Super God: If I punch you, you will die

"Because the number of squares on the Wheel of Power is far greater than that of Nayutas and Asankhyas, meaning 'too many to count,' Moses brilliantly seized the miracle that existed only in one of those squares. This power to win with astronomically low odds, this luck to seize miracles, is the true magic. To obtain great magic, one must bear despairing risks. Those without magic would say it's not gambling, but self-destruction. But those who truly possess magic can seize miracles and create legends. If I had this magic, I should be able to seize miracles and fulfill the wish I've spent my whole life striving for."

When Ushiromiya Kinzo reached the point of complete absorption, he once again fell into a frenzied state, stretching out his arm as if to speak to the void.

"If... if I am worthy of this miracle."

"Beatrice, Beatrice..."

Ushiromiya Kinzo shouted with all his might.

"Please let me see your lovely smile one more time. No matter how many years have passed, your face has never faded from my heart. I want to see you smile; this is my only wish. I will return everything you gave me. I will return all the wealth and glory I have received since that day. I don't want wealth, fame, or gold. I will return everything you gave me. All I want is to see you smile. I beg you, Beatrice..."

Ushiromiya Kinzo once again completely descended into madness, while Genji silently watched all of this.

Meanwhile, inside the restaurant.

Ushiromiya Kurausu and Nanjo had already arrived at the restaurant, ready to inform everyone.

"Hello everyone, our patriarch said he's not feeling well. It's a rare occasion for us all to gather here once a year, but he can't dine with us, which he finds very regrettable. Xiangtian, please serve the dishes."

"Yes, ma'am. Now, let me begin serving you all today's lunch."

"Dr. Nanjo, is Dad's health really that bad? At least he can show his face, right?"

“Miss Huiyu, his problem isn’t physical, but emotional, so there’s no way to prescribe medication to treat it.”

"In a bad mood? Here we go again? That's ridiculous. We squeezed in time from our hectic autumn schedules to pay our respects to him, and he..."

"Isn't this better? Leufor, you've already made arrangements, or would you rather persuade my father, who's in a bad mood, to come here on my behalf?"

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"how is this possible?"

Lyufov, of course, also didn't want to see that capricious elder. Sometimes his concern was just a pretense, and when it came to crucial moments, he became a coward.

"Brother Zangjiu, do you think Dad's mood will improve before dinner?"

"Lou Zuo, how would I know about this? If you want to know, just ask your dad. I just think that if I don't talk to him, he might feel better faster."

"Only Genji can make Grandpa feel better. Dad is so useless, he actually sent the servant to comfort his own father."

Zhu Zhixiang was complaining quietly to the younger generation, but Zang Jiu overheard her and stopped his daughter.

"Zhu Zhixiang, there's no need for further nonsense."

“Since he’s still talking about his feelings, I don’t think his condition is that bad, right? If he just said he was listless, that would be one thing, but saying he’s in a bad mood at least proves that he’s mentally sound.” Zhu Zhixiang was still somewhat dissatisfied, as her father never allowed her to discuss matters concerning her grandfather.

Such elders are capricious and erratic; isn't it only natural that they harbor resentment?

Ushiromiya Joji, being the eldest son, also stepped forward to ease the tension.

“After all, my grandfather has an exceptionally strong will to never admit defeat, but his body may not be able to keep up. Since last year, the doctor has been saying that he only has three months to live. If the initial diagnosis was correct, it means that my grandfather has only managed to stay alive until today by sheer willpower. We should care more about him.”

The Ushiromiya family still needed to save face, and some things couldn't be discussed openly; everyone was well aware of this.

……

Time flew by and the next day arrived.

October 4th, Saturday

Sat. 4 October 1986

It happened inside a restaurant again.

Unlike ordinary family gatherings, which are essentially casual chats about everyday matters, the gatherings of the Ushiromiya family were actually formal meetings. The main family's assets were distributed to the children through loans, and the ability to stand on one's own was assessed through achievements in one's career.

It's the same as a typical group meeting.

What achievements and progress have been made, and how much profit has been generated?

"I'm certain Mr. Gota is an amazing chef, just from the sashimi salad as an appetizer. And this fish must have been caught in the near sea, right? Supermarket sashimi can't compare at all."

"Lin Yan, stop talking, or your background will be exposed."

Because of my work, I've had the opportunity to dine at some restaurants I don't usually go to. But even compared to those places, the food was still quite excellent. I think Mr. Gota must be a prominent figure in this industry.”

"I'm not too sure either. I heard that there was a problem at that old-established hotel where the staff wanted to split up or there was a factional split, which forced him to resign. And that's when my mom put up an ad looking for a maid."

"Life is tough. But thanks to that, I have the opportunity to work as a cook in the Ushiromiya household today and use my skills. It is certainly gratifying to win the smiles of many people, but it is equally delightful to perform delicate tasks just to please a few people I have decided to serve. I owe it all to you, Madam, for giving me this opportunity." Gouda seemed to have received a reward and his mood improved, but he still spoke modestly.

He bowed respectfully.

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"That's because among all the applicants, Xiangtian's skills are the most exquisite. I judged based on objective conditions, not personal feelings, so you don't need to thank me."

"excuse me."

"Now it's time for today's dessert."

The beautifully crafted desserts were served.

These desserts are made with the finest ingredients, ensuring authentic flavors. Furthermore, Xiangtian's skills are truly impressive, comparable to those of top-notch pastry chefs.

Enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the moment with warm coffee and a sweet, rich cake.

Take a spoonful gently, and the silky cream paired with the soft, fluffy cake slides down your throat.

The rich aroma of milk and eggs fills the mouth, and the sweet, silky touch at the back of the tongue triggers a continuous release of dopamine in the brain, bringing happiness and satisfaction.

Many desserts become too sweet and cloying after just a few bites, but there is one exception – tiramisu.

Tiramisu layers together the aroma of coffee, the bitterness of cocoa, the sweetness of mousse, and the richness of cheese. The sweet and bitter flavors explode on the tongue at the same time, making it so delicious that you can't get enough of it.

Tiramisu, as one of the most iconic Italian desserts, is actually not a traditional pastry that has been around for hundreds of years.

Its history is not long; it is a dessert that only appeared in the 80s.

"It's so sour here. It's so sour here. Lin Yan, this is wrong." Maria tasted the tiramisu and then the jam, and was immediately overwhelmed by the sourness.

"What did you say? There's a right and wrong? Fine, I'll try it too."

"Sane, what kind of sour sauce is this?"

"This one……"

"Would you like to guess what ingredients were used in this? Hehehe, you'll be surprised when you hear it."

"I have absolutely no idea. And the way you laugh, Granny Xiongze, is terrifying to me. So, what exactly did you use in it?"

"Don't tell anyone, okay? Can I hear you?"

"Grandma Xiong Ze leaned over and said."

"What is it?" Lin Yan asked, pretending to be very concerned.

"This sour sauce is actually made with mackerel."

"Is it mackerel?"

"Mackerel is really sour, isn't it? It turns sour when you extract the juice from it."

"Hahahaha..."

"Grandma Kumazawa, you're still the same as always. This will make Maria believe you, okay?"

"It was just a joke. Mr. Gota will tell everyone what this sauce is made of soon." Mr. Gota was clearly a little unhappy that Mrs. Kumazawa had treated it as a joke. He straightened his posture and began to introduce the sauce.

"Now, please allow me to introduce this dessert. Today, I've used a rose garden as the theme, a favorite of many of you, and decorated the cheese to resemble a rose garden. The rose petals on the plate were just picked from the garden outside. There are two kinds of sauces prepared: strawberry jam and rosehip jam. Please enjoy the sweetness of the strawberries and the tartness of the rosehips. Also, the petals are purely for decoration; please remove them before using them. Now, please enjoy yourselves."

"Madam, are you satisfied?"

"Still perfect, qualified to entertain distinguished guests."

"I dare not accept such praise. I have heard that rosehips are also effective for headaches. I wonder if you have heard of them? I thought you might like them very much, so I specially asked someone to prepare them."

"Oh, I see. Thank you."

“Sister-in-law Xiafei, I told you rosehips are great for treating headaches, didn’t I?” Wujiang said.

Xia Fei continued, echoing Wu Jiang's words, "It seems so; hopefully it really works."

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"Mr. Gota, I've really fallen for you. Tell me about your treatment here later. If that's inconvenient, just hold up a few fingers and tell me how much annual salary you want. Letting your culinary skills be monopolized by this island is an insult to human food culture. Why don't you consider using your culinary skills in my company and making more customers happy?"

"Brother Hideyoshi, you want to poach our Gota? This is a real headache. I think if we don't improve Gota's treatment, he'll most likely be lured away by someone else."

Ushio Usui said this half-jokingly.

Aunt Huiyu continued, "That's better. Otherwise, if Mr. Gota really gets poached, you'll have to eat mackerel dishes from Grandma Kumazawa for every meal."

"Miss, you're really sharp-tongued. I'm going to hold a grudge against you for that."

The crowd roared with laughter.

Granny Xiongze was still promoting mackerel, claiming it contained valuable nutrients that could fight aging and make you smarter. It seems that while it can't stop physical aging, it's certainly very effective at preventing mental aging.

At her age, she can still joke like this; the effect is truly remarkable.

"Then I'll take my leave now. I'll be showing off my culinary skills at dinner, preparing a table full of mackerel dishes. I hope you'll all look forward to it!"

"I'm really looking forward to it. Let's eat our fill of pickled mackerel today!"

"That's really nice. I wonder if they'll bring out some good sake to go with it?"

Kumazawa-ba replied confidently, as if she had already anticipated everyone's reaction, "Of course. Rokkenjima has a famous sake called mackerel shochu."

Grandma Kumazawa and Sanon bowed to everyone and pushed the food cart out of the restaurant. Mr. Gota's limelight was completely stolen, and his serious declaration that he would be eating veal steak tonight was even more comical.

In the corridor.

"Grandma Xiong Ze, thank you for helping me out of that predicament."

Shana pushed the food cart and bowed deeply to her.

"I haven't done anything that requires your thanks."

Xiong Ze pretended to be clueless, but she was definitely trying to help out of the awkward situation. When Lin Yan asked about the details of the dessert earlier, Sha Yin stammered.

There are many ways to avoid problems, but they should all be done more skillfully. Whenever Shana encounters a question she doesn't know how to answer, she immediately starts stammering. This is clearly just a small flaw, yet it repeatedly puts her at a disadvantage.

Even when Goda makes a mistake, he can cover it up very cleverly. If Sane could have even a little bit of his cunning, she'd definitely have an easier time.

She is not careless at work, so this shortcoming makes people feel even more sorry for her.

However, Shana's straightforward personality—not making excuses to cover up her mistakes—is truly precious to those who understand her. That's why Granny Kumazawa helped her out of the predicament without hesitation.

"Genji just said the afternoon schedule has changed. I remember you, Sano, can rest until evening. Hehehe, I'm so envious."

"I'm sorry, I didn't check the schedule carefully."

"By the way, I'd like to grill a mackerel in the oven later. I'd be very happy if you could help me before you leave work."

"Okay. I'd be happy to help. Please let me assist you."

For Shana, Kumazawa was like a mother to her servants.

Inside the large house.

When lunch was over, the servants cleaned up the dining room, and everyone went to the living room for tea.

She said that Lou Zuo wanted to brew the herbal tea she bought for Xia Fei to try.

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Maria said she also wanted to drink the herbal tea, but Rufus Ushiromiya said that children should just go outside to play and rejected her suggestion on the spot.

"Lin Yan, how about we go for a walk together?"

As the eldest grandson of this generation, Rang Zhi naturally has to shoulder certain responsibilities at times.

"You can go see some roses, but be careful about the weather. Although it's still bright, the weather forecast keeps saying it will rain."

"Maria wants to see the sea, she wants to see the sea."

"That's really great. It's not so easy to play on the beach normally."

Aunt Huiyu smiled and said to everyone, and Zhu Zhixiang echoed her, smiling as she looked at everyone with anticipation for the sea and the beach in her eyes.