"Impressive," Evan mused, once again marveling at Adam's capabilities.The kitchen, spanning 120 square meters, was even more stunning than the main hall. The countertop, a single slab of marble atop a solid concrete base, exuded elegance and durability. The ceiling, with its intricate recessed design and strategic lighting, added depth and brightness to the space.Top-of-the-line kitchen equipment, both imported and domestic, filled the room.Opening the refrigerator, Evan was astounded once more. Adam had truly outdone himself, sourcing the world's finest ingredients."Perhaps a test run is in order," Evan thought, unable to resist the allure of the pristine kitchen.He set about preparing egg fried rice, a deceptively simple Elysian staple that required considerable skill to perfect.As the rice steamed, Evan chopped scallions, ginger, and garlic, selecting exceptionally large eggs for the dish.Once cooked, he transferred the rice to the refrigerator to chill—a crucial step in ach

After cracking the egg and adding a pinch of salt, Evan retrieved chilled rice from the refrigerator and began to heat it on the stove.As the rice warmed, its fragrance permeated the kitchen. The culinary team inhaled deeply, exclaiming in surprise."The rice smells incredible!""Do we have rice like this in Elysia? This must be imported!""It's not just the aroma. Look at how plump and glossy each grain is. It's making my mouth water!"Yet, some skeptical voices persisted:"Egg and rice? Is he making egg fried rice?""Egg fried rice? But why is he heating the chilled rice?""Ha! If he's really making egg fried rice, it proves Mr. Knight's point. He's too inexperienced. Who heats rice before frying it?"As the group debated, Nathan Knight's face underwent a dramatic transformation. He realized that this young chef was indeed a culinary genius.The rice was clearly freshly cooked, then refrigerated to achieve perfect separation of grains. Normally, this process would take two to three

"You!" Daisy stomped her foot in frustration, sulking in her seat. "Stupid Evan, how could someone as beautiful as me ever struggle to marry? Besides, if I can't find a husband, I'll just stick with you for life!"In the kitchen, Evan prepared another serving of egg fried rice. Before he could even exit, the salivating culinary team, who had been lying in wait, pounced on the dish."Incredible! I've wasted so many years! Who knew egg fried rice could be the world's most delectable dish?""Damn it, who's pushing? Back off, or I'll forget we're colleagues!""What kind of jerk are you? Can't you grab from the plate instead of snatching from my hand? Do you know how hard I fought for these few grains?"Nathan Knight, leveraging his esteemed "Mr. Knight" status, managed to secure a spoonful. Without his reputation, his portly frame would have been no match for the young, vigorous team members.He savored the aroma of his spoonful, eyes closed in bliss. "Ah, such a delightful fragrance! The

Even Daisy was conspicuously absent.Naturally, Ava and Bella were also unaware of Evan's foray into the restaurant business, having no knowledge of his recent property acquisition in the city center.Shortly after opening, taking advantage of the empty dining room, the masked Evan began inputting the day's menu and prices into the computer, displaying them on the scrolling screen in the main hall."Breakfast Menu:Soy Milk & Youtiao: $100Rice Porridge & Xiaolongbao: $150Spicy Pepper Soup: $100Lunch Menu:Donkey Meat Sandwich: $500Knife-Cut Noodles: $300'Donkey Rolling': $500"Indeed, Evan was determined to run an unapologetically unconventional establishment. The menu was fixed, prices non-negotiable. Patrons could either accept the offerings or dine elsewhere.With the menu set, Evan retreated to the kitchen to prepare. He meticulously washed and chopped ingredients for the day's dishes, readying all necessary components before returning to the dining area.The entire morning p

Impossible, he couldn't possibly know! Reassured by this thought, his expression softened slightly, and he spoke in a deep voice:"Whether you acknowledge it or not, you've already forfeited your dignity as a chef. Do you have any idea who I am? I'm Larry Black from the neighboring city, champion of this year's October Elysia Food Festival. The fact that you don't even dare to showcase your skills in my presence speaks volumes about your lack of dignity!""That's right, you're nothing but a restaurateur without an ounce of dignity now!" one of his lackeys chimed in."As a chef, you've lost even the most basic sense of pride. How do you expect to survive in the culinary industry? What a pity!" another added.Evan paid no heed to the taunts of these minions. With a faint smile, he leaned in close to Larry Black and said in a low voice, "You know exactly what I'm referring to."In an instant, Larry Black's expression transformed from shock to ghostly pale.He knows!He knows everything!