Becoming the Demon Lord: Taming the Demon Queen Begins

The grand assembly was just around the corner, and tomorrow, all the sects would head to Sky Sanctuary.

It was barely dawn, but the disciples and elders on the mountain were already busy preparing.

They arranged for disciples to patrol, checked the formations for any irregularities, and set up various things.

In the current world, the only force capable of hosting such a grand assembly and summoning all the sects was Sky Sanctuary.

Naturally, this event filled the disciples of Sky Sanctuary with immense pride.

They felt not only the honor of being part of Sky Sanctuary but also deep reverence for their goddess.

Timothy was just about to step outside when, as soon as he opened the door, he saw Azura standing there.

"Good morning."

Seeing Timothy, Azura immediately looked up, greeting him with a bright smile, her little tail even wagging slightly.

It was obvious she had been waiting there for a while.

"What brings you here?" Timothy couldn't help but feel a bit curious.

After all, Azura was known for being a little lazy dragon. On a normal day, if there was nothing urgent, she wouldn't get out of bed even if the sun was high in the sky.

For her to be up this early, waiting outside for him, something was definitely off.

When something unusual happens, there's always a reason. This little one was definitely up to something.

Maybe it was because Timothy's insight had sharpened after reaching the Holy Emperor level, but his gaze made Azura feel like she was being completely seen through.

With a sheepish grin, she finally confessed, "Hehe, remember how you promised to make me that 'three-way fish' as a reward yesterday? Well, I'm here for the fish."

Azura's tail swayed a little, clearly feeling a bit embarrassed.

Her words almost made Timothy burst out laughing.

Who shows up first thing in the morning just to eat?

Looking at Azura, who was trying her best to hold back but was clearly itching with anticipation, Timothy could easily imagine how restless she must have been the entire night.

She probably even drooled on her pillow dreaming about it.

Where else could you find such a gluttonous dragon?

"Alright, alright, I'll keep my promise and make you one."

Even though it was way too early for a big meal, Timothy couldn't help but agree, half-amused, half-exasperated.

If he made her wait until noon, she'd probably start gnawing on rocks out of sheer hunger.

"Yay!"

Hearing this, Azura's eyes lit up with excitement.

Her eyes sparkled, and she was overjoyed, practically bouncing on her toes. She had completely forgotten about the time she and Holy Maiden Aeliana were trapped in the depths of the Sepulcher of the Sacred not too long ago.

Her ability to let go of grudges so easily was quite different from the rest of her dragon kin.

After seating Azura at the table to wait, Timothy headed to the kitchen. From the system's marketplace, he pulled out a top-quality Golden Scale Dragon Carp.

"A three-way fish—this unique cooking style from Blue Star is something no one else on the continent of Elant has ever seen."

With a wave of his hand, Timothy conjured three stoves and divided the Golden Scale Dragon Carp into three parts: the head, the body, and the tail.

Before long, the sound of cooking filled the air, accompanied by an incredibly mouth-watering aroma that spread throughout the room.

Aside from the unique cooking method, Timothy infused spiritual energy into the process.

The spiritual energy of a Holy Emperor-level cultivator was the purest and most concentrated form of energy in the world.

With the food bathed in this energy, any ingredient would be elevated to new heights, let alone the rare and precious Golden Scale Dragon Carp.

Soon, the rich fragrance completely filled the kitchen.

Azura, who had been sitting at the table trying her best to stay calm, was now struggling to hold back.

Her eyes were glued to the direction of the kitchen, completely entranced by the smell.

"Sluuurp..."

"No, no, I'm the Dragon King! I can't be drooling like a little kid!"

"Just hold on a bit longer, just a little longer!"

Azura clenched her tiny fists, trying her best to convince herself.

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Before long, with the rich aroma filling the air, Timothy finally finished cooking the three-way fish.

He placed it on a large platter, and even he couldn't help but feel his appetite stir at the sight of it.

"All done! Time to eat!"

He called out from the kitchen, walking out with the platter. The fish was still steaming, the scent of freshly cooked oil and spices wafting through the air.

But as soon as Timothy stepped out, he saw Azura sitting at the table, her eyes glazed over.

And, without her even realizing it, a glistening trail of drool was slowly dripping from the corner of her mouth, dangerously close to landing on the table.

Timothy couldn't help but feel both amused and exasperated.

He'd seen people get hungry before, but Azura's level of hunger was something else entirely.

If he took her out in public, who would ever believe she was the Dragon King?

Just imagine those sects that treated Dragon's saliva like a priceless treasure. If they knew about Azura, they'd probably invite her to their sect immediately, feeding her carp every day just to collect as much drool as possible.

"It's ready. You might want to watch your image a bit, or how are you ever going to find someone to marry when you grow up?"

Timothy chuckled as he set the colorful platter of fish on the table, then grabbed a napkin to wipe the drool from Azura's mouth.

It was only then that Azura snapped out of her daze.

Her eyes lit up the moment they landed on the fish.

Not only did the aroma make her mouth water, but the fish itself was a work of art.

The head was a deep red, coated in a rich braised sauce. The body was steamed to perfection, its natural color shining through. And the tail was fried to a golden crisp. The three distinct sections of the fish, each with its own color and texture, complemented each other beautifully.

It looked less like food and more like a meticulously crafted piece of art.

For a brief moment, Azura almost didn't want to ruin it by digging in.

But the hunger gnawing at her stomach was too much to bear, like a little monster scratching at her insides. She couldn't hold back any longer.

"Well, if you insist, I won't hold back!"

With a quick slurp, Azura grabbed a fork, her hands moving as fast as lightning.

"Mmm! So good!"

"Crunch, crunch, it's amazing!"

Her words were muffled, barely coherent, as she stuffed her face with the fish.

The braised fish head was soaked in the rich sauce, the skin smooth and tender, with a texture almost like jelly.

On Blue Star, carp wasn't usually steamed, but the Golden Scale Dragon Carp was different. The steamed body perfectly preserved the fish's natural fragrance. It was tender, flavorful, and completely free of any fishy or muddy taste.

As for the tail, it was so delicious that Azura nearly shouted in excitement.

The crispy, golden-fried tail crackled with every bite, filling her mouth with an explosion of flavor.

The three distinct tastes had Azura completely lost in the experience, savoring every bite.

She was so absorbed in the meal that she didn't even notice the shadowy figure quietly approaching from outside the house.