Chapter 13: Blizzard Chicken

Upon Max's request, the system provided a detailed explanation:

[ Host, there are two types of skills: active and passive. Active skills require the user to expend mana as fuel to activate them, while passive skills do not necessitate the use of mana.

Passive skills can be utilized by the host at any time without any limitations, and the proficiency of these skills increases as the host employs them more frequently.

When the host initially used mana-infused ingredients for cooking, the passive skill was subconsciously activated. In the future, the host can choose to activate or deactivate the skill at will.

Since mana chefs require complex calculations to infuse mana into food, the host's skill, 'The God of Cooking,' performs this task automatically.

As a result, the host doesn't need to actively perform these calculations; they simply need to activate the skill.

The host should remember to use the skill when necessary in their culinary endeavors. ]

Max now understood how his culinary skill worked and its relevance to mana-infused cooking

As Max delved deeper into the intricacies of his newfound abilities, he couldn't help but be intrigued by the passive skill that had manifested itself during his cooking endeavors.

His culinary skills had always been solid, but now, with this unexplained enhancement, he felt like a true maestro in the kitchen.

He now knew that this skill was a gift, a powerful ally in his culinary journey. The ability to infuse mana into dishes was a fundamental requirement for a mana chef, and Max had it at his disposal whenever he cooked with mana-infused ingredients.

It was like having a secret weapon that would ensure his dishes stood out in the world of Aiden.

As he continued his culinary preparations for the upcoming meal, Max couldn't wait to put "The God of Cooking" to the test. 

He was eager to see how this newfound skill would elevate his dishes and, in turn, impress the Baron and his esteemed guests.

As Max immersed himself in contemplation, his reverie was gently interrupted by a warm, clearing cough from Chef Edward—a reminder that the bustling kitchen demanded unwavering attention.

'Cough! Cough!'

"Hey there, young lad," Edward remarked, his tone firm yet understanding. "What's with the daydreaming? In the world of culinary arts, your eyes and your mind should never stray far from the kitchen and its ingredients."

Max, a seasoned 5-star chef in his previous life, felt a tinge of embarrassment wash over him. How could he, of all people, become so distracted?

The excitement of his newfound abilities had momentarily pulled him away from the culinary reality that surrounded him.

'What am I thinking?' Max chided himself silently, recognizing the need to refocus his attention on the task at hand.

With a deep breath, he directed his thoughts back to the art of cooking.

"Of course, Chef Edward," Max responded a hint of humility in his voice. "I apologize for my momentary lapse. It's my first time working with mana-infused ingredients, and I got a bit carried away with curiosity."

Chef Edward, appreciating Max's honesty and readiness to learn, offered a reassuring nod. 

"No harm done, lad. We all have our moments of wonder. Just remember, cooking with mana is a delicate dance. Stay vigilant, and you'll master it in no time."

With renewed determination, Max recentered his focus on the kitchen, ready to embrace the challenge of mana-infused cooking.

His earlier distraction served as a reminder that even experienced chefs had much to learn in the enchanting world of Aiden, where culinary arts and magic intertwined in ways he had never imagined. 

But as he was going to marinate the chicken, he found himself holding the meat in his hand, and an intriguing sensation coursed through him—a strange yet undeniably pure energy emanated from the meat. 

It wasn't mana; it was something different altogether, and Max couldn't help but be captivated by this discovery.

Unable to contain his curiosity, Max turned to Chef Edward, his voice filled with wonder, y

"Chef Edward, may I inquire about the type of animal meat this is?"

A knowing smile crossed Chef Edward's face, recognizing that Max had indeed lived up to his reputation as a seasoned chef. 

He nodded approvingly and began to explain, 

"Ah, young lad, you've sensed it too. You've got a keen palate, and you're right on the mark. 

This is the meat of a 1st-tier Blizzard Chicken, known for containing the elemental essence of fire. What you're feeling is the residue of the fire element that resides within it."

Edward went on to provide Max with a deeper understanding of the elemental aspects of their world.

"You see, Max, in our world, we have four primary elements, often referred to as the mother elements: fire, water, earth, and air. These elements are the foundation of all magic and existence. Beyond them, there are various other elements classified as secondary or branch elements, such as ice, which is a child element of water."

Max absorbed this newfound knowledge with keen interest, realizing that mana beasts, like the Blizzard Chicken, possessed a unique blend of elemental properties.

The meat he held in his hand, infused with the fire element, was a testament to the rich diversity of their world's magical fauna.

Edward continued, shedding light on the significance of this particular dish, "You see, lad, the Baron, and his relatives are fire mages. This meat is specially prepared for them, aligning with their affinity for the fire element."

Max nodded in understanding, his culinary expertise expanding to include not just the art of cooking but also the intricate interplay of elemental magic within their culinary creations.

As he marinated the chicken with newfound reverence, he couldn't help but feel a deep appreciation for the depth and complexity of Aiden's culinary traditions.

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