Chapter 152 - Coming Up With A Plan (1/2)

“Didn’t they do so much just to suck you dry of your fame and influence in the end? There’s a saying that goes, people step on others to get to a higher position. The Master Chef hasn’t revealed himself yet, let alone have any influential dishes. But he has already the presence of a deity in the hearts of the audience. What will happen in the future?”

Chen Xian crossed his arms and explained slowly, “As long as you agree to participate in the competition, you will most likely lose. After signing the agreement, you will have already fallen into Chen Yeqi’s trap.”

Lu Yuxi listened with her hands on her hips. When she heard this, she smiled and said, “You’ve already started a conspiracy theory, right? You might have lost the competition, but Xu Le might not.”

Chen Xian smiled and said, “I was afraid that he would be tricked, so I came to remind him.”

At this point, Zhang Tong finally understood what he meant. Even if Chen Xian looked indifferent to fame and fortune, he would definitely not let it go after being tricked by the production team. Therefore, he wanted to make use of Xu Le’s participation in the competition to win back.

That way, he could be considered to have vented his anger.

Lu Yuxi said in an unpleasant tone, “Then do you have a way to defeat him, or do you have some tips to impart?”

Her words were sarcastic. Xu Le couldn’t stand it anymore and elbowed her, indicating for her to be kinder with her words.

“Not really, but I can help him avoid a trap.”

Zhang Tong looked at him and said, “What is it?”

“What I said to you earlier was just a conjecture. It’s not convenient to tell you the reason now, but I can guarantee that the method I gave Xu Le will definitely be useful.”

After Chen Xian finished speaking, Zhang Tong became even more curious. He was waiting for him to continue.

But Chen Xian waved his hand and said, “Is it convenient for you to come to my house after the meal later?”

Xu Le glanced at the packed restaurant and said, “I’m afraid I don’t have time.”

“It’s fine to talk here.” Chen Xian had a good temper. With a wave of his hand, he called Xu Le over and whispered in his ear.

“Is that so?” Xu Le hesitated. “Can such a tactic win against the Master Chef?”

“Believe me, that’s what principle of losing to win means.”

Chen Xian said with certainty, “Since they set up a trap for us, then we just have to return the favor.”

Xu Le’s face was filled with doubt as he nodded.

Soon, it was time for the stewed knock to be served out of the pot. Xu Le entered the kitchen. As soon as he opened the lid of the casserole, a rich fragrance assaulted his nostrils. It was especially tempting.

He adjusted to high heat to evaporate the sauce, and finally sprinkled a handful of shallots, before serving the dish.

Xu Le brought the casserole to the table. “The stew you ordered. Come, try it.”

Chen Xian picked up a piece of eel and took a bite. The eel was crispy and salty after being fried and stewed. After inhaling the fragrance of the lard and the sweetness of the soup, it had a lingering aftertaste.

He raised his eyebrows and said, “Stewed knock is a dish I often make at home. Usually, before putting it into the pot to stew, I will sprinkle a handful of minced garlic with oil to make it fragrant. But since you removed that step… the taste of the finished product is even better.”

“Yes, because of the soup, the garlic will suppress the taste. If you don’t especially like the taste of garlic, you can choose not to add it.”

“Yes, not bad, not bad.”

Chen Xian nodded continuously.

Lu Yuxi chewed on the eel. The meat was salty, fresh, and juicy. The rich sauce wrapped around the crispy skin, and under the crispy texture, there was soft and mushy eel meat. The texture was distinct and complemented each other.

Zhang Tong was depressed that Chen Xian avoided him when he told Xu Le the plan. However, his self-esteem was high, and he couldn’t be bothered to ask further. He scooped an egg with a spoon. The egg was smooth and tender. When he bit through it, the gravy that was soaked in meat stuffing rushed towards his taste buds.

“Wow, awesome!”

He couldn’t help but be impressed. The rich meat filling was fragrant but not greasy. The huge egg was filled with endless flavor.

Zhang Tong commented, “I can tell that you’ve modified the stewed knock and mixed the poultry with seafood. It seems unrelated, but it’s extremely harmonious after it’s made. No wonder…”