Gourmet: Twins' Father and Chef of the Kindergarten-Chapter 85 - 82: Lottery Draw!

"Oh... today is a good day, everything you wish for can come true, today is a good day, opening the door and welcoming the spring breeze..."

Huang Jun walked out of the director’s office, feeling cheerful as he descended the steps, unable to resist humming a lively tune.

He wanted to share this joy with his two adorable daughters.

But alas...

The once bustling playground had now become eerily quiet.

Not a single person in sight!

As for where those noisy little kids went?

Even if he thought with his toes, he could guess the answer.

Surely, they were taken by their respective teachers back to the classroom for a nap!

Listen...

The teaching building is filled with the constant, overlapping sounds of children chattering!

However, compared to a few days ago, things are a lot better now.

At least those annoying cries haven’t appeared again.

Huang Jun stood on the playground, gazing in the direction of Little Class (4)’s classroom, before slowly retracting his gaze after a while.

"Looks like I’ll have to wait until after school to share this joy with my two darlings." He murmured to himself: "Hopefully, when the two little ones nap, they’ll sleep soundly and have sweet dreams."

Thinking of his two daughters’ innocent and adorable faces, a tender smile involuntarily appeared on Huang Jun’s lips, his eyes filled with endless love.

With this warmth in his heart, he hummed softly, his steps light as he headed towards the kitchen.

...

In the office building corridor, Liu Suyu crossed her arms, watching Huang Jun’s back fade into the distance, as her suspicion slowly dissipated like smoke: "Turns out Director Liang went to the kitchen to find Chef Huang! I wonder what Director Liang wanted with him?"

"But... seeing Chef Huang’s mood as he left, it seems pretty good. He’s even humming ’Good Day,’ suggesting that Director Liang must’ve talked to him about something good!"

"Just... what kind of good news could it be?"

Her curiosity was piqued again.

If she hadn’t just missed Huang Jun, she definitely would have gone up to ask.

But as he had already walked far away, she had to momentarily dismiss the thought.

No need to seek far when what’s near will suffice!

If she truly wanted to know, she could also go to Director Liang’s office to inquire.

Seeing Huang Jun’s figure disappear behind the kitchen door, she silently withdrew her gaze.

Just as she was about to return to her office, Liang Yinqiu emerged from the office.

Seeing this, she naturally wouldn’t pass up the chance to ask.

She smiled and approached, greeting Liang Yinqiu: "Hello Director Liang..."

"Oh, Manager Liu, are you out here to get some fresh air?" Liang Yinqiu nodded, casually asking.

"Yes!"

She smiled and nodded, cleverly expressing her curiosity to Liang Yinqiu: "By the way, Director Liang, I just saw Chef Huang coming out of your office. What did he come to see you about?"

"It wasn’t him coming to see me, I actively sought him out."

Liang Yinqiu patiently explained, "I went to discuss his transition from probation to a permanent position."

"Transition?"

Upon hearing this word, a hint of surprise flashed in Liu Suyu’s beautiful eyes.

This truly took her aback!

Such a scenario had never happened in the kindergarten before, completely unprecedented!

It can totally be considered as breaking new ground!

After all, Huang Jun just started working, and there is still a long time before the one-month probation period ends.

Yet, Director Liang had already made him permanent so quickly...

It’s worth noting that even those like her and Yang Yuxi, who have close relationships with Director Liang, were only made permanent after finishing their probation...

Honestly, this move is quite unusual!

After a brief surprise, although Liu Suyu felt happy for Huang Jun, she couldn’t help but curiously ask: "Director Liang, why are you considering transitioning Huang Jun to a permanent position so soon? His time at the kindergarten hasn’t been long."

"Although Chef Huang hasn’t been with us very long, his culinary skills are outstanding and perfectly meet our kindergarten’s needs. He’s a rare talent, and deserves preferential treatment."

Liang Yinqiu explained with a smile, then thought aloud: "I still have some matters to attend to, so I can’t chat with you at length now, but let’s talk more sometime!"

With that, she headed towards the staircase, leaving Liu Suyu standing there to digest the information.

Doubt arose in Liu Suyu’s mind.

Is that really all there is?

She felt there might be other hidden contexts involved.

Could it be that the education department’s leaders took an interest in Huang Jun, causing Director Liang to feel a sense of urgency?

And so, she quickly transitioned Huang Jun?

Nonetheless, given Huang Jun’s culinary skills, getting promoted ahead of schedule is truly well-deserved.

Her lips curved into a charming smile, feeling happy for Huang Jun’s promotion, then she crossed her arms, thoughtfully stroking her chin.

Why not go congratulate him on his promotion right now?

No, no, no!

It’s still better to go and congratulate him after school...

This way, maybe there’s a chance...

To sneak in a meal!

At this thought, her eyes brightened, showing a hint of cunning, and the charming smile on her lips became even more radiant.

...

Let’s rewind a bit, back to when Huang Jun returned to the kitchen.

Aunt Lin and Aunt Li rested in the dining room chairs after tidying up.

When they heard footsteps accompanied by a cheerful song approaching, they turned their heads towards the kitchen door...

Seeing that Huang Jun was back!

Aunt Lin asked with concern, "Chef Huang, you’re back. Director Liang came looking for you in the kitchen earlier, but you weren’t here, so I directed her to the playground. Did you meet her?"

Huang Jun nodded, "Yes, I did!"

Aunt Li curiously inquired, "Chef Huang, what did Director Liang want you for?"

After asking, she felt a bit embarrassed about being nosy, and with a sheepish smile said, "Just curious, Chef Huang, if it’s inconvenient to talk about, just pretend I never asked...

Huang Jun casually replied, "No inconvenience at all. Actually, it’s nothing really important. Director Liang just wanted to discuss my job confirmation with me."

"Ah? Confirmation? That’s so soon?"

Aunt Lin and Aunt Li were both extremely surprised upon hearing this, as if they had heard something shocking, their mouths opening wide enough to fit a chicken egg.

This reaction wasn’t hard to understand, considering Huang Jun was the first employee in the kindergarten’s history to be confirmed during the probation period.

"It is rather fast, I wasn’t expecting it either," Huang Jun chuckled.

Aunt Li asked in disbelief, "So does that mean, Chef Huang, you’re now a formal employee at our kindergarten?"

Then she asked, "Does that mean the chef lecturer position here is also taking by you, Chef Huang?"

"Yes!" Huang Jun nodded and smiled, saying, "Director Liang also gave me a set of car keys, allowing me to use the Wuling van within the premises at will."

Upon hearing this news, Aunt Lin and Aunt Li didn’t show any jealousy, instead feeling that Huang Jun’s early confirmation was well-deserved. They also agreed that Director Liang’s decision to provide him a car was very reasonable, as it would make his commute easier.

They were genuinely happy for him, and both offered their congratulations saying, "Congratulations, Chef Huang!"

"Thank you!"

Then, Huang Jun said, "I’ll take a nap in the resting room."

"Go ahead!"

Huang Jun returned to the resting room, closed and locked the door.

Then, he silently thought, "Draw a prize!"

As soon as he did.

A large round wheel appeared in his mind, filled with names of various kitchen tools:

Pot, steamer, frying pan, wok, utensils, bowls and plates, cups, chopsticks, slicer, scissors...

The array of kitchen tool names was so dazzling that Huang Jun almost became dizzy.

Just as he was engrossed!

The big wheel began to spin slowly, with a red stop button appearing on the side.

This signaled the start of the lottery draw!

Seeing the wheel spinning faster and faster, he silently prayed in his heart.

Pleading to the Jade Emperor, Bodhisattva Guanyin, Tathagata Buddha, Wu Tian Buddha, Fengdu Emperor, God, Death, Superman, Doraemon, Little Master, Pig Hero, Bear Big Bear, Pleasant Goat, Black Cat Detective and all divine beings.

Oh, yes, and the Kitchen God too.

Please bless him!

Namo Amitabha!

Boundless Celestial Venerable!

Amen!

Prayer complete, he pressed the stop button.

The wheel’s speed gradually decreased until it finally stopped at a kitchen tool.

[Congratulations to the host for obtaining: Divine-grade kitchen knife!]

[Would you like to claim it now?]

His curiosity piqued, Huang Jun chose to claim without hesitation.

In an instant, an antique brocade box emitting golden light slowly descended from above, landing on the table before him.

He gently opened the brocade box and picked up the knife for a closer look...

At first glance, this knife appeared not very different from a regular kitchen knife, and its surface wasn’t exceptionally shiny.

However, upon closer inspection, it’s clear that the blade is unusually sharp.

Under the sunlight pouring through the curtain gaps, this kitchen knife glints with a silver sheen, making its presence impossible to ignore.

"Products of the system are bound to be good!"

Huang Jun initially intended to test the knife’s sharpness immediately, but realized it wasn’t the right time. So he carefully put the knife away, back into the system space.

Planning to take out the knife at home tomorrow morning, and then bring it to the kitchen at the school.

This would cover things up nicely and be easy to explain.