Jilted by Day, Cuddled At Night-Chapter 44: Just Simply Make a Manchu Han Imperial Feast
Actually, saying that he would come is not quite right – the Food God never showed his face throughout the entire process.
But his beautiful hands could be seen on the screen, preparing one delicious dish after another.
"To celebrate the grand opening of the Su Family Restaurant today, I have specially selected some of the most famous dishes from Ancient Earth, a few dishes from the Manchu Han Imperial Feast, to be the main courses for today after they’re prepared,"
"Interested guests may try them."
"Additionally, from now on, I will occasionally sell the dishes I’ve prepared here at the Su Family Restaurant. I hope everyone will like them."
The crowd instantly erupted in cheers!
In the past, when the Food God cooked, aside from sending some special rewarders his dishes through interstellar express, the majority were enjoyed by his family members.
Now, there’s an additional place to savor the cuisine of the Food God – how could they not cheer?
Even Old Master Su couldn’t contain himself.
The moment he heard the phrase "Manchu Han Imperial Feast," he leapt to his feet!
Anyone who has studied Ancient Earth’s cookbooks knows a few of the great cuisines by heart.
Among them, the most legendary and characteristic is the Manchu Han Imperial Feast!
It’s just that it had long been lost, with not even a shred of documentary evidence left!
But this Food God – he actually knows how to prepare it?!
A nearby elderly man dressed in Tang attire, whose family also owned a restaurant, anxiously said to Old Master Su, "Old Brother Su, could you introduce me to this Food God later?"
"I’m not certain he’s willing to make an appearance, but let my granddaughter communicate with him first," Old Master Su replied very seriously, yet noncommittally.
What a joke, even I haven’t met him yet!
The elderly man said with disappointment, "Alright then."
With the appearance of the Food God, and the rare dishes he created, he had pushed the opening ceremony to a climax!
Even Su Teng, who had previously been critical of Su Wan, holding a grudge for replacing the main course, was now captivated.
He immediately recorded the video of the Food God cooking with his neural computer and watched intently the pair of hands in the video without blinking.
Su Man came over with an ugly expression partway through.
"Little Uncle..."
"Hold on, don’t bother me now, watch the Food God cook," he responded.
"..."
Jealousy was evident in Su Man’s eyes.
Looking at the handsome hands of the man on the screen and hearing his voice, this Food God must be quite young.
When did Su Wan get involved with this Food God?
Su Wan had noticed everyone’s reactions and knew that her grand opening ceremony was definitely a success.
There was no need for Su Yun and Su Ni to come; one Food God was worth much more!
There was a full three-hour video of the Food God, but throughout, no one felt impatient, all watching his cooking diligently and attentively.
The Eight Treasures Duck was fragrant without being greasy, the Embroidery Ball Dried Scallops were fresh without being bland, the Butterfly Rest Roll had a novel presentation, the Ginger Fish Fillets were crystal clear, and the Sweet and Sour Lotus Root was refreshingly sweet.
Beneath the camera, the fair hands seemed delicate, but when it came to chopping with a knife, the movements were sharp and clean.
The Food God said, "Some of the dishes required ingredients that have long since become extinct, so I replaced them with similar materials and made slight adjustments to the flavors. However, the overall result closely resembles the original. Coming up next are several sweets that many will adore."
The candied pineapple was crystal clear, and the Jade Bean Cake was soft, glutinous, and sweet.
Before each dish was even completed, guests in the private rooms couldn’t wait to ask about the price.
Su Wan had anticipated this, so she specially set up an auction system.
While each dish was being prepared, all the guests could log into the Su Family Restaurant’s system using their neural computers to bid in the auction.
When the dish was ready, the highest bidder would win it.
Even though they knew this was a recorded broadcast and the dishes were prepared in advance, the special equipment now used to preserve food could fully restore the freshly made taste of the dishes to the greatest extent.
Then the crowd went wild!
Luo Jina took a fancy to two dishes and hurried to bid. The starting bid was only two hundred Star Coins, but Luo Jina directly offered two thousand Star Coins!
This auction took the grand opening atmosphere to an even more lively level!
The live broadcasting platform previously used by the Food God also sent a message to the Food God’s account, hoping to sync with this broadcast.
Since it was also beneficial for Su Family’s restaurant, Su Wan agreed immediately.
In an instant, the entire First Star District knew that Su Family’s restaurant had opened a branch in the district, and that they would sell dishes made by the Food God from time to time!
Even after the dining peak hours had passed, many customers continued to come into the restaurant nonstop.
After being told there were no seats available, they didn’t leave but stood in the lobby watching the Food God cook.
You see, the Food God didn’t live stream often or for long, and usually made only one dish each time. This time, not only did he make so many, but they could also be auctioned on site. Food enthusiasts were thrilled!
Gu Zilan, deep in the resplendent Imperial Palace, stretched lazily after finishing up his official duties, considering asking about the Empress’s visit to Su Family’s restaurant and whether it went smoothly.
But then he heard his AI assistant muttering.
Gu Zilan frowned, "Aiwei! I asked you to keep an eye on the Empress to ensure she doesn’t encounter any trouble. What are you doing?"
Aiwei responded innocently, "I am keeping an eye on Her Highness the Empress. Su Family’s restaurant invited the Food God, so it’s super lively there now. Her Highness the Empress is in luck, she can eat the dishes made by the Food God!"
Gu Zilan’s mouth twitched slightly.
He immediately had Aiwei switch the screen over, and then he saw his wife and sister-in-law, both watching intently a pair of hands cooking!
Gu Zilan breathed a sigh of relief.
Thankfully, only a pair of hands was visible.
But just a pair of hands had excited so many people, including his own wife and sister-in-law.
Why did His Majesty Gu Zilan suddenly feel a bit off inside?
Once the Food God had completed all twelve dishes and they were all auctioned off, the beautiful hands on the big screen disappeared as well.
The crowd was left wanting more.
But those who had won the bids for the dishes were eagerly awaiting the service robots of the restaurant to deliver the dishes.
Su Wan specifically reserved two dishes to send over to the main table.
The crab meat and double bamboo shoots were refreshingly tasteful, and the wise man’s red bean rice porridge was warm, perfect for Su Family’s elder and the others.
Su Wan sat obediently next to Su Family’s elder, explaining the dishes, as the praises for them were endless from everyone else at the table, much to the delight of all the guests.
As for seeking the Food God, Su Family’s elder wouldn’t ask in front of so many people.
He would secretly ask his granddaughter later!
On the other hand, Su Zhen found Su Man and said, "Xiaoman, come sit with me at the main table, where you will meet many seniors from the catering industry."
Su Man was initially reluctant; she didn’t want to see Su Wan’s triumphant face.
But then, an idea struck her, and she changed her mind, nodding, "Okay, Dad."
While the people at the main table were talking, Su Zhen brought Su Man over.
Su Family’s elder was a bit displeased.
Out of consideration that they were all family, the elder didn’t make a scene for the moment.
As for Su Wan, she had never taken Su Man seriously.
It didn’t matter whether Su Zhen brought Su Man over, or if he directly had Su Man sit at the table, taking the spotlight as the center of attention—Su Wan wouldn’t even blink an eye.
Of course, she remained guarded.
After all, if Su Man didn’t stir up some trouble, it would be letting her own mother down.
Sure enough, just when everyone was engaged in lively conversation, Su Man suddenly looked innocently at Su Wan, "Sis, isn’t your husband coming to support you today?"
