Gourmet: Twins' Father and Chef of the Kindergarten-Chapter 80 - 77: I Invite You to Dinner, and You Want to Poach My Head Chef!
Cai Qinyu realized that her stomach was a bit full. It was only when she lazily leaned back against the chair that she suddenly discovered she had eaten the entire plate of food clean, leaving not even a drop of soup.
Imagine that.
Since going to university, she had always consciously controlled her diet to maintain her figure, ensuring she only ate until she was seventy percent full, never breaking this rule.
But today, she broke this habit.
This feeling of overeating was so unfamiliar to Cai Qinyu that she couldn’t help but regret a little.
But the regret lasted only a second!
She concluded that getting to eat such delicious food today was absolutely worth it!
Especially the braised pork, which was like her dream meat!
It was so delicious!
Even better than her mom’s cooking!
At this moment, she even felt a bit thankful towards those leaders of the education bureau, for they were the ones who gave her the opportunity to taste such delicacies...
...
"Burp~"
Wan Zhenhong had eaten a huge plateful of food and added extra braised pork and corn with peas and shrimp, and then drank two big bowls of white radish bone soup...
Without realizing it, he had eaten himself into a food coma.
Only when his stomach felt impossibly stuffed did he finally relent and stop adding more food, now leaning back and releasing a satisfied burp.
However, the initially content and pleased expression on his face couldn’t help but reveal a hint of regret, as he sighed longingly, "Ah, I feel like I haven’t had enough...but my stomach is already too full."
Then, he genuinely exclaimed, "Today’s lunch was the best work meal I’ve had in years; it was really too delicious. Chef Huang’s skills are absolutely exceptional!"
Next to him, Xin Jinghui also ate quite a lot, and rested momentarily against the chair to ease the bloated feeling in his stomach.
Upon hearing Wan Zhenhong’s remark, he couldn’t help but nod in agreement.
Meanwhile, he also couldn’t help but express his own thoughts: "Indeed! Chef Huang’s skill is truly amazing! These may appear to be ordinary home-style dishes, yet the flavor is astoundingly good, lacking the typical taste of seasonings. All that remains is the flavor of the ingredients themselves and their freshness, making it irresistibly delicious."
"Ah, I really wish I could eat more, but alas, my stomach can’t take any more!"
After speaking, he regretfully patted his own stomach lightly.
Ah!
Just hated that his stomach wasn’t up to the task...
"Right, right! I wish I could eat more, but unfortunately, my strength doesn’t allow it!" Several colleagues from the preschool department all shook their heads in resignation.
Liang Yinqiu also felt incredibly full, and he remarked, "Not only you guys; I’ve eaten it for several days in a row, and I still feel the same way!"
"But the advantage is that I can continue to eat Chef Huang’s delicious meals every day, so the feeling isn’t as strong as yours."
As soon as he said that.
The education bureau leaders like Wan Zhenhong all exchanged glances, falling into a moment of silence.
They seriously suspected that Liang Yinqiu was blatantly showing off his good fortune, but they had no evidence.
For a brief moment, they suddenly envied Liang Yinqiu, envied that she worked here and could eat such tasty meals every day.
They especially admired Liang Yinqiu’s unique insight, believing she had a keen eye to hire someone as skillful as Huang Jun.
But when they thought about when they would ever again enjoy Huang Jun’s culinary expertise after this meal, they couldn’t help but feel a slight sense of loss.
Wan Zhenhong spoke almost unconsciously, "Director Liang, is your kindergarten canteen open to outsiders?"
However, as soon as the words left his mouth, he realized the absurdity of his question.
The kindergarten operates under closed management, with entry strictly limited to staff; so how could the canteen be open to the public?
But since the words were already said, there was no turning back, and Wan Zhenhong could only brace himself and continue, "Director Liang, I was just joking, of course the kindergarten canteen is for internal use only."
He coughed lightly to ease the awkward atmosphere.
Clearly.
In the depths of his heart, he still hoped Liang Yinqiu would make an exception for him, giving him the chance to enter the kindergarten someday during his free time to enjoy a meal cooked by Huang Jun, even if it was just to satisfy his craving.
Xin Jinghui and other leaders from the education bureau shared this desire.
Thus.
They eagerly focused their attention on Liang Yinqiu, hoping she would kindly consider giving them a satisfactory response.
Liang Yinqiu observed the leaders like Wan Zhenhong, who claimed it was merely a joke yet whose gaze revealed genuine yearning, leaving her momentarily speechless.
These old foxes... they’ve completely fallen for Huang Jun’s culinary skills!
Technically speaking, this group of education bureau leaders had already indirectly expressed their desires, and as the principal of Dorami Kindergarten, she should fulfill some of their requests.
But thinking about opening this precedent, allowing these leaders to savor benefits and frequent the kindergarten for meals, would significantly increase the workload inside.
If they were to publicize this meal affair within the education bureau, enticing others to come over to freeload meals, she’d be stuck with deciding whether to allow or not, wouldn’t she?
If allowed...
The kindergarten would need to host properly, even preparing extra ingredients for the kitchen, right?
This would undoubtedly augment the workload for the staff.
If denied...
She’d end up offending these leaders!
Given this.
It’d be best to snuff this situation out before it starts, abolishing their notions to prevent any future troubles.
Liang Yinqiu smiled and said, "Director Wan, you’re indeed joking; after all, this is a kindergarten canteen, not a university canteen..."
In other words.
It’s simply impossible to open to the public!
Although the education bureau leaders like Wan Zhenhong knew the answer, hearing Liang Yinqiu’s indirect response finally quelled their hopes completely.
After resting a bit, the group felt less full and stood up ready to leave.
Being so stuffed requires a moment to recover before you can stand!
Wan Zhenhong smiled at Liang Yinqiu and said, "Director Liang, thank you very much for hosting us. It’s getting late; we should head back and not disturb you further."
Liang Yinqiu responded with a smile, "You’re welcome, Director Wan, hope we have another opportunity to meet next time."
"Let me see you out..."
Wan Zhenhong waved it off, "Okay, but before that, I’d like to say a few words to your kindergarten’s Chef Huang."
"Sure!"
Liang Yinqiu had no suspicion, thinking that Wan Zhenhong just wanted to express his admiration for Huang Jun’s culinary skills. She cheerfully called Huang Jun over, "Chef Huang, could you come over; Director Wan wants to speak with you."
On receiving the summon, Huang Jun approached with a smile, "Director Wan, you wanted to see me?"
Wan Zhenhong nodded, then took out a business card from his pocket and gave it to Huang Jun, "Chef Huang, this is my card. Keep it, and if you’re ever interested in working in our education bureau canteen, feel free to contact me. Our doors are always open for you."
As soon as these words came out, the atmosphere around them instantly turned slightly odd.
Liang Yinqiu instantly lost her composure, her eyes nearly popped out, and her jaw almost dropped to the floor.
Director Wan, I had you over for a meal, and you’re trying to lure away my staff!
Oh, wait!
I had you over for a meal, and you’re eyeing my chef!
Oh my gosh!
Is this the year of darkness; why has the world turned so dark?
