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

"What's so good about it? Let's see if my medicinal cuisine meets your needs."

Hisako Shinto's voice suddenly rang out, startling Shirayuki. Then, seeing her innocent expression, he felt a strange sense of guilt welling up inside him.

"Ahem...then go and try your medicinal cuisine."

After a couple of subtle coughs, Bai Yuan awkwardly put his hand on Shinoto Hisako's shoulder and led her toward the kitchen where she was.

This busy period continued into the evening. During this time, Bai Yuan was like a spinning top, constantly going back and forth between the kitchens to help the girls solve problems and improve their dishes. In the process, he also unknowingly discovered many of his own shortcomings.

It can be said that teaching and learning go hand in hand.

At the same time, the girls' revealing outfits were a feast for his eyes.

Although everyone knew it was his intention, no one resisted. Some even went back to their rooms specifically to find the "Decisive Breasts" to leave a lasting impression on him.

In fact, it has been achieved. After all, humans are creatures who love beauty, and it is normal to take a second look when you see something attractive. People with good figures are even more captivating, which is human nature.

After a day of intensive training, the exhausted group went to the hotel's specially designated hot springs and enjoyed a relaxing bath.

"This is truly enjoyable!"

Bai Yuan was also in the hot spring, but in the men's bath opposite him. He had a towel on his head, and half of his body was soaking in the water, feeling the warmth coming from all directions. He looked exceptionally relaxed and comfortable.

"Hmph hmph hmph~ Lulala~"

Humming an unknown tune, the door to the hot spring room opened, and Erina Nakiri, wrapped in a bath towel, walked out with a relaxed expression, only to find herself face to face with Shirabuchi.

"Bai... Teacher Bai Yuan! What are you doing here!"

Her voice was tinged with disbelief and she stammered slightly. Like a startled rabbit, Erina Nakiri bent over slightly, tightening the towel wrapped around her body, her face full of shame and indignation.

"Shouldn't I be here?"

"This is the women's bath, right? Does the teacher really want to bathe with us?"

Thinking of the icon she saw when she came in, Erina Nakiri immediately knew the answer. She bit her lower lip slightly, and the events of that morning flashed through her mind. What a lecherous guy! Wasn't wearing revealing clothes enough to satisfy him?!

"??!"

Bai Yuan was full of doubt about what Nakiri Erina said. He didn't understand why she would say such a contrary thing. This was clearly a men's bath!

"There's just no way to deal with the teacher. In that case, let's go to a bar together."

Although she really wanted to leave immediately, she remembered that the two of them had already established a relationship, and that it would be embarrassing to just run away, so Erina Nakiri forced herself to sit down and pretended to be calm.

A contented expression appeared on her face as her figure came into contact with the warm water.

"Hehe, let me lend a hand!"

Outside the hot spring, Alice Nakiri, hiding in the men's bath with a different sign, couldn't help but chuckle. However, because she was holding it in so hard, her chest heaved up and down. Unfortunately, there was no one in the women's bath to admire her.

Then, with the help of Yoshino Yuuki and Mito Ikumi, Nakiri Alice climbed up the tall bamboo separating the two hot springs, stepping on their shoulders, and looked at the hot spring opposite, observing it with great interest.

Poor Erina Nakiri, she was being played like a puppet without even realizing it!

"Why are you so far away? I'm not going to eat you."

Although he didn't know what had happened, he figured he might as well take advantage of the freebie. Bai Yuan waved to Nakiri Erina, his voice full of teasing.

"I'm fine as long as I'm here!"

Hearing Bai Yuan's words, Erina Nakiri blushed and turned her head away somewhat awkwardly, wondering why the others hadn't arrived yet. If there were more girls, she wouldn't be so embarrassed right now!

At this moment, she had a vague premonition, but she was also unwilling to believe it. Could those guys be trying to mess with her because they thought she was Japanese?

Okay, she seems to be Japanese...

"You can't soak in the hot spring like this. You should at least rub your back first so your body can open up."

I can't scrub my back by myself, and soaking like this is incredibly uncomfortable. Could you help me? I'll help you after we're done.

Bai Yuan naturally wouldn't give up just because of a few words from Nakiri Erina, but he didn't show any signs of being anxious either. Instead, he got up from the hot spring with a normal expression and strode towards her, splashing water around him.

"Scrub my back..."

Upon hearing Bai Yuan's suggestion, Nakiri Erina hesitated. Her face was as red as a peach, and her brain was racing. In the end, she realized that she had no reason to refuse.

"Okay, I'll scrub your back."

Although she is the eldest daughter of the Nakiri family, she has had some experience in scrubbing backs for Hisako Shirato on several occasions in her life.

Her heart was pounding so hard when she was with Bai Yuan that it felt like it was going to leap out of her chest, but she wasn’t afraid.

"Ah."

As he spoke, Bai Yuan walked to the open space next to him, moved a chair, and tied a bath towel around his waist to make simple covering.

Since the other party isn't so willing, he naturally won't resort to harassment right away. Everything should be done step by step to avoid things going to extremes and backfiring.

"What a broad back..."

Erina Nakiri followed closely behind and went ashore. Then she saw Shiro Awaken sitting in a chair, his back muscles honed to perfection. She was momentarily mesmerized by his appearance, and her mouth opened involuntarily.

This is completely different from Hisako's! Shiro's back is so broad, with muscles in every part of it, not exaggerated muscles, but well-proportioned and aesthetically pleasing muscles.

Such a beautiful back makes you want to reach out and touch it. Cleaning such a back must be quite a challenge!

Erina Nakiri pursed her lips, a blush spreading across her face. She then wrapped the folded towel around her hand and clumsily began to wipe herself.

"How was the taste today? You didn't contact me once this afternoon, did you not encounter any problems at all?"

Feeling the gentle force behind him, Bai Yuan didn't say anything, but instead inquired about the special training situation of Nakiri Erina.

"It's alright. I made quite a few dishes in between, and I could recognize most of their flavors."

However, when it comes to smelling what seasonings have been added, it's still a bit hazy; it's difficult to discern the subtle aromas. I still need more practice.

Hearing Bai Yuan's sudden change of topic, Nakiri Erina's expression froze, showing some surprise and subtle disappointment, but she still answered honestly.

"It's a process. If super sense of smell were so easy to acquire, wouldn't all the chefs in the world have super sense of smell? Don't be discouraged. Seven days should be enough for you to get the basics down, and that should be enough for now."

Hmm, a towel on top, that feels so comfortable…

"Okay, but can this method really give me a super sense of smell like Hayama?"

Erina Nakiri was surprised. She had thought that Shirabuchi's training would only improve her sense of smell, but she did not expect that it would directly awaken her extrasensory abilities.

"Yayama Akira's sense of smell isn't really super sense of smell, it's just God's Nose, and it can't even evolve like your God's Tongue. It's a strong ability in the early stages, but it becomes weaker as time goes on."

Thinking back to the tests he had conducted on Ye Shanliang, Bai Yuan said with some regret.

Akira Hayama's sense of smell was innate; it was exceptionally strong from the beginning, an enviable ability, but that was all.

Because his sense of smell was fixed from the beginning, even the most professional training could not improve it much.

"Is that right?"

Erina Nakiri fell silent for a moment. It seemed that her God Tongue was more powerful. As long as she kept tasting delicious food, she could evolve infinitely! Eventually, she would grow to a terrifying level.

"Even so, Ye Shan's starting point is still much higher than others, even higher than yours. It's just that he didn't have anyone to teach him, so his performance is just average."

Bai Yuan expressed his assessment: Ye Shan's talent was beyond question.

However, if you want to go far on the path of cooking, in addition to talent, a teacher is also a very important factor. In fact, the role of a good teacher is far greater than that of talent, because they can help you avoid many detours.

This is also one of the reasons why Hisako Shinoto ultimately defeated Akira Hayama in the Summer Selection.

On one hand, Hisako Shinto herself was quite talented, and she had accumulated experience. On the other hand, it was because of Hakugen's correct teaching that her strength increased dramatically in a short period of time.

"Then why doesn't Teacher Bai Yuan teach such a talented student?"

Erina Nakiri was genuinely curious. It seemed that the dark cuisine world was short of people these days, otherwise Hakuen wouldn't have come here to recruit. But Totsuki had so many exceptionally talented individuals, each with amazing abilities. Wouldn't they be perfect to recruit into the dark cuisine world?

That would also enhance Far Moon's overall strength and make it famous in the industry.

“I know what you’re thinking, but I don’t accept male students here. The Dark Cuisine World might recruit, but they’re not qualified with their current skills.”

Of course, I won't refuse to answer their questions. Haven't I often seen people asking questions during the time I've been teaching you?

Bai Yuan's voice was indifferent, revealing no emotion.

After working so hard for so many years, he finally managed to become a master, and he didn't want to have a few more men in his harem; that would be really uncomfortable.

Therefore, even if Hayama Akira, Kurokiba Ryo, and others are very talented, he would not have any intention of taking them under his wing and teaching them. He would only lend a helping hand when they encountered problems, which would be more than enough.

As for recruiting them into the world of dark cuisine, Bai Yuan had this idea from the beginning, but he would not speak up on his own initiative, but would wait for them to make a request.

The world of dark cuisine isn't a place where people are asked to join; rather, it's a sacred place that those guys go to great lengths, rack their brains, and abandon everything to enter!

Unless the other party's talent reaches a certain level, the leader of the dark cuisine world would never personally recruit them!

Chapter 251 Hisako Shinto's Troubles

"In the end, it's still about possessiveness."

Upon hearing Bai Yuan's account, Nakiri Erina drew a subtle conclusion.

During this time, she crammed a lot of shoujo manga, so she could guess the essence of Bai Yuan's thoughts, which should be the so-called possessiveness.

He didn't want any other man to intrude on his absolute territory, not even the slightest interference, because he had long ago designated this territory as his private property.

For some reason, after realizing this, Erina Nakiri was not disgusted, but rather a little happy, because possessiveness meant that he also liked her, or at least that he was unwilling to give up.

Erina Nakiri has always harbored complex feelings towards Hakugen.

Personally, she actually quite likes Bai Yuan.

Because he is not only an excellent cook, but also handsome.

Such a person would be the absolute focus of attention, a figure of universal acclaim, no matter where they are placed.

He is also the object of admiration and pursuit of countless young women, without a doubt.

"Possessiveness? You could say that. Erina is so cute, I don't want you to be intimate with other men and get snatched away by them."

Upon hearing Erina Nakiri's words, Bai Yuan burst into laughter. How could this not be considered a form of possessiveness?

Of course, his possessiveness wasn't that strong; he didn't date men simply because he didn't want to share the benefits that were only his own with others.

The girl was pure and innocent, possessing endless charm. Her shy expression and charming appearance were a treasure unique to him! Moreover, he couldn't continue with the ambiguous punishments for failing to cook if a boy was present.

"Hey, stop moving! You're about to lose your grip on the towel!"

Because of his loud laughter, Bai Yuan's body swayed slightly, causing Erina Nakiri to lose her grip on the towel, which slipped through his armpit and his hand holding the towel, causing his entire body to lean forward.

"Wuhu!"

Feeling that incredibly magical touch, Bai Yuan couldn't help but cheer, his joy overflowing. However, Erina Nakiri blushed and lay on top of him, too afraid to move.