I've been transported into a Western fantasy game, and my dad wants me to marry my sister.

Crystal clear, thin as a cicada's wing, the fish slices.

And the fish-shaped buckle, which has been modified but is now somewhat thick.

The colorful shredded ingredients and the black dipping sauce.

All eyes were drawn to these "works of art" that stood out starkly against the backdrop of the surrounding rustic roasted meat stews.

The flesh of the red-eyed trout was sliced ​​extremely thinly and neatly laid out on a chilled stone plate, appearing almost translucent under the illumination of the domed moonstone.

"What... what is this?"

Elder Warclaw furrowed his thick eyebrows, leaned closer to look, and then sniffed hard.

"Sashimi? You eat it raw like that?" His tone was full of doubt.

"We've come a long way from eating raw meat and drinking blood to enjoying cooked food today, do you really know that this kind of cooking method can taste good??"

The gray-eyed high priestess also showed an inquisitive look; she had seen food from many human kingdoms before.

Such meticulous handling of raw fish is indeed rare.

Elder Huiyan adjusted his monocle, his gaze shifting back and forth between the fish slices, ingredients, and dipping sauce.

Fangya and Amber exchanged a glance, both seeing the curiosity and anticipation in each other's eyes.

They had witnessed Lynn's ability to turn the impossible into the possible.

On the elf's side, a knowing glint flashed in Elune's emerald eyes.

As their intimacy level increased, she was able to roughly sense Lynn's thoughts.

Vera's eyes widened, a small piece of meat still dangling from her mouth, as she mumbled, "Raw...raw fish? How can it taste good?"

Leah trusts her brother unconditionally, and her little hand has already quietly picked up the chopsticks.

Lynn took in everyone's reactions, smiled slightly, and was in no hurry to defend himself.

He picked up a clean pair of wooden chopsticks, letting his actions speak for themselves.

"This way of eating is called sashimi, which pursues the freshest and purest original flavor of the ingredients, as well as the symphony of multiple textures and flavors the moment it enters the mouth."

Lynn's voice was calm and clear, as if he were teaching some kind of skill.

He first used chopsticks to pick up a few slices of fish as thin as cicada wings and gently shook them in the air.

The fish slices trembled slightly as if they had come to life, showcasing their extreme thinness and elasticity.

"The essence of sashimi lies in freshness and cleanliness. It must not come into contact with raw water during processing to preserve its crispness and tenderness."

"Slicing fish requires speed, precision, and thinness to lock in the juices and sweetness."

Next, he picked up a small amount of shredded ginger, garlic, chili, and scallions, along with a pinch of crushed peanuts, and combined these colorful ingredients with a slice of fish.

"The ingredients are like the finishing touch, removing fishy smells, enhancing aroma, and enriching the flavor profile."

"The spiciness of ginger, the aroma of garlic, the intensity of pepper, the freshness of scallions, and the richness of peanuts each have their own role."

Finally, he lightly dipped the fish slices, which were covered with seasonings, into the dipping sauce he had prepared himself in front of Lynn.

The dipping sauce was made with soy sauce as a base, with a little fruit vinegar, sugar and sesame oil added, and it had a dark brown and glossy color.

"The dipping sauce is like the chords of a musical piece, with a salty and savory base, enhanced by sweet and sour flavors, and moistened with sesame oil, blending everything together."

After doing all that, Lynn gracefully put this "creation" into her mouth.

He closed his eyes, chewed slowly, and a look of satisfaction appeared on his face, as if he were savoring nature's most generous gift.

A moment later, he opened his eyes and looked at everyone: "Please give it a try. Following my method, you can also add your favorite ingredients and dipping sauces to experience the difference."

Lynn's demonstration was fluid and graceful, with a convincing sense of ritual that greatly reduced people's instinctive aversion to "eating raw food".

Amber, with its strong sense of curiosity, was the first to resist.

Cats have a natural preference for fish. Following Lynn's example, she carefully picked up a slice of fish and some condiments, dipped them in the sauce, and put them in her mouth.

next moment--

Amber's amber cat eyes widened instantly! Her ears and tail stood up at the same time!

"Meow—!!"

A short, sharp sob filled with extreme joy escaped from her throat.

It didn't have the fishy smell I expected, nor did it have any annoying tiny thorns!

The first sensation upon tasting is the cool, smooth texture of the fish, which seems to melt on the tongue. This is followed by an intense sweetness, a pure and refreshing flavor that bursts in the mouth like a mountain spring!

The spices, mild spiciness, freshness, and crispness of the ingredients come one after another, intertwining and colliding with the sweetness of the fish, creating distinct yet wonderfully harmonious layers!

The savory and slightly sweet dipping sauce, along with the rich sesame oil, acts like the gentlest conductor, perfectly harmonizing all the vibrant flavor notes into a delightful concerto!

Soft, crisp, sweet, fragrant, fresh, spicy, moist... countless textures and flavors explode and blend in your mouth, bringing an unprecedented, refreshing and stimulating taste feast!

"It's so delicious!!!"

Amber was so excited she almost jumped up, forgetting all about etiquette, and immediately grabbed a second chopstick.

Upon tasting it, Amber's eyes narrowed into crescent moons of happiness.

The amber reacted like a pebble thrown into a calm lake.

Elder Zhanzhao, still somewhat skeptical, also picked up a large mouthful with his chopsticks and stuffed it whole into his mouth.

After chewing twice, the burly elder suddenly stopped chewing, his pupils shrinking slightly.

Then, even more vigorous chewing began, and his beard trembled with excitement.

"This, this texture... crisp, tender and chewy! Fresh and sweet! Not dry at all!" He looked at Lynn in shock.

The gray-eyed high priest elegantly tried a piece, and after savoring it carefully, a rare, almost moved expression appeared on his aged face.

"Pure... the ultimate in purity and freshness." Her gaze toward Lynn was filled with amazement.

The wise elder ate very quickly, analyzing as he ate.

"Brilliant!"

"Raw feeding preserves the active aquatic elements and delicious nutrients of the red-eyed trout to the greatest extent!"

"The choice of ingredients subtly reflects the principles of mutual generation and restraint among elements! The proportions of this dipping sauce are simply perfect!"

"We've been stewing such a treasure until it's dry... What a waste! What a waste!"

The elves were also captivated by this novel and wonderful taste.

Vera gasped from the spiciness, yet ate with more gusto than anyone else: "Ugh...so spicy! But so fresh! So sweet! So refreshing! It's completely different from eating meat!"

Leah took a small sip, her platinum-grey eyes sparkling with pride: "Brother is so amazing..."

Elune also ate quite a bit, though she was being modest.

She could sense that this way of eating required extremely high quality ingredients, which perfectly aligned with the Druids' philosophy of respecting nature and pursuing purity.

For a moment, the only sounds at the banquet were gasps of amazement, satisfied chewing, and the soft clinking of chopsticks against plates.

The rather large portion of sashimi was devoured in the blink of an eye.

Each plate, spotless and brand new, is undoubtedly the highest praise for the cook.

Lynn smiled with satisfaction as he watched this scene.

Once the last trace was cleaned up, everyone finally snapped out of their daze from the delicious taste.

"My Lord Prophet..."

"The skill in handling these ingredients is truly breathtaking."

"These ingredients and dipping sauces you used..."

The gray-eyed high priest spoke first, his voice more gentle and respectful than before.

Lynn knew the time was right.

He calmly wiped his hands and smiled, "High Priest, the ingredients I use are mostly ordinary."

"Ginger, garlic, scallions, and local chili peppers are all easy to grow and obtain, and peanuts are not rare either."

"The key is to understand their characteristics and know how to combine them."

"As for the soy sauce, fruit vinegar, sesame oil, etc. in this dipping sauce..."

Lynn took out several small jars from his bag.

"These are products I improved by combining human skills with the natural fermentation methods of the elves. If the nobles are interested, we can trade directly."

"The Silver Dew settlement and the Night Shadow tribe live side by side, exchanging goods and resources, which not only enriches their diet and adds flavor to their lives, but also strengthens their connection."

This suggestion immediately resonated with the three elders.

The allure of delicious food is immediate, but what Lynn demonstrates is not the piling up of expensive and rare spices, but a deep understanding and skillful use of ordinary ingredients, which is more in line with the pragmatic nature of the orc tribe.

Trade not only satisfies our appetites, but also serves as a bridge for technological and cultural exchange, which is of great benefit to consolidating alliances and jointly responding to crises.

Elder Warclaw was the first to make the decision: "Change it! It has to be changed! I can't stew any more of the red-eyed trout I catch! This sashimi is absolutely amazing!"

The wise elder adjusted his glasses and quickly calculated: "Ginger, garlic, scallions, and chili peppers are easy to grow, and peanuts can be cultivated on a large scale... The brewing techniques for soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil are very valuable... This trade will bring both benefits and goodwill, and I agree to it."

The gray-eyed high priest looked at Lynn, and the last trace of caution he had felt because of Lynn's human identity dissipated.

This prophet not only possessed the wisdom to foresee crises, but also had the subtle and effective way of getting along with others and the ability to genuinely improve lives.

"Nightshadow Tribe, it is an honor." The High Priest nodded formally.

"The specific details can be discussed later by Elder Wisdom and the Prophet."

May our friendship, like this delicious food, be rich in layers and leave a lasting aftertaste.

Lynn never expected that his small act would later make Nightshade City a famous fresh food city throughout the entire continent.

However, that's a story for another time.