"Hi everyone, I’m Lin Xu. Today, I’m going to teach you a dish that can win a cooking competition—White Jade Lotus Root Strips."
It was 10 a.m. During a lull in the morning rush, Lin Xu started filming today’s food tutorial.
After yesterday’s victory, the White Jade Lotus Root Strips had become incredibly popular. Everyone was curious about the recipe. They wondered just how delicious a cold vegetable dish had to be to beat Gulao Meat and Fried Pork and become the champion of the Fishing Platform cooking contest.
Seizing this popularity, Lin Xu decided to make a video about White Jade Lotus Root Strips. He wanted to give the fans a direct look at how challenging this dish was.
To enhance the filming quality, he made a special trip to an import supermarket to buy a bottle of imported white soy sauce. It was a seasoning often used in Japanese and Western cuisines but rarely in Chinese cooking.
While he was filming the video, Chen Yan at Joyful Media, located in Wangjing, was giving Wu Kexin instructions for today’s livestream.
"Your brother-in-law’s fame has surged since the win. So today, go visit his restaurant again. I’ll have him prepare the White Jade Lotus Root Strips once more so the fans in the livestream can enjoy it."
I think it’s you who wants to enjoy it, but that dish is indeed tempting. Too bad the judges devoured it before I got a taste yesterday... Wu Kexin gave Chen Yan a look, then said, "Okay, I’ll get ready and head out in a bit. Are you coming too, Boss Chen?"
"Yes. This is a crucial time for your transition, so I need to control all aspects of the livestream."
Hmm, I’ll take this chance to feast at my brother-in-law’s place. They’re always flaunting their affection, so I have to find a way to get my own back!
The two women packed up the livestream equipment and, bags in tow, headed down to the parking lot. They then drove the white Porsche 911 toward Yingchun Street.
On the way, Chen Yan asked while driving, "Have you thought about the content for the next livestream? Do I need to communicate with Lin Xu in advance?"
Wu Kexin, recalling her notoriety as the ’Queen of Streaming Disasters,’ said to Chen Yan, "I want Boss Lin to teach me a dish I’ve failed at before. I hate being called the Queen of Streaming Disasters, and I want to shake off that nickname."
"No problem, I’ll discuss it with him once we get there."
Driving along the expressway to the North Fourth Ring, they took the exit near Tsinghua University, made a turn at the intersection, and arrived on Yingchun Street.
Just after turning the corner, Chen Yan pointed to the high school Geng Lele attended, which was opposite them, and said, "Lele said that the pan-fried buns there are really delicious. When you run out of material, you can visit this shop for a livestream."
"Alright, Boss Chen, I’ll keep an eye out for it."
Arriving at Lin Ji’s Food, Chen Yan parked the car in a spot in front of the restaurant and then stepped out, opening her parasol.
Meanwhile, Wu Kexin started the livestream.
She began greeting her online friends, "Hi, I’m Xinxin. Today, we’re continuing our shop visit livestreams. Unfortunately, I missed out on Boss Lin’s White Jade Lotus Root Strips at yesterday’s contest. So today, we’re here at his restaurant to discover what kind of magic this dish possesses to have won the championship at the Fishing Platform cooking competition."
After greeting the viewers, Wu Kexin turned the camera, and the entrance of Lin Ji’s Food appeared before the fans.
Cao Zei Shall Not Die, Only Wither: I just love watching Lin Ji’s shop visit livestreams.
Just Want to Freeload and Do Nothing: You don’t need to say anything; your ID has already revealed everything.
Being a Foodie Is Quite Nice: I’m really curious about Boss Lin’s White Jade Lotus Root Strips. Remember to try it for me, host.
Lin Daiyu Plucks Weeping Willows: I really don’t believe a vegetarian dish can beat meat dishes unless you let me try!
Zhishen Buries Flowers: Hey, you actually have a couple ID with me!
Me, 300 Pounds, Slimmest in the Family: I still prefer meat and have no interest in vegetable dishes.
Aspiring to Be a Senior Pastry Chef: Brother, listen to me and eat some veggies.
Xinxin’s Diehard Fan: I petition for Xinxin to replicate the White Jade Lotus Root Strips!
Xinxin’s Fan Club Pampers Her: We both petition for Xinxin to replicate the White Jade Lotus Root Strips!
The livestream chat was lively.
Many people were eagerly calling for the host to replicate the White Jade Lotus Root Strips.
But Wu Kexin ignored them.
I’m just here to do a livestream; I didn’t plan on making a total fool of myself.
She pushed open the door and walked in.
When Wu Kexin greeted Song Tiantian, the live chat exploded with viewers calling Song Tiantian "my wife," which amused Wu Kexin greatly.
They only dare to get cheeky online.
If anyone dared to shout that in the shop, Song Tiantian would certainly drag them out and toss them across the street.
While she greeted Song Tiantian, Dundun, who was napping on the counter, turned over and, using its mouth, pulled the small blanket next to it more snugly around itself. ᴛʜɪs ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀ ɪs ᴜᴘᴅᴀᴛᴇ ʙʏ N0veI.Fiɾe.net
The chat was flooded with comments like "Wrap up snug, my little quilt!" and some viewers even said they do the same thing when sleeping in an air-conditioned room.
Wu Kexin rubbed Dundun’s head a couple of times, and the clever little cat reciprocated by nuzzling her hand.
The fans in the livestream were instantly charmed by the little creature.
"Wow, such an adorable and well-behaved cat."
"Not only is it adorable, but it also loves to perform all sorts of antics. I suggest checking out the videos Boss Lin makes; there’s a Dundun segment at the end of each one, and it’s always up to something different."
"Otherwise, where do you think Boss Lin’s tens of thousands of followers come from? [Sly]"
"Boss Lin announced he’s making White Jade Lotus Root Strips today too. Looking forward to new antics from Dundun!"
After interacting with Dundun for a bit and making sure its little blanket was tucked in snugly, Wu Kexin moved further inside.