Chapter 222 - Guards again (1/2)

On the competition day bright and early, Wang Ming already heard a ruckus in his house from early morning. Before he could even wake up fully, an energized Ming Ming ran into his room to wake him up. He hadn't met her ever since the day they went to Qiao Meng's place. The girl looked so happy as she kept jumping on his starving stomach.

Even though her actions didn't hurt him, it made his stomach feel uncomfortable. He had eaten nothing yet, so his stomach gently protested her actions by growling. Which made both of them laugh, Ming Ming just felt too excited to meet her Daddy again. ”Daddy, I missed you and your food!”

”I missed you too, baby. Have you been good the last few days?” Ming Ming nodded her head excitedly and said. ”Mhm, mommy have ordered food from your restaurant every day when we're at the shop. Ming Ming has been obedient to the last few days and has done nothing wrong!”

”You're the best!” Wang Ming then rubbed her chins before letting her go. The clock was about 7am. The competition would start at about 10am and last through the weekend. The first day would only be the preliminary rounds then on Saturday it would be the quarter and semis then on Sunday it would be the finals.

Wang Ming had confidence he could make it through the preliminary rounds without having to use any of his secret sauces. He could hopefully save them until the quarter or semi-finals before he had to pull them out. If he pulled the sauces out already today, it would give time to his competitors to adapt and even make something to counter his plans.

Even though he didn't think his winning chances were big, Wang Ming would try to maximize those chances as much as possible. After cleaning up in the bathroom, Wang Ming carried Ming Ming downstairs to make breakfast. Ming Ming hadn't eaten his food for three days, so she felt so excited when Wang Ming put the pan on the oven.

He only made a few simple dishes, he made Mantou's (unstuffed steamed buns) and then made a big omelet, topped with bits of fried pork belly which he had cooked in oil, peppers, brown sugar and soy sauce, till it cooked down to a thick sauce. The pork belly with the sauce gave life to the Mantou and eggs.

Ming Ming excitedly ate everything and even used the Mantou to wipe up any remaining sauce. The plate looked so clean after she had used it, he could have mistaken it for a clean plate. Seeing her satisfied face, Wang Ming had to ask. ”Did it taste good?” Which she answered. ”Always.”

After cleaning up the mess, Wang Ming checked on the three jars he had let ferment the last few days. He had put them in a hidden cupboard, afraid that someone would open and use them mistakenly. Seeing them still untouched, Wang Ming closed the cupboard and went to get ready.

Wang Ming wore the pink suit that he had bought from Fu Ya long ago. He likes this suit the most from all the clothes he has. The dress made him look good, but he didn't feel like it looked too expensive either that people would think he's a presumptuous young master.

He then drove Ming Ming and Fu Ya to the competition. The production's hosting the competition at one of the largest stadiums in Liaoling city. This shows the prestige of the competition, though after what he had heard, there aren't any live audience until the final.

For the preliminary rounds, and until the semi-final, everything is going to be live on television and on livestream. Wang Ming had never cooked in front of a camera before, but he didn't think it would change how he cooks much.

Ming Ming and Fu Ya both wore an identical pink summer dress today. People would have no problems seeing that they're mom and daughter, except because Fu Ya looks so young. Most people seeing them would probably think that they're sisters or Ming Ming's her nephew.

Seeing both so beautiful made Wang Ming want to smother them in kisses, but he still had a competition to worry about.

After parking his car at the competitor parking, Wang Ming grabbed Ming Ming and Fu Ya's hands and walked to the entrance. He brought nothing today except for a few clothes and necessities he put in his bag. Everything should be prepared by the producers already.