Xia Sunian was dressed in a green shirt and had an elegant temperament. He walked into the institute, looked at the white-haired old man who was studying at his desk, and said respectfully:
"Professor, the General Administration has already replied."
"Agreed to launch the 'Zao Lord Festival' and locate it in the ancient capital."
Dr. Tian Tian is known as an authority in the field of history, and is a well-deserved expert in the field of research on the Nong Emperor and his pet beast Zao Lord.
Hearing Xia Sunian's words, Tian Ye nodded slightly and said with emotion:
"I hope this festival of 'sending stoves' can be held smoothly..."
In previous years, Donghuang’s [Zao Lord Festival] was usually held in the twelfth lunar month.
The reason why a festival was added in the summer this year was because a "Statue of the Kitchen God" was newly excavated from the remains of the Nong Emperor around the ancient capital.
The portrait of the Kitchen God has been lost for a long time, so the discovery of this statue of the Kitchen God is bound to cause a sensation in the archaeological and historical circles.
However, after discussions between Tianye and Xia Sunian, they unanimously decided not to publicize the archaeological results on a large scale for the time being to avoid attracting the attention of criminals.
Since the statue of the Kitchen God was unearthed, a ceremony of "sending the kitchen stove" was needed to avoid disasters and pray for blessings. Dr. Tian Tian asked Xia Sunian to apply to the authorities for the opening of the "Zao God Festival".
The Zao Lord Festival, also known as the Zao Lord Sending Ceremony, is a festival to worship the Kitchen God.
This is not superstition, but respect for this legendary beast.
From a metaphysical point of view, it is through the ceremony of "sending the stove" to return the spirit of the Kitchen God to the Nong Emperor.
Dr. Tian Tian pushed up the frame and looked at the computer screen, where the 3D projection formed a slowly rotating statue of Zaojun.
This is the first time in the historical field that such a complete statue of the Kitchen God has been unearthed, which is crucial to understanding the shape of the Kitchen God.
"It is indeed very similar to the Nine-section Wolf, but there are many differences."
Tian Tian fell into deep thought and murmured to himself:
"Could it be that this 'Fire Tail Golden Eyed Beast' is the evolved form of the Nine-Section Wolf?"
This speculation is just groundless at present.
Unless there really is an example in the world where a nine-section wolf can evolve into a fire-tailed golden-eyed beast.
But it is not easy to find examples that can support the inference...
Dr. Tianye let out a long sigh.
I hope we can find more clues about the true identity of Lord Zao in our lifetime!
*
Yunling, Cangcheng.
After taking over the first mission of the Hunter Guild, Luo He returned to the courtyard in Cangcheng.
According to Xia Miao, the festival format of this Zao Lord Festival is a "cooking competition".
In other words, as long as you can get a good ranking in the "Cooking Competition" and understand the hidden story behind this Zao Lord Festival, you will have completed your mission.
"Sounds simple."
Luo He thought to himself: "I will go directly to Director Hu to learn the inside story, and then give the information to the Hunter Association, won't it be done?"
Thinking of this, Luo He was slightly startled.
broken.
I'm an undercover agent of the Hunters' Guild!
Luo He coughed lightly and looked at the pet beasts training hard in the courtyard.
For the cooking competition, 80% of the time the contestants will be required to prepare their own dishes and ingredients.
Therefore, Xue Xue and Yu Yu cannot continue training these days.
Whether it's lotus seeds or fish oil.
I want them all!
"Yo~"
Xuexue had just finished practicing seed shooting and was panting as if exhausted.
This scene fell in Luo He's eyes, and he suddenly felt a little distressed, as if he was worried about his daughter.
Although Luo He thought that he couldn't let Xuexue slack off, he really couldn't see him looking tired.
"You're tired, take a rest, Xuexue."
Luo He said: "I'll make you a bowl of shaved ice, and we'll talk about it after you finish your afternoon tea."
Xuexue was slightly startled, looked at Luo He's somewhat tough eyes, and nodded slightly.
Xuexue felt excited at the thought of eating shaved ice covered with red beans, honey and condensed milk.
"Woo~" The fish slapped its tail and jumped up from the bottom of the tank.
I'm tired too, I want to have afternoon tea too!
Luo He glanced sideways.
"Don't I know if you are tired or not? Yuyu, don't be lazy."
"Ugh!" Yuyu protested.
This is differential treatment!
"You don't want Xuexue to protect you in the future, right?"
Luo He deceived: "If you don't practice more, Xuexue's strength will catch up with you."
These words directly hit Yuyu's weakness.
It looks like a salty fish, but in fact, Fish has always had a strong heart that "want to jump over the dragon's gate".
The fish dived into the bottom of the tank, blowing bubbles silently, and its eyes shone slightly.
I don't need anyone else to protect me.
Because even if I can't be beaten, I can still escape!
If I have wings in the future, I can run faster and avoid being eaten!
The fish look to the sky, longing for a better life where they will not be afraid of being eaten.
Sensing Yuyu's thoughts, Luo He touched his chin.
The desire to survive is one of the biggest motivations for fish to become stronger!
The other motivations must be turning into a real dragon and meeting grandma.
Luo He looked at Xiao Jiu who was lying on the treetops basking in the sun.
And Xiaojiu’s motivation to become stronger is to defeat stronger ingredients and add more meals!
Thinking of this Zao Lord Festival, Luo He couldn't help but think of it.
I wonder if I can take advantage of this Kitchen God Festival to let Xiaojiu learn Kitchen God’s move [Sun God Eye].
If he can learn it, I believe Xiaojiu will be able to successfully evolve before school starts!
…
In the chat group.
"I heard that the Zao Lord Festival will be held in ancient times recently?" Lin Xiaolin asked.
"Yes, it is a festival organized by the Cultural Bureau of the ancient capital and the Institute of History. The main content is the 'Cooking Competition'." Xia Sunian said.
"I understand, I'm near the ancient capital, and I'll definitely come to support you!" Lin Xiaolin made a grinning expression.
"Has the player list been determined?" Fang Qing asked.
"It has not been determined yet, because the 'Cooking Competition' accepts registrations from breeders from all walks of life, and it will take some time to count the contestants."
Xia Xunian said methodically: "But the organizers have invited several famous breeders, and they will appear directly in the finals."
"Excuse me, who are they?" Jiang Yuenuan asked curiously.
"Master Miao Xi from Jingci Temple in Jiangnan, she is famous for her vegetarian food. There is also Master Haiyue, a famous chef of Cantonese cuisine."
Xia Sunian said: "I have invited these two right now."
Luo He didn't expect that the group was also talking about the "Zao Lord Festival".
It seems that this activity is the focus of the General Administration and the Hunter Association in the near future.
"Senior Xia, when is the deadline for registration?" Luo He asked.
"Before August 10th, the celebration will be held on the 11th and will last for about three days." Xia Sunian said.
"@Luohe, don't you want to participate too?" Jiang Yuenuan said.
Luo He pondered for a moment, and without evading, said: "I do have the idea of participating."
Xia Sunian had also heard about Luo He's cooking skills. It was rumored that Luo He had cured the pet beasts that were difficult to treat even in the medical bureau by relying on his first-hand breeding methods.
Xia Sunian smiled and said: "You are welcome to participate, Luo He. The location is in the ancient capital. I will leave you a place to skip the audition."
Since Xia Sunian is one of the organizers and holds the invitation quota, it is not difficult for Luo He to skip the audition.
Luo He felt that it was difficult to explain to the Hunter Club, so he said: "Thank you, Senior Xia. I'll just sign up for the competition as usual."
"Okay, contact me in advance when you come to the ancient capital." Xia Sunian was very enthusiastic, "If you have the chance, I can also take you to visit the Institute of History."
Director Hu, who was silently peeping at the screen, suddenly became alert.
Isn't this boy named Xia also trying to poach Luo He for the eleventh round?
There are really lessons from the third game, so we have to guard against it!
Luo He: "Thank you, senior. (Nine-section wolf approaches)"
Xia Su Nian: "You're welcome."
Luo He closed the group chat interface and another small window lit up.
"Are you back from Peacock State?" Li Wanqing asked.
"Yes, the next step is to go to the ancient capital to participate in the Zao Lord Festival."
Li Wanqing thought for a moment and then said:
"I will be on a mission in the ancient capital in the near future. Please contact me anytime if you encounter any difficulties."
"Then we just happen to attend the celebration together." Luo He suggested, "The Zao Lord Festival will be held for three days. In addition to the cooking competition, there will definitely be other programs. If we are free, we can also have a meal together."
He really owed too many favors and could only repay them with a meal, so Luo He suggested that the two of them attend the celebration together.
"no problem."
The other party readily agreed, which simply surprised Luo He.
Luo He was stunned: "Don't you need to check the itinerary first?"
Li Wanqing said calmly: "I've already seen it, there's no conflict in time, so it's no problem."
"Okay, see you then." Luo He said.
In the office, an imperceptible smile appeared on the face of the mixed-race beauty, like the ripples of spring water, and in an instant it was as clear and quiet as a bright mirror. While typing a reply, she whispered to herself:
"See you then."
"Hey~~" Qing Feng Luan raised her slender neck and flapped her gorgeous wings with an artificial expression.
Yoyoyo, I’ll see you there then, aren’t you ashamed~
"Hey!" Qing Fengluan shook her head from side to side.
See you there, see you there!
Li Wanqing turned around, raised a smile, and rolled up her hair by her ears.
"You, learn it again?"
As if the Qingfeng Luan had been restrained from the throat of fate, it returned to the elegant and noble posture of the phoenix bird, holding its head proudly.
"Yesterday's training is not finished yet." Li Wanqing then put away her smile and said coldly, "It's time to double the amount of training today."
The reason why Qingfeng Luan is so powerful is inseparable from the fact that every time you train, you will gain something.
"Hey!" The love bird squinted and smiled.
Although my training volume doubled.
But when I heard that you two were going on a date, it was already worth it!
the other side.
Luo He made a plan to attend the Zao Lord Ceremony with Li Wanqing.
After realizing it later, I was slightly stunned.
broken.
I forgot that Xia Miao is also participating!
If I don't want to be exposed, I must accompany Xia Miao during his operations in the ancient capital.
But if Captain Li is left alone or allowed to see...
Luo He looked up at the sky, sweat dripping from his forehead.
No matter how you think about it, this is a Shura field, and it is bound to be a bloody storm!
"By the way, Captain Li should already know about me being an undercover agent, and I think he will understand."
Luo He decided to call Director Hu first.
After communicating through a secret line, a short time later, a serious face of a middle-aged man appeared on the video call.
"Luo He, I was just looking for you."
Director Hu wanted to tell Luo He to beware of sugar-coated bullets from the 11th Bureau and not to be poached.
"Director, I am here to report the mission assigned to me by the Hunter Association." Luo He got straight to the point.
Hu Tu knew that this matter was of great importance, so he became more serious and said in a deep voice: "You speak first."
"To put it simply, the hunter will let me participate in the [Zao Lord Festival] in order to get the hidden information behind this festival."
Luo He said truthfully: "Xia Miao, the Four Heavenly King in the Hunter Association, will also hide his identity and participate in this operation, trying to take the fruits of the king-level moves as his own."
Hu Tu looked shocked.
I didn't expect Luo He to throw away such a big piece of information when he came up.
This means that if someone is sent to ambush in advance, there is a chance to directly arrest Xia Miao!
But in this way, the risk of Luo He's exposure is too great, so it is not yet time to close the net.
Hu Tu weighed the pros and cons and muttered:
"If the news is true, it means that the hunters will indeed regard you as their leader and entrust you with important responsibilities."
"You need to calm down first and cooperate with Xia Miao to participate in the Zao Lord Festival." Hu Tu said, "When you come back, I will promote you to a key member!"
Luo He: "When can I come back?"
Hu Tu: "It depends on the situation."
This statement is comparable to the hooliganism of "all interpretation rights belong to the organizer".
Luo He couldn't refute and asked:
"Then Director Hu, does Captain Li know about my undercover status?"
"Why are you asking?"
Luo He bit the bullet and accompanied Xia Miao to the competition. At the same time, he made an appointment with Li Wanqing and explained it to the director.
Hu Tu was shocked that Luo He had such a desperate operation and said:
"How dare you!"
On the one hand, there is the risk of being exposed in front of Xia Miao, and on the other hand, it is breaking the appointment with Master Li. Either option can easily lead to death.
Luo He smiled bitterly and said: "I didn't react at the time, I was still working as an undercover agent."
Hu Tu pondered for a moment and said:
"Li Wanqing, I already know that you are working as an undercover agent. If you explain the reason, I believe she will not blame you... However, let me ask one more question, what is your current relationship?"
Luo He struggled for a moment and replied: "Colleague."
"The relationship hasn't been officially established yet, so it's an ambiguous period, right?" Hu Tuyun said calmly.
Luo He was stunned.
You are so understanding, Tutu!
"The most important thing is not to be exposed in front of Xia Miao, but you can't miss this opportunity to deepen communication with Li Wanqing."
Hu Tu originally wanted to bring them together, so he suggested: "You can accompany Xia Miao to the chef competition first, and then accompany Li Wanqing to the celebration."
Luo He was shocked and said: "There is still such an operation!?"
"Humph, I think back then..."
Hu Tu obviously had a past as a gangster brother. He suddenly stopped talking and said in a deep voice:
"Anyway, I will teach you four words: the king will not see the king without you."
Luo He was stunned: "What do you mean?"
"When dating two women at the same time, don't let each other see each other, so that you have more room to maneuver." Hu Tu said.
Luo He: "I failed in school and when I was seriously injured and admitted to the hospital, you remember to bring a fruit basket to the hospital to see me."
Hu Tu put away his gangster habits, looked serious, and said:
"However, Li Wanqing's intuition is amazing, so it would be best for you to tell everything."
Luo He thought for a moment and said: "Then I will participate in the Zao Lord Festival as usual and then act according to the opportunity?"
"Don't expose yourself, this is the most important thing." Hu Tu reminded.
Luo He nodded and hung up.
It's not a big problem, just find an opportunity to confess to Captain Li.
Of course, there is another way to avoid the Shura field.
Luo He's eyes narrowed.
That is to concentrate on preparing for the game and ignore other things.
The goal is to win the championship in this cooking competition.
Then, at the same time in the Hunter Association and the ninth game, I got a promotion and a salary increase!
…
The cold is still very serious, I will give it a day orz