Crossover Anime: Starting with a Fusion of Master Chef, a Top-Tier Master Chef

Yoshino's expression turned serious, and he got into focus.

On the podium.

Lin Youshu glanced at the audience below, nodded secretly, and then ignored them, casually cleaning up the cooking utensils he had just used.

For a chef, keeping cooking utensils readily available is an essential skill!

After he finished his work, he went out for a stroll and came back. By then, the teachers had started to finish their classwork.

Lin Youshu checked them one by one.

"The chicken isn't marinated enough. I told you to rub it in vigorously! Did you not eat?"

"The garlic was burnt, and the bitterness really affects the taste. Remember to stir it more next time."

"Did you forget to add dark soy sauce? The coloring isn't right!"

"The heat was too high, and you didn't reduce the sauce properly at the end. Look what you did, it's burnt!"

"..."

The teachers who were criticized all lowered their heads in shame.

He felt he had done a decent job, but when placed in front of Lin Youshu, his shortcomings were immediately exposed.

After tasting their own creations, they found a significant difference compared to what Lin Youshu had just made.

He couldn't help but complain, "Why am I so bad at this game?!"

Fortunately, aside from his slightly harsh tone, Lin Youshu genuinely pointed out their shortcomings and taught them how to correct them.

That way, they probably won't encounter this problem again when they make it at home next time.

It's Yoshino's turn.

After tasting it, Lin Youshu nodded: "The seasoning and cooking time have improved since last time. Keep it up."

Yoshino was overjoyed upon hearing this, and so excited that he immediately stood at attention and bowed: "Hi!"

Gaining Lin Sang's approval was the greatest achievement for him!

Others looked on with envy.

"Yoshino-san is really amazing."

"After all, he's a master chef; he has far more experience than us."

"I don't expect to reach Lin-san's level in this lifetime. I'll be satisfied if I can reach seven or eight tenths of Yoshino-san's level."

"Me too."

……

One lap down.

Lin Youshu returned to the podium: "None of you are beginners. Once you learn how to make this braised chicken with chestnuts, you can use the same cooking method for similar dishes in the future. The sauces and other ingredients are all compatible. Learn to apply what you've learned to other situations, don't be like a fool, understand?"

"Understood!"

A group of adults were as respectful as primary school students listening attentively in front of Lin Youshu, a young man, not daring to breathe loudly.

"Alright, that concludes today's lesson. get out of class dismissed!"

Lin Youshu waved his hand and strode out of the classroom.

Chapter Forty-Three: Two-Star Special Grade Chef!

"Ding! Mission complete!"

"700 experience points awarded. Congratulations on becoming a two-star master chef. You are 9998 experience points away from becoming a three-star master chef."

"A reward of 800 million yen."

"Reward: A special item – a barrel of secret-recipe oil (ml)!"

Lin Youshu smiled with satisfaction.

"At least our efforts weren't in vain!"

The biggest feeling I get from being promoted to a two-star master chef is that my understanding of cooking has deepened a bit.

This feeling is similar to reviewing old material to learn new things during the learning process.

Even though it's content I've learned before, I gain new insights and a sudden sense of clarity every time I review it.

so amazing!

Surprised, Lin Youshu felt an itch to try it out immediately and couldn't wait to go home.

But I held back.

Then there was an 800 million yen cash bonus. Since he made 7000 million yen in one go last time, his need for money wasn't as great.

There is no sense of urgency unless there are huge expenses in the short term.

Of course, money is something you can never have too much of; no one will complain about having too much.

Since it's given by the system, I'll just keep it.

Special prop oil, needless to say.

Every tool provided by the system, from the chef's uniform to the cutting board to the seven-star knife, worked unexpectedly well.

This seasoning oil has a +15 aroma attribute, which is quite impressive. Adding a little to any dish from now on will surely produce outstanding results.

Aroma is the first and most direct sensation. For example, the braised chicken with chestnuts I made today captivated a group of teachers with its aroma alone.

If this oil had been added back then, the effect would have been unimaginable!

What makes Lin Youshu most happy is that he has taken a firm step on the road of promoting Chinese cuisine!

Although it's not even on the right track yet, it's at least a decent start.

"Go for it, Lin Youshu! You can do it!"

The heavy responsibilities he shoulders will not make him feel mentally exhausted, but will only make him more courageous and determined to move forward!

……

lunch time.

After finishing his lunchbox, Lin Youshu ran to the cafeteria to buy a drink from a vending machine.

"Huh? Yoshino's already done this for the students?"

Lin Youshu was surprised to smell that familiar, faint fragrance.

Isn't this the braised chicken with chestnuts that he taught Yoshino and the other cooking teachers this morning?

The cafeteria has been arranged already?

He peeked inside—

really!

One of the windows had a long queue, making the windows next to it look insignificant in comparison.

Just then, two students finished getting their food and quickly walked past Lin Youshu.

"Wow, this dish the cafeteria made today smells amazing! I can't wait to eat it!"

"It's braised chicken with chestnuts. I heard the old lady serving the food say that."

"If the cafeteria had this dish every day, I would never buy pineapple buns again!"

"That's right!"

"..."

Gee tut.

Lin Youshu chuckled to himself, realizing that the food in the school cafeteria used to be really not that great.

Suddenly I saw a familiar figure.

"Hi, Yoshino-san!"

Lin Youshu's eyes lit up, and he went over to say hello.

Yoshino turned around, quickly put on a smile, and jogged over: "Lin-san, are you here for dinner?"

Lin Youshu shook his head: "No, I brought my own lunch. I just came over to buy a drink after I finished eating. You did a good job."

He gave a thumbs-up.

This is to praise him for applying what he has learned.

Upon hearing this, Yoshino smiled modestly and said, "It's all thanks to Lin-san's excellent teaching."

"Don't be too modest, you have quite a bit of talent."

Lin Youshu waved his hand: "Study hard. This simplified version of braised chicken with chestnuts will last you a long time. If there is an opportunity in the future, I will teach you a more difficult version."

Yoshino was moved.

On the one hand, I was shocked that this dish was so amazing, yet it was only a simplified version?

What would the full version look like?

On the other hand, he was excited to hear Lin Youshu say that he would have the opportunity to learn a more difficult version in the future. Could this be considered Lin Youshu's recognition of him?

Yoshino immediately stood at attention and bowed: "Hi!"

Lin Youshu was speechless and waved his hand: "No need to be so formal. You did a great job. That's all. I'm leaving now."

"Walk slowly!"

The students who witnessed all of this stared wide-eyed.

"I know that bald guy is Yoshino, who's in charge of the cafeteria, but who's that guy in the school uniform? Could he be the principal's son?"

"It's Hayashi Yuuki from Class 3-A!"

"Oh, you mean that culinary genius who's been making a big name for himself lately?"

"Wow, even Yoshino-san is so polite to him."

"It is said that he taught the teachers how to make braised chicken with chestnuts, and Mr. Yoshino also learned it from him at the time."