Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 603

“Master, I knew you were coming, so I prepared a lot of delicious food for you in advance!”

Bai Xiaoxi exclaimed, rushing over to lift the pot lid, instantly releasing a dazzling burst of radiant light.

Inside the big black pot, there was a multi-tiered circular rack displaying a variety of dishes prepared in different styles—fried, boiled, you name it; all were mouthwatering and visually mesmerizing.

The Great Mushroom King and Canglang Jun’s eyes widened, their throats swallowing in anticipation.

“Bai Xiaoxi, what a surprise you’ve prepared for me!” Ye Junlin clapped and smiled, his gaze glued to the feast, instantly sparking his appetite.

“Hmph, these are dishes I’ve never seen before; they seem better than what you made for me last time,” Su Yinghuo remarked sourly.

“No, Sister Su, these are new creations by me!” Bai Xiaoxi protested, feeling a bit aggrieved.

“Oh well, let’s just eat together!” Ye Junlin said, feeling quite cheerful.

“Ye Junlin, I was waiting for those exact words~”

Su Yinghuo’s heart fluttered, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Ye Junlin, her fox-like gaze dripping with allure.

Most men would struggle to catch their breath under such a gaze, their minds wandering, but Ye Junlin simply chose to ignore it, calm and composed.

Su Yinghuo’s expression froze, a flash of embarrassment and annoyance crossed her face.

What a blockhead!

Then, in a huff, she waved her sleeve, and an expensive table made of golden silk nanmu appeared, set with exquisite bowls, chopsticks, and spoons, all of which exuded traces of ancient Daoism.

“Let’s dine here, everyone!”

Suddenly, dozens of unique delicacies flew in, landing gracefully on the table, all arranged neatly and steaming with delicious fragrance.

The Great Mushroom King picked up a golden, bracelet-shaped crispy ring, which was beautifully decorated.

He took a crunching bite, squinting as he savored its crisp and sweet flavor, feeling a wave of happiness wash over him.

“Senior Sister Bai, this is so good!”

“Hehe, that’s called a Happy Doughnut; eating it will make you feel joy and forget all your troubles!”

“What’s this?”

Ye Junlin raised an eyebrow.

Before him lay a plate featuring two lifelike “Azure Dragons,” each as thick as an adult’s arm, twisting and opening their huge mouths, vying for a golden orb hovering in the center, making for quite a spectacle.

“Master, this is called Two Dragons Play with the Pearl; give it a try, it’s delicious!” Bai Xiaoxi encouraged.

“Alright, let me try.”

Ye Junlin picked up chopsticks, peeled off a thin slice of dragon meat, shimmering in aquamarine light, and took a thoughtful chew.

In an instant, an explosive flavor wowed his taste buds, like he was truly eating dragon meat—rich in color, aroma, and flavor.

“Master, how does it taste?” Bai Xiaoxi asked eagerly.

“Very good!”

Ye Junlin praised.

Curious, he plucked the golden orb from the dish, bit into it, and found its texture reminiscent of a meatball—full of bounce and rich with juicy flavors bursting between his lips.

“Interesting,” Ye Junlin chuckled.

“Wow, this volcano-themed dish looks just too realistic!” Canglang Jun’s eyes widened, staring at a food resembling a magma volcano placed in front of him.

The volcano’s mouth bubbled with steam, and out of curiosity, he attempted to scoop out a generous spoonful of thick red soup, carefully dropping it in his mouth.

The next moment, the spicy, savory flavor filled his mouth, making his tongue tingle; relentless heat surged through his body, every pore opening up, releasing streams of scarlet mist.

“Wow!”

Canglang Jun’s face flushed, he opened his mouth and exhaled a breath of flames, beads of sweat forming on his forehead.

“Canglang, are you alright?” The Great Mushroom King gazed in shock.

The flames swiftly dissipated, and Canglang Jun sat breathless, looking unfulfilled.

“Ah, that was… refreshing….”

Though it was spicy, there seemed to be a magical allure that left him wanting more, utterly captivated.

“The thick soup is made from no fewer than a thousand premium chili peppers from the Immortal Realm; I ground it down early this morning, infused with exceptional flavor and spiciness, also mixed with various secret spices for an extraordinary experience!”

Bai Xiaoxi explained.

“And this? It looks so pretty!”

Su Yinghuo pointed at another unique dish, asking with curiosity.

This dish resembled a colorful gem tower, its roof curling upwards, the structure exquisitely crafted with various auspicious patterns etched into each tier—luck-dragon and phoenix, qilin offerings, soaring cranes, blooming lotuses…

Under the sunlight, the rainbow tower shimmered with dazzling colors: red like flames, orange like sunlight, yellow like gold, green like jade, blue like the deep sea, and purple like orchids; an impeccable piece of art!

“Sister Su, each layer of this tower represents a different flavor; you should give it a try!” Bai Xiaoxi suggested.

Su Yinghuo eagerly scooped up a corner, a crystal blue ice-like substance on the spoon, and gently sent it into her mouth, melting instantly, a refreshing wave spreading through her, causing every hair on her body to stand on end, making her unable to suppress a moan of delight.

Combined with her ecstatic expression, it gave off an almost euphoric vibe.

Everyone was left looking awkwardly at her.

“Sister Su, are you alright?” Bai Xiaoxi asked with concern.

Su Yinghuo’s cheeks flushed, realizing her earlier slip-up; being seasoned, she covered her mouth and giggled, shifting the topic, “It’s nothing, just too delicious! Your cooking skills have improved again, Xiaoxi!”

“Oh, I’m just being a little more diligent,” Bai Xiaoxi said bashfully, scratching her head and looking down shyly.

Her culinary skills had always been impressive, and with her cultivation level rising, her use of Immortal Power in the kitchen made the food even more delicious than before.

These dozens of specialty dishes could bring substantial surprises; even the simplest ingredients could transform into something magical.

After a while of eating, Canglang Jun and the Great Mushroom King felt their realms loosening up, seemingly on the verge of a breakthrough!

This was the unique ability of a top-tier Immortal Chef—to lead one back to simplicity through food, enlightening the Dao, and enhancing their body and skills!

Just as everyone enjoyed the feast, a sudden clamor erupted outside, mingling with panicked cries and screams.

Bang!

A tall figure came crashing in like a cannonball, landing heavily on Emperor Girl Peak, stirring up a storm of dust.

“What’s going on?!” The sudden change surprised Su Yinghuo, her anger flaring as she barked out.

“Cough, cough,”

Su Meng struggled out from the crater, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth, clutching his injured chest, his face pained as he reported:

“Reporting to the National Sovereign, that Tu Lie insisted on looking for you; I couldn’t stop him no matter what!”

As the Grand Marshal of Qingqiu Nation with a cultivation level of Immortal Emperor Third Heaven, he couldn’t even withstand a single move from Tu Lie.

This made Su Meng painfully aware of the stark power gap between Immortal Emperors.

“Tu Lie?” Ye Junlin raised an eyebrow.

Hearing the name, Su Yinghuo gritted her silver teeth, her enchanting eyes practically spitting fire.

“That guy, Tu Lie, is the Immortal Lord of Dongsheng Immortal Domain, known as the Heavenly Conqueror; his power is terrifyingly immense, hardly anyone in the Immortal Court could match him—a true battle force of the Immortal Realm.”

“I didn’t expect him to seek you out now, even going so far as to injure my subordinate!”

Upon learning who it was, Ye Junlin seemingly made a connection, his eyes flashing with a hint of intrigue: “So he’s looking for you because….”

Su Yinghuo hesitated for a moment, then replied, “That’s right; he’s been pursuing me for many years, but I really can’t stand him. His identity and power have kept me from outright rejecting him, so I’ve just been playing along.”

At first, she had fully refused him, but Tu Lie, full of self-importance, kept coming to bother her.

Eventually, Su Yinghuo had to resort to using the Charm Technique to keep him at a distance, like a lovesick puppy around a goddess.

However, as time passed, Tu Lie became increasingly difficult to manage; his desperation reached a peak, eager to possess and conquer her, intensifying his pursuit.

Of course, Su Yinghuo had no intention of giving in. Although she was an expert in charm and could make countless men swoon, it didn’t mean she would willingly give her body to be manipulated.

Most importantly, Tu Lie’s looks were just too unappealing; he resembled a butcher, and as a beauty enthusiast, she found it intolerable—just making eye contact was painful.

Hence, Su Yinghuo became increasingly perfunctory and even resorted to ignoring him, leaving thousands of messages on her communication jade which all went unanswered, hoping to drop hints for him to back off.

Unexpectedly, her cold treatment ignited the hot-tempered Tu Lie, who traveled countless miles to confront her!

“Su Yinghuo, why are you avoiding me?!”

A booming, thunderous voice resonated through the sky, filled with fierce anger.

Boom!

Rolling waves of clouds and fog swirled in, intertwined with terrifying black lightning, casting an oppressive shroud over the Imperial Capital.

The sky fox tribe trembled in fright, their eyes filled with dread as they gazed at the towering, fearsome figure that appeared like a demonic god!