"That's normal, after all, it was when you were a baby. It's just that I never expected the little baby in swaddling clothes back then to now be able to surpass everyone and win first place in the world-class BLUE competition.
Your strength, even if placed in our Oriental Academy, would definitely reach the top ten of the Oriental Cuisine List.
Totsuki Academy and our Oriental Academy have been connected by the same spirit since ancient times, forming a very strong alliance. Now that you've shown your potential and have been noticed by the high-level officials of our Oriental Academy, I wonder if you would be willing to come to our side for further study?"
Looking at Hoshino Sora's face, Mr. Li's expression was full of satisfaction. He was indeed Hoshino Tani Ren's son.
Although the other party's victory in the BLUE Champion was a bit opportunistic, using special ingredients, if he didn't have a certain level of fundamental skill, no matter how good the ingredients were, he wouldn't have been able to win.
Furthermore, using special ingredients requires extensive practice; otherwise, one would absolutely not be able to control its flavor, and forcing its cooking would only result in a dish that is neither here nor there.
This was also the reason why he valued Hoshino Sora so much. This guy not only had skill, but he could also bring back a large amount of special ingredients from the Gourmet Continent, which was also a kind of ability.
"Go to Oriental Academy? Hmm, I have no problem with that, but can I bring my friends along? They are all very talented chefs."
"As long as they can pass the entrance examination, you can bring as many people as you want. Of course, you don't need to take an additional examination, as you are a special recruit of mine."
Hearing Hoshino Sora's words, Mr. Li said with a smile. This was also doing the other party a favor. With his strength, he naturally didn't need to take another examination, but for others, getting into the school still had to follow the procedures.
"I understand. I'll tell them."
Nodding, Hoshino Sora agreed. Participating in the examination was within his expectations; it was the same in any school. However, he wasn't worried, because under his guidance, Alice Nakiri and the others had made very rapid progress!
The only one he was a bit worried about was Shinohiru Shiina. Although that girl had also made progress during this time, she had only reached the average level of a second-year student. Perhaps she had improved a bit more recently, but the extent was limited.
Never mind, no matter what, I must ensure my wives pass! If their level is a bit low, then we'll have special training! If one day isn't enough, then two days; if two days aren't enough, then a week; if a week isn't enough, then a month!
Anyway, there was still a long time until the end of summer vacation. He would reopen the Dimensional Restaurant tomorrow. Speaking of which, the reward for winning the BLUE Champion hadn't been issued yet.
Because he had been busy with male and female matters, and the matter of the Gourmet Continent had a great impact on him, he still hadn't entered the Gourmet Manor until now, so he naturally hadn't claimed the reward. He had originally planned to claim it after returning home, but no, he was delayed by something that came up.
"The specific enrollment time will be about a month from now. At that time, you all can return with us. For now, consider it a vacation. We will live here for a while and experience the local customs and traditions of Neon."
Exchanging glances with Senzaemon Nakiri, Mr. Li slowly began, after all, it was currently summer vacation, and Oriental Academy was also on holiday. As a top culinary academy, they had an exceptionally large number of holidays.
For no other reason than that students in the academy had to travel all over the world to participate in competitions. If there were too few holidays, there wouldn't be enough time, which was a unique characteristic of their school.
"Alright, that's all there is to it. I'm too lazy to say more. Nakitiri and I still have some things to discuss. You all may leave. Young people should interact more often, after all, you'll all be classmates in the future."
He raised his hand to dismiss them. Hoshino Sora and the others left the General Manager's office, then exited the office building together. As soon as they left the office building, Hoshino Sora was surrounded.
Feng Xuanya and Mo Huang blocked him in front, while Dragon BuFan, Mo Lang, and Lin Yidao blocked him to his left, right, and behind, perfectly cutting off his escape from all directions.
"It's almost noon. Why don't you, esteemed sir, fulfill your duties as a host and prepare us lunch? We are very curious about the culinary skills of the BLUE Champion!"
"Exactly, I didn't eat breakfast this morning, and now I'm starving."
With a hint of provocation in his voice, Lin Yidao spoke first, followed by Mo Huang chiming in from the front. It was clear they all wanted to witness the strength of Totsuki Academy's First Seat, the BLUE Champion.
"Sure, but it's quite sunny here. Let's go to the teaching building. There are dedicated cooking stations there, and there should be some leftover ingredients I can use."
Unexpectedly, Hoshino Sora readily agreed to their request. After all, for him, it was just a matter of cooking a meal. Thinking that he was about to go to Oriental Academy, he didn't intend to sour their relationship.
Conquering these geniuses was simple: cook a meal that would amaze and satisfy them. As long as his cooking skills met the standard, no one would intentionally make things difficult for him.
Hoshino Sora led the way, and soon the group arrived at Totsuki's teaching building area. They found an unlocked cooking room, turned on the lights, and walked inside.
------------------------
I've posted 70+ chapters in advance on Patreon.
Webnovel updates will still be daily, as usual.
It might not seem tempting right nobut who knows what the future holds?
[email protected]/TripleCrown
"And If you're enjoying it, drop a Power Stone for me!"