Lucian gently placed the dough balls on a parchment-lined baking tray, then looked at the hob to ensure the Fire Blossom Oil was ready for frying.
[System, how's the temperature?] Lucian asked.
[Host, the oil is at the optimal frying temperature — 350 degrees Fahrenheit.] The System replied after enveloping the pot in its Soul Power.
[Mn, thanks.] Lucian carefully lowered three dough balls into the hot oil, to prevent the pot from overcrowding.
*Szzz*
The dough balls sizzled upon contacting the hot oil.
While the dough balls were frying, Lucian kept an eye on the glaze, stirring it occasionally to maintain its smooth consistency.
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Meanwhile, back in the Spatial Farm, a sudden change finally occurred as the ethereal music that echoed in the Artifact stopped, and mysterious pink lines spread across the surface of Lily's snow-white skin.
