People in Zongman: My Dimensional Cuisine

Yumiko nodded and said, "Yes, Shusuke said he must win the national championship this time. To be honest, I always feel that Shusuke is pushing himself too hard."

"Maybe they don't want to lose points in their own matches. It's a very normal thought. Hmm, as expected of Shusuke, you three siblings are really exactly the same."

Yumiko paused for a moment and said in confusion, "Huh? Exactly the same? No way, you could say Shusuke and I look alike, but Yuuta doesn't look like me at all."

Bai Yu smiled and said gently, "They're all just as stubborn."

"Huh? Stubborn? Me? No way... I'm pretty easygoing."

"If you weren't so stubborn, you wouldn't still be working overtime until now. And I remember you were quite stubborn at the beginning, weren't you?"

Yumiko paused for a moment and said, "Putting aside the overtime issue, I wasn't stubborn at all when we first got together. I just liked to have fun back then."

Bai Yu smiled slightly and said softly, "Yumiko... back then, in order to see the compatibility, you used a very persistent method, searching for opposite examples all night long."

"I..."

"I also went to draw lots, and drew ten lots in one go. The first one was very auspicious, so I didn't look at the rest."

Yumiko blushed and coughed lightly, saying, "I was just testing everything... and it turns out it was definitely the right thing to do. The first fortune slip was very auspicious, okay?"

"Yes, that's true, and..."

"Ok?"

As Bai Yu spoke, he glanced at Yumiko's bag. Yumiko paused for a moment before taking out an amulet from her bag and saying with a smile, "How did you know?"

"Because I know you, that's the slip of paper inside."

Yumiko nodded and put it away before saying gently, "Yes, I think it's very meaningful. Oh, right, I almost forgot, where did you go on this solo trip?"

"There's not much to do... I'll basically just go see Hannah, I should be able to see Guoguang, and then visit a few cities that I personally like."

Yumiko nodded and said, "I see... Oh? By the way, I remember you have a house abroad, right?"

"Yes, there are, in those cities I particularly like, why?"

"It's nothing. Lucy and the others were discussing in the group chat before, asking if you have a house and a car abroad. They didn't think you would stay in a hotel or drive so fast in a friend's car."

Bai Yu nodded and said, "Indeed, some I bought myself, and some were gifts from friends. Overall, they weren't very expensive."

"I know that, but you haven't been back for so long, it's not good to have no one to take care of you."

"Probably not. I have a good relationship with the property management, so I asked them to help look after things. After all, I would occasionally bring them some homemade snacks when I lived here before."

Yumiko nodded and said, "That's good. By the way, who sent them all? The cars?"

"He has a car and a house. Let me think... When I went on a trip with Shexiang and the others, as soon as we arrived, Liedang called to say that he had bought a villa so we didn't need to book a hotel anymore. And then... Vermouth, you remember?"

"Remember, what happened?"

"She said she hadn't been there, so she just left the villa to me and told me to remember to tidy it up when I went there. But when I passed by on a trip before, I found out that the property management had been taking care of it all along, and the signs of life were quite obvious. I learned how to contact the property management from her."

"I see. Zhanzhan, I know. Her father left you two a villa, so Ziyin doesn't have a chance to go out with you, and neither does Qiluoli... Is there anyone else?"

Bai Yu thought for a moment and said, "If there's anyone else... there's a guy named Casper. He saved my life before, and we became friends. He even gave me a villa key when he left."

"Kasper... Oh! You mentioned him, and then? What kind of person is he?"

"It's quite interesting. Before, he kept pestering me to teach him how to fight, and then he came over to freeload meals. Before he came over for meals, he seemed to really like eating junk food. He also said that he would introduce me to his sister if I had the chance, only saying that she was a difficult girl, but he didn't say who she was."

Yumiko nodded and said, "I see. You're really lucky. By the way, don't you think Kirari has been quite well-behaved lately?"

"She's always been pretty honest, but she's just happier whenever you see her."

"You really know her well... Ah, the food's here. Is the food at this restaurant good?"

"Of course, boss, a Mapo cocktail, please."

"Mapo cocktail? That sounds interesting. I'll have one too, boss."

A middle-aged man smiled and said, "Okay! You must be Bai Yu's girlfriend. You're really beautiful. Hey, Bai Yu, how's business lately?"

"It's not bad, there are more people now, I feel like skipping work."

"How can you run a shop like this? I'm really impressed. Here, this is your Level 4 Spicy Mapo Tofu, along with scrambled eggs with carrots, sesame mackerel, and rice for the two of you."

"This level 4 spicy looks really potent."

"There are two more levels and hellish spicy on top. It seems that Bai Yu is still as caring as ever. Okay, enjoy your meal. I'll go mix some drinks."

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Chapter 384 Hori Yuriko's Soul-Searching Questions, Another Visit to the Parents (Please Subscribe~)

Yumiko finally got to drink the legendary Mapo cocktail. She thought it would be spicy, but it turned out to be a little sweet.

"Hmm... how did you make this? It tastes pretty good."

Bai Yu smiled and said, "Mapo cocktail, there are many ways to make it. This is the most basic one. It's made with gin, lemon juice, syrup, chili sauce, and yogurt, and then topped with mint leaves."

"Oh, so that explains why it's a little spicy but mostly has a sweet and fragrant flavor. It's quite nice, and the food tastes great too. But level four spice is still a bit spicy."

"It's alright. Shusuke would probably prefer the Hellfire Spicy one. You can eat more of this carrot and egg stir-fry. The mackerel is also pretty good."

"Yeah, let's go home in a bit."

Bai Yu was taken aback for a moment and said, "Huh? Going home? I thought you would choose to go out for a walk in the afternoon."

"Mainly, Mom wants to make time to see you, but she doesn't have much time. Hey, are you nervous?"

"I'm not nervous."

Yumiko sighed and said, "Other people's boyfriends are so nervous when they meet their parents, they're agonizing over it for days. But you, you're not nervous at all when it's a surprise visit."

"It's not like it's the first time I've met your aunt."

"So, you were nervous when you first met your mother?"

"I wouldn't say I was nervous, but I was still a little unsure of what to do."

Yumiko smiled and said, "That's more like it. Hmm, Shusuke should be home at this time too. They train in the morning, so if they don't go out in the afternoon, they should be at home."

"Has Yuta still not returned?"

"No, but their attitude has changed quite a bit. I just hope these two brothers can get back on their feet before summer vacation. It's such a headache..."

"You really are the older sister, doing Mom's job."

Yumiko paused for a moment before laughing and saying, "No, not really. At most, there's a little bit. You have no idea what those brats, Rindou and the others, are talking about."

"say what?"

"Never mind, I won't talk to you anymore. Hmm, this mackerel is really delicious."

While they were chatting, in another house, Hori Kyoko was watching TV while Sota was eating quietly when they suddenly heard the doorbell ring.

"Who is it...?! Mom?! Why are you back so early?"

Kyoko Hori was stunned when she opened the door. Yuriko Hori rarely came home this early. Yuriko Hori smiled and said, "Kyoko, you're so surprised. Did you secretly bring your boyfriend home?"

Lu Jingzi blushed and said irritably, "No, I didn't! But Mom, didn't you go to work overtime?"

“Yes, but it’s only for one morning. If you’re tired this morning, you can relax tomorrow and the day after. Kyoko, I’ll pick up Sota these next two days.”

"Oh...I see. Hey? What's this?"

"Daifuku is so delicious."

"Huh? Really? Sota! Mom's back, and she brought Daifuku with her."

Sota immediately stood up and headed straight for the daifuku. Hori Yuriko smiled and said, "Let's eat first. I bought a lot, I can't leave out Sota's."

"Oh! Mom, have you eaten?"

"No... Is there anything to eat?"

Hori Kyoko tilted her head and said, "We're having curry rice and hamburger patties for lunch today. I'll fry the hamburger patties myself. Mom, just wait a minute. You should have told me you were coming home so early."

"I forgot..."

Hori Yuriko casually tossed her bag aside, placed the daifuku aside, sat down next to Sota, and said with a smile, "Sota, were you good today?"

Yes! I've been tidying up my room all day!

"Huh? Why did you suddenly decide to tidy up your room?"

Kyoko Hori, who was frying hamburger patties, said with a smile, "Because I saw Manager Shiraha's room yesterday and kept saying it was very clean and beautiful, I came back to clean my room. When I went to clean it, she said it wasn't necessary and that it was quite tidy."

Hori Yuriko smiled and said, "That's really impressive, you deserve praise."

"Hehe...I definitely want to become someone like Brother Baiyu in the future!"

Before Hori Kyoko could speak, Hori Yuriko laughed and said, "So, does that mean I'm going to have a lot of daughters-in-law? Eh? I'm so excited..."

"Mom! Is that what I meant?"

"Just kidding. By the way, Kyoko, do you remember that company I told you about? There's a really pretty, but hardworking, Yumiko?"

"Um...you mean Fuji-san, right...? Eh? Fuji...that's a familiar surname..."

Yuriko Hori leaned back on the sofa and said, "What do you mean, 'familiar'? Her boyfriend is Manager Shiraha. Manager Shiraha went to visit Yumiko today. They're very affectionate."

"Huh? I knew that sounded familiar, turns out it really was just a coincidence."

"Yes, this daifuku was highly recommended by both Manager Shiraha and Yumiko."

Sota was taken aback for a moment and said, "Eh? Brother Baiyu recommended it? It must be delicious!"

Kyoko Hori nodded in agreement, and the three of them chatted casually. Before long, Kyoko Hori came over with two plates. Yuriko Hori said with a smile, "Wow, this looks very appetizing. As expected of Kyoko."

"It's alright. The rice tasted a bit better today because I used the method that Manager Bai Yu suggested. But you have to eat it carefully to notice the difference. It seems I'll have to add a little more oil tonight."

"Kyoko, you've learned a lot from Manager Shiraha."

"Yes, Manager Baiyu is a very nice person."

Hori Yuriko grinned mischievously and said, "Eh? Is that so? Kyoko, this is the first time you've praised a man like this. Honestly, do you have something on your mind?"

Hori Kyoko blushed instantly, her eyes twitching as she said, "No...no, Mom! You're doing it again!"

"Oh my, Kyoko, are you shy? That's so cute. But if it's Manager Shiraha, Mom and Dad will be very supportive, right, Sota?"

Chuangtai immediately raised his hand and shouted, "I support it too! I support it too!"

Kyoko Hori felt her face was practically steaming. She stood up abruptly and shouted, "I'm not talking to you guys anymore! Seriously! Souta, eat your food! I'm going back to my studies!"

"Pfft..." x2

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Chapter 385 Only Big Kids Understand Little Kids: A Mother and Daughter's Conversation (Please Subscribe~)

Hori Kyoko felt like she was about to be set on fire, so she lay on the bed with her face buried in the pillow. Her face was hot, and her palms and soles felt very hot too. Hori Kyoko knew without a mirror that her face was definitely very red.

Hori Kyoko's mind was in turmoil. She remembered the analysis that Hinami Aoi and the others had given her before. Could it be that her parents really had something on their minds?

Kyosuke didn't understand, and neither did Hori Yuriko. These two seemed to care about nothing and act like little devils, but in reality, they had a lot on their minds.

Most importantly, the eyes are the windows to the soul. Generally speaking, you can tell a person's psychological reaction, whether they are telling the truth or lying, or whether they are joking just by looking at their eyes.

But that's precisely where the problem lies. Hori Kyosuke and Hori Yuriko, this couple, one has bangs that cover his eyes, and the other always has a smiling, squinting look in her eyes. How can a couple like them possibly have a shared gaze?

If a normal parent said that, they'd probably be joking. But if it's this couple, it's 60% joking and 40% serious. What? You say 60% is still a high number?

I'm sorry, but sometimes their jokes are actually true, so the actual element of a joke is pitifully low, which is why Hori Kyoko is feeling so unsettled right now.

Just then, the door opened, and Hori Yuriko walked in. She sat down next to Hori Kyoko, glanced at the still blushing Kyoko, smiled, and whispered, "Kyoko..."

"Ok?"

"Mom thinks...you'll be taking the college entrance exam soon, and it's time to think about the future. After all, you're a big kid now."

Kyoko Hori paused for a moment but kept her head down and didn't say anything. Yuriko Hori smiled and said, "The older children have grown up, so they should start thinking about the younger children. After all, the older children know the younger children's thoughts best."

Before Hori Kyoko could react, she heard Hori Yuriko say gently, "Otherwise, why would you want to study medicine?"

Kyoko Hori froze for a moment, then Yuriko Hori sighed and said, "Kyoko, although an apology is pointless, I still have to say... I'm sorry, Kyoko..."

"Mom, I'm okay."

"So, Kyoko, I really hope you can find someone who can take good care of you, and someone who, even after you get married, will keep your children from feeling lonely because you're busy with work."

Hori Kyoko clenched her fist before sitting up and saying softly, "Mom, I know what you're thinking..."