Leaving Spring Fruit Pavilion Restaurant, Erina seemed somewhat dazed.
She still couldn't understand how a street food snack made of meat skewers, grilled, could be so much better than expensive French foie gras.
She really wanted to argue with Sonoka about the differences in texture and mouthfeel, and the richness of the flavors!
Unexpectedly, Sonoka merely said, "You haven't even tried the Izakaya's dishes, how can you be so confident in your opinion?" which rendered her speechless!
"Young Lady."
"It's still raining lightly, please get in the car quickly!"
Seeing that Erina seemed preoccupied, Hisako Arato, who was beside her, had to remind her.
"Hmm."
"I know."
With that, Erina took light steps, intending to get into the car and leave Spring Fruit Pavilion Restaurant.
However, as soon as she stepped one foot into the car, she frowned slightly and her gaze turned back to the Izakaya next door.
When she first arrived at Spring Fruit Pavilion Restaurant, she probably hadn't noticed the existence of this Izakaya, so she didn't pay much attention to it!
Now, she took a few glances.
Only then did she realize that this Izakaya, which operated at night, was not quite what she had imagined!
"Hisako."
"Today's tasting work is over, and there's nothing for me to do if I go back now!"
"So, I'm going to change my mind and go see if that Izakaya is really as Senior Mujiuzhi said, that commoner cuisine can defeat noble cuisine!"
After speaking, she walked quietly into the Izakaya with a skeptical attitude.
Hisako Arato behind her was somewhat astonished, as she hadn't expected Erina to suddenly change her mind.
But then she didn't say much, just quickly followed behind Erina and walked in with her.
...
Izakaya.
From the outside, the overall design was simple, yet distinctive!
Its facade wasn't very large, with only two wooden doors, each about 2 meters wide.
Although made of wood, there were no mottled marks or cracks.
Above the door, there was also a small signboard light with a simple pattern, indicating the Izakaya's name and features. Every evening at 7 o'clock, when the Izakaya was about to open for business, Sosuke would first light up this signboard!
Entering the Izakaya.
The first thing that caught the eye was its bar counter.
The bar counter was also made of thick wood, meticulously processed and polished, appearing very sturdy and durable!
Although it was impossible to accurately gauge the height of the bar counter with the eyes, it should be between 1 and 1.5 meters.
Hmm!
Such a height.
It allows diners to sit at the bar counter, facing the chef, and watch the chef prepare the food.
The interior decoration was also very distinctive, unlike other Izakayas; the walls and ceiling were painted a light yellow, giving a sense of calm and mystery.
On the walls, you could even see some decorative items, such as traditional paintings.
In addition.
Inside the Izakaya.
There were also lanterns and paper lanterns hanging, adding a warm and romantic atmosphere to the entire space!
As soon as Erina entered, she saw that every diner here could talk loudly. Their laughter and cheers continuously echoed, and even in the corner, some diners could be seen singing and dancing.
Their performances often won the attention and applause of other diners.
Evidently, this lively and freely joyful atmosphere greatly surprised Erina at this moment!
...
"Young Lady."
"Is this place really an Izakaya?"
Hisako, who was also surveying the Izakaya, finally couldn't help but ask in astonishment.
She couldn't believe her eyes, nor could she understand how a small Izakaya could be so joyful, allowing every diner here to have a happy smile on their face!
Shock!
It was simply too shocking!
Could it be that this Izakaya had some mysterious magic, enticing the diners from behind the scenes?
"Senior."
"Why are you here?"
Unexpectedly, Hisako's exclamation didn't bring Erina back to her senses at all.
She noticed that at the position closest to the kitchen counter, the diner sitting there loudly munching on takoyaki was none other than the strongest female student currently representing Totsuki Culinary Academy, Rindo!
Huh?
What's going on?
The Second Seat of the Elite Ten, here?
"Oh."
"So it's Erina!"
After swallowing, Rindo looked in the direction of the voice.
When she realized that the person calling her was the Young Lady of the Nakiri, Rindo was inevitably stunned!
Immediately, she picked up another large takoyaki, took a big bite, and then asked in a calm tone, "What? Are you here to eat too?"
"Ah?"
"I guess so!"
"Actually, I came to Spring Fruit Pavilion Restaurant tonight for a food tasting."
"Then I heard from Senior Mujiuzhi that the dishes at this Izakaya can rival, no, surpass her Western dishes at Spring Fruit Pavilion!"
"So... that's why I came in here with a half-believing, half-doubting attitude."
Born noble.
Possessing the God Tongue ability.
Coupled with Nakiri Azami's "extreme education," which left her with severe psychological trauma in childhood!
As a result, under the influence of many things.
Erina's personality was somewhat extreme, especially when it came to commoner cuisine, where she often showed a dismissive attitude.
Therefore, in many people's impressions, she was a genius girl from Totsuki Culinary Academy, but also a rose with thorns, whom no one wanted to approach!
Of course.
When facing Rindo.
She also knew how to rein in that inherent pride and present a calm and casual demeanor!
"Ah!"
"Mmm mmm mmm!"
"Then you came to the right place, the dishes at this Izakaya are really good, they might even conquer your God Tongue!"
Rindo, who continued to savor the takoyaki with a wide-open mouth.
Her bright eyes instantly became round, and after briefly glancing at Erina, she couldn't help but smile.
...
As the Second Seat of the Elite Ten.
She was very clear about the power of the God Tongue.
It was precisely because of the existence of the "God Tongue" that the Nakiri could hold an unshakable position in the entire culinary and gourmet world of Japan!
After all, Erina's single word could judge and determine the future professional careers of all chefs.
This supreme influence was absolutely incomparable to anyone else.
Therefore.
In many people's eyes.
The God Tongue was an ability that could make everyone envious and jealous.
At the same time.
Conquering the God Tongue with cuisine also became the dream of all chefs.
It's just that so many years have passed, and still no one has been able to truly satisfy Erina with a single dish!