In the afternoon, the scorching sun hung high in the sky. Sunlight filtered through mottled leaves, scattering across every corner of Taoyuan Village like shattered gold, draping the entire village in a dreamy golden veil.
The Xianweiju restaurant stood quietly amidst this interplay of light and shadow. Its rustic wooden structure exuded a faint scent of timber, as if recounting tales of bygone years. Though the vermilion doors and windows appeared slightly weathered by the passage of time, this only added a unique, historic charm to them. The sign at the entrance swayed gently in the breeze, emitting a soft, pleasant sound as if warmly greeting every passerby while whispering of the wondrous story about to unfold here.
Recall that during the village's reconstruction, a yamen runner had been unfortunately and severely injured. This sudden event, like a pebble dropped into a calm lake, stirred ripples in the hearts of Li Rufeng and his companions, inspiring them to develop a dish with healing properties. At that time, after the System issued the quest, Li Rufeng, Ayina, and Mei Yuxin immediately gathered around a wooden table inside Xianweiju, their expressions deeply focused as they began their discussion. Their eyes gleamed with determination and resolve, and thus the "battle" to create a magical healing delicacy commenced.
Chapter 347