Chapter 1415: Running Isn't an Option

The Medicine King Pavilion was truly furious this time; all the stewards it supported, whether Great Emperors, Great Saints, or those in Shèngjìng, received the news and immediately gathered at the Zhu Feng square.

As for this, Yun Xiantai and the others were naturally unaware.

The people of Food is Heaven, after eating and drinking their fill, came to the small world where the Food is Heaven Ancestor resided, under the recommendation of the two Stewards Lin.

Naturally, not everyone could go; only Yun Xiantai, Dongfang Hong, Qiu Baiyi, and Ye Zhangqing—the four of them—went.

The small world where the Food is Heaven Ancestor lives is an inconspicuous corner of the Food is Heaven headquarters, and it is very desolate.

"This guy Jue Shi likes quiet, so he placed his residence here."

Huh???

"Absolute fasting?" Upon hearing that, Ye Zhangqing blinked—was there really someone called that? Or rather, an Emperor-level Spirit Chef.

Following the two Stewards Lin into the small world, the small world was not small in area, but most of it was planted with various spiritual herbs and housed many spiritual beasts.

Along the way, Ye Zhangqing also saw many spiritual beasts he did not recognize.

"These spiritual herbs and beasts are extremely rare in the outside world; they are all treasures of Old Man Jue, which he has personally tended to all along."

Upon arriving at a vegetable field, they saw an old man wearing a straw hat with his pant legs rolled up, laboring in the field.

The two Stewards Lin had normal expressions and called out.

"Old Man Jue, honored guests have arrived—why don't you tidy up quickly?"

"Coming."

Upon hearing that, Jue Shi raised his head and replied; his appearance was ordinary, his face full of furrows—he looked exactly like an ordinary "farmer."

Who would have thought that such a person would be an Emperor-level Spirit Chef, or even a Great Emperor powerhouse?

Soon, Jue Shi made a few preparations—actually, he hardly prepared anything, just cast a purification spell, and then led everyone to his little thatched hut.

After everyone sat down in Yuàn zhōng, Steward Lin gave them an introduction.

Jue Shi seemed polite in his greeting, but his attitude was actually somewhat cold and aloof.

Everyone present was sharp-witted; they naturally sensed his attitude right away—this old man did not welcome them.

Yun Xiantai's expression remained unchanged as she chatted casually with Jue Shi for a few sentences.

They hadn't even warmed their seats before Jue Shi issued an order to evict them.

"It is an honor for you to come to my Food is Heaven, but these days my field is at a critical stage, so my hospitality has been lacking; I hope you fellow Daoists will understand."

"No problem; then we won't disturb you."

"Good, I have already arranged for you to stay in excellent rooms; just rest easy."

Since they aren't welcome, Yun Xiantai and the four of them naturally won't stick around shamelessly.

Under the guidance of a steward, the four left Jue Shi's place.

After Yun Xiantai and the four departed, Steward Lin looked at Jue Shi with a strange expression.

"Old Man Jue, what's going on? We finally managed to build a good relationship, and you're pushing us away again."

When we first befriended Yun Xiantai's group, all three of us agreed, but just now Jue Shi's attitude was clearly off—aren't you offending people?

Upon hearing that, Jue Shi let out a bitter laugh.

"Just now, Medicine Cloud Peak contacted me."

"That old coot from the Medicine King Pavilion?"

"Yeah, he's already on his way here, telling me to weigh things clearly—this isn't something we can interfere with; we can't afford to offend either side."

"Medicine Cloud Peak is the sect leader of the Medicine King Pavilion." Upon hearing that, the two Stewards Lin and Zhang also fell silent, saying nothing more.

What Jue Shi said is true; Food is Heaven is the hegemon of the Food Realm, but compared to Yun Xiantai's group or the Medicine King Pavilion, it falls short.

At this point, getting involved would be like mortals suffering when immortals fight—utter cannon fodder.

On the other hand, arriving at the residence Jue Shi prepared for everyone, a small world with a nice environment, little courtyards scattered among the bamboo grove, quite atmospheric.

Already seated in Yuàn zhōng, Yun Xiantai smiled and looked at everyone.

"What do you think?"

"How else could we see it? Surely they've been in contact with the Medicine King Pavilion."

"Jue Shi's attitude just now is clearly problematic and contradicts his earlier behavior; it's not hard to guess why he changed."

Upon hearing that, Yun Xiantai also nodded.

"It seems we can't stay long in the Food Realm either."

"No need to think—people from the Medicine King Pavilion are probably already on the road; they'll be here in a few days."

Upon this, Ye Zhangqing frowned, somewhat unwilling but didn't say more.

Originally, I planned to find an opportunity to discuss with Jue Shi, to see what exactly sets an Emperor-level Spirit Chef apart, perhaps finding a chance for a breakthrough.

But now it seems there's no chance.

However, it's no matter; in Zhu Tian Wan Jie, is Jue Shi the only Emperor-level Spirit Chef? We'll just look for another opportunity later.

Moreover, leaving now is also the best choice—who knows how much strength the Medicine King Pavilion still hides?

Just as Ye Zhangqing himself was letting go, Xu Jie, who had been listening nearby, suddenly spoke up.

"Ancestor, are we about to run away now?"

"What do you mean by 'run'? Put bluntly, this is setting out."

"Oh, but I think it's unnecessary; moreover, the Medicine King Pavilion is like a stubborn plaster that won't let go—running away like this isn't the right approach."

Huh???

Hearing that, Yun Xiantai became interested; Xu Jie this kid has plenty of tricks, so we might as well hear what he's thinking.

"Do you have an idea?"

She turned her head and asked Xu Jie.

"I have an immature idea."

Come on, tell us.

The Old Ancestor decided to run... no, to set out, nothing more than worrying about the Medicine King Pavilion's strength. According to our intel, the Medicine King Pavilion has four Emperor Sovereign Realm elders, but one was already slain, leaving three.

But the problem is we don't know if the Medicine King Pavilion has hidden strength, and the Old Ancestor fears being at a disadvantage.

Get to the point.

The point is, we actually only need to win over one ally to jointly deal with the Medicine King Pavilion—wouldn't that solve the problem in one go?

An ally? Where?

Right now we have one.

You mean Food is Heaven?

Yes, Food is Heaven has two Emperor Sovereigns; adding the Old Ancestor and you makes five Emperor Sovereigns, enough to fight the Medicine King Pavilion.

Hearing this, Yun Xiantai fell silent, but quickly shook their head and said.

Food is Heaven and the Medicine King Pavilion have always cooperated; they could help you. Not taking the chance to kick them while they're down is already being wary.

Trying to win over Food is Heaven is unlikely.

But Xu Jie appeared full of confidence, glanced at Ye Zhangqing, and said mysteriously.

The Old Ancestor also said it's a cooperative relationship; since it's cooperative, naturally it depends on who offers greater benefit. If we can offer greater benefit than the Medicine King Pavilion, could Food is Heaven still refuse?

You mean?

Yun Xiantai also noticed Xu Jie's gaze, and likewise looked toward Ye Zhangqing.

The Old Ancestor is wise.

Good kid.

Heh heh heh...