"Tell me about the other contestants."
Before Ann outside the curtain could finish, the person behind the curtain interrupted her. Compared to Erina Nakiri, she was more concerned about the other contestants.
"Yes.
Just now, the trial of the second door has ended. Approximately forty percent of the White Cuisine chefs failed, while all chefs from China passed, and all chefs from the Dark Cuisine World also passed the assessment."
"This means the appetizer portion is over."
Waving the fan in her hand, the person sitting behind the curtain smiled, clearly intrigued.
"At the next gate, let these people know what kind of competition this BLUE truly is."
Her voice gradually deepened, and in the eyes of the woman behind the curtain, a hint of anticipation emerged.
"So cold, it's comfortable!"
Taking a bite of the ice pop, Hoshino Sora's face showed a satisfied expression, then he slowly sat down leaning against the convenience store's outer glass. Using the convenience store's light to see his surroundings, he remained silent for a moment before looking at Eishi Tsukasa: "By the way, why didn't Kobayashi Rindo-senpai come to BLUE?"
"Although she also received an invitation, she is currently pursuing illegal food vendors around the world in search of rare ingredients."
Also eating an ice pop, Eishi Tsukasa looked up at the sky, a hint of worry in his eyes.
"I see, as expected of a rare ingredient master."
Seeing the two chatting, Soma Yukihira also came over, eating an ice pop, and couldn't help but exclaim after hearing about Kobayashi Rindo's recent situation.
"However, I heard that these illegal food vendors are all connected to Noir. Even if it's just to lighten Kobayashi Rindo's burden, I won't allow Noir to act recklessly."
"Absolutely, let's fight for Kobayashi Rindo-senpai!"
Looking at Eishi Tsukasa's serious face, Hoshino Sora said with a smile. Half a year had passed since Kobayashi Rindo and Akikubo Momo graduated. During this time, Akikubo Momo, in cooperation with Far Moon, had already expanded her dessert company worldwide.
Although she hasn't yet established a firm foothold, Akikubo Momo's desserts have already gained recognition worldwide, entering a period of rapid development. In at most ten years, she can become a true giant in the dessert industry!
However, there has been no news from Kobayashi Rindo. Hoshino Sora also hoped that the whimsical girl was alright.
"You three, no squatting by the convenience store entrance!"
With hands on her hips and a strong tone of displeasure, Rantobi puffed out her cheeks and stepped forward, looking at the three men lounging by the convenience store entrance, recalling how she had been dominated by their cuisine just now.
"Holy cow, you scared me! Can you not be so elusive? Be a little more ladylike."
"Hmph, none of your business!"
Hearing Hoshino Sora's complaint, Rantobi haughtily raised her head, then looked around again: "Alright, those who passed, come gather."
"Now open the second door!"
As the second door opened, several masked figures appeared before them, along with some completely unfamiliar faces.
"There are more people than expected."
"After all, these are chefs from all over the world. Their fame might not be prominent, but since they managed to break through from below, they should have some skill."
"My master's favored kid is there."
"Normal. If the person my master favors can't even pass the first few rounds, wouldn't that be too useless?"
"This competition is a good opportunity for me to see how strong he is! To think he could earn such praise from my master!"
Chirping voices came from behind the second door; it was a small group of three.
Apart from the three Noir members from the original plot who were exempt from the trial, two young men and a young woman stood behind the second door. All of them were under twenty-five, appearing to be ordinary passersby, but Hoshino Sora sensed something unusual about them.
Because he saw four stars on the chests of these chefs, which represented their identity: among the top one hundred on the Oriental Cuisine List! And three of them appeared at once!
"Phew."
Hoshino Sora let out a soft breath. If those in the top one hundred of the Oriental Cuisine List could directly enter after the second door, then wouldn't the top ten be on par with Saiba Asahi?!
And most of the Oriental Cuisine List consisted of younger generation chefs. To be honest, it was quite terrifying when he thought about it carefully.
His mind was filled with thoughts, and his eyes showed a strong fighting spirit. He loved to compete against strong opponents the most! If the competition only had Noir as the underworld, then this BLUE would be too boring.
Unknown, curious, anticipating.
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