People in Zongman: My Dimensional Cuisine

"No, I've never eaten it before."

"Hmm?"

Even Kirisu Mafuyu was looking at Hoshinomiya Chie with a strange expression. "Do you want to hear what you're saying? You've never eaten it before and you're acting strange? Just because you're curious?"

"Someone recommended it and said it was delicious, so I ordered it."

"Recommended by someone else again?"

Lucifer breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Miss Hoshinomiya, I heard from Chabashira that you were recommended to our shop three years ago. Why haven't you come here even once?"

While drinking and chatting, Hoshinomiya Chie casually said, "The person who recommended me said before leaving that it might be closed often if I went now, and that it would be better to go with friends later, so that maybe someone would come looking for me sometime."

"So I didn't come. I didn't take it seriously at first, so I didn't come to see it. After all, it's late at night, and the store might not even be open if I came over. I might as well pretend I don't know. It was only when Sae and the others told me that I remembered it."

The judge paused for a moment, then said, "Huh? You even know that? Who recommended you?"

"I do not know."

"Um... Ms. Hoshinomiya, I'm not sure if you mean you don't know them or if you overheard them chatting with someone else? After all, you just said that they said it before they left, so it definitely wasn't via email."

Without even thinking, Hoshinomiya Chie replied, "I don't know them. I was at the supermarket when one of them approached me, and then three more people came over. They chatted with me for a bit like old friends, and then they rushed off. I was really confused, since I was a little drunk at the time... I don't remember much..."

"Huh? You weren't recommended by just one person?"

No, there were four people.

"Men and women?"

"They say she's a woman... but she's really just a teenage girl..."

Lucifer and the others exchanged strange glances. Yuuko Ichihara coughed lightly and said, "Um... do you remember what they all looked like?"

"Ah...if you ask me to describe it, I really can't remember very clearly. I just remember that three of them were taller than me, um...ah, one of them later seemed very authoritative, oh...they all had pretty good figures..."

Yuko Ichihara's eye twitched slightly as she said, "Didn't you remember anything else?"

"They were chatting with me while I was buying things. They were also buying things themselves, and I was a little drunk at the time."

Zdelada thought for a moment, then stood up, walked over to her, took out his phone, and held up the screen, saying, "Do you remember me?"

"Huh? Huh?! It looks...like..."

"Hmm? What did you show Miss Hoshinomiya?"

"Photos of Gion."

"Huh?!" xn

Hoshinomiya Chie thought for a moment and said, "Hmm...but the temperament isn't quite the same, and she doesn't seem as tall as this one...hiss...oh...I remember now, that girl did have a knife, but it wasn't like this, not at all."

Lucifer breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Okay, it looks like it might be the girl that you met at the store entrance. Maybe she left to meet up with those three people. Didn't you say that person received a phone call and then left in a hurry?"

"That makes sense, but it's really amazing, is it really that similar to Gion?"

"Miss Hoshinomiya, do you have absolutely no recollection of the other three people?"

Hoshinomiya Chie thought for a moment and said, "I can't say there's absolutely none... Ah... it seems that among the first three people, one of them was a girl with medium-length hair that was a bit like light blue, and she seemed very lively. Was she with another girl who had black hair, but her skin was bronze? Or tan?"

"Huh? Is that so? Then she must be quite lively?"

"It was alright. He seemed like the kind of person who would take things seriously, but his personality and way of speaking weren't as serious or earnest as the person who came later. He seemed quite gentle, I think."

"Huh? Is that so? Are they all taller than you?"

"Yeah, but those two girls weren't much taller than me, but they weren't short for girls either... The girl with the tan skin wasn't as exaggerated as the other two, but she was still very impressive... And... I remember her quite differently back then, like she had a very pure feeling about her."

Lucifer paused for a moment, then said, "So pure? How did you sense that?"

"Although she was quite lively and talkative at the time, when she calmed down, she had a rational and composed feeling. Moreover, she was wearing a white dress with gold silk trim, which made her look like a nun or a lady-in-waiting in a movie, giving off a pure feeling."

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"Huh? That's quite something. You've mentioned three already, and you don't remember the last one at all?"

"Not really... It's just that there's another person, and she doesn't really have any particularly noteworthy features... good figure, lively, skin tone, none of those are anything special to mention. If I had to say something... um... hmm... bun hairstyle? Does that count? I really don't remember anything else..."

"Baozi head?"

"Um...it was tied with a hairband, I really don't remember anything else."

Everyone exchanged glances and nodded. Gurefia asked softly, "So, who recommended the Palm Treasure to you?"

"Ah... I don't remember, it should be the one with light blue hair... I feel like she's the most lively of the four, but her liveliness is a bit different from the others."

"How is it different?"

"It's like a normal, lively, and cheerful girl, and also a super active girl with a slightly mischievous and cunning personality."

"Hmm? Is that so... It really is a way of expressing gratitude, Ms. Hoshinomiya."

Hoshinomiya Chie shook her head and said, "It's nothing, it's not a big deal. Besides, having such a restaurant is a great place for gatherings, so I'm the one who benefits."

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Chapter 662 Hoshinomiya Chie's Resentment, Yin Ku Sanyu's Answer (Please Subscribe~)

Lucifer and the others had finally learned the information. As always, they glanced at Yuuko Ichihara, who shook her head again. This time, they found it both amusing and troublesome.

"Hey, by the way, Sae, you two are the team leaders representing Katagiri and Shuchiin this time. How were you selected? Was it based on the team or individual performance?"

Chabashira Sae shook her head and said, "I haven't even thought about these things. My wife and the others have already taken care of it themselves. You should ask Mafuyu."

Kirisu Mafuyu sighed and said, "You really are as unreliable as ever... This time, the competition is based on the school's points system. The team that wins first place can choose any school and major they want, be admitted without taking the exam, and receive a full scholarship."

"What about the other teams?"

"The second and third place teams can be admitted to the corresponding arts and science majors at top universities based on their chosen arts and sciences majors, and will enjoy a 70% scholarship. The fourth and fifth place teams will receive bonus points on the exam and will be given priority in admission. After admission, they will receive a 50% scholarship."

"After that, the scores gradually decreased for those ranked tenth and above, but there were no more scholarships. There were also priority admissions for those ranked five and below, since quite a few schools participated this time, and the questions were said to be very challenging."

Hoshinomiya Chie, propping her chin on her hand, said, "Huh? Very powerful? What did you say?"

"That means it covers many aspects. Some test intelligence, some test morality, some test knowledge reserves, some test book knowledge, and some involve socio-economics, university majors, professional theories, innovative thinking, social sciences, etc... It seems very difficult."

Lucifer and the others were also taken aback. Ichihara Yuuko sighed and said, "Then Sora is probably going to cry. She's rarely been motivated to study hard lately. If she gets such a difficult test, she's probably going to be crushed by Benio and the others."

Kirisu Mafuyu breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Actually, in theory, anyone can guess the top three. Shuchiin and Hyakkaou are definitely undisputed. The third place is still a bit competitive, but I am Katagiri's teacher, so I have more faith in Katagiri. Moreover, Katagiri's strength is indeed quite good this year."

"That's true, but if you're not directly admitted, then you don't need to go to school, right?"

"That won't work. We have to ensure at least the attendance and class hours. But basically, these students will receive preferential treatment from the school. Besides, these students can basically take the entrance exams for any school anyway, so early admission means they don't take up any exam slots, which is good for everyone."

Lucifer and the others nodded. As expected, Kirisu Mafuyu was the most reliable. It would be even better if she put more effort into her daily life. Hoshinomiya Chie breathed a sigh of relief and said, "She's really good... But speaking of which, Sae, where did you go at noon? I didn't see you at lunch."

"Um... this..."

Hoshinomiya Chie narrowed her eyes and said, "Sae...you didn't do something behind my back, did you?"

Just then, Yuno Gasai came running down in her slippers. She greeted the three of them and said politely, "Welcome, Hoshinomiya-sensei."

"Ah, my wife, did you come down specifically to say hello?"

"Not really, we were chatting upstairs and I came down to get something... Mr. Chabashira, we don't know what to have for lunch tomorrow, do you have any plans?"

"Do whatever you want... Um... Ji-hye, what kind of look is that?"

"Lunchtime, a snack?! Sae! What did you eat behind my back?!"

Yuno Gasai tilted her head and said, "Hoshinomiya-sensei, don't you know? Chabashira-sensei is the teacher in charge of our Friends Club. She's always eating lunch with us. Today's lunch was bento and pizza."

"Hmm? Sae!"

Chabashira Sae's eyes twitched slightly as she said, "The main thing is that you're not the teacher in charge, so suddenly bringing you there..."

Seeing the way Hoshinomiya Chie was staring at her, Chabashira Sae sighed and said calmly, "Okay, it's because you just got back, I forgot to call you."

"That's outrageous! Mafuyu! Don't you think that's incredibly excessive?!"

Kirisu Mafuyu said with a hint of exasperation, "Can't you two learn to be role models as teachers...?"

"Hoshinomiya-sensei, are you coming? You're welcome! Our club has lots of activities every day..."

"Huh? What kind of things do they have?"

"Hmm... massage chair, oven, refrigerator... basically, everything for the sake of eating... fostering friendships, and cherishing life."

"You just said you're just loafing around? You don't mean loafing around and waiting to die, do you...? Wow! Your department is so interesting? I'll go check it out. Hmm, I have faith in you, you're more reliable than Sae."

"Sizzle..."

Hoshinomiya Chie tilted her head and said, "Eh? Then I might as well be the teacher in charge too."

"Welcome."

Chabashira Sae twitched her eye and chose to quietly drink her beverage. Gasai Yuno didn't stay long either, went to get drinks and snacks and ran upstairs. Hoshinomiya Chie chatted casually with Kirisu Mafuyu and the others, and her lively personality quickly led her to chat with Lucifer and the others as well.

"Hey? Luna, weren't we going to the store? Why are you dragging me shopping?"

Yin Shi San Yu and Saotome Meari, who had been pulled over, nodded in confusion. Yomizuki Luna, with a lollipop in her mouth, casually said, "Because they messaged me. They're still shopping and won't go to the store until later. Shall we go over now and see if we want to eat?"

"After eating, it'll be awkward to chat. If you don't eat, you'll just have to wait, so you might as well go shopping. Besides, can you really resist eating or drinking anything in a store?"

Kazuki Hikaru nodded and said, "I see... So when are we going?"

"They said they'd be there around 7:30, so let's go around that time too. But I didn't expect you to actually come, Sanyu."

Inoku Miyu was taken aback for a moment and said, "Is it strange? I was fine, and Manager Shiraha's cooking is really delicious. Sanri was busy, so I came over and packed her a late-night snack."

"Huh? What has Sanri been busy with lately? I haven't seen him at all."

"Hmm? You really want to know?"

"Um... with that expression... let's just forget about it!"

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Chapter 663 Hoshinomiya Chie's Affirmation, Maria's Reminder (Please Subscribe~)

"Wow! I knew my expectations were right! It smells so good! Manager Shiraha, you're really amazing!"

Chabashira Sae and Kirisu Mafuyu nodded silently. Although they had both eaten there before, every time they came to Shiraha's shop, the aroma of the dishes and the sight of them filled them with anticipation and excitement.

"So the dishes for the three of you are complete: salt and pepper ribs, three-cup chicken, braised beef, a platter of braised dishes with three vegetarian side dishes that are sweet and sour and salty, as well as thirty skewers of grilled meat, chicken gizzards and chicken feet for each of you, and beer and three servings of rice for the two of you. Please call me anytime if you need refills or more rice."

Chabashira Sae nodded and said, "As expected, the snacks to go with the drinks look more substantial. It's a shame that you can't drink, Mafuyu."

Kirisu Mafuyu shook her head and said, "I don't feel any regret. If I don't drink, I won't get drunk, I won't make mistakes or embarrass myself, and I won't harm my health. I can also save room to eat more. Besides, I've never felt that alcohol is anything special."

"Well... Mafuyu's started again. But, Mafuyu, what would you like to drink?"

"There's still half a juice left."

"But we can't just drink 09 juice all the time! We need to find some other drinks to have."

"Um... White..."

Before Kirisu Mafuyu could finish speaking, Shiraha stood up and asked, "Would you like some ice?"

"Eh? Manager Shiraha, you know what I want to drink?"

"You might as well ask me how I know that you yourself don't even know what you want to drink."

Kirisu Mafuyu's eye twitched, and after a few seconds of silence, she whispered, "Add ice." Hoshinomiya Chie smiled and said, "Huh? Mafuyu is so obedient? Manager Shiraha is amazing."

"Stop talking, this is the nightmare of my whole life."

"Huh? Nightmare? What's that... Ah, Manager Shiraha is back! Wow! This isn't beer from a wooden barrel, is it?!"

Bai Yu said with a smile, "Of course not, but since Miss Kirisu has considered not to spoil the atmosphere, and you two are drinking beer, then let's try this."

He handed Kirisu Mafuyu a beer mug, added some ice, and placed it in front of her. Kirisu Mafuyu was taken aback and said, "Eh? It's really not beer?"

"Let's try it first."

Kirisu Mafuyu pursed her lips, then finally picked up the beer glass and took a sip. After one sip, her eyes widened slightly in surprise as she said, "It doesn't taste like beer, but it has a sweet and sour flavor and a malty aroma like bread..."

"You've probably heard of it, this is just kvass, a fermented bread drink that's good for your health. During fermentation, it may produce a tiny amount of alcohol. Kvass doesn't taste like beer, but it's more sweet and sour, with a malty aroma, which is very appetizing."