725 Chapter 725: Don’t Talk Nonsense. I’m in a Hurry. (1/2)

Netherworld

In a deep gorge that looked as if it was slashed open by terrifying sword energy, a solemn, magnificent, fierce, and tall palace stood.

That palace had distinctive edges and corners, with many cold iron poles jutting up into the sky like killing swords. Those poles were linked together by cold and heavy iron chains.

It was the Nether King Palace. The palace was situated in a corner of the Netherworld, where it was so isolated that you could net sparrows at the door.

The massive metal doors of the great hall were pushed open. Slowly, with the squeaking of the heavy doors, the cold but clear light flooded, illuminating dots on the ground that looked like broken gold.

Old Tie had white hair, but he looked a little childish. He was carrying a tray with washed, fresh spirit fruits, carefully entering the palace. He slowly walked to the high throne, where an imposing figure sat.

”Nether King, Your Highness... I serve you food,” Old Tie respectfully said as he brought the spirit fruits before the Nether King, whose back was faced toward him.

Since he had returned, the Nether King was always upset. It made Old Tie worried, and he had tried many things to cheer him up.

Only the two of them, Old Tie and the Nether King, lived in this spacious Nether King Palace. Being the closest servant of the king, he must shoulder the responsibility to make him happy.

Old Tie had called for a while, but the Nether King didn't answer him. It made Old Tie's heart race.

”Nether King, Your Highness?” Old Tie called one more time, but still, the Nether King remained silent.

Old Tie was worried. He lifted his head and carried the tray of spirit fruits, stomping toward the high throne.

All of a sudden, a bright light flashed.

Old Tie paled. His jaw dropped as he clutched his face, letting go of the tray he was holding. The spirit fruits fell and rolled on the ground.

”My King... Where's he?!” Old Tie was so bewildered.

Instead of the Nether King, a black-armored iron puppet was sitting on the throne. It got a smiley face as its head was shaking continuously.

Looking at that ridiculous smiley face, Old Tie looked as though he got constipation. At that moment, he knew that His Highness, the Nether King, had run away again!

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Endless Sea Territory, Hidden Dragon Continent

An enormous whirlpool appeared and soared up into the sky like a dragon. Shortly, in the middle of the water dragon, the energy of some array diffused.

Boom!

The water dragon exploded, revealing a teleportation array. A figure was crouching on the array with his butt facing the sky. His face looked as if he didn't want to continue this life anymore.

This man was Nether King Er Ha, who had just sneaked out of the Nether King Palace.

At this moment, Er Ha, with his butt up high, got a bony face with two dark circles under his eyes. He didn't have much flesh on his face as his cheeks shrank.

Turning around, the Nether King sat up from the teleportation array. He scratched his head, exhaling gently. He didn't look as if he got high spirits at all.

”Spicy Strips... I need Spicy Strips...” he mumbled, his eyes blurred. Then, he got up and stepped out of the array.

As soon as he got out of the array, he fell from the dozen-meter-high array in the sky.

Boom! Splash! Splash!

The strong wind came, blowing the Nether King's hair continually.

”Without Spicy Strips... I can't even walk...” While falling, the Nether King sighed and moaned.

Roar!

All of a sudden, a bestial roaring suddenly echoed. The sea surged instantly, and a dark shadow appeared right at the spot where the Nether King had just fallen.

Then, a terrifying marine spirit beast arose from the sea surface. It opened its giant mouth, showcasing rows of sharp teeth. It was waiting for the Nether King to fall into its mouth.

It looked so hopeful.

On the other hand, the Nether King, with black circles under his eyes, looked serious. He opened his eyes a little bit, rose one hand, and patted.

After a while…

The Nether King yawned, sitting cross-legged on the back of the marine spirit beast. The latter's face was swollen, a result of the slap he had just given it earlier. The seawater splashed behind the beast as it was swimming fast away.

”My dear, delicious Spicy Strips, your handsome Nether King, His Highness, is here.” The Nether King smacked his lips. Looking at the Endless Sea Territory, he became excited.

Surf the wind and cross the sea... to meet Spicy Strips.

Except for the Nether King, no one in their right mind would do that.

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Valley of Gluttony, Hidden Dragon Royal Court

In the spacious square of the Glutton God's Building, two stove stations were completely installed. The cooking ingredients were arranged by the stoves for the two chefs.

Wenren Chou got a marine spirit beast fish that looked like a wild buffalo. Since their cooking ingredients had the same level, what was about to be tested was their own cooking skills.

As for Bu Fang, he had chosen a normal size fish. However, from its look, don't think that it was just a normal fish. Actually, this fish was the cruel overlord of an entire sea region.

It was the Thunderbolt Roaming Fish in the sea. While swimming around, it would release lightning bolts, which was strong enough to electrocute a normal spirit beast.

And this tough cooking ingredient was the one Bu Fang had chosen.

The Valley of Gluttony was the holy land of chefs. Although it was situated in the central land of the continent right at the border of the Hidden Dragon Royal Court, besides being self-sufficient, it could buy a lot of cooking ingredients from the sea territories. Those fresh marine spirit beasts were purchased just like that.

After paying attention to the ingredients, people began to anticipate the cooking battle between the two.

Actually, many people knew Wenren Chou. He was Chu Changsheng's student, and he was really upset when he got defeated by a chef outside the valley. But today, unexpectedly, he showed up in the arena again. Moreover, some understood that it was a battle between the two resentful opponents.

Bu Fang was the chef who had defeated Wenren Chou in the previous battle. Today, Wenren Chou challenged Bu Fang to wash away the disgrace he got.

What a touching story that could motivate people!

While they were watching Wenren Chou prepare the marine spirit beast, they didn't know why they suddenly felt excited.

By the side of the arena were five seats. Chu Changsheng and the Sixth Elder sat there together with the three chefs that topped the Tablet of Gluttony, Yan Yu, Mu Cheng, and Liu Jiali. Since they were the top three chefs, they were qualified to take such a high seat.