Chapter 7 Is this thing toxic

Moreover, based on Yu Ziqing's handling of the ingredients, this item is extremely rich in nutrients, containing fats, proteins, and starches, everything one would expect. However, it remains unclear how this item is actually grown

When did such a strange domain appear here

The old sheep lifted its eyelids and looked at Yu Ziqing with a hint of surprise.

The chef is undoubtedly the safest among the people in the village

After routinely explaining to Yu Ziqing, the old sheep said nothing more, burying its head into the wooden bowl, chewing everything clean, both meat and soup, without even lifting its head during the process

Since the time he dug a hole with Er Han, only in the place where mushrooms were being harvested, he encountered giant beasts and hungry ghosts. Yu Ziqing understood that the dangers faced by those who descend underground to mine are far greater than he had imagined

The flying vessel broke through the clouds and disappeared once again

Only when hunger is no longer felt do the sensations of freshness, saltiness, and the texture of meat gradually take precedence over the perception of taste

This Jinlan mushroom is indeed a precious item, as it only grows in places where Jinlan ore is found. If harvested, it will decay within three days. Within those three days, with each passing night, its value will plummet by one grade. As for those harvested on the same day, I have only heard of them but have never seen one.

In addition to being wary of dangers such as landslides, one may also encounter other anomalies

As autumn knows the dusk, I humbly ask for your forgiveness, sir

"Indeed, I have never truly experienced what hunger feels like," Yu Ziqing lay there, eyes closed, and replied softly

Hiss... Ha...

Forget it, my body cannot handle too much right now, you go ahead and eat

The figure in the black robe stated that this matter is unsolvable and cannot be investigated

Yu Ziqing was greatly shocked; after listening, he quickly got up and turned to walk outside

The natural sense of satisfaction brought about by the combination of fat, protein, and starch is simply unparalleled

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"Old Yang, with your constitution, after being hungry for so long, aren't you afraid of bursting your stomach by eating so much at once?" Yu Ziqing was indeed a bit worried

This is the ultimate enhanced version of lime powder

The strong man spoke decisively and immediately soared into the sky, returning to the flying vessel

His abilities are formidable, capable of determining life and death with a single strike, yet the preparation time is indeed rather lengthy. He has imagined countless times being killed by the enemy's chaotic blades before he can draw his sword

What is it that is not toxic? Throughout the world, everything that is visible to humans possesses some degree of toxicity; it is merely that the amount of poison contained is so minimal that it can be disregarded. Even water, if consumed in excess, can lead to poisoning

Old Yang observed Yu Ziqing's resolute attitude, and without much hesitation, spoke directly

After a while, the old sheep weakly turned its head, glanced over, and immediately rolled over from the straw pile, shaking its head and saying

Then I do not know, in the northwest of the Great Dry in the southeast of the wasteland, there are the Great Quake to the north, and the Great Departure to the northeast, all around this circle of wasteland, there are such people, and their numbers are not few. Moreover, with the great changes in the wasteland a few months ago, with the sun high in the sky, nowadays, any kind of person could come to this place.

In his eyes, the left hillside seemed to be shrouded in a thin layer of gray mist. As the light of spirit surged in his gaze, the more he tried to see clearly, the denser the mist became, which instead dissipated the light of spirit in his eyes, allowing him to see more clearly.

Guaranteed to eat enough, the privilege of the chef, no need to steal food

It can even be said that the preferential treatment has gone a bit too far

"Do not be afraid, I now have four stomachs"

Old sheep, get up, it's time to eat

It turned in place several times, arriving at the hollow where the sheep once sought shelter from the wind. With its head buried in the snow on the ground, it continuously chewed on everything that remained. After a moment, it raised its head and looked towards the mountains where the Jinlan mine was located, its eyes filled with confusion

In the past, everyone had a certain understanding, and few people ventured into the wilderness. Now, however, one must be careful while walking to avoid bumping into others

After several months, this is the first time I can have a full meal. This sense of satisfaction, which is the most basic necessity, cannot be compared to eating any delicacy

According to the village's usual rustic cooking experience, Yu Ziqing took a large pot, added enough clear water, and simmered it over a low flame for one hour. The mushrooms, cut into pieces, did not become mushy in the pot, and the dish tasted like perfectly cooked braised pork, with a broth as sweet as honey that naturally clung to the spoon, exuding a fresh aroma with a hint of natural saltiness, requiring no added salt at all

Once again, he raised his head to gaze at the faintly visible mountains ahead. The robust figure swayed slightly, and a layer of radiance emerged from the blue robe he wore, enveloping him and transforming into a beam of light that swiftly headed towards the mountain range where the Jinlan Mine was located

The figure in the black robe gazed at the vomit on the ground, waved his hand, and with a flourish of his large sleeves, stirred up the wind and snow, shredding the filthy matter before dispersing it. Without waiting for the black goat to respond, he lifted the black goat onto his shoulder and, with a gust of wind at his feet, soared into the sky.

The strong man immediately let out a cold laugh upon seeing this

Looking to the right again, in the locust tree forest, a chilling atmosphere prevails, where the aura of death and the vitality of life intertwine in a strange fusion, indistinguishable from one another

Fresh Jinlan mushrooms, scrape one part from the top of the umbrella, and scrape half a part from the skin of the same plant's root. Using the same ratio, steam and sun-dry nine times, then grind into powder. This results in an exceptionally effective hallucinogen that can confuse the five senses. It is best taken orally, followed by inhalation, and then through the seven orifices as a last resort. Swallowing half a coin's worth can cause one person to lose their five senses for a period of ten days

As the flying boat descended through the clouds, a figure suddenly burst forth from it, plummeting rapidly. Just three feet above the ground, it came to an abrupt halt.

Before reaching the entrance of the mine, the strong man stopped in his tracks, his brow slightly furrowed

Yu Ziqing indeed wants to understand, but being able to have a full meal is simply too delightful, so it is better to refrain from meddling for the time being

"Is it a black goat? Why are there these scraps everywhere, like cockroaches, endlessly multiplying"

The Jinlan mushroom is a rare and gentle supplement, only fresh ones are effective. According to the classification of the Great Qian, this is a fourth-grade spiritual medicine. When fresh, it is non-toxic, and even those with weak constitutions can consume it with peace of mind. When paired with health-preserving methods, it is the best choice.

The strong man retracted his foot and turned to bow respectfully to the flying vessel in the sky

"So, when it is not fresh, does it become toxic?" Yu Ziqing asked with great curiosity

The old sheep is still asleep, and the damage from that one cut is more severe than he had imagined

Recalling the vast expanse of the golden mushrooms in the underground space, one must first find a way to secure a sack for self-defense, after all, one is still human

He glanced at his wooden bowl and pushed it towards the old sheep

The peculiar mushrooms with caps that can grow to about 10 inches in size were initially thought to be excessively large, with their stems having become woody, leading one to believe that consuming them would be akin to chewing on wood. However, contrary to expectations, their flavor turned out to be surprisingly pleasant. The texture resembles that of shiitake mushrooms, though not as dense and tender, and it is also similar to tofu, yet slightly more delicate than tofu.

This flying vessel is entirely black, resembling metal, yet it reflects no light at all. It is over 100 zhang long, making it difficult to see the interior. Only the bow of the ship displays a large flag, inscribed with the two characters "Langya".

Can I manage to get it out, and what would the effect be? If it's possible, I will prepare some self-defense measures. Yu Ziqing is not concerned about anything else; he is currently focused on self-defense.

The two fell into silence, together enjoying the pleasure of lying down after having eaten and drunk to their fill

Considering the unfortunate soul who was executed for stealing white meat out of extreme hunger, Yu Ziqing could not help but understand that in such a place, being a chef is undoubtedly the best job

"What happened to the sheep after those shepherds died? And what about this year's Jinlan ore?" the black goat asked reluctantly, as it spat out blood mixed with bubbles.

Just as the strong man was about to take a step forward, a voice sounded in his ear

In two lifetimes, this is the first time Yu Ziqing has experienced such feelings

A person dressed in a long green robe stood in mid-air, with a fair complexion and no beard. His square face was filled with authority, and his eyes shone brightly as he surveyed his surroundings

The vaporous阴气 dispersed, yet subtly coalesced into a whole, as if it could instantly solidify into a single force.

This forest is equally bizarre, with two places closely adjacent to each other, leaving not a single gap, which is even more peculiar

Yu Ziqing restrained the impulse of the wind sweeping away the clouds, slowly chewing and sipping the soup, constantly sensing how much capacity remained in his stomach. It took a whole incense stick's time to finish a bowl of soup, swallowing it down along with the dregs.

The village chief agreed to let him be the cook, which was a significant privilege granted to him

While you are here, make sure to eat more, as you will not be able to enjoy it once you leave

Knowing autumn, the Langya Academy once made an agreement with others, stating that one should not enter Jinlan, lest one fall into the trap of gossip, and moreover, serious matters are of utmost importance

"It seems that you have never really been hungry before." The old sheep curled its hooves under its belly, lying in the haystack, looking at Yu Ziqing with some curiosity, as if for the first time seriously recalling what Yu Ziqing had said.

Yu Ziqing no longer held back, cradling the wooden bowl in both hands, slurping the thick soup from the rim. As soon as a mouthful of warm soup went down, he seemed to come back to life from a state of near death. The warmth gradually rose from his abdomen, spreading to his limbs and bones, as if the blood vessels that had been frozen for several months were coming back to life.

Beneath the snow, a fragment of bone no larger than a fingernail suddenly leaped out, suspended in mid-air, and upon being gazed at by him, it immediately emitted a wisp of black smoke

Who did this? Killing the shepherd, saving those sheep, and finally sending the flock to the mine? Isn't this insane

Hurry up, we have lingered here too long, and you have already left traces. If we do not leave now, there will be more. I do not wish to be hunted down by the hounds of Langya Academy. Since the flock has gone to the mine, we can find a way to obtain information from those sheep later.

Yu Ziqing was unaware that a storm was brewing outside; he was living quite happily.

Setting down the wooden bowl, I lay back in the haystack, feeling the warmth continuously spreading within my abdomen, a sense of indescribable satisfaction and joy surged forth, overwhelming my heart and completely occupying it, leaving no corner untouched

Of course, whether it tastes good or not is not important; what matters is being able to eat to one's fill.

After a moment, the old sheep yawned

Less than two hours after the black-robed man and the black goat departed, the dark clouds in the sky rolled and spread to the sides, and a flying vessel emerged from within.

After tidying up the kitchen and helping everyone else to eat, Yu Ziqing, whose mouth was already watering incessantly, brought back two large bowls of mushroom soup to his own cozy corner.

Yu Ziqing was momentarily at a loss for words, unsure of how to respond.

If you are not full and are not afraid of bursting your stomach, then you may continue to eat. Once you are done, I will serve you some more. As a cook, at least I ensure that you are well-fed. Today, Er Han caught a giant worm, so there should still be some mushroom soup left.

It is certainly not because of this

Just because he is a frail chicken, that village chief who looks like he needs assistance to walk can crush him with one hand. He poses no threat, which is why the village chief dares to give him such preferential treatment without asking too many questions

"What nonsense! I can tell at a glance that this has nothing to do with the Langya Academy; I just don't know who did this." The black goat stuck out its tongue, its mouth charred black. After the outer layer of char had peeled away, blisters had now formed.

Hurry up and leave, this place is too close to the mine and can easily be discovered by others

At that moment, Yu Ziqing finally understood why they had asked several times what he was capable of doing

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