Chapter 2, The Grand Aspirations of the Gluttonous Immortal

"Gu Zheng, what is wrong with you?"

What is a feast immortal?

The food you just consumed contains toxins, and even the Immortal of Gluttony is not exempt from this. Anything that is toxic should not be consumed. As a descendant of the Immortal of Gluttony, you must naturally adhere to this principle and avoid all toxic foods

Upon exiting the hospital, Huang Tao immediately remarked that Gu Zheng's father is a Michelin three-star chef. Although Gu Zheng, who grew up following his father in the culinary world, is far from matching his father's skills, he still has a few signature dishes that he prepares quite well, not inferior to the level of an average restaurant chef

Gu Zheng, this time we were unable to enjoy ourselves because of you. How about coming to my house today and cooking us a meal as compensation

The incomes of several individuals are quite ordinary, making it unrealistic for them to frequently dine at upscale restaurants. Therefore, they request Gu Zheng to cook, and they will bring it up whenever an opportunity arises

The medicine consists of ordinary capsules, just two types, which can be swallowed in one go. As Gu Zheng placed the medicine in his mouth, he suddenly began to cough violently, and an extremely unpleasant bitter taste filled his mouth. He hurriedly gulped down the water in his hand.

Zhao Yongkui walked over, holding a bottle of mineral water in his hand, signaling Gu Zheng to take the medicine. Among the four, he was the oldest, a middle manager at a small company, and also the most composed one among them.

The voice gradually spoke, and Gu Zheng finally understood how this Xie Xian Ling came to be. It turned out that the stone he picked up in the pear garden was this Xie Xian Ling, and it had already recognized him as its master, although this outcome was quite incredible

Gu Zheng hurriedly waved his hand, and this time his reaction was not as intense as before. The voice reappeared, proving that he had not been hallucinating during his previous stay in the hospital. In his heart, he attempted to ask, "What exactly are you, and how can you speak to me?"

There is a slight increase in heart rate, but nothing else is concerning. I will prescribe some medication for you to take home. If you experience any discomfort, feel free to come to the hospital at any time

The inner voice responded with a hint of arrogance, yet it did not satisfy Gu Zheng. This answer had already been stated earlier, rendering it meaningless.

Savor the world's delicacies and create the finest flavor under heaven

The voice spoke proudly, and Gu Zheng was momentarily taken aback, feeling somewhat dazed in his heart

After picking up the medicine and making the payment, Huang Tao pulled Gu Zheng and left the hospital

Gu Zheng shook his head and did not refuse. He suddenly fainted, and the tension of the few people was not feigned; they were genuinely concerned for him. They took him to the hospital, caring for him and having him examined. In the end, they even helped him get his medication and pay for it. Without them saying anything, he felt he should also show his appreciation.

Gu Zheng felt a strange sensation in his heart and, aside from his astonishment, he unexpectedly recalled an old saying he had heard many times: "Medicine is three parts poison." It seems that calling it poison is not entirely incorrect.

"If I am the heir of the Gluttonous Immortal, what do I need to do?" After pondering for a moment, Gu Zheng asked another question.

This time, Gu Zheng did not persist; he merely nodded numbly. His mind was still filled with the scene he had just seen and heard, that monstrous bronze artifact, and the words that had appeared directly in his mind

What you just mentioned about the poisonous food, what is that about? Why was it so bitter as soon as the medicine entered my mouth?

The doctor quickly provided the diagnosis, stating that all tests were essentially normal, with the only exception being a heart rate faster than that of a normal person. Aside from this point, it can be said that there are no issues at all

Well, I would like to ask you why you appear in my heart, and what is the relationship between us? What is the inheritance of the Gluttonous Immortal that you mentioned earlier?

Toxic food, not edible

Zhao Yongkui hurriedly stepped forward, while Huang Tao and Du Yang also approached Gu Zheng's side, the three of them displaying concern in their eyes

Regardless of what it is, if it is toxic, it is unacceptable. The reason you feel bitterness is due to the backlash of the Immortal Devouring Technique. If you forcibly consume it, with your current strength, the backlash of the technique could instantly turn you into a pool of blood!

Gu Zheng suddenly recalled what had just happened and immediately asked again. The bitterness made him shudder even now; he had never eaten anything so bitter before, feeling as if his tongue was no longer his own.

He is a patient, and when he said this, neither Zhao Yongkui nor the other two opposed it; instead, they encouraged him to rest assured.

This time, Gu Zheng asked quite a few questions. He, along with Zhao Yongkui and another person, had already boarded the bus at the hospital entrance, preparing to return to the city. There were not many people on the bus, and everyone had a seat. Gu Zheng sat by the window, indicating that he wanted some quiet time, and then closed his eyes, focusing on communicating with the deity in his heart.

Gu Zheng was focused on two things at once; on one hand, he reassured Zhao Yongkui and the others that he was fine, while on the other hand, he silently questioned himself in his heart

Gu Zheng, do not listen to Huang Tao. You are not feeling well right now, so go back and rest. You have this intention, and we can gather again next weekend!

The injuries from the ancient conflict are not severe; only the fingers are injured. The examination items are few, including blood tests and imaging, a brain CT scan, and then an electrocardiogram, after which it concluded

What is the Immortal Command, and what is the Immortal? What exactly is the Chaotic Heavenly Tribulation? Gu Zheng was completely bewildered; he was not a staunch materialist, but he was suddenly startled to hear someone else's voice in his mind, which was a normal reaction

What is the grand aspiration of the Immortal Feast?

I am not a thing; I am the spirit of the Gluttonous Immortal's artifact. Do not speak carelessly if you do not understand!

That is medicine, not poison

Cough, why is it so bitter

To taste all the delicacies of the world, what kind of grand ambition is this? Well, Gu Zheng must admit that this is indeed his lifelong aspiration. As a food critic, he vows to sample every delicious dish under heaven and savor them meticulously

As for creating the most delicious food in the world, it seems to be his father's wish. His father has mentioned more than once that he wants to make the tastiest food in the world and become the most outstanding chef in history, forever recorded in the annals of culinary history

I am fine; I just took the medicine too quickly earlier and choked on it. I will take this medicine again when I get back

No problem, thank you all this time

Inferior water sources should not be consumed in excess

The previous voice suddenly grew louder, clearly infused with anger. Gu Zheng was taken aback. This voice could indeed respond, but its answer nearly made Gu Zheng laugh; it truly was not a good thing.

The voice that had not appeared before, no matter how Gu Zheng thought about it, suddenly emerged, causing Gu Zheng to cough even more violently

It's good that nothing happened, Huang Tao and the other two let out a sigh of relief, while Gu Zheng still stared wide-eyed, his mind constantly replaying everything that had just occurred. No matter how he thought about it, the monster, the bronze artifact, and the sound never reappeared, as if they had never existed at all

Continue to fulfill the grand aspirations of the Gluttonous Immortal, and bring fame to the Gluttonous Immortal

Hmph, a decayed tree cannot be carved; the Immortal of Gluttony is an ancient holy immortal, an existence of unparalleled greatness

The Great Immortal Xian lived in the Primordial World. Calculating that this chaotic heavenly tribulation was unavoidable, he prepared the Immortal Xian Order in advance to ensure the continuation of his legacy. The Immortal Xian Order flew out from the Primordial World and landed here with you. This is me. The previous words were spoken by the Great Immortal Xian to his successor; I am merely relaying them. Your body meets the conditions for the Great Immortal Xian's inheritance. According to the Great Immortal Xian's prior arrangements, the process of recognizing you as his master will now be completed. From this moment on, you are the successor of the Great Immortal Xian, the new generation of Immortal Xian

At this moment, Gu Zheng's face was pale, his eyes filled with fear, and he did not appear to be in a normal state.