The main dining hall of the Taichu Sovereign Ark was bathed in warm, golden light.
Wide crystal observation windows lined both sides of the spacious hall.
Through the port windows, the pristine snowy peaks of Mount Kunlun sparkled under the midday sun.
Through the starboard windows, the colossal three-thousand-foot bronze doors of the Immortal Gate loomed, revealing the swirling crimson mists of the Upper Realm.
At the center of the hall, six large brass stockpots simmered over gentle spiritual flames.
A heavenly fragrance filled the air.
It was the rich aroma of chicken bone broth, dried river shrimp, toasted sesame oil, and freshly minced ginger.
Grandma Chen stood behind the service counter wearing her favorite floral cotton apron.
