The story begins in Food Wars, when Alice took him home.

He even had time to add a red dragon decoration to the plate to elevate its style!

The battle between the two was less a battle between people.

It's more like a game between gods and men.

Such a desperate gap was so palpable that even the spectators watching from the sidelines could clearly sense that this was a battle that was absolutely impossible to win.

However, Joichiro Yukihira did not give up and continued cooking with a serious expression.

He was gambling, gambling that Bai Yuan's physical strength wasn't that great.

Such impressive culinary skills would inevitably consume a lot of physical strength and could not be sustained for long.

Human strength has its limits!

Once Bai Yuan shows signs of fatigue, that will be the perfect moment for him to overtake him!

Yukihira Joichiro thought to himself that all he had to do now was persevere, conserve his energy, and prepare to overtake him the moment he showed signs of fatigue!

Time passes minute by minute.

Due to the limited number of customers, by around 8 o'clock, there were not many people left on site, with only a few curious tourists coming over.

"The peak period has passed, and the outcome is basically determined. There's no point in continuing; it's just a waste of time. Let's stop here."

Bai Yuan slowed down as he personally handed the dishes to the guests. It wasn't because he was exhausted, but because there were simply too few guests.

"That's enough. I've come to realize that I've lost this match."

Upon hearing Bai Yuan's words, Yukihira Joichiro put down the spatula in his hand, looked at the steaming potstickers on the hot plate, and showed a helpless expression.

During the match, the gap between the two players not only failed to narrow over time, but actually widened.

Especially now that there are few customers, most passersby choose Bai Yuan first, and only a few customers choose him.

His potstickers are not common in Japan, but they can be seen occasionally, but they are far less attractive than Shirabuchi's four treasure trove of snacks.

"Give me a platter of four kinds of snacks, I want to see what kind of dishes can steal so many of my customers!"

After quickly tidying up his stall and putting the potstickers into a bowl, Yukihira Joichiro walked over to Shirabuchi's stall and handed over his number tag.

"There's also a portion for me."

At the same time, Soma Yukihira also came over and took out his number plate, which he had gotten before his father finished cooking.

"I prepared it for you a long time ago, and there were also small orchard fruits..."

As they spoke, Bai Yuan used silver chopsticks to pick out the dishes from the pot and placed them steadily on the plate, each dish having its own place.

After finishing, Bai Yuan didn't rush to clean up the kitchen counter. Instead, he went to Mujichi Yuanguo's side and used his fingers to wipe the sweat from her forehead.

After several busy hours, Kikuchi Sonoka was already exhausted. This was the first time she had ever entertained guests at such a high intensity, and it was even more tiring than cooking!

"Thank you."

The cool pad of her thumb touched her face, which had become hot from being busy, and Kikuchi Sonoka felt a tingling sensation all over her body, as if she had been electrocuted, and her face became even hotter.

Although they had done many more intimate things together, this was the first time in front of outsiders, and the girl was about to explode with shame!

"I don't know where you studied under. I've never heard of such a skilled chef in Japan. Judging from your age, you must be under 20."

Looking at the steaming dish in front of him, Yukihira Joichiro swallowed hard, but instead of tasting it, he looked at Shirai and asked.

“I come from China, and I’m exactly 20 years old. It’s normal that you haven’t heard of me since you’ve been living in seclusion here. As for my lineage, you can consider me to be a chef from all over the world.”

When asked, Bai Yuan simply responded indifferently, showing no intention of saying more.

"To learn from all the chefs in the world? What a bold and ambitious spirit!"

"Why don't you try my cooking too?"

Upon hearing Bai Yuan's voice, Yukihira Joichiro gasped, clearly not expecting him to say such a thing.

Without hesitation, he took out the potstickers he had prepared in advance and placed them in front of Bai Yuan.

"Then I would be disrespectful."

Bai Yuan nodded and did not refuse.

Even if the other party doesn't ask, he will still ask for a serving to try. This is something he must do every time he participates in a food battle, using cooking to absorb the opponent's strengths.

"Give."

After receiving the dish from Yukihira Joichiro, Shiro picked up his chopsticks, took a potsticker, and instead of tasting it, examined it in front of him.

The potstickers were pinched together in the middle and left open on both sides, allowing him to clearly see the filling inside, which was sizzling with oil and emitting a tempting aroma!

Open your mouth and take a bite.

The flavors of fresh shrimp and beef explode in your mouth.

The rich flavor of beef and the delicate sweetness of shrimp intertwine, making every bite an ultimate tantalizing experience for the taste buds.

The addition of shiitake mushrooms and bamboo shoots not only enhances the fresh aroma of the potstickers but also cleverly balances the greasiness of the meat, making the overall taste more refreshing and pleasant.

The innovation of this dish lies in the use of clear chicken broth and cornstarch water.

The bottom of the potstickers forms a golden and crispy layer, while the filling is rich in broth, creating a unique texture.

This crispy crust, quickly solidified from clear chicken broth, combines the crispiness of traditional potstickers with the rich flavor of chicken broth, adding extra flavor to the dish.

The cheese powder lightly sprinkled on the surface of the potstickers adds a subtle milky aroma, complementing the freshness of the beef and shrimp.

Although it's a fast-paced dish, these potstickers are of a very high standard, at least at the premium four-star level.

The only downside is that the chicken soup isn't rich enough because only chicken breast was used, so the flavor wasn't fully developed!

"I'm gonna start now."

the other side.

With his hands clasped together and looking at the dish in front of him, Soma Yukihira sincerely called out a name, then picked up a piece of beef, put it in his mouth, closed his eyes, and savored it carefully.

On the other side, Joichiro Yukihira also put the food into his mouth, but unlike Soma Yukihira who ate the orange and black pepper beef cubes first, he tasted the shrimp.

Only by experiencing the original flavor of the Jade Hairpin Shrimp Balls can one know how its enhanced flavor is. He was very curious because he had heard many guests praise it!

Judging from the appearance of the Jade Hairpin Shrimp Balls, they shouldn't be too difficult to make. I'll see if I can replicate this dish and use it in the restaurant's signboard.

"The shrimp's freshness is locked inside every part of the shrimp, while the three shredded ingredients provide a crisp texture, giving the shrimp balls a rich taste experience!"

Savoring the continuous flavor in his mouth, Yukihira Joichiro commented, and then tried a piece of orange and black pepper beef cubes.

The sweet and sour orange, the spiciness of the black pepper, and the tenderness of the beef—each flavor is handled perfectly, which requires an extremely strong ability to control the heat!

Yukihira Joichiro picked up another shrimp ball, savoring the lingering flavor in his mouth, then took a bite of the spicy chicken cutlet, followed by the snow-white glutinous rice balls.

Before long, all the food was finished.

As the food was swallowed, a gentle warmth emanated from within the body.

He blinked and was surprised to find himself in a dream world woven by the cooking, an expression of disbelief appearing on his face.

"A skilled chef can express their inner thoughts through their cooking, but those involved in it are mostly restricted in their freedom of movement. But now..."

With a wave of his hand and a wiggle of his foot, Yukihira Joichiro began to run wildly in the illusion.

Everything before his eyes felt so real, as if he had truly returned to his childhood. He lowered his head, and even his body resembled that of a child.

Without hesitation, he took off his shoes and frolicked in the fields, playing with shrimp in the river. When he got tired, he ran up the mountain, enjoying the cool autumn breeze, watching the cows grazing leisurely, and the golden wheat fields with a few chickens walking on the path.

With such a sight, it's no wonder that people would order dish after dish from Baiyuan's stall, unwilling to leave even when they were full.

For adults under immense pressure, life offers little respite, and a place to rest is something they will inevitably yearn for.

"what!"

Suddenly, as if he had thought of something, Yukihira Joichiro shouted at the sky. Then the illusion collapsed, and his consciousness returned to reality.

"Is this what makes the Flowing Light Cuisine so special? Breaking the rules and creating a world that should never exist, it's truly fantastical..."

It felt like a long time had passed, or like a fleeting moment. Looking at Yukihira Soma, who was also surprised, Yukihira Joichiro couldn't help but sigh.

"How on earth did they do that? With such a rough cooking method, how can they produce such delicately flavored dishes?!"

Soma Yukihira looked at Bai Yuan, his eyes filled with confusion.

He couldn't understand why Bai Yuan's casual cooking could have such an effect; his dish was dazzling and had clearly reached the seven-star level!

If it weren't for Shiroichiro explaining the chef rankings and requirements for reaching those ranks to him yesterday, he wouldn't even have realized how strong Bai Yuan was.

This is due to the difference in experience gained from living in ordinary restaurants for a long time!

"Skilled techniques and a serious attitude."

When asked by Yukihira Soma, Hakugen gave a simple ten-word answer.

"Skilled? Diligent? I help out at the restaurant every day after school, and I've been doing it for twelve years now. Isn't that skilled and diligent enough...?"

Soma Yukihira frowned, thinking that Hakugen was unwilling to tell him, so he gave a casual answer.

"Not enough! You're barely there! How dare you claim to be skilled in cooking! You haven't even mastered the basics, so don't even think about cooking!"

Bai Yuan glanced at Yukihira Soma and couldn't help but chuckle. He then placed the carrots from the basket on the cutting board and cut them in half.

"Take knife skills as an example, you have to reach at least this level to be considered proficient."

Reach out and lightly tap the carrot; the next moment, a carrot slice less than one-tenth of a millimeter in size flies up and floats into the air.

If Soma Yukihira hadn't focused his attention on the carrot after hearing what Shiroyuki said, he probably wouldn't have noticed the thin slice.

Because it's so thin!

So thin that moonlight could pass through it without obstruction, and no shadow could be seen on the ground. With a gentle breeze, it would drift away into the distance.

What's even more terrifying is its condition: a perfectly intact piece without the slightest damage, even though it's sliced ​​thinner than a cicada's wing!

"How is this possible? How can carrots be sliced ​​so thinly? And without a single tear..."

Soma Yukihira stood there with his mouth agape, cold sweat beading on his forehead. He could slice carrots into thin slices about 1 millimeter thick, but it became increasingly difficult as he went down.

One-tenth of a millimeter.

This is no longer a realm that humans can access.

Is this merely proficiency?

Looking at Bai Yuan, whose expression remained unchanged, Yukihira Soma couldn't tell for a moment whether the other party was making fun of him or really thought so.