The Royal Military Academy's Impostor Owns a Dungeon [BL] novel Chapter 661

Chapter 661: The Sacred Word: Dessert

Ah, but of course, it was because he didn’t know any better.

Had he known in advance what awaited those who finished their main dishes, then he wouldn’t have been stuck eating those noodles just to stretch out his meal.

Mmm! Those oh-so-glorious noodles!

But Shadow Uno couldn’t possibly have regrets. After imitating the great chipmunk’s method of soaking noodles and watching them unfurl into silky strands of goodness, he was rewarded with flavors so intense he almost remembered his entire childhood.

Their mouths burned, their tongues tingled, and yet every time they quenched it with cold drinks, gasping "AHHH!" in relief after chugging, they still dove right back in for another round. Addictive didn’t even begin to describe it.

To begin with, they had already been converted to the religion of rice. It wasn’t that the people of the Empire had no concept of rice, but what they knew was a sad, pebble-like version of it.

And then Butler Gary of House Kyros had changed their lives. He taught them to put juicy viands on top of steaming rice, letting it soak up every drop of savory goodness. Uno felt like he had discovered entire uncharted planes just from that simple revelation.

So imagine their awe when noodles proved to be just as heavenly after soaking in all that same richness.

Uncontrollable slurping echoed across the hall, a chorus of ravenous devotion. And while mouths were too busy chewing to form words, stomping feet pounded the floor, sending a steady rhythm of approval and glee.

At one point, the shy young Lord had to stand up and remind everyone not to overdo it—especially if they were eating from the spicy broth.

Then, to everyone’s shock, he calmly picked up a bowl.

"I’ll have mine as soup since I’m winding down," he explained, ladling broth into it.

Gasps rang out.

"Luca, is it really possible to consume it as a soup?" Duchess Amelia asked curiously, her eyes widening.

"Yes, Mom!" Luca nodded earnestly. "I read that it’s a good way to finish the main course! And I think with how rich this is, it’ll be great right before dessert!"

Dessert.

Princess Nina’s tiny body trembled at the sacred word. Her eyes locked onto Luca like twin beams of determination, practically burning through him as she tried to convey her boundless excitement for what came next.

Luca caught Princess Nina’s trembling excitement and couldn’t help but want to indulge the adorable child. Her little hands clutched at the tablecloth, her eyes shining like twin stars.

So he leaned forward and said gently, "Nina, would you like to hear about the dessert choices?"

Her ears practically twitched. Choices?! There were choices?!

Not only her, but it seemed as if the entire hall had suddenly become attuned to Luca’s voice. Imaginary ears popped up everywhere, stretching and enlarging just to catch each syllable. Chopsticks froze in midair, bowls were abandoned, and the sound of slurping died off in an instant.

Luca chuckled softly. He had only been speaking to the little princess, but now the entire gathering was staring at him with the anticipation of soldiers awaiting their commander’s orders.

"According to what I read," he explained, his cheeks pink with shyness, "dairy-based products are good for the stomach, especially after eating spicy hotpot. So, I thought of making a few things."

The crowd leaned forward as one.

He smiled at Nina. "There’s our usual ice cream, but this time, if anyone is interested, you can also try it as an ice cream sandwich."

"Ahh..." A low wave of wonder coursed through the diners, several gripping their tables.

"And," Luca continued, "I also have fresh fruits. If you’d like, you can dip them in chocolate."

Gasps broke out, wide eyes darting toward the fruit platters like treasure just revealed.

The sight alone nearly brought the table to tears. 𝘧𝘳𝘦ℯ𝓌𝘦𝒷𝘯𝑜𝑣𝘦𝓁.𝒸𝘰𝓂

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