Xia Feng could have flown directly to Qian Dao Lake to retrieve the Kunlun Mirror.
However, he suddenly felt like eating roasted meat, so he decided to descend and take a stroll.
In this snowy terrain, there were many special small animals that would make for delicious roasted meat.
Xia Feng, being from Earth, had perfectly inherited the tradition of being a foodie.
Although it didn't matter whether he ate or not, Xia Feng was a normal person who enjoyed indulging his appetite.
Even when he was cultivating in the Kunlun Mountains, he would occasionally roast wild rabbits and fish.
Seeing such a beautiful scene, Xia Feng couldn't resist the urge to catch some wild game.
Xia Feng carried two Ice Snow Rabbits in his hands. These were top-tier delicacies in the Immortal Realm. Seeing that someone had set up camp nearby, he decided to approach.
As Xia Feng's figure grew closer, they finally got a clear look.
It was a very young man carrying two Ice Snow Rabbits. These creatures were difficult to catch; even Xi Luomeng, who was at the mid-stage of Immortal Emperor, would find it troublesome to catch one.
As their name suggested, Ice Snow Rabbits could use the snow to conceal their scent. They could also burrow directly into the snow, much like fish swimming in water.
They were cunning and extremely agile, giving humans no chance to see them.
She hadn't expected Xia Feng to be able to catch two Ice Snow Rabbits.
"Excuse me, could I borrow your things to roast some rabbit meat?" Xia Feng asked, holding up the two Ice Snow Rabbits.
Xia Feng was always particular about food. He didn't want to just stick a random stick in and roast it until it was cooked; that would ruin the enjoyment of the meal.
If not for this, Xia Feng wouldn't have consistently enjoyed Jack Ma's cooking.
Xi Luomeng glanced at Xia Feng. He was at the early stage of Immortal Lord.
This strength was just enough to withstand the extreme cold here, but being alone in this place was no different from seeking death. She couldn't understand why Xia Feng had two Ice Snow Rabbits.
Seeing Xia Feng's strength, Xi Luomeng let down her guard. Moreover, those who joined exploration teams were generally enthusiastic and liked to help others when they were out.
Especially since Xia Feng was just borrowing a few cooking utensils, Xi Luomeng naturally wouldn't refuse.
"No problem, feel free to use them," Xi Luomeng nodded.
Upon receiving Xi Luomeng's approval, one of the team members brought out a barbecue rack and even helped Xia Feng start a fire.
Then, another female team member filled a large bucket with snow and used her immortal energy to melt it into water.
"If you don't mind, we can help you clean the rabbits," one of the female team members said to Xia Feng.
"That would be most appreciated. This rabbit meat is good for people. Everyone will share later; whoever sees it gets a portion." Xia Feng smiled slightly and handed the Ice Snow Rabbits to the woman who had spoken.
"I'm quite curious. I can't even find an Ice Snow Rabbit, so how did you catch them?" Xi Luomeng asked, looking at the rabbits being taken away.
"I found them. I happened to see these two rabbits fighting, and I took advantage of the situation," Xia Feng said with a smile.
Hearing Xia Feng's explanation, Xi Luomeng nodded. It was indeed possible; she could only say that Xia Feng was lucky.
"Why are you here alone?" Xi Luomeng asked Xia Feng out of boredom.
"I'm going inside."
Xia Feng pointed towards Qian Song Lake.
Xi Luomeng was startled upon hearing this and asked, "You're going into Qian Song Lake?"
"Yes," Xia Feng nodded.
"Don't you know how dangerous it is in there? And with your strength, and being alone, it's no different from seeking death."
Although Xi Luomeng's words were blunt, her tone conveyed concern, as she didn't want Xia Feng to needlessly throw his life away.
"It's alright. For me, it's like strolling in my own backyard," Xia Feng said with a smile, using a metaphor.
Xi Luomeng: ...
This was the first time in Xi Luomeng's life she had heard someone brag to such an extent.
"Do you perhaps not know your own strength?" Xi Luomeng asked Xia Feng seriously.
"Didn't you already figure it out?" Xia Feng retorted.
"We're also an exploration team. I won't try to dissuade you anymore. If you had come earlier, you could have gone in with my brother; at least you would have had company."
Seeing Xia Feng's insistence on going in, Xi Luomeng said no more. After all, choosing the profession of exploration meant being prepared for death early on.
To die in the most dangerous place was the greatest respect for this profession.
Xia Feng chatted casually with Xi Luomeng for a while, after which the three team members finished roasting the rabbit meat and brought it over on a large plate.
Xia Feng took out a few seasonings from Earth from his pocket.
These were prepared by his friends, including Guo Min Xiao Wang, when he was about to go cultivate in the Kunlun Mountains. Xia Feng still had some with him.
Now they came in handy. Roasted meat without Earth seasonings would lack a lot in flavor.
"What is this?" Xi Luomeng asked, looking at the seasonings Xia Feng had taken out.
"With this, the rabbit meat will be much tastier," Xia Feng said, pouring some onto the rabbit meat and taking a bite.
This was the taste. In the Immortal Realm, to taste Earth's flavors, these seasonings were a must.
The four women, seeing Xia Feng sprinkle the substance on the rabbit meat and eat it with relish, became very curious.
Xi Luomeng also smelled a unique aroma, and her mouth began to water. After swallowing, she looked at Xia Feng and asked, "Can we also try your stuff?"
"Of course," Xia Feng gestured.
Hearing this, Xi Luomeng picked up the seasoning, poured some on as Xia Feng had done, and then took a bite of the rabbit meat.
It was so fragrant!
Xi Luomeng almost cried with joy. She had never tasted such delicious roasted meat before. The feeling was indescribable, as if the deliciousness was dancing on her taste buds, sending waves of comfort through her entire body.
"Wh-what is this? It's so delicious?" Xi Luomeng exclaimed repeatedly.
The other three female team members, hearing this, followed Xi Luomeng's example and began to add the seasonings.
In an instant, everyone let out gasps of delight, exclaiming repeatedly, simply ecstatic.
They had never tasted such deliciousness.
"This is a specialty from my hometown. I'll give you the rest; I have more," Xia Feng said, looking at the seasonings on the plate.
Xi Luomeng wanted to refuse but couldn't bear to part with the recent delightful sensation. She swallowed her refusal and turned it into a brief "Thank you."
Of the two rabbits, Xia Feng ate half, while the remaining one and a half were devoured by Xi Luomeng and her three companions, who even gnawed on the bones.
Xi Luomeng didn't expect herself to lose her composure so much and looked at Xia Feng with an apologetic expression, not daring to meet his eyes.
"Alright, thank you all. I need to go in now," Xia Feng said, standing up.
"You're really going? It's really dangerous inside. I suggest you wait; my brother can scout ahead first." Having eaten Xia Feng's food, Xi Luomeng quickly stood up and called out to Xia Feng.
He definitely had to go in. The Kunlun Mirror was still waiting for him inside.
Xia Feng smiled upon hearing this and said, "It's fine. There's nowhere in the entire Immortal Realm I cannot go."