Food Wars, my food not only glows!

　"Then why doesn't Teacher Bai Yuan teach such a talented student?"

　Erina Nakiri was genuinely curious. It seemed that the dark cuisine world was short of people these days, otherwise Hakuen wouldn't have come here to recruit. But Totsuki had so many exceptionally talented individuals, each with amazing abilities. Wouldn't they be perfect to recruit into the dark cuisine world?

　That would also enhance Far Moon's overall strength and make it famous in the industry.

　“I know what you’re thinking, but I don’t accept male students here. The Dark Cuisine World might recruit, but they’re not qualified with their current skills.”

　Of course, I won't refuse to answer their questions. Haven't I often seen people asking questions during the time I've been teaching you?

　Bai Yuan's voice was indifferent, revealing no emotion.

　After working so hard for so many years, he finally managed to become a master, and he didn't want to have a few more men in his harem; that would be really uncomfortable.

　Therefore, even if Hayama Akira, Kurokiba Ryo, and others are very talented, he would not have any intention of taking them under his wing and teaching them. He would only lend a helping hand when they encountered problems, which would be more than enough.

　As for recruiting them into the world of dark cuisine, Bai Yuan had this idea from the beginning, but he would not speak up on his own initiative, but would wait for them to make a request.

　The world of culinary disasters isn't about...

　It's not a place where people beg to join, but a holy land that those guys go to great lengths, rack their brains, and give up everything to enter!

　Unless the other party's talent reaches a certain level, the leader of the dark cuisine world would never personally recruit them!

　Chapter 251 Hisako Shinto's Troubles

　"In the end, it's still about possessiveness."

　Upon hearing Bai Yuan's account, Nakiri Erina drew a subtle conclusion.

　During this time, she crammed a lot of shoujo manga, so she could guess the essence of Bai Yuan's thoughts, which should be the so-called possessiveness.

　He didn't want any other man to intrude on his absolute territory, not even the slightest interference, because he had long ago designated this territory as his private property.

　For some reason, after realizing this, Erina Nakiri was not disgusted, but rather a little happy, because possessiveness meant that he also liked her, or at least that he was unwilling to give up.

　Erina Nakiri has always harbored complex feelings towards Hakugen.

　Personally, she actually quite likes Bai Yuan.

　Because he is not only an excellent cook, but also handsome.

　Such a person would be the absolute focus of attention, a figure of universal acclaim, no matter where they are placed.

　He is also the object of admiration and pursuit of countless young women, without a doubt.

　"Possessiveness? You could say that. Erina is so cute, I don't want you to be intimate with other men and get snatched away by them."

　Upon hearing Erina Nakiri's words, Bai Yuan burst into laughter. How could this not be considered a form of possessiveness?

　Of course, his possessiveness wasn't that strong; he didn't date men simply because he didn't want to share the benefits that were only his own with others.

　The girl was pure and innocent, possessing endless charm. Her shy expression and charming appearance were a 'treasure' that belonged only to him! Moreover, he couldn't continue with the ambiguous punishments for failing to cook if a boy was present.

　"Hey, stop moving! You're about to lose your grip on the towel!"

　Because of his loud laughter, Bai Yuan's body swayed slightly, causing Erina Nakiri to lose her grip on the towel, which slipped through his armpit and his hand holding the towel, causing his entire body to lean forward.

　"Wuhu!"

　Feeling that incredibly magical touch, Bai Yuan couldn't help but cheer, his joy overflowing. However, Erina Nakiri blushed and lay on top of him, too afraid to move.

　"That's enough cleaning, you can continue soaking in the hot spring."

　Reaching out to support herself on Bai Yuan's broad back, Nakiri Erina, slightly out of breath, turned her head to one side, her expression shy, somewhat hesitant to continue wiping.

　"I'm done here, but I still have you, don't I?"

　There is beauty in being skilled, and there is also the experience of being inexperienced.

　Upon hearing Erina Nakiri's words, Shiro stood up from the wooden stool, a towel appearing in his hand at some point, and looked at her with a mischievous grin.

　"Um... I... I guess I won't need to..."

　Seeing the towel wrapped around Bai Yuan's right hand, Nakiri Erina's face flushed as she frantically waved her hands.

　She just did what she did to Bai Yuan, and now she wants Bai Yuan to do it to her?!

　This is unacceptable! Just thinking about it makes me feel ashamed, and it gives me goosebumps all over!

　"Why not? Don't you trust my skills? Putting everything else aside, I'm an absolute pro at scrubbing people in the back. Both Xiaohui and Alice say I'm good at it! Really, why don't you give it a try?"

　Seeing Erina Nakiri's resistant expression, Bai Yuan stopped a meter away from her.

　If you really don't want to, then forget it; he doesn't have a penchant for forcing people to do things against their will.

　"Has Xiaohui already tried it?"

　Alice tried it, and Erina Nakiri didn't see anything wrong with it, since they'd been a couple for a long time. But Megumi Tadokoro also tried it... Could it be that these two have already...?

　Erina Nakiri isn't stupid; she and Megumi Tadokoro both started dating Shirabuchi on the same day.

　While she was still limited to kissing, had Tadokoro Megumi already gone that far?!

　So fast! ! !

　"Yes, this is a very normal thing among couples."

　It would be strange if they didn't, since they're each other's closest people.

　Seeing the change in Erina Nakiri's expression, Bai Yuan was secretly pleased, but he still pretended to be indifferent.

　"But if you don't want to, that's fine too. Just continue soaking in the hot spring."

　After saying those words, Bai Yuan walked straight towards the hot spring pool, having given up on scrubbing her back.

　"This is perfectly normal among couples; it's strange if they don't..."

　Watching Shiroyuki re-enter the hot spring, and thinking about what he had just said, Erina Nakiri realized that she wasn't as fortunate as she had imagined, nor did she feel like she had 'escaped a disaster.' Instead, she felt empty inside, as if she had lost something important.

　In other words, deep down she actually hoped Bai Yuan would do something to her...

　Having figured this out, Erina Nakiri looked at Shirobuchi in the hot spring again, her expression becoming even more subtle. She wanted to ask him to help her scrub her back, but she was also a little embarrassed. For a moment, she froze in place, unsure whether to get into the hot spring or not.

　"Aqiu!"

　Suddenly, a gust of wind blew by, causing Erina Nakiri to sneeze.

　white

　Seeing this, Yuan's expression changed slightly. He stopped playing hard to get and hurriedly got out of the hot spring. He picked up Nakiri Erina in a princess carry and carried her into the hot spring amidst her exclamation, while flicking her head.

　"If you don't want your back wiped, then don't. I respect your wish. But don't catch a cold. A cold doesn't feel good."

　The warm water flowed over her entire body, and the warmth from the outside in made Erina Nakiri squint her eyes comfortably. Then she heard Bai Yuan's voice. He was wiping her face with a warm towel, not missing a single corner. This was the first time she had been taken care of so considerately.

　Even Hisako Shinto didn't. Although he respected her greatly, there was a natural distance between them, making their close contact very restrained.

　Someone like Bai Yuan, who can disregard her status and everything about her, and care about her simply because he wants to, is truly a precious thing.

　"Well, sorry."

　Erina Nakiri apologized softly, her cheeks flushed, but her heart was filled with warmth.

　"You don't need to apologize; it was my oversight."

　He dried Erina Nakiri's wet hair, then simply tied it up, securing it with chopsticks. Looking at his masterpiece, Shirabuchi nodded in satisfaction.

　"Teacher Bai Yuan, I feel like I can accept back scrubbing now."

　For the first time, Erina Nakiri did not look away from Bai Yuan's gaze. She calmly met his eyes, feeling the heat in his gaze, and even leaned forward a little to be considerate.

　"It's okay if you don't force yourself, and I won't blame you for it."

　Perhaps Erina Nakiri's attitude changed too quickly, Bai Yuan couldn't help but feel a little puzzled. He guessed that it was because of his attitude just now, so he reached out and pinched her little face, and said softly.

　"It's not that I'm forcing myself, but that I genuinely think this way."

　Erina Nakiri shook her head seriously. This was indeed her thought, a thought that came from the bottom of her heart and was as pure as it could be.

　Is it truly sincere?

　"That's right, truly. I want to go beyond just massage; may I take it a step further, Mr. Bai Yuan?"

　Thinking of Bai Yuan's concern just now, and that feeling of being moved, Erina Nakiri was now going all out and pressed herself against the boy in front of her.

　Even with a towel in between, her heart was still pounding.

　"Since you've already come to this point, it would be too unmanly for me to keep being coy!"

　Seeing that Erina Nakiri's eyes were a little dazed and she seemed to be in just the right state, Bai Yuan no longer hesitated and lowered his head to kiss her.

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　In the women's bath, with the support of Yoshino Yuuki and Mito Ikumi, Alice Nakiri could see the situation in the opposite bath, the water rippling.

　At this moment, she had a smile on her face, her lips were upturned, and her body was swaying almost imperceptibly, as if she had seen something extraordinary.

　"Alice, how's it going on the other side? Let me see!"

　He showed this expression when he saw Alice Nakiri.

　I had felt something was wrong from the beginning and wanted to go to another bath to remind Erina Nakiri, but was stopped by everyone. Hisako Shinoto called out.

　"Some of these content is not suitable for children. Are you sure you want to watch them?"

　Hearing Hisako's words, Alice Nakiri snapped out of her daze, looked down at her, and a mischievous smile appeared on her face as she thought about Hisako's attitude just now.

　"What?! Let me see..."

　Hearing Alice Nakiri's words, Hisako Shinomiya felt shy but was still worried about Erina Nakiri's safety, so she spoke with a firm expression.

　"Then come on."

　Seeing this, Alice Nakiri didn't say anything more. She jumped off their shoulders and made room for them. Mito Ikumi and Yoshino Yuuki still didn't leave. At this moment, they were pressing their ears against the bamboo partition, their faces flushed, looking very engrossed.

　"Gudu."

　Upon seeing this, Hisako Shinto couldn't help but swallow hard, becoming tense. However, thinking of Erina Nakiri across the bathroom, she mustered her courage and stepped forward.

　The soft feet touched the snow-white shoulders, causing the girl to let out a soft gasp. With a push, Hisako Shinto finally stood in front of the bamboo partition, holding onto the section with both hands, her head barely able to see the scene on the other side without being noticed.

　"this..."

　Upon seeing the hot spring across the way, the girl's fair face visibly flushed, and she swayed, almost unable to stand.

　Fortunately, Alice Nakiri was behind her and caught her quickly, preventing her from falling and allowing her to continue watching everything in the bathhouse on the other side.

　"Lady Erina actually..."

　Her voice held disbelief, as if she were seeing things. She looked again, only to see that the once high and mighty Lady Erina had now fallen to the mortal realm...

　Such a scene was undoubtedly a huge shock to her. She didn't want to watch it, but for some reason, her hand gripped the bamboo partition tightly, her body became numb, and her attention was focused on Bai Yuan.

　It would be impossible for her to say that she had no illusions about Bai Yuan at all.

　From the initial training in dark medicinal cuisine to their later close daily interactions, Bai Yuan always showed interest in her, and their interactions were always incredibly ambiguous.

　This subtle influence

　This made Hisako Shinto believe that she belonged to Shirabuchi, and that she would have no problem with him taking things further whenever he wanted.

　However, as more and more girls surrounded Bai Yuan...

　Aside from punishing her for making mistakes in cooking, Bai Yuan had no further interaction with her, and their private cooking sessions disappeared.

　Isn't this a form of neglect?

　Now that Erina Nakiri and Hakubuchi have finally gotten married, and she witnessed it firsthand, it has truly been a significant shock to her.

　So, should I confess my feelings?

　Since Shirabuchi-sensei was already with Erina-sama, wasn't she essentially stealing Erina-sama's boyfriend?!

　Hisako Shinoto, Erina-sama's loyal secretary, simply couldn't do such a thing; it was too despicable!

　However, so many of them are Professor Baiyuan's girlfriends. Miss Alice, Xiaohui, and even the graduated senior, Mujichi—this womanizer has unknowingly caused so many outstanding young women to fall for him; he's truly a heartbreaker!

　If she's not by Erina's side, what if she gets bullied by other girls in the future? Anyway, Shirayuki is already such a womanizer, so adding her along probably won't be a problem...

　My mind was filled with all sorts of thoughts. When I came to my senses, my body was shaking violently. I looked down and saw that it was Leah. Her golden hair was evenly draped over her body. The girl pouted and said, "What's wrong with you? You can't even hear me when I talk to you."

　The girl's voice was clear and melodious, like a silver bell. Looking at Hisako Shinto, who had been occupying the spot for a long time and refused to give it up, a subtle hint of dissatisfaction flashed across her face, but she still held back.

　"Ms. Leah...is there something you need?"

　Upon hearing Lia's words, Hisako Shinoto was initially startled, but quickly regained her composure and asked what she wanted to see her about.