Food Wars, my food not only glows!

　"What's that saying again? Women don't love men who aren't a little bad."

　So now, do you love me or not, my dear little Alice, for all of this?

　His large hand moved upwards from her feet, Bai Yuan's voice carrying a hint of teasing. His other hand mischievously tickled the sole of her foot, making her want to pull away, but he held it tightly, which made the girl's face turn even redder.

　"You know perfectly well why you're asking, of course I like it! Brother Bai Yuan is so mean!"

　Feeling Bai Yuan's increasingly restless hands, Nakiri Alice suddenly went from sitting to lying on the bed, her chest heaving violently.

　After a long pause, she finally uttered those words, her tone tinged with a touch of coquettish reproach.

　"Go take a shower first. You've been on a plane for several hours and have been traveling for a few days. You must be very tired. I'll massage your feet after you shower."

　Taking a deep breath, Bai Yuan lowered his hand, suppressing the desire in his heart, and prepared to take the next step after taking a shower. If he pressed down again, he would make a mistake.

　"Mmm, kiss."

　Alice Nakiri nodded gently, her body trembling, and looked at Shiro Awakening sitting next to her, a feeling of joy welling up in her heart.

　Then, she opened her arms and wrapped them tightly around his neck, looked at his exceptionally handsome face, and kissed him.

　"Okay, kiss~"

　Seeing Alice Nakiri approaching him with such an expression, Bai Yuan naturally couldn't push her away.

　After kissing for a while, Alice Nakiri finally left, took out her pajamas from her suitcase, and strolled into the bathroom.

　Watching the girl's retreating figure, Bai Yuan withdrew his gaze, silently switched the TV channel to Crayon Shin-chan, and sat on the bed, hugging his pillow as he watched.

　This posture was something he developed when he was a child, holding Alice Nakiri while watching TV.

　Children love new things and are full of curiosity about the outside world, but because honing her cooking skills requires staying at home, she rarely goes out except on holidays. For Alice Nakiri, television is the best medium for contact.

　Under Bai Yuan's deliberate guidance, Alice developed a love for cartoons like Crayon Shin-chan and Doraemon, and as a child, she often pestered Bai Yuan to show her elephants.

　As she grew older, after receiving incredibly detailed instruction from Leonora Nakiri, she realized how absurd her actions were and never shouted like that again.

　Soon after, the sound of running water came from the bathroom.

　Bai Yuan watched TV, occasionally smiling, while the kitchen was filled with the aroma of steak.

　"This is so pleasant!"

　Swirling the cocktail glass and watching Crayon Shin-chan, Bai Yuan couldn't help but sigh.

　She leaned back against the cushion behind her.

　This scene reminded him of a summer afternoon in Northern Europe.

　The sun was shining brightly, and the girl was as languid as a kitten.

　She lay in his arms, letting out a silvery laugh.

　The cicadas chirped incessantly outside the window, the kitchen was filled with delicious aromas, and the sound of children playing came from the television—everything was so beautiful and comfortable.

　Now, the house is heated, the same animation is playing on the TV, and the girl is taking a bath and changing clothes in the bathroom, as if she has returned to that leisurely afternoon.

　Time passes little by little.

　Bai Yuan got out of bed and strode towards the kitchen.

　Whether out of shyness or lack of preparation, Alice Nakiri stayed in the bathroom for a long time, reluctant to come out.

　"Excellent, cooked to perfection."

　Entering the kitchen, Bai Yuan opened the pressure cooker lid, smelled the aroma wafting through the air, picked up the beef with chopsticks, and showed a satisfied expression on his face.

　After being pressure cooked in a pressure cooker, the bones on both sides of the beef ribs protruded, making them look very appetizing. Bai Yuan arranged them evenly on a plate.

　Take a pot and pour the broth from the pressure cooker into a strainer to remove any vegetable residue. Then, turn up the heat to reduce the sauce until it's reduced by half, then add the marinated beef short ribs.

　In a separate pot, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant. Then, use a cleaver to slice two mushrooms to make them fresh. Drain the peas and add them to the pot.

　A spoonful of wine, a spoonful of cream, and you'll have a perfect creamy mushroom stew. Add salt and chicken powder to taste.

　Stirring the pot a couple of times with a spoon, then turning off the heat, Bai Yuan brought a blender from nearby, chopped an avocado, and poured the creamy mushroom stew from the pot into it.

　Turn on the blender and crush all the ingredients together, turning them into a green, fragrant sauce. Then filter it through a high-mesh filter.

　The sauce in the other pot also gradually decreased due to the rising temperature.

　Bai Yuan scooped the beef ribs out of the pot and arranged them neatly on a plate. Then he took some butter and flour, mixed them together, and added them to the pot with the remaining sauce.

　After reducing the sauce over high heat, filter it through a high-mesh strainer. This will make the sauce smoother and create layers of flavor with the sauce of the grilled beef ribs.

　A spoonful of creamy mushroom stew sauce forms the base. Use a spoon to tap the sauce down the middle and spread it out on the plate. Place the beef ribs on top and finally drizzle with balsamic vinegar sauce.

　"Let's add some bacon bits and parsley to enhance the color and flavor."

　Looking at the dish in front of him, Bai Yuan rubbed his chin, and the idea popped into his mind. Then he cut some bacon and parsley and sautéed them in the oil.

　After processing, Bai Yuan placed both ingredients on top of the beef ribs, instantly enriching the dish's color and making it even more appetizing.

　At the same time, the bathroom door opened, and Alice Nakiri, whose hair had been dried, walked out and came to the inside of the balcony with a rosy complexion.

　There was a small round wooden table there, with two bottles of cocktails and glasses on it, and Alice Nakiri was sitting in one of the seats.

　Watching Bai Yuan's busy figure, she didn't say anything, just stared blankly, until she noticed him knocking on the door next to her.

　"For your dinner, I didn't steam rice, so I gave you two extra pieces of meat."

　Get some rest early tonight, don't stay up late, you need to conserve your energy for tomorrow's battle.

　After leaving the kitchen, Bai Yuan did not immediately go to Alice Nakiri. Instead, he knocked on the door next to him, carrying an extra-large steak.

　"Ah? Okay..."

　Looking at Kikuchi Sonoka, who had also changed into her pajamas and whose face was slightly flushed, Shirai handed her the Italian balsamic steak that he had just cooked.

　"Thank you."

　Kikuchi Sonoka took the steak, whispered a thank you, and avoided eye contact with him, clearly having heard the commotion outside from inside the room.

　"Then, restrain yourself a little. You said you would wait until tomorrow night."

　Bai Yuan glanced at the girl, Kikuchi Sonoka, whose legs were tucked under her hips, pinched her cheek, and whispered something in her ear, like a devil's whisper.

　"I know! You don't need to remind me!"

　The girl's face turned frighteningly red, and her eyes darted away when she heard Bai Yuan's words, clearly feeling guilty.

　"A reminder is still necessary, otherwise I'm worried you won't behave in your room tonight. Here, take this, I'll make sure you're satisfied tomorrow."

　As they were talking, Bai Yuan thoughtfully took out two earplugs from his pocket and put them into the pocket on Kikuchi Sonoka's chest.

　Sleep well.

　After saying this, Bai Yuan closed the door.

　And what about Kikuchi Sonoka? At this moment, she only felt her body getting a little hot; Shiro's actions just now had aroused her.

　But there was nothing I could do but endure it.

　The patience we have now is for a better enjoyment tomorrow!

　The thing she had been looking forward to for so long was finally going to happen tomorrow, and she didn't want to fail at the last minute, because she wouldn't be able to forgive herself for that!

　Go to bed early so you can enjoy life better tomorrow!

　With her fists slightly clenched, Kikuchi Sonoka thought to herself, then placed the food she was holding on the small dining table next to her and threw herself onto the bed.

　Feeling the coolness in front of her, the girl's fever subsided slightly, but it wasn't enough.

　She drew the curtains and took off her pajamas; the coolness brought on by the clothes helped clear her head.

　Then, she began to enjoy the food on the table.

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　On the other side, white

　After closing the door, Yuan returned to the kitchen and placed two exquisite Italian balsamic steaks in front of Alice Nakiri.

　"Try it."

　He pulled out a chair and sat down, pouring himself a cocktail. Bai Yuan handed him a knife, fork, and chopsticks, while he picked up a bone and started gnawing on it.

　He prefers to pick up the food and eat it directly rather than using a knife, fork, or chopsticks. It's more convenient, and it tastes better too.

　"I'm gonna start now."

　Seeing Bai Yuan's rough movements, Alice Nakiri, unusually, did not use a knife and fork, but put them aside and picked up the bone-in steak with her hand and took a bite.

　The next moment, her eyes lit up, whether from the reflection of the shimmering steak or from genuine happiness, it was hard to tell.

　"The carefully pan-fried beef short ribs have a golden and crispy exterior that locks in the juices, while the meat inside is tender and juicy, with a rich beef flavor and a subtle grilled aroma."

　The Maillard reaction creates an enticing caramel layer on the surface of the steak, adding complexity to the flavor.

　The pressure cooking process makes the beef more tender, and the marrow in the bones and the fat in the meat fully blend with the seasonings, creating a rich aroma of meat and bones.

　In addition, the beef short ribs absorbed the aromas of red wine, Italian vinegar, chicken broth, and various herbs, resulting in a richer overall flavor with a slightly sweet and sour taste and a hint of cinnamon spiciness.

　As she savored the taste, Alice Nakiri couldn't help but sing, her body trembling from the delicious sensation.

　Thinking about what was about to happen, Alice Nakiri did not suppress the impulse that arose in her heart, but instead released it to her heart's content.

　In an instant, the shockwave spread throughout the room, engulfing the two people present.

　This caused Bai Yuan's clothes to rip, and Nakiri Alice to appear in her most primitive form, but neither of them cared.

　"The creamy mushroom stew, as a sauce, has a delicate and smooth texture and a rich creamy mushroom flavor that perfectly complements the beef short ribs."

　The addition of avocado makes the sauce smoother and gives it a unique fruity aroma, which intertwines with the flavor of creamy mushrooms to create a refreshing yet rich taste!

　The balsamic vinegar sauce adds a bright touch of sourness to the dish, creating a striking contrast with the rich flavor of the beef.

　The final addition of chopped bacon and parsley not only enhances the dish's color but also brings a savory and refreshing aroma, making the overall flavor more complete and complex.

　Scrape a little sauce from the bottom of the plate with your finger, put it in your mouth and savor it carefully. Alice Nakiri quickly analyzed the composition of the flavor.

　As a top-level chef, and having received training from Bai Yuan since childhood, her sense of taste, even if not as good as the God's Tongue, is already almost on par.

　At least in its initial state, God Tongue would be hard to surpass the current Alice Nakiri.

　"That's right, I learned this dish from a Western chef in Shanghai."

　I tried it once at his restaurant, and it took me two tries to recreate it before I succeeded. Later, I made some slight improvements.

　What you are eating now is my improved version.

　Seeing the satisfaction in the girl's eyes, Bai Yuan smiled slightly and said.

　"So it turns out the amount was adjusted by Brother Baiyuan. Brother Baiyuan, would you like to try what the sauce tastes like when mixed together?"

　As she spoke, Alice Nakiri scooped up a smear of sauce with her finger and smeared it on herself, looking at him with a shy and timid tone.

　Alice Nakiri didn't know why she was being so bold today, but she knew she wanted to make Bai Yuan happy.

　"I'm gonna start now!"

　Seeing this, Bai Yuan's Adam's apple bobbed, then he put his hands together and said a standard pre-meal greeting, silently moving the round table in front of him away.

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　"Teacher Baiyuan..."

　Clutching the hotel pillow tightly in both hands, Kikuchi Sonoka closed her eyes and murmured to herself, her face flushed with an intoxicating blush.

　Although she had no intention of generating her own electricity, she still dreamed of Bai Yuan and some things that would happen the next day.

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　"Wow! I had a really good night's sleep."

　Lazily stretching and yawning, making a crackling sound, Kikuchi Sonoka climbed out of bed, the blanket slipping off her body.

　"But I'm so thirsty..."

　Feeling thirsty, the girl threw off the blanket covering her legs, revealing her flawless white skin. She then got out of bed, opened the bedroom door, and went straight to the kitchen to find something to drink.

　However, the moment the door opened, seeing the mess in Bai Yuan and Nakiri Alice's room, the girl's still somewhat dazed consciousness instantly cleared.