Siheyuan, Kaiju replaced He Yuzhu as the chef

Under Director Li's arrangement, Lu Qing entered the kitchen and carefully checked the items in the kitchen.

Everything is available here, and the things he bought came in handy.

After confirming that there were no other problems, he began to prepare the ingredients, cutting and washing vegetables, working in an orderly manner.

Director Li came over halfway, took a look and left, never to be seen again.

With intermittent voices coming from outside the kitchen, it was obvious that the guests had arrived.

While we were busy, an auntie walked into the kitchen but showed no intention of helping.

There was obvious wariness and inquiry in her eyes, as well as a hint of arrogance.

It was almost noon when the old lady finally walked into the kitchen and asked arrogantly, "Hey, is the food ready? The guests are all at the table, waiting for your food, hurry up!"

Lu Qing glanced at her indifferently, holding the spoon, and said coldly: "It's almost done."

The old lady continued impatiently: "Hurry up, you will suffer the consequences if you neglect the guests." After saying that, she turned around and was about to leave.

Lu Qing said coldly: "A dog relying on the power of others!"

When the old lady heard this, she was stunned for a moment, and her face changed slightly: "You...what did you say?"

Lu Qing repeated bluntly: "The dog looks down on people!"

"How dare you scold me?" The old lady was so angry that her face turned blue. She didn't expect a cook would dare to speak to her like that.

"Why shouldn't I?" Lu Qing smiled calmly, with obvious contempt in his tone, "You are just a servant."

The old lady was shaking with anger, she felt that she had been with the Li family for many years and was no longer a servant. Lu Qing was just a cook who came to help temporarily, how dare he speak to her like this!

Lu Qing's eyes were cold: "If you want to have lunch smoothly, get out immediately!"

The old lady was furious. She pointed at him and said angrily, "You are so arrogant! Just wait and see, I will definitely not let you off the hook!"

Lu Qing put down the spoon and chuckled, "Since you are so capable, then you can cook. I'll watch from the side."

The old lady was so angry that her face turned blue. She was thinking about the identities of the distinguished guests that Director Li had invited to the banquet. These people were not people she could offend easily.

If she delayed the important person's lunch, the consequences would be disastrous and Director Li would definitely not let her off easily.

"You... why don't you cook quickly? Aren't you afraid of being blamed by Director Li?" The old aunt's momentum gradually weakened, but she was still unwilling.

Lu Qing was not in a hurry and smiled faintly: "What do I have to be afraid of? But you, when Director Li asks about it later, do you think he will blame you?"

The old lady was stunned for a moment, her face changing from gloomy to bright. She knew she was at a disadvantage, hesitated for a moment, and finally gritted her teeth and said, "Don't mess around."

Lu Qing looked at her with a cold tone: "Apologize! Correct your attitude and make me feel better. I might forgive you."

The old lady's face was pale and blue, and she was furious, but the important thing right now was not to delay lunch.

She suppressed her anger and whispered, "Okay, I apologize. It was my fault. I shouldn't have ordered you around."

Seeing her unwilling look, Lu Qing finally felt relieved. He picked up the spoon again and continued cooking.

The old lady standing nearby felt a little relieved as she watched him perform his skillful movements.

But thinking back to what happened just now, she became more and more depressed.

Isn't this guy just a cook? No matter how arrogant he is, he is still doing the job of serving others. What's so great about that?

This time, Lu Qing finally saw clearly that although the cook had a certain status in the cafeteria, this recognition was limited to that small circle.

People in the cafeteria would naturally praise the food he cooked, but outside, the status of a cook was obviously not as good as that of a technical worker, especially an eighth-level fitter like Yi Zhonghai, or a highly respected doctor.

Cooking skills are important, but they do not seem to be enough to earn him enough respect in a larger environment.

He felt it necessary to start considering his future development direction: should he continue to rely on cooking skills, or learn other skills?

For him, these are not difficult problems, it just depends on how he chooses.

At the same time, Director Li was warmly greeting today's distinguished guest, Song Xicheng.

This important man was over sixty years old and had a calm temperament. Just by sitting there, he attracted everyone's attention and looked particularly eye-catching.

Director Li said with a big smile on his face: "Mr. Song, it is really a great honor for us to have you visit my humble home today. Let me offer you a toast first."

Song Xicheng smiled and waved his hand, saying, "No need to be so polite."

Director Li continued to flatter, "It is my honor to meet someone like you, Mr. Song."

However, Song Xicheng was somewhat dissatisfied.

He was not very interested in this kind of flattery in official circles, as he thought it was false and artificial.

But at this moment, a fragrance wafted over and instantly attracted his attention.

Aunt Xu came over with a plate of food, a bright smile on her face.

Although she had looked down on Lu Qing before, after seeing these dishes, she couldn't help but look at him differently.

It seems that the boy really has some skills.

Director Li saw that Song Xicheng was interested in the dishes and quickly said, "This is the chef I specially invited. I hope Mr. Song will like it."

Song Xicheng picked up the chopsticks, picked up a piece of meat and put it in his mouth.

The meat slices are tender and not dry, and the sauce covering them is delicious and tasty, leaving you with an endless aftertaste.

He had eaten a lot of good food, but this was the first time he had encountered a dish that was neither extravagant nor simple.

This dish perfectly combines the sophistication of a grand meal with the simplicity of a simple dish.

"Yes, this dish is good!" Song Xicheng couldn't help but praise.

Director Li smiled and took a piece to taste. He had to admit that Lu Qing's cooking skills were indeed extraordinary. At this moment, he also lamented that he had invited the right person.

After a while, the second dish was served - a plate of twice-cooked pork.

The aroma of garlic sprouts and fresh meat intertwined together, instantly arousing everyone's appetite.

Song Xicheng took a bite and praised again: "This twice-cooked pork tastes really good! The chef you hired is really good."

"Yes, I invited you here specially." Director Li replied with a smile.

"What's his name?" Song Xicheng asked.

Director Li hesitated for a moment before answering, "Lu Qing."

"Never heard of it." Song Xicheng frowned slightly, obviously unfamiliar with the name.

Director Li explained: "He just graduated and has never cooked for outsiders before."

Song Xicheng suddenly realized what was going on and continued to eat with relish.

Seeing Song Xicheng eating so happily, Director Li finally breathed a sigh of relief and felt much more relaxed.

Song Xicheng put down his chopsticks, pointed at the dishes on the table, and said with satisfaction: "Today's meal is the happiest I've ever had. I'm a little curious and want to get to know this chef. Go call him over, I want to meet him."