Upon hearing this, the big man's expression changed from anger to shock, and then he became embarrassed again.

His huge body seemed a little cramped under Su Yu's calm and sharp eyes.

The discussions around were mixed with agreement with Su Yu's words. Obviously, many people had already made a judgment in their hearts.

"Hmph, little girl, you have a sharp tongue. Then tell me, what is the difference between the dishes in my Food Taste Building?"

The big man suppressed his unhappiness, but he was still aroused by a trace of curiosity and dissatisfaction, and there was a sense of challenge in his tone.

Su Yu stood up and adjusted his clothes lightly, his movements were elegant and calm.

“It’s not that the dishes are bad, but the subtle imbalance between the heat and seasoning. For example, the honey roast duck has crispy skin and tender meat, which is top quality, but the sweetness is a bit too strong, which masks the deliciousness of the duck meat itself; another example is the pine nut corn, the aroma of the pine nut is not fully integrated, and there is a lack of harmony.”

Her voice is calm, but every word she speaks is precious and every comment is precise and to the point, revealing her deep knowledge of food.

The big man's expression changed several times, and finally turned into deep thought.

The diners around also nodded, and some even re-tasted the dishes on the table to try to verify Su Yu's statement.

At this time, a gentle but dignified voice came from the depths of the restaurant: "Excuse me, I am Li Chengze, the owner of Shiwei Restaurant. I was rude for a moment, please forgive me. Miss Su's comments are very pertinent. Shiwei Restaurant is willing to accept them with an open mind, and I hope to have the honor of receiving your guidance."

As the words fell, a middle-aged man slowly walked into everyone's sight.

He was wearing a plain long gown, had a refined face, and his eyes sparkled with wisdom.

His appearance seemed to instantly dissolve the tense atmosphere in the field.

Su Yu bowed slightly to show his respect.

"Manager Li, you are too polite. I just said something on a whim. It would be an honor if I could be of any help to your restaurant."

An unexpected tasting session ended with mutual respect and learning for both parties.

On this day, Shiweilou not only welcomed a picky but sincere diner, but also allowed the people of Qingshui Town to once again witness the unexpected beauty brought about by humility and communication.

Su Yu raised his eyebrows slightly, with a hint of surprise in his eyes. He didn't expect that his impromptu words would cause such a storm.

She spoke slowly, her voice clear and with a barely perceptible smile: "Manager He thinks too highly of me. What I just said is not worthy of the word 'real talent and real learning'. Besides, what I have learned is medical skills, and cooking is not my forte."

He Maohong's expression remained unchanged, and his attitude became more sincere: "Young lady, you are too modest. I heard that your words are sharp and to the point. Such insight and meticulousness, if you don't have a deep understanding of the nature of ingredients and the essence of cooking, how can you have such insights? Moreover, medicine and food have the same origin, and cooking is also an art of healing the human heart. I think the young lady must have unique insights on this."

Su Yu pondered for a moment, his eyes swept across the group of followers behind He Maohong. They all had tall and straight postures and were obviously well-trained. He couldn't help but secretly admire the strength and pomp behind Zuixianju.

She smiled slightly, and had already made up her mind: "Since Shopkeeper He is so sincere, then Su may as well give it a try. But before that, I have to make it clear that cooking is not my specialty. What I say and do is just for entertainment, don't take it seriously."

He Maohong was delighted and agreed repeatedly. He then ordered his followers to lead the way, and the group headed towards Zuixianju in a mighty manner.

On the way, the hustle and bustle of the city gradually faded away, and the afterglow of the setting sun sprinkled on the bluestone road, adding a bit of warmth and mystery to this sudden invitation.

When we arrived at Zuixianju, we saw that the place was crowded with guests. The aroma of wine and delicacies intertwined together, creating an extremely lively scene.

He Maohong personally led Su Yu through the crowd to the kitchen, where the fire was burning brightly and several chefs were busy with their knives and shovels, each displaying their unique cooking skills.

"This is the heart of Zuixianju. I hope the girl can find inspiration here and explore the secrets of food with us."

After He Maohong finished speaking, he stepped aside, leaving Su Yu enough space to feel it all.

Su Yu looked around, his brows gradually relaxed, and a playful smile hung on the corners of his mouth.

She rolled up her sleeves slightly, as if she was ready to cook herself and experience this unusual challenge.

"Well, now that I'm here, I'd like to see if my medical knowledge can shine in this culinary world."

Zuixianju - the name sounds quite otherworldly, but in fact, it is a strong rival to Shiweilou in the competition for the favor of diners in the city.

Su Yu thought to himself, since the other party came to him voluntarily, why not take this opportunity to give Shiweilou a little challenge? However, even if it was for the pleasure of helping others, Su Yu also understood that his time and ability were equally valuable and were by no means free.

"Let's get down to business. If I agree to help you, what benefits can you provide in return?"

Su Yu's tone was direct and straightforward, and his wise eyes seemed to be able to see through people's hearts.

Hearing this, He Maohong's lips curled up into a worldly-wise smile. He knew that in this world, no effort is made without reason.

"Don't worry, Miss Su. I, He Maohong, never do business at a loss. Your help will definitely be rewarded handsomely."

Years of ups and downs in the business world have made him deeply understand that there should be value behind every bit of help.

Su Yu admired his honesty and continued to ask, "So, how would Shopkeeper He like me to help you? Do you need me to stay in the store and guide our chefs with salary, or are you more interested in the recipes I have?"

He Maohong originally just wanted to use Su Yu's culinary wisdom to bring a glimmer of hope to Zuixianju's desperate situation, just like a drowning man grabbing the last straw.

But when he heard the word "recipe", a glimmer of excitement flashed in his eyes.

Compared with the teaching method that relies on word of mouth and comprehension, the directness and specificity of the recipe undoubtedly greatly reduces the error rate and ensures the authenticity of the dish.

Of course, the prerequisite for this is to obtain the secret manual compiled by a true master, which is not something that ordinary people can match.

"The recipe is naturally the most ideal solution, but..."

He Maohong chose his words carefully, fearing that a careless remark might anger the woman in front of him who might hold the key to their life or death.

He knew that if he missed this opportunity, Zuixianju would find it difficult to recover from its decline.

Su Yu, as if he could see through people's minds, chuckled and said, "Don't worry, I will cook for you myself and use the dishes on the menu for you to taste. If you are satisfied, we will discuss the transfer in detail."

As soon as these words were spoken, the last trace of doubt in He Maomao's heart disappeared.

"That's really the best way to do it."

He nodded repeatedly, full of joy.

Su Yu immediately suggested: "It's late today, and tomorrow is the Dragon Boat Festival, why not schedule it for the day after tomorrow?"

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