The night wind was very cool.
In a port city in the northeast region of Japan, there was a hotel.
For many travelers staying in this city, that exquisite Japan building could probably be considered "home."
Tatami rooms, calligraphy and paintings, alcoves with flower arrangements, paper sliding doors and windows, and futons…
In this Japan-style space, you could enjoy delicious food, and even soak in a comfortable bath to relax.
And this place, like a paradise on earth, was Tadokoro Megumi's hometown:
Shoukeien!
…
At this moment, the hazy moonlight.
It spilled into the quiet courtyard, and even more, it softly shone on a mature woman.
The years had smoothed the corners of her eyes, but her clear eyes were still full of passion for life and a hint of innocence.
She was wearing a deep blue kimono with exquisite floral patterns, which perfectly matched her blue hair. Her demeanor was elegant, and her expression was full of confidence.
Every flower and blade of grass around her seemed to be deeply attracted by her temperament!
"Sigh, I wonder."
"How is Megumi doing at Totsuki Culinary Academy?"
Sighing, the mature woman picked up her teacup, took a light sip, and continued to admire the night view.
"Mom, I'm home."
"Wuwuwu… I really missed you!"
Suddenly, a sweet and clear voice rang out beside her.
Although she hadn't heard this voice for a long time, the mature woman looked surprised and quickly turned her head to look: "Megumi, is that you, Megumi? No, it really is you, you… you actually came home?"
The beautiful night continued.
And Tadokoro Megumi, who had suddenly returned to her hometown, finally got to see her mother as she wished!
…
The next day, early morning.
Sosuke, who had woken up from his sleep, could only rub his eyes helplessly, throw back the covers, and get out of bed.
After tidying up and washing, he went to the kitchen to prepare some breakfast.
Although it was currently the second upgrade period for the Izakaya, everything could still be used, of course, just not for business.
But as soon as he arrived at the first-floor kitchen, Sosuke was slightly stunned, feeling incredible.
Nakiri Erina, dressed in a pristine white chef's uniform, looked like a shining piece of white jade from a distance, giving off a cool, noble, and pure feeling, and perfectly showcasing her well-proportioned figure!
"Sosuke, how did you sleep last night?"
Erina slightly raised her head and glanced at Sosuke, asking softly.
"I slept alright, but no, why aren't you resting properly? Why did you come to the kitchen so early in the morning?"
Sosuke withdrew his astonished gaze and asked.
"To make breakfast."
"I… I want to personally make breakfast for… for you!"
After speaking, Erina lowered her head and continued to busy herself. If one observed carefully, they would notice a faint blush slowly creeping onto her delicate and pretty little face.
Seeing this, Sosuke only smiled knowingly, and then he wisely left the kitchen.
…
It is said that during the Nara period, a dim sum called "Hundun" was introduced to Japan from the Celestial Dynasty.
This dim sum was a dumpling with filling made from processed wheat flour. People would cook "Hundun" in soup to eat, and after it was cooked, it was called "Wundun."
Later, it evolved in some unknown way, gradually becoming the current Udon!
Udon formed during the Muromachi period and entered the homes of common people in Japan during the Edo period.
After the Genroku period, Japan began to mass-produce sauce, so eating noodles mixed with sauce also became popular.
Later, especially in modern times, various ways of eating were developed, such as: pairing with Tempura, Udon mixed with egg, Duck Namban Udon, and so on.
In short, Udon remains a popular food in Japan to this day.
And now, the breakfast Nakiri Erina was going to make was Udon cuisine.
She opened two stoves at the same time; on one side, she boiled Udon, and on the other side, she added 1 spoon of salt and a few drops of oil to the water, blanching okra and egg yolk. The okra only needed a quick blanch.
Then, she took an egg, placed it in a pot with a fine strainer, and cooked it until it was semi-solid.
Afterward, she scooped out the Udon, placed it in the same bowl with the okra and the half-cooked egg, and finally drizzled it with the dipping sauce that had already been prepared.
This seemingly ordinary Udon breakfast was thus completed.
…
Upon closer inspection, each Udon noodle had a diameter of about 4.8 millimeters.
It was roughly as thick as the tip of a chopstick, and after cooking, it emitted a gentle, white-jade-like glow.
As for the soup, it was very clear. An ordinary person seeing this soup might think it was simple noodle soup with a bit of sauce.
But Sosuke, with just a slight sniff, instantly knew that this clear soup base was made from bonito, sardine, mackerel, and various other fish flakes and kelp.
"Is this all for breakfast?"
Sosuke withdrew his gaze, a slight smile playing on his lips, and asked.
"Yes, I originally wanted to make some Western-style bread, sandwiches, or baked muffins, but the Izakaya's current ingredients really couldn't make them, so I could only make some Udon!"
Nakiri Erina's ten fingers kept intertwining, her eyes darting around without a fixed focus.
It was clear that she was a bit nervous.
She was also very afraid that Sosuke would not be satisfied with the breakfast she made.
It was indeed surprising to think that Erina, an arrogant girl with the God Tongue ability, displayed a level of skill that even a Totsuki monster like Gin Dojima would marvel at.
Yet, in front of the Chef of this Izakaya, she behaved timidly.
After much thought, it might be due to a suppression of ability, after all, who could blame Sosuke's cooking for being able to conquer the God Tongue?
Of course, it was also possible that she rarely cooked for Sosuke herself.
No, not "rarely," but "for the first time." So, facing the most important "first time" in her life, nervousness and fear were certainly unavoidable.
"Hehe, Udon is also very good."
"If people knew that I could taste the cooking of a noble young lady like you in this lifetime, how envious would they be?"
Picking up a steaming bowl of Udon, Sosuke said jokingly.
"Of course, how many people in this world dream of eating my cooking?"
Hearing this, Erina's arrogant streak immediately reappeared.
"Oh, I'm just joking with you, and you really dare to stick your tail up to the sky?"
Seeing Erina's adorable appearance, Sosuke almost couldn't hold back his laughter.
"Hey!"
"Are you making fun of me again?"
Erina, upon hearing this, blushed and quickly slapped the table, pouting with annoyance.
"Alright, alright, I won't joke with you anymore. I need to quickly eat this bowl of Udon, or it'll get mushy later!"
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After speaking, Sosuke picked up the Udon with his chopsticks and slurped it into his mouth.
…
That chewiness seemed deeply integrated into the noodles, flawless and just right.
The Udon was thick, each strand was very chewy and springy, and when chewed in the mouth, it had the aroma of wheat.
Indeed, for an ordinary person, if they could eat such Udon in this lifetime, the light of "Udon God" would definitely flash in their heart!
Wonderful!
Truly indescribably wonderful!
Moreover, in addition to the perfectly textured and flavored noodles.
It's also worth mentioning the dipping sauce.
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