Chapter 320 Result
Even without considering the heated discussions and happy smiles, the outcome was already determined when the delicious food broke through the taste barrier set by the mysterious man.

Soon, the five judges reached a consensus.

Even they themselves did not expect that they would be able to reach a consensus one day.

After all, the taste of this dish is so outstanding and extreme that nothing else in the world can compare to it.

Faced with this dish, they actually only have one choice, because apart from victory, there is no other option worthy of it.

"The winner of the cooking competition is Xu Qing. Congratulations, Xu Qing!"

Shen Cong announced loudly.

At the same time, cheers and applause rang out all around.

Everyone was applauding Xu Qing's victory.

Xu Qing defeated the arrogant and mysterious man and helped them regain the legendary kitchen utensils, which of course made everyone excited.

The mysterious man was mentally prepared, so after learning the result, he did not refute.

He had just one small question.

"Xu Qing, can I taste your dish?"

The mysterious man asked.

"of course can."

As Xu Qing spoke, he handed the remaining small bowl of fried chicken slices to the mysterious man.

What kind of dish could actually break through the obstacles that I set?

Is there anything more satisfying in this world than contentment?
All the answers are right before your eyes, in this small bowl of soup.

The mysterious man took a deep breath and drank a mouthful of the soup and the fried chicken slices in it.

In an instant, he also blacked out like the five judges before him. The overly strong sensory sensations impacted his nerves, making his mind go blank in an instant, and even his breathing stopped subconsciously.

Then he felt it, a feeling that was stronger and more distinct than satisfaction.

The extreme, and the new world that opens before your eyes after reaching the extreme.

This is exactly what it feels like to be beyond satisfied.

If the tank is already full of water, add other things into it.

If satisfaction has reached its peak, then go beyond satisfaction, induce new desires, and lead the taste buds to experience a brand new world.

This was the ultimate feeling he had never experienced before. He had never even thought about it. It turned out that above satisfaction, there was such a new world.

There are actually people whose strength can reach this level!
Lost, really lost.

He failed at the point where he was most proud.

Even if the mysterious man put all his effort into it, surpassed his limits, and even paid a huge price, in the face of absolute strength, he still ended up in a miserable defeat.

Lost?
Very disappointed indeed.

But this is just loss, not despair.

Temporary frustration and discouragement could not completely defeat his will. He just lost a duel, not everything.

Soon the mysterious man calmed down and regained his composure.

"I lost. You are really good. According to the rules of the cooking duel, the legendary kitchen utensils are yours. I hope you will live up to it."

"Also, my name is Jinghua, and I am one of the Eight Phoenix Immortals. Xu Qing, I lost this duel, but our real duel has not yet begun. Xu Qing, let's meet in Sichuan."

What are the Phoenix Eight Immortals?
Xu Qing was confused when listening to Jinghua introducing himself.

How come this inexplicable obstruction suddenly appeared? I have never heard of it before!
The mysterious man named Jinghua packed his luggage. He took a look at the kitchen knife that had lost its spirituality, wrapped it up carefully, and put it back in the package.

A kitchen knife that has lost its spirituality has lost its value. But this is not an ordinary kitchen knife, it is his companion.

Even if its life burns out, its spirituality dissipates, and it loses all its usefulness, it is still his partner, and this will not change.

"Wait a minute, what exactly are the Phoenix Eight Immortals? What is your purpose? Why do you want to seize the legendary kitchen utensils?"

Seeing Jinghua was about to leave, Xu Qing hurriedly asked.

Jinghua said: "I will answer these questions for you next time. If you can beat me."

"besides……"

"You don't have to ask anymore. I won't answer any of your questions."

Xu Qing said: "It's not a problem. I just want to say one thing, the kitchen knife in your hand may have a chance to recover its spiritual power."

Jinghua turned around abruptly, "Are you telling the truth?"

"Yes. Because the Ruyi in my hand also experienced a loss of spiritual power. But it recovered afterwards."

Xu Qing had no idea how Ruyi regained his spirituality. He just had a hunch at the time that Ruyi would not disappear so easily.

Later, after he actually held Ruyi, he understood how Ruyi recovered.

Simply put, it is persistence.

Ruyi was unwilling to disappear like this. The person destined for her was right in front of her, but she had no chance to be with him, so she was unwilling to accept the situation.

This unwilling obsession was like holding on to his last breath, allowing Ruyi to retain a trace of spirituality, and then he gradually recovered.

It’s just that Ruyi is afraid of being taken away by people from the dark culinary world, so she has been hiding her spirituality.

Xu Qing told Jinghua about Ruyi's recovery and said, "If it still has persistence, maybe it will be able to revive one day."

Obsession?
Does the kitchen knife on him have such an obsession?

If it was before, Jinghua couldn't be sure. But after communicating with Caidao, he understood his partner's feelings. He has always had a strong will and a spirit of not admitting defeat, so of course he would have such an obsession!

It is impossible for it to give up easily!
Jinghua originally wanted to put the kitchen knife away and give it a peaceful and beautiful ending.

But now, after Xu Qing's reminder, he will not do that anymore. He will keep his partner by his side at all times, train with it, and grow with it. One day, its lost spirituality may return again.

Jinghua nodded to Xu Qing and thanked him: "Thank you for your reminder. As a return gift, I will also remind you. Next time we fight, I will use the legendary kitchen utensils, so you should be prepared."

After saying that, Jinghua left without looking back and soon disappeared from everyone's sight.

This person came and left mysteriously. No one knew his origin or purpose. Only his name was known. What on earth was he seeking?
And what ambition does Chef Tang feel?
These questions lingered in Xu Qing's mind, and he only hoped to get the answers when he saw Jinghua again next time.

The prerequisite is that he wins the duel like he did this time.

Xu Qing raised his head and looked towards Sichuan.

Sichuan, it's time to go back, back to his home.

Jinghua left quickly along the forest path. Suddenly, a figure appeared in front of him. The figure asked familiarly, "Did you get the Dragon-Turning Pot?"

Jinghua simply said, "Sorry, I lost."

The man didn't care at all, he laughed and said, "It's good that I lost, now I have a reason to fight Xu Qing."

"Then you have to come after me."

"Haven't you already fought with Xu Qing?"

"This is just the appetizer, the main course has not yet begun."

"Main course...are you going to retrieve that knife?"

"Yes. Now I am qualified to hold it."

(End of this chapter)