kvmb Chapter 480 - 441: Sometimes Being Too Good at Cooking Is a Tragedy
Chapter 480 - 441: Sometimes Being Too Good at Cooking Is a Tragedy
Outside the Small (4) Class classroom.
Qingqing and Weiwei were holding each other’s little hands tightly, their faces filled with innocent smiles, waving goodbye to Huang Jun: "Daddy, bye-bye~ Remember to miss us, we’ll miss you a lot too!"
"Alright, my darlings, Daddy will definitely miss you. Go on inside~"
Huang Jun watched as the two little ones walked into the classroom hand in hand, step by step, until their figures completely disappeared behind the classroom door. Only then did he reluctantly pull back his gaze, then turned around and hurriedly headed towards the kitchen.
Today was an extraordinary day for Dorami Kindergarten, because the fire station was about to arrive to conduct a vivid "fire safety drill".
This was not only a safety education for the teachers and students but also a big test for the kitchen team.
Considering the possibility that the firefighters might choose to stay for a simple meal to relax after the intense drill, the kindergarten management decided to "increase the preparation of ingredients" today, aiming to make each firefighter feel the enthusiasm and thoughtfulness of Dorami Kindergarten through carefully prepared meals.
Of course.
Even if they don’t stay for a meal, the preparations still have to be made.
Just in case!
Besides, breakfast time wasn’t far off, he didn’t have much time to linger.
The main reason for handing the two little ones over to Yang Yuxi and the others was so that he could feel at ease.
When he arrived at the kitchen...
Aunt Li and Aunt Lin had already cleaned the workroom spotlessly. The traces of eggshells and droplets from last night had been completely wiped away, with no trace left of the sneaky late-night visit and delicious enjoyment by Liang Yinqiu and the other two.
Therefore.
Huang Jun didn’t notice anything out of the ordinary, and he smiled as he greeted Qian Guoxiang and the others: "Good morning, Assistant Chef Qian, Aunt Li, Aunt Lin!"
"Good morning, Chef Huang..."
The three replied in unison.
Aunt Li, unable to hide her curiosity, eagerly pulled him aside and started to recount this morning’s "farce" to him.
Upon hearing this, Huang Jun’s hands paused momentarily as he was about to tie his chef’s robe, and a look of incredulous surprise flashed across his face.
Indeed.
He really couldn’t have imagined that Liang Yinqiu, known for her strictness, would succumb to the temptation of delicious food and sneak into the workroom when the kitchen was quiet and empty, reaching out with a "greedy hand" towards the still unfinished spiced eggs.
The thought of the "sneak eating" scene made Huang Jun’s mouth curl into a smile.
He had to admit that this completely overturned his impression of Liang Yinqiu.
He sighed lightly and said helplessly, "Ah, sometimes being too good at cooking can be a tragedy..."
How could being good at cooking be a sorrow?
It’s clearly a blessing...
Aunt Li looked at Huang Jun’s reaction, initially puzzled, but soon understood: "Yes, Chef Huang, your skills are undeniable. Even Director Liang couldn’t resist the temptation!"
"But this also proves that the spiced eggs are truly aromatic. Even as a semi-finished product, it couldn’t stop Director Liang from wanting to taste, and she even ate six!"
"That’s quite a lot!"
Huang Jun’s eyebrows raised in surprise upon hearing the number.
He had a sense that Liang Yinqiu wasn’t acting alone, surely there were accomplices.
After all, while the semi-finished spiced eggs might have tasted okay, it wasn’t to the extent of being irresistible enough to eat six at once...
Of course, it couldn’t be ruled out that she took some home!
Huang Jun pondered for a moment, looked around, and his eyes swept over Aunt Li, Qian Guoxiang, and Aunt Lin, as he instructed: "Alright, alright, let’s keep this among ourselves and not speak of it outside."
"Don’t worry, Chef Huang, my lips are sealed, not a word outside!" Aunt Li assured while patting her chest.
Huang Jun, Qian Guoxiang, Aunt Lin: "..."
Aunt Li, are you sure?
Among everyone present, your lips are the least sealed...
Honestly, they would rather believe in an absurd thing like "pigs can climb trees" than believe Aunt Li could keep a secret.
"Okay, I hope you mean it, really sealing your lips tight!" Huang Jun nodded, patted Aunt Li’s shoulder, and turned to everyone: "Let’s all get busy now..."
With that,.
Aunt Li and Aunt Lin knowingly dispersed to wash the ingredients needed for today’s lunch...
Huang Jun, fully dressed, completed the sanitation process carefully, then stepped into the workroom.
Carrying a sense of eagerness, he walked slowly to the workstation and gently lifted the lids of those large jars.
Inside the pot, the tea eggs and brine had already cooled down. The steaming heat of yesterday was gone, and so was that familiar aroma.
He immediately lit the stove, and the flames danced joyfully in the chamber, passing heat to the brine and tea eggs inside the large clay pot.
As time slowly passed...
The temperature of the water inside the large pot quietly climbed up, starting to ripple gently.
Soon, after about ten minutes of patient waiting, the sound of boiling water finally sang out from the pot—gurgling, accompanied by this sound, a rich aroma quietly spread, instantly filling the entire space.
Seeing this, Huang Jun timely adjusted the stove to a simmer, letting this warmth gently envelop each tea egg, continuing their slow-braising journey.
After another twenty minutes of careful waiting, the aroma became even richer.
Seeing this.
He opened the pot’s lid again, full of anticipation.
In an instant...
A white steam rose into the air, like mist swirling in the morning, carrying an unprecedented aroma, surging into his nostrils.
This aroma was stronger than yesterday, more enticing, like nature’s purest gift, striking deep into the heart.
Its layers were rich and profound.
First came the full-bodied blend of five spices, as if ancient spices savored leisurely in the air, followed by a delicate sweet scent gently brushing past the nose, bringing unexpected joy.
Though this sweetness was not noticeable, it skillfully balanced the strength of the five spices, making the overall aroma more harmonious and captivating.
Numerous aromas intertwined, complex and diverse, yet able to retain their own characteristics, with distinct layers, leaving one intoxicated...
"Wow, Chef Huang, are these the five-spice eggs you made?"
Aunt Li was drawn by the enticing aroma, unconsciously drawing closer, looking at the plump eggs in the pot, occasionally swallowing, couldn’t help but exclaim, "Smells even better than yesterday..."
"Truly smells incredible..."
Aunt Lin also approached, her face full of enchantment and longing, couldn’t resist sharing, "To be honest, don’t laugh at me, but yesterday I was so tempted by the aroma of these five-spice eggs that I went out of my way to a nearby stall on my way home to satisfy my craving."
"But the five-spice eggs there couldn’t rival this aroma. I bought a few to try, but the taste, honestly, was just average."
"If it weren’t for being reluctant to waste money, I almost just threw them away!"
Qian Guoxiang beside her heard Aunt Lin’s words, a hint of disdain at the corner of his mouth, chimed in, "Aunt Lin, I’m not bragging, but the five-spice eggs out there can’t compare to Chef Huang’s craftsmanship."
"Let’s not even talk about the method and ingredients, just the eggs are significant."
"These are meticulously made using Five-Black Chicken eggs, how could ordinary eggs on the market compete?"
"Their texture, taste, even nutritional value, are far superior..."
Aunt Lin thought for a moment, agreed with a nod, a gleam of anticipation in her eyes.
Thinking that soon she could taste these aromatic five-spice eggs, her mood was simply great, no longer caring about the wasted money yesterday...
...
Meanwhile.
The fire department became lively.
"Tweet—"
With a loud whistle, the firefighters in their bright orange uniforms, like flames dancing, swiftly gathered together.
In an instant.
They formed a team ready for action.
Captain Wei Chengyi stood at the front, scanning each member with sharp eyes: "Brothers, today is the important day we’re demonstrating firefighting skills to the children at Dorami Kindergarten. We’ll bring them a vivid ’fire drill’, teaching them how to protect themselves during a fire. Now, are you all ready?"
Liu Wujie and the other firefighters participating in the event energetically replied, "Ready, Captain! We’re ready!"
Captain Wei Chengyi commanded, "Get on the trucks!"
With that.
Liu Wujie and his team jumped onto the fire trucks one by one.
Captain Wei, satisfied, nodded and climbed aboard.
Once seated, he waved his arm through the window, loudly shouting, "Let’s go!"
With this command...
The fire trucks slowly started up, their wheels rolling gently on the ground, making a rustling sound...
Those who couldn’t participate, like Wang Qiang and others, could only stand silently aside, watching enviously as the fire trucks carrying their comrades slowly drove out of the station gates, heading toward Dorami Kindergarten...