While the food in these places wasn't bad, it wasn't enough to satisfy the God Tongue, and the cooking techniques were quite ordinary. Truly high-end places would never invite her for a tasting.
"I'll go cook for everyone now, it's almost dinner time."
"I'll go too."
"Count me in."
Looking at the time on the wall, Tadokoro Megumi interjected, then, without waiting for Hoshino Sora's agreement, she ran off to the kitchen.
Shiina Mahiru followed suit, and Hojo Miyoko, unable to stand the strange atmosphere, also raised her arm and joined in. The three quickly got busy in the new kitchen.
"There's still some time before dinner. I'm going to take a bath. Anyone want to join?"
He glanced at the time; it was just past one in the afternoon. The plane ride had left him sweaty and he wanted to shower, but felt a bit lonely by himself, so he invited the girls in front of him.
"Me."
Hearing Hoshino Sora's words, Shiina Mashiro was the quickest to react. She swiftly removed her clothes and slipped off her skirt, then walked resolutely towards the man in front of her.
"You don't have to take off your clothes in the living room, but never mind.
We're going to take a bath first. You all can choose your rooms, leave the master bedroom for me. Of course, if you all want to squeeze onto one bed, I have no objections.
However, tomorrow is the entrance examination, so it's probably best to get some good rest tonight."
Shrugging, Hoshino Sora finished speaking and then picked up Shiina Mashiro in a bridal carry. Shiina Mashiro naturally placed her hands on Hoshino Sora's shoulders, allowing him to carry her more easily.
This posture also made her more comfortable.
"Sora-kun, later I want to try something semi-forced. I'll be in the bathroom, and then you'll break in while I'm showering, touching me all over. I'll resist, but it'll be useless..."
Held in Hoshino Sora's arms, Shiina Mashiro softly voiced her idea, her eyes gleaming with excitement. Lately, she had suddenly become very interested in drawing manga, practicing every night, and drawing many stories about Hoshino Sora and them.
Of course, they were all the type unsuitable for those under eighteen.
"You really know how to play!"
Hearing Shiina Mashiro's words, Hoshino Sora's expression was a little surprised, then he couldn't help but exclaim.
"But I like it!~"
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In the afternoon, after lunch, Hoshino Sora, holding an electronic map, toured the Oriental Academy with Erina Nakiri and the others. Along the way, they encountered many other prospective students also visiting.
As the most attractive group on site, Hoshino Sora and his companions naturally became the focus of everyone's attention. Feeling the gazes cast upon them, the young man felt a bit helpless.
Alas, too much attention isn't good. He's watched wherever he goes, but he just wants to tour this school discreetly!
"So handsome! He's a hottie."
"Ugh, I want to ask for his contact information, but why are there so many girls around him? Could they all be his girlfriends?!"
"Not only is the guy handsome, but the girls are all so beautiful too! Blonde hair, great figures, are they foreigners?!"
"I like the white-haired one. Her slightly neutral style really hits the spot! White hair and red eyes are forever divine!"
"Big blonde breasts are justice!"
Pedestrians walked in groups of two or three, looking at Hoshino Sora and the women behind him, everyone discussing, their eyes full of envy.
Seeing so many beauties together at once was truly a super explosive visual impact!
"You guys are being picky. It's obvious those girls are all the girlfriend of the guy in front. Since just now, their gazes, apart from the surrounding buildings, have been on that guy.
But it's normal. A man that handsome, just seeing his body makes me react. To be able to conquer so many girls at once, his abilities in that area must be very strong too!"
Hearing the two boys beside her suddenly start arguing, the girl standing nearby couldn't help but mock them. The situation was very clear: Hoshino Sora was the central figure, the core, of all the girls.
Compared to the rougher boys, their minds were more delicate, better able to notice the various details in front of them. Of course, Hoshino Sora and his group paid no attention to their analysis or discussions.
They leisurely toured the entire school, spending over two hours, getting a general understanding of the locations of various areas. Afterward, when Hoshino Sora received a call, they all headed towards [East Pearl].
Arriving at the restaurant's entrance, Hoshino Sora was immediately drawn to its elegant appearance, standing below and admiring it for a long time.
At the entrance of the restaurant, an exquisite wooden porch stood, with finely carved dragon and phoenix patterns above, symbolizing auspiciousness and nobility, making one marvel at the superb carving skills.
On both sides of the porch, two antique large water tanks were placed, with lush green plants growing inside, adding a touch of vitality to the restaurant.
Entering the restaurant, led by a waitress to a large private room, the first thing that caught the eye was a spacious area, decorated like a poem and a painting with carefully selected furniture and ornaments.
Through the private room's window, the center of the restaurant revealed an open kitchen, where Chefs skillfully prepared various traditional Chinese delicacies, their movements practiced as if hundreds or thousands of times.
Aside from the food, the private room's decor was also quite remarkable. The walls were adorned with ancient Chinese paintings and various calligraphic works, showcasing the essence of traditional Chinese culture.
Red lanterns hung from the ceiling, adding a festive atmosphere to the restaurant.
In addition, the restaurant utilized a large amount of wooden furniture and stone decorations, which also gave the entire space an ancient and elegant ambiance, as if transcending time!
"This place is really good! Not only does it have the cultural atmosphere of ancient China, but you can also see the Chefs working outside through this window. Seriously, every one of them seems extraordinary!"
With his hands on his hips, Yukihira Soma looked at the bold calligraphy and paintings on the wall, then glanced outside through the window, unable to help but exclaim. Dining in such an environment, the ambiance alone was incredibly satisfying.
"Of course. The Chefs working at [East Pearl] are all seniors who graduated from Oriental Academy, and they must have been students who made it onto the Oriental Cuisine List. Their skill level is very high.
By the way, you can also choose your Chef here."
"If you don't choose a Chef, the restaurant will randomly assign the dishes ordered by the customer to an available Chef. During busy times, it has even happened that a single person's order was prepared separately by three or five different Chefs."
Hearing Yukihira Soma's exclamation, Mo Huang smiled and explained that as the recruitment restaurant for the Oriental Academy, East Pearl maintains extremely strict quality control over its cuisine.
"Is that so? Then I must savor it properly!"
"First, take a look at what you'd like to eat. This place can prepare dishes from all over the country; after all, it has gathered Chefs from every corner of the nation.
This book is the restaurant's menu, featuring a total of 1,382 dishes, including 823 home-style dishes, 121 specialty dishes, 413 creative dishes, 50 signature dishes, and 20 Chef's specialties."
Hearing Mo Huang's words, Hoshino Sora nodded. At that moment, Mo Lang's voice rang out, and he handed over a book—a thick menu.
"What?! Just the menu alone has over a thousand dishes! That's amazing!"
Hearing Mo Lang's words, Yukihira Soma on the other side widened his eyes and shouted in disbelief. The look of shock on his face was obvious; clearly, he had been startled by the number of over a thousand dishes.
"Every dish comes with a complimentary dessert. Some set meals include dishes that cannot be ordered individually, and different combinations offer different pairings.
To provide a better experience for diners, the restaurant has specifically listed over two thousand optimal dish combinations."
Seeing Yukihira Soma's shocked expression, Lin Yidao couldn't help but feel a bit proud. This was the heritage of their Hua Xia; it was far superior to those half-baked dishes from Neon!
"Let's taste the food first. I want this Glutton Set Meal. You guys can choose the rest. Looking at the portion size in the picture, it should be just enough to fill me up."
Feeling the weight of the menu in his hand, Hoshino Sora wasn't particularly surprised. After all, even his Dimensional Restaurant had reached three hundred dishes. It was only natural for this Hua Xia restaurant, which had been open for who knows how many years, to have over a thousand.
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