Gourmet: Twins' Father and Chef of the Kindergarten

Chapter 602: Chapter 508: With Chef Huang Here, Opening a Branch School Is Only a Matter of Time

After wrapping up her work, Liu Suyu stood at her office door, glanced furtively left and right, and wanted to ensure no one was around so she could sneak into the kitchen to lend Huang Jun a hand.

Hmm!

To be more precise...

She wanted to see if Huang Jun’s braised chicken was ready?

And maybe sneak a taste!

"Well... As the procurement manager, isn’t it natural to supervise the kitchen’s progress? Isn’t it my duty to care about the cooking status? Why sneak around like a thief?"

Realizing her behavior didn’t fit her role as procurement manager, Liu Suyu quickly straightened her posture, tidied her suit, and her usual confidence and composure instantly returned.

She took big strides and walked briskly down the stairs.

The waves on her chest struggled against gravity, violently fluctuating with her hurried steps.

Just as she crossed the threshold of the office building...

A tempting aroma wafted in with the wind, instantly enveloping her nose, prompting her to take a deep breath, indulging in this mouthwatering delight.

Hmm!

So fragrant!

She couldn’t get enough of the scent!

After a moment’s immersion, her eyes sparkled with anticipation, and she murmured to herself, "It seems Huang Jun’s braised chicken is about to be served; coming early is not as good as arriving in time, now I will have a treat..."

Braised chicken, here I come...

She felt delighted inside but maintained a cool and reserved expression while her pace quickened involuntarily.

In a flash.

Her silhouette quietly appeared at the kitchen door.

She gently pushed the door open, and an even richer fragrance greeted her, instantly invigorating her spirits.

Taking a step inside the kitchen...

She promptly got into character, instinctively donned proper attire and performed necessary sanitation procedures, before entering the cooking area.

At this moment, inside the cooking area, Aunt Li and others were gathered around Huang Jun, their eyes fixed on the dish in his hands, almost overflowing with expectation and longing, completely unaware of her presence.

This quiet atmosphere made her feel a slight awkwardness.

Well~

Since no one noticed her arrival, she had to actively break the silence.

She smiled and greeted Huang Jun, "Chef Huang..."

"Manager Liu is here..."

Upon hearing the voice, Huang Jun immediately guessed the identity of the visitor; he responded while raising his head and gave Liu Suyu a gentle smile, nodding slightly.

Liu Suyu returned the smile, her lips curling into a captivating arc, feigning relaxed: "I came to see if there’s anything I can help with."

This sounded to everyone like a poorly-hidden secret, with the air tinged with a subtle amusement.

Aunt Li cheerfully joked, "Manager Liu, your timing is impeccable; the food has just come off the stove, afraid there’s no work for you, however, we’re short of a professional gourmet taster, could you endure and test the taste for us?"

Uh... This clearly implies Liu Suyu came for a free meal!

Liu Suyu caught onto Aunt Li’s implications, a faint blush rising on her cold face.

Since her intentions were entirely seen through, Liu Suyu flashed a broad smile, calmly responding: "Aunt Li, you’re truly discerning, no subtle thoughts escape your keen eyes. To be honest, I indeed came to appraise the taste, to witness if Chef Huang’s craftsmanship is still sensational, and meets the high standards of our Dorami Kindergarten for food quality. But, I believe with Chef Huang’s exquisite culinary skills, today’s braised chicken and rice won’t let me down."

"Chef Huang’s skill, well, that’s indisputable; who in the whole kindergarten doesn’t praise him?"

Aunt Li beamed proudly, then looked over at the busy Huang Jun and said, "Chef Huang, am I right? Your braised chicken rice today must be incredibly delicious, making Manager Liu sing praises!"

Hearing Aunt Li’s words, Huang Jun continued his actions, yet the corner of his mouth curled into a humble smile: "Aunt Li, don’t flatter me, or I’ll float to the skies. However, regarding this braised chicken rice, I’ve put quite the effort into it, from material selection to cooking, every step striving for perfection. Since Manager Liu personally comes for the tasting, I must offer my utmost sincerity, ensuring you eat with satisfaction."

"Alright!"

Liu Suyu gracefully nodded her head, the smile on her lips deepening, eagerly asking: "So, Chef Huang, may I have a taste now?"

"Of course you can!"

Huang Jun readily agreed, while carefully ladling the remaining braised chicken into a bowl, bringing it out of the kitchen, warmly inviting everyone: "Folks, don’t just stand there, come and have a taste first! We still have work to do later!"

"Alrighty, then we humbly accept!"

Everyone echoed in agreement, the atmosphere jovial and harmonious.

Lv Pengfei, being straightforward, cheerfully said, "I’ll go get some rice!"

With that, he skillfully took a small bowl, and ladled several spoonfuls of glistening, distinct grains of rice into the bowl until it was full but not overflowing.

Then he quickly stepped back to the braised chicken bowl, using a spoon to scoop up two large pieces of chicken, placing them atop the rice.

This scene was true to the saying that "everything can be a topping," although not the traditional way to eat braised chicken rice, transforming it into a rice-topped bowl form carried a unique flair.

With this pairing, the thick and rich sauce from the braised chicken would slowly seep into every crevice of the rice, letting the rice absorb the essence of the sauce, the texture distinct, making it even more delightful and flavorful.