"I need no favors from you. Are these evasions an attempt to back out? Fine, if you're so reluctant to let the judges taste your dish, you can admit defeat right here, in front of everyone!"Following their boss's lead, his lackeys chimed in."That's right, surrender! Admit defeat to our boss!""You lack confidence in your own creation? Could it be all style and no substance?""Well, since you insist, let's have the judges sample the dishes," Evan replied with a faint smile. Ah, I had hoped to give you one last opportunity, but you're so eager to face your downfall. What can I do? I'm at a loss as well!"Judges, please step forward. We'll taste from left to right. On the right is Larry Black's dish, and on the left is the masked chef's creation," one of Larry Black's underlings called out, summoning the randomly selected white-collar judges.Simultaneously, the lackey livestreaming the event grinned at the camera, addressing the online audience with apparent pride: "Ladies and gentlem
Evan smiled gently at the group. "Certainly. Just write down your orders, and I'll prepare them. But remember to pay after you've eaten!""Of course! Your dishes may be pricey, but after tasting them, we find them worth every penny—no, they exceed their value!" The white-collar workers nodded enthusiastically, like pecking chicks.With the Super Cooking Technique at his disposal, preparing dishes for these dozen or so people was child's play. In no time, he had everything ready. The urban professionals devoured the food with gusto, their faces a picture of culinary bliss.As they were settling their bills, still savoring the lingering flavors, one of them fixated on Evan's slender, pale fingers and suddenly exclaimed, "Boss, I recognize that tattoo! Could you be the one who livestreamed songwriting recently?"His observation sparked recognition in several others, who eagerly peered at Evan's wrist. Upon confirming, they burst into simultaneous exclamations."It really is! My God, is i
Conversely, Lumina City's residents flocked to Evan's establishment in droves, leveraging their geographical advantage. A mere subway ride brought them to the epicenter of intrigue, eager to unravel the mystery and savor the legendary fare.Evan had anticipated this turn of events.He was engrossed in his culinary preparations, crafting an array of menu items for the imminent influx of local patrons.As predicted, around four in the afternoon, a throng of citizens who had seen the video descended upon his establishment. Their eyes brimmed with admiration as they watched Evan plating dishes in the dining area.Basking in their ardent gaze, Evan felt a surge of pride rather than discomfort. He offered a subtle smile and said nonchalantly, "What would you like to order? I must warn you, the prices here are rather steep, but I assure you, every dish is worth its weight in gold."At his words, the crowd's attention shifted to the menu displayed in the hall. Their eyes widened in astonishme
"Really?" Bella's suspicion lingered. "Are you sure you're not pulling our leg?""Why would I deceive you?" Evan lamented, his voice quivering with emotion. "You have no idea how exhausting it's been, managing everything alone."His display of raw emotion could easily clinch an Oscar for Best Actor."Bella, enough," Ava intervened, her face etched with concern. "Evan wouldn't lie to us. It's not even dinner rush yet; imagine how hectic it'll be later. Let's postpone our meal and help prepare some side dishes. Otherwise, he'll be overwhelmed."With that, Ava gently led Bella towards the kitchen."Wait, weren't we here to dine?" Bella protested, feeling duped. "Ava, this isn't right. You're not even married to him yet, and you're already taking his side. I'm starting to regret coming here!"As the two women disappeared into the kitchen, Evan remained in the dining area, a wolfish grin spreading across his face.While Bella and Ava busied themselves with food preparation, Evan cleared hi
The crescendo of excitement forced Evan to intervene, gesturing for calm with a wry smile. "Ladies and gentlemen, please remember this is a restaurant. If the noise persists, I fear the authorities might shut us down for disturbing the peace. Let's enjoy our meals in a more subdued manner, shall we?"His plea fell on deaf ears. Though slightly muted, the buzz of excitement remained palpable, spilling onto the street outside."Very well, let them revel," Evan mused, recalling that the neighboring establishments were still under renovation from his earlier Elite Soldier encounter. "At least we won't be disturbing anyone else."With a resigned glance at the crowd, he turned to Emma and Sailor, his voice laced with gratitude. "I apologize for the imposition today. Your assistance won't be forgotten, and I assure you, I'll find a way to repay your kindness in the future.""Mr. Smith, you're too kind!" they responded in unison, their cheeks flushed. "Your generosity far outweighs this small
As the ladies resumed their work, Evan finally tore his gaze from the sun. He strolled casually towards Emma and Sailor, his demeanor nonchalant. "We're expecting at least eight hundred more guests shortly. I apologize for the impending workload.""Eight hundred?" Emma's bright eyes widened in surprise. "Mr. Smith, you've been observing the sun without contacting anyone. How could you possibly know?""It's merely an educated guess," Evan replied calmly. "My predictions rarely miss the mark. Starting tonight, we'll witness successive waves of patrons, potentially peaking at tens of thousands.""Tens of thousands?" Emma and Sailor exchanged incredulous glances, eyeing the seven-story establishment that could accommodate eight hundred at most."Don't worry, they'll queue patiently," Evan assured them, his gaze distant and knowing."Mr. Smith, if I may ask..." Sailor began hesitantly, her cheeks tinged with a faint blush. "Are Ava and Bella in the kitchen your friends? I've heard rumors t
Their quick minds immediately grasped the situation."I understand. I'll gladly serve as your food runner," Liza volunteered, patting her chest.Jenna, surveying the scene, offered, "I'm rather adept at household chores. Perhaps I could assist with dishwashing?"Rebecca, Rihanna, and the others chimed in with radiant smiles, "We'll take the upper floors, each managing a level as servers, just like Emma.""Very well. I appreciate your assistance," Evan responded with a nod.In a flash, the celebrities dispersed to their respective stations. Liza positioned herself at the kitchen door, Jenna headed straight for the sink, while Rebecca, Rihanna, and the others ascended the stairs.As they settled into their roles, the stunned crowd erupted into a cacophony of excited screams that threatened to raise the roof."They truly are here to work! Liza's by the kitchen - she's the food runner! Jenna's at the sink - she's washing dishes! Rebecca and Rihanna have gone upstairs - they must be servin
The entertainment news took on a more speculative tone:"What could possibly compel these superstar actresses to work at a restaurant in a third-tier city? Has the owner wickedly imprisoned them? Are they seeking to experience life as ordinary citizens? Or is the food so irresistible that they simply can't bring themselves to leave?"The buzz in Elysia grew exponentially, with Evan's restaurant becoming the hottest topic of conversation.Countless people began packing their bags, ready to make the journey to Lumina City. This amused those already en route, who gleefully thought, "Should've come earlier! If you leave now, you'll be stuck in traffic so bad you'll question your life choices - just like during that weight loss insurance craze in Lumina City!"The residents of Lumina City had it easier, with even the farthest townships only a five-hour bus ride away.However, what no one anticipated was that even the roads from these local townships would become completely congested, with