"Mr. Lin, your knife skills are truly amazing!"

Qian Xiaoxiao, the former rich heiress, didn't care about her manners at this moment. Her big eyes were fixed on the slices of meat in Lin Feng's hand, her small mouth was slightly open, and she was about to drool.

Lin Feng smiled slightly, finished cutting the last plate of meat, and pointed to the various wild vegetables in the large wooden basins next to him: "These are all freshly picked from the valley this afternoon. There are refreshing 'ice crystal vegetables,' crisp 'coiled dragon fern,' and 'ear mushrooms' with a hint of sweetness... Please help yourselves."

These wild vegetables, bathed in the light of the sun-ringed tree, are tender green, glossy purple, and translucent white, brimming with natural vitality.

The seasonings, in particular, are quite ingenious.

Lin Feng used a stone mill to grind the previously collected sesame-like "oil seeds," then slowly roasted them over a low flame, pressing out a golden-yellow homemade sesame oil with a rich nutty aroma.

Next to it were crushed wild chili powder, a few pieces of "fire pepper fruit" that had been slightly roasted over a flame and exuded a spicy aroma, and some dried and ground mushrooms to enhance the flavor.

Qin Lan was calmly opening a small jar of homemade fruit wine.

This wine is made from a type of red berry picked near the shelter. It has a ruby-like color and a sweet and sour fruity aroma with a hint of alcohol.

"Mr. Lin, please try my newly brewed 'Red Pearl Wine'. The fermentation time this time was just right."

She wore a well-fitting animal skin outfit that accentuated her mature and capable figure, and her brows carried a calm and reassuring air.

Su Wanqing, a former A-list actress, carefully adjusted her non-existent shawl, her eyes filled with longing for food, yet she tried her best to maintain the last shred of the dignity that belongs to a star.

"Tangbao," once a cute and popular internet celebrity, presents a completely different picture.

Holding a small wooden bowl, her eyes widened in amazement: "Wow! It smells so good! Brother Lin Feng, this meat looks delicious! It's even prettier than the A5 Wagyu beef I've had before!"

School beauty Shen Jiaqi sat quietly to the side, carefully helping Qin Lan distribute wooden chopsticks and bowls.

She wore a plain-colored long dress made of soft animal hides, simple yet elegant.

The moonlight-like glow of the sunflower tree shone on her beautiful face, making her look like a fairy who had stepped out of a painting.

Looking at the steaming scene before her, a gentle smile involuntarily crept onto her lips.

Meanwhile, Ruan Mengtian, the "ceiling of pure desire" anchor, was staring intently at Lin Feng with her large, watery peach blossom eyes.

Her lips were slightly pouting, giving her a natural, innocent charm. She wore a relatively tight-fitting fur coat that showed off her beautiful figure.

Her voice was soft and sweet: "Brother Lin Feng, you are so good to us...you even prepared such a sumptuous dinner for us."

Lin Feng waved his hand and said with great enthusiasm, "Today is a day worth celebrating. I'm so happy that Ling Feng and Zhui Yue are growing up so fast. Come on, stop looking and let's eat!"

At his command, the crowd, who had been waiting impatiently, picked up their chopsticks.

"I'll go first! I'll go first!"

Tang Bao was the first to reach for the most tempting plate of mutton with her chopsticks. She picked up a thin slice of meat and, imitating Lin Feng, gently dipped it a few times in the boiling broth.

"Just a slight change in color, about seven or eight up and down," Lin Feng reminded with a smile.

The slices of meat quickly unfurled in the milky white broth, turning from bright red to an enticing pinkish-white.

Tang Bao couldn't wait to scoop the meat slices out of the pot, and without even bothering to dip them in the sauce, she stuffed them directly into her mouth.

"Hmm!"

A sound of utter satisfaction escaped her lips.

Her big eyes narrowed into slits instantly, and her little head bobbed happily back and forth.

"So delicious! It's so delicious! Brother Lin Feng, this mutton isn't gamey at all, it's so tender and smooth, and... and the soup is amazing too! It's fragrant and spicy, so satisfying!"

She mumbled her praises, her cheeks flushed from the heat and excitement, like ripe apples.

Su Wanqing's lips twitched as she watched Tang Bao eat without any regard for decorum, but the hunger in her stomach and the enticing aroma made her forget all about manners.

She carefully picked up a piece of mutton, elegantly dipped it in the pot, gently blew on it, and then put it in her mouth.

The next second, even this female celebrity, who was used to grand occasions and had tasted countless delicacies, couldn't help but widen her beautiful eyes and reveal an expression of disbelief.

The tenderness of the mutton, the richness of the broth, the slight spiciness of the wild spices, and the unique flavor created by the interweaving of various spices overwhelmed her taste buds like a tidal wave.

This was a raw, pure, yet incredibly domineering culinary experience that she had never experienced in any Michelin-starred restaurant on Earth.

"This...this is simply..."

For a moment, she couldn't find the right words to describe it, and could only offer a heartfelt exclamation:

"It's so delicious!"

After saying that, she no longer cared about being reserved and quickly picked up the second slice.

Qin Lan and Shen Jiaqi exchanged a smile and joined the "battle".

Qin Lan's movements were steady, and she precisely picked up the ingredients she wanted with each chopstick, cooking them for just the right amount of time.

Shen Jiaqi, on the other hand, appeared much more refined, sipping her food in small bites and occasionally letting out a satisfied sigh.

Qian Xiaoxiao was even more unrestrained, directly picking up a large chopstick of mutton and putting it into the pot. While cooking, she said to Lin Feng, "Mr. Lin, you are a genius! This kind of mutton would definitely be a top-notch ingredient on Earth! And this soup base is even more authentic than the one I ate at the most expensive hot pot restaurant before!"

She used to be a carnivore, but now she's found paradise.

Ruan Mengtian said in her unique, coquettish tone, "Brother Lin Feng, can you feed me a piece?"

She blinked her watery, peach-blossom eyes, her voice cloyingly sweet.

Lin Feng glanced at her coldly, and Ruan Mengtian immediately lowered her head, her face turning pale.

The courtyard was filled with steam and fragrant aromas.

The women's laughter and chatter mingled with the bubbling sounds of the pot, creating a beautiful symphony.

The soft light of the sun-wheel tree shone on everyone's faces, reflecting their contented and happy smiles.

The mutton was quickly devoured, and Lin Feng then gestured for everyone to try the wild vegetables.

"This ice crystal vegetable is refreshing to eat raw, but it will be even sweeter if you blanch it in a pot for a little while," Lin Feng explained.

Shen Jiaqi picked up a piece of translucent, emerald-like vegetable leaf, briefly dipped it in the boiling soup, and immediately scooped it out. The leaf curled slightly.

When she put it in her mouth, a sweet and crisp taste burst on her tongue, perfectly balancing the greasiness of the mutton.

"Mmm, it's really delicious, with a unique and refreshing aroma," she exclaimed.

Tang Bao was very interested in the twisted and spiraling "dragon fern". She picked one up and cooked it in the pot for a long time until it became soft and tender and absorbed the soup before taking a bite.

Wow! This bracken fern is so tender! And after absorbing the broth, the flavor is so rich!

Various wild vegetables are cooked in turn, each with its own unique flavor and texture.

Some are crisp, some are soft and chewy, some have a slightly bitter taste, and some have a sweet aftertaste.

Paired with an incredibly delicious broth and a variety of unique homemade seasonings, every bite is an ultimate enjoyment.

Qin Lan raised the wooden cup containing "Red Pearl Wine" to Lin Feng and said, "Mr. Lin, let me toast you. Thank you for everything you've done for us. Without you, we probably would have..."

She didn't finish her sentence, but the gratitude in her eyes was palpable.

Lin Feng also raised his glass and gently clinked it against hers: "As long as you listen to me, that's fine."

The wine, with its sweet and sour berry flavor and slight spiciness, glides into the stomach like a warm current, dispelling the last trace of chill.

Su Wanqing also raised her glass: "Mr. Lin, I also want to toast you. I used to think that those wilderness survival shows were all staged, but now I know how cruel the real wilderness is. It is you who gave us hope and support."

Her voice was slightly hoarse, but incredibly sincere.

For a moment, the atmosphere became somewhat sentimental.

They were all pitiful people who had suddenly fallen from the civilized world onto this barbaric alien planet, and everything they once possessed had vanished.

Lin Feng was like a lighthouse, guiding them through their despair.

Lin Feng waved his hand and laughed, "Let bygones be bygones. What we need to do now is focus on the future. Cheers!"

"cheers!"

The women responded in unison, and the crisp sound of clinking glasses echoed in the courtyard.

After several rounds of drinks and five courses of food,

People gradually started talking more.

Tangbao vividly described the funny things that happened when she did live broadcasts in the past, making everyone laugh.

Qian Xiaoxiao recalled the various lavish parties she used to attend, and compared them with her current life, she couldn't help but feel a lot of emotions: "I used to think that a bottle of red wine costing tens of thousands of yuan was just so-so, but now, being able to drink a sip of homemade fruit wine feels like a delicacy."

"It's true that it's easy to go from frugality to extravagance, but difficult to go from extravagance to frugality... No, it's more like, after going from extravagance to frugality, I've discovered that frugality has its own unique charm!"

As she spoke, she picked up another large mouthful of wild vegetables.

Su Wanqing softly hummed the theme song of the TV series she starred in; her voice was melodious and pleasant, carrying a hint of sadness.

Under the alien night sky, her singing possessed a unique magic, captivating everyone who heard it.

Shen Jiaqi listened quietly, occasionally adding wine and serving dishes to everyone.

Her gaze was gentle as water, and in her eyes as she looked at Lin Feng, there was a hint of dependence and admiration that was hard to detect.

Ruan Mengtian fully utilized her "pure and alluring" charm, occasionally using witty remarks to liven up the atmosphere.

The steam from the hot pot continued to rise, dispelling the chill of the night.

The glow of the sun-wheel wood is like an inextinguishable bonfire, warming the hearts of everyone.

The broth in the pot grew thicker and thicker, gathering the essence of all the ingredients.

The savory flavor of mutton, the fresh aroma of wild vegetables, the mellow sweetness of mushrooms, and the complex fragrance of various spices blend together perfectly, creating an irresistible and exquisite taste.

Even Wangcai, who had been on guard duty, was lured by the rich aroma and became restless. It would occasionally come closer to the table, rub its big head against Lin Feng's leg, and make low whimpering noises.

Lin Feng smiled and scooped a piece of lamb bone that had been cooked until it was soft and tender from the pot. After letting it cool slightly, he tossed it to Wangcai.

Wangcai immediately picked up the bone and went to the side to gnaw on it, the "crunch crunch" sound adding a lively background noise to the hot pot feast.

Time slips away unnoticed.

The ingredients in the pot were gradually reduced to almost nothing, and the women ate to their hearts' content, their faces beaming with a long-lost sense of ease and comfort.

"Ah, I'm so full!" Tang Bao patted her round little belly and let out a happy burp: "This is the happiest and most satisfying meal I've had since I came to this awful place!"

“Indeed,” Qin Lan nodded in agreement, “There’s meat, vegetables, wine, and such a great atmosphere… I really hope there can be more days like this.”

Lin Feng looked at their satisfied expressions and calmly stood up: "Alright, now you can tidy up."

As night deepened, the wind howled outside the courtyard, like the low growl of a wild beast.

But inside the courtyard, there was a sense of peace and warmth.

The sunwood still gleamed brightly, the remaining broth in the pot was still steaming, and the air was filled with the lingering aroma of food and a faint scent of fruit wine.

The women began to frantically clean up the mess.

Lin Feng went inside to check on Ling Feng and Zhui Yue.

The two little creatures slept soundly, their silvery-gray fur gleaming softly in the sunlight. Their breathing was steady, their chests rising and falling rhythmically.

He reached out and gently stroked Ling Feng's little head.

The little guy sensed something, let out a soft "chirp," and rubbed against Lin Feng's palm.

Lin Feng's lips involuntarily curled upwards.

This night was a celebration of hot pot, a solace for those who survived the ordeal, and a prelude to boundless hopes for the future.