Chapter 1020: Chapter 1020: Went To The Herbs Store

However, these large steamed buns filled with sweet ingredients offered both physical fullness and culinary enjoyment at the exact same time, all for a low price. As a result, the new product became unexpectedly popular across the district.

"Young Lady Bai, we even have a brand-new filling now." Auntie Su announced proudly, leaning over the counter.

"Oh?" Bai Xifeng’s ears immediately perked up at the mention of new food. "What flavour is it?"

"Sweet potato filling!" Auntie Su declared proudly, lifting the lid of a bamboo steamer to reveal a fresh batch.

The moment she heard that answer, Bai Xifeng’s eyes lit up with excitement. "Now that is exactly what I wanted to hear."

She immediately began placing a massive order. "Auntie Su, give me ten sweet potato buns, ten red bean paste buns, and ten of your classic beef stew buns."

Then, she suddenly remembered the person standing quietly beside her. Turning toward Pan Biya, Bai Xifeng smiled generously.

"Senior Sister Pan, what would you like to have? It is entirely on me today." Then Bai Xifeng added enthusiastically, "Everything here tastes absolutely great. Do not hold back at all, Senior Sister."

"Then I will just take one of each flavour to try." Pan Biya chuckled softly, charmed by her junior’s passion for food.

"You heard her, Auntie Su." Bai Xifeng immediately relayed the order.

"Alright, alright! I will pack everything up nicely for you girls." Auntie Su replied, quickly moving to wrap the steaming buns in clean paper.

While Auntie Su was preparing the large orders, Bai Xifeng’s nose caught another scent, and she wandered over to another nearby stall. The owner there immediately spotted her approaching and greeted her with the exact same level of frantic enthusiasm.

"Young Lady Bai! Come here, come over here!"

The vendor was an elderly man named Uncle Meng. Unlike Auntie Su, Uncle Meng specialised entirely in roasted peanuts and various traditional snack foods. Before meeting Bai Xifeng, he had only ever sold a single, plain salted flavour of peanuts. However, after receiving several creative seasoning ideas from Bai Xifeng during her last visit, he had begun experimenting with different spices and secret ingredients.

His stall sold numerous varieties, ranging from spicy and savoury to sweet and fragrant. The local customers absolutely loved the increased selection, and his business had steadily improved ever since.

"Pack me two jin of every single flavour you have." Bai Xifeng ordered immediately, without even asking for the price.

"Alright! Right away!" Uncle Meng nodded happily, scooping the crunchy peanuts into large paper bags.

"Senior Sister Pan, do you want some peanuts to snack on?" Bai Xifeng asked, turning back around.

Pan Biya immediately shook her head, waving her hands in refusal. "No, no. Thank you, but I cannot eat peanuts. They don’t agree with me."

"Oh, I see." Bai Xifeng did not press the matter any further, respecting her preferences.

Before long, both Auntie Su and Uncle Meng finished preparing their respective orders, handing over the heavy, fragrant packages. Bai Xifeng paid for everything without a single moment of hesitation, handing over the coins with a smile.

"Senior Sister Pan, do you want to eat them right now?" Bai Xifeng asked, looking down at the warm steamed buns Pan Biya had just received in her hands.

Pan Biya shook her head gently. "No, not right now. I think I will store them inside my inner world first and enjoy them slowly when we get back."

"Then let me store them in my storage rune instead." Bai Xifeng suggested helpfully. "If you put them in there, they will remain completely fresh and piping hot the entire time, no matter how long we walk."

"Really?" Pan Biya’s eyes widened in genuine surprise, her curiosity thoroughly piqued. "What an incredibly convenient ability to have. Most storage spaces can’t keep food warm like that."

Without any further hesitation, she handed her freshly packed bundle of steamed buns over to her junior, trusting her completely.

Bai Xifeng smiled brightly and stored them away inside her specialized storage rune alongside her own massive stash, ensuring that the delicious treats would remain just as warm, soft, and fresh as they had been at the exact moment they were pulled from the vendor’s steamer.

With their hands free once more, the two girls continued strolling around the bustling marketplace together, taking in the sights and sounds of the lively city. A short while later, Pan Biya’s eyes caught sight of a prominent herb store nestled between two larger shops nearby. She immediately turned to Bai Xifeng and mentioned that she wanted to go inside and take a quick look around. Bai Xifeng nodded in easy agreement, and the two of them walked through the shop’s open doors side by side.

The storekeeper noticed the two girls the very moment they crossed the threshold. He quickly recognised the distinct design of their uniforms, identifying them as elite students from the prestigious Tianlong School. Not wanting to offend such important customers, he immediately put on a polite, exceptionally welcoming smile and stepped out from behind the counter.

"Welcome, Young Ladies." The storekeeper greeted them warmly, bowing slightly to show his respect. "How may I assist you today? We have a fresh shipment of high-quality ingredients that just arrived this morning."

Pan Biya wasted no time and got straight to the point. "Sir, do you happen to have any Sonic Stone Leaves in your inventory right now?"

Upon hearing the highly specific name of that rare herb, the storekeeper’s welcoming expression immediately turned deeply apologetic. He rubbed his hands together nervously.

"I am incredibly sorry, Young Lady. We currently do not have any stock of that particular item left in our storage." The storekeeper replied, his tone full of genuine regret. "It has been quite difficult to source lately."

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