Food Wars, my food not only glows!

　I never expected that the first person my master taught after arriving in Totsuki would be her. This is somewhat like aiding the enemy!

　"Master and disciple..."

　"I knew it! You must be Alice's Chinese mentor in Northern Europe!"

　Thinking of the information she had looked at this morning, Erina Nakiri had a look of sudden realization.

　At the time, she and Hisako were guessing who Alice Nakiri's master was, but they never expected it to be Shirobuchi, who had taught them for a whole morning!

　This is the person who trained Alice Nakiri to become a master chef.

　A fourteen-year-old master chef sounds terrifying, but if he's the one who trained him, it seems quite reasonable.

　After all, this guy is a monster!

　Thinking of Bai Yuan's performance in class just now, Erina Nakiri hesitated for only a few seconds before stepping forward and taking his other arm.

　"Although you are Alice's teacher, you are also our Chinese cuisine teacher."

　Therefore, you must not show favoritism in your future teaching! What Alice knows, you must teach me too!

　Although I know I'm being a bit shameless, if I don't step up now, I might not have the chance to do so next time!

　This is a top-tier, seven-star chef!

　Although she was a little proud, she also understood that opportunities don't come twice!

　If you continue to be arrogant and unwilling to bow your head to Bai Yuan at this time, you will definitely be left even further behind by Alice next time you meet!

　"I encountered..."

　Feeling the amazing softness of his arms, Bai Yuan had this thought in his mind, but he remained expressionless.

　Let's pretend we don't know what happened.

　"Don't worry, as long as you have the ability, I can teach you whatever you want to learn."

　However, I have something to do tonight, and tomorrow is the weekend, so the meal I promised you might have to be postponed.

　Okay, come find me in this classroom tomorrow afternoon. I'll recreate your innovative shredded pork with garlic sauce and show you its best form. It will be your reward for passing the assessment.

　Looking at Alice Nakiri beside him, and thinking that the two hadn't seen each other for a long time, Bai Yuan decided to clear out the entire afternoon.

　In just one year, I wonder how much she has grown.

　It's necessary to investigate this thoroughly!

　"Optimal condition..."

　I understand. I will be waiting for you here tomorrow.

　Bai Yuan's words excited Nakiri Erina.

　If you could taste the dishes she makes, with her divine tongue's analytical abilities, you would definitely be able to quickly master the recipe and make great progress!

　"We'll be there early too."

　"They'll definitely come!"

　Yoshino Yuuki pulled Tadokoro Megumi along, indicating that she would also come over. Seeing this, Shirabuchi simply nodded slightly and didn't say anything more.

　Turning his head slightly, Bai Yuan frowned as he looked at Hisako, who stood somewhat lost in front of the kitchen counter, before turning and walking over.

　"Tomorrow night, when they leave, come to the classroom by yourself, and I will teach you the art of medicinal cuisine."

　Reaching out, she grabbed Hisako Shinto's hand, and the ruler struck eight times in succession, while Shirabuchi's voice rang in her ear.

　He got up, then turned and left.

　Inside the classroom, Erina Nakiri glanced at the departing figures of Shirabuchi and Alice, then jogged over to Hisako Shinomiya's side.

　"Hisako, what did Shirai-sensei say to you just now? He didn't scold you, did he? Don't take it too hard when he slapped your hand before leaving..."

　Looking at Hisako Shinto, who was staring blankly in the direction Shirayuki had left, with a bewildered expression.

　Erina Nakiri mistakenly thought that Shirai had said something hurtful, so she grabbed Shirai's hand and comforted her with a worried expression.

　"I'm fine, Lady Erina. Teacher Shirabuchi didn't say anything unpleasant."

　Looking at Erina Nakiri's worried expression, Hisako Shinoto shook her head, a slight emotion flickering in her eyes, her fist clenching slightly beneath her sleeve.

　Tomorrow night at 8 PM...

　Maybe this is her chance to defy fate!

　As if she had thought of something, a resolute look appeared on Hisako Shinoto's face.

　"Lady Erina, I will not remain weak. I will become strong so that I can stand by your side even better!"

　"I know, I've always believed in you!"

　Although she didn't know why Hisako Aragaki suddenly said these things, all she could do at this time was to offer her support!

　"Let's go too, we'll come back tomorrow."

　Watching the students leave the classroom one after another, their expressions varied, Yoshino Yuuki tugged at Tadokoro Megumi beside her and said something.

　"Ah."

　Tadokoro Megumi nodded, took a step, and left the classroom with Yoshino Yuuki.

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　"Brother Baiyuan, tell me about what's been happening in China lately."

　Leaving the teaching building and walking home, Alice Nakiri spoke with great enthusiasm, her eyes filled with love as she looked at Shirayuki.

　"Don't we have video calls every week? You should know all my schedules in China. Is there anything else you need to say?"

　Bai Yuan was somewhat puzzled by this. Although the two hadn't been together for a year, they had been constantly video calling each other for two hours at a time. Nakiri Alice knew all of his travel plans in China.

　Alice knew everything except for the fact that she hadn't been told about forming the Dark Cuisine World, so she shouldn't have asked about these things.

　"What was said in the video is different from what was said in reality! I'd rather hear Brother Bai Yuan say it to me in person!"

　I found a really good ramen restaurant outside of Far Moon these past couple of days. The owner is from Lanzhou, China. Want to go eat there together?

　Alice Nakiri shook her head and further stated her request, then looked at Bai Yuan with a hopeful expression, as if she would burst into tears if he refused.

　"Lanzhou beef noodles? Great, it's been a while since I've had them. I'd also like to know what's been going on with you lately. Let's go now."

　Upon hearing Alice Nakiri's words, Hakuyuan nodded, then changed direction and headed down Mount Totsuki.

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　"Wow! I never expected Xiaohui to get the highest score in the whole competition. Make me that persimmon version of shredded pork with garlic sauce this afternoon, I'm really curious about how it tastes!"

　"Okay, I don't have anything planned for this afternoon. I'd like to do some more research on this and see if I can take it a step further."

　Because Bai Yuan praised him in public and had high expectations for him.

　At this moment, Tadokoro Megumi's fighting spirit was unusually high, and her mind was filled with thoughts of performing even better in the next class so that the other person would continue to praise her.

　Being praised by such a talented person, who could even be called a culinary god, it would be impossible for Tadokoro Megumi not to feel a little proud!

　And that was Bai Yuan's goal.

　To cultivate Tadokoro Megumi's pride as a chef.

　At the same time, the more praise one receives, the more self-confidence naturally rises; after all, that's just how humans are.

　"Xiao Hui, You Ji, what are you talking about? What? You got the highest score in the whole competition? And the persimmon version of Yu Xiang Rou Si (shredded pork with garlic sauce), is that Xiao Hui's new dish?"

　A vibrant voice rang out from not far away. The two turned their heads and saw a stunningly beautiful young woman with long, wine-red hair.

　The girl was carrying a box. When she saw the two stop, she immediately quickened her pace and caught up with them, standing side by side.

　"Ryoko! We were talking about today's assessment. Megumi was amazing! She was the only one who got an A grade!"

　Seeing Ryoko Sakaki running towards her, Yuuki Yoshino immediately grabbed her hand and started whispering to her, her face full of excitement.

　"Xiao Hui was the only one to get an A grade? That's really impressive! But was this assessment really that difficult? Even you didn't get an A grade."

　"I'm still far from good enough. I didn't even get a B grade; I barely passed and got a C grade."

　Hearing Ryoko Sakaki's words, Yuuki Yoshino couldn't help but sigh. Despite her best efforts, she still fell short, ultimately only achieving a C grade.

　"Huh... only got a C grade? This assessment was really strict, no..."

　From this perspective, Xiaohui's A grade is incredibly valuable!

　"No, I was just lucky."

　"Don't underestimate yourself, Xiaohui. You've always been amazing, we know that."

　Upon hearing Yoshino Yuuki's words, Sakaki Ryoko's face showed surprise, and then she looked at Tadokoro Megumi.

　At this moment, Tadokoro Megumi was touching her head with one hand, looking quite embarrassed.

　"Remember that Chinese cuisine teacher we talked about yesterday? He's the teacher we met today, and let me tell you, he's incredibly talented!"

　At the time, no one really wanted to cook Chinese food, so they tried to cause trouble to force him to step down. However, the teacher didn't tolerate it. He first launched a group attack and then made a dish that glowed!

　You didn't see what happened! The students who initially didn't think much of Chinese food rushed forward like savages, frantically grabbing at that plate of food!

　Holding Ryoko Sakaki's hand, Yuuki Yoshino began to talk excitedly, her face flushed.

　"Glowing dishes?! Isn't that something only a five-star chef could make? Are you sure you're not mistaken? How did Totsuki manage to recruit such a skilled instructor..."

　Ryoko Sakaki was equally shocked. Last night, she, Yuki Yoshino, and Megumi Tadokoro had a late-night chat with their sisters and happened to talk about Totsuki Culinary School's new Chinese cuisine teacher.

　After discussion, everyone concluded that he was at most a first-class chef.

　After all, this new teacher's teaching scope is limited to the elementary school class, and at most, the level is Special Grade. But Yuuki actually told her that Hakubuchi is a Special Grade Five Star?

　This feeling is as absurd as drawing a golden legendary item from a white box!

　How could that be?!

　"It's so obvious, there's no way I could be wrong! That's the real deal, the glowing dish."

　Furthermore, in today's class assessment, only Megumi, Erina Nakiri, and I passed; everyone else failed without exception.

　Yoshino Yuuki pressed her finger to her lips, as if deep in thought, before nodding seriously after a long while, confirming that there was no fourth person who had passed.

　"Are you talking about that 'God Tongue' who has an extraordinary talent for cooking? How are her results? Isn't she as good as Megumi?!"

　“That’s right. She was sitting at the same table as me. We were both graded C, but it might also be because she’s not good at this kind of cooking. My secretary didn’t even get any grades.”

　"Considering the types of things Erina Nakiri is good at," Yoshino Yuuki guessed.

　That young lady has always prepared beautifully plated dishes. Now that she's suddenly asked to cook, even with some prior experience, she's unlikely to perform very well.

　"Is that so? It does seem like a very difficult assessment. Are you planning to recreate the dish that received an A grade at the Polaris Dormitory this afternoon? If possible, please take me with you!"

　Upon hearing Yoshino Yuuki's words, Sakaki Ryoko nodded, and immediately developed an intense interest in Totsuki, the new Chinese cuisine teacher.

　"Let's do it together then. It's a good opportunity for Ryoko to try out the teacher's cooking test! It's actually quite interesting."

　"Yes, that's what I think too!"

　Upon hearing Yoshino Yuuki's suggestion, Sakaki Ryoko's face lit up with an eager expression, clearly indicating that she shared the same idea.

　"gogogo!"

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　Night falls in Alice Nakiri's house.

　"Is this all you've accomplished over this period of time, Alice?"

　Looking at the exquisitely presented molecular gastronomy dish in front of him, Bai Yuan's face was expressionless, while Alice Nakiri below him was sweating profusely.

　Tonight she originally wanted to get closer to her master and do something more intimate, but before she could say anything, Bai Yuan went straight to the kitchen.

　At the same time, he said to her:

　"Now, let's start cooking with the ingredients we have in the kitchen and try to make a dish that will satisfy my taste buds!"

　And so, she has been busy until now.

　Now comes the most crucial tasting moment.