Chapitre 238: [238] Breakfast
Chapter 238: Breakfast
At nearly eight o'clock, dinner concluded, and the girls returned to their rooms. However, instead of immediately resting, they took a short break before heading to the hotel's hot spring bath.
Though Hachiman considered joining them, he hesitated, deeming it inappropriate to suggest.
Forget it; I'll join Saeko and Kotonoha when I return.
With this thought, Hachiman entered the men's bath, submerging his entire body in the comfortably warm water with a contented sigh.
Despite being in the men's bath, only a wall separated it from the women's bath. Despite Totsuki Resort's soundproofing, Hachiman's enhanced hearing picked up on the playful sounds the girls made while bathing.
"Ah, I envy you, Onee-chan. This place is so big..." Kokoro intentionally raised her voice while admiring her sister's ample assets.
As expected, upon hearing her voice, many girls redirected their gaze toward Kotonoha's chest.
They look like they can float...
Some girls found it envious, especially a girl named Yukino, who seemed particularly uncomfortable.
"N-No, don't look."
Embarrassed by the attention, Kotonoha quickly covered her chest with her hands and turned slightly, out of the other girls' line of sight.
Hachiman, in the men's bath, heard Kokoro's words.
To be honest, Kotonoha's assets were indeed the largest among the girls, and Hachiman could attest to that.
Soft yet elastic, as if it were dough with perfect resilience, coupled with the smoothness of the girl's skin, the sensation was simply incredible.
Because it was sufficiently ample, it could easily envelop his long spear, and that sense of pressure, oh...
When spending time with Kotonoha, Hachiman's favorite part was undeniably this aspect of hers.
No, I can't let my thoughts wander any further. Feeling the unusual sensation downstairs, Hachiman quickly shook his head.
However, this was just a fleeting incident. In reality, sometimes girls' antics during baths could be more outrageous than between guys. The playful sounds and breaths of the girls teased every nerve in Hachiman, making him almost wish he could join in.
After only a short soak, he left the bath. After all, the sounds were too stimulating and could easily lead to a rise in blood pressure. It wouldn't be good to develop an inferiority complex if someone saw a prominent reaction.
Shortly after returning to his room, the hotel's loudspeaker announced that the students were to gather in the main hall.
The residents of Polar Star Dorm, upon hearing the broadcast, made their way to the main hall. However, upon arriving, they noticed that most of the students seemed rather dispirited.
At this point, there were significantly fewer students in the main hall compared to the first day of training. In other words, out of the over a thousand freshmen, three to four hundred had already been eliminated.
"It looks like a lot of people are gone." Marui remarked, observing the sparser main hall.
"But why did they call us here so late?"
No one could answer this question. Before long, Gin Dojima ascended the platform.
"Gathering you all here tonight is solely to inform you about tomorrow's task," Gin Dojima declared, addressing the puzzled crowd.
Many were questioning why they were being informed about tomorrow's task tonight. Dojima, without explanation, continued speaking.
"The task for tomorrow is to provide suitable 'New Breakfast Dishes' for the guests of Totsuki Resort."
"Breakfast represents the hotel's reputation and is a crucial meal for guests starting their day."
"I expect you to create dishes that not only satisfy the guests but also surprise them. The main ingredient is eggs. Whether you prepare Japanese, Chinese, or Western dishes is up to you, as long as it can be offered in a buffet format."
"The evaluation will begin at 6 AM tomorrow, and there will be judges for tasting. Be prepared."
"Now, you have free time. Whether you want to rest or practice cooking in the kitchen, it's your choice. Dismissed!"
With those words, Dojima left the platform, leaving the students in the main hall. The exhausted participants groaned, worn out from consecutive assessments throughout the day. However, fearing elimination, they had no choice but to drag their weary bodies to practice cooking.
Yet, some showed no signs of fear, and Soma was one of them. Upon hearing the theme "eggs," he looked towards Erina, a nostalgic smile playing on his lips.
"Ah, memories. Nakiri, remember when my entrance exam was based on the theme of 'eggs'?"
Erina, however, simply flicked her golden hair, showing no intention of responding to his question.
"I'll give you some advice: don't present ordinary dishes like back then. Otherwise, the judges and guests won't find them appealing."
Upon learning that Soma was the son of the revered Saiba Joichiro, Erina's attitude towards him had slightly softened. While it didn't reach the point of liking, at least the initial disdain was gone, and she felt compelled to give Soma this warning.
"Think carefully about what dish you want to create. Goodbye."
With those words, she flicked her long hair and left the main hall alongside Hisako.
The night passed quickly.
At five in the morning, the students began waking up, starting their preparations for the cooking task. They transported ingredients to their assigned workstations, checked the completeness of their utensils, and after completing these tasks, many sighed in relief, quietly awaiting the arrival of the designated time.
At six in the morning, the broadcast echoed, and Dojima's voice announced, "Are you all prepared? Now, I'd like to invite the judges in."
With his words, the doors of the buffet hall opened. Several children, appearing to be around ten years old, rushed in first, followed by men and women of various ages.
At this point, Dojima spoke again, "These are the suppliers who have cooperated with Totsuki Resort and their families. We invite them for assessments during our training every year. We've informed them in advance that the theme is 'Surprising Egg Dishes.' Their assessments are reliable, and after graduation, they only choose dishes they like."
"In addition to these judges, Totsuki Resort has sent staff from the cooking and service departments to participate in the assessment."
"There are two criteria for passing. Firstly, your dishes should impress the suppliers and staff with creativity. Secondly, within the next two hours, you must reach a minimum of 200 servings. Those who fail to meet the standard will be expelled!"
"Then, I invite all the judges to enjoy the breakfast. The assessment officially begins!"
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Chapitre 239: [239] Competing for Customers
Chapter 239: Competing for Customers
With Dojima's concluding words, all the students started bustling around. It was impossible for them to prepare finished dishes in advance, and without insulation measures, the dishes would quickly cool down. Moreover, the cooking process itself served as a means to attract customers.
Hachiman and the group of girls were among the judges. Seeing Hachiman and the girls with him, the students felt a mix of envy and nervousness.
Envy stemmed from Hachiman's charismatic presence, surrounded by a dozen beautiful girls, each one undoubtedly stunning.
Nervousness arose because, among all the guest lecturers, Hachiman's themes consistently had the highest elimination rates. They feared he might find some flaw and deem them unfit.
Observing this, Hachiman smiled.
"No need to be nervous. Just treat me like an ordinary customer. I'm here with them to enjoy breakfast," he said, turning to the girls beside him.
"You can freely choose from the available dishes. Go ahead and pick what you like."
With his words, the group of girls dispersed in pairs, and Hachiman casually strolled around. This breakfast session was an excellent opportunity to identify talent because it showcased each student's culinary skills the most.
Wherever he went, students were doing their best to attract customers. After all, the number of guests was limited, and to pass, they had to reach a minimum of 200 servings. Since each person had a limited appetite, the trial was crucial for figuring out how to compete for customers.
Among the first batch of completed dishes, Takumi stood out as particularly impressive.
It's worth noting that the blonde chef, Takumi, possesses an attractive appearance along with exceptional culinary skills, naturally capturing the attention of many customers.
He crafted an Italian-style baked egg salad. While Italian-style baked eggs are a common dish in Italy and might not be deemed a surprising choice, Takumi innovatively cut the baked eggs into small pieces, mixed them with vegetables, and incorporated balsamic vinegar and Parmesan cheese for a harmonious blend.
The refreshing salad evidently catered to the tastes of young people. Paired with Takumi's handsome appearance, it swiftly garnered the interest of numerous young girls.
In addition to diverse methods of customer attraction, many participants also honed in on the theme. Although the requirement centered around "egg" dishes, it didn't explicitly mandate the use of chicken eggs. Consequently, many thoughtful students opted for ingredients other than chicken eggs.
For instance, Megumi chose quail eggs. She concocted a self-serving dish resembling a hot pot by combining quail eggs, fish tofu, various vegetables processed into bite-sized pieces, and mushrooms.
This naturally appealed to the preferences of numerous middle-aged and elderly customers. In the morning, the elderly prefer lighter meals, steering clear of overly greasy dishes.
Among these middle-aged and elderly customers were three individuals recognized as the "Three Supplier Titans," hidden bosses.
Responsible for all egg supplies to Totsuki Resort, the bald-headed elderly man known by the nickname "Chicken Eggs."
A lean elderly man with shoulder-length hair and glasses, he oversaw all dairy product supplies for the resort and was nicknamed the "Natural Cheese Kyusaku."
A sturdy figure, though aged, managed all vegetable supplies and was known as "Bean Kosuke."
Although the three supplied nothing exotic, handling "egg," "dairy," and "vegetable" products undoubtedly represented the most consumed ingredients in daily life. Hence, labeling them the "Three Supplier Titans" was unsurprising.
After relishing the innovative hot pot crafted by Megumi, Tokuzo's bald head seemed to shine even more, and his expression exuded pure enjoyment.
"The comforting taste. Each chew releases a slow flow of broth, filling the entire mouth. Truly soothing," he expressed.
Beside him, Kosuke also praised, "These bite-sized vegetables, similar to quail eggs, are vibrant and colorful. It's hard to stop eating."
As if to confirm his words, Kyusaku beside him had not stopped eating, continuously savoring each bite.
Soon, his portion was finished, and he set down his bowl, looking at Megumi with a serious expression.
Feeling nervous under his stern gaze, Megumi thought she might have done something wrong. Just as Megumi was about to apologize, Kyusaku hurriedly approached her, grabbing her hand and exchanging his serious expression for a warm smile.
"Can I ask you to marry my grandson?"
"Eh... Eh?!"
Hearing this, Megumi was so startled that her twin braids seemed to stand on end, and she became somewhat flustered.
Observing this scene, Hachiman smiled. It wasn't surprising, considering the healing qualities of the girl's cooking.
Retracting his gaze, he continued forward, greeted by various calls from the students. He also encountered a variety of egg dishes.
Take, for instance, Ikumi Mito's tamago kake gohan—a small serving of rice topped with a sunny-side-up egg, a small beef steak, and fresh vegetables. She took a unique approach, not drizzling meat juices but a refreshing oil and vinegar dressing over the rice.
The crisp acidity of white wine vinegar served as the finishing touch, bringing out the rich, creamy texture of the runny egg yolk and the juicy tenderness of the beef steak. It felt as if strength was continuously emerging from this dish.
Coupled with the girl's alluring figure and fiery fashion sense, it naturally attracted the admiration of many young men.
However, the good times didn't last. Despite her efforts to make the flavors lighter, the combination of rice and beef steak easily induced a sense of fullness, making it less suitable for breakfast.
After trying one portion, many people refrained from going for seconds, and some middle-aged and elderly individuals didn't partake at all. This posed a significant disadvantage in meeting the minimum requirement of 200 servings for the assessment.
Seeing this, Ikumi felt anxious and quickly began contemplating a solution.
Continuing forward, Hachiman soon arrived at the workstation assigned to Alice.
As soon as she spotted him, the long-haired girl hurriedly walked over.
"Hachiman-kun!"
Reaching Hachiman's side, Alice embraced his arm.
This made his body involuntarily tense because his arm was now sandwiched between the girl's ample bosom, with a soft yet elastic sensation pressing on both sides of his arm.
The girl also noticed this but, being a Nordic person, she wasn't overly shy. Instead, she chuckled.
"Hachiman-kun must be enjoying this, quite 'H,' isn't it? Well, since you've received the perks, you should do me a favor too," she said, pulling Hachiman toward her workstation.
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