In a Shokugeki, having the judges designate the theme might seem unfair, but in an exam, it's very normal for the examiners to set the theme.
The theme for the transfer student exam, for instance, was personally designated by Erina Nakiri.
However, upon hearing the theme of eel, Erina Nakiri's eyebrows still furrowed almost imperceptibly.
This was because eel is a very common ingredient in Italy, consumed every Christmas, which would be very advantageous for Shiratsu Jurio.
Moreover, she glanced at Azami Nakiri not far away; her father would certainly intentionally vote for others, and it would be hard to guarantee that Eizan Etsuya and the others would give fair evaluations.
This made her worry about Satou.
"Eel, huh?"
Satou also pondered. In truth, he was already quite proficient in Chinese cuisine, Japanese cuisine, and Western cuisine, so this theme wasn't particularly disadvantageous for him.
Aside from... his studies at Far Moon, a large part of his skills were thanks to Erina Nakiri.
Erina Nakiri is an all-rounder chef. As the heir of Far Moon, she received comprehensive culinary education from a young age and is intimately familiar with all kinds of dishes. This is something no one else can compare to, not even Eishi Tsukasa.
During their cohabitation, Satou learned a great deal from her.
However, eel is also a common ingredient in Chinese cuisine and Japanese cuisine.
Satou thought for a moment and decided to make Chinese cuisine, as it would be more distinctive.
At this moment, everyone else had already started moving quickly.
Satou also picked an eel and was about to butcher it when Alice Nakiri suddenly leaned over, supporting herself on the counter with both hands, chin resting on them, which made her chest appear even fuller and more prominent.
"Alice, what are you doing here?"
Satou couldn't help but ask.
"Hey, hey, Satou, I just thought about it. My dad prefers girls, and my mom prefers boys. Do you think if we have a boy or a girl, it would be easier to get our parents' approval?"
Alice Nakiri looked at him with a somewhat serious expression and asked.
Satou was a bit exasperated; this guy really was here to play, wasn't she? To be thinking about such things at this moment. If Reioura Nakiri knew about the "surprise" her daughter was preparing for her, she would surely faint from anger.
"Uh, I think if we do that, Aunt will definitely be very angry."
Satou thought for a moment and said.
"Hey, Alice, no talking during the selection! Get back to your spot."
Erina Nakiri looked at her cousin with a dark expression and said exasperatedly.
"What?! Erina, don't be so noisy! I'm discussing something very, very important with Satou!"
Alice Nakiri puffed out her cheeks and cried out angrily.
"Uh, what 'very important' thing?"
Erina Nakiri was stunned, somewhat bewildered.
If she knew what the "very important" thing Alice was talking about was, she would definitely faint from anger.
The others looked at Alice Nakiri, also speechless.
What I'm saying is that Azami Nakiri usurped power and pushed for Erina Nakiri to become the next Head Chef because in the Regiment Shokugeki, Senzaemon Nakiri saw the growth of the new generation, which is why he handed over the Head Chef position to her; otherwise, it wouldn't have happened so quickly.
Actually, Author Jun is also very troubled when writing about Azami Nakiri. If I write a bit more, people say it's filler. If I write less, they say it's a rushed ending.
But since he appeared before, I have to write about him. However, if I write it exactly as in the manga, it would require a large section, and that doesn't seem to have much meaning, so I'll finish it as quickly as possible, at most tens of thousands of words.
Although it will seem hasty.
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