Seeker of Teyvat

"I really didn't expect this..."

For a moment, both Paimon and Keqing were a little surprised.

Not paying attention to everyone's reactions, Xiangling smiled and said:

"Master, how are you doing at home these days?"

"That's great. Everyone, you are actually free to come visit me today." Grandma Ping smiled kindly, her eyes glanced at Wang Daoyi. Seeing that he didn't seem to be ready to speak, she didn't say hello specifically.

Then Xiangling asked, "Hello! Master Chef, we have something to ask you. Do you know the Kitchen God?"

"Of course I know. So, it's the Moon Festival recently. I see, do you want to inquire about the Kitchen God?"

"Yes, something happened recently. We are investigating." Keqing nodded and told the old man in front of her about the recent investigation.

After hearing this, Grandma Ping sighed with emotion,

"Well, the boulder appeared, so you launched an investigation. You guessed it right. I do know the Kitchen God you mentioned. But it happened a long, long time ago. The Zhuyue Festival is a ceremony of the immortal family, and the people of Liyue cannot Fairy affairs, however, also imitated this ritual and evolved into many festivals in the name of chasing the moon.”

"On a day when the moonlight is beautiful, everyone gathers together, drinks good wine and tea, tastes delicious food, and celebrates the joy of reunion. Later, the Rock King Emperor would commemorate a friend and combine these various festivals with the word Zhuyue . Looking at the earth through the sky, taking the moon as an oath, remembering the past and thinking about the present, and having reunions and joy, this is the Moon-Chasing Festival."

"Emperor...ah." Hearing this word, Keqing shook her head.

"The emperor has always paid attention to tradition. Unfortunately, from now on, the inheritance of tradition can only be done by us descendants."

Keqing: The twisted imperial chef.

Although I don’t worship gods, I have figurines of gods at home.

Grandma Ping smiled kindly and said: "The Kitchen God has made a lot of contributions to Liyue. The emperor always attaches great importance to it. It is also a kind of affection to use this season to commemorate the old friend. I guess those festivals may include the Kitchen God Festival that once existed."

"Keqing, you must not underestimate yourself. If there are thoughtful people in the future who care about these traditional rituals, the emperor will be very happy if he knows about it."

Keqing was silent for a long time before she uttered: "...Thank you."

At this time, a Qianyan Army member came over and informed Keqing that Ningguang had something to see her. He said goodbye and left here.

After Keqing left, Grandma Ping smiled and said:

"Do you want to know who the emperor's friend is?"

"Friend? Could it be the Kitchen God?" Ying asked.

Grandma Ping smiled and nodded, "Yeah, you are still so perceptive. There aren't so many coincidences in the world... The lost festival and the friends from the past are of course the same thing. The Kitchen God is also my good friend, but unfortunately for some reason, he is no longer with us and has also disappeared from people's memory."

"why is it like this……"

Wang Daoyi hugged Guo Ba and said softly: "The devil is immortal. When the land regains its vitality, the Kitchen God may return to the world in some way."

Grandma Ping looked at the serious look on this man's face, then at the rice cooker he was holding, and smiled: "Yes, when the earth regains its vitality and thousands of families light up their furnaces, He will come back. "

Xiang Ling: "Really? That's good... Master Chef must miss the Kitchen God too. I feel like you're talking about the Kitchen God as if you were talking about a very good friend."

"Yeah, all the things in the past are really nostalgic. Speaking of which, Keqing is actually investigating this matter. That kid is very persistent and will go all out for what he believes in. He makes everyone energetic and really wants to help. She lends a hand.”

"It's a pity that I can't tell you the answer directly, because this process is very important to her. Keqing's grandfather also studied the Kitchen God. Keqing is his granddaughter... Let Keqing, who has inherited the mystery, pursue these stories herself."

"Grandma Ping actually knows Keqing's grandfather?"

"Of course, everyone in Liyue is my old friend. At that time, her grandfather was about her age... still a young man."

Grandma Ping seemed to be recalling the past, "They, grandfather and grandson, were carved from the same mold. They persisted in everything seriously and had the courage to practice."

To Grandma Ping, everything in Liyue is like her most precious bonsai. She has watched this country become more and more beautiful and prosperous, and watched generations of people grow up and pass away.

The cycle of life and death is just like this.

"That's great!" At this time, Grandma Ping sighed, and then smiled at everyone, "Your idea of ​​using the stone as a clue to investigate is absolutely correct. It is indeed related to the Kitchen God, and the secret of the Kitchen God is hidden in it."

"I also want to see that stone. Please take me over to have a look. Maybe the truth will come to light just by looking at it." With some emotion in her tone, Grandma Ping casually glanced at Guo Ba, who was playing with Wang Daoyi. continued.

So, everyone went to the stone statue again.

But Ke Qing, who left before, has been waiting here for a long time.

"Everyone, I was just thinking about sending someone to invite you, but you came here."

Grandma Ping asked: "Ke Qing, has there been any change to the boulder?"

"There's a crack in the corner of the stone, but we can't tell what's inside yet."

"Did someone secretly smash it?" Paimon asked in confusion.

Keqing held up her hands, as if thinking: "It should be naturally occurring, our swords and guns have no effect on it."

Grandma Ping smiled slightly: "This is because all kinds of things among the people are the source of the Kitchen God's power. The heat of cooking, the joy of reunion, haha, please work harder, I believe the truth will be revealed soon."

Paimon was confused: "The Kitchen God, the Kitchen God, according to the book, is the god in charge of eating... The stone cracked, could it be because someone was desperately cooking?"

Keqing frowned and thought, "The statue will absorb the power of the people... If the Kitchen God is in charge of fire and cooking... Could it be that the hard work people put into cooking will be passed on to the Kitchen God statue?"

Then his eyes lit up: "The theme of this year's Moon-by-Moon Festival is food and mountains and rivers designated by me and Ningguang. Recently, all the chefs who plan to compete are making serious preparations. Paimeng's guess is not impossible."

Xiangling also looked excited: "Besides, many people go home for reunion dinner during the Zhuyue Festival. It's been very lively everywhere recently. The more people there are, the more festive the atmosphere will be."

Paimon smiled and said: "The excitement in Liyue can cause the stone to crack. Does that mean that when the excitement reaches a certain level, the stone will completely explode?"

Xiang Ling also smiled and said: "You can't be wrong, right, Master."

"Hahahaha, you might as well give it a try."

On the other side, Wang Daoyi continued to play with Guo Ba, listened to everyone's conversation, and said to Guo Ba: "Guo Ba, everyone admires you!"

Guo Ba tilted his head and showed a puzzled expression: "Luh~"

Chapter 146 Only stories that you experience yourself will be remembered

After hearing what Grandma Ping said, Xiangling's eyes were filled with anticipation.

Not only are we looking forward to the Kitchen God’s true identity, but we are also looking forward to the upcoming [King of Kitchen Competition].

Keqing was also very happy that the [King of Kitchen Competition] could actually help everyone solve the mystery of the Kitchen God. She said to everyone: "This King of Kitchen Competition will adopt the format of indoor pre-selection and outdoor finals. Everyone can come by then. Watching it live, the atmosphere must be great!”

Paimon's eyes were filled with hope: "Then when the finals are over, we can see the true face of the Kitchen God, right?"

"It's possible!" Keqing nodded and responded to Paimon's question.

Paimon danced happily, then rubbed his belly aggrievedly: "I heard about the cooking competition and I'm so hungry... Wow, I'm so excited. It would be great if I could wake up to the finals!"

Xiangling also looked excited. For her, it is also a very beautiful thing to be able to use cooking skills to see the true form of the Kitchen God: "I have signed up for the Kitchen King Competition, hoping to help everyone see the true form of the Kitchen God." body!"

Ke Qing nodded and agreed very much with Xiang Ling's words: "Well, a chef as good as you can definitely reach the finals!"

Everyone chatted at Yujing Terrace for a long time before reluctantly leaving.

Holding the rice cake in his arms, Wang Daoyi returned to Wanmin Hall with Xiang Ling, Ying, and Paimeng.

"Ah~ I'm so looking forward to it. What will the Kitchen God look like?" Paimon flew in front of everyone full of energy.

"Perhaps he is a very kind old man. After all, Kitchen God must be a god that people are very close to!" Ying guessed, and then looked at Wang Daoyi thoughtfully.

Feeling Ying's gaze, Wang Dao lifted Guoba, who had fallen asleep after playing all day, and said, "Look at what I'm doing. Kitchen God, of course he will be a god that people can get close to! You think so, Xiangling .”

Facing the question thrown by Wang Daoyi, Xiang Ling thought for a while and then said: "He must be a very powerful chef!"

Well, for Xiangling, the Kitchen God must be a chef, otherwise how could he be called the Kitchen God.

The busy day ended with everyone talking and laughing.

……

Time passed, and three days passed in a flash.

During this period, Xiang Ling passed the qualifiers easily. With her strength, it can be said that it was easy.

After the preliminaries, Ying took Paimeng back to Wanmin Hall to find Xiang Ling.

Just in time, Xiangling made a new dish and wanted Ying to help try it.

"Oh, this~" Ying looked embarrassed, "What a coincidence, before coming here, Paimon and I accompanied Daoyi and Zhongli to eat outside."

Ying went to find Zhongli because she was curious about the identity of the Kitchen God. Unexpectedly, Wang Daoyi was also there. She was tricked by two Riddlers into treating her to a meal outside. In the end, she didn't find out any news and spent a lot of money in vain. Food money.

Paimon also nodded: "Yes, yes, and we often eat the dishes you cook, so we may not be very objective. To be on the safe side, it is better to find a few more people to taste the dishes."

Xiang Ling's eyes lit up: "That makes sense! Let me think... Since we need to find a few more people to taste the food, well, Brother Daoyi definitely can't do it, he eats more than you guys, so among the others, the first person I think of is Sister Beidou!"

Paimon rubbed his little hands: "Beidou does give people a reliable feeling, so go find her quickly!"

Nodding, Xiangling picked up a food box from the side and put the vegetables in it: "She should be on the dock now. Let's go to the dock to have a look after I pack the dishes."

After a while, Xiang Ling and Ying rushed to the dock together, and happened to meet Beidou and Xin Yan together.

After some pleasantries, Beidou and Xin Yan tasted Xiangling's new dishes.

"These three dishes, Furong Chicken Slices, Lai Lai Cai, and Crystal Shrimp, taste good, but for me, they are too refreshing." Beidou commented.

Paimon was stunned: "Can these three dishes be described as refreshing?"

Beidou smiled heartily: "Because we usually go on a boat, and if we go far, we have to save our food rations. So, as soon as I get back to land, I want to eat some dishes that are rich in flavor and oil!"

Paimon nodded, she understood, and then said: "The tastes of Beidou and Miss Ningguang are completely opposite!"

Xin Yan answered with a smile: "Yes, Sister Beidou's taste is more similar to mine and Xiangling's."

"Ningguang... don't mention that woman, ah!" Beidou curled his lips, "My taste is so different from hers, we can't eat from the same bowl."

"Huh? But I was very happy when I saw you chatting last time. I feel like you have a good relationship?" Little Paimon was confused again.

Beidou waved his hand with a hearty smile on his face again: "Equally matched is also a kind of friendship, although I really have nothing to say about her boiled cabbage..."

"Haha, I understand, I understand! Boiled cabbage is high-end, but it looks exquisite, but when you put it in your mouth, it doesn't feel like it explodes!" Xin Yan also expressed his dislike of boiled cabbage.

Xiangling nodded thoughtfully. Her own taste was similar to the two of them. They both liked hot, spicy, fresh and fragrant food.

"So, Xin Yan, do you think these dishes are bland?"

Although she already had the answer in her heart, Xiang Ling still asked.

"Hmm... Compared to being light, I feel like these dishes seem to lack a bit of rhythm." Xin Yan thought for a while and described the dishes in her own words.

Beidou's eyes lit up, and she understood Xin Yan's meaning: "Yes, these dishes are beautiful, but if you want to take them to the competition, they may not be a bit impressive."

Paimon's eyes widened: "Rhythm? Momentum? Do you need these for cooking?"

Faced with Paimeng's doubts, Xin Yan smiled sheepishly: "Xiang Ling must understand the rhythm. But I'm only good at music, and cooking is far inferior to Xiang Ling. Just listen to my suggestions. That’s it.”

"No, no, you two are right. Rhythm...momentum! Yes, that's right." Xiangling shook her head and looked at Beidou and Xinyan with some gratitude. "I was thinking about this while I was cooking. Although it's a brand new combination, it seems to lack something that makes the final decision, the feeling of the finishing touch!"

Paimon looked at Xiang Ling in shock: "She seems to be very inspired, but do cooking and music really have anything in common?"

Ying smiled and said, "It's like what Paimon and I have in common!"

Paimon was even more confused: "Ah——! I don't understand what you mean at all. I always feel like you are bullying me!"

Paimon's wailing did not affect Xiang Ling's thoughts. The girl waved her hand full of energy: "Okay, I have a direction for improvement."

Paimon was affected by Xiangling's look, which made her come out of the sadness of feeling bullied: "Oh, it seems to be going well."

Beidou and Xin Yan also encouraged Xiang Ling and then left together. They were going to the boat. Beidou invited Xin Yan to perform for everyone on the boat.

After the captain and singer left,

Paimon returned to his former little strategist appearance: "Xiang Ling, the tastes of Beidou and Xin Yan just now were relatively strong. Do you want to find someone with lighter tastes to try?"

"That's true. Sister Beidou likes stir-frying with heavy oil, and Xinyan likes spicy food. Well, I should ask again." Xiangling nodded, and then asked, "People who prefer lighter tastes... Traveler, do you have any recommendations?"

"I thought of another person." Ying suddenly spoke.

Paimon asked quickly: "Who is it? Who is it?"

"You know, almond tofu..."

"Oh, that guy! Are we going to Wangshu Inn again? Daoyi is not here, so it will take us a long time to get there!"

Xiangling was a little confused: "What, what, who is it?"

"It's someone you almost met last time. You don't have to go to Wangshu Inn, you can try it here." Ying explained.

Hearing Ying's words, Paimeng suddenly realized.

"Ah! I remember now. He seemed to have said that he would come if I just called his name."

"But, can they really hear me if I call my name? Otherwise, let's try somewhere more secluded."