People in Zongman: My Dimensional Cuisine

"Hmm...don't think of me as so cunning~ After all, I'm just an ordinary girl with a few little ideas~"

"You? An ordinary girl? Do you think I believe that?"

"I think you believe me~ And I really am jealous~"

Watching the two older girls outwitting and outmaneuvering each other, Sakura Hibiki and Gina couldn't help but sigh, "Is this what the adult world is like...?"

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Chapter 235 Talking Tsukasa Eishi, Happy Klara (Please subscribe~)

Hibiki Sakura and Gina really felt that they were still too young. There was a reason why they were single. This level was not something they could play at, at least not at their current level.

"Hey~ Kirari, you're going back later, right?"

Kirari sighed and said, "Although I really want to stay here, and although I beat those guys, it doesn't mean I can just ignore everything. Besides, a very interesting student has recently appeared at the school."

"Huh? For you to say you're interested, you must have a great figure~"

Upon hearing this, Kirari was taken aback and asked in confusion, "Why do you say that?"

"Because you're interested in both Ran and Akemi~"

"What about the garden?"

"Maybe it's because Sonoko is too silly~"

Lucifer looked at Kirari, who had brought this up so casually, and silently gave her a thumbs up. It was absolutely flawless; she was still the same Kirari.

Kraki was much more lively at this point, constantly asking Eishi questions, treating him like her younger brother. Although she's a bit introverted, she's really good at talking!

"Hiccup~ Mmm... Phew~ I'm finally full~ I didn't expect Bai Yu's cooking to be so delicious~ I really don't know how we're going to eat out anymore~ Right, Gina~"

Gina nodded, wiping the light sweat from her forehead after drinking two bowls of soup, and said, "Yeah, Brother Baiyu is really amazing. He has such a great physique, is very handsome, cooks very well, and is a very nice person. Most importantly, he's also a professional boxer. That's incredible!"

Si Yingshi was taken aback. A professional boxer? Could Bai Yu be a boxer? But Si Yingshi only thought about it briefly. After all, he didn't even watch boxing. He was better off just being a chef.

"Huh? So, Tsukasa, you're basically someone who specializes in French cuisine?"

Tsukasa Eishi nodded and said, "Yes, because I feel that French cuisine is a very noble and elegant cuisine, and it can better bring out the flavor of the ingredients themselves, so I chose to specialize in French cuisine."

Klaqi nodded. Although she had only eaten Chinese food at Baiyu's place, she had to admit that French cuisine was a step above in terms of plating, garnishes, and flavor.

If I had to describe it, Chinese cuisine is more like an unparalleled army that gathers the essence of a hundred schools of thought and encompasses all things, while French cuisine is like the medieval Templars, emphasizing various strange chivalrous spirits and being more particular about their attire.

Each has its own advantages. As one of the three major cuisines in the world, alongside Chinese cuisine, French cuisine definitely has outstanding flavor and artistry.

Kraki said doubtfully, "But~ none of what you ordered was French cuisine~ If I had to say, apart from the French toast, none of it was French cuisine~"

Tsukasa Eishi said with some awe, "Yes, because when Manager Shiraha substituted for us before, I happened to listen to a lesson on Tom Yum soup. After going back and studying it carefully, I found that the taste has indeed improved a lot, but it still feels much worse than what Manager Shiraha said."

"Oh~ so you ordered a Tom Yum soup, and wanted to learn how to improve it while you ate?"

"Yes~"

Kraki smiled and said, "Hmm~ No wonder you became the first seat of Totsuki Academy. I remember there was a very skilled French chef in the previous worlds who even received the Order of Puruspur~"

After thinking for a moment, Tsukasa Eishi said, "Hmm~ Ah! Mrs. Klara, are you talking about Senior Shinomiya Kojiro? Senior Shinomiya's cooking is indeed very amazing. I have always wanted to become a French cuisine chef as amazing as Senior Shinomiya."

"once?"

Tsukasa Eishi sighed and nodded, saying, "Yes, Manager Shiraha made me realize that I still have a long way to go in my culinary journey. So I want to expand my culinary skills. After graduation, I'll probably travel around to see more of the world and reflect before opening my own restaurant."

"Oh, I see~ Remember to contact me if you need a star rating later~"

Tsukasa Eishi, somewhat flattered, said, "Eh? Can this really help? May I ask, Mrs. Klaqi, what rank of executive officer are you?"

"I am one of the three First-Class Executors working alongside Nakiri Managi, the only Special-Class Executor in WGO~ But don't worry~ I'm just being a little more lenient with you; it still depends on your own abilities~"

"Huh?! A First-Class Executive Officer? Mrs. Kraki is already a First-Class Executive Officer at such a young age? That's really impressive..."

Kraki expressed that she really wanted Tsukasa Eishi to be her younger brother. Perhaps it was unintentional, but every word he said accurately hit the mark that Kraki wanted to hear, showing great promise.

"Hmm~ then it's about time we headed back, Bai Yu~"

Hearing Kirari's voice, Shiraha came out of the kitchen and said in confusion, "Hmm? Are we going back now? Well, it's good that you probably have a lot of things to take care of right now."

Kirari nodded and said with a smile, "Of course there's a lot to do~ But if some people could be a little more considerate, things would be a little easier~"

"What do you want to say?"

"Nothing much~ It's just that you'll continue to come to the gym with me tomorrow~ No... I should say that you'll be my coach every day until the competition~ Aren't you happy?"

Bai Yu sighed and said, "Happy~ Very happy~ But I would be even happier if I didn't have to go."

"Is it too much trouble for you to work out with me? Besides, I'm giving you a reward! How about this, if you can still convince me that you're a competent coach until the very last day before the competition, I'll give you a big surprise!"

"Hmm? That's interesting. Be careful on your way back."

I have a car!

"I was talking about Hibiki and Gina~"

"Eh?"

Kirari smiled and said, "Let's go~ I'll take you back. Although it's not very late, it's not very convenient for you to get back, so I'll take you."

Hibiki Sakura and Gina didn't refuse, firstly because it was indeed the case, and secondly because they had gotten to know each other quite well by the end of the day, and being too sentimental among friends would always have the opposite effect.

"Huh? Kirari-nee, you didn't pay..."

"Huh? We're eating staff meals, why should we pay?"

"Hey? Alright~ Stop spacing out~ Ahua, take the two of them and follow. Baiyu, I'll be going now~ See you tomorrow~ Oh~ Oh, and goodbye Si too~"

For some reason, Tsukasa Eishi felt nervous upon seeing Kirari and quickly said, "Goodbye, Master's wife!"

Kirari Momobami licked her lips and said with a smile, "Hmm~ What a good boy~"

After Kirari left, Tsukasa Eishi finally breathed a sigh of relief. Lucifer said helplessly, "In a sense, it's not unreasonable for Sonoko and Akemi to be afraid of Kirari. By the way, Shiraha, are you going to the gym tomorrow?"

"Sure, it's almost the end of the month anyway. But if you want to do something else, that's fine too. After all, with Kraki around, the three of you should have plenty of places to go."

"Hmm~"

As long as you're not acting alone with Cerberus, there won't be any problems!

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Chapter 236 Strange Humans, For Peace of Mind (Please Subscribe~)

"The alley is too narrow for you two, so I won't escort you in. When you get home, tell Zhu Mei; that girl knows who to ask to contact me."

After nodding and thanking Gina, Hibiki Sakura watched as Kirari and Awa drove away. Hibiki remarked with a touch of melancholy, "Sigh~ I really don't know if I'm more impressive or they are..."

Gina asked in confusion, "Huh? Hibiki, why would you say something like that?"

Hibiki Sakura waved her hand and said, "Before I knew gym memberships were reimbursable, I had to work to earn money just to get a workout. But now I realize everyone around me is a rich girl! Akemi is a born rich girl, Lucifer seems to be a CEO, Kraki is a rich and beautiful woman, and Kirari is on par with the chairman!"

"so what?"

"So I wonder if I have a natural affinity for rich girls?"

Gina's lips twitched as she said, "This is too outrageous~ Let's go back first, and don't forget what Sister Kirali said."

"You can just make a call."

"Eh? Why?"

"Because I want to watch a movie~"

"Eh?!"

As Bai Yu said, living together with friends, especially if both have good personalities, is a really lively and fun lifestyle.

Perhaps it was because Kirari was missing, or perhaps it was because Shiraha's shop was a magical shop, just as Yukihira Joichiro had said, or perhaps it was because of Kraki's friendly way of chatting, that Tsukasa Eishi relaxed a lot at this moment.

"so..."

Sizzle...

This sound abruptly interrupted Tsukasa Eishi's words, but he showed no displeasure whatsoever, because it was arguably the most beautiful sound he had ever heard in the restaurant.

"The aroma of black pepper...it looks like a black pepper steak...wait...why does the beef flavor smell so strong too? As expected of Manager Shiraha, one steak is enough for someone to learn from..."

Just as Tsukasa Eishi said, Shiraha was indeed cooking this black pepper steak. This steak was also Tsukasa Eishi's last dish. Some non-Chinese dishes can be made very quickly if you don't care about plating.

As it turns out, meat is meat, it's just different. This stuff comes with a meaty aroma that really whets the appetite, and that's exactly how Tsukasa Eishi was at that moment.

Tsukasa Eishi's appetite was completely whetted. The human imagination is terrifying. As the first seat holder, Tsukasa Eishi could imagine the prestige of this black pepper steak just by smelling it.

It may not be fancy, but it has an irresistible charm. It's definitely not well-done, so it's exceptionally tender. The surface turns a dark brown from the cooking process, with specks of black pepper on the steak. A layer of black pepper sauce will always be drizzled on top, slowly dripping under the light, shimmering with a subtle sheen.

The unique spiciness of the black pepper wafts out as the knife and fork cut into it. The sauce slowly slides down the surface of the tender steak, dripping onto the clean white plate along with the slightly pink center, creating a perfect picture with the cherry tomatoes and rosemary garnish on one side and the silent white sausage on the other.

Sometimes, people are just like that—their bodies can't go on anymore, but their spirits tell them, "It's okay, you can keep going," and then they actually do it. The same goes for appetite.

I wonder if you've ever had that feeling where, in a certain moment, a taste suddenly comes to mind, and then a picture comes to mind, slowly filling in the background, and the image of a dish or food in your mind becomes clearer and clearer. At that moment, you feel that this thing is so delicious that you can't stand not eating it.

However, when you actually eat it, you often find that it's not as delicious as you imagined, but it still manages to soothe the anxiety in your heart.

Sometimes we do something not to achieve a desired goal, but to satisfy our own spirit and to find peace of mind. So when we have a strange idea, we do it! We realize it! Although the result may not be so pleasant, it is enough to soothe our restless heart.

Finally, under Tsukasa Eishi's expectant gaze, Shiraha pushed the food cart over. At this moment, Tsukasa Eishi felt that Shiraha was more like the White Knight than he was.

"Manager Shirayu, I think the title 'White Knight' suits you better~"

Bai Yu smiled and said, "I don't know why you guys always like to use white on me. Although I like white, it's not my favorite color."

Just as Kraki and Lucifer were about to ask, Tsukasa Eishi said in a puzzled tone, "Eh? So, what color do you like, Manager Shiraha?"

"Beautiful!" x2

This was the only thought in Lucifer and Kraki's minds. Bai Yu thought for a moment and said, "White, black, blue, ah~ and red, these colors are all pretty good~"

Lucifer and Kraki silently took notes. Shiraha placed all the dishes in front of Tsukasa Eishi and said with a smile, "Well then, all the dishes are served. I put the desserts in the refrigerator so they'll taste even better when you eat them~"

Tsukasa Eishi, somewhat flattered, said, "Manager Shiraha, I... this... how can you speak to me like that? You're really overestimating me..."

Bai Yu smiled and said, "Si, remember, in a restaurant, no matter how familiar you are with someone, you still need to show proper etiquette. Although your future restaurant might have staff specifically reminding you of these things~"

Tsukasa Eishi nodded, and Shiraha said with a smile, "Then please enjoy your meal~"

After saying that, she turned around and went back to Lucifer's side. Since Kirari had left with Sakura Hibiki and the others, Klara naturally sat down next to her, while Cerberus just collapsed there, as if everything in the world had nothing to do with him.

Looking at the enticing aroma of the dish before him, Tsukasa Eishi perfectly embodied the art of Western plating, a feast for the eyes, nose, and palate. He glanced at Shiraha, who was teasing Lucifer, and murmured, "As expected of Shiraha-sensei..."

Although Shiraha kept telling Tsukasa Eishi that he wasn't his teacher but just a restaurant manager, Tsukasa Eishi still regarded Shiraha as his teacher in his heart. Whether it was in terms of people or cooking, this was the first time Tsukasa Eishi had ever respected someone. Sometimes, once you call someone "teacher," you can never forget them for the rest of your life.

Tsukasa Eishi shook his head, picked up his knife and fork, and instead of eating the Tom Yum soup he had come specifically to learn how to make, he chose the black pepper steak that exuded a rich aroma. He wanted to know if it matched his expectations.

The moment the knife and fork touched the table, the freshness and tenderness were instantly transmitted through the knife, and steam billowed out. Tsukasa Eishi knew that his imagination was not enough; the aroma had already exceeded his expectations.

If doing something and not achieving the initially envisioned happy ending is for the sake of peace of mind, then exceeding expectations is not peace of mind; it's called being overwhelmed with emotion...

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Chapter 237 Indulging in Unrestrained Enjoyment, Finding a Sliver of Peace of Mind (Please Subscribe~)

That's how steak should feel. It doesn't need any restraint when it's served. Cows are inherently bold and unrestrained, and their meat doesn't need any subtlety. From the moment it's served, it attracts you with its rich aroma, as if afraid you won't know what kind of texture and deliciousness is hidden in its tenderness.

Cut off a piece, dip it in a little black pepper sauce, and put it in your mouth. The tender meat and the burst of juice, combined with the unique spiciness of the black pepper sauce, make your tongue feel like it's on fire.

Tsukasa Eishi is now in the state he described before. This time, he's not just at ease; he's incredibly excited and his heart is pounding. However, he knows very well that his main target today is not the guy in front of him.

Tsukasa Eishi suppressed the urge to continue eating and looked at a pot of bright red soup on the side. Ever since the dishes were served, Tsukasa Eishi had felt like something was watching him, but he didn't pay attention to it. Now he knew what it was.

At this moment, several shrimp in the Tom Yum soup were quietly soaking in the broth, their two little black eyes watching him silently, looking like children playing hide-and-seek, wanting to pounce out and surprise him when he wasn't paying attention.

Many people might find the name "Tom Yum Soup" strange. What is this? Usually, spicy chicken sounds like chicken and chili peppers, and braised pork sounds like meat. What on earth is Tom Yum Soup? They have no idea what it means.

The "Tom Yum" in Tom Yum soup refers to its sour and spicy flavor, while "Kung" means shrimp. In other words, the essence of Tom Yum soup is a sour and spicy shrimp soup, but it also contains a lot of curry, which gives it a unique flavor.

I remember saying more than once that the most mouthwatering and mouth-watering foods are sour and spicy. Just thinking about them makes my mouth water. But what if you put these two together?

That's right, Tom Yum soup is exactly like that. It's a perfect blend of sour, spicy, sweet, fragrant, and savory flavors. Once you start eating it, wow, the first time you try it, you might not be able to handle it. But once you get used to it, the only word to describe it is "can't stop eating it".

The shrimp meat is tender and bouncy, and it doesn't become soft and mushy at all due to stewing. It still retains its original freshness and bouncyness. The shrimp shells can't resist the rich and delicious soup. With each bite, the shrimp meat with various flavors enters your mouth. The freshness of the shrimp meat and the rich flavor of the soup are simply amazing!

No matter what, this dish has one very powerful feature: it is soup. The word "rice" means "to contain," and it can contain all the ingredients and broth. But the meaning of soup is not just to contain, but to encompass.

Soup can accommodate any ingredients, such as meat, vegetables, mushrooms, and even eggs can be poured into the pot directly after cracking the shell. That's what makes this Tom Yum soup so special.