The delicacies of the heavens begin with obtaining gem meat.

One student was expelled right from the start, which served as a wake-up call for all the students present.

This made many trainees realize that the harshness of residential training far exceeded their imagination.

This put all the trainees present on edge.

But this sudden show of force made Tadokoro Megumi, who was already extremely nervous, even more apprehensive.

Before Tadokoro Megumi could calm down...

Donato Gotoda suddenly appeared next to Tadokoro Megumi.

"A simple and refreshing scent, like that of a clover."

"I may have come here just to meet you."

"Would you like to come to my Auberge and chat with me all night?"

Donato Gotoda warmly extended an invitation to Tadokoro Megumi.

"Um...that..."

Megumi Tadokoro stared blankly at the Donato Sycamore Field in front of her, completely unable to comprehend the situation before her.

However, the tension disappeared immediately.

Jiang Yan raised an eyebrow. Although he knew that Donato Gotoda actually valued Tadokoro Megumi's talent and that's why he extended the invitation, his words were still quite ambiguous!

Before Donato Gotada could say anything more, Inui Hinako walked over, looking at Donato Gotada with a dissatisfied expression. She had also taken a liking to Tadokoro Megumi, but she was just a step too late.

"Chef Wutongtian, please let her go."

As she spoke, Inui Hinako pushed Donato Gotoda aside and then reached out to grab Tadokoro Megumi.

His eyes softened instantly, and his tone became much gentler.

"I'm so sorry to have startled you."

"By the way, you're so cute!"

As she spoke, Hinako Inui couldn't help but reach out and gently stroke Megumi Tadokoro's cheek, a smile appearing on her face.

"It looks delicious!"

"Sigh, sigh..."

Tadokoro Megumi felt completely lost.

She had absolutely no idea why Hinako Inui and Donato Gotoda were being so "enthusiastic" towards her.

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"Hinatako!"

Donato Goto looked at Inui Hinako and reminded her helplessly.

"Ms. Chappell is glaring at us, let's go back!"

At Donato Gotoda's prompting, Inui Hinako turned to look at the podium and, sure enough, saw Lecturer Roland Chappell frowning and looking at them with extreme displeasure.

Hinako Inui reluctantly released her grip on Megumi Tadokoro's hand, and the two turned and returned to the podium together.

However, as she was leaving, Hinako Inui turned back and waved to Megumi Tadokoro, extending an invitation.

"You absolutely must visit my shop if you have the chance!"

However, all that responded to her was Tadokoro Megumi's still bewildered gaze.

Jiang Yan, who was aware of the situation, knew what this meant.

One reason why Totsuki Academy graduates are willing to take precious time to serve as guest lecturers for residential training programs is to give back to their alma mater.

More importantly, they all wanted to take this opportunity to discover the hidden talents among the trainees, recruit them into their teams, and inject fresh blood into their respective restaurants.

This is a 'talent war' tacitly approved by Totsuki Academy.

Hinako Inui and Donato Gotoda clearly felt that Megumi Tadokoro had exceptional culinary talent and was worthy of their invitation.

Although many of the students around them didn't understand why, they could all see that both Hinako Inui and Donato Gotoda had a strong interest in Megumi Tadokoro.

Many students knew that Tadokoro Megumi was previously the worst student among them.

Such a person has attracted the attention of two famous chefs, which has made many students envious.

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"Congratulations, Xiaohui, you've received invitations from two head chefs!"

Jiang Yan walked over to Tadokoro Megumi's side, and seeing that she was still a little dazed, he smiled and congratulated her.

Among all the trainees, only Tadokoro Megumi caught the attention of the two head chefs from the very beginning, who took the initiative to invite her.

In this respect alone, Tadokoro Megumi has already surpassed all the other trainees present.

I wonder if this will give Tadokoro Megumi a little more confidence.

Of course, these Totsuki graduates do have a keen eye, being able to see Tadokoro Megumi's enormous potential as a chef hidden beneath her appearance in such a short time.

Speaking of which, among all the trainees, Tadokoro Megumi does indeed give off a rather different vibe.

Specifically, it's about a pure and innocent feeling with a touch of fresh, rural charm.

"Jiang Yan, do you understand what's going on here?"

Ryoko Sakaki looked at Jiang Yan and asked with some doubt.

The other members of the Polaris Dormitory nearby also gathered around, their eyes filled with curiosity.

Everything that just happened was too sudden, and they had no idea why Donato Gotoda and Inui Hinako would extend an invitation to Tadokoro Megumi.

"Well, I do know a little about it, actually..."

Jiang Yangang was just about to explain the "talent war" among the graduates of Totsuki Academy when his gaze inadvertently swept across the podium and he saw Dojima Gin, who had already picked up the microphone.

Jiang Yan then pointed to the podium and addressed the crowd.

"I'll explain the specifics after today's tests are finished. Next, we should announce the start of the tests."

The people from Polar Star Dormitory looked in the direction Jiang Yan was pointing and immediately saw Dojima Gin.

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"That is..."

Marui Zenji's eyes widened suddenly, and an excited expression appeared on his face.

"The man who achieved first place in the Totsuki Culinary Academy graduation exam and broke the all-time high score!"

"He turned down invitations from over 800 high-end restaurants around the world, but chose his current location instead..."

"Gin Dojima, Head Chef and Board Member of 'Totsuki Resort'!"

"It's so moving to see so many famous chefs here! It's a dream lineup!"

"..."

On the stage, Dojima Gin raised the microphone in his hand, and his voice was broadcast throughout the entire hall through the speakers.

"Welcome to 'Totsuki Resort'."

"The graduates gathered here today are all chefs who have their own territory in their respective fields."

"During your six-day training camp, we will treat you like employees in our own store."

At this point, Dojima Gin paused, his eyes sharpening.

Do you understand what that means?

"Those whose work does not satisfy us will be fired—that is, expelled from school."

"As you can see, it's entirely possible for a lecturer to expel you with just a single sentence."

"Well then, good luck to you."

Without giving everyone time to think, Dojima Gin immediately announced.

"Next, each group will begin operations."

As Dojima Gin announced the start, the many students in the hall immediately sprang into action, heading in different directions according to their pre-assigned groups.

The guest lecturers on the podium then began to walk towards their respective groups.