People in Zongman: My Dimensional Cuisine

Aragorn and his companions were all stunned. They had never tasted meat that smelled so good before. It was a whole level better than the roast meat they had eaten before.

Aragon said with some surprise, "This...it tastes like honey, and this is wine?"

Legolas nodded and said, "That's right. I never thought of using wine to make soup. Good idea. We should try it when we get back. We can experiment with spices gradually."

Aragorn nodded, while Gandalf, like Gimli, kept his head down and ate his food without looking up. Lucifer looked at Bai Yu with some confusion and said, "Yuko hasn't spoken for a long time. She doesn't reply to my messages. She just said she was busy washing her face and not to bother her. What does that mean?"

"I don't know, maybe he's been mining recently."

"Pfft~"

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Chapter 577 Ruler and People, Boat and Water, Artistic Woman (Please Subscribe~)

This dinner was incredibly satisfying for Aragorn and his companions; it was far better than anything they had ever eaten before.

Jinli, in particular, kept drinking. However, Jinli had also drunk a bit too much. He ordered another bottle of strong liquor, but this time it wasn't the strongest; instead, it was quite fragrant and mellow. This made Jinli even more fond of it, and in the end, his entire face turned bright red.

Legolas, whose alcohol tolerance was only so-so, was already a bit tipsy. Wine is like drinking juice when you're drinking it, but it has a lingering effect afterward.

Aragorn didn't react much; he was a good drinker to begin with, and since he was drinking wine, he fared relatively well. Gandalf, on the other hand, was unaffected.

Aragorn turned to look at Bai Yu and said with a smile, "Your food is still as delicious as it was back then."

"Doing something wholeheartedly will bring good rewards. How does it feel to be king?"

Aragorn sighed and said, "I'm a little excited and a little nervous, but I think I'll do my best."

Bai Yu said with a smile, "To see if you are a good king... I'll just ask you a question and I'll find out."

This statement also drew the attention of Gandalf and the others. Legolas, as the Elven prince, also intended to listen carefully. Gandalf had heard about the teachings that White Feather had given to Aragorn, and he was also very curious about White Feather's question.

Bai Yu said softly, "Aragorn, which is more important: you as king, your people, or your kingdom?"

This question made everyone think deeply. A kingdom is, in essence, territory. A country without territory cannot be called a country, and a country without people cannot be called a country either.

Legolas thought for a moment and said, "It should be the kingdom itself..."

Gandalf remained silent. Aragorn pondered for a moment and then said, “If it were up to me… I think I would choose the kingdom itself. But… my heart tells me I should choose my people.”

Bai Yu smiled and said, "You will be a good king."

Legolas asked in confusion, "Why?"

Bai Yu said with a smile, "Your kingdom is your territory, but it is just land. Without people, all you will get is desolation."

Just as Legolas was about to say something, Bai Yu continued, "Mr. Legolas, I think you should say that as long as there is territory, the people will have it, right?"

Legolas nodded, and Bai Yu smiled and said, "That's true, but let me ask you a question: what do the people need?"

"Peace."

"That's the major premise, but what's their most fundamental element?"

"The most basic..."

Bai Yu looked at the somewhat hesitant Legolas and said with a smile, "Believe me, your people don't mind changing any king. All they need is a king who doesn't mistreat them, feeds them well, provides them with shelter, and brings them justice and security."

"You only consider your country, but you should consider your people more. No one dislikes living a better life. When your people truly feel that you are thinking of them, they will be absolutely loyal. They are living, breathing individuals with their own lives and families, not cattle and sheep that can be grazed freely in your territory."

Legolas thought about it seriously for a while, and Bai Yu said with a smile, "In our world, there is a saying that roughly translates to: the king is the boat, and the people are the water. Water can make the boat float on the surface and sail, or it can make the boat sink to the bottom. The monarch is not as important as the people."

After thinking for a long time, Aragorn nodded and said, "You're right, the people are very important... Thank you for your teachings."

Bai Yu shook his head and said, "I am human. Although we are not in the same world, I still hope that the human king, the first king of the human era who was won through the sacrifice of countless people, will be a good monarch who can make humans live and work in peace. This is just a reminder from a human."

Aragorn nodded, and Gandalf smiled and said, "With such teachings, the world is more harmonious than I imagined."

Bai Yu said with a smile, "I wouldn't call it harmonious, but at least most people can still afford to eat this kind of food."

Aragorn smiled and said, “My friend, you have brought me new teachings and delicious food on both of my visits here. Thank you.”

"I must be the first king in the human era to express such gratitude."

Aragorn smiled and shook his head. Bai Yu looked at Gandalf and said, "Old man Gandalf, you must know magic, right?"

"Witchcraft? I'm quite good at that. Do you know it too?"

Bai Yu shook his head and said, "No, I don't know. You just reminded me of an old man who also claimed to be a wizard, but he wasn't from your world. His witchcraft was extremely powerful."

Gandalf asked with some interest, "What's his name?"

"Albus Dumbledore is the headmaster of a wizarding college. You two are both different from the old man; you have no aversion to meat and wine, and you also like sweets."

Gandalf chuckled and said, “A wizarding school? Oh! That’s a brilliant idea. If I could, I would love to meet this fellow wizard and have a good chat.”

"He seems to have some things to do and hasn't come over for a while, but he said he'll come again and bring some new guests. If you're meant to be, you'll meet sooner or later."

Gandalf nodded, while Aragorn, his mind now filled with thoughts of his country and people, had been inspired by the school he had just visited. He wondered what it would be like to invite wise men to teach the people and children...

Lucifer smiled and said, "I didn't realize you could actually say some really reasonable things."

That's why I told you to read more books.

"I read them! I read a lot of magic books back in Heaven, and I read all kinds of magic books in Hell besides documents! I read books now too! What an artistic woman you are, you should cherish her!"

"So that's your reason for reading weird novels?"

Lucifer puffed out his cheeks and said, "I call that having a wide range of interests! Strange novels are still novels! I don't care, anyway, I'm an artistic girl... no... an artistic woman!"

"Yes, yes, you're absolutely right~"

"Humph~"

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Chapter 578 Riven: I'm pretty smart most of the time (Please subscribe~)

Aragon, having learned new things and wanting to know more, lost his remaining alcohol fumes. In the middle of the night, he also asked Shiraha about many policies and things that would benefit the people.

As a result, Legolas sobered up considerably. At one point, Gandalf even used some magic because of Lucifer and the others' curiosity, but all of it was mistaken for fireworks by Yukari Yakumo and the others.

Gandalf felt like he was about to become withdrawn, especially since the light he had just released was taken back by Yukari Yakumo with a single sentence, which made Gandalf feel terrible.

After some explanation, it turned out that there was no weak person in this room; even Riven was an extremely powerful warrior.

Aragon and his companions finished all the food, including rice, which surprised them. Bai Yu was generous and gave them a large bag of seeds, including beans, wheat, and rice, and even found planting methods and requirements for them online.

Aragorn and his people were very grateful. As they were leaving, Aragorn breathed a sigh of relief and said, "My friend, it is the luckiest thing that I have ever been able to come here on my journey. I will always remember your teachings and gifts, and my people will remember them too."

“I have only said a few words that exist in the books of our world. So-called gifts are worthless here, Aragorn. Every piece of advice has its merits, but if it is not implemented, it is just empty talk. What your people really need to remember is you, the king who implemented the advice.”

Aragorn chuckled, took a rustling bag from his waist, handed it to Bai Yu, and said with a smile, "As you said, I don't lack these things now."

Bai Yu did not refuse and said with a smile, "You really are a very unique person."

Aragorn chuckled and patted Bai Yu's arm, saying, "My friend, the same goes for you. I wish you both happiness in your love."

Lucifer and the others smiled, and Bai Yu said gently, "You should do the same. Don't neglect your family because of governing the country. You are a king, a husband, and a father in the future."

Aragorn nodded, and Gandalf and the others also smiled. It's worth mentioning that Gimli was carrying a bottle of wine. Gandalf said with a smile, "I look forward to seeing my fellow wizards when I come back here again."

"You will be very good friends."

"I think so."

As Aragorn was leaving, he said with some determination, "I hope that one day, Middle-earth can be as warm as this place."

"This requires the efforts of you kings."

"Yes, then, goodbye, my friend."

Bai Yu nodded, and Gandalf and the others nodded respectfully as well. For Bai Yu, he had only offered some simple advice, but for Aragorn and the others, Bai Yu's advice and gifts were unforgettable and extremely precious, which is why they respected him so much.

Watching the group leave, Bai Yu breathed a sigh of relief. Looking at the bag in his hand, he opened it and said with a touch of helplessness, "Seriously... just how rich are these guys...?"

Lucifer chuckled and asked, "Gold? Or silver?"

Bai Yu took out a gold coin; although it was a bit rough, it still made Ling Meng's eyes light up. Bai Yu flicked the coin as he walked over, casually tossing it onto the table and saying, "Headache..."

"Isn't it good to make money?"

"The problem is that most of the guests from the other world use this kind of currency, not all of them. Ah... Rimuru uses magic ore, I'm speechless."

Riven thought for a moment and said, "I think it makes a lot of sense, because there's no way to unify the currency. Minerals like gold and silver are the best means of circulation. Copper coins, silver coins, gold coins, and gems are more widely circulated."

Bai Yu nodded without saying anything. He could have as many gold coins as he wanted. Ling Meng, on the other hand, was practically drooling. What a tycoon! She even wanted to beg him to take care of her.

However, as soon as this thought crossed her mind, she saw the death stares of Yukari Yakumo and Yuuka Kazami, and decisively lowered her head to eat, turning her grief and anger into appetite.

Bai Yu suddenly remembered something and said with some doubt, "Riven, didn't you say you were going to check if anything was wrong? Now I have a difficult task for you."

Riven said cautiously, "You're not going to tell me to water the flowers again, are you? I've already done that."

"Of course not, come with me."

"Oh."

Seeing Riven obediently follow Bai Yu into the kitchen, Pande asked in confusion, "What did Riven go to the kitchen for? Wasn't it a difficult task?"

Lucifer said irritably, "Bai Yu clearly made Riven wash the vegetables. Ever since he got Riven, Bai Yu has felt that Riven is a great vegetable-washer, so..."

"Hmm? Is Riven really good at washing vegetables?"

"Because Riven is very efficient and serious, she can wash vegetables so meticulously that she practically breaks them into individual pieces, making them absolutely clean."

Pande sighed and said, "That really is exceptional talent..."

Meanwhile, in the kitchen, Riven was indeed dragged to wash things, but not vegetables, but fruit. Riven wasn't unhappy at all; she quite liked washing vegetables. For her, washing vegetables was much easier than chopping them, and it also made her less nervous.

Bai Yu looked at Riven's way of washing vegetables and said with a smile, "So it's true that Riven is more reliable when it comes to the arduous task of washing vegetables."

Riven sighed and said, "I may not know much, but I'm not stupid. Most of the time I'm quite smart. You call this a difficult task?"

"Of course, after all, you're the only one who can wash it so clean."

"Huh? Really?"

"Why would I try to fool you?"

Riven stared at Bai Yu for a while, then nodded and continued washing the fruit. After a long while, Riven said softly, "Bai Yu, thank you."

"The washing was already very good, there's no need to say thank you for the compliment."

Riven looked up at Bai Yu and said in a deep voice, "You know I wasn't talking about washing vegetables..."

Do you still remember my dream?

"I remember, that's why I should thank you."

After saying that, he picked up the apple, took a bite, and then said, "Mission accomplished, I'm going out now."

Bai Yu sighed after noticing one apple was missing, then took out another and started washing it. Riven glanced at it, a mischievous glint in her eyes, and whispered, "I'm not that stupid~"

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Chapter 579 A Righteous Mischievousness, Yuuko's Homesickness (Please Subscribe~)

Riven was clearly still pleased with her cleverness, but she forgot that the apple was originally meant to be made into a salad for everyone to eat together. Bai Yu's sigh just now was because he felt that Riven seemed to have become a little confused lately.

As they came out, Lucifer asked in confusion, "Riven, why are you carrying an apple in your hand?"

After Riven smiled, she revealed her high-IQ behavior. Lucifer immediately pulled Riven aside and looked at her with an expression overflowing with maternal love.

Pandemonica and the others also sighed; how could this child be so adorably naive...?

Riven asked with a puzzled look, "What's wrong? Why is everyone like this?"

Lucifer said helplessly, "This apple was obviously meant for a salad, but you took it out and ate it. Why do you act like you've done something amazing...?"

Riven realized what was happening, scratched her head awkwardly, and then said nonchalantly, "It's okay, just eat more."

Lucifer sighed and said, "That was a clever remark of yours, but it would have been even better if you had been this clever next time. But it's okay, Riven, you're cuter just the way you are."

Riven said somewhat awkwardly, "Justice and the others also said I'm cute... This is the first time someone has ever called me cute..."

"It is indeed quite cute, but what are those things you've been posting on your social media lately? They're so strange."

Riven thought for a moment before exclaiming, "Oh! That's what they call a 'check-in log' online, where you post it after practicing calligraphy today."

Lucifer nodded and said, "Hmm, it's quite meaningful, so you posted your workout logs?"