People in Zongman: My Dimensional Cuisine

Just as Ali was about to speak, Qingxingdeng said with a smile, "This is Ali, a new friend I made back in my hometown. Ali sings very well."

Ali said politely, "Excuse me... I'm Ali..."

Bai Yu said gently, "There's no such thing as disturbing you. This is a restaurant, and if possible, I would like to have more customers to come and bother us."

A-Li stared at Bai Yu for two seconds before softly saying, "Are you the shopkeeper Bai Yu that Qingxingdeng told me about? You really are a handsome man..."

Bai Yu smiled and said, "Thank you for the compliment. What would you like to eat?"

"Um... I'm not quite sure, Aoandon..."

"I'm still the same as always."

"Then I'll have the same one as Aoandon."

Bai Yu nodded and said gently, "Okay, please wait a moment. Qingxingdeng, please take Miss Ali to a place to wait. I'll go prepare the food."

"Okay, but what were you talking about just now?"

“Lucifer and the others wanted to hear poems and songs, so I memorized some for them.”

"Oh, I see. It's a pity I was too late and missed it."

Yuko Ichihara said with a smile, "It's alright, it's alright. Your cooking is quick, and everyone is still full of energy."

Ali looked at Bai Yu with some anticipation. She was also very curious about what the poetry in this other world was like. Her first impression of this world was this shop, and she had a very good impression of it.

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Chapter 707 Strange Ali, Can You Sing? (Please Subscribe~)

Ali sat in the chair, looking around like a curious child. Everything about the layout and decorations was something she had never seen before, and even the lighting wasn't candlelight or oil lamp.

Aoandon said gently, "A-Li, how is it? Pretty good, right?"

Ali nodded and said, "Actually, it's much better than I imagined. It's beautiful, and although it's big, it's very cozy... I really like it here."

Aoandon said with a smile, "It would be best if you like it. Come, let me introduce you to everyone. Don't be nervous, we're all family."

Ari nodded, but was still a little reserved. Aoandon introduced them one by one, and Ichihara Yuuko and the others greeted them warmly, catching Ari off guard. However, this made everyone's impression of Ari even more adorable.

Just as Lucifer was about to speak, he raised an eyebrow slightly, turned his head and glanced at Ichihara Yuko. Ichihara Yuko was stunned for a moment, then also slightly taken aback. Cerberus wanted to say something, but Justice directly changed the subject.

Everything was subtle, and no one noticed. Lucifer stood up and said, "I'm going to the restroom. You guys continue your conversation."

Yuko Ichihara also shouted, "Wait for me! I'm coming too!"

Once in the restroom, Lucifer leaned against the jade sink, tapping the surface with his fingers and saying with a puzzled look, "Yuko, something's not right... That Ari... is she human?"

Yuuko Ichihara said with some doubt, "I'm not sure. There's some demonic power, but... I can't quite put my finger on it. Could it be that it hasn't awakened yet?"

That's true... but I still feel something's off.

"I'm not sure, but if she awakens that demonic power on her own, she might not be able to control it. In that case, it might also affect Ali's memories."

Lucifer smiled and said, "But it doesn't matter. You brought it up because you can handle it, right? And it's just a memory, simple as it is. You're not saying it's that simple, are you?"

Yuuko Ichihara nodded and said, "That's right. I was thinking, if my guess is correct, if it can really awaken Ari, wouldn't it be even better if she could freely transform back into Ari's appearance?"

"You mean... but is it even possible?"

"Simple! Besides, Zi and the others are here too."

Lucifer nodded and said, "Hmm, that sounds pretty reliable. Let's do it that way then. We'll talk about it later after Erina and the others go upstairs to sleep. By then, Yukari and the others will be here."

"Ok!"

When the two of them came out, they saw Ali being bombarded with questions by the crowd, which made Ali feel dizzy and completely unsure of how to respond.

After an unknown amount of time, just when Ali felt she was about to tell everyone what she had eaten the day before, she saw Bai Yu pushing a food cart out.

To Ali, Bai Yu was like a great hero who had saved the world. However, he wasn't riding on a colorful auspicious cloud, but pushing a food cart. But this was much better than the auspicious cloud, which couldn't be eaten.

It was the same familiar dinner as always. Qingxingdeng was used to it, but Ali seemed a little confused. She had never seen these dishes before, and they were all beautifully presented.

"First is the pan-seared foie gras, then the Italian mushroom soup, and finally... non-alcoholic champagne. Please enjoy. If you feel the pepper is not flavorful enough, you can sprinkle some on the side."

Ali quickly replied, "Oh! Thank you, Manager Baiyu."

"It's alright, please eat quickly. These dishes won't taste as good if they're past their ideal temperature. So I won't bother you any longer, please enjoy your meal."

After Bai Yu finished speaking, he returned to his seat. Ali was still looking at Bai Yu. She had never seen a man like this before. He felt like a warm sun, and also like a gentle breeze.

Aoandon smiled and said, "A-Li, doesn't it feel very considerate?"

A-Li blushed but still nodded and said softly, "Qingxingdeng is different from those flattering men outside, and unlike those men whose eyes are full of greed and evil thoughts, Mr. Baiyu really makes people feel warm."

"So that's why Lucifer and the others came about, at least that's what I think."

Ali was taken aback for a moment before nodding. Looking at the food in front of her, she said in a puzzled tone, "Such a rich aroma, Qingxingdeng, can mushroom soup smell this good?"

"Try it and you'll see. Anyway, there's a shield. If you're interested, Ali, you can play for a few days and then go back. When you want to come back later, just think of the door and you can come to the store."

"Mmm, mmm! This stuff is so delicious... soft and fluffy texture... and such a rich flavor. Is this really meat? It's so strange."

"Hmm, this is foie gras. The foie gras that Bai Yu makes tastes just like a soufflé cake."

"Soufflé cake?"

"It's a kind of dessert. If you want some, Ali, you can order one later. It's very delicious. Bai Yu's cooking is much better than what you usually eat."

"Mmm! Wow... this mushroom soup is delicious too, it has such a smooth texture and a wonderful aroma that's hard to describe. Aoandon, thank you so much for bringing me here."

Qingxingdeng, holding a glass of champagne, said with a smile, "This is nothing. I just feel that you might be very suitable for this place, and Ali, your singing and dancing are really good."

"That's too much praise... It's all undeserved flattery from outsiders..."

"I don't know if they're exaggerating, but my assessment is still very honest. Let's not talk about that now, let's have a drink."

"Oh... what is this?"

You can think of it as a beverage.

Ali nodded, then tapped the cups together at an angle before tentatively taking a sip. The refreshing taste, with its fragrant sweet and sour flavor, made Ali instantly fall in love with the drink.

Bai Yu watched Qingxingdeng and A Li chatting and eating, then shook his head with a smile and said, "A songstress... that's quite an amazing profession. Come to think of it, it seems like it's been a long time since Chu Jian and the others invited me to karaoke."

Lucifer was stunned for a moment, then said blankly, "You can sing?!"

"Um... let's not sing off-key for now."

Everyone nodded, but Bai Yu said with amusement, "I'm suddenly a little curious... Logically speaking, a very beautiful woman shouldn't be a bad singer, right?"

Everyone was taken aback by these words. Bai Yu curled up the corner of his mouth and said, "How about we go to karaoke sometime?"

P.S.: The connection between a songstress and an idol has already been established. The connection between a classical songstress and ancient music is already there; there's a musician in Runeterra, right... *cough cough*...

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Chapter 708 A-Li's Heartbeat Accelerates, Phoenix Seeks Its Mate (Please Subscribe~)

Everyone was taken aback by Bai Yu's words, because they themselves didn't know if they sang well or not. None of them listened to music often, except for Ruiwen, who listened to music regularly.

Nakiri Managi whispered, "Hey, I remember you sometimes listen to music, right? I've even heard you humming songs before, so you must be a pretty good singer."

Ranta blushed and whispered, "I...I haven't sung much either. It's hard to sing off-key when humming, right? Besides, I don't listen to music very often...If you want to talk about it, Xiaoqiong and Riven are the ones who listen to music a lot!"

Kasugano Sora quickly waved her hands and said, "No...no! I don't even hum along to songs, let alone sing them!"

Riven nodded and said, "Me too, and I like listening to light music that doesn't have lyrics."

Nakiri Managi covered her face and said, "You're so useless..."

Rantab rolled his eyes and said, "Managi-sama... are you a really good singer?"

"I don't listen to music!"

"What's with that proud look on your face...?"

Yuko Ichihara sighed and said, "I've never sung before, and it seems like there aren't many left who have. Does this mean we've all been wiped out?"

Bai Yu smiled and said, "Listening to music can help relax your tense mood. It's good that Riven likes to listen to light music; it's a good habit."

"Well, speaking of which... I don't think I've ever seen you listen to songs before, Bai Yu."

"Me? I used to listen to music, but now it's not like I have nothing to do during the day. I also have to open the shop at night, so I don't really have time to sit down and read a book or listen to music."

Everyone was taken aback, but their hearts warmed. They knew that Bai Yu had sacrificed many of his hobbies to be with them. Rather than saying he had sacrificed them, it would be more accurate to say that he had transferred his hobbies to them.

Just as Bai Yu was about to say something, he heard Qing Xingdeng say gently, "Bai Yu, if you're talking about singing, have you forgotten that there's a very talented songstress here?"

Everyone's eyes lit up as they looked at the exquisite young woman. Ali wiped her mouth and said softly, "There are no musical instruments here..."

Lucifer laughed and said, "It's alright, it's alright, I can sing it a cappella!"

Yuko Ichihara said with a smile, "I won't let you sing for nothing..."

Ah Li thought the meal was free, and quickly said, "No, no, no, I'm already very lucky to have such delicious food. I'm just an ordinary songstress, it's not like I need to..."

Yuko Ichihara waved her hand and said, "Talking about money is too vulgar. I noticed you seemed quite interested when we mentioned discussing poetry earlier. How about this, you sing a verse, and we'll have Bai Yu recite one for you?"

Ali was somewhat tempted, but still looked at Bai Yu with a bit of restraint. Lucifer smiled and said, "Hey, Bai Yu, do you have any objections?"

Bai Yu thought for a moment and said, "A poem or song written by someone from the past can be exchanged for an exclusive performance by an excellent singer. I feel it's a great deal. However, whether or not you sing it is up to you, Miss Ali."

Ali looked at Bai Yu and said softly, "Manager Bai Yu, you can just call me Ali..."

"Ok."

Ah Li breathed a sigh of relief and slowly stood up. Everyone held their breath and watched Ah Li. Ah Li exhaled slightly, and the next moment everyone heard an exceptionally moving and beautiful singing voice.

The singing left Bai Yu somewhat stunned. As expected of a songstress recognized by Qingxingdeng, her skill was extraordinary. Everyone listened, completely mesmerized.

"sounds amazing!"

"As expected of a songstress!"

Because it was an a cappella performance, Ah Li's exquisite voice could be heard even more. When the song ended, everyone applauded from the bottom of their hearts. They hadn't heard the song before, but music doesn't need to be known or understood. It's the art of sound, a magic that can resonate with the soul. Some songs can grab your ears and go straight to your heart as soon as they open.

Ali was also quite happy, it seemed that her singing had been recognized. Ali said softly, "I've made a fool of myself, thank you all for your kind words."

Bai Yu shook his head and said, "This is well-deserved praise. Perhaps you think of yourself as an ordinary songstress, but singing and dancing are not arts that can be praised casually. They are treasures that can bring enjoyment to the soul. Ali, you are very capable. You don't need to be so modest."

Ali blushed. It was the first time someone had praised her singing like that, and she was very happy. She stared at Bai Yu with unblinking eyes, her eyes full of anticipation.

Lucifer said with a smile, "Bai Yu, you'd better choose one carefully from the poems and songs you've read this time, otherwise you'll be letting Ali's singing down."

Bai Yu thought for a moment and said, "This time, the theme of the poems and songs you asked me to recite is love, and also expressions of love... Ali's song should be at a very high level... In that case..."

Bai Yu suddenly smiled, looked up and glanced at Ali. Ali also took half a step back and looked at Bai Yu nervously. She realized that the theme of the poems they were discussing was actually love poems. However, Ali was still looking forward to seeing what works Bai Yu would recite.

"There is a beautiful woman, whom I have seen and cannot forget." (There are also ancient poems in Japan, which originated from China, but they are not as diverse as those in China, and their literary style and artistic conception are much inferior.)

"When I miss you for a day, I miss you like crazy."

"The phoenix soars high, and the four seas seek it."

These few simple sentences perfectly capture the initial thrill of love at first sight and the torment of being unable to meet. They are simple yet clear enough.

Ali stared at Bai Yu, completely stunned. She knew that this work was created by someone before, but Bai Yu was looking at her and speaking to her. She had never heard of such a wonderful work before, and her heart raced for a moment.

"Phoenix, oh phoenix, return to your homeland, roam the four seas to find your mate..."

"..."

"With both wings raised, I soar high, yet my thoughts remain unmoved, leaving me only sorrow."

After Bai Yu finished reading, he smiled and said, "This was written by a very talented person from the Celestial Empire... The title is... 'The Phoenix Seeks Its Mate,' and you probably already know what it means."

Everyone nodded. A song and a poem were a perfect match. At this moment, when Ali looked at Bai Yu's gentle smiling face, her heart was racing. She didn't even notice the blush that had appeared on her fair cheeks.

Yuko Ichihara sighed and said, "The ancient people of the Celestial Empire were really romantic... Although I know the general meaning, I'd better look it up."

"Agreed!"

Seeing everyone rushing to their phones to check the meaning, Bai Yu simply smiled and shook his head, looking at Ali and saying gently, "This should be one of the most fitting works I can think of, Ali, what do you think..."

Ali turned her head slightly and said, "Yeah! Ali is the one who profited... This author is really amazing."

"Ah Li, you're just bragging, aren't you? After all, these are works of art that can move people's hearts."

Ali felt her heart pounding uncontrollably. Qingxingdeng smiled and said, "Ali, don't stand in the middle of the road, come over here."

"Ok!"