I found a life simulator.

To be honest, Su Ze felt a bit uncomfortable doing this, so this was an extreme measure that he would only use as a last resort. He wouldn't do it unless he had to take the final step.

Inside the venue.

The team's culinary tasting is still ongoing.

Senzaemon Nakiri probably sensed that Su Ze was having ulterior motives towards his granddaughter, as he kept glancing in their direction while chatting with others and even tasting the food.

Looking at Erina Nakiri and Suze chatting and laughing.

I felt terrible.

An investigation is needed.

We must investigate this brat's background. We don't know if he's a good person or not; hopefully, he's not one of those thugs.

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First update.

Chapter 91 Let's give this brat a flick on the forehead first.

"I hereby announce that the winner of this team cooking competition is—the Suze team's [Growth Set Meal for the Future]." Senzaemon Nakiri announced the results of this friendly match in a loud voice.

Other groups have also tried it.

What left a deep impression on Senzaemon Nakiri was the dish from Alice Nakiri's group, a dish that Senzaemon Nakiri would never want to taste again.

Separately, Senzaemon Nakiri is edible, but when put together, the taste is absolutely bizarre.

One moment it's the fiery, exhilarating sensation that ignites the tip of your tongue, and the next it's the cool, refreshing taste of Western-style cold dishes.

These two combined.

Senzaemon Nakiri practically wanted to give these two a zero score and clear out the data.

So, is the understanding of "team cooking" simply about making dishes for two people and then putting them together?

Senzaemon Nakiri announced the winner.

Su Ze and Erina Nakiri were both under the spotlight.

"Medicinal cuisine can also win the favor of the commander-in-chief?" Hisako Shinto's eyes lit up.

"Their overall strength is impressive." Tsukasa Eishi said casually. He was not ambitious and didn't want to compete with others in cooking.

I just want to make dishes that others can appreciate.

So I've always been unenthusiastic about any activities, and I want to avoid any business events.

However, with his excellent family background and great talent, Tsukasa Eishi had an extremely smooth journey in the culinary world.

It's as if he was destined for the throne of the new king of the culinary world from the very beginning.

Even before graduating from Totsuki Culinary Academy, many people have already decided that he will be the next world's greatest chef.

At Totsuki Academy, Tsukasa Eishi didn't encounter any opponents who could impress him.

Unexpectedly, they encountered such an abnormally strong opponent outside of Totsuki Academy.

Indeed, the outside world is vast.

"Did our collaborative cooking also lose?" Momoko Akane said softly.

The next second, Senzaemon Nakiri announced the second place winner of the team cooking competition, and the names he called were Eishi Tsukasa and Momo Akanekubo.

"Second place?" Tsukasa Eishi readily accepted the result. During the individual battle, Su Ze's strength had already shown everyone that he was extraordinary.

His second place was also expected.

Momoko Akane was clearly disappointed. She and Eishi Tsukasa were a good match in terms of cooking skills, and they usually won team cooking competitions and food battles at school.

Erina Nakiri is known for her unique style of cooking.

She doesn't know how to cook with others; Erina is better at cooking individually. Even under these circumstances, Su Ze was able to lead Erina Nakiri to complete a team dish that everyone talked about.

Is the difference really that big?

While still lost in wild, imaginative thinking.

Judges Senzaemon Nakiri, Jun Shiomi, and Roland Chapel began to comment on each of the dishes.

The evaluation lasted for half an hour, and there were criticisms of individual dishes. There were still some uneaten dishes left on the table, which were offered to all the chefs present.

Su Ze prepared several extra portions of medicinal cuisine.

As soon as the final segment arrived, everyone rushed towards Su Ze's table of food.

I want to taste how delicious the dish prepared by the team that won first place must be!

"Young Su Ze, come with me." Senzaemon Nakiri said to Su Ze from the crowd.

The match has been going on for an afternoon.

Su Ze had to go back to cook for Shiina Mashiro, and at the same time, he also had to go to work at his own restaurant, though it was at the old man's request.

Su Ze couldn't refuse to go.

Following behind the commander-in-chief.

Su Ze then noticed how robust the old man was. In Su Ze's future memories, the youngest old man looked somewhat strained.

The old man is full of energy right now.

The two of them were in tandem.

We arrived at an office.

This is the principal's office of Senzaemon Nakiri.

The old man entered the room, sat down, and revealed the same harmonious smile as deep in the memories of the 'future', an expression full of expectation for the 'next generation'.

Su Ze was somewhat stunned as he looked at the old man's radiant appearance. The old man had always been grooming him to be his successor.

Treat him like a real family member.

Very respected.

They talked about everything and taught Su Ze how to manage the business, gradually guiding Su Ze, who knew nothing about business, onto the right track.

If I had to say that Erina Nakiri is the person I love most.

So the old man was an elder who guided Su Ze along the way, a benefactor, and also the most important family member.

When the old man passed away, Su Ze and Erina were both depressed for a while. Now, seeing the old man standing in front of them in good health, they felt an indescribable sense of emotion.

They both always respected the old man.

Erina Nakiri has been so 'well-behaved' lately, unlike her rebellious teenage years when she 'misbehaved' at school, because she doesn't want to disappoint the old man.

Otherwise, regarding the "Midnight Chef" competition, Erina Nakiri could have disregarded the old man and simply breached the contract to participate herself.

Upon closer inspection, the old man appeared remarkably energetic and healthy.

A subconscious impulse caused a slight smile to appear on Su Ze's lips.

Senzaemon Nakiri looked at Su Ze's smile and was a little puzzled. Why was this young man looking at him with such a 'friendly' gaze?

He has a kind of...

The way the younger generation in the family looked at him as they happily ate their New Year's Eve dinner at home.

A sense of respect? A sense of joy?

"Ahem." Senzaemon Nakiri cleared his throat, trying to clear the strange thought from his mind.

What are you thinking about?

This young man probably doesn't know him well; this must be their first meeting.

"Grandpa, what's wrong? Would you like some tea?" Su Ze was lost in his memories, recalling bits and pieces of the past.

I heard the old man coughing.

Conditioned reflex pathway.

The "old man" that Su Ze mentioned is an affectionate term, which has two different ways of being called in Japanese.

One way is to call someone else's grandfather.

One way to address someone is to call them their own grandfather, and this is generally the term used by one's biological grandfather or after marrying the other's granddaughter.

Su Ze used the latter.

Say this.

The atmosphere suddenly became awkward.

Su Ze shuddered, pulling himself out of the depths of his memory. He was too familiar with the old man's memories; a certain dialogue etched into his DNA had been triggered.

"Hmm, what did you call me just now?" Senzaemon Nakiri's eyes changed immediately. He had originally thought that Su Ze and Erina were more than friends but not quite lovers because he had seen them playing together.

but.

As soon as Su Ze said this...

Senzaemon Nakiri gently stroked his beard.

If Su Ze can't give a reason...

Senzaemon Nakiri would not hold back; he would first give this brat a powerful flick on the head, like a roasted chestnut.

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I tried several times but couldn't get it to work.

Second update.

I'll see if I have the energy to write a third update.

Chapter 92 I can support myself

Su Ze was left with only two choices.

Let's be confused and talk things through.

One option is to remain silent and dismiss it as a slip of the tongue, while the other is to reveal the real deal and lay all the cards on the table.

But the old man is an old man after all. He is old and sees through many things. It would be difficult to hide the little actions and details between Su Ze and Erina from the old man.

As Su Ze grew closer to Erina, the old man would eventually find out. If Su Ze pretended to be oblivious, it might backfire and make the old man suspect that Su Ze had some ulterior motives.

Su Ze could choose not to reveal all his cards, such as that he had already registered his marriage with Erina, and keep it a secret.

However, it's not necessarily wrong to talk about being in a relationship.

Sometimes, you just have to be frank.

"I really like Erina, and we've already started dating." Su Ze immediately gave Senzaemon Nakiri a mental shock.

"I made a slip of the tongue just now, but I feel I still need to tell you about my relationship with Erina. If you're not happy with how I address you, I can change it," Su Ze explained.

Speculations are just speculations.

However, there is no concrete evidence.

When Su Ze said it so bluntly, Senzaemon Nakiri almost vomited blood.

Of course, even though I was prepared and had expectations, I still couldn't withstand the way young people broke through my defenses like this.

Caught off guard by the young man's quick attack, Senzaemon Nakiri was at a loss for words. The young man had bluntly stated, "I like your granddaughter, and I'm dating her."

Senzaemon Nakiri pondered, "Under these circumstances, we'll only start dating if Erina agrees, right?"

What's the point of asking him about his grandfather?

"Are you dating?" Senzaemon Nakiri asked, mentally counting Erina's age.

She's 17.

They started dating when they were 17.

The young man in front of me is quite skilled at cooking, but he's also quite young. Can he take good care of his granddaughter?