The two went directly to the top floor of the building before leaving the elevator.
The top floor had only one room, lavishly decorated, with an outdoor balcony, an outdoor swimming pool, and a small garden outside the room.
Standing on the edge of the floor, overlooking the beautiful scenery below, there was an illusion that the whole world was at one's feet.
It felt quite impressive.
Facing such a sincere invitation, Liu Ming felt a little touched, but he suspected the other party had some ulterior motive for doing so.
"Mr. Liu, please stay here these days. If you have any other needs, you can call this internal number. This room has a dedicated 24-hour service attendant."
Gin Dojima introduced the layout of the house while explaining to Liu Ming.
"I don't accept benefits without meriting them. You're giving me such an extravagant place; you wouldn't be asking me to do something, would you?" Liu Ming looked at Gin Dojima suspiciously.
Gin Dojima blinked, then smiled, "This place was actually left for you by the Director General."
"Really? That old man is that kind?" Liu Ming stared at him, looking as if he would leave if the truth wasn't revealed.
Gin Dojima scratched his head, then said helplessly, "If you insist on a request, there is a small one."
"On the last day of this lodging training, all the examiners will prepare some dishes to entertain the students who passed. After all, they've worked hard for so many days and deserve to enjoy themselves. At that time, I hope Mr. Liu can also make some of his best dishes."
"To be honest, this is the first time I've heard the Director General praise someone so highly. I really want to taste what your dishes are like." Gin Dojima's eyes sparkled, and an unyielding spirit rose from him.
Gin Dojima graduated from Totsuki Academy and is quite warlike. Although he has matured a lot after experiencing the tempering of society, when he encounters a master chef, he still can't help but want to compete.
However, since Liu Ming was introduced by the Director General, he felt it would be impolite to directly challenge him to a Shokugeki.
As long as he tasted the dishes made by Liu Ming, he should be able to perceive Liu Ming's skill.
Liu Ming thought about it and didn't refuse.
Anyway, it's only one day.
After dinner, Gin Dojima took Liu Ming to a conference room.
Many people were already seated inside.
When they saw Gin Dojima enter, many stood up to greet him, and Gin Dojima responded to each one.
Liu Ming glanced around and noticed many familiar faces.
Chapel, Director and Lecturer of the French Cuisine Department at Totsuki Academy;
Inui Hinako, 80th Generation Totsuki Elite Ten Second Seat, nicknamed - Empress of Mist;
Kikuchi Sonoka, ...
...
Of course, there was also Liu Ming's target this time - Kojiro Shinomiya, 79th Generation Totsuki Elite Ten First Seat, nicknamed - Magician of Vegetable Dishes.
Calling him a target is an exaggeration; it's to prevent him from using some trivial reason to expel Tadokoro Megumi.
After all, Tadokoro Megumi is his, Liu Ming's, apprentice, and he would not allow anyone to expel her for such a ridiculous reason.
"Alright, now that everyone is here, let's discuss the process of this lodging training." Gin Dojima stood at the head of the table and began to speak.
This lodging training would last a full 6 days and 5 nights. Everyone's specific responsibilities would be arranged in advance to avoid mistakes.
Moreover, emergency plans had to be in place so that even if something went wrong, they could react quickly and rectify it in time.
The meeting lasted for more than an hour, and Liu Ming, sitting there, almost fell asleep.
But when you're given food, you're short of words; when you're given things, you're soft-handed. Being treated so thoughtfully by others made it hard for him to refuse.
After the meeting, except for some important people, everyone else left.
"Mr. Dojima, aren't you going to introduce your friend beside you?" Inui Hinako looked curiously at Liu Ming, who was sitting to Gin Dojima's left.
In fact, not just her, but everyone remaining there was very curious about Liu Ming's identity.
You see, that seat isn't just for anyone.
Didn't they see who was sitting to Gin Dojima's right? That was Chapel, who holds the esteemed position of Director of the French Cuisine Department at Totsuki Academy.
And Liu Ming? Few seemed to know him, and most importantly, he was too young; he seemed even younger than them.
It would be strange if they were convinced.
"You mean Mr. Liu? I was just about to introduce him to you." Gin Dojima smiled.
"His name is Liu Ming, and he was personally invited by the Director General to serve as an examiner. He is very skilled in Chinese Cuisine. The Director General greatly admires him and has invited him to teach at Totsuki Academy many times, but he has unfortunately refused."
Liu Ming looked at Gin Dojima speechlessly. "Are you sure you're introducing me this way and not trying to make me an enemy?"
These people, as expected of those who had gone through Totsuki Academy's brutal elimination mechanism, all looked at Liu Ming with a glint of fighting spirit in their eyes.
But would Liu Ming be afraid?
Liu Ming slowly stood up, and the aura of an imperial chef surged from him.
He had just been a harmless young man, but suddenly he transformed into a superior being who controlled life and death.
Under the pressure of this aura, many people showed uncomfortable expressions.
Iko looked at Liu Ming strangely, not understanding what had suddenly happened to him.
It had been solemnly instructed by Thor to take good care of Liu Ming. If anything happened to Liu Ming, it might truly be devoured alive by Thor, the giant dragon.
Just as it was about to transform, Liu Ming held it down.
Iko looked up at the recovered Liu Ming strangely.
Hadn't he been about to make a move just now? Why did he suddenly stop?
"Hehe, it's a small matter, don't be nervous." After reassuring Iko, Liu Ming looked at the startled crowd.
Liu Ming was not Thor after all. Although the aura he released shocked everyone present, it would not make them cower.
"My name is Liu Ming, hello everyone," Liu Ming said calmly.
No one would underestimate this stranger, Liu Ming, now. Although they didn't know his culinary skills, the momentary aura he exuded was definitely not something a minor figure could possess.
No wonder he was personally invited by the Demon King of Cooking.
"Hahaha, as expected of Mr. Liu, he's truly formidable." Gin Dojima quickly stepped in to smooth things over. He said with a laugh, "From now on, everyone will be colleagues, let's not make the atmosphere so tense."
Liu Ming gave him a sidelong glance. "Whose fault is this?"
If Gin Dojima hadn't just casually praised him, Kojiro Shinomiya and the others wouldn't have become interested in him.