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After saying goodbye to the disciples of Miaoyin Palace, Jiang Qingwu and others continued to move forward in the secret realm. From time to time, spiritual herbs were collected by Lin Muci and Su Chen. As they walked, they came to a lake.

The lake is crystal clear, and the breeze creates ripples on the surface, shimmering in the sunlight. The lakeside is lined with green trees and lush flowers, like a beautiful painting.

As they admired the beautiful scenery by the lake, the aroma of food wafted into their nostrils. Following the scent, they looked over to see the kitchen disciples of Mingyan Tower, dressed in tea-white uniforms, their faces brimming with passion and concentration as they skillfully and methodically prepared a meal.

Smoke curled up from the kitchen, and the air was filled with the aroma of food. The arrival of Jiang Qingwu and his group attracted the attention of the disciples of Mingyan Tower. They all stopped what they were doing and greeted them enthusiastically.

An enthusiastic kitchen disciple came forward with a bright smile on his face and said, "Welcome, all the seniors from the Wuliang Sect. We are cooking here today at Mingyan Tower. Meeting here is fate. Please wait a moment, and we will surely treat you to delicious food."

Jiang Qingwu and the others responded with smiles and bowed. "Fellow Daoists from Mingyan Tower, sorry to bother you," Jiang Qingwu said.

"Don't disturb me, don't disturb me. Meeting is fate. We are cooking here. Come on, come on, everyone, try the cooking of our Mingyan Tower." Another disciple greeted enthusiastically, handing a bowl of lotus root powder to each of Jiang Qingwu and the others.

"Wow, this lotus root powder looks very good." Lin Muci took the lotus root powder, his eyes sparkling as he looked at the crystal clear lotus root powder in the bowl, which was sprinkled with some osmanthus flowers and smelled fragrant.

"It's even more refined than what my senior brother made." Jiang Qingwu took the lotus root powder and thanked him with a smile. Looking at the crystal clear lotus root powder in the bowl, which was dotted with some dried fruits and nuts, it greatly increased his appetite.

She took a sip, and the delicate and smooth taste spread in her mouth. The sweetness was just right, and she couldn't help but exclaimed: "Hmm, it tastes really good!"

The others nodded in praise. Zhongli Xiu's eyes lit up and he said as he ate, "Wow, this is so delicious! I feel like I haven't eaten something this delicious in ages since I left home."

Upon hearing this, the disciples of Mingyan Tower beamed with pride. One of the older disciples said with a smile, "We at Mingyan Tower, among other things, never skimp on food. Of all things, eating is the most important thing!" Everyone couldn't help but laugh.

At this time, a disciple from Mingyan Tower came over, heard their conversation, and said with a smile: "Haha, we in Mingyan Tower have always believed that food is an indispensable part of life. No matter where you are, you can't treat your stomach badly." His face was filled with love for food and enthusiasm for life, and people couldn't help but be infected by his emotions.

Jiang Qingwu asked curiously, "You are so well-equipped and can make such delicious food in this secret place. You are really amazing."

A disciple replied with a smile: "Haha, when we chefs go out, we have to bring all kinds of tools and supplies. After all, delicious food can make people happy and restore their physical strength faster."

At this time, another disciple came over and said mysteriously, "Master Pei Yi from your Wuliang Sect is such a good person! He shared a lot of delicious recipes with us at Mingyan Tower, which helped us improve our cooking skills a lot."

Jiang Qingwu smiled and said, "Oh? So that's how it is. My senior brother loves to research these delicacies. It's a good thing that he can help you."

The disciples of Mingyan Tower nodded in gratitude to Master Pei Yi. They spoke one after another about the inspiration and changes that Master Pei Yi's recipe had brought to them.

"The braised pork recipe makes the meat so fatty yet not greasy, it melts in your mouth!"

"And the sweet and sour pork ribs, they taste sweet and sour, so delicious!"

Jiang Qingwu listened to their conversation and felt happy for her senior. She smiled and said, "My senior is really knowledgeable about food. If he knew you liked his recipe so much, he would definitely be happy to help everyone."

"Yes, those food recipes are really useful. The dishes we make according to the recipes taste really good and are loved by everyone. In addition, many disciples have benefited greatly from the recipes shared by Uncle Pei." Another disciple of Mingyan Tower said, his face filled with joy and pride.

Upon hearing this, Pei Yi's fan Lin Muci proudly said, "My uncle-in-law has a special fondness for culinary research. He also felt that there were few culinary cultivation methods in the Dongxu Realm, and that we should all help each other. So, he generously shared some of the recipes he got with you at Mingyan Tower, where there are many culinary cultivators. If he knew that these recipes would be of great benefit to your cultivation, he would be very happy too."

"Haha, it seems that our Wuliang Sect and Mingyan Tower really have a connection." Zhongli Xiu said with a smile, "If we have the chance in the future, we should exchange more experiences in culinary matters."

"That's for sure!" The disciples of Mingyan Tower expressed their agreement, their eyes full of anticipation and enthusiasm.

Everyone chatted happily while eating lotus root starch. The disciples of Mingyan Tower were cheerful and hospitable, and they quickly became familiar with Jiang Qingwu and the others. They shared some interesting stories and discoveries in the secret realm, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.

Time flew by during the pleasant chat, and the food at Mingyanlou was gradually ready. The aroma filled the air, making people salivate.

"The food is ready, fellow Taoists, please enjoy it!" The disciples of Mingyan Tower greeted Jiang Qingwu and others warmly.

Everyone's eyes lit up as they looked at the table laden with delicious dishes. There was the vibrant, fragrant, and delicious braised pork, its bright red color and tender texture; there were refreshing and delicious cold vegetable dishes, vibrant in color and appetite-stimulating; and there were also fragrant stews, their rich aroma filling the air.

Jiang Qingwu and the others picked up their chopsticks and began to savor the food. Every dish was highly praised, and their faces were filled with satisfied and happy smiles.

"Wow, this braised pork is so delicious! It's fatty but not greasy and melts in your mouth." Lin Muci exclaimed as she ate, her mouth stuffed full like a cute little hamster.

"This stew is also very good, with a rich flavor and rich nutrition." Feng Jingchen also nodded in praise, with a satisfied smile on his face, savoring the delicious taste of the soup.

"Mingyanlou's cooking skills are truly well-deserved!" Su Chen said with a smile, his eyes full of admiration for Mingyanlou's cooking skills.

Mo Yunsheng also smiled and said, "I'm so lucky to have such delicious food today." Her face was filled with joy and satisfaction as she enjoyed this rare gourmet time.

The disciples of Mingyan Tower watched Jiang Qingwu and the others enjoying their meal, and they also smiled with satisfaction. They felt that it was a very happy thing to let others taste the delicious food they cooked and receive recognition.

"As long as everyone likes it, the purpose of our Mingyan Tower is to make everyone enjoy and satisfy their meals." A disciple of Mingyan Tower said with a smile, his eyes full of love for food and enthusiasm for guests.

At this makeshift dining table by the lake, Jiang Qingwu and his companions enjoyed a delightful time with the disciples of Mingyan Tower. They savored the delicious food, chatting and laughing, as if all their fatigue and worries had been left behind. This harmonious and friendly atmosphere made people feel the warmth and friendship between people.

The food at Mingyanlou was very sumptuous, and it greatly soothed everyone's stomachs after a long period of rationing dry food and fasting pills. Everyone praised the food as they ate, and was in awe of Mingyanlou's culinary skills.

After the meal, Jiang Qingwu and his group sat together with the disciples of Mingyan Tower, chatting and talking about everything under the sun. The atmosphere was very harmonious.

"Today's meal was absolutely delicious! I feel like I haven't had such delicious food in ages." Zhongli Xiu said contentedly, rubbing his stomach. A happy smile graced his face, and a hint of unsatisfied desire lingered in his eyes.

"Yes, the cooking skills of your Mingyan Tower are really amazing. It's not easy to make such delicious meals in this secret realm." Feng Jingchen also said with a smile, his eyes full of admiration for the disciples of Mingyan Tower.

The disciples of Mingyan Tower all smiled sheepishly at the compliments. One of them said, "We just enjoy cooking. We put a lot of thought into it, and we're very happy to have everyone's recognition." He wore a modest smile, but his eyes revealed his passion and pride for cooking.

During the conversation, Jiang Qingwu remembered her senior brother Pei Yi sharing some delicious recipes. She smiled and said to the disciples of Mingyan Tower, "Since my senior brother has shared some recipes with you, I also have two good recipes here that I would like to give to you."

When the disciples of Mingyan Tower heard this, they immediately became interested. They put down their chopsticks and looked at Jiang Qingwu with sparkling eyes.

Jiang Qingwu cleared his throat and said, "One is boiled cabbage. This dish may seem simple, but it's actually quite complex. You use old hens, pork ribs, and other ingredients to make a broth, then use extremely delicate techniques to cook the cabbage, allowing it to absorb the broth's flavor. The result is a dish that may seem light, but is actually incredibly delicious."

The disciples of Mingyan Tower listened attentively, nodded from time to time, and had a thoughtful look on their faces.

Jiang Qingwu continued, "There's also Buddha Jumps Over the Wall. This dish is rich in ingredients, including abalone, sea cucumber, shark fin, pigeon eggs, and more. These ingredients need to be processed separately and then placed together in a special container. Slowly simmered over low heat allows the flavors of the various ingredients to blend together, creating a rich aroma that's incredibly delicious."

After hearing these descriptions, the disciples of Mingyan Tower couldn't wait to try them. One disciple said excitedly, "Wow, that sounds amazing! These two dishes must be delicious."

Another disciple said with some concern, "But we haven't even heard of some of these ingredients, and we don't know if we can find them in this secret realm."

Jiang Qingwu smiled and said, "It's okay. You can adjust it according to the actual situation and try to restore the taste of the dish as much as possible. Besides, the fun of cooking lies in constant experimentation and innovation."

The disciples of Mingyan Tower expressed their agreement and were full of anticipation for the two new recipes.

An older disciple said gratefully, "Master Jiang, you are so kind! You have shared such a wonderful recipe with us. We at Mingyan Pavilion will definitely study it carefully."

The other disciples also expressed their gratitude, their faces filled with joyful smiles.

Jiang Qingwu smiled and said, "You're welcome. We're all in the same boat, so it's only natural for us to communicate with each other. I believe that with your cooking skills, you can definitely make delicious boiled cabbage and Buddha Jumps Over the Wall."

After dinner, everyone continued to chat around the table. The disciples of Mingyan Tower had a lively discussion about the two recipes, discussing how to find the ingredients and how to adjust the cooking methods.

"I think we can try using some similar ingredients here instead and see how it works."

"Yes, you can also try different heat and seasonings to find the best method."

Jiang Qingwu and others also joined the discussion, offering suggestions and ideas. Everyone chimed in, creating a lively and harmonious atmosphere.

At this time, the other disciples of Mingyan Tower also expressed their gratitude to Jiang Qingwu and the others. Some took out their own collections of tea, and some took out some special snacks, insisting on giving them to Jiang Qingwu and the others.

"These are just a small token of our gratitude from Mingyan Pavilion. I hope you won't despise them," a disciple said sincerely. His eyes were filled with gratitude and enthusiasm, making it impossible to refuse.

Jiang Qingwu and the others could not refuse and had to accept the gifts. They felt the sincerity and enthusiasm of the disciples of Mingyan Tower and felt warm in their hearts.

"I'm really happy today. I can exchange food with fellow Taoists from Mingyan Tower and share so many interesting things." Mo Yunsheng said with a smile. Her face was filled with a happy smile and her eyes curved into crescents.

"Yes, this feeling is really good. I hope we will have the opportunity to get together like this in the future." Su Chen also nodded, his eyes full of cherishment for this exchange and expectation for the future.

Everyone chatted and laughed. Time flew by in this cheerful atmosphere. However, they were unaware that a crisis was quietly approaching.

While Jiang Qingwu and his companions were enjoying themselves with the disciples of Mingyan Tower, they were unaware that a crisis was quietly approaching. Deep within the secret realm, a group of evil cultivators had colluded with the demons. In a secluded valley, they quietly launched a killing array.

The evil cultivators' faces flashed with ferocious grins, their eyes gleaming with greed and evil. "Hmph, this time, the opportunity in the Youhuang Secret Realm must be ours!" an evil cultivator leader said viciously.

The demons also echoed, "Humph, you are really useless. The opportunity in the Youhuang Secret Realm is ours! The cultivation treasures of those righteous disciples will also be ours! This killing array can not only kill people but also refine souls! Hahahahahahahahahahahahaha"

They surrounded the killing formation and continuously injected their own essence into it. The light of the killing formation became stronger and stronger, emitting a terrifying aura.

"Once we kill all these righteous disciples, all the treasures will be ours, and our strength will be greatly enhanced." Another evil cultivator smiled proudly.

Meanwhile, Jiang Qingwu and the other disciples of Mingyan Tower were still immersed in a joyful atmosphere, unaware of the impending danger. They continued to chat and laugh by the lake, enjoying this rare moment. However, the gears of fate had begun to turn, and they were about to face a severe test...