Food Wars, my food not only glows!

　"There was no sweet talk between us! We were just having a normal conversation!"

　Upon hearing Alice Nakiri's words, Erina Nakiri blushed, while Hisako Shinoto straightened her clothes and stood silently to the side.

　"Yes, I understand, it's just normal communication."

　Alice Nakiri nodded, giving an expression that said, "I understand, no need to explain." However, seeing her like this, Erina Nakiri became a little anxious.

　"It's not what you think! You...I...Never mind, let's just say it is."

　Erina Nakiri was anxious to explain, but found that all her explanations were too weak, so she had no choice but to give up and turn her head away.

　"Now that we've picked up the person, let's get going. The driver has been waiting outside for a long time."

　Feeling somewhat awkward to stay, Erina Nakiri called out to those behind her and prepared to leave.

　"and many more!"

　Seeing the girl preparing to leave, Alice Nakiri suddenly raised her voice.

　"Anything else?"

　Erina Nakiri stopped and turned to look at Alice Nakiri with a puzzled expression.

　"Let's have a food battle, Erina Nakiri. Let me see how much you've improved over the years."

　Without much preamble, looking at the girl with a bewildered expression and disbelief in her eyes, Alice Nakiri revealed a provocative smile.

　"Food Wars? Me and you?"

　"Of course, you wouldn't dare, would you? The number one genius girl of Totsuki Academy!"

　Before coming, Alice Nakiri had already done her research. Erina Nakiri was the top student in the elementary school at Totsuki Academy, overwhelming the second-place student with her superior strength. She was also hailed as the most promising genius at Totsuki Academy.

　"Dare not? What a joke! Since you want to compete, I'll grant your wish! So what about the food battle wager? Don't tell me you weren't prepared."

　Although it was just a simple provocation, Erina Nakiri easily took the bait.

　On one hand, she felt she wouldn't lose; on the other hand, she really wanted to meet her cousin who grew up in Northern Europe.

　When he heard that she had achieved considerable success in molecular gastronomy and even had a good reputation internationally, her grandfather specifically told her about it.

　However, molecular gastronomy, as a newly emerging art form, can never surpass timeless traditions, so she never considered Alice Nakiri as her rival.

　Now, after a long separation, facing his sudden challenge, she was slightly flustered, but after thinking it over, she agreed.

　"A bet? Let me think about it. If you lose, you have to call me 'sister' from now on. That's my bet."

　After pondering for a long time with her finger to her lips, Alice Nakiri suddenly had a flash of inspiration and said to Erina Nakiri with a joyful expression.

　No wonder she felt something was off earlier; Erina Nakiri was so disrespectful! She's the younger sister, she should use a respectful term of address towards her older sister!

　"Call me 'sister'...but what if I win?"

　Upon hearing Alice's words, the image of herself reluctantly calling her "older sister" flashed through her mind, and Erina Nakiri's forehead immediately creased with annoyance.

　"If you win, I can grant you one request unconditionally. However, you can't possibly win."

　Alice Nakiri said bluntly that after six years of training from Bai Yuan, plus a year of reflection and digestion, she couldn't possibly lose!

　This is not confidence, but a factual account of the matter.

　"How dare you be so arrogant! I hope you won't cry when you lose!"

　Hearing Alice's dismissive words, Erina Nakiri was slightly annoyed, and then she began to mock her with flippant remarks.

　"Did you cry? I used to, but that's all in the past."

　Thinking back to the past

　Alice Nakiri pursed her lips, recalling how she had been trained to tears by Shirai Abyss; it certainly wasn't a pleasant experience.

　However, there was also something that made her happy: Bai Yuan was always by her side. Although he was strict, every day was incredibly fulfilling and she was very happy!

　"Since we're going to have a food battle, let's set a time."

　There is generally a three- to seven-day buffer period between the agreement to hold the food battle and the start of the competition, allowing both players time to prepare.

　"It shouldn't be dinnertime yet, right? In that case, let's just go now!"

　Looking up at the sky outside the airport, Alice Nakiri's eyes gleamed with intense fighting spirit. She had already begun to look forward to her battle with Erina Nakiri while on the plane.

　Now that the real target is right in front of her, how could she possibly endure it for days? Of course, she'll settle things tonight and keep Erina Nakiri awake!

　"Now? The Food Wars Management Bureau needs time to arrange the food wars; it's not something you can start whenever you want!"

　Hearing Alice Nakiri's words, Erina Nakiri's heart skipped a beat. Was this really her personality? Could there be a trap here?

　"Such a small problem shouldn't be difficult for either of us to solve, right?"

　Alice Nakiri looked at Erina Nakiri with a half-smile, then took two steps forward to stand beside her: "Or are you afraid?"

　"Of course not. Since you're so eager to lose, then let's do it tonight! What's the theme of the food battle? You can decide based on what you're good at!"

　Being attacked so closely was too much for Erina Nakiri to bear. As the pride of Totsuki Academy, she had her own pride too!

　Moreover, she possesses a divine tongue, coupled with her exceptional talent, earning her the reputation as one of the most promising young chefs in the Japanese culinary world!

　What type of cooking are you best at?

　In order to properly demonstrate her authority as the older sister, Alice Nakiri decides to start with Erina Nakiri's specialty, cooking, and completely defeat her!

　"I'm an all-rounder!"

　Erina Nakiri said with a hint of pride.

　"Know a little bit about everything? That means you're not proficient in anything, huh? In that case, let's just randomly draw the test questions during the Food Wars."

　Upon hearing Erina Nakiri's words, Alice Nakiri pinched her chin and said incisively.

　"What?! I'm good at everything! I've been in elementary school for three years and participated in countless food battles, but I've never lost a single one!"

　Seeing that Alice Nakiri doubted her strength, Erina Nakiri became somewhat displeased and started talking about her own battle record.

　"Yes, Lady Erina is amazing, she's at least at the level of the Elite Ten!"

　Hisako Shirato chimed in, but she meant it sincerely, because Erina Nakiri was indeed very impressive in her eyes!

　"That means your opponent was too weak. Alright, Grandpa should have prepared a house for me by now, right? Take me to my house first~"

　Looking at Jonah, who was carrying her bags and suitcases behind her, Alice Nakiri waved to him, then looked at Erina and asked her to lead the way.

　"You really don't hold back!"

　"After all, we're cousins, and this is what you owe me!"

　Thinking of the letters she sent to Erina Nakiri when she was a child that never got a reply, Alice Nakiri pouted. That girl is so infuriating!

　What do you mean I owe you?

　Erina Nakiri asked with a frown, though she was a little annoyed. She obediently led the way, after all, it was a task her grandfather had specifically assigned her before she set off.

　"Hmph, you know the truth in your heart!"

　Alice Nakiri snorted and suddenly quickened her pace to walk ahead, but before she could get far, a voice from behind made her stop.

　"You've gone the wrong way. This is the way out of the airport."

　Watching Alice walk towards the underground parking lot, Erina Nakiri pointed speechlessly to the road leading out of the airport.

　This guy is an idiot.

　"I know!"

　Alice Nakiri raised her voice, then turned around and returned to her original position, walking towards the airport exit following the signs.

　Chapter 84 Sisters' Food Battle! Clothes ripped!

　"This is the place Grandpa arranged for you. You can stay here."

　"I've already spoken to the Food Wars Club. They can clear out the venue for us in an hour. However, because it's so sudden, there won't be any audience members besides the judges, and the venue will be completely sealed off. Is that alright?"

　Erina Nakiri brought Alice to the house the Nakiri family had arranged for her. After a brief, quiet conversation with Hisako Shinomiya, Erina came up to Alice and spoke.

　"I don't care about the audience, it won't help the food battle. What's important is that I can have a food battle with Erina. I've been waiting for this day for so long!"

　After Jonah put down his bags, Alice Nakiri looked at Erina Nakiri, her eyes burning with fierce fighting spirit.

　That look inexplicably made Erina Nakiri feel a little flustered.

　This guy, why is he so passionate?!

　No, she's always been number one among her peers, what's there to be afraid of!?

　Alice Nakiri is the real challenger!

　"Let's set off now. The theme will be drawn on-site there."

　"Right on my mind!"

　"Iris Nakiri said excitedly."

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　The food battleground.

　"How did it all turn out like this without us even realizing it?!"

　Wearing a pristine white chef's uniform, she stood on the stage for the food battle, with no spectators in the audience thanks to Hisako Shinoto's arrangement.

　As it is an internal power struggle between the Nakiri sisters, it is not appropriate for outsiders to watch, regardless of whether they win or lose.

　Everything was normal until Senzaemon Nakiri heard the news from somewhere and immediately dropped what he was doing to come over.

　At this very moment, on the judges' panel.

　Senzaemon Nakiri sat in the main seat with his arms crossed. To his left sat Roland Chapel, the head chef and lecturer of the French cuisine department, and to his right sat Gin Dojima, the head chef of the Totsuki Resort.

　This is an all-star lineup!

　"I never expected that on my rare trip back to Totsuki, I would see these two sisters having a food war."

　Speaking of which, Nakiri-kun was previously based in Northern Europe, right? He seems to have made significant achievements in the field of molecular gastronomy; his skills shouldn't be underestimated.

　Watching the two sisters engaged in a food battle on the stage, Dojima Gin, with his buzz cut, sat upright with a hearty smile on his face.

　“Molecular gastronomy is a completely new field, and no one knows how far it will go, but Alice’s willingness to try is commendable.”

　Sitting upright in the main seat, looking at Alice Nakiri, whose spirit and energy were at their peak, Senzaemon Nakiri couldn't help but admire her in his heart.

　I had heard from Leonora Nakiri that Alice Nakiri had apprenticed under a very skilled chef. At the time, I was skeptical, since the chef seemed too young and didn't have any officially recognized qualifications; he sounded like a con artist.

　However, seeing the burning passion that Alice Nakiri was displaying in the ring at that moment, he changed his mind.

　Ordinary teaching methods cannot cultivate such students!

　"Although I can't be sure of Master Alice's true strength, one thing is certain: she is definitely not a simple person!"

　Senzaemon Nakiri muttered to himself, because Leonora Nakiri was intentionally hiding something and preparing to surprise him, so he didn't yet know Alice Nakiri's true strength.

　"Now, please come forward and draw a theme."

　The person in charge of hosting this competition was a petite girl, and her voice sounded a little nervous when she saw so many big shots sitting below.

　However, her excellent professional skills allowed her to hold on and stand between the two contestants to advance the food battle process.

　Fortunately, she didn't need to host much of the match; she only needed to make an appearance at the beginning and end.

　"Sharing a topic...?"

　Seeing the rapidly scrolling theme in front of her, Alice Nakiri pressed it without thinking. The scrolling text slowly stopped, finally settling on the two words "fish jelly".

　The ingredients are somewhat subtle.

　"Fish jelly, I actually got this kind of theme..."

　Erina Nakiri looked at the subject matter before her, pinching her chin as she fell into deep thought, while Alice Nakiri paced back and forth on the ring.

　"I understand!"

　Suddenly, as if a flash of inspiration struck her, Erina Nakiri had an idea. She immediately jogged off the stage and strode towards the truck not far away.

　This is a food truck arranged by the Food Wars Bureau to provide ingredients specifically for this competition.

　The contents are so abundant that almost any ingredient you can think of can be found inside, making it like an alternative Doraemon's magic pocket!

　Soon, Erina Nakiri emerged from the food cart, carrying a basket filled with the ingredients needed for this meal.