Food: Senior year internship, you take over the university cafeteria

Chapter 34: Physique Card Acquired!

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Su Hang patted his round belly, let out a satisfied burp, and slowly strolled to window number 07.

His face had lost all trace of its cold and critical demeanor, leaving only a radiant glow and heartfelt admiration from being completely conquered by the delicious food.

"Boss Wang, I'm convinced! Absolutely convinced! I'm completely in awe!"

Su Hang gave a thumbs-up, his tone sincere, "I formally apologize for my previous offenses and doubts. Your cooking skills—having this cafeteria as a place is a huge blessing for these students!"

Wang Sheng was wiping his hands with a clean towel when he heard this. He smiled, still maintaining his calm demeanor: "Su Hang, you're too kind. If everyone likes it, then my efforts haven't been in vain. Please come again often."

"Definitely! I must come often!"

Su Hang's smile was as bright as a sunflower, but as soon as her eyes darted around, her professional habit of being a know-it-all kicked in again.

Looking at the dazzling array of food displayed in the window, he stroked his chin and, in the tone of a seasoned diner and half-professional, suggested, "But Mr. Wang, your breakfast selection is impressive, everything is top-notch. But—isn't it missing something—something that's soothing and comforting?"

He paused, and seeing Wang Sheng looking over, began to speak eloquently: "Look, the xiaolongbao are sweet and savory, the mixed rice noodles are spicy and fragrant, the youtiao and mochi are firm and satisfying, and the tofu pudding is salty and savory—all on the drier side" or "stronger in flavor." On a crisp autumn morning, especially in Nanjing where the dampness and chill come together, if only there were a bowl of thick, piping hot, fragrant, and smooth congee to accompany it—

He smacked his lips, as if he could already taste the comforting flavor of that congee: "Take fish fillet congee, boat congee, or preserved egg and lean pork congee—that's what you call perfect! A bite of dry congee, a bite of soupy congee, a perfect balance of salty and sweet, hot and cold—it's so comforting from head to toe! Plus, congee appeals to a wide range of people, young and old, which can further increase the average order value and customer satisfaction. What do you think, Mr. Wang?"

This makes sense and is indeed the experience of many gourmets and restaurateurs.

Wang Sheng's heart stirred.

Porridge? He had considered it before, but there were already enough breakfast options, and manpower and time were tight. In addition, the system had not yet unlocked the relevant advanced skills. Although he could cook home-style porridge, he was far from being able to cook it to the "signature" level, so he put it aside for the time being.

Now that Su Hang has pointed it out, and at this juncture when breakfast has been a resounding success and physical strength is about to be enhanced, this idea has resurfaced.

Before he could answer, Su Hang got more and more excited, as if he had found a stage to showcase his "professional skills" (he had been completely overwhelmed last night and this morning and desperately needed to make up for it in other areas): "Especially the boat congee! It's so rich in ingredients, with layers of umami flavor, and the congee base is cooked so well that it's incredibly smooth and creamy! I used to learn from a master chef in Guangzhou, and I even improved my version, which won the Most Creative Congee Award in a small folk food competition in Shanghai!" Hehe————

"Breakfast or late-night snack are both fine!"

He revealed a bit of his "glorious history" with a hint of pride, then looked at Wang Sheng eagerly: "Boss Wang, if you're interested, I'll come over early tomorrow morning and teach you a couple of tricks. I guarantee they're simple to learn and taste absolutely amazing!"

Oh?

Wang Sheng was genuinely surprised.

He originally thought Su Hang was just a food blogger with a discerning palate who knew how to eat, but he never expected that she had actually studied cooking and even won awards.

Although it sounds like a small, unofficial prize, it shows that he has indeed put in the effort and is not just talking the talk.

"Su Hang, you're a cook?" Wang Sheng asked with great interest.

"Well, I'm not exactly a professional chef, it's just a hobby, I just tinker around."

Su Hang waved his hand, but the gleam in his eyes betrayed him. "My family has run a restaurant for decades. I grew up in the kitchen, learning by observation and experience. Later, I also enjoyed learning from others. Being a blogger is my main job, cooking is a hobby and a side job—a way to show off? Anyway, I'm more than capable of teaching you this boat congee!"

He patted his chest, full of confidence.

Wang Sheng smiled.

Suzhou and Hangzhou people are straightforward and adorable. They accept their wins and losses with grace, and they also have a touch of boastfulness and enthusiasm.

"Okay, then I'll trouble you tomorrow, Teacher Su."

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Wang Sheng readily agreed, saying, "I happen to be quite interested in porridge, but I haven't found a suitable opportunity or recipe yet."

"It's all set! Tomorrow morning—um, what time do you usually start preparing the ingredients? I'll come early!" Su Hang immediately made the decision.

"Arrived in the backyard around 4:30 a.m.

"Sure! I'll be there at four o'clock—no, I'll be there at four o'clock! I'll assist you and teach you along the way!" Su Hang said with great enthusiasm, as if he could already see his "congee skills" conquering Wang Sheng.

After agreeing on the terms, Su Hang was finally satisfied. He packed another portion of xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) to have as a late-night snack and left humming a little tune.

In the breakfast battle, Wang Sheng has won a great victory! Not only has he completely defeated his formidable enemy, but he has also unexpectedly gained a "helpful" congee teacher.

After everyone left, the operating room returned to silence.

Wang Sheng focused his mind and brought up the system panel.

A deep blue screen appeared before my eyes, and the data was exhilarating:

[Popularity: 38945! (The breakfast livestream effect continues to grow)]

Positive reviews: 2231/1000 (far exceeding target)

[Special Reminder: The "New Side Quests" feature is now complete!]

[Reward to be claimed: Special Item Beginner Stamina Enhancement Card (+1) x1!]

【Use now?】

"They're here!"

A glint of light flashed in Wang Sheng's eyes, and without hesitation, he silently chanted, "Use!"

Buzz!

It felt as if a warm, gentle, and strong invisible current was flowing into the Baihui acupoint on the top of the head, instantly sweeping through the limbs and bones, reaching every pore, every muscle, and every joint!

The deep fatigue, muscle soreness, and mental exhaustion accumulated from days of intense battles were quickly melted and dispelled by this warm current, just like ice and snow under the sun!

Instead, it brings an unprecedented sense of lightness, power, and abundant energy!

He subconsciously clenched his fist, his knuckles making a slight "pop" sound—not from his bones, but from the feeling of his muscles and fascia being reactivated and becoming more elastic. His arms, waist, abdomen, and thighs—his core muscles—felt as if they had been injected with new energy, slightly warm, and brimming with unleashed power.

My mind was exceptionally clear and sharp, as if it had been washed with ice water, and all five senses seemed to have become more acute.

[Basic Stamina Enhancement Card (+1) activated!]

[Effects: Permanently increases host's base stamina by 30%! Increases endurance recovery speed by 50%! Significantly enhances muscle fatigue resistance and metabolic efficiency!]

[Note: A strong physique is the foundation for a culinary legend! A brand new journey begins now!]

A complete transformation!

Wang Sheng clearly felt his body completely refreshed, inside and out! The feeling of having boundless energy and being ready to throw himself into the next high-intensity battle at any moment was wonderful!

Getting up at 4 a.m.? Standing and working continuously for five hours? Dealing with massive crowds?

Let's fight!

He punched the air twice, creating a slight gust of wind, a confident smile playing on his lips. This reward couldn't have come at the perfect time! It provided the strongest physical support for the potentially busier mornings, the late-night snacks to come, and even more challenges to come!

The sense of accomplishment is overwhelming!

The next day, at 3:50 a.m.

The autumn night was chilly and the campus was quiet, with only the streetlights shining forlornly.

Warm light was already shining through the backyard of Cafeteria No. 07.

Wang Sheng prepared the ingredients.

Arriving on time with light and energetic steps, I was surprised to find a figure wrapped in a thick down jacket, hunched over, and stamping his feet by the back gate.

It is Suzhou and Hangzhou.

"Suzhou and Hangzhou? You're here so early?" Wang Sheng was surprised. They agreed on four o'clock, but it's only three fifty.

"Hey, I can't sleep, I'm so excited!" Su Hang rubbed his hands together, his breath steaming in the dark, his eyes sparkling. "Thinking about teaching you how to make porridge is even more exciting than exploring restaurants myself! Come on, let's go inside, I'm freezing!"

Wang Sheng chuckled and opened the door to let him in.

The kitchen was warm and bright, and various ingredients had been delivered one after another. Zhao Gang, Lin Xiaowen, and others had not yet arrived, so this was purely a time for preparing ingredients and "teaching".

Su Hang took off his coat, revealing a neat, dark chef's uniform underneath (which he had brought himself), clearly indicating he had come prepared. He washed his hands, the playful smile on his face disappearing, replaced by a more serious expression.