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As soon as Su Yan sent his message, Ah Yin became the most excited person in the group chat. Meanwhile, in the distance at Spirit Hall, the atmosphere was much quieter within the Pope's Bedchamber.
Bibi Dong slowly opened her eyes and looked down at the little fox, Hu Liena, who was resting in her arms. She gently moved her hand away from where it had been resting during their sleep. Lately, her rest had been excellent. She could not remember the last time she had slept so peacefully without any nightmares or stress.
Bibi Dong: Transmigrator, I recall you saying something earlier. You mentioned that when Tang Hao uses his Great Sumeru Hammer technique, specifically the Nine Ring Simultaneous Detonation, he can reach a level of power that rivals a Divinity?
Su Yan: That is true, but I did not get a chance to finish my explanation earlier. That level of power only applies when Tang Hao is in the late stages of his cultivation. He would need to have a body free of hidden injuries and his spirit power would need to be much higher than it is right now.
Bibi Dong: You... you hateful little bastard! Are you telling me that you actually tricked me again?
Bibi Dong felt a wave of fury wash over her. She gripped her sheets tightly, her eyes flashing with anger. Su Yan always claimed that he enjoyed telling the truth, but she began to wonder how much of what he said was actually real. He seemed to lead her on with half-truths just to see her reaction.
Tang Yuehua: ...
On the other side of the continent, deep within the Star Dou Great Forest, the situation was very different. When Spirit Kite Douluo saw the messages from Su Yan, she became extremely happy. She realized that an opportunity was right in front of her.
If they were going to attack Tang Hao today, she could take advantage of the chaos. There was an old saying about a mantis stalking a cicada while being unaware of the oriole behind it. She believed that by helping to eliminate Tang Hao, she would earn the greatest merit possible for Spirit Hall.
Bibi Dong: Little Bird, do not worry about food. I will have the servants prepare a grand breakfast in just a moment. Once the chefs are finished, I will send it to you through a red packet directly. You do not need to accept any food from that little bastard Su Yan.
Su Yan: Wait a minute, do I get some of that breakfast too?
Bibi Dong: Heh, you wish.
Su Yan: Supreme Pontiff Your Excellency, that is not very fair of you. I am literally helping you fight against Tang Hao today, yet you will not even provide me with a simple meal?
I Am an Orphan: What does everyone want to eat? Tell me now, and I will have my people prepare it for all of you immediately.
Inside the Pope's Bedchamber, Bibi Dong froze as she read the message from the user named Orphan. A feeling of deep regret filled her heart. She realized she had made a tactical error in the conversation.
"Damn it!" Bibi Dong shouted, startling the young girl in her arms. "I was so careless! I was way too careless!"
She paced the room, feeling frustrated with herself. "Why did I have to snap back at that little bastard out of habit? Orphan is a complete bastard! He is an opportunistic person who just stole my chance to show off!"
Hu Liena stood up, looking at her teacher with a mix of confusion and amusement. She had rarely seen the cold and dignified Pope act so flustered over something as simple as breakfast. "Teacher, even when you were given the perfect chance, you could not seize it!"
Slap.
Bibi Dong reached out and gave Hu Liena's bottom a light slap. She scolded her with an angry look, though there was no real malice in it. "You little ungrateful wolf. What are you laughing at? Your teacher made a mistake, but now it is your turn to fix it. You need to quickly snatch this chance to send breakfast to the group before Orphan does! Hurry up!"
"Huh?" Hu Liena looked completely bewildered. "How am I supposed to snatch the chance? What do I even say?"
Bibi Dong thought for a moment, her eyes narrowing as she planned. "Tell them about the steamed buns sold outside the main gate of our Spirit Hall. Tell them they are incredibly big, fragrant, and delicious. Once you send that message, go buy them immediately and send them to the group. Do not listen to what anyone else says in the chat; just send the buns. Did you get all that?"
"But Teacher..." Hu Liena said with an exasperated sigh. "Those steamed buns are just okay. They really are not as good as the ones they sell near the Spirit Hall Academy. I think you only like them because you ate them all the time when you were a little girl!"
Bibi Dong snapped back irritably, "And you only like the other ones because you ate them when you were little! That is not the point right now. Just send the message and go buy them!"
Loves Eating Carrots: I want a big steamed bun! Please make sure it is carrot flavored!
Nine Treasures Little Princess: I would like some soybean milk, please.
Cat in the Shadows: Anything is fine for me. Thank you for the offer.
Su Yan: I will take a bowl of Hu La Tang!
I Am an Orphan: ???
I Am an Orphan: What in the world is Hu La Tang? I have never heard of that.
Inside the Crown Prince's Mansion, Qian Renxue was staring at her screen in total confusion. She was a person of high status, but this specific soup was a complete mystery to her. She began to wonder if the imperial chefs in her kitchen would even know how to make such a dish.
Hu Liena: Su Yan, there is a steamed bun shop right outside Spirit Hall that is amazing! My teacher absolutely loves their food. I am going to buy some for everyone right now!
Bo Saixi: Cough... could someone pick up something for me as well? I have been on Sea God Island for so long that I haven't tasted any of the delicacies from the mainland in years.
Bo Saixi: I would prefer something like that spicy soup Su Yan mentioned.
Tang Yuehua: I have suddenly discovered a new joy in this group chat. It is wonderful that we can share delicious food with each other from across the world.
Loves Eating Carrots: Wow! I am already drooling just thinking about it!
Back in the Star Dou Great Forest, Su Yan was also a bit surprised by how the conversation was going. He hadn't expected a debate over breakfast.
Su Yan: Well, if you cannot find any Hu La Tang, how about a bowl of tofu pudding? You should at least be able to find tofu pudding, right?
I Am an Orphan: I will go ask the kitchen right now.
In the mansion, Qian Renxue immediately called for Porcupinefish Douluo. She ordered him to go out and find information on where to get these dishes.
Yanzi is not a Swallow: I just woke up, and you guys are already ordering a feast?
Group Member Number Nine: I know what tofu pudding is. Little Wild Goose likes the savory kind with salt and sauce, so let's just get a serving of that for everyone!
I Am an Orphan: Okay, I can arrange that.
Cat in the Shadows: Wait a minute. I remember tofu pudding being a sweet dessert. Am I remembering that incorrectly?
Tang Yuehua: No, it is definitely a savory dish, isn't it?
Nine Treasures Little Princess: Zhuqing, did you forget the taste? It should be savory.
Su Yan found the whole situation hilarious. He couldn't believe that even in a world of spirits and gods, there was still a massive debate over whether tofu pudding should be sweet or savory. It reminded him of the regional differences back in his old world.
Su Yan: Listen to me! People who enjoy Hu La Tang are usually open-minded. We can accept both sweet and savory tofu pudding.
Ma Xiaotao: Everyone is up so early today. Haha! In my experience, the Star Luo Empire usually prefers the sweet kind, while the Heaven Dou Empire prefers the savory version. Our academy cafeteria actually serves both kinds depending on what a student likes. We even have Hu La Tang.
Liu Erlong: Xiaotao, stop talking and get out of bed! Go buy us some delicious food from your time. I imagine that after ten thousand years, there must be many new and tasty things to eat, right?
Bibi Dong: Look at how unambitious you are. After ten thousand years of history, the first thing you think about is finding something to eat?
Liu Erlong: Xiaotao, do not buy anything for Bibi Dong. She clearly doesn't like the food from your era.
Ma Xiaotao: You got it, Old Ancestor!
Bibi Dong: ???
Inside her bedchamber, Bibi Dong was absolutely furious. This group chat was designed to frustrate her every single day. She felt like she was constantly being teased or left out of the fun.
A notification popped up in the chat: Exclusive red packet sent from Hu Liena to Su Yan.
Su Yan claimed the red packet from Hu Liena.
In the forest, after Su Yan clicked the message, a massive pile of fresh food and warm drinks appeared in front of him. The sight was incredible. Zhao Wuji and the other students looked over at the same time. Their eyes were wide with shock and confusion.
"What the heck is going on?" Zhao Wuji asked. "How do you have all of this?"
"Breakfast, lunch, and dinner... you have different meals every single time!" another student remarked.
The group was completely stunned. Even Tang San felt a sense of deep shock. He had a spirit tool that contained many rare treasures and weapons, but Su Yan's spirit tool seemed to be filled with nothing but high-quality, delicious food.
Tang San watched as Xiao Wu happily grabbed a steamed bun and started eating with a big smile. In that moment, he felt like he finally understood something. He realized why Su Yan was able to win over Xiao Wu and why so many other girls liked him. This guy was just too skilled at taking care of people's basic needs.
Tang San, who considered himself a future god and someone who never accepted defeat, felt a bit defeated in this moment. He wasn't the only one. Dai Mubai and the rest of the boys were also convinced. They had never seen a Spirit Master so unconventional. Most people used their precious spirit tools to store weapons or medicine, but Su Yan used his for a portable buffet.
Su Yan looked at the hungry group and smiled. He reached into his storage and pulled out a few roasted chickens, tossing them over to the boys.
Su Yan: Speaking of food, do you guys have any unique dishes that taste terrible or are hard to eat? I want something that ordinary people can't stand so I can give it to Tang San.
Everyone: ???
Tang Yuehua: Actually, I do! I once had a student who loved a very specific kind of fermented soy milk that smells quite strong. I will have someone go buy a bottle of it right now.
Su Yan: ???