Chapter 107 | The Otherworld Journey That Starts From a Slime

Back at the dormitory, Zhang Ye picked up Gujiu and said, “I forgot to feed you. Are you hungry?”

“Gujiu~” Gujiu rubbed against Zhang Ye’s palm, and Zhang Ye felt instantly healed.

Holding Gujiu, he funneled mana into it for food, then walked over to knock on Nan’s door.

Three seconds later, Nan’s voice came from inside. “What is it?”

Zhang Ye asked, “Have you eaten yet?”

“No...” Nan blurted out subconsciously but immediately regretted it.

Unfortunately, there was no medicine for regret in this world, and Zhang Ye’s voice followed immediately.

“Then I’ll go cook. I haven’t eaten either.” Zhang Ye’s voice gradually grew quieter as he headed toward the kitchen.

Nan held his forehead.

Careless...

The kitchen had a magic device similar to a refrigerator, driven by mana; a single Tier Five magic core could power it for a long time.

The refrigerator was filled with food.

Zhang Ye immediately got to work. He placed Gujiu on top of his head and tied on an apron. A perfect domestic man had appeared!

During that month, besides roasting meat, Leona had taught Zhang Ye many cooking methods, including frying, boiling, braising, and stewing.

That was culinary skill honed by Big Nana after eating thousands of magical beasts!

Soon, clanking sounds echoed from the kitchen. A moment later, a delicious aroma began to spread, and dish after dish was brought to the table.

Once finished, Zhang Ye looked at the spread of food on the table, smiled with satisfaction, and waved his hand.

【Flavor Enhancement】!

Instantly, the aroma intensified dozens of times over!

“Nan, time to eat!”

“I’m not eating,” Nan’s voice drifted from the room.

Zhang Ye walked to the door. “It’s really delicious.”

“No... growl...” Before Nan could finish his sentence, a strange sound rang out.

When Zhang Ye heard it, he almost burst out laughing.

Inside the room, Nan’s face was flushed red.

He clearly wasn't hungry just now!

But as soon as that aroma wafted in, the gluttonous worms in his stomach were immediately stirred.

Nan wanted nothing more than to lift his shirt and punch his own firm abs.

Stop growling!

“Come out and eat quickly,” Zhang Ye’s voice called out.

Nan said indignantly, “I’m not eating!”

That guy definitely heard it and was probably laughing at him right now.

“Eating on time makes the body healthier, promotes blood circulation, increases mana flow speed, and makes spellcasting faster~” Zhang Ye made things up on the fly.

Nan froze.

Really?

But he quickly realized that guy was definitely trying to lure him out. How could he fall for it?

“I’m not eating!”

Hearing this, Zhang Ye sighed.

Why was he so stubborn?

He cleared his throat and said, “If you don’t come out, I’m coming in. You don’t think this door can stop me, do you?”

Nan’s willow-leaf eyebrows slanted. “If you dare come in, I’ll kill you!”

Zhang Ye said, “You can’t beat me. When the time comes, I’ll just bind you and feed you bite by bite.”

Nan’s teeth itched with rage, and he finally couldn't help but snap, “Is there something wrong with you?!”

“I already said I’m not eating! Stop bothering me!”

“Get lost!!!”

After his angry shout, Nan took a few breaths.

He hadn't shouted like that in a long time.

After shouting, he actually felt somewhat refreshed.

There was no sound outside the door. Nan’s eyebrows twitched.

He... left?

The next moment, he heard Zhang Ye’s gentle voice. “Be good. Come out and eat.”

Nan froze, then took a breath, but it was soon let out in a sigh. He wanted to shout again, but for some reason, hearing Zhang Ye’s gentle tone, he couldn't bring himself to open his mouth.

He gritted his teeth and opened the door, prepared to be stubborn to the end and tell him to his face that he wasn't eating.

To his surprise, as soon as the door opened...

“Holy Light Shackles!”

Nan was instantly bound like a mummy by the Holy Light Shackles. Then, Zhang Ye hoisted him onto his shoulder and carried him toward the kitchen.

“Let me go!” Nan raged.

Zhang Ye looked back and smiled. “Sure, as long as you eat properly.”

Nan was stunned and lowered his head, remaining silent.

“If you don't eat properly, I’ll have to feed you,” Zhang Ye’s voice came.

Nan imagined that scene and suddenly shuddered. He then asked, “Why are you forcing me to eat if I don’t want to?”

Zhang Ye laughed. “Is it that you don’t want to eat? It looks to me like you really want to.”

Just as he finished speaking, Nan’s stomach growled again.

Nan’s face burned with embarrassment...

Finally, Nan compromised. “Let me go. I’ll eat on my own.”

Only then did Zhang Ye set him down, grinning. “That’s a good boy.”

Nan gritted his teeth. “Don’t push me to cut you...”

Zhang Ye chuckled and went to scoop some rice for Nan.

However, just as the two bowls of rice were filled, the doorbell rang.

Zhang Ye immediately ran to open the door.

Once he opened it, he showed an “as expected” expression and said, “You’re all here.”

It was Lina, Renomon, Samanra, and Copico.

“I knew it!” Lina showed a brilliant smile. “As soon as I smelled it, I knew Brother Ye was back!”

Renomon also smiled foolishly. “I smelled it too!”

Copico took a deep breath. “My god, it smells so good!”

Samanra blinked her beautiful eyes and smiled. “Lina dragged me here as soon as she smelled the aroma. Are you cooking?”

Zhang Ye nodded. “Yeah.”

“Sister Samanra, let me tell you, the roasted meat Brother Ye makes is delicious!” Lina said with absolute certainty. Renomon also nodded vigorously, sharing the sentiment.

Zhang Ye gave a smug chuckle. “I don’t just make good roasted meat. Everyone, come in and try my handiwork.”

Samanra hesitated. “Maybe not. This is your dinner...”

Zhang Ye waved his hand. “I already predicted you guys would follow the scent here, so I specifically cooked extra. Come in quickly, before the food gets cold.”

Lina also took Samanra’s hand. “Let’s go, Sister Samanra.”

Who knew when the two girls had become so close?

Hearing this, Samanra no longer held back and nodded. “Then I’ll trouble you.”

“It’s no trouble.” Zhang Ye chuckled and invited everyone to the dining table.

With so many people suddenly around, Nan’s eyebrows immediately furrowed. However, he had already picked up his bowl and felt it would be awkward to put it down, so he acted as if he hadn't seen anything and focused on eating his own meal.

“Quick, try it.” Zhang Ye prepared bowls and utensils for everyone, looking expectant.

Everyone nodded and took a bite. Their eyes instantly lit up.

“So delicious!” Lina exclaimed, and the others nodded in agreement.

Copico even had tears in his eyes as he exaggerated, “Oh my god, why is this so good? Compared to the food Brother Ye makes, was everything I ate before just crap?”

Zhang Ye gave his head a light pat. “We’re eating!”

Copico gave a sheepish smile, and then everyone began to eat and chat.

“Brother Ye, where did you go earlier?” Lina asked, and the others looked at Zhang Ye curiously.

Zhang Ye said, “I went to the research institute.”

“The research institute? Isn’t that a place only magic researchers can enter?” Samanra asked curiously.

Zhang Ye gave a smug chuckle. “Your big brother is now an Intermediate Magic Researcher!”

“Really?” Lina exclaimed. She knew about magic researchers; the Lionheart Academy in the Lionheart Empire was currently expanding its curriculum in that area.

She knew that it was precisely because of those people that so many new spells were introduced every year and so many new types of magic devices were created, making life better.

They were a group of great people!

Everyone looked at Zhang Ye in surprise. Even Nan, who had been eating with his head down, looked up.

“Brother Ye, how did you do it?” Lina asked curiously.

“Once your understanding of magic is up to par, it happens naturally,” Zhang Ye smiled. “So study hard, and you can become a researcher too.”

Lina’s eyes sparkled as she said, “Mm-hmm! I’ve been studying hard all along. I’ve always wanted to become a magic researcher!”

“That way, even if I can’t fight, I can still make a contribution!”

Zhang Ye smiled and affirmed, “That’s right. That’s the right way to think.”

“Magic researchers need to pass an examination. After becoming a researcher, both the empire and the academy provide a certain level of subsidies, and there are many privileges. Speaking of which, I also intend to take the researcher exam,” Samanra added. “After all, as a mage, understanding magic is essential.”

Everyone began to chat openly.

“Nan, are you going to take the researcher exam?” Zhang Ye suddenly looked at Nan.

Nan froze, remained silent for a moment, and then nodded.

He also understood the benefits of becoming a researcher. Therefore, as long as it didn't affect his cultivation, he would take the exam. This would allow him to secure more resources and learn various magical knowledge to improve his understanding and control of magic. Why not?

“Then let’s do it together!” Zhang Ye laughed.

“Isn’t Brother Ye already an Intermediate Researcher?” Lina asked.

“Well, there’s still the High-level Researcher rank,” Zhang Ye laughed. “When the time comes, we’ll do it together. If there’s anything you don’t understand, you can ask me. I’ll make sure to carry you all!”