Chapter 1168: The Miracle of Grilled Fish

What a waste!
What an absolute waste!
The Dao Transformation Sturgeon is a treasure of heaven and earth, and yet it was grilled and eaten? How much of its essence was squandered?!

Looking at the fish bones scattered everywhere, dozens of people felt as if their hearts were being torn apart.

Luo Pengfei, however, had already prepared himself mentally. He sneered at the sight of these sycophants who had never seen the world. But when he saw Xu Baichuan with his greasy mouth, he quickened his pace.

That old man really has no sense of honor!
They had agreed to wait for him to return before enjoying the feast, yet Xu Baichuan had already started eating. If Luo had been any later, there wouldn’t even be any fish bones left to suck on!

As he sped up, the others also turned and followed.

Walking along the corridor of the fish pond, they saw dozens of Dao Transformation Sturgeons swimming on either side. Once again, they were struck with envy and awe, their expressions growing tense.

When Luo Pengfei reached the bonfire, he saw that only a few small fish remained.

His eyes flashed with a murderous glare.

"Brother Xu, we agreed to wait for me to return. How could you eat most of it before I got here?"

Xu Baichuan’s face showed no hint of shame. He gently waved his sleeve.

"Brother Luo, calm down. Please, take a seat."

A gentle breeze swept by, and a stone stool was pushed in front of Luo Pengfei.

Feeling the Dao power within the breeze, Luo Pengfei was stunned.

Sword intent?
Xu Baichuan had entered the Dao through the art of the qin. How could he suddenly possess sword intent, and even rival Lu Renkuang?!

Could it be...

Before Luo Pengfei could think further, Yi Feng handed him a grilled fish.

"Brother Luo, don’t blame Brother Xu. I heard that eating this fish could help one comprehend the Dao, so I couldn’t resist trying it out."

"Here, try it. See if you feel anything special."

Yi Feng looked frustrated.
He had been told that eating the fish was like opening a mystery box, with a chance to comprehend the Dao. But he had drawn a blank, feeling no trace of Dao power at all. His luck was just terrible!

Seeing Yi Feng step in to mediate, Luo Pengfei didn’t dare to act arrogantly.

He carefully took the grilled fish and repeatedly thanked him.

"Thank you, sir!"

Seeing the Dao Transformation Sturgeon he had longed for for years right before his eyes, his heart began to race. Recalling the sharp sword intent from earlier, he grew even more excited.

He took a small bite.

The tender, juicy fish meat and the crispy skin entered his mouth together, creating a layered texture that offered an unprecedented culinary experience!

It was delicious...
How could there be such delicious grilled fish in the world?

For thousands of years, even when he had enjoyed spiritual fruits and fine wines, it had always been to absorb their essence. He had never indulged in the pleasure of taste. But now, he felt an overwhelming sense of happiness, like a mortal savoring a feast.

After swallowing the fish, Luo Pengfei’s eyes widened in shock!

A new, profound understanding emerged in his mind, each thread of thought deep and intricate, as if tempered over thousands of years.

In his consciousness, a small figure was reciting poetry, and words danced in the air!

Was this the power of the literary Dao?!
Just as the rumors said, the Dao Transformation Sturgeon contained the power of the Dao!

Luo Pengfei’s face flushed with excitement, and he nearly lost his composure. Before he could speak, his cultivation also began to surge!

Early third rank...
Mid third rank...
Late third rank!

In just a few breaths, his cultivation, which had stagnated for hundreds of years, skyrocketed. He was on the verge of breaking through the bottleneck of the third rank, and his mental comprehension flowed smoothly, almost effortlessly.

Everything had fallen into place.
If he wanted to break through, all he needed was to go into seclusion!

The Dao Transformation Sturgeon not only contained the power of the Dao but could also greatly enhance one’s cultivation?
Was this for real?
Did the Dao Transformation Sturgeon really have this effect?

Luo Pengfei was utterly shocked and stood up abruptly!

Seeing his excitement, Yi Feng also looked on with anticipation.

"How is it? Is the fish delicious? Did you comprehend any Dao power?"

Seeing the expectation in Yi Feng’s eyes, Luo Pengfei finally came to his senses.

No wonder the sir had insisted on grilling the fish and had been as confident as when he was fishing. Grilling was indeed the true way to prepare the fish. The sir’s methods and knowledge were truly beyond reach!

First, he had gifted the fish, and now he had offered guidance.
After just a few days of interaction, Luo Pengfei had been fortunate enough to meet the sir and receive such an opportunity. He had truly hit the jackpot!

Feeling even more grateful and respectful, Luo Pengfei instinctively wanted to respond.

But considering the crowd behind him, he changed his tone and laughed.

"Thank you, sir!"
"This grilled fish is truly the most delicious thing in the world!"

Hearing this, Yi Feng felt slightly disappointed.
Even Brother Luo hadn’t gained anything from eating the fish. It seemed the fish’s reputation was just a gimmick.

All that talk about Dao power was just a scam.
The island master was a real swindler!

Yi Feng was almost full and had lost interest in the fish. He nodded with a smile.

"These fish are all yours. You and Brother Xu can enjoy them. I’ll go greet the guests."

The two men were even more delighted.

As Yi Feng looked into the distance, the various people who had arrived grew nervous. They stood respectfully, unable to resist stealing glances at the grilled fish.

Yi Feng also noticed their gazes and began to chat warmly.

"Greetings, everyone. I’m sorry, but we only grilled a few fish. If there’s a chance in the future, I’ll invite you all to join us."

The crowd quickly responded with humility, each one acting modestly.

They had come to pay their respects to Yi Feng, trying to make up for their previous neglect. They didn’t dare to actually covet the Dao Transformation Sturgeon. They were even worried that Yi Feng might not accept their gifts.

Just as the group was growing tense, Old Man He stepped forward again.

"Sir, you are too kind."
"We came only to pay our respects and have no other intentions. Our visit was rushed, so if we’ve been impolite in any way, please forgive us."

While speaking humbly, Old Man He presented a set of knives.

"Sir, the Dao Transformation Sturgeon is best enjoyed as sashimi to preserve its essence and enhance its flavor. Coincidentally, I have a set of knives in my collection. This is just a small token of my respect."

Old Man He presented the knives with both hands, a glint of cunning in his eyes.

As the brocade box opened, a set of exquisitely crafted Seven-Star Treasure Knives came into view, sparking envy among the onlookers. Old Man He stood confidently, basking in the spotlight.

But just as he was eagerly awaiting a response, Yi Feng froze in his seat.

This is a freshwater fish. Can you even eat it as sashimi?
That’s so unsanitary!