Original God Zhongli BG Xiao Qinglong traveled through time

Chapter 342 There is Real Taste in This

When Lin Huan returned to the tavern, Xiangling was standing with her hands on her hips, glaring at her angrily, and said coquettishly, "A Huan! Where have you been again? The food is almost cold!" Her little face flushed slightly with dissatisfaction, and the spatula in her hand was still stained with a few strands of chopped green onions, obviously she had just rushed out of the kitchen in a hurry.

Lin Huan chuckled softly, stretched out his hand and gently rubbed Xiangling's fluffy hair, his tone was gentle and smiling, "Sorry, I just went out for some fresh air. Your food smells so tempting, I was afraid I couldn't help eating too much, so I went out to calm down first."

As she spoke, she picked up a piece of Xiangling's new dish with chopsticks and put it into her mouth. After chewing and savoring it carefully, a flash of surprise flashed across her eyes. Then she sat up straight, picked up the chopsticks and lightly tapped the emerald-like vegetables on the plate. As her eyes turned, she chanted slowly:

"Three parts of heat are like spring ice gradually melting, and the tender parts still have dew; seven parts of saltiness are like overlapping clouds and mountains, and the sweetness is reflected in the sunset."

She looked up at Xiangling, smiling, her eyelashes fluttering. "Chef Xiangling has mastered the true taste of Liyue, being able to blend wild mushrooms with Mondstadt's seasonal vegetables to create the colorful Rock Pattern Soup."

Xiangling was stunned for a moment, then suddenly pointed at her and exclaimed, "Ah! This tune... Last time when Mr. Zhongli finished eating the golden shrimp balls, he also said something like 'the crispy shell is like a thousand layers of gilded gold, and the shrimp meat is like a bright moon'!"

Ying peeked over from the side while holding almond tofu, and said with a teasing smile, "I'm afraid the Wangsheng Hall's customer feedback form has been filled out by the two of you as "Liyue Food Evaluation"?"

Wendy had leaned against Lin Huan's table without him noticing, twirling the wine cup between his fingers, and winked at Lin Huan playfully: "Old man is still particular. If it were me..." He suddenly raised his voice and sang, "Oh my, the fresh soup dances on my tongue, and the spicy oil stains my cheeks red."

Xiangling was so amused by Wendy that her clear and ringing laughter seemed to blow the roof off. "Brother Wendy, your singing is so funny! I feel like the whole tavern is filled with the cheerful atmosphere you bring!"

Lin Huan couldn't help but chuckle, and looked at Wendy tenderly, "Yes, Teacher Wendy, your unique way of expression is like the most lively breeze in spring, unique and joyful."

Wan Ye sat aside, gently waving the folding fan in his hand, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, and the smile was like a breeze blowing on his face, "This scene is indeed full of endless joy and freedom. It makes people forget the troubles of the world and just immerse themselves in this moment of joy."

Wendy approached Lin Huan with a smile, her eyes full of anticipation and playfulness, "Ah Huan, Ah Huan, then tell me, how does my little song compare to Master Zhongli's flowery song?"

Lin Huan pursed his lips slightly, and the smile in his eyes was like twinkling stars. "You two, each of you has your own merits. Your words are profound and full of charm, and your little song is full of liveliness and agility. You are both rare and wonderful people in this world."

At this moment, the Tevarin doll lying on Lin Huan's shoulder gently shook its long tail, and the tail brushed Lin Huan's cheek, as if it was touched by the cheerful and warm atmosphere.

Xiangling blinked and looked at the Tevarin doll with curiosity. "Why is this little guy so quiet now? He was so noisy just now."

Lin Huan patted the Tevarin doll gently, his tone gentle with a hint of teasing, "I'm afraid it was startled by the sudden bustle, and is still dizzy in its own little world and hasn't recovered yet."

The Tewalin doll let out a few muffled groans, as if protesting against Lin Huan's words. It looked cute and stubborn.

Wendy picked up the glass, drank the wine in it, and said with great enthusiasm: "Come on, let's drink this cup together for this wonderful time! May our laughter always be so bright, and our friendship always be so deep!"

Everyone responded one after another, with laughter and chatter interweaving together like a beautiful piece of music, filling this small pub with warmth and joy, as if time had stopped at this moment, just to preserve this beautiful moment.

Moonlight poured down like silver frost between the broken walls of the Wind Dragon Ruins. Tevarin spread out his wings that covered the sky and carried Lin Huan across the broken spire. The sparks that flew when the dragon's claws scratched the stone wall were like its restless mood. Lin Huan sat on the edge of the dragon's back, his bare feet swaying gently. The night wind blew up the hem of his skirt, which was like ripples. The emerald wind chain on his wrist glowed a little in the dark night.

"Ahuan," Tevarin said suddenly, sweeping his tail across the ruins. "That guy in the star-cape... do you really trust him?" His voice was as rough as gravel rubbing against each other, and his claws clenched tightly, making a squeaking sound. "They used poisonous blood to corrode my mind before, and now they want to use sweet words to seduce you?"

Lin Huan chuckled softly, and his fingertips gently stroked the mottled old wounds on the dragon scales: "Do you think I'm still the ignorant and reckless little green dragon from five hundred years ago?"

"Don't worry, I won't believe him! If things get out of control, I will destroy myself!"

"Ah Huan," its voice was as deep as an ancient bell, but with a slight tremor, "Are you sure you want to do this?"

Lin Huan chuckled again, her fingertips slowly stroking the mottled scars on the dragon scales: "What are you deciding? Is it to absorb the filth of karma five hundred years ago, or to prepare to deal with the out-of-control self now?" She looked up at the starry sky, her tone as calm as if she was talking about ordinary weather, "Tevarin, you know, I never regret it."

Her eyes were still gentle, but revealed an unquestionable determination: "Because this is my choice. Five hundred years ago, I chose to absorb Brother Boyang's karma and seal myself in order to protect Liyue and to accompany my family. Now, I choose to deal with my out-of-control self, also to protect Liyue and those I care about. I will never let my out-of-control self hurt the people of Liyue."

Tevarin's tail anxiously swept across the stone wall, splashing a series of sparks. "But you clearly have other choices! Morax, Barbatos, Traveler!... They will all help you, and they will all be sad! Why do you have to go to this point?"

“In his last conscious moment, the Dragon King Ruota chose to let you seal him, rather than let the Liyue he was protecting be harmed. I have the same wish... and my condition is more serious than Mr. Ruota’s. Back then, I sealed myself under Cuijue Slope to prevent the filth of the abyss and the scattered karma from harming innocent people. And now the seal is on the verge of breaking..." Lin Huan turned around, and the ancient golden bow named Dream of the Fallen Dragon appeared in his palm.

"I have no choice, Tevarin."