Food Wars, my food not only glows!

　As Shota Nakiri's movements became faster and faster, people around him gradually noticed him and then realized that his dish was about to be finished.

　"They're making layered meat patties, and they look pretty good."

　No sooner had the man finished speaking than Nakiri Shota took the mille-feuille meat pie out of the electric griddle, picked up a sharp knife, and sliced ​​it in half.

　In an instant, the rich aroma of meat spread rapidly in all directions from the cut surface, immediately attracting the attention of many people.

　"Gudu."

　"It's really good, the smell is very appetizing, but it's a bit too ordinary, and I can't see anything special about it."

　Shota Nakiri cut the mille-feuille meat patty and placed it on the white plate in front of him. A servant stepped forward and distributed the dishes to everyone.

　Upon witnessing this scene, the vanguard of the First Faction couldn't help but both praise and mock.

　"It's not necessarily a bad thing that things are normal. Look at Alice, she worked so hard and only made three dragon head pastries. There were none for us."

　Upon hearing the words from the first faction, the second faction immediately retorted, a traditional skill of the Nakiri family.

　"There's not much point in eating the common dishes. There are so many dishes here, and they're all better than this. Why not try some dishes that people don't know how to make?"

　"You really are something..."

　Listening to the two factions belittling each other, neither Senzaemon nor Umori-in Nakiri uttered a sound, but simply stared silently at Alice Nakiri, or more precisely, at her hand.

　They knew very well that Alice Nakiri, as Hakubuchi's beloved disciple and inheritor of his mantle, was very likely to surpass Erina Nakiri in the future.

　"Has it finally come to this...?"

　Looking at the oil pan in front of her, whose temperature was gradually rising, Alice Nakiri couldn't help but swallow. This was the most crucial step in determining the success or failure of the Dragon Head Pastry.

　If any part of the dragon head pastry falls off during the frying process, then everything is wasted and you have to start all over again.

　Carefully examining every detail of the dragon head pastry, Alice Nakiri's expression was serious and earnest as she gently placed it into the net.

　As the dragon head pastry was put into the pot, its flaky crust quickly exploded under the stimulation of the oil temperature, creating the fluffy texture of the dragon's neck.

　In addition, several deliberately raised parts of the dragon head pastry bulged out, adding a touch of arrogance and domineering power to the dragon head.

　"This is truly beautiful!"

　"Indeed, it looks exactly like an Eastern dragon. I never expected Alice to be so good at making pastries at such a young age!"

　"Holy crap!"

　Wow, this is so realistic!

　As the dragon head pastry took shape in the oil, it was then scooped out by Alice Nakiri and placed on a plate, eliciting a gasp from the audience.

　The reason is simple: under Alice Nakiri's superb skills, the fried dragon head pastry presents a majestic and imposing appearance.

　When placed on the dining table, its perfect presentation makes it almost too beautiful to eat.

　However, this is not over yet.

　Alice Nakiri's hands were seen rubbing together rapidly, opening and closing as if she were fiddling with something.

　Soon, a pair of angry eyes appeared in her palm, which she picked up and stuck onto the dragon head pastry that should have had dragon eyes.

　Finish the finishing touch.

　After the dragon's eye was attached to the dragon's head pastry, it seemed to come alive suddenly, subconsciously inspiring a sense of awe in everyone present.

　After realizing what had happened, the expressions of the people present varied.

　"It's a pity I'm not skilled enough. If the master chef were to do it, I'm afraid most of the people on site would be scared out of their wits when the Dragon Head Pastry comes out of the oven."

　Hearing the praise from those around her, Alice Nakiri felt no joy whatsoever; instead, she pondered how she could do even better.

　After all, she had seen Bai Yuan make dragon head pastries once.

　To put it bluntly, she thought she had seen a real dragon and almost prostrated herself on the ground. When she came to her senses, she found that her pants were a little wet.

　Yes, it's a little embarrassing to say, but she was really terrified by the dragon head pastry Bai Yuan made, and her mind was in shock for a long time before she could recover.

　Compared to the dragon head pastries she had seen back then, what she was making now was undoubtedly a drop in the ocean, only slightly better in appearance.

　"Two out of three were successful; I'm in pretty good shape today."

　Looking at the dragon head pastry in front of her, Alice Nakiri breathed a sigh of relief.

　One of the three is slightly damaged. Although it does not affect the taste, it affects the appearance and the flavor will be worse than the other two.

　However, she was already quite satisfied with this level of achievement in making pastries of this difficulty.

　Next, it was time for the two elders, Senzaemon and Umori-in, to taste it and see if this flower was beautiful enough.

　"Please enjoy, Grandpa, Second Grandpa."

　Carrying the dragon head pastry, she walked forward without even glancing at Nakiri Shota, completely ignoring him and displaying arrogance to the fullest.

　However, she does have the capital to be arrogant.

　Chapter 149 Returning to Totsuki, Erina Nakiri's Culinary Heart!

　"I've heard that China has dragon beard candy. I tried it a few times when I was young. It has a crisp and soft texture, is fragrant and delicious, and has distinct layers."

　It tastes sweet but not cloying, with an unforgettable aftertaste; every bite leaves a lingering fragrance on your lips and teeth.

　Although the Dragon Head Pastry you made today is completely different from Dragon Beard Pastry, they have similar names and are both types of pastries. Its appearance is far more imposing; it's truly exquisite and commendable.

　Looking at the dish in front of him and Alice Nakiri who made it, Sen'yūin felt a pang of envy.

　The First Faction is truly full of talent, not only with the exceptionally gifted God Tongue, but also with Alice Nakiri, who reached the Special Grade level at a young age.

　This little girl is incredibly lucky to have met such a mentor during her childhood, who transformed her, who had little talent, into a top-notch chef.

　The dragon head pastry on the plate is exquisitely shaped and looks very imposing, but when I reach out my hand, I don't know where to put it, and I am in a dilemma.

　There's no way around it, this dish is just too perfect.

　It was so perfect that he couldn't find any flaws in it. No matter where he tried to work on it, it would be a desecration of the Dragon Head Pastry.

　"I'm gonna start now."

　On the other side, after a brief hesitation, Senzaemon Nakiri grabbed the dragon's cheeks and bit down on its head.

　"Savory, crispy, and delicious, with an unforgettable aftertaste!"

　Savoring the rich flavor in his mouth, Senzaemon Nakiri couldn't help but exclaim in admiration. He then took another bite and finished the dish in no time.

　Because it's a pure pastry without any filling, the overall taste can be summed up in these four words, with a hint of natural dyes mixed in.

　However, because Alice Nakiri was worried that these flavors would ruin the taste of the Dragon Head Pastry, she made special adjustments, so the overall flavor is still salty and savory.

　"Brother Bai Yuan".

　As Bai Yuan got up and walked to her, Alice Nakiri called his name and then handed him the problematic dragon head pastry.

　His eyes held an unease, as if awaiting criticism.

　"Your problem is mainly with the dough, your technique isn't good enough, and there's also the issue with shaping; you haven't mastered it. You need to practice continuously."

　Pastry making is not Alice Nakiri's forte. This Dragon Head Pastry barely reaches the top grade, but the problems inside are frighteningly numerous.

　"I won't say more. The natural pigments you extract from plants are the most common practice among the general public, and there's nothing wrong with that in itself."

　But you should know that you are good at molecular gastronomy, and extracting colors should be something that molecular gastronomy excels at. Why didn't you use it?

　Whether it was the inertia of your thinking that made you overlook this point, or whether you never considered it from the beginning, the dragon head pastry's main function is decoration, but with proper seasoning, it can also become a delicious dish.

　Looking at the flour remaining on the counter in front of him, Bai Yuan began to talk non-stop.

　This dragon head pastry has two different methods of preparation.

　One way is to use it as a garnish, simply adding salt as a base flavor. Too much flavor might overpower the main dish and interfere with the taste of other ingredients.

　Another option is to use it as a pastry, but then there are many more things to consider.

　Using molecular gastronomy techniques, you can start with flavoring the sauce, bringing together all sorts of subtle tastes to create an absolutely delicious dish.

　Despite the urge to show off, Shirabuchi ultimately restrained himself, remembering that this was Alice Nakiri's home turf.

　"Come to the kitchen tonight, and I'll personally demonstrate two ways to make Dragon Head Pastry."

　"it is good!"

　Lowering his voice, Bai Yuan whispered something in Alice Nakiri's ear, put down the dragon head pastry in his hand, returned to his original position, and continued eating.

　Alice Nakiri followed behind him, as obedient as a little rabbit.

　"That must be Alice's master, Bai Yuan, right? I heard he's a top-tier chef, but I wonder if that's true..."

　"A top-tier chef? That's unlikely. This guy looks no more than twenty. How could he possibly be a top-tier chef?"

　"I don't know. I think it's just hearsay, since he's so young. But whatever the case, he should have the skills of a top-tier chef. A top-tier chef at this age truly has a limitless future!"

　"Alice is really lucky to have found such a perfect match. With his help, our Nakiri family may go even further in the future."

　Because of the information blockade, apart from the direct descendants of the first and second factions, most people's understanding of Bai Yuan is based on what Alice Nakiri just said.

　Because they had heard some rumors beforehand, they were not surprised by Bai Yuan's appearance.

　However, few people at the scene believed that Bai Yuan was a top-tier chef; they all thought it was just flattery and bragging.

　The reason is simple: a chef's progress requires a lot of accumulation. Even a genius could never become a top-level chef at this age.

　However, there are people in the world who can defy conventional wisdom; such people are collectively known as prodigies.

　Bai Yuan was one of them.

　"This dish tastes really good. The candied sugar technique is superb, at least at the top level. You really can't underestimate anyone."

　Bai Yuan paid no attention to the sounds around him; his gaze remained fixed on the food in front of him, and he ate while praising it.

　It's fair to say that two-thirds of the food on the table in front of him ended up in his stomach.

　Although he had eaten most of these dishes, there were a few creative ones that he had never tried before, and they had a unique flavor.

　The family dinner lasted for three hours, during which people would come up to toast them from time to time, introducing themselves and telling Bai Yuan to come to them if he needed anything.

　It's obvious that this is an attempt to build rapport and get closer to someone.

　Bai Yuan smiled and nodded at these people the whole time, neither agreeing nor refusing, until the banquet ended and he was ready to get up and leave.

　"Young friend Bai Yuan, are you free now? I have something I'd like to discuss with you."

　However, before Bai Yuan could get up, Nakiri Senzaemon, accompanied by Nakiri Erina, walked towards them and blocked his way.

　"whats the matter?"

　Bai Yuan asked in confusion.

　"It's too crowded and noisy here to talk business. Please come with me. Erina, you and Alice go back first. This is none of your business."

　"Oh."

　"understood."

　Upon hearing Senzaemon Nakiri's words, the two sisters exchanged a glance, shrugged, and left the banquet hall one after the other.

　At that moment, Senzaemon Nakiri gestured to Hakugen to invite him, and then led the way. Before long, the two arrived at the tea room.

　"Grandpa, there are no outsiders here. If you have something to say, please say it quickly."

　After they sat down one after the other, Shiro asked Senzaemon Nakiri, who hadn't said a word but had taken a sip of tea.

　"Actually, it's not a big deal. Before the start of the semester at Totsuki High School, they will organize a large-scale transfer student assessment to recruit unemployed chefs from all walks of life and put them to use."

　I hope you can take charge of this.

　Setting down his teacup, Senzaemon Nakiri addressed Hakugen.

　"Is it really necessary for me to go personally for such a trivial matter? Wouldn't it be better to just let Erina go?"

　Bai Yuan frowned, his voice revealing displeasure. Could this guy really be treating him like a laborer, bothering him even with such a small matter?

　"I originally wanted her to get some experience, but you know her personality, she definitely can't do this kind of thing well on her own."

　So I hope you can assist me from the side.

　"Of course, this is just what I said to Erina. Actually, you're the one in charge of the transfer student assessment. If you don't like them, just reject them all."

　A few simple explanations of Nakiri Senzaemon.

　After the previous few events.

　He knew that Bai Yuan was very good at discovering people's strengths, and that having him in charge of the transfer student assessments might bring in a few genius teenagers for Totsuki.