"This fragrance is so captivating; I have never smelled such a rich aroma before."
"I feel like nothing I've ever eaten before can compare to what I've seen today. I wonder if Tianxianglou will ever make what the princess made today again."
"Both of them look like they have excellent cooking skills, so who will be the final winner?"
More and more onlookers gathered around, speculating and guessing who would win the round.
Some praised Xu Yuehuai's delicious fish for its unique flavor and creative presentation; others praised the roasted lamb leg from the Challenger of the Underworld Kingdom for its enticing aroma and mouthwatering taste.
Even Qi Guze brought Qi Ziang, Qi Zixin, and Tie Chunsheng to watch the match. They sat in a private box and could see the game outside through the window.
"Mom's cooking looks so good and tastes so good, I really want to try it right now!" Qi Zixin lingered by the window, her mouth practically watering.
"Of course, Mother's cooking is sure to be absolutely delicious." Qi Zi'ang's eyes were full of anticipation.
When they saw Xu Yuehuai's delicious fish, Qi Ziang and Qi Zixin applauded and cheered, while Tie Chunsheng couldn't help but praise it.
"This roasted lamb leg from the challenger of the Dark Moon Kingdom looks pretty good too. It's no wonder it's one of their country's signature dishes." Tie Chunsheng stared intently at the roasted lamb leg, as if the longer he stared, the sooner he could eat it.
When they saw the roasted lamb leg from the challenger from the Dark Moon Kingdom, they all nodded in approval.
As the game progressed, the aroma in the air grew stronger and stronger, making everyone's mouths water.
However, the audience was also buzzing with discussion, and no one seemed to be able to give a definite answer as to who would win this culinary showdown.
"Who will ultimately win? It's really a close call," a spectator murmured.
“I think the princess is definitely the most successful. Can’t you smell the various fragrances in the air?” another audience member retorted.
"People from the Underworld often make roasted lamb legs, so what he made can hardly be considered a delicacy," someone else commented dismissively.
"Exactly, the roasted lamb leg looks so greasy, why even bother putting it on the table? Does he have nothing else to offer?" Questions arose one after another.
As Xu Yuehuai and the challenger from the Underworld Kingdom neared completion of their works, a clear division began to emerge among the surrounding crowd. Each side sided with their chosen contestant, their tension palpable as the outcome was about to be revealed.
"My dish is finished. This is the Delicious Fish." Xu Yuehuai smiled and waved, signaling the waiter to bring her Delicious Fish to the table for the three judges to taste.
Immediately afterwards, the roasted lamb leg of the challenger from the Dark Moon Kingdom was carefully carried onto the table and placed in front of the three judges.
The three judges looked at the two completely different dishes with anticipation in their eyes. They each picked up their chopsticks and carefully tasted them.
When they tasted the roasted lamb leg from the challengers of the Underworld Kingdom, their expressions didn't change much, and they didn't seem to be very surprised.
However, when they tasted Xu Yuehuai's delicious fish, their expressions froze instantly, followed by a delighted smile spreading across their faces.
Seeing this, the surrounding audience immediately understood that the scales of victory seemed to have tipped in Xu Yuehuai's favor once again.
After a fierce competition and tasting, the three judges took to the stage again to evaluate the dishes. They each explained their opinions on the two dishes, and finally, the eldest judge gave a summary.
"The sour, sweet, bitter and spicy flavors of the fish intertwine on the taste buds, as if allowing one to savor the myriad aspects of life," the judge praised. "While the roasted lamb leg is fragrant and tender, it is somewhat monotonous in comparison. The princess's dish is not only unique in flavor and full of creativity, but also demonstrates her profound understanding of culinary arts and her superb skills."
"Therefore, the ultimate victor is—the Princess!"
Upon hearing the news, Xu Yuehuai's face lit up with a bright smile.
"Thank you everyone for liking my dishes. I am honored to have won the final victory."
"Although the challengers from the Moon Kingdom did not win this time, we were able to taste other more unique dishes. This was a friendly exchange and competition between our two countries."
"I hope we can continue this friendly activity in the future."
She bowed to everyone present in gratitude, her eyes sparkling with confidence and joy, as if the whole world was in her grasp.
"Queen of the Great Zhou Kingdom, you are right. I hope the friendship between our two countries will last forever!"
Although the challenger from the Dark Moon Kingdom was defeated, he still congratulated and respected Xu Yuehuai. He knew he had lost to a true culinary master, and this defeat made him admire Xu Yuehuai's cooking skills even more.
"So this is the Delicious Fish! It truly is an exquisite delicacy that makes you want to eat more."
"Your Highness, please put this delicious fish dish on the menu quickly! We'd love to come to Tianxiang Restaurant to try it again!"
"Hurry up and prepare more, this is not enough to eat at all."
"Your Highness! Will we be able to enjoy the dishes you prepared today at Tianxiang Restaurant in the future?"
The remaining dishes were distributed to the audience for tasting, and Xu Yuehuai's "Exquisite Fish" received unanimous praise. They all said they had never tasted such a unique and delicious dish before, and they were full of praise for Xu Yuehuai's culinary skills.
"If everyone likes it, I will immediately arrange for the kitchen staff to learn and cook it."
"From now on, you can also enjoy all the dishes from today at the Heavenly Pavilion, including the dishes that the challengers from the Underworld Kingdom prepared today."
"I think you would also like to stay and be a guest at our Tianxiang Restaurant for a while, wouldn't you?"
Xu Yuehuai looked at the challenger from the Dark Moon Kingdom opposite her, and the man immediately nodded.
"It would be my honor. If the Princess extends such a warm invitation, I must stay."
The excitement of the competition quickly spread throughout the capital, and people were discussing Xu Yuehuai's culinary skills and her outstanding performance in the competition.
"As expected, our Great Zhou Kingdom is superior."
"It's all thanks to the Princess."
"The princess is amazing."
However, just as everyone was immersed in joy and celebration, new challenges and opportunities quietly arrived.
"Aaaaah! Xu Yuehuai, you—you shouldn't be alive!"
The unexpected happened like lightning. The challenger from the Underworld Kingdom suddenly went berserk, charging madly at Xu Yuehuai. His eyes were filled with anger and madness, as if he wanted to pour all his resentment onto Xu Yuehuai.
"Warrior of the Dark Moon Kingdom, what has happened to you?"
"Weren't we having a good talk just now? If you don't want to, you don't have to attack people!"
Xu Yuehuai felt a chill run down her spine, but she did not back down. Instead, she reacted quickly, preparing to meet the sudden attack.
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