Food Wars!: Delicious Food of the Heavens

In the Food Wars Arena, Lin Yu was in his lounge, closing his eyes to rest and prepare himself.

"Lin Yujun!"

Suddenly, with a shout, the door to the lounge was flung open, and a large group of people from Polaris Dormitory filed in, instantly filling the small lounge.

"Lin Yu-jun, why are you and Mito Ikumi suddenly going to have a food battle?"

Yoshino Yuuki grabbed Lin Yu's arm and shook it for a while.

"If we hadn't heard Ryoko mention it, we'd probably still be in the dark!"

As she said this, Yoshino Yuuki's face showed both annoyance at Lin Yu's perceived lack of courtesy and worry about Lin Yu's first Food War at Totsuki Academy.

"It's just a food battle, isn't it?"

Unlike the emotionally charged Yoshino Yuuki, Lin Yu, the person involved in the food battle, remained calm and showed no sign of panic.

"Ryoko was like this before, and now you're doing it, Yuuki. It's just a food battle, is there any need to overreact?"

"What! You think my reaction is too strong?"

Seeing Lin Yu's completely unperturbed expression, Yoshino Yuuki was speechless.

Lin Yujun, you have such a strong heart, which makes me seem like I'm easily flustered in the face of trouble!

"Please get this straight, it's normal for me to be nervous in this situation. It's actually strange that you, Lin Yujun, are so calm right now."

Not only was Yoshino Yuuki at a loss for words, but the members of the Polar Star Dormitory behind her were also speechless at Lin Yu's calm demeanor.

"Lin Yu, you'd better be cautious and not underestimate your opponent."

Ryoko Sakaki also stepped forward to persuade Lin Yu, her usually gentle expression now replaced by concern and worry.

"As far as I know, the Mito Ikumi who fought you in the food battle is a top student and quite well-known among the first-year students."

"Yes! Yes! Ryoko is right!" Yoshino Yuuki agreed wholeheartedly.

"You think she gave herself that nickname 'Meat Invader'? It was given to her by countless defeated opponents during her many food battles in junior high!"

Yoshino Yuuki glared at Lin Yu, feigning anger. "But looking at your expression, Lin Yu-kun, you're so calm, it's like you're not the one participating in the food battle."

"Haha, I want to be nervous, but I just can't seem to get it. What can I do?"

Although they were a bit nagging, Lin Yu knew that everyone cared about him.

But he just couldn't get nervous!

after all......

Haha, facing an opponent with no difficulty and a victory with no suspense, even if you take it seriously, it's impossible to feel "nervous"...

Of course, Lin Yu didn't continue. If the people in Polar Star Dormitory knew that he was going to the food battle with a playful attitude, they would probably worry about him again.

"Don't worry! I'm confident I can do it!"

Lin Yu looked at the concerned looks from everyone and nodded to them one by one.

"After all, you've eaten my cooking several times already, and I'm quite skilled, you know?"

"As my roommates, you need to have some faith in me!"

"Besides, Mito-san has challenged me to several food battles. If I don't respond, wouldn't it make me look scared?"

"I don't want to suffer reputational damage because of this inexplicable thing."

As he spoke, Lin Yu looked at the television hanging on the wall in the lounge.

On the television screen, the arena for the competition had already been set up, and students were gradually taking their seats in the surrounding stands.

Looking around, the stands were almost completely full.

Lin Yu took a deep breath, a touch of emotion appearing in his eyes.

"Besides, I've heard about Totsuki's Food Wars for a long time."

"Since we've come all the way to Totsuki, wouldn't it be a huge regret if we didn't experience it?"

"You think this is a sightseeing trip?! An experience?" Yoshino Yuuki pouted, somewhat unconvinced. "Even if it is an experience, do you really need to find such a strong opponent? What if you lose?"

"Alright, Yuuki, stop saying such discouraging things!"

Isshiki Satoshi suddenly stepped forward, pulled Yoshino Yuuki over, and his expression and tone were somewhat serious.

"This is Lin Yujun's decision. Since he has made up his mind, you shouldn't say anything more."

As he spoke, Isshiki looked at Lin Yu, but even he couldn't see a trace of tension in Lin Yu's eyes.

"I believe in Lin Yujun; he's not the kind of person who's reckless and impulsive."

"Since he dared to agree, he must be quite confident in defeating Mito-kun."

"Yeah?"

Everyone looked at Lin Yu.

Faced with everyone's questioning gazes, Lin Yu didn't speak, but simply nodded mysteriously, revealing a confident demeanor.

Yoshino Yuuki immediately breathed a sigh of relief, "That's great!"

"Alright, everyone, please go out first, so as not to disturb Lin Yujun's adjustment."

Isshiki Satoshi ushered the Polar Star Dormitory members out of the lounge. As they were leaving, he looked at Lin Yu, nodded, and gave him an encouraging look.

"Lin Yujun, don't put too much pressure on yourself. Everyone in Polar Star Dormitory will be cheering you on from the stands."

"Yes, Isshiki-senpai, please thank everyone for me."

After the Polaris Dormitory members left, Lin Yu quietly sat back on the sofa to rest. He leaned back slightly, found the most comfortable position, rested his neck on the sofa cushion, and constantly and flexibly rotated his wrists to make the final adjustments.

A box containing ingredients and tools was placed beside me; everything was ready.

Lin Yu closed his eyes and waited quietly for the food battle to begin.

......

"Sorry to keep you all waiting!"

In the center of the spacious competition venue, a ring has already been set up.

In the middle of the arena was a long table and three chairs, which were the judges' seats.

A cooking station was set up on each side of the arena, complete with everything from stoves and sinks to ovens and refrigerators.

"This food battle has been approved by the Food Battle Management Bureau, and the food battle is now officially in effect!"

In the center of the stage, a cute girl in a school uniform was performing her duties as emcee. With just a few words, she enlivened the atmosphere in the venue.

"Now, let's welcome both players to the stage."

The emcee raised his hand and pointed to an exit on one side, "The first contestant to appear is: Mito Ikumi!"

As the emcee's voice faded, a figure emerged from the shadows of the passageway. He had short blond hair, wheat-colored skin, an impressive physique and a commanding presence, and an extremely serious expression with a hint of solemnity.

"Mito Ikumi!"

"Give that transfer student a good talking-to!"

A shout came from the crowd; Mito Ikumi was quite famous among the students.

"Now, please welcome our second contestant, the transfer student, Lin Yu!"

Upon hearing the emcee's voice, Lin Yu, who was waiting at the exit, stepped out of the shadows and into the brightly lit venue.

"Hey, did you guys see that? It's that transfer student. How dare he even show up?"

"That's right, that's [Invader of Flesh - Mito Ikumi], a follower of Lady Erina, and she's incredibly powerful!"

"He's definitely going to lose this food battle!"

"I think so too, humph! Who told him to be so arrogant at the opening ceremony?"

"Exactly! Saying those incredibly arrogant things with such a lazy attitude is even more annoying than that red-haired transfer student's speech!"

There were constant murmurs of discussion around him, all expressing their skepticism about Lin Yu.

As Lin Yu entered, he heard some whispers around him, but he didn't pay any attention and remained expressionless.