I'm the Culinary God

Grandpa Yu felt sorry for his granddaughter and said to his daughter:

"Xiaohui, you take a look at the accounts first, I’ll take Tongtong to Lin Ji’s Food to play for a while, and while we’re there, I’ll pack two roast chickens for you guys. The roast chicken at Lin Ji’s is selling faster and faster, better to get them early."

"Alright, you can take Tongtong, but this time don’t let her have any sweets, she’s getting cavities."

"Won’t happen, even if she lies on the ground crying, I won’t let her eat anything."

After saying that, Grandpa Yu took a roasted sausage in one hand, held Tongtong’s hand with the other, and left the supermarket.

As soon as they stepped out, Tongtong gave Grandpa a thumbs up:

"Great acting skill!"

Grandpa Yu finished the rest of the sausage in one bite and casually tossed the bamboo skewer into the trash can beside them, then said to Tongtong:

"If you have cavities, you really can’t eat indiscriminately... Come on, let’s go find Dundun to play while Lin Ji’s is not open yet."

When they approached the store, Tongtong suddenly whispered:

"Grandpa, is Lele here? I want to talk to her about something."

Grandpa Yu looked down at his granddaughter:

"What’s up? Planning to collude?"

"No, I tricked my mom a couple of days ago, saying that eating Mushroom Force and Boli Seaweed would help me get into the gifted class. My mom actually bought them and said she wanted to ask Lele about it..."

The little girl felt that if she didn’t give a heads-up, her lie would be exposed sooner or later.

That’s why she was in such a hurry to come to Lin Ji’s Food.

Grandpa Yu checked the time; it wasn’t even five yet. According to Tsinghua University’s schedule, classes likely weren’t over yet, as Professor Cui would leisurely ride a shared bike for dinner only after 6 pm.

Meeting Geng Lele would probably have to wait until after six.

He lowered his head and said:

"Your sister Lele isn’t out of school yet. If you want to see her, it’ll probably be after six. Come on, let’s go find Dundun to play, I heard it got new toys recently, you can check them out soon."

"Okay, okay, I love toys!"

The little girl followed Grandpa Yu into the store, while the service staff were having their meal on the first floor.

Seeing Grandpa Yu come in, Xiao Dong stood up to greet:

"Grandpa Yu, would you like to eat something with Tongtong? Today we have Skin Residue and braised meat, it’s really good with rice."

"No need, we’ll be having a meal with our family later. We’re just here to let Tongtong play with Dundun for a bit. You guys keep eating, don’t let it get cold."

At the service counter, Dundun was sleeping idly.

"Dundun, I’m here to see you! How was your week? Mine was super unhappy because there’s so much homework and my mom enrolled me in an English class. I can’t play carefree like the kids in the kindergarten senior class anymore..."

Dundun rolled its eyes, clearly not understanding what kindergarten senior class meant.

It raised a paw and lightly tapped the little girl’s plump hand, looking as if comforting a younger generation.

This affectionate gesture made Tongtong very happy:

"Wow, you finally don’t hate me, right? Sorry for pulling your tail last time. Too bad I don’t have one, otherwise I’d definitely let you pull it at least once, no, twice."

"Meow~~~"

Dundun disdainfully meowed.

Am I such an immature cat?

The human and cat started exchanging words, while Grandpa Yu smiled as he sat beside them. This felt like the joy of playing with grandkids.

He was just feeling sentimental when he saw Geng Lele coming downstairs wearing a down coat, and was momentarily stunned:

"Lele? Why are you out of school so early?"

"Uh... I have no classes for the last two periods, so I came early to have a free meal... Hello, Grandpa Yu, who is this little girl?"

"This is my granddaughter, Tongtong. This is your sister Lele."

Geng Lele was puzzled; why is this chubby little girl looking for me?

Tongtong ran up cheerfully, boldly introducing herself:

"Hello, sister Lele, I’m Tongtong. Even though we just met, in my heart, you are my real sister now."

Geng Lele: "..."

So thick-skinned at such a young age! Not bad, our Meow Meow Sect just needs such talents!

She asked with a smile:

"Little girl, is there something you need help with?"

True hospitality usually has hidden motives.

Indeed, upon hearing the question, Tongtong’s expression changed:

"It’s like this, sister Lele, I’ve been using your name to scam food and drinks at home..."

She recounted the events in detail, making Geng Lele reflect... why didn’t she use this tactic when she was young?

Oh, I had no one to control me when I was a kid, with a daily allowance of a hundred dollars, spending however I want... Guess that’s why.

She squatted down, looked at Tongtong, and said seriously:

"This is wrong, little one, how could you deceive your elders? And using my name to scam food and drink, although I like Mushroom Force too, that’s not a reason to lie."

Tongtong pouted:

"So what should I do, sister Lele? You won’t tell my mom to punish me, right?"

"In theory, I should tell your mom. Do not engage in small evils, do good even in small matters. I’m exposing you for your own good... However, if you join our Meow Meow Sect, the Holy Master will forgive you."

Meow Meow Sect?

Tongtong put her nervousness aside and curiously asked:

"What is the Meow Meow Sect?"

"The Meow Meow Sect is a mutual-help and loving community. Members encourage each other and cheer for each other. Everyone is striving for life. I see you are young but talented, very suitable for our sect’s growth."

Geng Lele didn’t know if Tongtong could understand, yet went on with an indoctrination rush, then led the little girl to the service counter for the grand initiation ceremony.

Beside them, Grandpa Yu, who was playing on his phone, looked puzzled.

What’s going on?

Why is Lele suddenly preaching? Has she been brainwashed by some organization?

But considering the gifted class’s exceptional students getting brainwashed, it seemed unlikely, and this so-called initiation was just letting Dundun touch her forehead.

Most likely playing a game with Dundun.

He didn’t mind and continued browsing short videos on his phone.

To see if there was any trending topic.

The last snowstorm made little shovels for playing snow and snowball grabbers sell like crazy, so he developed the habit of following trending short videos.

If there’s something suitable for the supermarket, he orders a batch.

If it hits the market, that’s a profit.

Just then, Shen Jiayue and Chen Yan, who had eaten and drank their fill, came down from upstairs, planning to play tennis with Zeng Xiaoqi and Dou Wenjing. After consuming so much braised pig’s head meat, it was time to exercise.

Seeing Geng Lele and Tongtong standing at the service counter, Shen Jiayue curiously asked:

"Lele, what are you and Tongtong doing?"

"We’re performing an initiation ceremony. I see this little girl has destiny with our Meow Meow Sect, so I let her join and appointed her as the Holy Girl of our sect. What do you think, Sister Yue? Doesn’t this little girl look like the Holy Girl of the White Lotus Sect from the movies, being all pink and pretty?"

Chen Yan rolled her eyes:

"Are you addicted to playing house? Get going, let’s play ball. Lele, you go back as well. Skipping class like this, haven’t you written enough for the bilingual exam?"

After saying that, Chen Yan looked at Zeng Xiaoqi and asked:

"Have you completed the goose liver video? Send it to me first tomorrow. This time, my brother-in-law wants to slap someone’s face. Let me examine if it’s thorough. If it is, I’ll add fuel to the fire!"

Zeng Xiaoqi asked:

"What are you planning to add?"

Chen Yan smiled mischievously:

"Just wait and see! Anyway... Food Taste World is probably going to be canceled!"

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After eating two cookies, my writing speed immediately picked up. Initially, I planned to write five thousand words, but after calculation, our book has maintained daily updates of ten thousand words for 128 consecutive days; I can’t break the vow. So I wrote 7100 words; hope everyone enjoys it!