Food Wars, my food not only glows!

　I was still pushed and shoved quite a bit from behind, and the tempura on my plate was completely snatched away.

　In order to eat it as soon as possible, they didn't even dip it in sauce. After chewing, they looked satisfied, and the confusion in their eyes disappeared, becoming clear.

　The old mayor had anticipated the situation, but he hadn't expected it to involve Bai Yuan. Seeing the crowd, he immediately ordered his staff to move forward, preventing the situation from escalating further.

　Of course, the main reason is that the food in front of them has already been snatched up, and even if these audience members really want to eat it, they can't possibly take it from other people's mouths.

　In fact, some people have done this, but they only learned their lesson after being beaten up.

　"The outer skin is crispy, and the inside is rich in layers, with the soft and glutinous pumpkin, the crisp and tender burdock, the sweet radish and the fresh and tender monkfish intertwined."

　"It's just a plate of tempura, but how can I taste so many different flavors?!"

　Master Izumino's eyes were filled with shock and bewilderment. He was taken aback the moment the fries entered his mouth. What a rich flavor it was!

　But why is that? The tempura in front of me looks so ordinary...

　Ordinary yet extraordinary, with such a magical flavor, no one would dare treat it as just an ordinary tempura.

　"I understand. You wrapped the vegetables and monkfish together and then used the tempura method to perfectly lock in the flavor."

　Kawanobi opened her closed eyes and looked at Shirayuki with excitement, explaining the mystery behind the dish in front of her, saying it was a truly ingenious idea.

　Cut the monkfish meat into thin slices, then layer it with thinly sliced ​​kiwi squash, Tachikawa burdock, red radish and other vegetables.

　This method allows the dish to possess the flavors of all these ingredients simultaneously, and Bai Yuan has mastered the proportions perfectly, resulting in a very harmonious taste.

　"The moment it enters your mouth, sweetness, freshness, and aroma intertwine, perfectly blending the sweetness of pumpkin, the crispness of radish, the fragrance of burdock, and the freshness of monkfish!"

　Kawanoka talked about her initial impressions, saying that she was increasingly surprised with each bite, finding it hard to believe that so many flavors could be gathered in a single serving of tempura.

　"Besides that, what's even more surprising is the sauce. If I'm not mistaken, it should contain monkfish liver."

　Master Izumi exhaled a soft breath, explaining that the sauce is the soul of tempura. The cod liver has a smooth, rich texture and a distinctive umami flavor with a subtle hint of the ocean. After preparation, the cod liver's oils and aroma become the core of the sauce, adding a touch of luxury.

　"More than that, it should be made with monkfish liver as a base, then stir-fried with spices such as ginger, garlic, chili, sansho pepper, and yuzu peel to bring out the aroma..."

　Kawanoka's voice rang out from the side. She had only used a few spices, yet she had created such a flavor. It was hard to imagine that they were blended so thoroughly that they were indistinguishable from one another. If she didn't have a super sense of taste, she would never have been able to taste the deeper flavors.

　From this, we can conclude one thing: the person in front of us must possess one of the five super senses, otherwise it would be impossible for them to make such top-notch dishes!

　"Ginger and garlic add spiciness, balancing the richness of the cod liver. Chili peppers bring a subtle spiciness, stimulating the taste buds. Grapefruit peel provides a refreshing citrus aroma, enhancing the sauce's lightness. Sansho peppers have a unique numbing aroma, adding complexity to the dish."

　After identifying the spices added to the sauce, and then muttering about their effects, Kawanahiko's shock grew stronger and stronger.

　The other person looks to be around her age, right? Why is their cooking on par with her grandfather's?! That doesn't make sense!

　"The initial bite is incredibly crispy, and the umami of the sauce blends perfectly with the sweetness, aroma, and freshness of the tempura. Furthermore, the richness of the fish liver and the layers of spices make the overall flavor even more profound."

　The flush on his old face deepened, and the old mayor's breathing became slightly rapid. The rich flavor made him unable to resist letting out a long howl.

　"For this dish, we chose local monkfish, and paired it with local ingredients such as kiwi squash, Tachikawa burdock, and red-rooted radish, allowing their flavors to blend together to create a new dish."

　These are the experiences Xiaohui had in town, and what she learned at Totsuki Culinary Academy. You can taste a young girl's painstaking efforts in cooking, trying to recreate the flavors of her hometown.

　Looking at the judges who gave the dish high praise, Bai Yuan's voice rang out, pulling Tadokoro Megumi, who had been hiding behind him, to the front, and began to tell her about the origin of the dish.

　He only played a role in perfecting the recipe; the person who truly developed this dish was Megumi Tadokoro.

　"Xiao Hui is a good girl!"

　Seeing Tadokoro Megumi, who was pushed forward by Bai Yuan and lowered her head slightly shyly in front of the public, the old mayor sighed from the bottom of his heart.

　"I have no objection to that."

　Beside him, Master Izumi nodded in agreement, clearly indicating that he had also had some interaction with Megumi Tadokoro.

　They tasted a young girl's coming-of-age story and her deep love for her hometown in the food, which was truly precious.

　The ingredients used were all given unconditionally by others, just to show their support. Only Tadokoro Megumi, the town's darling, could be so popular.

　"The outcome of this cooking competition is already quite obvious. I think both of you should have your answers by now."

　Looking back at the townspeople who had finally been appeased, it was hard to imagine that a single dish could turn the originally kind townspeople into such a vicious person.

　Even now, they still vividly remember what happened and are somewhat frightened.

　The townspeople who were normal a second ago have completely changed their appearance the next second.

　They turned into greedy zombies, desperately trying to rush forward and taste the food on the plate.

　This is only the smell of fragrance.

　"Zhuang Huiyuan, your dishes are excellent. Congratulations on winning this food battle."

　After exchanging glances with Kawabika and Master Izumi, the mayor stated their answer: the difference between glowing cuisine and flowing cuisine is too great, and there is no need to compare them at all.

　Even if I lose, I still want to try that tempura.

　Kid, make me admit defeat wholeheartedly.

　As they spoke, Wang Zhi approached Bai Yuan. His face had lost its initial arrogance, replaced by humility and pleading.

　If Wang Zhi initially thought Bai Yuan was too arrogant and overbearing, he now felt he was too humble. Despite possessing the strength of a top-tier seven-star, he silently delivered a punch to Wang Zhi's cooking.

　Although he lost the match, Wang Zhi didn't feel ashamed of losing to a young, top-tier seven-star genius. However, when he thought about what he had said earlier, he felt inexplicably embarrassed and wanted to turn around and leave immediately. But before leaving, he also wanted to taste the tempura that had driven the townspeople crazy.

　This is a dish of exceptional quality; barring any unforeseen circumstances, he will likely only be able to eat it a few times in his lifetime. Each time he tastes it, it will greatly enhance his culinary skills.

　"Master Wang Zhi, you..."

　Seeing Wang Zhi actively approaching and striking up a conversation with Bai Yuan, Bai Niao Yi, who had been stunned in front of the "Hundred Birds Pavilion" since earlier, couldn't help but want to say something...

　"Shut up. I have done what I promised your mother. It's just that the opponent you chose was too strong. I was not good enough and lost the game. From now on, we will have nothing to do with each other."

　Wang Zhi stopped him from saying what he was about to say, his face unusually cold. He had already done what he promised, but he hadn't said that he could definitely win the game.

　The fact that he didn't get angry or embarrassed when his opponent found him such a formidable opponent, a young genius, and made him look foolish in front of so many people, is already a testament to his high character.

　"Go sign the contract and hand over the property tomorrow morning. I'm only giving you three days to move out."

　Although this food battle wasn't notarized, with so many townspeople watching, it didn't really matter whether it was notarized or not. I don't think the Hundred Birds Group would renege on their promise.

　Upon hearing Bai Niaoyi's voice, he looked up and saw his extremely sinister expression. Bai Yuan's voice was calm, yet it revealed a deep cruelty.

　By giving the hotel to Mieko Tadokoro, Hyakutori Tsubasa signifies his complete exit from the family feud, with no possibility of ever re-entering the fray.

　However, if they default on their debts, the reputation of Bai Niao Group will inevitably be affected, and the final loss may even be greater than giving away a hotel.

　At that point, he would not only lose his status as heir, but would be kicked out of the house.

　"Don't worry, it won't take three days. I'll clear out the hotel tomorrow."

　Since struggling was futile and pleading would not be accepted, Bai Niaoyi had no choice but to admit defeat, after all, they were the ones who plotted against Zhuang Huiyuan first.

　Now that he's failed, he can choose to go back to being a lavish rich kid, at least he can enjoy life to the fullest.

　"To celebrate Zhuang Huiyuan's victory in the food war, I will be making the Mountain and Sea Tempura Extreme here tonight, and all the audience members can receive one."

　"Furthermore, I will teach this dish to the chefs at Zhuang Huiyuan afterwards, so that it can become one of our signature dishes. Anyone interested is welcome to come and try it."

　After resolving the "Hundred Birds Gate" issue, Bai Yuan looked at Wang Zhi, who had been staring at him with intense gazes, and the townspeople behind him.

　The streets on both sides were completely blocked, packed with people, each face filled with longing. Bai Yuan understood that if he didn't make a move today, these people probably wouldn't let him leave easily.

　Even the best chefs have their own troubles.

　Bai Yuan thought to himself, but his face was full of smiles. He then turned around and went back to the kitchen counter.

　He had planned to do this all along, since most of the ingredients came from the townspeople. Although it was a gift for Tadokoro Megumi, it had nothing to do with him.

　You reciprocate a favor. He felt obligated to return a gift. After all, he and Tadokoro Megumi were in the same boat.

　The dishes he is making in public now are his way of giving back to the townspeople!

　"Ten pots of silver chopsticks returned!"

　Bai Yuan let out a long breath and took out the iron pot and chopsticks that he had prepared beforehand from under the counter. His expression suddenly became serious.

　With the help of silver chopsticks, one iron pot after another was placed on the stove. However, because the countertop was not large, only five iron pots could be used at the same time.

　Even so, many people at the scene still gasped in surprise, because Bai Yuan poured oil into four pots and made a sauce with monkfish liver in one of them.

　The sight of someone simultaneously controlling five pots using only a few long chopsticks is truly astonishing!

　"What kind of culinary skill is this? Using only a few silver chopsticks, he can control five iron pots at the same time!?"

　Wang Zhi was equally shocked, his mouth agape.

　As a chef, only he could comprehend the power of Bai Yuan's techniques. They were absolutely groundbreaking culinary skills!

　"I never imagined there was such a trick in the world! Using just a few silver chopsticks, one can skillfully control five iron pots as if they were extensions of one's own limbs. It's truly an eye-opener!"

　Kawanobi was equally surprised. Despite being born into a family of chefs, this was the first time she had ever seen such a skill, and her eyes were filled with curiosity.

　The reason was simple: although her grandfather was a skilled cook, from as far back as she could remember, the other person's ingredients...

　The arrangement was straightforward and conventional, with nothing particularly unusual about it.

　The road to simplicity, return to nature.

　This is how industry insiders describe Grandpa's cooking.

　So when she saw Bai Yuan use such fancy moves, Kawahiko thought it was amazing, but she didn't feel much envy.

　"But can dishes made using this technique still reach the level of 'flowing light cuisine'?"

　Kawahira was puzzled. To create the Flowing Light Cuisine, the chef needed to be highly focused. Only a master with a certain level of skill could do it with ease.

　However, even though it's relatively easy, I've never heard of anyone being able to handle five pots of ingredients at the same time, each one a masterpiece of culinary art. Even her grandfather couldn't do it!

　After all, it's hard to manage so many dishes.

　"It must be because there were too many customers that we lowered the standards of our cooking. Otherwise, even if we were busy until late at night, we wouldn't be able to satisfy so many people."

　Looking at the eager audience around her, Kawahira concluded that some sacrifices would definitely have to be made to satisfy such a large number of guests.

　However, just then, the dish was taken out of the pot, still surrounded by a faint shimmering light, which looked so dazzling that one couldn't bear to look away.

　"Light-level cuisine! How is this possible? Every single pot is light-level cuisine? This is light-level cuisine, not some ordinary, common dish you can find anywhere..."

　Her voice was filled with disbelief, and she stood up from her chair, striding forward to the edge of the kitchen counter.

　With practiced skill, Bai Yuan lifted each plate of "Mountain and Sea Tempura Ultimate" from the oil pan with chopsticks and placed it steadily onto a silver plate.

　The sauce was placed in a large bowl, and both were distributed by Megumi Tadokoro and Mieko Tadokoro. Each person could only take one serving and could not take more than one.

　"Everyone line up in front. Each person can only take one serving. Once you've taken your food, please leave quickly so as not to continue blocking the traffic."

　Looking at the crowded townspeople in front of him, Bai Yuan raised his hand and tapped the kitchen counter. The sound contained internal energy, which sobered up the townspeople who were full of longing.

　Then they obediently lined up in two queues.

　Although everyone was eager to try it, they were also worried that overcrowding would annoy Bai Yuan and cause them to lose the chance to enjoy the Flowing Light cuisine, which was something they absolutely could not accept. So it was better to behave themselves for now.

　Soon, thanks to the efforts of everyone in Zhuang Huiyuan, the tempura was distributed to the townspeople in an orderly manner, and the crowd gradually dispersed in the process.

　Even the staff of the "Hyakutorii" (Hundred Torii Gate) across the street, including the Hundred Torii Wings, each received a portion under Mieko Tadokoro's murderous gaze.

　“This is truly a breathtaking dish. I apologize for my rude words earlier. I was blind to its value and mistook a pearl for a fish eye.”

　After tasting the dish that Bai Yuan personally handed him, Wang Zhi's face showed an expression of admiration. Even if he practiced for another 100 years, he would still be far from being able to cook this dish!

　Once your culinary skills reach a certain level, every further improvement becomes incredibly difficult!

　The most obvious example is the Special Grade Four-Star and Special Grade Five-Star. Although there is only a one-star difference between the two, they have trapped Wang Zhi for thirty years.

　However, this is not without its advantages. Thirty years have been spent accumulating strength for a top-tier five-star, hoping that one day it can transform into a dragon and soar into the sky.

　Unfortunately, this day is just too hard to wait for.

　Chapter 229 Xiaobai, you and Xiaohui can share a room.

　“Your cooking is actually good in every way, and you pay great attention to the details, but there is one obvious problem: the dishes are disjointed and not well-integrated.”

　Seeing Wang Zhi's convinced expression and his humble demeanor, Bai Yuan stopped making things difficult for him and instead pointed out the shortcomings of his cooking.

　Although he hadn't tasted it, he could still keenly discern the shortcomings in Wang Zhi's cooking from the aroma wafting in the air.

　By addressing these shortcomings, the dish can be taken to the next level. If every detail is then perfectly executed, it can reach the pinnacle of culinary artistry.

　"Integration..."

　Upon hearing Bai Yuan's words, Wang Zhi fell into a brief moment of contemplation. If an ordinary person had said these words to him, he would have simply smiled and remained silent.

　But the person who said these words was Bai Yuan, and the young man in front of him, as a chef who could make luminous dishes, must have his reasons for saying so.

　What exactly is this so-called integration?