The weather was scorching, and the organizers of the Eight Treasures Conference prepared some light meals. Hua Xiaomai was so hot she was sweating all over and didn't have much of an appetite. She casually drank some barley and mung bean soup before putting down her bowl, but she kept urging Meng Yuhuai to eat more. After the meal, they exchanged a few words before each leaned back in their chairs for a rest.
In the afternoon's competition, the selected ingredients turned out to be Fish Crisp, green shrimp, tofu, and a small handful of lychees, which at first glance seemed a bit puzzling. Wang Zhanrui, after the morning's competition, was in high spirits and discussed with Hua Xiaomai that he would take charge of the dish again.
"You watch from the side, and if you think anything is amiss, we can discuss it anytime, how about that?"
"Sure."
