The evil forces roaming the heavens

Chapter 1887 Regiment Commander: "The cooking squad needs someone like you!"

In the busy kitchen, the cooks were tidying up.
When Instructor Sun led Zhang Cheng in, many people quickly greeted them.

"Squad Leader Wu, this is a student who came to help you! He has some cooking skills, so have him cook a couple of dishes later!"

As he spoke, Instructor Sun pulled Sergeant Wu aside and said, "If he can't handle it, remember to stop him!"

Looking at Instructor Sun with surprise, Squad Leader Wu asked doubtfully, "Stop him? Is he even capable of doing it?"

"I don't know, but he talks about the different cuisines like they're in a rhyming verse, like he's taking a postgraduate entrance exam. I can't help it! Besides, this kid has amazing stamina, he's like an animal! You can use him without worry!"

Patting Sergeant Wu on the shoulder, Instructor Sun smiled.
Upon hearing Instructor Sun's words, Squad Leader Wu looked puzzled and said, "If you can describe it as 'like livestock,' then it must be livestock!"

Looking awkwardly at Squad Leader Wu, Instructor Sun felt guilty.
Because he couldn't possibly say that Zhang Cheng had completely overwhelmed him on his very first day!
"Hey, new guy! What's your name?"

After seeing Instructor Sun off, Squad Leader Wu looked at Zhang Cheng and asked,
"Reporting, squad leader, my name is Zhang Cheng, the 'Cheng' in 'honesty and integrity'!"

Zhang Cheng saluted Squad Leader Wu, his face beaming with smiles.
"Okay, Xiao Zhang, right? Go wash the potatoes and chop them while you're at it. Let me see your skills!"

Seeing Zhang Cheng speak, Squad Leader Wu immediately issued the first task.
After all, washing and cutting potatoes are the most basic things a cook can do. If you can't even do that, you might as well pack your bags and get out of the kitchen!

"Yes!"

Addressing Squad Leader Wu, Zhang Cheng, with a strong voice, began to get busy.
Just as Zhang Cheng arrived at the basin of water, which was at least two arms wide, Sergeant Wu, who was standing nearby, was about to call for help when he witnessed an astonishing scene.

Because Zhang Cheng actually lifted the full basin of water, even though there were potatoes inside!

Staring at Zhang Cheng, who looked like a monster, Squad Leader Wu and the other cooks were stunned. Where did this beast come from?

"Squad leader, is he... is he even human?"

Staring at Zhang Cheng in astonishment, the cooks nearby asked him questions.
"Holy crap, this must weigh four or five hundred pounds!"

Staring wide-eyed, Squad Leader Wu swallowed hard, unable to believe his eyes.

"At least 500 pounds!"

After explaining to Squad Leader Wu, the person who had been in charge of washing the potatoes spoke up.

Because he knew exactly how many potatoes he needed to wash each day, the weight was absolutely accurate.

Carrying the basin of water, Zhang Cheng began washing.
Seeing how quickly Zhang Cheng moved, everyone agreed.

Ultimately, to determine if someone is a good cook, you need to see how clean they are at work.

Because being a chef requires hard work, if you're not clean and efficient, you simply can't make a living in this industry.
Of course, there are exceptions, such as Sha Zhu!
Because according to Sha Zhu's saying, "If the cook doesn't steal, the harvest won't be good," he'll definitely be beaten to death; it's just a matter of time!

After all, there's no such rule in the culinary industry; it doesn't matter who the Emperor himself is!
Cooks can eat in the kitchen, but they absolutely cannot take food out. And even if it's leftovers, you have to get the host's permission!

Otherwise, that would be theft! Not only would it break the rules, but it could also implicate your fellow disciples!

After washing the potatoes, Zhang Cheng found a fairly sharp kitchen knife.

First, they peeled the skin, then asked, "Squad leader, should we cut it into thin strips, thick strips, or make soup?"

"Which of these large pot dishes do you think is suitable?"

Squad Leader Wu, intending to test Zhang Cheng, spoke to him.
After all, potatoes shouldn't be cut too finely when cooking in a large pot, otherwise they'll easily break when stir-fried. But if they're too thick, they won't cook through easily. This really tests a chef's basic skills!
Upon hearing Sergeant Wu's words, Zhang Cheng smiled, and then the cleaver in his hand moved swiftly.

Just as Zhang Cheng's cleaver slashed down like a phantom, shredded potatoes began to appear.
With a swift movement, Zhang Cheng tossed the item into the basket beside him, without the slightest hesitation.
Staring in astonishment at Zhang Cheng, Squad Leader Wu and the others were dumbfounded. This kid must have at least five or six years of experience working in the kitchen to be able to do something so nonchalant!
Looking at Zhang Cheng, Sergeant Wu stood there stunned and said, "This kid, did he start working in the kitchen at the age of thirteen?"

After Zhang Cheng finished chopping all the potatoes, he immediately picked up his large vegetable basket and said, "How about I stir-fry them?"

"Come here, come here!" Taking two steps back, Squad Leader Wu dared not say anything more, because in this line of work, skill is the only proof of strength!

"Cut two tomatoes! That way they'll be a bit tart and soft, making them easier to eat."

Addressing the people behind him, Zhang Cheng had already assumed the role of head chef.

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, the cooks behind him immediately sprang into action.
Just as Zhang Cheng started heating the oil in the wok, many people were watching this scene.
Because they were very curious to know exactly how Zhang Cheng cooked this large pot of vegetables.
However, Squad Leader Wu didn't expect that Zhang Cheng had been cooking large pot dishes in the canteen of Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill for many years! He was practically an expert!

"Wow!"

Flames erupted as Zhang Cheng tossed the wok with one hand, sending the cooks staggering backward.
Because this is something no human being can do!

If you're just stir-frying and flipping the wok, everyone can recognize it. But what is this? It's a big pot of stew!

A single pot weighs at least a thousand pounds.
But seeing how easily Zhang Cheng handled the situation, Squad Leader Wu suddenly remembered what Instructor Sun had said: "This kid is an animal!"

Using the shovel in his hand as a spade, Zhang Cheng repeatedly turned it over.

Just as the aroma began to waft through the air, a person walked in, looked around, and said, "Oh, busy, huh?"

But after saying that, he looked at Zhang Cheng, who was cooking, and exclaimed in surprise, "Huh?"

"Commander! What brings you here!"

Surprised, Sergeant Wu quickly saluted the regimental commander.
"Let me see, is this the new soldier in the mess hall?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng's skillful craftsmanship, the battalion commander's face was filled with astonishment.
"I guess so!"

Looking awkwardly at the regimental commander, Squad Leader Wu didn't know what to say.

Just then, Zhang Cheng shouted, "Pot!"

"I'm coming!"

The cooks, who were carrying the basin, quickly stepped forward and immediately put it aside.
As soon as Zhang Cheng finished dividing the dishes, he immediately said, "Keep them warm in hot water. Now let's cook the other dishes as quickly as possible!"

But just as Zhang Cheng finished speaking, the regimental commander stepped forward and said, "Good, young man, your cooking skills are really good. I can smell it even before I've eaten it, it smells delicious! The cooking squad needs talents like you!"

Patting Zhang Cheng on the shoulder, the regimental commander's face was full of smiles.

Upon hearing the commander's words, Zhang Cheng saluted and said, "I will definitely do my best!"

"Good good!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with satisfaction, the regimental commander walked out happily, but before leaving, he swallowed hard and said, "We'll eat here later!"

"Yes, Commander!"

Upon hearing the commander's words, the soldiers beside him also laughed.

But just after the commander left, Zhang Cheng rubbed his head and said, "Was that the commander?"

"Ha, it really is!"

As he spoke to Zhang Cheng, Sergeant Wu, standing beside him, wiped away his cold sweat.

"Now that the commander is here, let's show him what we've got!"

With that, Zhang Cheng directed everyone to get to work.
Seeing Zhang Cheng's practiced movements, Squad Leader Wu stood there stunned and said, "Wait, I'm the squad leader of the cooking squad, aren't I?"

(End of this chapter)