Reborn as the Darling of the Delta

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Chapter 5 The Ultimate Gourmet

"What? Hafk actually used Zhang Hao for human experiments?"

Upon hearing Mai Xiaowen's words, Weilong's anger flared up immediately.

"Do they even know the consequences of doing this? Damn it, he's only 16 years old. Why should he have to suffer like this? That despicable Hafk! Should we report this to GTI and put Hafk Corporation on trial? Human experimentation is strictly prohibited worldwide."

Wei Long said with a gloomy face.

"Alright, let's not think about those extreme things anymore. Deep Blue will handle those matters. What we need to do now is protect Zhang Hao and keep him away from the cruelty of war. Deep Blue has also contacted the country through the embassy to see what the country's attitude is towards Zhang Hao, and we also need to see what Zhang Hao himself thinks."

Mai Xiaowen patted Weilong on the shoulder, then returned to her bedroom.

"Yes, what I need to do now is to become stronger so that I can better protect Xiao Hao."

Thinking of this, Wei Long clenched his fist and turned to go back to his room.

"Ding dong! Good news, host. 9527 is offering you a mystery shop once a month. Once a month, there are 3 random ability cards here. Not 999, not 599, not 299, you can draw one and take it home for only 199. How about that, host? Isn't it a pleasant surprise?"

Just as Zhang Hao sat down on the bed, 9527's voice popped into his head.

"199, good, good, so even you have a warehouse inspection mechanism, huh?"

Zhang Hao said helplessly.

"How could that be? Host, how could you think of others like that? This system is wholeheartedly dedicated to providing you with high-quality service. It's just that it's helping you integrate too slowly."

"Never mind, it's not a loss to have done 200 pulls anyway, I want the one on the far right."

Zhang Hao shook his head helplessly and spent 199 points to select the card on the right.

"Ding dong, congratulations to the host for obtaining the Gourmet (Advanced) Ability Card."

In an instant, a wealth of knowledge about cooking and food flooded into his brain like a tidal wave. Not only national cuisines, but also cuisines from all over the world were now within Zhang Hao's grasp.

Zhang Hao stared blankly at the shiny card in front of him and couldn't help but sigh.

"It seems I really am suited for logistics. Is this God's arrangement?"

9527 could only stare blankly as Zhang Hao stood there at a 45-degree angle, lost in his own melancholy. Though he had countless things to say, they all came out as just one sentence.

"Sigh... How could I have been so brain-dead?"

After calming down, Zhang Hao checked the time: 2:30. He decided to rest for a bit and then go to the kitchen to help prepare dinner. After all, having gained this ability, it wouldn't be worth it not to earn some favor points.

At 5 p.m., Shenlan stood at the kitchen door and looked at the little one in front of her and asked.

"Are you sure you can cook? Their tastes are all very different, and Terry and David eat a lot."

Seeing Shen Lan's worried look, Zhang Hao could only shake his head helplessly.

"Uncle Shenlan, trust me. Besides, if there's anything I can't accomplish, wouldn't I still need you by my side?"

"Hahaha, you're quite clever, kid. You know how to fit in. Alright, since you say you can do everything, I'm going to order now. If this meal satisfies me, how about I teach you to dance?"

Shenlan stared at the cute little guy with a smile. Back in the day, Zoya was just as cute as her. Unfortunately, ever since she went to the battlefield, she's been talking about Sugabule all the time. Now she's still on a mission outside. If she comes back and sees such a cute little guy, she'll probably scream and run over to leave lipstick marks all over his face.

Thinking of the student he taught back then, Shenlan couldn't help but feel a bit of a headache.

"How about I have a bowl of borscht, a big meat pie, and some Russian dumplings?"

Shenlan asked with a smile, "After all, this isn't our own country, so we should be careful with our food."

"Is that all? Uncle Shenlan, why don't you tell me the other people's preferences as well? I'll cover the entire dinner tonight."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Hao realized that these were all common dishes from Shenlan's hometown, and they weren't difficult to prepare, so he decided to book the entire dinner for tonight.

Upon hearing this, Shenlan burst into laughter.

"Kid, it's good to have motivation, but don't overwork yourself again, or Roy will nag you about bullying the wounded during dinner."

But when Zhang Hao heard this, he felt it was blatant disrespect, and he stared intently at Shen Lan.

"Uncle, I'm serious. Don't forget that China is a paradise for food lovers."

Seeing the little one's sullen face, even Deep Blue, who usually presents a serious demeanor in front of others, broke down in his composure.

"Alright, alright, I believe you, little guy. Weilong, Xiaowen and you are all from China, so you can handle it yourself. Although Luna usually eats more kimchi, I remember she is more interested in your cuisine. David is not a picky eater, as long as there is alcohol with his meals. Roy is also not a picky eater. As for Red Wolf and Terry, just get them some barbecue, that's all they like."

After listening to Shen Lan's words, Zhang Hao understood that Shen Lan was indeed worried about him getting tired, otherwise she wouldn't have ordered such casual dishes. Since that was the case, he would have to show his skills.

Zhang Hao nodded confidently and began bustling about in the kitchen. He skillfully handled the ingredients, and one delicious dish after another was born under his hands. The borscht was vibrant in color and exuded a rich aroma; the meat pie had a golden and crispy crust and a juicy and delicious filling; the Russian dumplings were small and exquisite, with a rich texture.

He also prepared classic Chinese dishes such as Kung Pao Chicken and Shredded Pork with Garlic Sauce, as well as Mapo Tofu for Wei Long and Beef Stew in Red Wine for David. The aroma of roasted meat filled the air.

To Shen Lan's astonishment, one dish after another, each exuding an irresistible aroma, was served.

"Wow, what's that smell? It smells so good! Weilong, come quick! I can smell Kung Pao Chicken!"

Mai Xiaowen scurried out of the room like a mouse, followed by Luna, Red Wolf, and the others who arrived at the restaurant one after another.

"Wow, Instructor Deep Blue, I never knew you could cook Chinese food, that's incredible."

As Mai Xiaowen spoke, she began to distribute the bowls and chopsticks. Seeing that everyone was seated, Shen Lan also brought out a bowl of rice from the kitchen.

"Hey, I didn't do this, it's the little guy's masterpiece!"

As Shen Lan spoke, he picked up Zhang Hao and placed him on his neck so that everyone could see him.

"Um, instructor, I don't mind you spoiling him like this, but you should also consider Xiao Hao's reaction. Kids are still very sensitive."

Mai Xiaowen pointed with a grin at Zhang Hao, whose face was flushed from the dark blue neck.

"Hmm? Is that so? It doesn't matter to me."

确实，张浩这个16岁的肉体也才1米66，连队伍里最矮的麦晓雯也有1米64，但是19岁的灵魂还是导致现在的他羞愧不已，在1米98的深蓝旁边确实太过瘦小。

"It's alright, kid. I really like the food you make. I'll take you to the jungle to train sometime and have some wild game. I guarantee it'll make you grow taller and stronger."

Uluru ate a bite of beef and drank a sip of wine. The more he looked at the kid, the more pleasing he became. He decided to take him to the Australian jungle for some training when he had a vacation.

"If you want to grow taller, you need to exercise more, kid. Your barbecue is delicious. Come find me when you have time, and I'll give you systematic training to ensure you grow tall."

As the tallest person here, Terry's stomach had long been conquered by Zhang Hao's cooking skills, and he patted his chest to guarantee it to Zhang Hao.

"Wow, it seems I really found a treasure. It's been so long since I've had such delicious Chinese food, don't you think, Sister Luna?"

Mai Xiaowen exclaimed in amazement as she ate, and took the opportunity to teach Luna, who was next to her, about some Chinese delicacies.

"It's a pity Zoya isn't here. I haven't had such delicious dumplings in a long time."

As Shen Lan spoke, he took another big dumpling for himself.

"Zhang Hao, why don't you come back with me? My daughter will definitely love your cooking."

"Hey, Roy, how could you poach people right in front of me? Right, Weilong?"

Wei Long remained silent, only quietly adding a third bowl of rice; the Mapo Tofu was just too delicious with rice.

Chapter 6? Military Boxing

After getting to know everyone, Zhang Hao spent a peaceful and relaxing week.

"Good morning, Sister Luna, Sister Xiaowen."

Early in the morning, the two girls saw the white-haired cutie wearing an apron making breakfast for everyone. Every morning, seeing such a good-looking boy making breakfast for them not only satisfied their stomachs but also pleased their eyes. Looking at this scene, Luna and Xiaowen felt particularly happy.

"Good morning, Zhang Hao, thank you for your hard work." Luna replied with a smile, her eyes full of joy.

Xiaowen nodded in agreement, "That's right, that's right, Hao Hao's breakfast is the best."

This week, by absorbing the points contributed by everyone, Zhang Hao also raised his charm value to 95.

The most obvious change is that he has become cuter in appearance. Secondly, there are some minor changes in his body. His height has reached an amazing 1.67 meters (Zhang Hao pointed his foot when measuring his height and was discovered but denied it). His once thin body has become stronger. His fluffy white hair is often attacked by Uluru and Deep Blue. Every time his hair is ruffled, it looks like a chicken coop that has been blown up, which makes everyone laugh.

"The physical examination results are in. Congratulations, Zhang Hao, you are now as healthy as can be."

After getting off the operating table, Roy picked up Zhang Hao and spun him around a few times.

"It's unbelievable. You were severely malnourished before. It's a miracle that you managed to escape from the Tower of Babel to the dam. I really don't know what your body is like."

"Who knows? Maybe it's because I underwent the same kind of transformation as Superman in the Tower of Babel. But that's probably why I didn't choose to return to China. I need to find out about my origins."

Just two days ago, Deep Blue found Zhang Hao.

"Xiao Hao, I regret to inform you that your memory may have indeed been tampered with. GTI investigated the information you mentioned about the places you once lived in China, but the results all proved that there is no such person as you in China."

Hearing these words, Zhang Hao already knew that this memory was not from this world. If he really wanted to investigate, he would probably have to look up Hafk's file to understand him. His combat power was far beyond that of a normal person. Last time he entered that state, he wiped out a well-equipped Hafk guard squad all by himself. The only problem was that he lost consciousness. Last time, he was brought back by Asara's shield soldier's shout. But what if he suddenly broke out again and never woke up again?

"Hey, don't be so discouraged. There's good news. According to the blood sample Roy provided to your country, it's confirmed that you are a pure-blooded Chinese. Your country still welcomes you. So, what's your choice?"

Hearing the news, the others came over. Mai Xiaowen looked at the boy she had treated like a younger brother. Although she was a little reluctant, she thought about Asara's current situation and said...

"Xiao Hao, you should go back. Although there may not be any familiar places there, China is still the safest country in the world, just like you remember. Be good, go back to China. I'll come back to see you whenever I have a vacation."

The others were also discussing it amongst themselves, but the final conclusion was that it was better to go back to China and not be caught in the crossfire here.

"No, I'm not leaving. I want to find my memories here, and I can also help you with logistics."

After thinking for a moment, Zhang Hao's words surprised everyone.

"Xiaohao, don't be silly. It's dangerous here. Be a good girl and go back to China. Xiaowen and I will come to see you when we have time."

Wei Long couldn't understand why his usually well-behaved younger brother had suddenly become rebellious. This was no child's play; there was always danger to his life here, and he didn't want anything to happen to Zhang Hao while he was here.

“I know all of this, Brother Hao, but I can’t let go of those unknown memories from the past 16 years. I have to dig out the secrets that Hafk buried in me.”

Looking at the stubborn boy in front of them, everyone was in a dilemma. They couldn't bear to be harsh with him, but they also didn't want him to stay in this war-torn place.

"If you insist on staying here, it's not impossible. We'll give you some challenging tests. If you can pass our tests within three months, we'll agree to let you stay. What do you think?"

While everyone was still figuring out how to persuade Zhang Hao to go home, Shen Lan offered her opinion directly. Before they could even speak, Zhang Hao agreed.

"Okay, I agree."

So, over the next three months, Zhang Hao will begin to grow in their training until he is able to protect himself in Asara.

"So, Brother Hao, why are you practicing the military boxing style that you learned during military training?"

In an open space, Zhang Hao watched Wei Long practicing standard military boxing with a speechless expression.

"Hey, Xiao Hao, the military boxing you guys practiced during military training was all about following the rules, but when it comes to real combat, don't underestimate this military boxing. You have to use it flexibly to bring out its full potential."

Watching Wei Long teach him, and thinking about the assessment in three months, Zhang Hao also put in his best effort, following Wei Long's movements to learn military boxing.

Not far away, two figures were watching the moving white fur ball.

"Sister Luna, I'll teach him the basics of hacking, what will you teach him?"

Luna smiled mysteriously.

"As for me, I'll teach him shooting and wilderness survival skills. There could be dangers everywhere in Asara, so he needs to learn how to protect himself in the wild and also develop accurate shooting skills, which might come in very handy in the future."

Xiaowen nodded, her eyes full of anticipation. The more she thought about the boy with the same white hair as her, who would sweetly call her "sister" when they were alone, the redder her face became.

"That's true, it's always good to learn more skills. Xiao Hao is a smart kid, maybe he can really pass the test within three months."

At this point, Wei Long had finished teaching military boxing and began correcting Zhang Hao's movements.

"Xiao Hao, pay attention to the power and speed of your punches, as well as your footwork. Be more agile."

Zhang Hao listened intently, practicing again and again. Sweat soaked his clothes, but his eyes grew increasingly determined. He knew that only through three months of arduous training could he get closer to regaining his memories and truly gain a foothold in the war-torn Asara.

"Alright, that's enough for today's boxing. Next up is the classic 5-kilometer run."

Wei Long smiled at Zhang Hao. You know, when he first joined the army, besides eating and sleeping, the most he did was run 5 kilometers.

"Huh? Brother Hao, I've only just recovered. Why are you being so cruel to me?"

Zhang Hao looked at the wicked smile on Wei Long's face and said with a wry smile.

"Hey, you're still young and have a lot of potential. Besides, you need to know that physical strength is also crucial on the battlefield. So, 5 kilometers is just the beginning, Xiao Hao. Go and watch Red Wolf's training sometime. They use 10-kilometer cross-country runs as a warm-up. Of course, that's still too early for you right now."

Wei Long patted Zhang Hao on the shoulder, then kicked Zhang Hao in the butt with a wicked grin.

“Gogogo, let’s go!”

Chapter 7 Why are you blushing?

"Oh, Xiaowen, I'm exhausted today."

Zhang Hao lay on Mai Xiaowen's bed, playing her latest game console.

"Hmph, you're already complaining about being tired? Why were you so stubborn when I told you to come back to China before?"