Food Wars, My Dishes Don't Just Shine

"Manager Ruishan, Totsuki is blind to your true worth..."

"Get out!"

Before the flattering words could be finished, Eizan Etsuya's angry roar echoed in the room. His eyes were sinister, clearly indicating that he was very angry about this matter.

Instead of being angry at being ordered to leave, the man left the office as if he had been granted a pardon, his steps quickening.

"To allow someone of unknown origin to overstep their bounds and handle matters related to Totsuki Academy, it seems that the academy's headmaster really needs to be replaced."

After smashing things to vent his anger, Eizan Etsu gradually calmed down, then reached for the landline phone in front of him and dialed a mysterious number.

"Hello, is this Mr. Ji? I've thought it over and agree to your next plan."

However, besides the conditions I originally agreed to, I have one more small request: I need your help to fire a teacher...

"Soma Yukihira, Ryo Kurokiba, Akira Hayama, and Takumi Aldini, are these the guys who replaced me as a contestant?"

"It's laughable. A mere first-year student, even if he has some skill, is completely lacking in experience."

Inside the sushi restaurant, Saito Somei, who was working with Ryuji Kiriji on a new type of sushi, showed a displeased expression after hearing the information brought by the staff.

This dissatisfaction wasn't about his inability to participate, but rather that Totsuki had actually sent a first-year student, someone far inferior to him in both strength and experience.

"A first-year student is competing in your place? Aren't you one of the Elite Ten of Totsuki Academy? Is there someone stronger than you among the first-year students?"

Ryuji Kiriji's expression froze after hearing Saito Somei's words.

As the owner of the sushi restaurant, no one knew Saito Somei's abilities better than him.

This guy has already achieved extraordinary skill in sushi at a young age, even surpassing his own abilities in earlier years, and is expected to become a master chef before the age of twenty.

Such a strong individual, it's one thing for Totsuki not to support him, but to actually disqualify him from the competition...

What a brainless decision-maker!

"I haven't been back for a long time. I guess the teacher who drew up the challenge list didn't know my strength, so he chose someone who performed well among the first-year students."

Saito Somei's voice was calm, showing no anger. He had been away for too long, and Totsuki had forgotten his existence.

"In that case, are you going back now?"

As if he had thought of something, Ryuji asked.

"I'm sorry, Brother Ryuji, this matter must be dealt with as soon as possible. If it is left unattended, my status as one of the Elite Ten of Totsuki will become a joke."

"That's true. Don't worry, there's always a place reserved for you here."

"Thank you."

As they were talking, Saito Somei put down the sushi in his hand, went to the kitchen to wash his hands, and put on his clothes.

The same thing happened at Kanda Sobaya.

When Kinokunori Nene received the information from her maid, she frowned.

As the sixth seat of the Ten Outstanding Individuals, she felt as if she was being looked down upon.

"Teacher Baiyuan, is this your choice? Sending several first-year students to compete in place of the Elite Ten of Totsuki Academy, how could you do such a thing? I hope your strength won't disappoint, otherwise you'll be the one who loses face."

Although she was angry, Ji Zhiguo Ningning did not feel too much pressure.

She watched the final round of this year's Autumn Selection.

Of the freshmen this year, only Tadokoro Megumi has some skill; the others, even those with the level of a first-class chef, are mostly beginners.

And she, Ji Zhiguo Ningning, has now reached the threshold of becoming a master chef!

Although there is a significant gap between getting to the basics and becoming a master chef, now that you've gotten to the basics, success is certainly not far off.

Kinokunori Nene thought confidently, then stood up from the tatami mat.

Her next task is to travel to Totsuki Culinary Arts and defeat the chosen Soma Yukihira and the others.

The key to doing this is to demonstrate the astonishing combat power of the Ten Elite Warriors in front of the public, and to give a resounding slap to those who underestimated her.

As for Bai Yuan, who sought revenge to put her in this predicament?

Let's forget about that kind of thing.

Although she hadn't returned to Totsuki during this time, she had still heard rumors about Shirai Abyss.

A true genius chef.

Despite her young age, she can create dishes that are so dazzling they overwhelm the freshmen with her absolute skill, and she also has a remarkable talent for teaching.

Under his guidance, this year's freshmen are far more capable than those of previous years.

Perhaps this is why Bai Yuan thinks those first-year students are better than them.

I was really... underestimated!

Having roughly understood Bai Yuan's thoughts, Ji Zhiguo Ningning showed a helpless expression on her face.

I haven't been back to Totsuki Academy because I've been helping out at home, so I haven't met this legendary teacher. She didn't know her strength, so she arranged for a first-year student to participate in the competition. She's really been underestimated.

"Let me show you the true strength of the Elite Ten of Totsuki!"

"Chief, here, here!"

Waving her little hands energetically, and even standing for a while, Lia's face was filled with excitement as she watched Bai Yuan's figure appear in the hamburger shop.

"Why did you come here suddenly?"

Seeing Liya holding a hamburger, chewing on fried chicken, and speaking somewhat unclearly, Bai Yuan quickly walked to her side, his voice filled with doubt.

"What's wrong? Aren't you welcome?"

Hearing Bai Yuan's complaint, Liya couldn't help but puff out her cheeks and pretend to be angry.

"Welcome, of course you're welcome, but I didn't expect you to come here so suddenly."

Seeing the little one's annoyed look, Bai Yuan reached out and rubbed her head, then used his phone to order food, and soon a waiter brought over the hamburger.

"Handmade burgers? They look pretty good."

Looking at the hamburger on the plate, Bai Yuan's face showed surprise.

Having not eaten since the afternoon, a wave of hunger surged in my stomach the moment I saw the hamburger, so I picked it up and started eating.

"Isn't it delicious! I found this place on LINE. It's the best handmade burger shop in Tokyo, and after trying it, I found it lives up to its reputation."

Hearing Bai Yuan's praise, Liya was also a little proud, since she was the one who found this burger shop.

When she came in, she was immediately amazed. It wasn't the taste of the burger that shocked her, but rather the fact that this kind of standard burger could consistently reach the level of first-class cuisine, which was extremely rare.

"The owner really knows his stuff, making this ordinary burger so delicious. No wonder there are so many customers even though it's just fast food."

Hearing Lia's words, Bai Yuan nodded in agreement, but that was all.

To cater to everyone's spending power and make it easier to prepare ingredients, this handmade burger shop is still positioned as a fast food restaurant.

The main products sold are chicken burgers, Angus beef burgers, and shrimp burgers, as well as classic burger shop snacks such as fries, potato wedges, and chicken nuggets.

"Try these fries! Freshly fried fries from the shop are definitely the best. Before, when I ordered takeout, the fries would become soggy and awful by the time they arrived at my home!"

As Leah spoke, she savored the fries on the table in front of her, a look of enjoyment on her face.

The freshly fried fries tasted almost like gourmet food.

However, as time goes on, the originally delicious fries will decline in taste at a visible rate until they become unpalatable.

"French fries are a type of ready-to-eat food. They taste best when they're fresh out of the fryer. In contrast, potato wedges are more durable and can be stored for a longer time."

Hearing Lia's words, Bai Yuan picked up the fries in front of him.

"The potato wedges tasted amazing too, but I still prefer fries."

Leah stuffed the fries in her hand into her mouth, her cheeks twitching like a little hamster storing food, looking exceptionally cute.

"Then eat more."

Seeing Lia's greedy look, a gentle light flashed in Bai Yuan's eyes. He then ordered another serving of fries, as well as one of the shop's burgers.

Although he knew that Leah hadn't come to him just for a meal.

But at this moment, neither of them mentioned it, and they simply ate their snack burgers, enjoying this hard-won time alone.

It continued until an hour later.

Lia patted her belly with a satisfied look on her face, then turned to Bai Yuan and said, "Boss Bai, let's go get a room."

"puff."

Upon hearing Lia's sudden words, Bai Yuan spat out the cola he had just drunk, never expecting that this was what she had been preparing to say for so long.

"What are you doing? You've made a mess all over the table. It would have been better if you'd gotten it on me..."

Seeing Bai Yuan's exaggerated reaction, Liya knew that she had frightened him and couldn't help but want to laugh.

The fact that the leader, who reigns supreme in the world of culinary disasters, was so startled by a single sentence from her that he spat out water is strangely endearing.

"What kind of outrageous and lewd words are you spouting..."

Upon hearing Liya's words, Bai Yuan couldn't help but complain, feeling somewhat confused about what she was trying to do.

Could this guy have been stuck in the world of bizarre cooking for too long and gotten bored?

Upon closer reflection, this possibility is quite high. After all, the other party is also a woman who has been living alone in the world of dark cuisine. It's impossible for her not to feel lonely, whether physically or mentally.

Looking at Lia's expression, Bai Yuan thought of many things and didn't know what to say.

Leah wasn't in a hurry. She blinked at him, quietly waiting for his decision.

"Let's go, let's get a room."

Feeling that pure and innocent gaze, Bai Yuan felt a strange emotion welling up inside him. He then took her hand and looked at her sincerely.

"Ok!"

Upon hearing Bai Yuan's words, a smile returned to Liya's face, and she stood up with him.

Shortly after, the two left the hamburger shop.

In front of a love hotel.

Lia held Bai Yuan's hand, her face full of happiness, and prepared to go to the front desk to complete the registration procedures.

"Wait, minors are not allowed to stay here. Please give me back my room key!"