Everyday Life Starting with Food Wars

"The coarse salt at the bottom not only allows for more even heating, but the saltiness released by the melting and evaporation of sea salt at high temperatures also further enhances the sweetness of honey and white sugar."

"Both the level of completion and the technique are impeccable."

The commander-in-chief, still sitting in the middle, finished the last piece of duck meat. Looking at his empty plate, he said, "The spice monarch who reigns over the world, is this your understanding of cuisine?"

After he finished speaking, the commander-in-chief's newly changed kimono ripped open again at the chest.

Dojima Gin glanced at the commander-in-chief's clothes and shook his head with a wry smile.

The head coach has changed his clothes countless times during this competition.

When Hayama Akira saw this, a smile appeared on his lips as he turned to look at Shiomi Jun in the audience.

"So, what's next?"

"Please make your choices, five judges!"

As Kawashima Rei finished speaking, everyone in the Moonlight Chamber stared intently at the large screen at the top.

Everyone in Polaris Dormitory watched the judges' actions with bated breath, eager to know who the other finalist would be.

Chen Yuxing, on the other hand, looked calmly at Kurokiba Ryo and Hayama Akira on the field.

Chapter 92 Final

"drop--!"

The first beam of light on the big screen lit up.

It's red; that's the color that represents Kurokiba Ryo.

"Chef Kakuzaki Taki has chosen to cast her vote for Ryo Kurokiba!"

Kawashima Rei shouted loudly on the stage.

"Although your attitude is terrible, this violent cooking method and the soul-stirring flavor are something I can't refuse." Kakuzaki Taki looked at Kurokiba Ryo and snorted coldly: "This time, I'll choose you, you beast."

"drop--!"

Just then, a second blue light appeared on the big screen.

"Kikuchika-senpai cast her vote for Hayama Akira!"

"The sauce that combines duck liver and port wine is so gentle..." Kikuchi Sonoka said quietly, "The feeling of being enveloped in layers of spices makes me choose to vote for Hayama Akira."

One to one, even!

The entire audience watched nervously as the remaining three judges appeared.

"drop--!"

A third ray of light! Red!

"Chief Dojima Gin has chosen Kurokiba Ryo!"

"The giant beast of the deep sea has fully demonstrated the ferocity of seafood. I hope you can maintain that." Dojima Gin gave a simple evaluation.

Two to one!

Kurokiba Ryo is currently in the lead!

Kurokiba Ryo on the stage grinned at the sight and gave Hayama Akira a somewhat provocative look.

Hayama Akira did not respond to him, but simply narrowed his eyes with a blank expression.

"drop--!"

A fourth beam of light appeared! It was blue!

"Chef Shinomiya Kojiro has chosen Hayama Akira!"

"A very good dish. You've added your own understanding of spices to the balance of French cuisine," Kojiro Shinomiya said casually. "Kurokiba Ryo's dishes are also very impactful, but I think your Appiuchi duck is more perfect in terms of the layers and completeness of flavors."

Two to two! Another tie!

All eyes were now focused on Senzaemon Nakiri, who was sitting in the very center.

The vote of the Supreme Commander of Totsuki will determine who can advance to the final.

Senzaemon Nakiri crossed his arms, closed his eyes, and pondered in his mind who he should vote for.

One minute, two minutes.

The long wait quieted everyone in the venue, all waiting to see who the final winner would be.

Finally, Senzaemon Nakiri opened his eyes and reached out to press one of the buttons in front of him.

"drop--!"

A blue light burst forth from the very center of the large screen.

At the same time, the commander-in-chief picked up a brush and wrote Ye Shanliang's name on the blank pillar.

"The final result is in! Three to two!"

Kawashima Rei shouted excitedly, "After the head coach's final decision, the second match of the autumn selection tournament semi-finals is here!"

"The winner who ultimately secured a ticket to the finals is—"

"Ryo Hayama!!!"

Upon hearing the final result, thunderous cheers and applause erupted from the audience.

"This fall selection competition was really exciting! First, there was the battle between the transfer students, and then there were the Rabies and Spice Prodigies."

"A double caramelized sugar coating, paired with a sauce made from duck liver and port wine—just hearing about it makes my mouth water..."

"Me too, but I feel that Kurokiba Ryo's dishes are also very good, it's just a bit of a pity."

Meanwhile, at the Polar Star Dormitory, Soma Yukihira let out a sigh of relief and revealed an excited smile: "As expected, this guy won. This is going to be interesting."

Chen Yuxing also stood up and looked at the silver-haired boy on the field.

Meanwhile, on the stage, Kurokiba Ryo, watching the final '3:2' on the big screen, placed his hands on the kitchen counter.

"We lost..."

He lowered his head, and the violent feeling he had been feeling seemed to have disappeared.

Hayama Akira took off his apron and walked to the edge of Kurokiba.

He neither mocked Kurokiba Ryo nor boasted about his victory.

He calmly looked at his opponent.

"Your seafood dishes are amazing; I can't beat you when it comes to seafood."

"But in the realm of spices, I am the absolute ruler."

Kurokiba Ryo didn't say anything, but simply pulled off the flame-patterned headscarf from his head. As the headscarf was removed, he returned to his listless state.

"This is really boring." He muttered without replying to Ye Shanliang, stuffed his headscarf back into his pocket, and walked towards the contestants' tunnel without looking back.

Hayama Akira also withdrew his gaze and turned to look in the direction of the audience.

His gaze pierced through the crowd and landed on Chen Yuxing.

The two people, separated by half the venue, met each other's gazes in mid-air.

Ye Shanliang raised his hand and made a challenging gesture towards Chen Yuxing.

"You're next, and I'll prove that my spices are the true pinnacle."

Although they were far apart, Chen Yuxing could still understand what Ye Shanliang wanted to express.

He smiled, and instead of avoiding the question, he extended his hand and made the same gesture towards Hayama Akira.

Just then, the lights between the moon and the sky suddenly disappeared.

The lights were simultaneously shone on the center of the venue.

"All four contestants today presented their best dishes!"

Kawashima Rei raised the microphone and said, "Now, the list of finalists for this autumn selection tournament has been released!"

"Chen Yuxing, who advanced from Group A, will face off against Ye Shanliang, who also advanced from Group A!"

Two names lit up on the big screen.

Chen Yuxing and Ye Shanliang.

Meanwhile, the surrounding flame effects further enhanced the atmosphere.

"Please, everyone, please be quiet for a moment," Kawashima Rei continued. "The topic for tomorrow's final round will now be revealed by Eizan Etsuya, a senior member of the operations committee!"

The spotlight shone to one side, and Eizan Etsu, dressed in the uniform of the Elite Ten, walked out of the passage.

He adjusted his glasses, took the microphone from Kawashima Rei, and said calmly, "The topic for the final round of this season's autumn selection competition is—"

He paused deliberately and scanned the entire room.

A staff member pushed a small cart onto the stage.

A huge block of ice sits on the cart, constantly emitting cold air under the lights.

Eizan Etsu walked to the cart, took out a hammer from the side, and smashed the ice to reveal the ingredients inside.

The silvery-white fish has a slender body, like a knife, and its scales reflect a cold, silvery light under the lamp.

It's saury!

"The topic for this final is saury." Eizan Etsuya put down his hammer, clapped his hands, and said, "Both of you have one day to prepare. We'll be back on this stage at 10 a.m. tomorrow."

"Let's proceed with the final competition!"

Upon seeing this topic, the entire audience began to discuss it.

"Pacific saury? Isn't that a bit too ordinary?"

"Autumn is indeed the season for eating saury, but it seems a bit too easy to eat this ingredient since it's so readily available..."

"But the simpler the ingredients, the more they test a chef's basic skills and creativity."

"This question is really tricky."

Marui Zenji from the Polar Star Dormitory was also somewhat surprised to see this: "The fat content of saury reaches its peak during this season, and at the same time, its fishy smell is very strong."

"This is perfect for Hayama Akira, who is skilled at handling spices."

"What about Ah Xing? It seems that saury is rarely used in Chinese cuisine, right?" Tadokoro Megumi looked at Chen Yuxing with some concern.

Chen Yuxing stood there, looking at the saury on the field, and began to think.

He didn't cook many dishes involving saury.

Pacific saury are very easy to die after being taken out of the water, their fat oxidizes very quickly, and it is difficult to preserve their freshness.

Chen Yuxing stretched, greeted the others, and headed towards the exit.

Just as he stepped into the corridor, a familiar figure emerged from the players' passage and blocked his way.

It's Akira Hayama.

"Chen Yuxing".

Ye Shanliang looked at Chen Yuxing seriously and said, "Whether it was in the preliminaries or the main competition, you and I have won all the way."

"Now it's finally our turn to face off."

"This is the day I've been waiting for."

Chen Yuxing also looked at Ye Shanliang seriously.

"I'm also looking forward to our match, Akira Hayama." He smiled. "I hoped to settle things with you during the preliminaries."

Ye Shanliang didn't say anything more, turned his back to Chen Yuxing, waved, and disappeared at the end of the corridor.

Chen Yuxing watched him leave, then turned and walked out of the Moonlit Sky.

By this time, it was getting dark outside, and groups of spectators continued to emerge from the moonlight.

Instead of returning to Polaris Dormitory first, he turned a corner and headed towards the commercial street outside the school.

He needs to go to the market to buy some saury to try cooking it.

Although strictly speaking, he only had half a day to prepare, he still needed to prepare properly.