Great Voyage: My Summoned Creatures Can Level Up While Idle

The French Riviera Hotel is not located on the bustling main street, but rather on the outskirts of the city.

Luo Ya had already inquired beforehand and found that the main street of the food island and the nearby hotels were already fully booked. Even if there were occasionally vacant rooms, the rent had increased several times due to the popularity of the food festival.

Although he and Sophia had money, it wasn't something they acquired by chance, and they didn't want to be taken advantage of by the unscrupulous merchants on the island.

Ahead, a red-haired girl named Aria was leading the way with practiced ease, and the three of them walked through the narrow alley.

Luo Ya secretly marveled at how extraordinary the concentration of delicacies on the island truly was.

Along the way, he had seen many Iron-level superhumans, dozens of apprentice-level superhumans, and even a random girl on the street who was leading the way and soliciting customers was actually a genuine superhuman.

Sophia, standing beside him, gently tugged at Roya's sleeve. When he turned to look at her, she silently mouthed to him whether the girl seemed alright.

Luo Ya shook his head slightly, indicating that it was alright.

The girl named Aria's aura was far weaker than his own, posing no threat whatsoever. He decided to wait and see how things unfolded.

They wandered through the winding alleys, finally arriving in the suburbs.

After crossing a wooden bridge with camel humps, the three finally saw the French Riviera hotel.

It was a three-story building with vegetable gardens on both sides, where you could see lush green cabbages and red carrots.

Arya flung open the shop door and called out loudly into the house, "Mrs. Mars, I've brought two new guests back!"

A slightly plump, kind-faced middle-aged woman walked out slowly; she was the shop owner, Mrs. Mars.

It is said that her husband was a naval admiral who died in the line of duty. Because of this background, the hotel is very safe, and guests are never afraid of being robbed or having their luggage stolen.

It's just that it's located in a remote area, so we need to send staff to attract customers.

"Thank you for your hard work, Aria." Mrs. Mars smiled and nodded to the red-haired girl, then turned to Roya and Aria, speaking gently, "What kind of room would you like to rent? There are room types and prices listed on the counter."

The prices and configurations of the four room types are clearly displayed on the wooden sign at the counter:

The dormitory-style rooms can accommodate eight to twelve people. They are separated by curtains, and there are no private bathrooms or lockers. The price is 45 copper coins per night.

Sailors' cabins can accommodate two to four people together. They feature single simple beds, lockable doors, shared bathrooms, and small storage chests. The cost is one silver coin and fifty copper coins per night.

Private guest room, single room, with clean bedding, a small table by the window, a lockable locker, a private bathtub, and hot water available for a limited time, 4 silver coins and 50 copper coins per night.

A double suite with two bedrooms, a small living room, a fully en-suite bathroom, and calming aromatherapy. Ten silver coins and fifty copper coins per night.

Mrs. Mars smiled and recommended, "You two could take a look at the double suite. I'll give you a discount; it'll only cost ten silver coins."

Upon hearing this, Sophia's cheeks instantly turned red, and she quickly waved her hand to explain, "We're not in that kind of relationship! Just give us two private rooms."

"Oh dear, I misunderstood. I'm so sorry." Mrs. Mars immediately realized her mistake and quickly apologized with a smile.

The two then viewed the room, which was spotless.

The bedding was clean and warm from being sun-dried, and the room was quiet and secluded, offering an excellent stay. The two were immediately satisfied and prepaid for seven days' accommodation.

After accepting the order, Aria disappeared without a trace.

During their conversation, Luo Ya learned that Aria was not a hotel employee, but also a guest.

She rented the most cost-effective sailor's room and offset part of the accommodation cost by helping the hotel attract customers.

Every evening, she would set up a stall on the food street to make a living, but business was not good, and she could never earn much money.

After settling into their lodgings, the two decided to go out for dinner. After saying goodbye to Mrs. Mars, they stepped out of the hotel.

As dusk fell, the warm yellow streetlights along the street lit up one after another, casting a gentle glow over the entire street.

The aroma of fresh food on the main food street grows stronger, and this is when the crowds peak.

Dockworkers, naval soldiers, sailors and fishermen who had finished a day's work gathered here to find food and stroll around.

In the crowded streets, Roya and Sophia could only hold hands tightly to avoid being separated by the flow of people.

Along the street, you can see sailors holding coconut shell wine glasses filled with fruit wine, drinking and chatting.

There were also drunken human merchants and orc sailors arguing at the street corner, which then escalated into a brawl.

Soon, patrolling marines heard the commotion and came over, taking the two troublemakers away and detaining them until they sobered up and paid a fine before being released.

The highlight of the food festival is undoubtedly the daytime cooking competition.

A special competition arena was set up in the town's central square, inviting food street shop owners or head chefs to compete on the same stage, with the town mayor and naval officers serving as referees.

The winner will not only receive rare ingredients, high-quality spices, and generous gold coin rewards, but will also gain fame and cause their shop to see a surge in customers and a significant increase in revenue.

Luo Ya and Sophia found a restaurant with good reviews and ordered a table full of dishes: honey-grilled lobster, scallop stuffed with mushrooms, pan-fried goose breast with herbs, and a savory cured meat platter.

The two enjoyed a delicious meal, their mouths full and their bellies bulging.

The taste was impeccable, but the price was really high, costing two gold coins for one meal.

After the meal, the two of them each held a coconut cup filled with refreshing and sweet chilled apple wine.

The two planned to leisurely return to the hotel to wash away the salty smell of the sea breeze. They would deal with the rest tomorrow, since they were travelers attending a food carnival, not corporate slaves on a mission.

As they passed a street food stall, the two were suddenly stopped by someone.

Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be Aria, who had changed her clothes.

She wore a blue apron stained with grease and smoke, a dust cloth wrapped around her head, and was surrounded by the rich aroma of charcoal-grilled fish. She was tending a mobile stall selling grilled fish and oysters on a stone slab.

"Are you out for dinner? Have you already eaten? No problem, try my cooking!"

Arya continued talking to herself, and before the two could refuse, she handed them a freshly grilled fish cooked on a stone slab.

Unable to refuse their kind offer, the two had no choice but to accept it.

Under Aria's expectant gaze, Roya took the first bite, his eyes instantly lighting up as he exclaimed sincerely, "Delicious!"

The grilled fish is coated with a secret blend of spices and grilled until it is crispy and fragrant. Gently peel back the skin to reveal tender, firm, and juicy fish meat inside, with a sizzling, fresh aroma that fills your nostrils.

The salty and savory aroma of the spices permeates the fish meat, completely eliminating the fishy smell. The outer skin is crispy, the inside is tender, and the taste is fresh, spicy, and sweet. The aroma of charcoal and the freshness of the sea blend perfectly, creating an excellent taste experience.

Sophia tilted her head slightly, a hint of doubt in her heart.

She had previously learned from Mrs. Mars that Aria's stall business wasn't doing very well. If the food was really that outstanding, she wouldn't need to help Mrs. Mars attract customers and reduce the rent.

Sophia couldn't resist the temptation of the food. She opened her small mouth, took a bite of the fish, and her eyes lit up the next second: "Delicious!"