Chapter 909: Pushing the Limits (Part 2)

Fu Yu quickly turned his head and smiled at Liu Yunong, “Master, you’re still thinking about me. Thank you, Master!”

Liu Yunong smiled and led them to the car.

Fu Yu and Liu Yuqing followed behind, and Liu Yuqing asked, “Is it just my sister who cares about you?”

Fu Yu leaned closer and whispered, “I know you care about me the most, I’m just riding on your coattails.”

Liu Yuqing snorted, “Smart of you to recognize that!”

Just as Fu Yu was about to speak, an electronic notification suddenly sounded in his ear:

[Ding! NPC Godfather Zhao Meng’s long-term chain mission: Complete all the established goals, surpass Che Yuhang, and break each of his achievements one by one, as promised. Set task (5): Serve as a research group consultant. Task completed, reward received: RMB +100, Che Yuhang’s personal skill: Intermediate Pickling Skill.]

Fu Yu immediately straightened his back and appeared delighted!

Teacher Liu, you truly are my benefactor!

Once I join the research group, I’ll definitely give it my all!

Fu Yu happily looked at his gains, his fondness for Liu Shaoxian leapt yet again.

Teacher Liu is truly amazing!

Capable, highly skilled, and willing to help me out.

If he hadn’t introduced me to the association and assisted me all the way, how could I have smoothly received the task rewards consecutively?

When I meet him next, I must express my gratitude properly!

…

Sitting hand in hand with Liu Yuqing in the back seat, Fu Yu smiled exceptionally brightly.

Today, he was genuinely happy!

So much gained, surprise after surprise!

Without any effort, he received task rewards.

Such good fortune is rare in everyday life.

And the rewards were quite nice too.

Seeing the money for the train ticket to the provincial city reimbursed by the system in the blink of an eye, the smile on Fu Yu’s face grew even brighter.

Liu Yunong came over to attend the annual meeting with her sister and was busy socializing the entire event without having time to eat.

Now, picking up Fu Yu, she could finally have a peaceful meal.

Liu Yunong drove them to a local heritage restaurant for a meal.

The three sat down, eating and chatting.

Liu Yunong carefully asked Fu Yu about his assistance in cracking the illegal workshop case. After understanding, she nodded: “I didn’t expect Chef Luo to be someone significant. Although he caused a stir this time, he effectively curbed the situation from the source. The shop must dismiss the buyer and the offending chef, and definitely shouldn’t leave an opening for such issues. Otherwise, Four Seas Banquet might soon reach its end.”

“However, you were a bit impulsive. Didn’t you consider what if Chef Luo had approved of this all along? Causing such a scene might have cut off his financial stream?”

Fu Yu’s sunny and handsome smile lit up as he sat closely with Liu Yuqing, looking pleasing at first glance.

Fu Yu said, “I acted on impulse, found out, and revealed it instantly. But Chef Luo is quite straightforward. I believe I judged him correctly. You’re right, though; I was somewhat reckless. In hindsight, there were gentle ways to bring it up, but at that time, my mind was hot-headed, and I didn’t ponder properly.”

Liu Yunong thought of saying it was no big deal; after all, the intention was good, and since Luo Rang was just the head chef of Four Seas Banquet, there’s nothing much to fear.

But the words felt awkward as soon as they reached her lips. Whenever she saw Fu Yu lately, she subconsciously treated him as family. Glancing at her sister, an inexplicable, nuanced feeling arose.

The young lad is still green; without experiencing many things firsthand, how would he grow?

As Fu Yu’s master, she hoped to impart her culinary art to him.

And as family, she wished him to excel and thrive.

Fu Yu rushed to the provincial city late at night for a meeting with the inspection team tomorrow.

When Liu Shaoxian suggested it, Liu Yunong was present too. Unexpectedly, his efficiency was quite high, considering how quickly things got done.

Liu Yunong laughed, “You definitely must thank Liu Shaoxian properly when you get the chance.”

“Absolutely.” Fu Yu nodded. “Teacher Liu already submitted an application on my behalf before. However, today he also mentioned it to the vice president, taking advantage of the conference. Besides, I heard the inspection team saw my news. Without Teacher Liu’s hard push, things wouldn’t have gone so smoothly.”

Liu Yunong genuinely noted, “Liu Shaoxian… is really quite remarkable.”

Listening to Fu Yu, Liu Yunong realized the shift.

Her impression of Liu Shaoxian improved, though she barely knew him beyond a couple of brief encounters.

Lacking much interaction, she only knew of his strong expertise.

Unexpectedly, he was also so efficient!

Thinking this, Liu Yunong reminded Fu Yu, “Have you informed Liu Shaoxian that you’ve already arrived in the provincial city?”

Fu Yu slapped his forehead, almost forgetting.

He quickly picked up his phone to make a call.

Liu Yunong interjected, “Call him later; they’re probably also dining.”

Fu Yu agreed and nodded, “Okay, I’ll contact him once I return.”

After dinner, the three drove back to the hotel.

Upon arrival, Liu Yunong handed Fu Yu a room card.

The Liu sisters stayed in a standard room, whereas Fu Yu got a deluxe room.

After escorting Fu Yu to his room, Liu Yunong glanced at Liu Yuqing, who was constantly glued to Fu Yu, and proactively said, “After such a long day, I’m tired too. Clean up and take an early rest.”

She also specifically instructed Liu Yuqing, “Help Xiaofu organize a bit and come back; I have some assignments for you.”

The two agreed promptly.

Liu Yunong didn’t linger and, upon leaving, made sure to close the door behind her.

The two finally had a chance to be alone, and Liu Yuqing joyfully jumped forward into Fu Yu’s embrace.

“You’re amazing!”

Fu Yu quickly wrapped his arms around her, chuckling, “You’re just realizing this now?”

Liu Yuqing looked at Fu Yu with adoration, “Of course not, I’ve always known you’re extraordinarily talented!”

Fu Yu lowered his head to meet her gaze, grinning broadly, “Just verbal praise…”

Before he could finish, Liu Yuqing gave him a quick kiss.

In a hotel room, just the two of them.

The timing, setting, and people were all perfect.

If he didn’t seize the opportunity, would he even be considered a man?

The thought flashed across his mind, and Fu Yu indeed seized the moment…

The sweetness of young love unfolds in such simple, beautiful ways.

…

Liu Yunong was in quite a good mood today.

With Fu Yu prospering, it only brought her, his teacher, honor.

At Fu Yu’s young age, gaining membership in the Provincial Gourmet Association and the National Herbal Cuisine Research Association alone could make him fairly known within the circles.

Adding today’s news stunt, Four Seas Banquet would certainly advertise heavily.

Even if not for positive image promotion, for the sake of the restaurant’s reputation, they’d surely publicize the event well.

At the minimum, they couldn’t let negative remarks about the restaurant spread.

Thinking about this, Liu Yunong became more and more satisfied with Fu Yu.

Back in her room, Liu Yunong called Wang Yulong.

Once connected, Liu Yunong instructed, “Chef Wang, I won’t be making it to the store tomorrow. Things here in the provincial city aren’t complete, and I’ll be delayed another day.”

Wang Yulong chuckled, “Okay, I understand. Don’t worry about the store, I’ll keep a good eye on it.”

Liu Yunong nodded, indeed, with Wang Yulong around, there’d be no issues in the kitchen.

Just then, she received another call, saw it was Liu Shaoxian, and said, “Chef Wang, something’s come up on my end, so I’ll have to end this here.”

Quickly, Liu Yunong answered Liu Shaoxian’s call, “Hello, Brother Liu?”

Liu Shaoxian cheerfully replied, “Yunong, I hope I didn’t disturb your rest?”

Liu Yunong responded promptly, “Not at all, Brother Liu. Did you need something?”

Liu Shaoxian stated, “I saw you at the conference today, but there were too many people around, so I couldn’t have a word with you. I’ll be returning with the inspection team tomorrow morning. I’ve arranged to meet with Xiaofu here in the provincial city. If you’re still around, how about we gather once more tomorrow before I leave?”