Law didn't know about the dangers Sanbica encountered on Alcatraz Island, nor did he know the unknown secrets hidden on that island.
After receiving Linne's approval, Machi was brought over by Beans, though she seemed quite uncomfortable.
In the original timeline, Machi would never have had any interaction with old monsters like Netero, Maha, or Linne. However, due to Law's influence and interference, she came into contact with these people now.
At first, Machi was visibly uneasy. But after tasting a piece of dried radish, her entire focus shifted to the small dish of radish and bean sprouts. She had never experienced such exquisite flavors before.
The elders and Law watched as Machi buried herself in the meal. The quiet room became very quiet, with only the sound of Machi chewing her food.
For Linne, seeing someone enjoy her culinary creations had once been her greatest joy. However, after living for so long, she had grown indifferent to such things.
After a while, Machi, oblivious to the onlookers, finished every last bit of the delicacies Linne had prepared. When she finally looked up and met everyone's gaze, she felt a wave of embarrassment.
Her personality was more masculine, and she rarely felt shy. But at this time, she lowered her head, wishing she could disappear into the ground.
Although her mastery of Nen was still rudimentary, she could sense that Maha and Linne were unfathomably powerful. She believed that the Aura she had felt earlier belonged to them.
"It tastes great, right?" Law asked, looking at Machi, who was keeping her head down and not saying anything.
"Um."
Machi slowly raised her head, then glanced at Law beside her. After hesitating for a moment, she said, "It's even better than the Buddha Jumps Over the Wall you made for us last time!"
She didn't know how else to describe the incredible flavors she had just experienced. The best thing she had ever eaten before was the Buddha Jumps Over the Wall that Law had prepared. But the combination of dried radish, bean sprouts, and seasoning had surpassed even that.
So after some thought, she could only compare it to Law's Buddha Jumps Over the Wall to express her feelings.
"..." Law felt as if he had been struck by an arrow.
'Did she have to be so blunt...!'
Law thought with pain.
In fact, he agreed with her assessment. However, his Buddha Jumps Over the Wall still had room for improvement. And as long as he can find higher-quality ingredients, he could elevate the dish to another level.
"Buddha Jumps Over the Wall?" Linne suddenly asked.
Her knowledge of Law was limited to what Netero had told her. She knew that Law's culinary skills were impressive, but what intrigued her more was that the dish Netero had mentioned seemed to have some connection to a recipe she had obtained from the Zoldyck Family.
Law was grateful for the meal Linne had prepared. When she asked about Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, he explained the dish in detail, even describing how to make it.
Seeing Law so readily share the recipe, Linne gained a higher opinion of him.
However, while Buddha Jumps Over the Wall was a famous dish in Fujian cuisine, it was also a widely known dish. Many chefs knew how to prepare it, with the difference lying in how well it was executed.
Law didn't see any issue with sharing the recipe, especially since the person asking might be the world's greatest Gourmet Hunter.
Netero, noticing that Linne seemed to want to say something, quickly interjected: "Law, that Buddha Jumps Over the Wall sounds quite interesting. Why don't you handle dinner tonight and let us old folks have a taste?"
After hearing Netero's words, Linne closed her slightly open mouth and remained silent. She also wanted to try the Buddha Jumps Over the Wall cooked by Law.
"I can do that, but I don't have the ingredients," Law said.
"That's not a problem." Netero smiled.
That evening, Netero had someone deliver all the ingredients that Law needed, including the utensils that would be used.
As Law began preparing the meal, Linne entered the kitchen. She was deeply interested in the dish Buddha Jumps Over the Wall. In terms of preparation, it shared similarities with the seasoning she had created.
Moreover, her Nen Ability had been developed specifically for cooking, excelling at perfectly blending the flavors of various ingredients. Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, being a dish that combined a wide variety of ingredients, naturally piqued her interest.
"If you mind, I can leave." Linne said, leaning on a dragon-headed cane as she stood by the stove, watching Law work.
Law glanced at her and smiled, "It's okay."
Seeing his response, Linne stayed, standing silently to the side.
Law started to work, and right in front of Linne, he used his Nen Ability as a makeshift knife to process the ingredients in an instant.
The process was mesmerizing, and his efficiency far surpassed that of any chef in the world. Thanks to his improved mastery of Nen Techniques, Law's handling of the ingredients was even more meticulous than before.
Watching Law effortlessly prepare the ingredients, a glimmer of light appeared in Linne's cloudy eyes. Law's Nen Ability, which seemed developed for the sake of cooking, struck a chord deep within her.
As time passed, Linne continued to observe Law's cooking process of Buddha Jumps Over the Wall.
The preparation of Buddha Jumps Over the Wall was intricate and time-consuming, but Linne watched with great interest.
At her age, there were few things that could captivate her attention, but this was one of them.
Seeing that Law was about to finish, Linne had several questions, but she refrained from interrupting him and just watched quietly.
Even after Law placed the jar containing eighteen high-grade ingredients on the stove, she still didn't voice her thoughts.
She noticed that Law used his ability to break down the seasonings and auxiliary ingredients, infusing them into the main ingredients. Even after the jar was on the stove, he continued to envelop it with his Aura, though she wasn't sure of its purpose.
She had questions but chose not to ask.
After watching Law complete the Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, Linne gave him a slight nod and turned to leave.
She wanted to find a suitable candidate to pass on her inheritance .
For now, Law was her tentative choice. As for his character, she didn't care much, as she had five years, or even longer, to observe him.
Linne hadn't spent much time with Law, so she couldn't say she had a favorable impression of him, but her first impression had already surpassed the passing mark.
'Finally I met... a promising seedling.'
On the way back to her room, Linne thought to herself.
From beginning to end, she never considered whether Law would agree. From her perspective, such an opportunity was something no one could refuse.
Three hours later, Buddha Jumps Over the Wall was ready.
The meal wasn't served in Netero's quiet room, but in a modern dining area.
Everyone took their seats, including Beans, who was off duty and fortunate enough to taste Law's Buddha Jumps Over the Wall.
This version of the Buddha Jumps Over the Wall was made with ingredients all rated C-grade or higher, making it quite the lavish creation.
Law removed the aura and lid from the jar, releasing an intoxicating aroma that filled the room and made everyone's mouths water.
They quickly devoured the entire jar of Buddha Jumps Over the Wall. While everyone else praised the dish, Linne remained silent.
When everyone's bowls were empty, Linne suddenly made a request: she wanted Law to follow her.
As soon as she made the request, Maha's slightly narrowed eyes opened a bit wider, while Netero smiled without saying a word.