The delicacies of the heavens begin with obtaining gem meat.

After taking a sip of juice, Soma Yukihira seemed to suddenly remember something.

He turned to look at everyone and asked with some curiosity.

"Um... I mean, what exactly are the Elite Ten?"

Upon hearing the question, everyone fell silent for a moment.

Ryoko Sakaki snapped out of her daze and looked at Soma Yukihira with a puzzled expression.

"Sigh! You really want to hear it?"

"I'm telling you! You really came to Totsuki without knowing anything."

Yoshino Yuuki couldn't help but complain.

Now she finally understood why Soma Yukihira dared to say something like "I want to be above everyone else."

So Yoshino Yuuki turned to Marui Zenji and gave him instructions.

"Marui, why don't you explain it?"

"Why me?!"

Marui Zenji frowned, looking unwilling.

Does this kind of common-sense question really need explaining?

"Stop complaining, just think of it as taking care of the newcomer."

Ryoko Sakaki advised gently.

Looking helplessly at the group, Marui Zenji pushed up his glasses and sighed resignedly.

"I just can't do anything with you guys..."

He cleared his throat and began to speak slowly.

"Listen carefully, the so-called Elite Ten Council is a committee composed of the top ten students in the entire school."

"Many affairs at Totsuki Culinary Academy are handled by the students themselves..."

"It can be said to be the highest decision-making body of Totsuki Academy..."

Listening to Zenji Marui's introduction, Soma Yukihira suddenly felt a surge of fighting spirit.

In other words, if he wants to surpass everyone else in Totsuki, does he have to take the number one spot among the Elite Ten?

..............................

As they were talking, they suddenly heard footsteps outside the door.

Soon, Isshiki Satoshi pushed open the door and walked in, a signature gentle smile on his face.

Shoji Sato and Daigo Aoki followed behind him.

"Jiang Yanjun, Yukihira Soshin-jun."

Isshiki Satoshi stepped forward, extended his hand to the two of them, and smiled as warmly as the spring sun.

"Welcome to Polaris Dormitory. I'm Isshiki Satoshi, a second-year student. You can just call me Isshiki-senpai."

"Then please take care of me from now on, Isshiki-senpai."

Jiang Yan reached out and shook hands with Yi Sehui.

Then Soma Yukihira shook hands with Satoshi Iroha.

Isshiki Satoshi withdrew his hand, his gaze sweeping over everyone, his eyes full of genuine smiles.

"Wow, I'm so happy!"

"We have two more partners to share our youthful years with."

"There is nothing more joyful than this."

"Everyone, young people living under the same roof, eating from the same pot, this is youth, this is being a student."

"I moved into the dormitory because I longed for this kind of life."

As he spoke, Isshiki Satoshi opened his arms.

"Come on! Let's sing together the praises of the glorious dormitory life to come!"

Listening to Isshiki Satoshi's passionate speech, Jiang Yan couldn't help but mentally unleash a torrent of criticism.

What do you mean by yearning for a youthful life? It's obvious that Isshiki Satoshi just wants to let loose here!

Aside from Polaris Dormitory, there's probably no other place that would tolerate students climbing the ceiling and running around all day, or wearing only loincloths and aprons.

"Let's leave that aside for now."

Shoji Sato rubbed his temples and couldn't help but complain.

"Senior, could you please stop calling us from the ceiling next time?"

He still remembers being terrified when Isshiki Satoshi suddenly appeared out of the ceiling and spoke to him for the first time.

Jiang Yan nodded silently to the side, indicating his strong agreement.

Although his senses are very sharp, it doesn't mean he wants to see someone pop out from above his head!

However, it's practically impossible to get Isshiki Satoshi to change this habit.

"Huh? Is this not going to work?"

Isshiki Satoshi tilted his head, his gaze falling on the megaphone in the corner, and said thoughtfully.

"How about we use this on boys too?"

"If we use this, Tadokoro will come every time."

Upon hearing Isshiki Satoshi's words, Tadokoro Megumi explained with a dejected expression.

"Because..."

"If I don't go check on him soon, my senior will call me through that megaphone every few minutes..."

Hearing Tadokoro Megumi's explanation, Aoki Daigo was speechless.

Just thinking about that scene sends chills down my spine.

"It's really annoying to be constantly talked to!"

After weighing the options, Shoji Sato decisively surrendered.

"It seems like it's better to call someone from the ceiling."

At least they've gotten used to it now, which is better than being bombarded by a barrage of rumors.

Soma Yukihira glanced at the others, then at Jiang Yan, who remained calm, and couldn't help but sigh.

"Why does this dorm seem like it's full of weirdos?"

Jiang Yan had acted normally before.

At this moment, Soma Yukihira suddenly began to worry about his future dormitory life.

"As for Soshin-kun, he should be able to get along with everyone very quickly."

Megumi Tadokoro couldn't help but complain as she looked at Soma Yukihira.

In her opinion, Soma Yukihira was also an oddball.

"Alright, everyone's got their drinks, right?"

Isshiki Satoshi clapped his hands, drawing everyone's attention back to him.

Then, raising his glass, he said with a bright smile.

"So, to welcome Jiang Yan and Yukihira Soma to the Polar Star Dormitory,"

"And to the glory of Polaris Dormitory—cheers!"

"Cheers!"

The crowd rang out in unison.

...........................

The atmosphere began to liven up, and even Marui Zenji, who was initially reluctant, completely joined in.

"Haha! Ryoko Sakaki's fermented juice is really good! Give me another cup!"

Jiang Yan held up the cup in his hand, his face full of smiles.

This atmosphere is really nice.

Young, energetic, and full of vitality...

"Food! There's not enough food! Hahaha!"

Soma Yukihira patted the floor, completely immersed in the lively atmosphere.

"I'll go get the stuff that was fumigated today."

Ibuzaki Shun, who had been silently drinking his beverage, stood up and calmly said something.

He then quickly walked out of the room and returned shortly afterward, carrying an exquisite wooden tray.

"Smoked cheese, and three flavors of beef jerky."

Jiang Yan picked up a piece of beef jerky and put it in his mouth. The rich smoky aroma instantly spread across his tongue. The meat was firm and chewy, and the more he chewed, the more fragrant it became.

The savory flavor of the cheese pairs wonderfully with the smoky aroma.

"This tastes really good."

Jiang Yan thought he could learn about smoke making from Ibuzaki Jun later.

We can try making smoked gem meat then.

Not to be outdone, Daigo Aoki quickly brought out some fried vegetable medley and placed it in front of everyone.

"Eat up! These are fresh vegetables I just picked from the field behind the house. I made a stir-fried vegetable dish; I guarantee it'll be delicious!"

"Absolutely delicious!"

Soma Yukihira was the first to pick up a large piece and stuff it into his mouth, enjoying it immensely.

"Haha! It's delicious, isn't it!"

Daigo Aoki puffed out his chest triumphantly.

"Although the fried shrimp I made last week tasted much better than this."

While eating his fried vegetable medley, Shoji Sato calmly retorted.

"Um?"

Daigo Aoki instantly turned to Shoji Sato, his eyes blazing with fury...

The room immediately became even more lively.