider].

We need to find a way to give the clone a way to make the final decision, or the ability to escape from the battlefield in a critical moment.
Just as Qin Huai was pondering in his mind, there was suddenly some noise behind him.

"Yeah, I feel dizzy."

Ao Ling had woken up at some point. The pink jade dragon head, which was seven or eight meters long, shook vigorously a few times on the river bank, stirring up a large amount of dust. The hot breath made the flames flicker.

"Are you awake, young lady? Are you still feeling unwell?"

Qin Huai, who was sitting cross-legged, turned around. In his hand was a peeled spider leg. The snow-white, crystal-clear tender meat was trembling like jelly, which made people's appetite grow.

"Much better, but still a little groggy."

The millstone-sized dragon eyes blinked twice, and she mustered up her energy to cast a spell. A pink crystal light flashed, and the huge dragon body disappeared, replaced by a pretty girl in a light pink wide-sleeved fairy dress.

However, the burn marks all over her body had not yet faded, and the dark blue web patterns were faintly visible under her light pink silk skirt, making her look somewhat pitiful. After taking a look at her, Qin Huai took a piece of roasted spider leg from the grill and handed it to her.

"Are you hungry? How about trying the special sauce that our hunters made when they were camping?"

Qin Huai raised his chin and motioned Ao Ling to look at the three trays next to the fire, which were filled with sauces of different colors.

These sauces were all accumulated by him using the [Universal Seasoning Jar]. Although they don't have any special effects, the flavors are all very good and there is no need to worry about ruining the original taste of the ingredients.

Ao Ling looked at it as she was told and took a quick sniff. She immediately discovered that among the more than ten kinds of sauces, there were several that she had never heard of.

"Since the Tiger Head God is so kind, then I will definitely give it a try."

Ao Ling smiled slightly, without any pretense. As his right hand, which was holding the half of Longjing Green, could not free itself, he used his left hand to take Qin Huai's peeled spider meat stick. The water blade condensed from the powder waves passed over the snow-tender white meat, cutting it into small pieces of even size, which fell into various sauce dishes one by one.

Seeing how the master of Yulong Palace never tires of eating fine food, Qin Huai was amazed. He dipped the spider meat in his hand into some lemon cream sauce and put it into his mouth.

The lemon is refreshing, the milky aroma is rich, and the spider's foot meat has a texture similar to a mixture of cod and chicken legs. Qin Huai, who was physically and mentally exhausted after the battle, couldn't help but feel refreshed.

In addition to the satisfaction of eating large pieces of meat, the abundant vitality of grains and blood also transformed into warm currents that spread from the stomach. With the help of [Mastery of All Martial Arts], they merged into the limbs and bones, increasing the countdown in the status bar by a lot.

“Refreshing and mellow, slightly spicy with garlic flavor, and charmingly salty.”

Beside him, Ao Ling would mutter quietly with every bite, summarizing the flavor of the sauce on the spider meat. She could taste some of the ingredients, such as lemon, vanilla and other seasonings; some she could not, and needed Qin Huai's answers.

“This one has parsley, that one has rosemary, both from the Far West.”

Listening to Qin Huai's serious nonsense, Ao Ling did not doubt it and just thought that these unfamiliar terms were rare flowers and plants obtained by exotic beast hunters in the mountain and sea world.

"These exotic flowers and herbs have unique flavors. I wonder if Tiger Head God has any in stock? I would like to purchase them at a high price to improve my cooking skills."

"I do have some left at my home in Lin'an. If Miss Ao needs anything, Qin can certainly give it to her. As for the reward." Qin Huai nodded and changed the subject: "Miss Ao and I hit it off right away. Talking about money is too vulgar. Let's put it this way. I have a friend who is going to participate in this spiritual chef competition. Recently, he is looking for seafood with 'taste'. Since the young lady came from the East China Sea, I wonder if there are any good fish, shrimp, crabs and shellfish in this [fresh cage]? Qin is also willing to pay a large sum of money in exchange for them."

"The Tiger Head God is right. The East China Sea is rich in aquatic products. The [fresh cages] I brought with me on this trip do contain quite a few delicious fish, shrimp, crabs and shellfish."

Ao Ling smiled faintly, took the [Fresh Cage] with her bare hands, raised her eyes and asked Qin Huai: "I wonder what grade of seafood the Tiger Head God needs?"

"Yellow Ding will do."

Soon, Ao Ling took out a number of cold ice boxes from the [Fresh Cage], and inside the boxes were various kinds of fresh seafood.

Looking at the dazzling array of ingredients, Qin Huai thought for a moment and picked out four items.

[Seven-Star Bass]: A rare species found in mountains and seas, it has seven precious stars on its body. Legend has it that it has miraculous effects on healing wounds.

Special ingredients: After consumption, they speed up the healing of external injuries and slightly increase the speed at which warriors can draw on the power of the stars.

[Bamboo Shrimp]: A species found in mountains and seas, it is good at hiding and often disguises itself as coral and takes root in the seabed sand, making it extremely difficult for fishermen to find it.

Cherish the ingredients, the meat is firm and chewy, the taste is sweet and delicious, and eating it can reduce the individual's sense of existence.

[Slippery Bone and Soft]: A strange species from the mountains and seas, with a body as soft as water and great strength, which can easily strangle ordinary warriors.

Precious food ingredient, which can increase the toughness of muscles and bones after taking it.

[Ke Xue Zhu]: A rare species from mountains and seas, it nourishes the kidney and essence, benefits the five internal organs, cures thirst, and can eliminate food stagnation in the stomach.

Special ingredients: After using it, the Yamabu walker with relevant inheritance will get a clue to the secret treasure of Yamabu 100%.

"These materials. Do Tiger Head God's friends want to make Yuan Pot?"

Ao Ling looked at the seafood that Qin Huai picked out, and was wondering in his heart what kind of dishes the spiritual chef wanted to prepare.

"I don't know. Qin is just a hunter. I accept the trust of others and I will do my job as they ask me to do."

Qin Huai laughed and casually put the four ice boxes into the [Zen Hui Bowl] on his leather bag.

"This bowl of the Tiger-Headed God is much more convenient than the [Fresh Cage]. Look at the craftsmanship and decorations. Could it be the legendary Soul Storage of the Hui'an Temple in Liangzhou?"

Seeing the palm-sized [Zen Hui Bowl] sucking the ice box in, Ao Ling widened his eyes like a curious baby, looking at Qin Huai, the unremarkable hunting officer, with some surprise.

"This bowl is a family heirloom of Qin. My ancestors have never been to Yongliang, so it should have nothing to do with the Hui'an Temple."

Qin Huai shook his head, and caught a glimpse of the dull old tea tree in Ao Ling's hand. He suddenly asked, "Miss Ao went through so much trouble to get this [Longjing Green], but was it to pass the three levels of the Spirit Chef Competition?"

Hearing Qin Huai's seemingly unintentional question, Ao Ling, who had been smiling all the time, suddenly became tangled. After a long silence, she opened her cherry lips and said, "Things of the Earth Grade B are hard to find, and they are not often seen in the Scale Chef Competition. I am willing to take the risk, not to pass the three levels, but because this thing may be of great use to my uncle, so I brought my family to find out."

"I see. But why didn't Ao Xiaoniang's uncle come in person? Doesn't he know the dangers of the Mountain and Sea Realm?"

Qin Huai raised his eyebrows and moved the subject closer.

"He is at a critical juncture right now, so it's really not a good idea to move rashly."

Hearing Ao Ling's evasive words, Qin Huai also understood the principle of talking about deep things with people you just met, so he stopped asking questions.

"Hey, wake up, both of you."

Qin Huai, who was drinking Sanle Juice, glanced at the two generals behind Ao Ling, stretched out his hand and greeted them: "You two are seriously injured. I used some food talismans I got from Jingxuan Temple to heal you two. You have just recovered from your injuries, and I think you are hungry now. Here is some freshly roasted spider leg meat. If you don't mind, you can take it to satisfy your craving."

"Then thank you, Officer Qin."

Xie Pang and Xia Lang looked at each other, then stood up and saluted Qin Huai, their savior.

"Miss, is your injury serious? I still have Yong'an Pills here, how about you take one?"

Xia Lang leaned down and whispered a few words to Ao Ling, then reached out to touch the medicine in his arms.

"No need. The Tiger-Headed God is quick to act. I am fine now. General Xia and Commander Xie should eat first."

Ao Ling gently pressed her jade hand and stared at Qin Huai with her beautiful eyes, signaling the two of them not to bother with her.

"Since Ao Xiaoniang's two retainers have already woken up, Qin can leave without any worries."

Qin Huai stood up, picked up his briefcase, and bowed to the three people: "See you later, everyone!"

"I have not yet repaid the Tiger-Headed God for his help. I wonder if he has any requests? Although the Jade Dragon Palace is located in the East China Sea, it has many relatives and friends in Lin'an Prefecture. As long as I give him some time, Ao Ling will surely satisfy the Tiger-Headed God."

Seeing Qin Huai was about to leave in a hurry, Ao Ling also stood up hurriedly and grabbed his sleeve with her white hands.

"Don't bother me. I love food. If you have time in the future, you can cook more dishes for me. There's really no need to spend extra effort."

Qin Huai laughed, grabbed Ao Ling's wrist through the gauze, separated it from his sleeve, and without stopping, went straight down the Luosha River.

"Miss, shall we go back to Jiuzhou Lin'an next?"

Xie Pang, who was chewing the snow-white tender meat, saw Qin Huai disappear. He immediately swallowed the delicious food in his mouth and bowed to ask Ao Ling.

"No, my uncle's place is more important. After returning to Jiuzhou, we will go to Dongting first."

Ao Ling was holding onto the half plant of Longjing Green, his voice was faint, but his eyes were fixed on the end of Luosha River, and no one knew what he was thinking.

"Just for the taste of a minister, the young lady has to go through such hardships, and I don't know what the taste of a master is."

"Old Xia!"

When Xie Pang saw Xia Langyu lose his temper, he rushed over and covered his mouth with his big hands, as if he was afraid that others would hear him.

"It is hard to speak of turning into a dragon, and it is hard to ask for forgiveness from heaven"

Ao Ling sighed lightly, and there seemed to be an old man wearing Warring States clothing behind him.

(End of this chapter)