Hao Ren was bought home by Old Man Han, and they sat down in the living room. The young man did not feel any enmity from the old man this time. He thought, 'He seems to have gone through a character development arc in secret. Well, at least Lingshi's dad is still the same, idiot.'
As he was thinking about the situation, Gao Yue came over with a maid behind her. She was surprised to see Hao Ren and asked, "Who is going to make the introductions?"
Han Lingshi jumped over and said, "Grandma, this is Hao Ren, my classmate."
Then she looked back at Hao Ren and introduced the old lady. Hao Ren bowed in a greeting and Gao Yue smiled as she said, "What a handsome and well mannered young man. Tell me about your family."
Hao Ren did not think much and told her. His parents were still county officials in teaching and judicial departments just like they were in the past life. After introductions, Gao Yue began to discuss about art and politics with Hao Ren, who did not step back but kept up with her and even showcased his own knowledge in this.
The elder couple was really taken aback by how wise Hao Ren was. They did not expect him to have so much knowledge and ideas. It was as if they were talking to an old man. (Well, he was an old man.)
Hao Ren was happy to indulge the old couple because the more surprised they become the more impression points he gained. The impression bar had levels and at this moment, Hao Ren could only be considered to be a good friend with Han Lingshi. The young man was also not in a hurry, because he loved to spend the quite time with his wife in this world.
The lunch was served and after a meal, Han Lingshi said, "Despite all the skills, they still cannot beat Hao Ren in cooking."
Gao Yue and Old Man Han raised their brows and Han Lingshi realized that she blundered, and said, "I tasted the food he brings for lunch. He cooks way better than the chefs in the kitchen."
Old Man Han let out a sigh and held his forehead in his hand, as he asked, "Lingshi, did you forget that Chef Mark is competitive?"
Han Lingshi sat up straight and looked over her shoulder, a middle aged man seem to be glaring at her. However, she looked at Hao Ren and then said, "I am not insulting him but Ren can beat him. Can't you, Ren?"
*Ding: Host, take it away and give them a taste of your skills.*
Hao Ren smiled and said, "How about I cook a dessert and everyone can be the judge? Chef, do you agree?"
He asked the chef, who said, "The young are not afraid of the tiger. Very well, I will accommodate you. However, if you lose, I hope that the Young Miss take back her remark."
Han Lingshi raised her chin and said, "Coldly, deal. But if you lose, I hope Chef Mark can act a bit more humble in the future."
Then she exchanged a glance with Hao Ren and gave him a thumb's up gesture for luck as the young man went to the kitchen with a smile. His skills did not need any proof, but it was a task, and he was not going to back off because Han Lingshi betted on him,
The young man began to cook, and after half an hour, a strong sweet fruity aroma emitted from the kitchen. The people were surprised. Chef Mark did not go inside, because he did not wish to see what the young man could do, he was not interested in it. However, the staff that came out with the food trolley behind Hao Ren was all shocked.
Four servings of the dish were presented, and each one was given to the elders. They could not understand what it was when they saw the foamy creamy colored item. Hao Ren said, "This is my take on fruit cream. It is all fruit juices whipped with cream in them. No sweeteners are used to ensure the fruit flavor comes out on the top. The cream is to provide a base and a binding agent. Also, the foamy texture is to keep it light on the stomach. Please eat." Tʜe source of this ᴄontent ɪs NoveI-Fire.ɴet
The elders nodded and quickly took a bit, and they closed their eyes. It was as if a chilled juice had been sprinkled on their tongues, yet it drenched their souls. Hao Ren said, "The flavors are all different, and I hope they are to your liking."
Chef Mark ate the dish and his eyes opened wide in shock, before he sighed and said, "I admit defeat. I did not expect such a taste, heck, I cannot even think about coming up with such a recipe."
The chef gobbled up the dish, and then sighed and bowed to Hao Ren and Han Lingshi. Gao Yue and Old Man Han also praised Hao Ren, who humbly smiled and nodded, before the system said, *Ding: Host, your reward is...*
Hao Ren looked at his watch and said, "It is getting late, I should get going. The dorm has a curfew."
The old couple nodded with kind smiles and Han Lingshi said, "I will see you off to the gate."
Hao Ren nodded, and then the two walked out while chatting. The old lady said, "He has the bearings of a dragon."
Old Man Han nodded and replied, "He made that old Yuan back off, so he must have something hidden about him. However, as long as he does not harm Lingshi, we should let them be. The younger generation should be responsible for their decisions."
Gao Yue nodded and said, "I will tell Ming to mind his own business, that daughter loving demon gets possessive when it is about her and his brain goes to dump."
Old Man Han nodded, and then they began to handle their own affairs.
Hao Ren stood on the doorway of the house and smiled at Han Lingshi as he said, "Thank you for the meal, I will get going now."
Han Lingshi nodded and said, "Go well, text me that you have reached safely."
Hao Ren was surprised but then he asked, "How? I do not have your number yet."
Han Lingshi smiled and asked, "Then can you not ask me for it?"
Hao Ren was surprised and embarrassed as he detected the sarcasm in her voice and asked, "Can I have your phone number, Lingshi?"