Shokugeki: Start with an izakaya, making everyone cry

boom!

There was a loud bang.

Dojima Gin, who was originally standing, suddenly turned as pale as paper.

The corners of his mouth twitched slightly, and he wanted to make some sound, but the sound was like smoke blown away by the wind, silent and invisible.

Its strong body began to shake, like a tree blown by strong wind!

Followed by.

My legs have lost the strength to support me.

The whole person suddenly fell backwards and hit the ground heavily, making a dull echo.

At this moment, the air around him froze, leaving only his heavy breathing and heartbeat echoing in his ears!

……

"silver!"

"Are you OK?"

Seeing this, Shinomiya Kojiro rushed over and tried to help up Dojima Gin who was paralyzed on the ground.

Yin just spread out his hands weakly, with his fingers slightly bent, and let his body continue to lie weakly on the ground. His eyes were closed tightly, as if he had lost consciousness.

Hinatako and the others were stunned by this sudden turn of events.

For a while.

The whole restaurant was filled with a tense atmosphere.

"Shigong, I'm fine."

"In order to make the most delicious cold noodles, I had to use up all my energy."

"Now, just let me rest here for a while, that's all!"

Yin slowly opened his eyes and said weakly, "Unfortunately, I can't defeat the late-night chef, so your French restaurant is forced to close down."

"Stop saying that."

"I have experienced his abilities before."

Fourth Palace, no blame intended.

……

"Young."

“He can show such amazing talent and perseverance, his culinary thinking is quick and his insights are unique.”

"Take the Mapo Tofu dish for example. Everyone has different tastes and preferences. When making Mapo Tofu, we will unconsciously adjust the proportions and flavors of the ingredients according to our own preferences!"

“Of course, it’s not limited to mapo tofu.”

“In the preparation of many dishes, the chef’s taste is often the decisive factor!”

"And you..."

“It really captures the preferences of diners.”

"Its own cooking skills are diverse, complex and refined."

“Without rich experience and continuous exploration and understanding of cuisine, it would be difficult to reach this level.”

"Well, on you."

"I saw a very familiar figure, Saibajo Ichiro!"

"Yes, you look a lot like him!"

Dojima Gin stared at the victorious Saiba Chaoyang and recalled his performance just now. He couldn't help but sigh:

What a terrible future!

……

"Yes."

"I am Shiroichiro's son, Saiba Chaoyang."

Things have come to this point, Cai Bo Chaoyang naturally has no intention of hiding his identity.

"Ok?"

"Are you Shiroichiro's son?"

Dojima Gin was stunned.

Although he vaguely guessed that Chaoyang in front of him was related to Chengichiro, he never thought that the two were actually father and son?

Isn’t Shiroichiro’s son Soma Yukihira?

Could it be that he has another son?

"To be precise, I'm just his adopted son." Cai Bo said, looking towards the sun.

"I was originally an orphan from an orphanage in America. When I was a few years old, Ichiro Saiba came to my children's welfare home for work and cooked for us orphans."

“That time, I met him and he helped me a lot.”

"Under his influence, my talent was gradually discovered and I successfully became a chef!"

"later."

"To express my gratitude to him, I proposed to take the same last name as him."

"I can say that after I was successfully adopted by him and my last name was changed to Caibo, I have been proud of the last name Caibo for the rest of my life."

"However, after that, he left America due to some work matters."

After hearing this, Dojima Gin's eyes flashed with disbelief, as if he could not accept this sudden fact.

But then, his expression gradually turned helpless. Shiroichiro, the man he once thought was just out of reach, had now personally trained a monster that was a hundred times, or even a thousand times, more terrifying than him.

He clenched his fists and felt the pain at his fingertips.

Ah!

Only then was I convinced.

I really am not dreaming!

He began to take deep breaths, trying to calm his complicated emotions.

He began to imagine various possible scenarios in the future, and each imagination made him feel nervous, desperate, and a little bit expectant. He began to imagine various possible scenarios in the future, and each imagination made him feel nervous and excited.

He knew that the era of himself, Shiroichiro and Nakamura Ji was finally over.

And his life.

No, not to mention him, even all the chefs from the old era like him will undergo earth-shaking changes!

And as a new era is approaching, is he ready to meet this new challenge?

at this time.

He actually felt an unprecedented pressure and motivation.

He understood that the identity of the CEO of Totsuki Resort, or the strongest monster in Totsuki's history, would eventually become a symbol, a label.

Indeed, he wanted to stand out, challenge the late-night cooks, and try to change something with his own power.

but!

In the end, he himself was unable to carry the weight of this era.

Thinking of this, he could only take a deep breath, with a determined light flashing in his eyes: "Jiuichiro, since you also want to disrupt this era, then I, Dojima Gin, will naturally have the courage to embark on this new journey!"

After that, the expression on his face gradually changed to anticipation: "Haha, Zhang Fan, in the tide of the times, what choice will you make?"

……

"According to the rules of Shokugeki."

"This Shino's restaurant will be declared bankrupt and closed immediately and is not allowed to continue operating!"

"Also, Senior Yin."

"I will also confiscate your kitchen knife."

Saiba Chaoyang said lightly, looking at Dojima Gin, whose expression was always full of struggle.

To be honest, being able to compete in a cooking competition with someone of the same generation as Shiroichiro is an opportunity that he would never get even in his dreams.

Especially this Dojima Gin, he is the graduate with the highest score in the history of Totsuki, which directly proves his talent and strength in cooking.

Although during his student days, his record against Shiroichiro was 101 losses and 20 wins, with more losses than wins.

But it is enough to explain:

he!

Very strong indeed!

And can take this opportunity to successfully defeat him.

Then he took his kitchen knife and absorbed his abilities. This was of course a happy thing for Cai Bo Chaoyang.

This means that he has now successfully absorbed the abilities of three of the former Ten Great Masters of Totsuki, namely:

Kojiro Shinomiya!

Dojima Gin!

Yukihira Joichiro!

"It seems that my time as a late-night cook is finally coming!"

In the end, after getting Dojima Gin's kitchen knife, Saiba Chaoyang, whose confidence swelled, couldn't help but burst into laughter.

……

now.

In the izakaya, in Zhang Fan’s dormitory.

Zhang Fan woke up in a daze, and felt that his whole body was held in someone's arms. It was so comfortable that he didn't want to move at all!

I remember that last night, after the pub closed, he drank some wine and then fell asleep in a daze.

Logically speaking.

There should be nothing around you.

Thinking of this, Zhang Fan, who was somewhat confused, suddenly felt a wakeup call, and his dizzy head instantly became clear!

boom!

boom!

boom!

Listening carefully, I could actually hear a faint heartbeat.

And there was also a strange female scent filling his nose, which also had a faint body fragrance. It was obvious that this was a warm embrace from a woman.

Ok?

How is this going?

Why would Kikuchi Engo sleep with me?

Zhang Fan couldn't help but understand something immediately, and he wanted to gently push away Mu Jiuchi Yuanguo next to him!

As a result, Yuan Guo, who was holding him, suddenly muttered something, put her arms around his back, hugged him tightly from behind and leaned into his arms!

"Damn it!"

Zhang Fan trembled all over.

He wanted to suddenly stand up and push Kikuchi Enko away, but he was afraid that the big movement would wake her up.

So, helplessly, he could only maintain the status quo, and then his thoughts gradually drifted to last night, yes, that dark and windy night!

……

It's a starry winter night, and a little cold.

But after the izakaya closed, the sky suddenly became overcast with dark clouds, lightning and thunder, and heavy rain poured down, and the temperature suddenly became very cool.

Mujichi Engo was sitting on the balcony, quietly watching the heavy rain outside.

at this time.

It is late at night.

Homesickness arises on rainy nights. In such a rainy night, people always feel a little sad.

Kikuchi Enka's mood is even more complicated. Her Shunka-tei restaurant has gone bankrupt, and she can only live in an izakaya as a kitchen helper. From now on, where should she go and what should she do?

She was completely overwhelmed and scared!

Finally, she sighed softly, picked up the bottle of wine on the table and took two gulps.

This wine is a strong liquor brewed by Zhang Fan himself. It has a deep color, just like the stars in the night sky. Under the moonlight, it is faintly shining with an alluring glow.

When poured into the cup, the rich aroma hits you.

It's like the sound of pine trees in an ancient forest, or the rich fragrance of a tropical orchard.

Just move the tip of your nose.

Just take a sip and you will be immersed in it.

Moreover, tasting this liquor is like riding a wild horse.

When you first take a sip, it's like a ball of fire, burning from the tip of your tongue all the way to your heart. That stimulation and heat makes your heart beat faster and your blood boil. Then, this heat gradually spreads in your chest, bringing you an indescribable feeling of pleasure!

"call!"

“It feels so good.”

"I didn't expect that the izakaya would have such a high concentration of liquor."

With a fiery smell of alcohol on his breath, Mukuchi Enka said excitedly.

……

I used to be a kitchen helper in a pub.

Mu Jiuzhiyuan Fruit Garden always goes straight back to Chunguo Pavilion after finishing his work, even before closing time!

Then, every time after taking a shower, she would go to the balcony on the second floor and wait quietly for Zhang Fan next door.

Yes.

Almost every night.

Zhang Fan would habitually sit on the second-floor balcony and daydream for a while.

At that time, Kikuchi Engo didn't know why he always behaved like this?

But being able to look at him from such a close distance was actually an inexplicable enjoyment for her who was physically and mentally exhausted.

Until today.

She is here at the izakaya by herself.

Just like Zhang Fan, I stood on the balcony and looked at the night view, then I understood!

Sometimes, she would doubt whether she was dreaming, a very real dream. Maybe since Zhang Fan began to enter her field of vision, her life has become very unreal and unreal?

Moreover, whenever Mu Jiuzhi looked up at the vast starry sky, he always had a feeling of insignificance.

once.

She is a graduate of Totsuki.

once.

She is a gifted daughter of heaven.

once.

She is also a one-star restaurant chef recognized by the WGO gourmet organization.

But now, he is just a defeated general.

She stretched out her hand, as if trying to catch all the stars in the sky, and suddenly a familiar fragrance drifted over with the night wind.

This made her quickly put down her hand, and when she turned around, she saw Zhang Fan looking at her with a faint smile.

……

"what!"

"It almost scared me."

"Zhang Fan, why are you walking without making any sound?"

Mu Jiuzhi Yuanguo, his heart pounding, said to Zhang Fan in a bad mood.

"Kujiuzhi, can't you sleep?"

Zhang Fan stood beside her with a smile, also looking up at the night view of the sky. He knew that Mu Jiuzhi would definitely be depressed because of the bankruptcy of Chunguoting Restaurant.

"Ok!"

"Of course I couldn't sleep after something like that happened."

Mu Jiuzhi said with a distressed look on his face.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Fan simply picked up the bottle of strong wine next to him and poured himself a glass. He paused and smiled, "Do you need my help?"

"I can help you defeat the late-night cooks and take back the management rights of Chun Guoting Restaurant from them!"

"No!"

"not worth it."

"I...I don't deserve this."

Unexpectedly, Mujiuzhi Yuanguo immediately shook his head, refused and said: "In this matter, I am not as skilled as others."

"So I...even though I am a little unwilling and a little uncomfortable, I definitely don't want to return to the Spring Fruit Pavilion!"

"not to mention."

"Even if you rely on your strength, take back this restaurant."

"What's the use?"

"If I don't hone my cooking skills and have the determination to fight to the death, Chun Guo Ting will close down again sooner or later."

"Besides, I…I don't want to take any risks because of you."

"I don't want to implicate you because of my personal affairs!"

……

"Ah!"

"You are just like Tadokoro Megumi."

"Always think and consider things from other people's perspectives."

Zhang Fan heard this and could only chuckle.

"In fact, even if you say so, even if you don't want to implicate me, there is no way I can get away with it unscathed from this incident!"

Zhang Fan drank the wine in the glass and stared at Mu Jiuzhi Enguo with burning eyes. Mu Jiuzhi Enguo's hand holding the wine glass trembled and his thoughts became confused.