jdhmnovel Chapter 176 Royal Chef Competition
Chapter 176 Royal Chef Competition
Boom boom boom boom boom~
In a huge square in the center of Xi'an, deafening drumbeats resounded throughout the city, and the drumbeats seemed to break through the clouds and reach the sky.
A large number of people came to watch and flocked here like a tide. Everyone was shocked by the magnificent scene before them.
All around him were densely packed soldiers with long swords on their waists and each of them holding a golden sign in their hands.
It sparkled brightly under the sunlight, with the words "National Imperial Chef Selection Competition" written on it in large strokes, which was particularly eye-catching.
In the center of the square, dozens of makeshift stoves were neatly arranged on both sides.
The stoves were built with newly cut wood and exuded a faint wood fragrance.
The firewood under the stove was burning vigorously, with sparks flying and crackling sounds.
On the top platform is a magnificent golden dragon throne, which is carved with exquisite patterns and looks lifelike.
A large number of palace maids stood on both sides, holding palace fans, gracefully, while the soldiers stood on both sides with their heads held high and chests puffed out.
Sitting on the dragon throne in the middle were a man in his 30s wearing a dragon robe and a woman in her 50s with a wrinkled face and wearing a phoenix robe.
The woman's face was covered with thick powder, but it still couldn't hide the traces of time. Her eyes were full of arrogance and pride.
It was Cixi and his son.
The people of Xi'an also cheered and talked after seeing Cixi and the emperor.
"Is this the current emperor? He's so handsome!"
When a 300-pound fairy with a gutter nose saw the emperor, her excited eyes seemed to turn into bright stars. She was so excited that her whole body was shaking and she couldn't wait to pounce on him.
The husband who was with the woman couldn't help but curl his lips and look disdainful when he saw this situation.
"What's there to envy about an emperor who is sidelined? The empress dowager is the real one, right?"
"Look at those eyes, one big and one small, look at that oval face, look at the stretch marks, and the wrinkles and freckles all over her face. This is what a woman should look like."
The man's voice was full of sarcasm and his expression was exaggerated.
As soon as these words were spoken, passers-by around looked at the two of them as if they were monsters, their eyes filled with shock and disgust.
"Brother, what are you looking at? Cixi is so ugly, isn't she even prettier than the girls in the brothel?" Someone couldn't help but retort, with anger in his voice.
"Yes, and besides, we are here to watch the cooking competition. Why are you always talking about Cixi and the emperor? If the soldiers around hear it, be careful that your entire family will be killed."
Another person echoed, a look of worry on his face.
The man who was being scolded put his hands on his hips, looked arrogant and confident, and shouted with his neck stiff.
"What are you afraid of? My wife and I are the only ones in my family. Besides, it's hard to say whether the unfortunate Empress Dowager Cixi can live to see that day!"
The people around were stunned for a moment, and then looked at each other with confusion. "Brother, do you know something?"
"Of course!" The middle-aged man raised his head, looking complacent, with a mysterious light flashing in his eyes.
"I heard the Eight-Nation Alliance has occupied the capital, and this old woman still has time to organize an imperial cooking competition here. The Qing Dynasty will fall sooner or later."
As soon as the sturdy man said this, those who were teasing him suddenly fell silent, their expressions indescribably lonely, and their eyes revealed confusion and worry about the future.
……
Just as the people at the scene were discussing, Lin Tian, Xiao Wu and Medusa sat down leisurely by the window on the second floor of an inn behind the crowd.
Here, you can clearly see all the conditions on the scene.
But Xiao Wu blinked her bright eyes and seemed a little puzzled by Lin Tian's behavior.
"Sir, that old woman is Empress Dowager Cixi. She's not easy to get along with, but didn't you say you were going to arrest her? Why don't you do it? What if this old woman escapes?"
Lin Tian smiled crookedly, his eyes revealing an unprecedented malicious intent that made people shudder.
"Why are you in such a hurry? Everyone isn't here yet. Doesn't this old thing like to eat? When everyone is here, I'm going to let this old witch eat in public..."
"After humiliating her, parade her all the way back to the capital, and then get rid of her in front of everyone." Lin Tian's voice was low and cold, like a verdict from hell.
"When the time comes, even if Tiandao doesn't show up, this world will be in our pocket." Lin Tian clenched his fists, his face showing a determined look, and his firm eyes seemed to be able to penetrate all obstacles.
And the game below also starts at this moment.
I saw a man in eunuch's clothes walking forward excitedly with a tin trumpet in his hand.
He walked briskly and had an ingratiating smile on his face.
"Welcome everyone to watch the Royal Chef Selection. It's noon now. I declare! The competition has officially begun. Please invite the contestants to the stage."
The eunuch's shrill voice echoed in the air with a unique rhythm.
Chefs also walked out from both sides. They were wearing white chef uniforms and tall chef hats, and their steps were firm and confident.
Lin Tian also saw Xiao Fugui, the protagonist of the original novel, his eyes full of concentration and determination.
As the game started, the scene became heated.
The rich aroma spreads around like invisible waves, arousing the appetite of many people.
The aroma has the freshness of roasted chicken, the sweetness of steamed fish, and the unique fragrance of a mixture of various vegetables and spices.
And Xiao Feidie did not disappoint Lin Tian.
Before long, he led many officials, nobles, landlords and businessmen from Xi'an here, making the lively scene even more lively.
The sounds of people talking and laughing mixed together to form a sea of noise.
Knowing that the time was almost right, Lin Tian stood up and walked down.
Xiao Wu and Medusa followed closely behind, their steps light and graceful.
The game was nearing its end, and just when the eunuch wanted to announce the end of the game.
The originally noisy scene suddenly became quiet for some reason, as if time had stopped at this moment.
The crowded crowd seemed to be controlled by a pair of invisible hands, spreading to both sides, and a wide passage appeared before their eyes.
Lin Tian and the two women walked in with big strides, and their footsteps were particularly clear in the silent square.
"What happened?"
This situation left everyone at the scene bewildered, with confusion and shock written all over everyone's face.
Cixi, who was sitting on the seat, frowned deeply, very unhappy with the behavior of Lin Tian and the other two. So she slapped the armrest and glanced viciously at the guards beside her.
"You're making such a big fuss, are you planning a rebellion? What are you still standing there for? Go and arrest those three people."
"Yes!"
Although the appearance of Lin Tian and the other two was very intimidating, the emperor's order was difficult to disobey, and the soldiers who received the order still rushed forward.
Of course, Lin Tian would not tolerate these people. He used his right hand to produce a machine gun.
Puff puff puff puff~
After pulling the trigger, bullets condensed from water elements were ejected, and the bullets passed by like meteors, accompanied by the sound of whistling wind.
These dozens of Qing soldiers were beaten into pieces, with blood splattering everywhere, it was a horrific sight.
"Who else!"
Lin Tian blew away the non-existent smoke from the muzzle of the gun, and raised the corners of his mouth, revealing a cold smile.
Then he strode forward, his steps firm and powerful, as if carrying an unstoppable momentum.
Seeing this, the remaining Qing soldiers immediately surrounded Cixi, their faces pale and their eyes full of fear.
At the same time, another group of people surrounded the three people from both sides.
Lin Tian was not polite about this.
The water elemental rifle with infinite bullets continues to fire.
Hundreds of Qing soldiers were shot like sieves, and their bodies fell like fallen leaves in the wind under the impact of bullets.
As for the soldiers blocking the road, none of them survived.
Then, in the shocked gazes of countless people, Lin Tian, who had dealt with all the soldiers, walked up the stairs and stood in front of a group of officials, the emperor, and Cixi.