The luminous Golden Fried Rice, even amidst a live broadcast, could not be overshadowed by its allure. The soft, radiant golden light was vividly transmitted to the eyes of every viewer from the holographic god-like perspective.
The grains of golden rice, casually piled together, resembled a bird's nest—intricate in pattern, devoid of grease, and gleaming like a luxurious golden treasure.
Nicole, the host, was utterly enchanted by the exquisite taste of the Golden Fried Rice, nearly forgetting the live stream altogether; the broadcast effect was undeniably outstanding.
This was evident from the barrage of comments flooding the screen.
At times, watching someone else eat was even more satisfying than indulging oneself. It wasn't until she savored the last bite and swallowed that she found the opportunity to speak.
"Oh my goodness, this is absolutely delicious! Truly, it's the best fried rice I have ever tasted in my life! The flavors contained within are far beyond that of mere fried rice; it rivals the finest delicacies of the land and sea!"
After her enthusiastic praises, Nicole noticed that the screen was filled with requests for the stall's coordinates and map.
"Streamer, you're making me drool! I can't help myself," remarked a generous viewer, promptly donating 300 gold coins.
"Please share the coordinates! I must try this luminous fried rice for myself!" another comment came in from a devoted follower, donating 200 gold coins.
"I just had a bowl of instant noodles that tasted like chewing wax! Streamer, hand over the stall's location—I want to chance upon this culinary delight with you," chimed in a viewer from a lazy cloud, donating 100 gold coins.
"Try that dumpling! Your expression while enjoying it is so tempting!" another viewer exclaimed, contributing 500 gold coins.
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Nicole felt a surge of joy; this viewer, Wind Qingyang, had been a regular in her stream, often making cheeky comments. Today was the first time he had donated 500 gold coins.
"That's not possible; Zhao Shen's rule is one portion per day!" Nicole pouted, wrinkling her delicate brows in feigned indignation.
Unbeknownst to her, more guests had gathered, observing the scene with disbelief. Even the most beautiful of girls could not sway Zhao Shen!
However, Wind Qingyang's next remark left Nicole momentarily stunned.
"You fool! The boss's rule is one portion per day, but he never said you can't order different items! You can have dumplings along with your fried rice!"
Nicole blinked her charming big eyes, her habitual thought process disrupted. She had always seen Zhao Shen refuse requests for additional servings and had never considered ordering something different.
"Zhao Shen, may I purchase a few more dumplings?" Before Zhao Shen could respond, Nicole hastily clicked to buy a basket of Ice Silkworm Dumplings.
Following the price increase incident surrounding the Ice Silkworm Dumplings, not only had Zhao Shen been unaffected, but he also saved on costs. The individuals who had attempted to manipulate the prices eventually abandoned their tactics. As a result, Zhao Shen's Ice Silkworm Dumplings had returned to availability, now being sold alongside the Golden Fried Rice for the first time.
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Zhao Shen remained silent for a while, for even he had never considered this possibility. The system imposed no restrictions on what he could consume; he could eat whatever he desired without a second thought.
Meanwhile, the expressions of the queueing guests froze in place.
Doudou, the daily regular and wealthy patron, was the first to voice his frustration, exclaiming, "Why does the beautiful girl receive special treatment? She can eat fried rice and dumplings; I'm jealous!"
"Exactly, boss! You can't run your business like this!"
"Zhao Shen, you're being biased! Favoring beauty over friendship! Treating brothers like clothing while regarding women as kin!" Even Mu Yichun could no longer remain silent.
Eating only one portion of fried rice each day was insufficient for his hearty appetite. Today was the first time he had seen someone not only eat a portion of fried rice but also take out a basket of dumplings. It felt cruel! Enjoying a meal in front of them was akin to subjecting these food lovers to torment, wrenching their hearts.
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At this moment, Nicole unabashedly echoed Wind Qingyang's original words, looking at the group as if they were wayward children: "You fools! The boss's rule is one portion per day, but he never stipulated it had to be the same item. Dumplings don't count as a portion!"
"Wait, what?"
The previously boisterous Doudou was instantly stunned, and the few supportive gentlemen around him stood frozen, as if struck by lightning.
"Seriously? It can work that way?"
"Why didn't I think of that? All meals are limited to one portion, but it doesn't specify that it has to be the same item. I can just buy something else, right?" Mu Yichun, an experienced foodie, suddenly realized!
"This is such a cliché plot twist! It's like the story of dropping someone from a hot air balloon!"
"Come on, hurry up! I want to buy all three dishes today—dumplings with Golden Fried Rice!"
A flurry of thoughts raced through their minds, akin to a stampede of wild horses. Initially, it was rare for Ice Silkworm Dumplings and Golden Fried Rice to be sold together, and few had considered enjoying a portion of Dragon's Tear rice followed by fried rice. It must be said, the wisdom of the ancients holds true! One cannot see the truth of Mount Lu when trapped within its confines; Wind Qingyang, an outsider, had exposed the clever trickery.
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Doudou, having just played the role of the aggressor, had now transformed into the victim, lamenting as if Zhao Shen had just tormented him a thousand times. "Zhao Shen, why didn't you say this sooner?"
His expression conveyed a desire to curse Zhao Shen while sitting on the ground in frustration.
"Exactly! Zhao Shen, you lack integrity! Why didn't you say this earlier? If I had known, I would have been enjoying a portion of Dragon's Tear rice along with Golden Fried Rice every day!" Mu Yichun chimed in in agreement.
"You didn't ask," Zhao Shen retorted matter-of-factly, though internally he was quietly lamenting the revenue he had lost due to their ignorance. He couldn't admit to such a loss, so he maintained a serious demeanor.
The burdensome prestige of a culinary god!
Ultimately, Mu Yichun was the first to react, swiftly clearing the stall of all three delicacies and retreating to a quiet corner to relish this delightful feast.
Fortune had turned; Nicole, previously mocked as a fool, strutted about like a victorious rooster, eager to look down upon the others.
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Meanwhile, the live stream had erupted in excitement.
"666! This is an impressive strategy, streamer!" exclaimed a generous viewer, instantly donating 888 gold coins.
"Learning on the fly! Nicole is the fastest!" commented another, contributing 300 gold coins.
"Return my nation! Return my compatriots! Return my copyright!" shouted Wind Qingyang, donning the guise of a comedic rebel and donating 666 gold coins.
"The boss has an impressive temperament! Isn't he afraid of being attacked? Just look at these reactions—are his skills truly that remarkable?" inquired a viewer, intrigued.
"Just now, the streamer's expression was so tempting! I wish for another chance. Thankfully, I don't have to worry about gaining weight. I wonder if the boss has any dishes for breast enhancement; you could use a little boost!"
Indeed, Zhao Shen's Golden Fried Rice was not only exquisite in taste but also visually stunning, embodying the perfect blend of color, fragrance, and flavor. It required no special enhancements; even the most prestigious culinary magazines would be hard-pressed to do better. Once again, he successfully captivated everyone's senses, leaving a throng of food enthusiasts eager and ready for their next indulgence.