Liu Xi and Liu Jian naturally knew Zhang Yan. They also knew his temper. Therefore, when they heard his words, they answered, "Naturally, we are here to exchange culinary skills with Head Chef Yuan."
"Exchanging culinary skills is naturally good. But don't think too much about other things," Zhang Yan said cautiously.
"If there's anything, just tell me, Yuan. My words still count," Zhang Yan turned his head and looked at Yuan Zhou warmly.
"Don't worry, Chairman Zhang. We are indeed here to exchange culinary skills. What can I do for you?" Yuan Zhou said helplessly.
"I am also here to exchange culinary skills. I heard about the exchange of Shandong Cuisine between Old Zhou and Chairman Zhou. Therefore, I came here to recommend myself," Zhang Yan had originally wanted to call Zhou Shijie old man. But when he thought of the presence of outsiders, he changed the way he addressed him.
"Chairman Zhang, first come, first served. This time, we came first," Liu Jian said with a frown.
"That's right. Chairman Zhang, you can't monopolize Head Chef Yuan," Liu Xi nodded and said.
"I didn't say you can't stay. I said I want to join," Zhang Yan said grumpily.
"That's good. But Chairman Zhang, aren't you good at Sichuan Cuisine? I remember that Yuan's Sichuan Cuisine has already reached the master level," Liu Xi said, jabbing at Zhang Yan.
It couldn't be helped. Zhang Yan was guarding against him and his brother, Liu Jian, as if he was guarding against a thief. That was truly displeasing.
Although Liu Xi had indeed thought of poaching Yuan Zhou to go to Gui Province, he hadn't said it out loud yet.
"Which of the dishes on Yuan's list isn't at the master level?" Zhang Yan rolled his eyes and said.
"…" Liu Xi.
"…" Liu Jian.
As for Yuan Zhou, he remained calm and did not say anything.
"Alright. Let's talk about your matters later. I have something important to discuss with Yuan," Zhang Yan waved his hand and turned to look at Yuan Zhou.
"Chairman Zhang, please go ahead," Yuan Zhou said.
"Here's the thing. Since it's an exchange, our exchange should be the same as the Sword Competition on Mount Hua. I want to record a video and use it as an internal exchange. What do you think, Yuan? "Zhang Yan looked at Yuan Zhou and asked.
Zhang Yan added, "It'll be good for the juniors to see.
Yuan Zhou thought about it seriously and didn't answer her immediately. After all, he only regarded himself as a chef in his heart.
"Little Yuan, consider it carefully. Don't mind it too much. I'm just giving you a suggestion," Zhang Yan said.
"It's mainly because you don't like to give lectures. That's why I came up with this idea. Whether it succeeds or not will depend on you," Zhang Yan explained, fearing that Yuan Zhou would overthink it.
There was no one else who placed such importance on him.
"Thank you, Chairman Zhang. I will think about it seriously." Yuan Zhou shook his head, indicating that he didn't think too much about it and then said earnestly.
"Okay. Think about it." Zhang Yan nodded his head.
While Zhang Yan and Yuan Zhou were quite harmonious, Liu Jian and Liu Xi were not happy.
"Chairman Zhang, did you forget that we are also in the exchange?" Liu Xi said discontentedly.
"That's right. Chairman Zhang, don't you think you should ask for our opinion?" Liu Jian also said.
Due to Zhang Yan's disregard, Liu Xi and Liu Jian looked terrible.
When Zhang Yan heard that, he really wanted to say that he didn't care about their opinion and they could leave if they didn't want to.
"Don't think I don't know you two want to poach him." Zhang Yan said inwardly.
When he turned to look at Yuan Zhou, however, Zhang Yan swallowed his words. Everyone wanted to have a bite of Tripitaka.
"If Yuan doesn't agree, I won't be able to film you," Zhang Yan said calmly.
Zhang Yan didn't show any kindness to the two who intended to poach his Sichuan Cuisine.
Before the two got angry, Zhang Yan continued, "If Yuan agrees, I will give you a copy of the video."
"Wrong. Two copies. One for each of us." Liu Jian shook his head and said.
"Um. Two copies." Zhang Yan nodded his head.
Hearing Zhang Yan agree, Liu Xi and Liu Jian became quiet. Now, they just waited for Yuan Zhou's answer.
Honestly speaking, it wasn't that Liu Jian and Liu Xi were easy to coax. It was just that Zhang Yan had grasped their weak points.
As masters, apart from the pursuit of culinary skills, they naturally wanted to cultivate more excellent chefs for the cuisine they were working for and their successors.
Even if some of them didn't accept disciples due to their personalities, they still didn't want to accept disciples.
Even so, they still wanted to pass down their culinary skills. It was like an instinct to them.
As for the exchange between masters like them, they were quite happy to see such a video spread among the chefs.
Therefore, they agreed as soon as Zhang Yan said so.
Now, it depended on whether Yuan Zhou agreed or not. However, they were the same as Zhang Yan. It would be best if Yuan Zhou agreed. Otherwise, they didn't have to worry about it.
Originally, they would have benefited a lot from the exchange.
After thinking about it seriously, Yuan Zhou nodded his head and said, "Chairman Zhang, I agree. But don't disturb our conversation."
"Don't worry. It will definitely not disturb you. Just make it look like a meeting," Zhang Yan said happily.
"Okay." Yuan Zhou nodded his head.
"Then I will make a call and ask the person to come in," Zhang Yan said as he took out his phone.
Zhang Yan was very fast. He hung up the phone after saying a few words. At this time, only Liu Xi, Liu Jian, and Zhang Yan were left at the table.
Because Yuan Zhou went to get a cup for Zhang Yan.
"Did you know that Head Chef Yuan would agree?" Liu Xi asked.
"No, I didn't." Zhang Yan shook his head.
"Then why did you ask him to wait outside?" Liu Jian pointed at the young man carrying the video camera.
He wasn't waiting at the door. Otherwise, how could he have walked in right after Zhang Yan hung up the phone?
"Yes. If Yuan agrees, he can come in. If not, he can go back," Zhang Yan said calmly.
From the very start, Zhang Yan had never thought of telling Yuan Zhou that the person filming was right outside the door to achieve his goal.
For Yuan Zhou, Zhang Yan treated Zhang Yan as his peer. But because of their age, Zhang Yan felt protective towards Yuan Zhou.
Therefore, both Zhang Yan and Zhou Shijie did things according to Yuan Zhou's habits and wishes.
For example, Zhang Yan did things out of respect for the master while Zhou Shijie did things for him.
The two of them understood what Zhang Yan was trying to do, so they said sincerely.
"You are awesome, Chairman Zhang," Liu Xi said seriously.
"Indeed," Liu Jian nodded.
Through the video chat, the future chefs of Yungui, Sichuan and Guizhou would live under the shadow of Yuan Zhou.
Just like his friends living under the shadow of Zhou Shuren.
One could imagine what the meaning of Chef Yuan's Ladle Tossing was and what kind of thoughts it represented …
At this time, Yuan Zhou returned the cleaned cups to the table.
"Chairman Zhang, your cup." Yuan Zhou placed the cup in front of Zhang Yan.
"Thank you, Yuan. Let's start," Zhang Yan said directly without introducing the inconspicuous cameraman.
"Yes, let's start," Liu Jian and Liu Xi nodded at the same time.
"Okay. Let's continue with the Yunnan Cuisine," Yuan Zhou said.
"In other words, we have gathered all the cuisines of Yungui, Sichuan and Guizhou," Zhang Yan said with a smile.
"Yeah, but we are not as good as Head Chef Yuan. Not only does he know all the cuisines of the three provinces, but he is also improving," Liu Jian sighed.
"Haha, that's true. But Yuan is from Sichuan and he is from Chengdu," Zhang Yan said proudly.
What could Yuan Zhou do with Zhang Yan's bragging? Of course, he could only let him say whatever he wanted.
However, Zhang Yan always had a sense of propriety. After he finished bragging, he started talking about the real business.
The exchange of cuisines of the three provinces officially began …
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