Food Wars, my food not only glows!

　It's too difficult for me to keep him by my side on my own, and I don't have the ability to do so. It's better to guide than to suppress, so I gave up.

　Thinking of the gentle-looking and stunningly beautiful Sonoka Kikuchi, Alice Nakiri shook her head, then grabbed the hand of the stunned Erina Nakiri.

　“If you have those kinds of thoughts, there’s no need to hold back. As your older sister, I will fully support you. You just need to pursue them boldly and without worry.”

　As she spoke, Alice Nakiri patted Erina Nakiri on the shoulder.

　Rather than having Bai Yuan surrounded by unfamiliar women, it would be better to let Nakiri Erina take his place. They could support each other and better keep his heart.

　"I don't know what I'm thinking..."

　Upon hearing Alice Nakiri's words, Erina Nakiri lowered her head and whispered, her large eyes filled with confusion.

　Alice Nakiri suddenly said these things to her, and she didn't know how to answer, let alone understand her own feelings.

　"It's okay. I didn't know at first either. It wasn't until I grew up that I understood that this feeling is called liking someone."

　Looking at Erina Nakiri's bewildered expression, Alice Nakiri was reminded of herself back then.

　"We have a long time ahead of us, three more years to spend together. Use these three years to clearly define your feelings!"

　Thinking about the next three years of high school, Alice Nakiri's lips curled up slightly.

　"We agreed to sleep together tonight. The last time we slept together was probably ten years ago? I can't quite remember, but never mind."

　Stopping in front of a room, Alice Nakiri took the initiative to push open the door and take Erina Nakiri's hand.

　She felt it was necessary to properly enlighten her cousin about what love is.

　Chapter 144 Returning Home in Wealth and Glory is Like Wearing Brocade in the Dark

　"Oops, you're squeezing me."

　Feeling the crowd around her, Erina Nakiri let out a soft cry. At this moment, she and Alice Nakiri had already changed into their pajamas and crawled into bed together.

　"The bed is only so big, and there are two of us, so it's inevitable that we'll have to squeeze in a little!"

　"What do you mean it's only this big? This bed can easily sleep five people, how can two people squeeze in like this!"

　Upon hearing Alice Nakiri's words, Erina Nakiri couldn't help but feel a few black lines appear on her forehead, and then she looked at the empty seat on the large bed.

　"Okay, let's not worry about these trivial details."

　"How did it become a trivial detail..."

　At this moment, Erina Nakiri was too exhausted to complain, but Alice Nakiri was too strong. After struggling several times to no avail, she could only let her have her way.

　"So this is what it feels like when Brother Baiyuan holds me! No wonder he loves holding me while I sleep and even touches me. Who wouldn't love such a wonderful feeling?!"

　Feeling the softness in her arms, this thought came to Alice Nakiri's mind.

　"Alice, where are your hands?!"

　Feeling the hand suddenly appear on her body, Erina Nakiri shook it off, a tempting blush appearing on her face. She then turned her face and said through gritted teeth to Alice Nakiri.

　"Call me Sister Alice!"

　Seeing the girl's angry gaze, Alice Nakiri acted as if nothing had happened, reaching out to pinch her face, her voice carrying a hint of flirtation. The girl's shy appearance was just too wonderful.

　Wait a minute, back then, did Bai Yuan also enjoy seeing her like this?! That's why he said those things on purpose to tease her!

　Ugh, so embarrassing!

　Suddenly, such an idea popped into Alice Nakiri's mind.

　She then blushed and began to twist and turn, the movement of her body causing the blankets to sway, leaving Erina Nakiri somewhat puzzled and speechless.

　In this situation, shouldn't she be the one feeling shy? Why is Alice twisting around like that?!

　"This guy must have been corrupted by Teacher Bai Yuan; that action just now..."

　So skilled, she must have been treated like that often to be so proficient!

　Teacher Bai Yuan is so vulgar!

　Staring at Alice Nakiri wriggling her body and watching her occasional silly grin, Erina shrank back and thought to herself.

　"Okay, I'm a little sleepy."

　Let's turn off the lights.

　"Eh?!"

　Just as Erina Nakiri was lost in thought and labeling Shirabuchi as vulgar, Alice Nakiri suddenly turned off the room lights.

　In an instant, the room was plunged into darkness.

　"Now that there's no one else in the room, just the two of us, we can talk about some private things. Let's start our sisterly chat!"

　Moving the pillow up a little, leaning half her body against it, Alice Nakiri's expression was slightly excited, subtly guiding the conversation.

　"This is a rare opportunity, let's talk about things related to Brother Bai Yuan~"

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　The next morning, because he had gone to bed early, Bai Yuan got up very early.

　He had originally planned to go for a morning run, but since he was staying at someone else's house and was worried about getting lost, he went outside to practice boxing in the yard instead.

　For chefs, in addition to superb skills, a strong physique is also necessary. Only when the body is strong can one better demonstrate culinary skills.

　This set of boxing techniques was taught to him by a one-armed strong man; it can strengthen the body and improve balance.

　He was an incredibly skilled guy. I heard that he practiced Iron Palm when he was young, and his hands were impervious to heat. He could put his hands into a pot of oil at hundreds of degrees Celsius without changing his expression or his hands changing at all.

　According to others in the dark cuisine world, the other party was once the general of the army's kitchen, in charge of the food for an army of over 10,000 people.

　As for why he was called the General of the Kitchen, it was mainly because he was brave and skilled in battle.

　During the battle, an enemy soldier attempted to sneak up on the camp from the rear and burn the supplies, but he and his cooking squad annihilated them all.

　This "boom" wasn't just a casual remark; it was a testament to his iron fists, as powerful as dragons, capable of killing any intruder with a single punch.

　Yet this very person, because he offended someone he shouldn't have, had one of his hands chopped off, and eventually fled to the world of dark cuisine.

　Such incidents are not uncommon in the world of culinary disasters; most of the people who come here are those who can't make it in the culinary world.

　Some of them were heinous criminals, some were framed, and some were too naive, thinking that joining the dark cuisine world would allow them to learn amazing culinary skills.

　Of course, the majority are like Bai Yuan, who were raised from a young age.

　Of course, this type also has the highest elimination rate. After all, the dark cuisine world is not picky about food, and when they grab children, they don't look at their talents. They grab them all at once, and if they can't adapt, they die.

　Young children lack the ability to distinguish right from wrong. Growing up in such an environment, except for a few precocious ones, they will all be influenced by the environment and truly become one of its members.

　This is also the main reason why the world of bizarre cuisine continues to grow.

　Hey! Drink!

　With his fists whipping through the air, Bai Yuan's speed increased and his movements became more ferocious. The sand and gravel on the ground rose and fell with his movements, as if breathing.

　Luckily, he got up early. If he had been an hour or two later, he probably would have attracted a lot of attention, and he wouldn't have been able to perform as well.

　Time passed little by little, and soon an hour had gone by.

　Sweat soaked through Bai Yuan's white clothes, highlighting his muscular physique. His breaths were like those of a beast, exuding power.

　"Brother Bai Yuan, you're up so early practicing your boxing?"

　Perhaps the noise outside was too loud, or perhaps I went to bed too early yesterday.

　Alice Nakiri's voice came from upstairs. Bai Yuan looked up and saw Alice Nakiri's delicate face. The girl was smiling at him.

　It's highly unlikely that she just woke up; who would still have makeup on when they just woke up?

　"Well, I've got nothing to do, so I'll practice my boxing for a bit."

　Bai Yuan withdrew his fist and exhaled a long breath. Then he saw Alice Nakiri running downstairs and standing beside him.

　"I have to say, your posture is really amazing, you've perfectly showcased your muscles, I'm practically drooling!"

　Seeing the muscles beneath the boy's white clothes, Alice Nakiri's eyes widened, and she couldn't help but place her hand on them, her lips curving upwards involuntarily.

　"abnormal..."

　Not far away, Erina Nakiri saw this scene and muttered something under her breath, turning her face away as she looked very red.

　"You should try it too, it feels great!"

　Hearing Erina Nakiri's words, Alice Nakiri didn't mind at all. Instead, she generously invited her to try it as well.

　"I'm not a pervert. I never even considered touching it or reaching inside. That would be very impolite!"

　Upon hearing Alice Nakiri's invitation, Erina Nakiri blushed even more, and then spoke at an extremely fast pace, which seemed like an attempt to cover up her true feelings.

　"Brother Bai Yuan didn't say anything, so don't speak up for him and be impolite. Judging from your expression, you must have been holding back for a long time!"

　As they were talking, Alice Nakiri had already walked up to Erina Nakiri, grabbed her arm, and pulled the rosy-cheeked girl over.

　Without saying a word, he grabbed her hand and 'forced' it against Bai Yuan's body.

　While Erina Nakiri did resist, her strength was...

　Rather than a form of resistance, it's more accurate to describe it as a feigned reluctance.

　"So hot..."

　The girl's eyes flickered, and she couldn't help but speak.

　"How can I not be hot after just exercising?"

　Bai Yuan explained, then smiled and shook his head, adding, "I'm hungry. Which of you two will cook me a meal? By the way, Alice, why are you wearing a white cloth around your arm? Are you injured?"

　Looking at the clothes Nakiri Alice was wearing, Bai Yuan asked, feigning confusion.

　"This is what a friend I met there told me. Top-level chefs are too eye-catching; they might get stared at on the street."

　But sometimes this identity is needed, so covering oneself with a white cloth can avoid trouble. When trouble arises, removing the white cloth can resolve most problems.

　Upon hearing Bai Yuan's words, Nakiri Alice followed his gaze and saw the white cloth wrapped around her arm, and began to explain softly.

　"Your friend told you?"

　Oh, you're wearing a master chef's uniform now.

　Bai Yuan was puzzled at first, but he quickly realized what was going on.

　The person who said this was probably not Lia, because he had said that to her before, and after he arranged for her to go to China, she actually became friends with Alice Nakiri.

　That makes sense; becoming friends is the best way to take care of someone without arousing suspicion.

　So this outfit must be a special chef's uniform tailor-made for Alice Nakiri. It looks simple and elegant, and is very suitable for wearing while cooking.

　"Hmm, but the Guangzhou Kitchen Association is really amazing. They didn't even take measurements by hand, and they finished the clothes in one night just by observing with their naked eyes."

　Alice Nakiri's voice was filled with emotion, clearly indicating that she was quite shocked.

　She thought the top-level chef uniform would take at least a few days to arrive, but to her surprise, the uniform was delivered to her just as dawn broke and she passed the top-level chef assessment.

　"That's natural. Those who work at the Guangzhou Culinary Association are the elite of the elite. Making a piece of clothing is a piece of cake for them."

　Bai Yuan smiled and said to Nakiri Alice, "I've experienced firsthand how formidable the Guangzhou Culinary Alliance is during my time in Guangzhou!"

　"That's true, most people can't work there."

　The two were discussing animatedly, while Erina Nakiri looked completely bewildered. Special Grade? White Cloth? What on earth is all this...?

　You'll find out soon enough.

　Alice Nakiri smiled mysteriously and stopped Shiro Awaki from explaining with a look.

　Besides concealing one's identity, the main purpose of a white cloth is to show off.

　The reason she changed into a master chef's uniform today and covered herself with a white cloth was to make her presence known among the younger generation!

　Wealth and honor do not return home, just like walking in brocade at night!

　"What! You kept it from me! I don't even care to know. Humph."

　Hearing Alice Nakiri and Shiroyuki's words, Erina Nakiri pouted speechlessly, then turned her face away with a slightly arrogant air.

　For some reason, she never had the upper hand when facing Bai Yuan and Nakiri Alice.

　"Alice is bad, we won't play with her."

　Thinking of Alice Nakiri's gaze just now, Bai Yuan's lips curled up, and he said with a hint of sarcasm.