This chef was a top-tier expert in Lu Cuisine, and Nine-Turn Large Intestine happened to be a signature dish of Lu Cuisine.
Using this dish to compete with him was practically a provocation.
Lin Qiqi was just joking, but she didn't expect the chef to take it seriously, and the atmosphere immediately stiffened.
However, the director's team loved to see this kind of scene; a fight was what they wanted!
"Now, please welcome our professional gourmet judging panel to taste the dishes."
Three people walked out, all familiar faces from various food programs.
After greeting everyone, they began to taste the dishes one by one.
The previous dishes were all home-style, and the judges complimented them, but they also had their flaws, and the scores weren't high.
When it was the special-grade chef's turn, he picked up a piece of sea cucumber and said, "Scallion Braised Sea Cucumber, one of the signature dishes of Lu Cuisine. As a special-grade chef of Lu Cuisine, Master Qin will definitely bring us a different experience!"
Taking a bite of the Scallion Braised Sea Cucumber, his eyes immediately lit up.
"Good!"
"The scallion fragrance is rich, the sea cucumber is springy and chewy, and there's no fishy taste at all! Truly worthy of a special-grade chef!"
All three judges praised it, giving two perfect scores and one nine, which was five or six points higher than the previous dishes.
Master Qin smiled slightly, composed and self-possessed, as if this result was already expected.
One of the nine-point judges was known for being overly strict; no dish had ever received a perfect score on his show.
The top-tier rating was preserved this time.
The judge, who had given the nine-point score, walked over to Lin Chudong and looked at the Nine-Turn Large Intestine. His mouth twitched, and he said with an unnatural expression,
"You didn't preserve the original flavor of the ingredients in this dish, did you?"
Years ago, on a show, a contestant had deliberately preserved the original flavor of the large intestine, and it had given him a psychological complex. He hadn't eaten this dish in years.
Lin Chudong said, "Of course not. I cleaned it very thoroughly. Please feel free to try it."
The judge nodded then, picked up a piece of the large intestine, and put it in his mouth.
His expression changed slightly. He picked up another piece and put it in his mouth. Before he could even chew it a few times, he picked up another one.
One bite after another, and half the plate was gone.
Lin Qiqi quickly said, "Judge, if you keep eating, there won't be any left for others to taste!"
The judge quickly stopped his chopsticks and said, "I'm so sorry, this is the best Nine-Turn Large Intestine I've ever eaten, bar none! I almost couldn't control myself!"
"This Nine-Turn Large Intestine is rich in flavor and melts in your mouth. The outer layer has the taste of sweet and sour soy sauce; the second layer has the taste of cinnamon and cardamom; and the innermost layer has the aroma of Shao Wine. In addition, there are star anise, cassia bark, bay leaves, and other seasonings that make people reminisce and linger!"
"It truly deserves to be called Nine-Turn Large Intestine, it lives up to its name! I give this dish a perfect score!"
"Young man, are you really not a chef?"
Lin Chudong shook his head. "I really am not. Cooking is just a hobby."
The judge was full of emotion. "It's rare to be able to do this well as a hobby. Sometimes, certificates don't represent ability. Real masters are among the people!"
That single sentence immediately made the special-grade chef's face turn a bit sour.
The people around them also cast strange glances. A special-grade chef's certificate only represented the level of the exam and didn't necessarily reflect true culinary skills.
You cook for exams; others cook for deliciousness. The difference is clear!
After the other two judges tasted it, they also praised it endlessly. The entire plate of Nine-Turn Large Intestine was completely devoured, something unprecedented in the culinary world.
All three judges gave it a perfect score.
"Thirty points, Lin Qiqi's team wins!"
"Yes!" Lin Qiqi raised her hands high and shouted excitedly, then turned and hugged Lin Chudong directly.
A beauty in his arms… even through the loose sportswear, Lin Chudong could feel her delicate figure.
If the reality show was like this, he'd be coming back all the time!
The director walked out and said, "Qiqi, you're the winning group for this episode. You have a 'grand prize' this time. Please draw a lot!"
Lin Qiqi stepped forward and took out an envelope.
She opened the envelope and read, "The winning group must collaborate with a celebrity and a civilian to perform a talent show!"
Immediately, the entire audience erupted in gasps and laughter.
The director's face also revealed a hint of satisfaction. "I'm sorry, that's just how our show works. Winning is losing, and losing is winning. That's fate!"
"Give Lin Qiqi's group ten minutes to prepare a talent show as the finale for this episode!"
Lin Qiqi was helpless and said with a smile, "We've been tricked by the show again. Let's go prepare."
"Lin-ge, what talent should we prepare?"
Lin Chudong said, "I know you play a little guitar. How about we sing a song?"
Lin Qiqi was a little surprised. "How did you know I play guitar?"
"I'm a fan of yours, I've watched your dramas." Lin Chudong didn't even blush while lying. Actually, he'd secretly looked it up on Baidu just now.
"Well, I know a little, but not much. What song should we sing?"
"I'll teach you a song. You can learn it in ten minutes."
"My guitar skills are terrible. I'm just a beginner."
"It doesn't matter, it's enough!"
Their conversation, and the process of rehearsing, were also recorded by the cameras.
Ten minutes later, Lin Qiqi and Lin Chudong were surrounded by everyone. Lin Qiqi was seated, and Lin Chudong stood beside her.
"Let's begin!"
Lin Qiqi, clutching the borrowed guitar, looked every bit the young girl. She was indeed the program's visual highlight, breathtakingly beautiful.
And Lin Chudong, standing beside her like a protector, was also a very harmonious sight.
"It's not just last night's wine that makes me cry..."
Lin Qiqi sang the first verse, continuing until the end of the main melody.
Lin Qiqi's vocal talent was decent. She couldn't compare to professional singers, but among ordinary people, she sang well.
Immediately, the entire audience gasped, "Qiqi has this talent too? Playing and singing, that's amazing!"
"It seems like that amateur just taught him, he learned so fast, right?"
"Is it that simple? This song seems to have all simple chords. I can play the guitar too, I'll practice when I get home!"
"Have you guys heard this song before?"
"Nope, I'll search for it online later."
The verse ended and the chorus began, with Lin Chudong's slightly weary voice emerging.
"Walk with me on the streets of Chengdu, oh-woo-oh~, until all the lights go out, and don't stop..."
Instantly, the entire audience gasped again! The difference between professional and amateur was like the difference between cloud and mud.
With Lin Qiqi's groundwork, Lin Chudong's vocals were the perfect touch, a heavenly sound!
That deep, reverberating voice made everyone widen their eyes.
"So good! Is he a professional singer?"
"Even professional singers can't compare! He's just using a regular microphone!"
"And the rhythm is great. Lin Qiqi messed up a few times, but he managed to pick up the slack. It was so natural. Definitely a professional."
At that moment, a director from the production team quickly ran over and whispered something to the chief director.
After the song ended, thunderous applause erupted. Lin Chudong's performance was amazing.
After the two of them bowed in thanks, the chief director suddenly said, "Wait!"
"Qiqi, you cheated. He's not a civilian. He's Da Fei, the lead singer of the Da Fei Band!"