color.
Fragrance.
Taste.
Shape.
Utensil.
Achieving perfect harmony.
At the same time, it can also give people the state of "mind-body unity" where spirit and matter are highly unified, only gourmet food can do that!
To put it simply.
Gourmet food, although it is a basic condition for human survival.
But it is not just as simple as filling one's stomach, it is also an intuitive feeling of happiness, a "cheap luxury".
However.
No matter how good the food is.
No matter how exquisite the cuisine is.
For Mana Nakiri, it was no longer a feast for the taste buds, but an unusually heavy burden and struggle.
Whenever the dishes on the dining table came into view, an indescribable resistance and fear would involuntarily surge in her heart, as if every bite of food was a test of her self-will!
But all this, after meeting Chu Yang, quietly changed dramatically.
…
Chu Yang.
A young chef with an almost obsessive pursuit of the art of cooking.
His background is always a mystery. The WGO organization has been investigating until now, but still cannot find any information about him!
But.
The only thing that can be confirmed is that his cooking skills are outrageously strong!
Any kitchen, in his eyes, is a magical place.
Every dish he makes contains his deep understanding of ingredients and unlimited creativity.
And his cooking skills are not only limited to the ultimate pursuit of taste, but also in the magic that can touch people's hearts and awaken dormant taste buds!
I vaguely remember.
The first time I met Chu Yang.
I, just wanted to try it out of a nearly desperate attempt.
But he, knowing that he was suffering from the curse of God's Tongue and knowing about his anorexia, did not offer too much verbal comfort, but just smiled and prepared a special dish for her:
A plate of fried rice as eye-catching as a comet streaking across the night sky!
…
Golden rice grains.
Under Chu Yang's skillful stir-frying, they seemed to be endowed with life.
Constantly jumping, rotating, each grain sparkling with an alluring luster, like the brightest stars in the night sky, or the brilliant tail left by a comet streaking across the sky.
The addition of Qingjiang vegetables and spinach added a touch of mystery and fantasy to this plate of fried rice.
Two kinds of vegetables.
Gently wrapped around the rice grains.
Neither overly ostentatious nor understated, it perfectly showcased its presence, like the hazy and charming halo around a comet.
In the past, Mana Nakiri would definitely not even bother to look at such a dish made with ordinary ingredients.
…
Finally.
It was only after Annie's persistent persuasion that she carefully tasted a bite.
At that moment, she felt as if she was surrounded by a gentle force, and her long-lost appetite was quietly awakened.
She was surprised to find.
She, surprisingly, was able to enjoy the pleasure brought by food.
That feeling of satisfaction surging from the bottom of her heart was definitely something she had not experienced for a long time.
And it was after that, Mana Nakiri was completely conquered by Chu Yang. She began to look forward to every encounter with Chu Yang, and even more, she looked forward to finding that love and expectation for life in Chu Yang's cooking.
Yes!
Chu Yang's cooking.
For her, it was a delicacy to satisfy her appetite, and also a good medicine to heal her soul.
Even, in the end.
She also found that she had developed a deep dependence on Chu Yang.
But this dependence was not a burden, but a warm and beautiful emotional sustenance.
Chu Yang, of course, also noticed Mana Nakiri's change.
He used his own methods to constantly try new dishes, just to let this person who was cursed by God's Tongue experience the joy and happiness brought by delicious food again!
Later, it was probably "love at first sight".
And also knowing that Chu Yang had no relatives in this world, Mana Nakiri proactively offered to adopt Chu Yang and asked him to serve as a WGO executive.
Chu Yang did not answer immediately at that time, but quietly gazed at Mana.
After a moment of silence, his handsome face slowly bloomed into a gentle smile, and then he nodded.
So.
From that moment on.
A new bond of destiny between the two began to weave!
…
Moonlight.
Through the half-closed curtains.
It mottledly sprinkled into Mana Nakiri's courtyard, adding a touch of gentle color to this quiet space.
Mana Nakiri, whose complexion was slightly better, was still sitting in front of the table in a kneeling position at this moment, but she was holding an old photo tightly in her hand.
It was a warm moment she and Chu Yang left in the spring flower sea.
Upon closer inspection.
Chu Yang in the photo showed a sunny smile, and his eyes sparkled with wisdom and calmness.
And Mana gazed at him gently, her love and expectation overflowing.
At this moment, Mana's thoughts.
Like the willow branches swaying gently outside the window, lingering and delicate.
She couldn't help but recall the days when Chu Yang left the WGO gourmet organization headquarters to inspect various famous restaurants in France!
Two months ago, when he was about to leave, the reluctance and concern in her heart surged like a tide, making her feel mixed emotions.
Whenever it was late at night.
Or when she was alone in an empty room.
Chu Yang's figure would quietly appear in her mind, bringing an indescribable warmth and strength.
…
"Chu Yang."
"I…I really miss you so much!"
Mana whispered to herself, her voice full of deep concern for her adopted son, Chu Yang.
Her gaze fell on the photo again, as if she wanted to see Chu Yang's current appearance through this small piece of paper.
Just then.
A faint blush quietly crept onto her cheeks.
It was the shyness and sweetness that she herself had not even noticed, because her longing was too strong.
"Lady Mana, you're blushing!"
Beside her, Annie saw Mana Nakiri's shy appearance, her eyes rolled around, and then she whispered slyly.
"Ah?"
"Is there?"
Mana Nakiri touched her hot cheeks, feeling a little shy.
In fact, she knew.
That emotion had already transcended simple "mother-son" affection; it incorporated more care, expectation, and understanding!
Chu Yang was not only her adopted son but also an indispensable part of her life, a spiritual sustenance and reliance.
Whenever she thought of Chu Yang.
She had the hope of continuing to live!
It was as if no matter how great the difficulties and challenges she encountered, as long as she thought of him, everything could be solved.