Chapter 74: The Celestial Invitation

Victor stood in the quiet kitchen of the Demon King's Tavern, his mind spinning with the weight of the opportunity that had just been presented to him. The Celestial Culinary Trials—a competition held in the legendary Celestial Realm, where the finest chefs from across all realms gathered to prove their mettle. It was a dream, an honor, and a challenge that few would ever dare to face.

The woman who had brought this opportunity, Seraphine, was unlike any patron Victor had ever encountered. With her silver hair and piercing blue eyes, she exuded an air of mystery and authority. And her offer—to compete in the Trials—was a once-in-a-lifetime chance to elevate his cooking to heights he had never imagined.

"You have until the next celestial alignment to prepare," Seraphine had said as she finished her drink and rose to leave. "If you accept, the invitation will arrive in three days' time. Consider this carefully, Victor. The Trials are not for the faint of heart."