"No wonder. No wonder there's such a pure fragrance of the tofu pudding. Even the tiniest impurities are eliminated, even if others can't smell it." Zhou Shijie was as shocked as he was on the surface.
"It's simple and goes straight to the point, sharp and effective," Lu Xian commented.
Yuan Zhou appeared quite natural and didn't feel proud of being praised at all.
Looking at Yuan Zhou's expression, however, Zhou Shijie suddenly thought of the little trick he mentioned just now. Not to mention Zhou Shijie, even Lu Xian was speechless.
"We old guys have never thought of this little trick, but you did. What a clever idea," Lu Xian sighed with emotion.
"Don't listen to him. What a little trick. It's not easy to make that knife, let alone others," Zhou Shijie pointed at the bean pole knife in Yuan Zhou's hand and said affirmatively.
"That's true. To make this thing smooth and delicate without damaging the tofu pudding and still be able to cut, it indeed requires a lot of effort." Lu Xian nodded his head earnestly.
Just like that, the two of them discussed some ways to make the bean pole knife.
Yuan Zhou just stood at the side quietly and didn't interrupt them. He just quietly listened to others' praises, which was a good virtue.
Just after a while, Zhou Shijie said to Yuan Zhou again, "Your tofu pudding is different from Master Shi's. It's totally different. There's no need to compare them."
"Yes, there's no comparison. It's like comparing the deliciousness of a dish of Braised Pork with Soy Sauce and Shiitake Mushroom Greens. Obviously, they are two different dishes and can't be compared at all." Lu Xian nodded his head approvingly.
"Master Shi is really awesome," Yuan Zhou said solemnly.
"Yes. He has always been awesome and loves to study everything. The Spring Water Tofu Pudding is also one of his specialties. Otherwise, he wouldn't be called the Head of Sichuan Cuisine." Lu Xian nodded his head.
"My craftsmanship can still be improved," Yuan Zhou suddenly said.
Zhou Shijie was stupefied at first and then agreed, "Of course. You are still young and naturally can improve further."
On the other hand, Lu Xian, who was at the side, was very surprised. As an extreme foodie, he had seen all the dishes in the restaurant.
Whether it was Yuan Zhou's cooking technique, his pursuit of detail, his unique handling of ingredients, or Dengfeng's knife skills, he was already so good. How could he improve?
Lu Xian looked at Zhou Shijie in shock and puzzlement. His face clearly said, "Are you blind? How can there be any room for improvement?"
That's right. In Lu Xian's opinion, Yuan Zhou's culinary skills were so perfect that he could even write a book to teach others. To put it bluntly, even Zhou Shijie himself was only slightly more knowledgeable than Yuan Zhou. After all, he had lived longer than Yuan Zhou. As for his culinary skills, he was still not as good.
Of course, Zhou Shijie's old age played a part in this.
"Yes." Yuan Zhou nodded seriously.
At the side, Zhou Shijie also had a gratified look on his face, directly ignoring the strange expression on Lu Xian's face.
"Okay. I will leave with this old guy first." Zhou Shijie actually said goodbye.
"See you next time, Little Boss Yuan." Lu Xian was very polite to Yuan Zhou. After all, they might meet often in the future.
Lu Xian planned to come here often for meals.
"See you next time." Yuan Zhou watched them walk out of the restaurant.
However, as soon as they walked out of the restaurant, Lu Xian immediately said, "You old guy, your words are simply misleading. That Little Boss Yuan's culinary skills are so good, yet he still needs to improve. That's impossible."
"I think your culinary skills are only at this level. How can you say that he can still improve? Aren't you ashamed?" Lu Xian paused for a while and then said.
"No, no, no. You don't understand. Yuan Zhou is a person with untapped potential. He makes progress every time, whether it is his knife skills or his culinary skills." Zhou Shijie said with an unfathomable expression, "When evaluating a person, the most horrifying thing is not how great he is, but that his potential is still untapped even when he is already at the peak."
"I heard that he has only become famous in the past one or two years. So he must have worked hard before. It's natural for him to improve so fast now. If this period of time passes, it won't be good for him." Lu Xian guessed naturally.
"Don't you understand that?" Lu Xian knitted his brows and looked at Zhou Shijie.
"No, no, no. You don't understand him. You will understand after you go there for a few more times. He is very devoted to culinary skills. Maybe his culinary skills will really reach the sky in the future." Zhou Shijie revealed a look of certainty.
"Let's go there tomorrow." Lu Xian no longer doubted and prepared to experience it personally. Would he reach the sky and stand shoulder to shoulder with the sun?
The two of them talked while walking. At that time, the people in the pub also started drinking happily while Yuan Zhou tidied up the restaurant.
Suddenly, the system uttered.
"You said there's a reward?" Yuan Zhou slightly knitted his brows and asked inwardly.
The system displayed, "Yes. Since the host has comprehended the perfect Spring Water Tofu Pudding by himself, the reward is hereby given."
"What reward?" As soon as Yuan Zhou heard of the special reward, he immediately became vigilant.
The system displayed, "Host, you will know after receiving it."
"Can't I know in advance?" Thinking of the bloody pit in front of him, Yuan Zhou hesitated whether to receive it or not.
The main reason was that the system tricked him while at the same time, it also rewarded him with good stuff.
The system displayed, "Host, your level isn't high enough. Please work hard to level up."
"I'm now an intermediate chef. Then what level can I know the reward in advance?" An idea flashed across Yuan Zhou's mind and he changed his way of asking.
The system displayed, "You can be a high-level chef or get a special reward."
"I see." Yuan Zhou became more confident in his heart.
The system displayed, "Host, please receive the reward."
"Since I can know the reward in advance when I'm a high-level chef, I won't receive it this time." Yuan Zhou said naturally.
The system was a little speechless and didn't answer him.
This time, however, the system seemed to have become smarter. It didn't urge Yuan Zhou, but the golden word "reward" still hung in Yuan Zhou's mind.
He could almost see it as long as he closed his eyes. It was an obvious temptation for Yuan Zhou to receive it.
"I'd better learn the remaining Chengdu School of Sichuan Cuisine first. It's more reliable." Yuan Zhou muttered to himself.
It took Yuan Zhou quite a while to tidy up the dishes. However, the system was quite calm and didn't seem to be in a hurry at all.
Then, Yuan Zhou became a little puzzled.
"Isn't it a trap this time?" Yuan Zhou asked with puzzlement.
Previously, when Yuan Zhou improved a dish, the system gave him a reward. At the same time, it also tricked Yuan Zhou. At that time, the system tried its best to force Yuan Zhou to receive the reward.
Even the time limit for receiving the reward was given. But this time, it seemed to be much quieter and didn't seem to be in a hurry. That made Yuan Zhou puzzled.
"Why don't I give it a try?" Yuan Zhou's pursuit of rewards and culinary skills had been getting higher and higher. Therefore, it was hard for him to refuse the reward from the system.
"System, I can receive the reward now." Yuan Zhou said inwardly.
The system displayed, "The reward has been released. Host, you can check it by yourself."
"It's really straightforward. I wonder what exactly the reward is." Yuan Zhou was both excited and expectant. Of course, he was also a little cautious.
"Holy sh * t. System, you are really a trap again." Yuan Zhou tapped open the reward and immediately roared.
On the reward, it was written,
[Hidden Mission] Develop the most extreme taste of the dishes by yourself. (Completed)
(Mission Description: The host needs to recognize the shortcomings of the dishes by himself and then correct them. Only in this way can the host have the demeanor of a great culinary master. Young man, I have high hopes for you. Come on.)
[Surprise Reward] A gourmet tour (Received)
(Reward tips: The pursuit of delicacies has no boundaries. Young man, go out for a tour and enjoy the delicacies of foreign countries. The system will take care of your accommodation.)
It seemed that there was no problem with the reward and he could even travel for free. However, it depended on the destination. That was the reason why Yuan Zhou looked up and sighed.
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