Transcending the Magic Era: The Supreme Female Archmage

Chapter 91 Forced to Cook

Looking at the person beside him who had suddenly "come alive," Ao Nanxi was speechless for a moment, and sighed inwardly: He was indeed a typical "give a little sunshine and he'll shine" type.

The others couldn't help but laugh when they heard Chu Qiuchi's words, and the previously somewhat reserved atmosphere instantly became much more relaxed.

Ao Nanxi gave a soft hum and said lazily, "Alright, since you've gotten into the swing of things so quickly, it's only right for friends to help each other out. None of you have eaten yet, right? That's perfect, you can cook dinner, and let me try your 'friend's' cooking."

Chu Qiuchi's smug expression froze instantly. She was stunned for two seconds before she reacted. "Me? Your Highness... no, no, Nanxi, you're not kidding, are you? Look at me like this, how can I cook? I'm a 'disabled person'!"

Upon hearing this, Ao Nanxi glanced at her with a half-smile, her tone laced with sarcasm, "A disabled person can still jump around and show off? Chu Qiuchi, don't try to fool me."

After saying that, she deliberately patted Chu Qiuchi on the shoulder and added, "Alright, no need to refuse. Friends should have this kind of understanding. Don't worry, I'll definitely eat what you make!"

Chu Qiuchi was completely dumbfounded, standing there stunned for a long time without reacting. The others, seeing her dazed expression, burst into laughter and started teasing her.

Nalan Xingyao crossed her arms and grinned smugly. "Qiu Chi, this is a gift between friends! You'd better do your best and not disappoint us!"

Puyang Minghui laughed and chimed in, "Yes, yes, hurry up and show off your amazing cooking skills! We can also get a free meal!"

Chu Yichen added innocently, "Yeah, sis, we haven't had your cooking in ages, we really miss it!"

Ji Moyu nodded coldly, "Go!"

Seeing everyone's gleeful, gossipy expressions, Chu Qiuchi was furious and jumped up and down. "Don't you have any sympathy at all? I'm in this state! Sigh... in the end, feelings have faded, and love is disappearing..."

Ao Nanxi watched her exaggerated performance, speechless, and then turned to the others, her tone full of disbelief, "Is she... usually this troublesome?"

Puyang Minghui laughed so hard she couldn't stand up straight, nodding repeatedly, "Nanxi, you probably haven't seen how outrageous she can be! This is already considered her normal performance!"

Nalan Xingyao clutched her stomach. "Yes, her condition means she hasn't used her full strength yet!"

Ao Nanxi shook her head, both amused and exasperated, and looked at Chu Qiuchi with complicated emotions. "I never expected you to be like this, Chu Qiuchi. It's truly an eye-opener! I'm actually looking forward to your cooking skills."

Puyang Minghui looked at Ao Nanxi and excitedly replied, "Nanxi, this is really something to look forward to! Qiu Chi's cooking skills are unparalleled! It's just that she's usually too lazy and rarely cooks!"

Nalan Xingyao nodded in agreement, "Yes, her cooking is really delicious! I still remember the taste of the dish she casually stir-fried last time!"

Chu Yichen's eyes darted around, and he immediately looked at Chu Qiuchi, saying with great interest, "Sister, one serving of braised lion's head meatballs!"

Ji Moyu followed casually, "Fish-flavored shredded pork."

Nalan Xingyao's eyes lit up, and she blurted out without hesitation, "Sweet and sour pork!"

Puyang Minghui excitedly raised her hand, "Sweet and sour pork!"

Chu Qiuchi stared at them in shock, her lips twitching. "You guys ordered pretty quickly! You really think I'm the chef?!"

Ao Nanxi stood to the side with her arms crossed, looking at her with a half-smile. "What's wrong? Shouldn't friends take care of each other?"

Chu Qiuchi was on the verge of tears, hugging her shoulders as if she had been bullied, and said in a wronged tone, "You can't treat your 'friends' like this! What happened to taking care of each other? None of you are taking care of me! My injuries haven't healed yet, you are simply evil capitalists! Exploiting the working people!"

Nalan Xingyao laughed so hard she bent over, and then pointed at her, "Looking at you, you obviously need some labor reform! Hurry up and make a good meal, maybe if we're in a good mood, you can even get your freedom!"

Chu Qiuchi stomped her foot in anger and glared at her resentfully, "You lot are heartless! I'm injured like this, and you still force me to work!"

Ji Moyu glanced at her sideways and added casually, "You're still lively and energetic enough to cause trouble on the ground, so your injury isn't serious."

Chu Yichen suppressed a laugh, put on a serious expression, but said in a very earnest tone, "Sis, don't waste time, hurry up and go. Remember to put extra soy sauce in the lion's head meatballs, I like the flavor stronger."

Chu Qiuchi glared at him angrily, her voice rising an octave, "Chu Yichen! Are you even my brother?! Instead of protecting me in this crucial moment, you're joining them in their jeers!"

Chu Yichen spread his hands innocently, "What's wrong? Shouldn't friends take care of each other?" He deliberately dragged out the last syllable, imitating Ao Nanxi's tone perfectly, which instantly made everyone burst into laughter.

Ao Nanxi shook his head, looking at Chu Qiuchi's tearful expression, and said lazily, "Alright, stop dawdling. My new friend hasn't tasted your cooking yet, so you can't be biased. Make sure you serve all your specialties!"

Ao Nanxi shook her head, a playful smile playing on her lips. "Alright, stop dawdling. My new friend hasn't tried your cooking yet, you can't be biased, can you? Bring out all your best dishes, don't hold back!"

Chu Qiuchi was completely deflated, rolling her eyes dramatically. "Fine, fine, I'll go, okay? Lion's head meatballs, shredded pork with garlic sauce, sweet and sour pork, sweet and sour pork... I'll just remember these four for now!"

Nalan Xingyao immediately chimed in, "Don't get it wrong! The meat should be tender, the sauce rich, and the flavorful!"

Chu Qiuchi turned and glared at her fiercely, sneering through gritted teeth, "Alright, alright, just wait and see!"

Puyang Minghui leaned against Nalan Xingyao with a smile, her face full of mischief, "Friends should take care of each other! Qiuchi, you've worked hard! We're waiting for your delicious food to be served!"

Chu Qiuchi snorted, flicked his sleeves, and trudged out, muttering, "A bunch of inhuman beasts, my life is so miserable..."

Watching her retreating figure, Ao Nanxi couldn't help but raise an eyebrow and whisper to the people beside her, "You guys aren't lying to me, are you? She really can cook?"

Nalan Xingyao smiled mysteriously, "Yes! Qiu Chi's cooking skills are quite amazing, I guarantee you won't be able to stop eating!"

Puyang Minghui said with anticipation, "Yeah, she makes amazing food! But she usually doesn't cook, so this is a real treat!"

Chu Yichen nodded, "Indeed, my sister is usually very lazy, so this kind of good thing doesn't happen often! Remember to eat more later, don't waste any!"

After listening, Ao Nanxi chuckled, shook his head, and said thoughtfully, "He really is an interesting person."