Chapter 30: Another Day of Being Conquered

With a quick and practiced motion, she finished tossing the side dish and set a plate down in front of Chen Jiaojiao.

"Everyone, you can try it now and see if you like it." Hua Yun could barely contain herself anymore. Looking at the plump, springy beast trotters glistening with an enticing sheen, surely no one could resist!

"Jiaojiao, let’s each have one!" Hua Yun said, picking up a braised trotter. She refused to believe anyone could turn down such succulent, gelatinous perfection.

"Right, let's dig in!" Chen Jiaojiao replied enthusiastically; the aroma alone had already made her mouth water.

The viewers in the livestream watched as Hua Yun and Chen Jiaojiao picked up the trotters and began to gnaw on them. Though they were eating with their hands, their movements were far from unrefined.

Wearing gloves, Hua Yun held a trotter in one hand and took a delicate bite. The springy, tender texture and the rich flavor of collagen flooded her palate, causing her to instinctively close her eyes.

How she had missed this taste!

"Yunyue!" Chen Jiaojiao exclaimed, stunned. "How... how can this be so delicious?"

"The meat is tender and savory, the texture is delicate, and it practically melts in your mouth!" This was a sensation she had never experienced with any other meat.

The truly soft and glutinous texture, combined with the unique fragrance of the braising spices, conquered Chen Jiaojiao instantly.

Another day of being conquered, Chen Jiaojiao thought with a sigh. She sincerely wished for more such conquests.

—I finally got to experience it! I love these beast trotters!
—I was wrong, I was so wrong! I thought the streamer was just making stew, but this "braised meat" is a completely different world from stew, isn't it?
—Look at the "Baldy Sister's" expression; I’m so jealous!
—Does anyone know where Peach Blossom Star is? I want to visit the streamer—not for any other reason, I just want to meet my idol!
—Every time I watch the stream, I can smell it but can’t taste it. Who knows what kind of torture this is!
—Didn’t you say there would be a giveaway? When does it start? Let’s see whose internet speed is faster!
—My planet is very far from the capital star. With so many people in the chat, I don't think my ping will be fast enough!
—Don’t lose heart! If we can’t get it, no one else will either.
—I just want to be "Baldy Sister" right now. I want to know how to be with the streamer like she is.

*Academy’s Top Beauty:* Don’t even think about it, that’s her best friend!

A young girl sat in her room, conflicted. She watched the two women on the screen devouring the food, took a deep, longing breath, and then drank her nutrient paste.

"Why does this nutrient paste taste different? It’s not as good as before." This was the brand she used to love most, but now it tasted bland and flavorless.

"Miss, it’s the same brand. The flavor hasn't changed," the housekeeper nearby said.

"Sister Liu, have you ever watched the Peach Blossom Star livestream?" the girl asked, turning her head.

"I’ve heard of it." Even though she didn't browse the Interstellar Network often, this Peach Blossom Star had become so famous recently that everyone knew of it.

"Then can you make the food they show?" The girl’s eyes suddenly lit up.

"Miss... I’ve tried, but many of the ingredients used in the Peach Blossom Star videos aren't available. I’ve already ordered them online."

"I see." The girl’s voice couldn't hide her disappointment. As for Hua Yun, she had never really paid much attention to her before. She had always been arrogant, not even looking twice at Chen Jiaojiao. But now... watching the people on the livestream feast, the girl felt a genuine pang of envy.

By the time the two finished eating, the viewers in the chat were tired of expressing their envy.

—Tell me, how do I become the streamer’s friend!
—Streamer, where is Peach Blossom Star!
—I want to taste it so badly! Streamer, hurry up with the giveaway! I want to be the lucky winner!

Seeing this, Hua Yun didn't hesitate and posted the giveaway link.

"The giveaway is randomized, so please participate rationally."
"The giveaway will last for thirty seconds."

Hua Yun chose the participation mode where everyone could join within the thirty-second window, after which the system would randomly select the winners. The chat room instantly cleared, as if the previous messages hadn't existed.

Thirty seconds passed in a flash, and everyone waited for the lucky names. Hua Yun clicked on the backend to check the list.

"The results are in. Congratulations to 'Little Fish,' 'Barton,' and 'Academy’s Top Beauty'... for winning this meal." Hua Yun read out the winning IDs.

*Little Fish:* Ahhh! I won! I couldn't even get the page to load for the first twenty seconds, and now I actually won? This is incredible!
*Barton:* I joined in the very last second and was notified immediately after. It feels like a dream!

The girl who had been watching was shocked and stood up. She... she actually won? This was unbelievable!

"Congratulations to these netizens for getting the chance to taste the food," Hua Yun said.

The speed of the interstellar network was truly remarkable. The dedicated logistics lanes were already operational, and as long as items didn't exceed a certain weight or volume, they could be delivered to their destinations through this channel.

"The food has been sent to the winners. Please keep an eye out for your deliveries!"

In the blink of an eye, the packages arrived.

*Little Fish:* Ahhh, mine is here! [Photo], [Photo].
*Barton:* Mine too! I can’t wait, starting now!
—This guy is so annoying. It’s one thing that I didn't win, but why did he?
—The stream isn't even over yet, and I'm already looking forward to the next one!
—I want to know the difference between the physical food and the sensory share!
*Barton:* Come on, let me tell you, the physical food is way better than the shared experience, especially the beast trotters. Absolute top-tier rating!
*Little Fish:* Actually, the braised meat is great too, and that tossed side dish—a bite of meat followed by a bite of the side dish, this pairing is just perfect!

*Academy’s Top Beauty* tipped ten interstellar starships!
*Academy’s Top Beauty* tipped five Double-A Stars!

—This lady shouldn't be called "Top Beauty," she should be called "Top Wealthy!"
—The most humble and straightforward way to show gratitude from the rich!
—I’m so jealous. If I weren't so envious, I’d still be lingering in the sharing center. If I can't grab a bite, I can at least experience the flavor!

The girl looked at the boxes in front of her. Inside were the braised meat, the braised beast trotters, a plate of the tossed side dish, and even a bowl of rice! She couldn't help but sigh; this was incredibly generous!

"Miss, should we... send this for testing?" Sister Liu hadn't expected her mistress to be so lucky.

"No need, they included a test report!" It had to be said that Hua Yun was truly meticulous, thinking ten steps ahead.

Hua Yun had become a sensation, but fame was a double-edged sword. While her popularity soared, many would try to muddy the waters. Providing a safety test report with food intended for consumption was a smart move for self-protection.

"Miss Hua is very thoughtful," Sister Liu noted. Recently, her mistress had been obsessed with natural foods, which had kept her, an elderly woman, quite busy.

"She really is a cunning one!" Li Na muttered, though not without a hint of reluctant admiration. Watching Chen Jiaojiao and Hua Yun in the livestream, Li Na couldn't help but think of her own situation—the people she thought were her friends, and her fiancé. Li Na’s hand tightened into a fist.