Desert Trader Stardew

After 100 years of stellar service to the human-led Earthen Galactic Empire, elvish general Eryndor Stormlord was acussed of treason. The once-revered Warmaster and House Stormlord were exiled to an uncharted desert world in the outer rim. Expecting to die there, along with a thousand other elves, he made a discovery. In the heart of an ancient necropolis, he found an artifact. --- [You have found Codex Novus – the keystone of Galactic Power] [Do you wish to claim it?] Codex Novus. The base form of the Codex Imperium I had known so well. The foundation of empires. Priceless… worth a million worlds. Yet, no joy filled my heart, nor excitement. Only a burning urge for vengeance. Those who had exiled us here would pay.

Elias Verden never intended to play Black Desert Online. He certainly never meant to create a breathtakingly beautiful swordswoman and abandon her before even starting the game. But when a single careless click pulls him into the world he barely understood, Elias finds himself trapped—not as the adventurer he imagined, but as something far more dangerous. He has become a Black Spirit—a being of whispers and temptation, a guide and a curse, a force meant to shape heroes and consume them in equal measure. And standing before him, blade in hand, is the woman he once left behind—Ume, the Maehwa warrior he never played, yet who now breathes, moves, and glares at him with a fury born from abandonment. But the world they find themselves in is not the game he knew. There are no glowing markers, no system menus, no convenient respawns. Here, every step carries weight, every battle demands skill, and every mistake has consequences. Worse still, Elias is changing—his thoughts darker, his instincts sharper, his very existence bound to Ume’s fate in ways neither of them yet understand. Lost, confused, and utterly unprepared, the pair must navigate a world where legends are real, power is earned through blood and sweat, and the line between player and pawn is dangerously thin. But as Elias’s strength grows, so too does the shadow curling at the edges of his mind. Is he still himself? Or is the Black Spirit he has become merely waiting—biding its time—until there is nothing left of Elias Verden at all? Themes & Appeal: Dynamic Character Growth: A story that explores what happens when an idealist is thrown into a world where power is not given, but taken, and where survival demands more than just skill—it demands sacrifice. A Unique Protagonist Role: Unlike typical transported-to-a-game stories, Elias is not the adventurer—he is the Black Spirit itself, a being meant to guide and corrupt, torn between his human nature and the dark power awakening within him. Complex Relationships: Ume and Elias’s dynamic is tense, layered, and deeply personal—a warrior abandoned by her creator, and a creator who never meant to become the very thing meant to consume her. A World Beyond the Game: This is no longer Black Desert Online—this is a world where the game’s rules do not apply, and both Ume and Elias must learn what it truly means to carve their own path. Tagline: "He was meant to be the player. Now he is the curse that binds her fate."

In the third year of his reincarnation into the Middle Ages, the moment to inherit the noble title was at hand. Little Norn had thought that a wonderful life of nobility was about to begin. But just as he was about to rely on his uncle, his uncle encountered some trouble. With no other choice, little Norn had to follow his uncle on a journey full of adventures to the Holy Land. In the Middle Ages, a "food desert," he used delicious food to pave a road to wealth and success. He also improved himself by secretly learning skills from knights. When asked about the future, little Norn said, "Of course I want both power and beautiful women!"

Zhao Yu came to the deserted planet to build a base, create an underground city and hide in it. Worried about the threat from the unknown civilization, Zhao Yu dug out a small half of the planet and built star destroyer cannons capable of destroying the planet, as well as tens of thousands of fully intelligent mechanical dogs in various forms. The defensive robotic dog, the Gate God, would disguise itself as a small mountain and fortify around the base. Detection and gathering robot dog - Tsotan, would disguise as a rolling stone and wander around the planet to collect useful resources. Combat robot dog - Nezha, would disguise as a crater, scattered around the base, ready to be able to attack the enemies that may come. Around the base, they were ready to attack the enemies that might come. On this day, his gathering robot dog - Tsotan, dragged back a spaceship. It captured three alien creatures, claiming to be from Earth. Zhao Yu was confused. "Didn't I travel to the deep space of the universe? How come I'm on the back of the moon and being treated as an alien by humans?"

Collecting legendary antiques, retracing the mysterious martial arts. From the moment he activated his cheat, Casio knew that he was no longer ordinary. [Legendary Antiques: Wind Elephant Ivory Pendant] Seventy years ago, in the North Flow Country of the Hong Li Federation, at the Wind Elephant Gate Youth Training Camp. "Li Wei, you are a coward! On the day your sister was brutally murdered, you were trembling in a corner! On the night of the Sect Destruction War, you disgracefully fled! During the many long years of revenge, you missed the opportunity again and again! "Now let me teach you what bravery is, let me tell you how to turn suffering into your power. I hope at the moment you behead your enemy, you will remember: you are a man, an upright man!" The taboo era, hidden legends. A Foggy continent paralyzed by the sealed land. Countless brilliant antiquities wail in the ruins. I will witness your lost legends in the mist, the knights in the sky, the ghosts in the desert, the rats in the mud. The direction of sword fights points to the light, and flowers will grow where bullets fall. The winds of history will eventually sweep away the rubbish from the era's gravesite.

In this world, magic is nothing special. Everyone can perform magic, but not everyone is allowed to. Society has recently adapted to the existence of this mysterious system, and to use magic, or magical abilities, one must procure a magic liscence. The main character is a citizen who has failed the magic liscence test multiple times, and has decided to move to a country that doesn't have the magic liscence system. People are still very divided on how to make laws regarding magic, with some people considering it their birthright to use magic, and others fearing the consequences of this unpredictable power. His exciting journey comes to a quick halt as the world undergoes another major change: animals start to gain access to magic, and various mythical creatures come to life. The main character, stuck in a desert with his fellow adventurers, unlocks the ability of shared vision. Who is he sharing his vision with? What will happen to this world now? Should he call his parents to check if they are okay? Read the story to find out! Credits: Background: [https://unsplash.com/@guillepozzi] Cover: [https://www.youtube.com/@whiff_z]

Dive back in time, to the depths of the desert, and watch the old stories unfold before your eyes. A story of treasure hunting, betrayal, and destiny. When a gruesome future is all you see, how can you change it? When you're foretold to fail, how should you move on? Zarqa, the girl who saw beyond time, sought to find answers. -------------------------- Legend says that Zarqa had sharp eyes that could look far away in the distance. But what if that wasn’t the end of it, what if her eyes were seeing far beyond not only space, but time? What if Zarqa was blessed with a prophecy, one that could save her dying village from destruction? Just as they thought they had no way to survive, Zarqa learns of a way to protect her village from demolition. Naturally, no one believed her, for no one but the Almighty could see beyond the present. They forgot the Almighty offers knowledge to those whom he deems of worth. And Zarqa was one of them. Having to trudge an arduous path and go through a great adventure, Zarqa seeks to find the solution to all of their problems, a treasure said to have the power to change all. Pitted against magical traps and the mysteries of the deserts, she finds unexpected company in Ali Baba, the poor kid with the sticky fingers, and his crow Morjana... -------------------------- This is my first original long story here and is also a WSA 2024 Entry. I ask that you give it a try and hope you enjoy it :D Also, note that English is not my first language... And it's not my second either. -----------------------Media------------------------- This book has many openings, check them out: [General opening of the book: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVxnu5R3vws] [Baghdad Arc's opening: https://youtu.be/GwJIJ2Kn0FI] [Two Heavens Arc's opening: https://youtu.be/NO1C0ngBVjg] [Ending: https://youtu.be/1wQ_aJVFhx0] -----------------------Updates-------------------------- Updated weekly, 2 chapters on weekends. Please don't let the first paragraphs fool you. This isn't a story from the first person's POV.

In the underground city where humanity clings to survival, Martina lives as a humble trader, moving between sections of the city to make ends meet. Though she dreams of something beyond the damp earth walls, she has long accepted the reality of life beneath the surface. But everything changes when, during a routine journey, she comes face to face with one of the monsters humanity fears the most—a mutant. The encounter is fatal. She dies. And then, she wakes up. What should have been the end becomes an unexplainable miracle. But instead of celebrating her survival, the government brands her a threat, believing she has become one of the creatures they seek to eradicate. Hunted and imprisoned, she faces a grim fate—until they fail to prove she is a mutant. Left with no other explanation, the rumors began. The chosen one. A figure of prophecy. The only hope to save humanity. Forced into a war she never asked for, Martina must uncover the truth behind her revival and what it truly means to be a hero. But as she learns more about the world she thought she understood, she begins to question whether humanity’s greatest enemy is the monsters above… or the people below. ________ Supposedly the mc should be a male but since I've only seen few dark fantasy stories with a female lead, I'm giving this one to a woman. Trust me with this one tho. ‡‡

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be known that this book wouldn't have made it this far without the support my dear writing buddy Rachel E. Canton who is a great writer of SINS OF THE SERAPHIM - https://www.webnovel.com/book/sins-of-the-seraphim_26438336605116805 and Derek J. Perna To Rachel & Derek, Thank you for everything! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When the last heir of Ardel lost everything, fate would bring her to her rightful protector. Anna Adhemar, the forgotten princess, found herself betrayed by the Regent. Hunted by the Bargesians and the ruthless slave traders, she desperately fled for her life. Rescued by a mysterious man, her newfound safety was short-lived as she succumbed to a potent aphrodisiac. Then, she awoke in the arms of the fearsome Knight Commander of Gerhard, stripped bare, in a foreign kingdom. Fear, confusion, and a sense of profound devastation enveloped her. But the man before her declared, "I am your husband. I married you last night." Then, with unwavering determination, he vowed, " You're my woman now. No one can hurt my woman." --- Kyren Raychard, the Crown Prince who had chosen to forsake the throne and became celibate, led the Knights of Gerhard to safeguard his kingdom’s border from slave trading activities. Outside his camp, he found Anna poisoned and delirious. The healer informed him of the only cure, of which he must race against time to give and honour her. For the first time, he felt an overwhelming instinct to protect and claim her as his own. Unaware of his deepening affection, he belatedly realised his feelings as he stood on the brink of losing her. Bound by a soul-binding spell, their fates intertwined…

Jasmine's War is a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and survival. Jasmine, a resilient young woman living a quiet life on her family farm, is content with the simplicity of her world—until a mysterious soldier named Caden arrives, carrying the weight of a dangerous secret. As a deserter from the king’s army, Caden is a man on the run, haunted by his past and hunted by the king’s relentless soldiers. Seeking refuge, he finds solace in Jasmine’s kindness, and over time, the two form a bond that transcends the chaos of the world outside. But as their connection deepens, so does the danger surrounding them. With soldiers closing in and a treacherous war looming, Jasmine and Caden must prepare to defend their home and their love. As they fight to protect one another, their world is turned upside down by the harsh realities of survival. In the midst of war, they are forced to confront their deepest fears, the horrors of the battlefield, and the difficult choices that could change the course of their lives forever. In a story where trust is as fragile as peace and love can be as dangerous as any battle, Jasmine and Caden must navigate the thin line between hope and despair, knowing that the ultimate war may not be on the battlefield, but within their heart

Daisy Pemberton is the CEO of Rapt Media, an international publishing company. She has dedicated her whole life to work and made many enemies in her rise to international business sensation. Now that she is at the top, she can finally take a break, marry her fiancé, and enjoy the fortune she made. As she is preparing for her wedding, Rapt Media undergoes a hostile take over initiated by none other that her fiancé and her best friend. Betrayed and left for dead in the desert, she is rescued by the head of the criminal underground. But can she let herself be the woman of a man known to kill anyone who crosses him? And why does he look so familiar? **image generated by starryai

The story of Banou starts in Persian. She was a princess in Persian. On the day of her wedding, her husband to be was accused of being a traitor and the entire family to be excused and exiled. She and her maid are sent out of the capital to be sold as slaves. On the silk route, at an inn. She met a young trader and became his sex slave. He bough them to Tang dynasty. He turn out to be a Prince with his own harem. She begin her life her life in china and learn everything from scratch. She even give birth to 2 sons. Later she was recognised by the Persian envoy. With he demand she retain back her title as princess and she married another prince. With him, they start a family if many children. However when the sultan is dying she is the remaining daughter to return back to her father to take the throne.

Elysia's life is shattered when a devastating fire claims her parents. Seeking refuge with her only remaining family, her uncle, she is betrayed and sold to slave traders. Her fate seems sealed when the Dragon lord buys her, but Elysia is determined to escape. On the run and desperate, Elysia crosses path with the Dragon King, Azrael—a powerful and ruthless king, known for his strength, dominance and power. With nowhere else to turn, Elysia pleads for his protection, offering anything in return. Intrigued by her cournage, Azrael makes a bold choice.... he claims her as his pet. As time goes by, a forbidden attraction begins to bloom between them. But just as passion ignites, a dangerous secret is revealed that threatens to shatter everything they’ve built Meanwhile, in the shadows of Valeria, a powerful enemy lurks in the dark, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. --- EXCERPT --- Azrael’s gaze burned into Elysia, his lips curving into a wicked smile as he closed the distance between them. His fingers, firm but teasing, gripped her waist, pulling her against his body. “Do you know what happens to those who defy me, little pet?” His voice was low, dripping with dark amusement. He leaned down, his lips hovering just above hers, close enough for her to feel his breath but not close enough to touch. “They beg.”Elysia’s pulse quickened, her breath catching as her body betrayed the fear melting into something far more dangerous. Her lips parted, but no words came out. "You're mine, Elysia, I will burn the world for you." She heard him say in a low growl, making her legs tremble more.

In a world ravaged by corruption and desolation, nine strangers from mysterious origins awaken in the heart of a black desert, with no memory of how they got there. Each carries extraordinary abilities, but also secrets that make them distrust one another. Forced to survive in a hostile environment where time and space are manipulated by dark forces, they must learn to work together—or perish.

Corrupted System Activating… Host: Zane Age: 0/20 Cultivation: None Skill: None Mission: Find Missing System Parts Reward: Voice Feature and More ————— Zane, once a ruthless mafia boss, met his end through poison. But when he opened his eyes again, he found himself reborn, with a broken system and a cruel fate. He had only 20 years to live. Before he could even process his situation, his beautiful sexy mother abandoned him. As if that wasn’t enough, he was thrown into the middle of a deadly desert, left to starve or be devoured by the monsters lurking beneath the sands. Abandoned, Betrayed, powerless will Zane be able to survive, uncover the truth, and reclaim what was stolen from him? ————— Here are some additional tags: - Reincarnation - Corrupted System - Betrayal - Sect Building - Monsters & Beasts - Scheming MC - Overpowered Potential - Cruel World - Revenge - Beautiful Step Sister - Body Refining - Hidden Bloodline... What other tags should I add?

In the scorching deserts of Solara, a once-great kingdom now ruled by the tyrannical House Blackthorn, Evelyn Ashford is the daughter of a disgraced general. When her family is framed for treason by the crown prince, Caelum Blackthorn, Evie watches helplessly as her father is executed, her mother and brother dies in exile. Left to die in the barren wastelands, Evie discovers the Ashen Crown, an ancient relic tied to the lost kingdom of Erythra. The crown grants her the power to manipulate fire and ash—but it feeds on her rage and sorrow, threatening to consume her entirely. With the crown’s power, Evie regresses to the day before her family’s downfall, determined to rewrite their fate.

In the harsh expanse of Neo-Arizona's desert, Eli and his bounty hunters tread a perilous path, haunted by their past. Bound by a shared history, justice, and redemption intertwine as alliances are tested and loyalties strained. How will he fare when Ghosts return from being mere legends?

Six months later after the first infection, the human population decreased and is larger than it was in the beginning of the first month. Zombies have killed a lot of humans all around the world, making countries extinct, places becoming deserted from humans, and animal species that were categorized as extinct disappeared in the blink of an eye, where dogs and cats have started to become extinct species as the days go by. But, even if the human population has decreased, there’s still hope for a better tomorrow. Chapters will be released later this year.

In a world where Science meets the Arcane, a time where the surreal bridges upon the factual, an Era in which the physical and metaphysical unify against one common threat. This threat can be seen anywhere, from outside the cottage of a man who struggles with his own isolation, shouting "I cannot be taken yet, for hope has not deserted me!!!" or in the tranquil embrace of nature, where a young man lives among the roots and vines thinking "The Mother of Roots will surely save me", only to find themselves vanished anyhow. Whether meek or the pinnacle of excellence all seems to fade when the "Outers" walk the soils. Explore the world of Alter-Grey in all its facets and uncover mysteries beyond comprehension, knowledge so pure that you might as well be fiction in its suffocating truths, sometimes curiosity is not sated only to kill the cat, but instead uses it to unravel everything. So I ask you this, are you curious enough to brave the Outer? Are you strange to the ways of man or are you mundane? either way I suppose it doesn't really matter. Join a select few Astrals on this journey and see how far the strings of fate take you.

In the middle of a deserted island, a small boy wakes up with two sets of memories: one from his few years of life and the other from a man who lived to adulthood and achieved great things. When he least expected it, a powerful master appeared on the island and took him in as a disciple, revealing a shocking fact: magic exists in that world, and, thanks to it, humanity managed to conquer the galaxy. If you like it, you can support me on patreon.com/lordanl and get up to 10 advanced chapters.

Mercurius Ernesh, the eldest son of the Emperor of this world, Methuselah Ernesh, was a unique figure. His father, the leader of the Ernesh bloodline and the emperor of the world, was so feared that people would get a heart attack just by hearing his name. Mercurius had four brothers, each with an evil mindset and a cruel heart. However, Mercurius was the complete opposite; he had a good and kind heart. This was the reason why his father hated him. Methuselah always wanted his sons to become kings, rule over the world, and instill fear in everyone. Although Mercurius was the eldest brother, he did not love his father and mother because he was always forced to be a warrior. Mercurius disliked fighting and living a royal life by killing others. In the Ernesh family, everyone had amazing magical powers. His father, Methuselah, could control the weather and seas, and each of his brothers had unique and interesting powers. Unfortunately, Mercurius was born without a drop of magic power. This is why his father called him a failed creation and always locked him up in a jail where aggressive magical beasts were kept. Despite this, Mercurius was a kind man who thanked God for everything he had and never blamed God for not giving him any powers. He did not regret a bit that he lacked power. Mercurius was an example of stoicism and pacifism. After he was walking away from home, he wanted to find the gods and make one his wish fulfill,his only wish is that he can Reincarnate in a nation or a country where no war and no slave traders,but unfortunately he died and was reincarnated with a whole new personality. ??after this in the chapter 1

The tale begins in a divine realm, where three deities—Kokou, Plutonia, and Ra—are mourning a tragic event that occurred three million years ago, an event that still weighs heavily on them. This mysterious tragedy has left the gods and demons divided, with many harboring hatred and regret. In the mortal realm, the story shifts to the Omi Kingdom, where two young brothers, Kor and Gor Kindel, are being prepared for a brutal test of strength by their cold and ruthless father, Bale Kindel. The test, resulted in Kor sacrificing himself to save Gor, triggering Gor's despair and awakening a cursed power within him. In another place Thia Leye, a young girl from a small village who, after witnessing the brutal death of her family and being captured by slavers, summons a dark curse in a desperate bid to survive. Meanwhile, in the Wize Kingdom, Prince Kin Orun struggles with his responsibilities and the betrayal of his step-uncle, who seizes the throne. The once-pampered prince is forced to flee into the desert, where he faces the harsh realities of life and ended up awakening an equally insidious curse as the previous two. The story intertwines these characters' fates, as they each grapple with their own battles, both internal and external, against forces far greater than themselves. As they confront their destinies, the lines between gods, demons, and mortals blur, leading to a climactic confrontation where the true nature of power, revenge, and redemption is revealed.

In the vast desert kingdom of Aramun, an ancient oasis shrouded in legend promises unparalleled power to those brave enough to uncover its secrets. When an enigmatic scholar, a skilled nomad, and a disgraced prince cross paths in their search for the Shaded Oasis, they find themselves entangled in a web of conspiracies, mystical trials, and personal revelations. The journey not only unearths the mysteries of the oasis but also reveals truths about themselves and their intertwined destinies.

"So... well... I died as it seems? Then I woke up as a character from an online science fiction game... And the craziest thing was that I was in my personal spaceship... Aside from that, I have this weird gaming system bugging me with missions and stuff... So... finally, something interesting happened in my life at last. At least now, I am unbound by anything and can do as I wish." - Acturus Al-Yesod Crawford "In the grim darkness of the endless space, there is only one sole constant that has ruled the space since immemorial, that dictated the life and death, the order and chaos of every single living being. Power. This is the story of one of the most controversial people in the history of the Known Universe, Arcturus Al-Yesod Crawford, the Star Mercenary, Bounty Hunter, Trader and many other titles..." - Prologue Chronicles of the Known Universe: Chapter Star Citizen, Star Date: Unknown *** Tags: Aliens, Androids, Army, Army Building, Automatons, Assassins, Artificial Intelligence, Cosmic Wars, Fleet Battles, Futuristic Setting, Male Protagonist, Mercenaries, Monsters, Outer Space, Nobles, Late Romance, Slow Romance, Money Grubber, Supernatural Powers, Psychic Powers, System, Game Elements, Strategic Battles, Strong to Stronger, Transported into a Game World, Wars, Evolution, Genetic Modifications, Industrialization, Military, Politics, Poor to Rich, Strength-Based Social Hierarchy, Time Skip

Arian van Elod, rightful heir to the Elodian empire has lost everything. With his honor and pride stripped away, his father, the emperor, exiles him to the very edges of the empire. There, in a desert, far away from any civilization a crumbling beast-academy is located- the last hope for the empire's scum to receive some form of education. Arian has already given up all hope... for the students, as well as for himself, as he tumbles closer and closer to despair. And yet, somewhere in his heart, there is still the whish to regain everything he had lost...

Tom Scott never intended to become a hero. Accidentally summoned to another world after the true hero had already arrived, he was left to carve his own path. Over the years, his incredible skill and tenacity earned him the title of an S-class adventurer, celebrated and respected across the land. But after a decade of relentless quests and battles, Tom yearns for peace. Memories of a serene countryside—its lush green forests, golden wheat fields, and a tranquil lake—call out to him. Determined to leave the chaos behind, he sets his sights on this idyllic haven to start a new chapter in life. Yet, even in retirement, the world has a way of pulling adventurers back into its fold. Can Tom truly find the quiet life he seeks, or will his past follow him to the countryside? author's note: I have used that name so redundantly on my reruns of Stardew Valley

In the heart of the Azure Star Continent lies the legendary Celestial Clan, rulers of an unbroken legacy of power, wealth, and influence. At its helm stands Xian Tianyang, a prodigy born with unparalleled talent and destined to inherit the mantle of leadership. Calm, calculating, and relentless, Tianyang has forged a reputation as an unshakable force, a young master whose genius is rivaled only by his ambition. But the path to supremacy is fraught with danger. In a continent where alliances shift like desert sands and rival factions sharpen their blades, Tianyang must navigate a world of intrigue and betrayal. When his childhood fiancée, Lin Yuqing, the “Blooming Empress” of the Eternal Bloom Clan, enters his life, their union threatens to spark both alliances and rivalries that could reshape the continent. With ancient secrets lurking in the shadows, enemies plotting from every corner, and the weight of his family’s legacy on his shoulders, Tianyang must prove that he is more than just a prodigy—he is the heir to the Celestial Throne. Will their fates intertwine as destined rulers, or will the fires of ambition and duty tear them apart? Prepare for a tale of genius, power, and forbidden emotions, where every choice has the power to change the fate of nations. Disclaimer! Please read Auxiliary volume 0 & important information at the end of some chapters, to better understand the setting, characters, techniques, cultivation realms, bloodlines, beast levels & contracts.

Be part of Midas' story as he adventurers into uncharted worlds, finiding himself in a barren desert, sure he lost any memories of his past self. He travels through the world he got stuck in, evolving his character, meeting new people, surviving, and being thrown into dramatic fights. Trying to get back what he lost on his way into this foreign world.

In a future where scarcity is a thing of the past, information is the most valuable asset. A powerful organization, known as the Guild, dictates its movement, ensuring their grip remains unchallenged. Opposing them, the Seekers fight to dismantle that monopoly. But when one of their own infiltrates the Guild, the balance is shattered—sending shockwaves across the galaxy.

I didn't wish for it yet it happened. Will I be alive or dead.? I don't even know if it's the god or devil who is so bored they are playing with me. I am in confusion . I tread on corpses, irons, steels, deserts and so many other place yet I could not find the reason why I am doing this. Is it because of my heart to conquer what others deemed impossible or immoral. Or is it just to satisfy my heart of a Gamer. ... ... ... I would love if I can continue a lot of it but I need Motivation for this. What'll Motivate me is your Views and if you read it and enjoy it. What would a chef would love to see in the customer ! It is the face they make when they enjoy the food. It's the same for me. Except that I don't Cook but write stories.