Returning to the Naruto World, Setsuna took a deep breath, feeling an imnse sense of familiarity. "The Naruto World really feels safer after all."
Although the Toriko World was wonderful, and he had the backing of two powerful figures, danger was unreasonable. Just look at Teppei, Jiro's grandson.
His grandfather and grandmother were both invincible powerhouses, yet even with such a strong background, he could still be plotted against by forces behind the scenes.
Even if he had Don Don Sli as external support, summoning that support ca with a cost.
Furthermore, the plot was about to go into overdrive soon. Those powerful beings could destroy worlds on a whim, and his own small fra couldn't even withstand the aftermath.
A wise man does not stand under a dangerous wall. It was better to return early.
He used to think the Naruto World was too dangerous, but now it seed like a warm and safe harbor.
Setsuna stretched lazily and headed towards Ichiraku Ran.
The ti he returned was early morning, just as dawn was breaking. A long line had already ford in front of Ichiraku Ran.
It had to be said that even a younger Teuchi's culinary skills were absolutely top-notch in Konoha.
Coupled with the affordable prices, this place was undoubtedly the breakfast choice for most Konoha residents.
Fortunately, Teuchi worked quickly. After queuing for twenty minutes, it was Setsuna's turn.
Setsuna said with great seriousness, "Teuchi-san, one bowl of Tonkotsu Miso Chashu Ran, please. You must give it your absolute best."
Faced with Setsuna's request, Teuchi was a bit bewildered but nodded gravely. "Yes, I will definitely make the best ran."
Under Setsuna's expectant gaze, a bowl of golden-toned Tonkotsu Ran was served.
The ran's surface had a layer of amber-colored oil, the broth was thick like lted gold, and the rising steam carried the rich, llow aroma of pork bones.
"I'm going to start eating," Setsuna reminded Don Sli.
The first step was to taste the original broth. The rich flavor of tonkotsu blood on the taste buds. Next, he lifted the noodles, with the sweetness of the wheat and the fragrance of the alkaline water danced between his teeth.
Finally, he put the chashu wrapped in egg yolk into his mouth. The rich, fatty oil lted between his lips and teeth, forming a trio with the savory saltiness of the soy sauce and the wheaty aroma of the noodles.
Even judging by the standards raised by his experiences in the Toriko World, this was undoubtedly a delicious dish.
The only flaw was that the ingredients might be a bit ordinary.
Setsuna didn't wait for Don Sli's response and finished the ran with a graceful yet swift motion, practically 'drinking' it.
Especially the last mouthful at the bottom of the bowl… that was the essence of the ran. Mixing all the remaining bits with the broth and swallowing it in one go felt like consuming the very soul of the entire bowl.
"Truly, the more ordinary the ingredients, the more they showcase true culinary skill," Setsuna praised and then asked, "Sli, what do you think?"
"Bastard, don't casually drop the 'Don' from my na!" Don Sli loudly accused, then fell into thought.
"Hmm, I actually have no record of this flavor. How to describe it... it's just ordinarily delicious. The ingredients are very ordinary, but after so kind of wonderful combination, they actually produce a miraculous deliciousness."
Don Sli evaluated from the perspective of a gourt, completely unconcerned about the bet's outco.
Setsuna inwardly breathed a sigh of relief, 'As expected of 'Otsutsuki Ichiraku', he even managed to earn a sowhat positive review from the lofty Don Sli.'
"Setsuna kid, you win. Quickly tell , where did you find this ran? I've actually never eaten it before."
"That's because we are no longer in the original universe. You can extend your perception and observe for yourself," Setsuna revealed the answer, lifting the restrictions on his Gourt Cells.
Don Sli perceived the outside world through the Gourt Cells, looking rather puzzled. "What color universe is this?"
Setsuna said calmly, "This isn't one of the five-colored universes you know. It's another universe within the multiverse."
Even with Don Sli's vast experience, he was shocked speechless. It took him a while to co back to his senses and ask, "Are you telling the truth?"
Setsuna smiled, "Aren't you the self-proclaid Cosmic Emperor? Can't you even determine that much?"
"No, I'm just too shocked." Don Sli first fell silent, then suddenly burst into manic laughter.
"To think you have such an opportunity! Haha, I acknowledge you, Setsuna kid... No, I won't call you 'kid' anymore. Setsuna, let us conquer the various universes together and eat the ultimate delicacies of each one!"
In response to Don Sli's fervent cries, Setsuna only sighed, "Although I don't want to shatter your illusions, I must tell you that the combined upper limit of all the delicious food in other universes might not necessarily surpass that of your ho universe."
Don Sli didn't seem to mind, "When you reach my level, you'll understand that enjoying delicious food is actually about savoring life itself. Every dish is a condensed mont in ti, carrying the breath of the land, the dedication of the artisan, and the anticipation of the diner. What I look forward to is precisely the gourt heritage of each universe."
"You really know how to spin pretty words," Setsuna said, sowhat speechless, 'Who was the one throwing a tantrum earlier because the food didn't suit his taste?'
"Don't just stand there! Quickly take to enjoy other delicacies in this universe!" Don Sli urged loudly.
"No, it's already over." Setsuna paid and walked out of the ran shop.
"Over?" Don Sli was confused.
"Yeah, there are no other delicacies," Setsuna nodded.
"No other delicacies?" Don Sli repeated chanically.
"If I had to na so, would barbecue and mitarashi dango count?" Setsuna asked.
Don Sli fell silent. Barbecue heavily relied on the quality of the at. Judging by the ingredient quality in the ran he just had, it was hard to have high expectations for barbecue.
As for mitarashi dango... was that sothing a Cosmic Emperor should eat?
"So... you're saying I'll have to eat that ran for every al from now on?" Don Sli asked, utterly dejected.
"Of course not." Don Sli's spirits lifted, only to hear Setsuna continue, "I have to go on missions sotis. I won't be in the village every day."
After a mont of silence, Don Sli freaked out. "I want to go back! Let out!"
Setsuna laughed. "Weren't you just saying you savor life and ti itself?"
"Is a life without gourt food even a life? There's nothing to savor!"
Setsuna tried to soothe him, "Don't panic. We just need to wait a year, and then we can go to another universe. The next universe probably won't be as barren as this one."
"I hope so," Don Sli said listlessly.
"A bet is a bet. You have to listen to now," Setsuna said with a smile.
"Fine, fine, I'll listen to you."
"The first thing I want you to do is learn this world's power system." Setsuna planned to have Don Sli wake him up if he fell under a Genjutsu, just like a Perfect Jinchuriki.
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