Chương 74: Culinary Chaos and Court Revelations

Chapter 74: Culinary Chaos and Court Revelations

After they had both composed themselves, Zed and Jadyn emerged from the Rehabilitation center, stepping out onto the bustling street. The air was thick with the scent of street food and the hum of hover vehicles passing overhead. Zed's mind raced, still processing the intense training session and the unexpected intimacy that followed.

"I wish I could cook for you," Jadyn said, a hint of regret in her voice as they walked. "But my culinary skills are about as advanced as a malfunctioning food synthesizer [a device that creates food from base ingredients]."

Zed chuckled, his hand brushing against hers. The casual touch sent a jolt through him, a reminder of their growing connection. "I don't mind. Besides, I hear the restaurants around here can make lab-grown meat taste better than the real thing."