Can you handle my Hikigaya's cooking?

"Enjoy it, judges."

“Royal hare.”

Completely different from the flavor chosen by Isshiki, Tsukasa's cuisine was once a representative dish that was extremely loved by royal families such as Louis XIV. For the French kings and princes at that time, it was the absolute kingly way.

The rich aroma that continues to emerge, combined with the preparation of the boss, is definitely worthy of being a top-notch dish no matter how you look at it.

The deep chocolate color was exactly what Si showed off. Under the gaze of everyone, the five judges put the dishes into their mouths one after another.

The front and hind legs and shoulder tendons are chopped and mixed together, then wrapped into a tube with a large piece of cut rabbit meat.

To some extent, not only is the unique smell of rabbit meat controlled extremely delicately, but it is also fully heated, making it tender and juicy.

Hachiman looked at the materials on Tsukasa's desk and quickly guessed the method.

The dish is perfectly prepared by adding red wine to the meat and bone broth and stewing it until dry, then adding foie gras, chocolate and rabbit blood. If I must say, this dish... is in some ways even more amazing than Isshiki's playful deliciousness.

It’s not over yet, far from over.

Under the sauce lies the chef’s own creativity, a layer of smooth egg custard that melts instantly in your mouth. The mellow aroma of the egg custard and the sour and sweet taste of the fruit spread out refreshingly, making the originally thick rabbit meat become tender and even eye-catching.

Even with the addition of egg custard, the impact is still undiminished. If it were an ordinary chef, he would definitely not dare to try it easily because it is too difficult. But because the person in front of him is the number one chef, so...

Even in such a competition, as long as there is a slight possibility of success, Si will choose to do so without hesitation. It is said that there is only a fine line between genius and madness, and Si is just like that.

Without a doubt, the winner of this cooking competition is still Senior Si.

Three consecutive victories. As the first place in the Ten Elite Army, they have achieved a luxurious record of three consecutive victories after three consecutive battles. Up to now, they have far surpassed everyone present, and once again, an extremely terrifying shout broke out here.

Si: “That’s the end.”

Isshiki: "No, no, no, it's not over yet. Senior Si, you have a very wrong idea."

Tsukasa: "Oh? I have to say that Isshiki is an outstanding person. If you surrender now, I can ask the commander-in-chief to revoke your expulsion. How about that?"

Isshiki: "So, Senior, you are completely wrong..."

Isshiki looked at Hachiman with an inexplicable trust:

“It’s not me who’s got me here.”

"That's really weird. There should only be the second graders left..."

"Those sophomores might give you some different surprises."

After saying this, Isshiki didn't say much, but just walked slowly off the stage.

At present, with the Ten Elite Corps not losing a single person, there are only four people left in the resistance army, namely Erina, Yukinoshita, Tadokoro Megumi and Hachiman.

In the next game, the original plan was to let Hikigaya Hachiman go first, but with the current situation, it is not a problem that can be solved by who goes on the field. The real trouble lies in getting rid of Tsukasa.

Fortunately, after three consecutive battles, Tsukasa's physical strength was obviously insufficient, so the next match was played by the third seat, Akane Kubo Momo, while the rebels also chose to let Tadokoro Megumi fight first.

After all, she had studied under Shigong for more than a month, and had made great progress in cooking vegetables.

This match might directly lead the direction of this joint team food battle into its final chapter, because if the rebels lose again, the situation will become 3 to 7. Such an absolute advantage cannot be reversed by just one person.

Akane Kubo Momo was already ready, but Tanomo Megumi was still a little nervous. Although she had overcome this problem countless times, it would appear again countless times. At this moment...

Hachiman gently placed his hand on her shoulder, as usual:

"Don't worry, just enjoy the game and don't think too much about other things."

Tadokoro: “Yes!”

After receiving encouragement from Hachiman, Tanomo Megumi's expression changed significantly. The confidence on her face seemed to tell everyone her determination.

As she took in the air deeply, the pleasant cheers beside her had become motivation for Tanado Megumi. For some reason, her body became so light at this moment. Now that she had made up her mind, she would win it well. She knew that she had been bothering Hachiman all the time, but... she was able to cheer up again and again because of him.

“This time, I’m going to win.”

Akane Kubo Momo: "Can I draw the lottery?"

With purple hair and a small body, when she was holding a doll, Momo Akane Kubo looked like a loli. When she heard what Momo Akane Kubo said, Megumi Tadokoro was stunned at first, but soon nodded vigorously.

"Ok."

Akane Kubo Momo was seen trotting to the lottery machine, waving her doll around, and drawing a slip of paper from it.

"apple."

Although it is a common ingredient, it is not easy to make a dish with apple flavor.

And now...

Ever since Tanomo Kei felt her body become lighter, even her thoughts have become more wild and imaginative.

Maybe...it's not difficult for her.

Crack the eggs, add the refreshing and slightly sweet Wasanbon sugar, and let it melt without making foam. Then add honey and mirin, and then...

Although the action is not fast, as long as all the details are done well...

Weigh the low-gluten flour and...

While Tadokoro Megumi was cooking, a unique aroma emanated from Akane Kubo Momo's pot.

It was a dreamlike wonderland like a dessert. Although there was no problem at all with Tanomo Megumi's movements, there was no problem for Akane Kubo Momo either. Her hands moved faster and faster, and there was no problem with the precision of the embellishment.

Time passed quickly. The duel lasted two hours, but Akane Kubo Momo finished it in just over an hour.

but...

Even though it’s done, can a dish like that really be called a dish?

It was a flower basket wrapped in flowers, and the ingredients of the dish were completely invisible.

but...

Even so, after a simple tasting, the judges instantly forgot their previous troubles, as if they had been saved, and became more and more fascinated by this dish.

In this situation, can Megumi Tadokoro really fight back?

Under such circumstances, the dish served by Tanomo Kei was a simple little cake.

Xue's mother did not rush to comment, but just said to Tanomo Hui calmly:

"You must be Shigong's disciple, right? Even your movements are similar."

Tadokoro Megumi: "Not really, after all, he never acknowledged me, but... I will win, for my teacher."

Chapter 18: Hachiman appears, and it is not the appearance that determines the cooking

At first glance, Akane Kubo Momo's dishes are no different from works of art. They look like buds about to bloom, without even a single flaw.

But...if you look closely, you will find that these flowers are placed on the base of the tart. The so-called roses are desserts made of apples.

I saw Ying Lili gently took it in her hand, and the fragrance that spread all over the air instantly filled the entire venue. Different from the strong smell of spices, this was a world like a childlike innocence.

The sweet aroma penetrates into the nostrils like a group of flowers blooming, and the crisp and tender taste of the apple is a real feast for the taste buds. Unlike ordinary works of art, this is not a delicacy that can only be looked at but not eaten. This is the [Damask Rose], which is recognized as the most fragrant flower in the world.

I have to say that the aroma is fully absorbed, but the appearance is not ruined. From a certain perspective, if the aroma is condensed by stewing, the appearance and taste of the apple will become a mess, but now...it is still perfect.

It turns out that this dish is not something that can be made simply by cooking. Simply letting the scent of roses [penetrate] it is a workload that is as difficult as climbing a mountain for a girl.

The dish served by Akane Kubo Momo has obviously scored an untouchable high score, and the next person to appear is Tadokoro Megumi. Whether she can fight back is also a point that everyone is very concerned about. After all, if she loses, the rebels will lose another general.

Different from the dishes served by Akane Kubo Momo, there is no highlight in the appearance or feeling of Tanomo Megumi's dishes, because it is just Dorayaki that is so common that it cannot be more common.

Yoshino: "In terms of appearance alone, it's already defeated."

Liang Mu: "No, the taste is what matters."

Ibusaki: "That's very much like Tadokoro-san's style."

Although it didn't look like anything special, a professional judge would not give an ultimatum to a dish just because of its appearance. They just picked up the dish slowly as usual, and then slowly put it into their mouths amid everyone's nervousness.

The white bean paste was surprisingly mixed with diced apples. Although it was not as good as Akane Kubo Momo's dish, the fresh and refreshing aroma quickly enveloped everyone. However, the only difference was that this aroma was emanating from the judges.

The real fragrance lies within.

All you need is a bite...

Three bowls of sugar, honey and tofu, as well as silky-smooth bread, gently caress the lips. The mellow flavor explodes on the tip of the tongue like fireworks, with gorgeous flowers. The faint sour taste of apple keeps blooming and disappearing. The fragrance that spreads in the mouth is like a super sticky feeling, going straight into the brain.

If we only look at the appearance, this may not be considered a masterpiece, but... the biggest secret of this dish lies in... the butter applesauce that is artificially spread on the inside of the bread.

As the name suggests, this is a sauce made by adding lemon juice, sugar and other condiments to applesauce and then pouring it into butter. This not only blends the unique taste of the fruit with the butter, but also adds sourness, umami and rich flavor to the dish.

However, to make such a dish, it is necessary to perfectly blend and emulsify two ingredients with completely different properties, which is equivalent to blending water and oil into one, which is incredible.

It is so closely integrated that it not only creates a smooth taste, but also has such delicate control over the aroma.

Eriri: "What a pity. Even so, there is still a step difference."

Mai Sakurajima: "He has a keen eye for detail in every aspect, but... he is still a step behind in terms of taste."

After tasting the two people's dishes, the judges seemed to fall into deep thought, and at the last moment of the judging time...the winner was announced.

"3 to 2."

"Akane Kubo Momo, wins."

Perhaps it is just as Sakurajima Mai said, even if this is achieved, there is still one step left. Akane Kubo Momo's cooking is not so easy to surpass. The dishes she makes are perfectly matched in all aspects. In some aspects, there is no shortcoming at all.

And all of this is the key to victory.

Tansho Kei looked at the result in front of her and seemed unable to accept it for a moment.

A lot of pressure piled on her, but she did not bring the final victory to everyone. Although she was only one vote short, she knew that if she lost, she lost. No matter how much she said, it would be meaningless.

Akane Kubo Momo: "That's really not very cute."

As the winner, she was naturally qualified to continue standing on the stage, while Tanomo Megumi, who had lost her qualification to compete, walked off the stage in a rather gloomy manner.

Ryoko: "Is Xiaohui okay?"

Yoshino: "It's okay. Xiaohui is no longer the same person she used to be. Besides, isn't Hikigaya here? So, it's okay."

Ibusaki: "But now, we are at an absolute disadvantage of 3 to 7. Losing four games in a row... can't be considered a good thing."

Not to mention them as roommates, even the ignorant audience seemed to have seen the result for a moment after seeing the terrifying difference in the number of people.

Tadokoro Megumi: "I'm sorry, I still didn't win."

Hachiman: "It's okay, you've done a good job."

Tadokoro Megumi: "Hachiman-san is so kind. Even though I always fail to do well, he still comforts me like this."

Hachiman: "Maybe, but you did really well. Look, didn't you overcome a lot of things? For example, inferiority, nervousness, and nervousness. Be proud as you can, your opponent is the third place."

Listening to Hachiman's words, a tear could not stop falling from the corner of her eye. Yes, as a student who was about to be expelled, she never thought that one day she would stand on such a huge stage and compete with the third place of the top ten. Even now, although she did not win, but...

She was already getting closer.

Next time, I will definitely win.

But compared to this...she looked at Hikigaya Hachiman with more worry:

"Hachiman-san, can I give them all to you?"

This time, Hachiman did not answer, but gently stroked Tanomo Kei's head, and then said calmly:

"I have always followed my heart, and even now, I have never taken the wrong path, so... I will win."

Under the worried gazes of Yukinoshita and Erina, Hachiman simply said this with considerable confidence.

In the next game, start fighting back.

Hachiman has already seen that if Yukinoshita Yukino comes on the court, Haruno will follow immediately, and Erina still needs to rest. In this case, it will be up to him to break this losing streak.

Yukino: "Hikigaya-kun..."

Hachiman: "What's wrong?"

Yukino: "If we lose in the end, will you still insist on cooking?"

Hachiman: "Of course, there may be a 'Hikigaya Hotel' in some secluded place."

As if getting a positive answer, Yukino's mind became calm, and she just smiled and replied:

"it is good."