Food Stall: Customers Chase Me across the Country

Chapter 649 - 594: The First Dessert—Frost’s Blessing: Persimmon Prosperity

Fernando’s comment wasn’t specifically aimed at Wang Fan; he simply looked down on all the pastry chefs from Huaxia.

They’re a nation that respects strength, a trait traceable back to Ancient Rome; they show no mercy to the weak.

His words might just sound unpleasant in Huaxia, but in his hometown, that would be top-tier insult.

Even though Wang Fan couldn’t quite grasp the full meaning, he could guess from that arrogant demeanor.

He’s too lazy for verbal confrontation; he focuses on making desserts. Getting into a verbal spat would taint both his mouth and his heart. How could the dessert still taste good?

Huaxia is a hospitable nation. Later, we’ll give him a good taste of failure’s bitter fruit, and I’m sure it will satisfy him.

"Guys, quick, watch the live stream! Boss Wang is the first to take the stage!"

"Come support, come support! That pesky French chef actually said Boss Wang’s clothes are disgusting! Uncle can bear it, but aunty can’t! Boss Wang, teach him a lesson!"

"With Boss Wang’s level, shouldn’t he be the grand finale? I thought we wouldn’t see him obliterate the competition until later rounds, and yet, here he is?"

"Ha, I guessed long ago Boss Wang would be first. Other people clearly don’t have the right mindset looking at those foreign pastry chefs. They lack both confidence and determination to win. Going up would be a giveaway. Boss Wang must go out and crush the competition to restore their resolve."

"Ditching, ditching. Barely got back to the desk five minutes ago, heading back to the restroom for some idle time, at least the director’s not around today."

In Kainan University’s lecture hall, Zhuo Qianqian zoned out in class for the first time, repeatedly reaching into her pocket to see if the competition had started.

Seeing her boyfriend already in position, she couldn’t take her eyes off the phone.

Tsk tsk, Boss looks really handsome in that outfit!

But wouldn’t it have been better if he wore the Little Chef special effects chef cosplay I prepared for him?

Ah, too bad I’m not there. Otherwise, I’d hack the mall’s sound system and play "The Great Wall" as soon as Boss presents his dessert. Just imagining the scene is thrilling. Childhood nostalgia coming to life, right?

The professor on the podium glanced at Zhuo Qianqian, clearly distracted, and didn’t bother to hide her phone in the front row.

But considering that she usually performs well, and probably has already self-studied this course, didn’t say much more.

"Student Zhuo, you seem unwell. Why don’t you visit the infirmary or go back to the dorm to rest? Balancing study and rest is important."

Geniuses need extra care. If she’s looking at her phone, it must be for something crucial. This professor understands people.

Hearing her name, Zhuo Qianqian was startled, then understood the professor’s intention from his gaze: "Ah, a bit unwell, I’ll head back to the dorm, I’ll make up today’s class myself, thank you, professor."

Other classmates envied Zhuo Qianqian’s importance in the professor’s eyes; her dorm mates were almost driven mad with jealousy.

That healthy as an ox kind of physique doesn’t seem unwell.

The dogs know she’s off to watch the match!

We want to watch too! The things Boss Wang makes are practically artworks; watching their creation is a delight!

The three exchanged a glance, all tempted, but just as they were about to act, the professor’s stern voice rose: "Some students, please do not chatter and disrupt class order. Not paying attention might lead to failing."

Alright then, people always differ.

Sigh!

Second Uncle wasn’t working today, just glued to his phone at his store. When customers came, he told them to help themselves and make their own cuts and counts, promoting a self-service model.

"Second Uncle, what are you so engrossed in watching? Be careful, someone might steal your meat."

The braised meat shop business was flourishing, full of regulars and new-comers through recommendations, and diners all called him Second Uncle.

Without lifting his head, Second Uncle replied, "Let them take it if they want, don’t talk about stealing, if they’re hungry, it’s okay to have a bite to stave off hunger. My nephew is competing with foreigners today."

Upon hearing this, the customer didn’t leave; instead, he bought a big shank, paid, then sat next to Second Uncle to watch the match together.

"Boss Wang’s being a big-shot; doesn’t even think of coming back to visit Erbin. If he doesn’t come back soon, Central Street will have to roll out the carpet again."

"Not even a shank can shut your mouth. Keep babbling, and I’ll raise the price for you."

"Haha, please don’t. I survive off this weekly shank treat. If the price goes up, I can’t afford it. By the way, Second Uncle, don’t you have a TV in your store? Why not stream it there?"

"How do I do that? I’ve never tried before."

"Let me do it."

The customer took the phone, fiddled with it, and the live stream appeared on the TV.

Second Uncle praised, "This is nice, much clearer than watching on the phone."

By then, Wang Fan had already started preparing, the cameraman nearby capturing his every move for the live stream.

In front of him was a plate of round, plump little persimmons, looking very festive.

Many people realized only upon seeing this plate of persimmons that it was already late October.

Smiling, the host Zhang Tao said, "Dear viewers, you can see persimmons on Boss Wang’s station. Today is actually one of the twenty-four solar terms, the Frost’s Descent. As the air becomes cold and congeals, dew forms frost, autumn departs, and winter comes, leaving everything at rest, except persimmon trees hanging lanterns. It’s very seasonal to choose persimmons for making desserts today. Also, we have many persimmon trees in Sichuan, mainly around Leshan, Renshou, Nanchong, and Guanghan. From late October onwards, these persimmon forests enter their best viewing period, with branches laden with red persimmons. It’s one of the best tourist destinations, so we welcome all visitors for a visit to enjoy the view and taste the persimmons."