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He pulled out a chair, sat down at the table, and turned to smile at Flame Dragon, saying, “Your Highness, the food here is exquisite and quite popular. Please have a taste.”

"Hmph, it's just food meant for outsiders like you. What's so special about it?"

Flame Dragon was indifferent to Ying Zhao’s comments, but watching him relish the food tempted Flame Dragon, making him swallow instinctively.

The tantalizing aroma made him question if the delicacies were truly worth savoring.

Seeing the evident interest yet hesitation in the man, Ying Zhao said with a light laugh, “Your Highness, not only the outsiders but many locals also enjoy this cuisine. Moreover, I'd love for you to taste what I enjoy. Will you?”

The playful tone in Ying Zhao's voice was somewhat teasing, making Flame Dragon feel a tingle.

He felt an itch in his heart and awkwardly touched his nose.

Clearing his throat, he remarked, “For your insistence, I'll give it a try.”

With that, he sat beside Ying Zhao, picking up a piece of steak and tasting it.

The rich flavor exploded in his mouth, and a single bite made Flame Dragon's eyes widen with astonishment. He couldn’t stop himself and indulged further.

Since food in the game didn't lead to overeating and even helped reduce in-game fatigue, Ying Zhao wasn't concerned about Flame Dragon overindulging.

Watching him devour the food, Ying Zhao ordered even more from the hotel.

It was only after several servings that Flame Dragon finally finished.

Flame Dragon's voracious appetite left the NPCs delivering food from the hotel stunned. Though the game didn't allow for overeating, a sensation of fullness still existed.

Especially in such upscale hotels, the gourmet dishes quickly restore a player's fatigue and occasionally boost certain attributes.

Once a player’s fatigue is fully restored, excessive eating can lead to a feeling of fullness. So, to others, Flame Dragon's consumption seemed abnormal.

Yet Ying Zhao saw no issue, for though the man had taken a humanoid form, his true nature was still that of a dragon. Thus, his appetite was astonishingly vast.

Moreover, the coins in his pocket could easily cover the man's meals, so he indulged his loved one, letting him eat as much as he desired.

After his meal, the Flame Dragon felt immense surprise. The lingering fatigue within him vanished entirely, and he felt notably invigorated.

Certain foods even had added benefits. Although these were few, they made him feel remarkably comfortable after consumption. This gave the Flame Dragon a newfound appreciation for these foreign dishes.

However, even though he felt full, facing the delicious spread before him, the Flame Dragon struggled to resist.

After all, this was his first time experiencing such delicacies, and he yearned to savor just a bit more.

As he hesitated, Ying Zhao said to him, "Your Highness, if you fancy these dishes, next time we can try different ones. I've heard that beyond the central city of Seth, due to racial and regional differences, the cuisine varies significantly and is well worth exploring."

Upon hearing Ying Zhao's words, the Flame Dragon immediately became intrigued and nodded enthusiastically. Observing Ying Zhao gracefully sipping his tea, he felt a hint of embarrassment contrasting it with his earlier voracious eating.

He grunted softly at Ying Zhao, admitting, "You're right, these dishes do have a unique taste. I now believe that the cuisine of outsiders can indeed be beneficial."

As the Flame Dragon spoke, he opened his spatial pouch, retrieving a large, radiant green gemstone and placed it in front of Ying Zhao. Casually, he commented, "Well done. This is your reward. Serve me well, Ying, and you shall receive more in the future."

Staring at the legendary, exquisitely set green gem, Ying Zhao blinked. Its green color indicated agility attributes, ideal for assassins.

Embedding it in clothing or weaponry would greatly enhance one's combat capabilities, and such high-quality green gemstones were incredibly rare.

Although gemstones can be synthesized from lower-grade ones at blacksmith shops, doing so requires a significant amount of gold and resources.

Especially a gemstone of this caliber, likely only possessed by those ranked in the top ten of the PK leaderboard.

Receiving such a valuable gift without any prior notice made Ying Zhao silently exclaim the perks of having an opulent lover.

Without hesitation, he accepted it, smiling warmly at the Flame Dragon, "Thank you for your generosity, Your Highness!"

Seeing the smile on Ying Zhao's face, the Flame Dragon's lips curled, pleased with his gift's reception. Gazing at Ying Zhao's flawless visage, the man's heart fluttered, reminded of a dreamlike scenario.

A thought crossed his mind. Since Ying Zhao was now his subordinate and thus belonged to him, why couldn't he express his affections just like he did in the dream?

Gathering his courage, the Flame Dragon inhaled deeply, addressing Ying Zhao, "Hey, Ying, you haven't properly shown your gratitude yet."

Confused, Ying Zhao tilted his head and responded, "But Your Highness, didn't I already express my gratitude and thank you?"

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