jdhmnovel Chapter 216 It smells so good, can I drink your blood?
Chapter 216 It smells so good, can I drink your blood?
After returning from Atherton, Tronos mysteriously fiddled with things in his room for several days before handing Lin Shuwan a bottle of medicine.
"What is this?" Lin Shuwan looked at the greenish liquid in the bottle, and took a big step back with disgust and wariness.
Tronos shook the bottle, and bubbles rose from the bottom of the green liquid, causing Lin Shuwan to frown in disgust once again.
He seemed even more smug, with a hint of satisfaction in his eyes, and slowly said, "Taste restoration agent, which allows vampires to taste other foods besides blood, and also helps with digestion and decomposition."
"A taste restoration potion?" Lin Shuwan looked at him and then at the potion, approaching with a hint of disbelief. "For me?"
“I don’t have another vampire here.” Tronos handed her the bottle. “Try it.”
"Really?" Lin Shuwan sniffed the bottle, but there was no strange smell. Instead, it had a sweet fragrance, somewhat like green grape juice.
With that thought in mind, she no longer had any psychological barriers and drank the entire potion in one gulp. After finishing, she smacked her lips and commented, "I don't feel anything. Is this all I need?"
Tronos was surprised by her trust and casually handed her a cookie, saying, "Try this."
Lin Shuwan took a bite, her eyes lighting up. "I can really taste it! My God, you are the greatest wizard ever!"
After saying that, she stuffed the remaining half of the cookie into her mouth and rushed downstairs to the kitchen.
"Xiao Mu, salmon tartare, Lorraine savory pie, flame-flamed crepes... give me one of each of these today!"
Tronos, who was left behind after being "used and discarded," smiled good-naturedly, then leaned on the railing with one hand and lazily looked at the beautiful figure in the kitchen.
"Oh, right." After listing the dishes she wanted to eat, Lin Shuwan turned to look at Tronos, who was still on the second floor. "Dear Wizard, what would you like to eat today?"
"What, you want to cook for me yourself to repay me?" Tronos raised an eyebrow.
“Of course…” Lin Shuwan continued, drawing out the last word, “No, I don’t have that skill level, but I can help supervise the construction.”
"Then let's have salmon tartare, beef Lorraine savory tartare, and flame-flamed crepes..."
After reciting all the dishes Lin Shuwan had ordered, Tronos paused, his teasing tone growing even stronger, and said, "I don't want any of them, just a single steak will do."
Lin Shuwan nodded, then suddenly realized something, frowned and looked at him, saying, "You're not laughing at me for eating so much, are you?"
Tronos chuckled and denied it: "I didn't say that."
"Humph."
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In the days after regaining her sense of taste, Lin Shuwan became enthusiastic about tasting the various delicacies made by the puppet, and also liked to drag it around to try to create all sorts of strange and wonderful new products.
However, whether to thank Tronos for restoring her sense of taste or to retaliate for his teasing about her large appetite that day, Lin Shuwan would always invite him to taste the first bite of every new dish she created.
It has an amazing taste, but it also has some strange combinations.
After a few days of novelty, Lin Shuwan soon became restless again.
"Tronos~ This is a dessert that Xiaomu and I carefully researched, would you like to try it?"
Lin Shuwan moved closer to Tronos, pushed the plate in front of him, and seeing that he had taken a bite, she rested her chin on her hands and said in an exaggerated tone:
"I specifically asked Xiaomu to wrap the soft cheese inside the crispy crust, so that every bite has both a crispy texture and the aroma of cheese. Add some jam, and how about that? Isn't the flavor incredibly rich?"
The shortbread was made to bite-sized pieces. Tronos took one, put down his fork, and asked, "What do you want to make?"
"Oh my, as expected of the wise and powerful wizard, nothing can be hidden from you."
Lin Shuwan smiled and said, "I just see you staying in the house all day, it must be getting a little boring. How about I go out for a walk with you? You see, staying in the house for too long..."
“Okay.” Tronos readily agreed, knowing that she didn’t like staying in one place all the time, and he had planned to take her out today anyway.
“Staying at home for a long time is easy… Hey, you agreed!” Lin Shuwan grabbed his sleeve in surprise, not expecting him to agree so easily.
"Yes, would you like to change into a dress?" Tronos asked considerately, remembering Lin Shuwan's habit of carefully choosing her dress before going to town.
"Can I go out today? Yes, of course I need to change! Wait for me, I'll be right there." Lin Shuwan happily lifted her skirt and ran upstairs as she spoke.
After she closed the door, Tronos looked away, picked up his fork again, and slowly continued to enjoy his dessert.
Based on his childhood experience of waiting for his mother to leave the house, this might be quick, but it probably won't be very quick.
However, this milk crisp is indeed quite good.
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Grove, near Atherton, is known for its extravagance.
Indeed, as soon as the two of them settled down in the deserted alley, a decadent atmosphere swept over them.
Marble pillars support layers of carved beams and painted rafters, and colorful glazed tiles, which are not commonly seen in ordinary times, are just common decorations here, shimmering in the sunlight.
Inside the tavern, boisterous drunkards held golden wine cups in their hands, carelessly stepping on expensive Persian carpets, their laughter mingling with the aroma of wine.
The shops next door also looked more exquisite than those elsewhere. Silk handkerchiefs were folded into delicate flower shapes and placed on ebony trays, with gold threads outlining intricate scroll patterns that shimmered in the sunlight.
Lin Shuwan didn't hesitate for a second before pulling Tronos into the shop.
I initially thought it was a shop selling silk handkerchiefs, but as I stepped inside, I was captivated by the rich fragrance.
The shop owner rested his chin on one hand and held an engraved silver spoon in the other, gently scooping a small pinch of powder from the glass bottle and sprinkling it into the incense burner.
Then, the deep scent of the perfume, carrying the grandeur and tranquility of the sea, instantly filled the air, enveloping people.
Upon seeing the guests arrive, the shop owner elegantly put down his silver spoon and casually glanced at the two people's clothing.
Seeing that it was just ordinary fabric, she lost the desire to approach customers and casually waved her hand, saying, "Take a look around, but let me tell you beforehand, none of my things are cheap. If you're just looking for something new and end up getting it dirty or damaged, it won't be good for you."
After looking around, Lin Shuwan pointed in one direction and asked, "Could you take that down so I can take a look?"
On the silk cloth sat a spice bottle cast from milky white ivory, its body carved with intricate vine patterns, the branches and leaves intertwined, every vein and texture clearly discernible.
The bottle neck is long and slender, and the cap it supports is carved from emeralds. It is clear and bright, and its faint glow is like that of a secluded pool in a dense forest, adding a touch of mystery to the bottle.
"Oh, you've stumbled upon my prized possession by sheer luck."
The shop owner glanced in the direction she was pointing and said with a mix of sarcasm and mockery, "Look if you want, anyway, it's not something you can afford to buy."
Tronos, who had been standing silently beside Lin Shuwan, finally looked up at the shop owner. Noticing the eager look on the face of the person next to him, he didn't make any move for the time being.
Sure enough, Lin Shuwan rummaged through her pockets and took out something, saying, "Is this enough?"