Chapter 166 - Orphanage (1/2)

The restaurant wasn't meant to run for 24hours. Once it was 12am, the whole family left for home. But most times, Jianjun stayed back in the kitchen practicing.

His parents loved each other dearly but they were each other's kitchen rival. They always wanted to out do the other to show who the boss was. And a better way to show that was in the ability and performance of their apparentice to adapt and perform well within a specific period before a contest would be held against both sides to determine who the best chef and coach was. Mr Kang or Mrs Kang?

Jianjun's partner was obviously Changyu since she was also his mother's apprentice just like he was.

He knew she liked the kitchen to an extent and didn't want her to stress herself too much when it was time for the contest. So he had to properly learn everything for the both of them. And when she had the time, he would put her through thoroughly.

His Father's side had Mr Park and Helene. Helene was also a diligent young lady. One reason why his father liked her so much. Mr Park was also too serious. Jianjun was surprised he wasn't in the kitchen tonight also.

”You're still here?” He asked in surprise when he saw Helene walk inside the kitchen. It was past 12 in the morning already and everyone had left the restaurant. He thought he was the only one left but what was she still doing here?

”I just returned from the orphanage. Knew you were going to be in here. You're not the only one who wants to win” She said accusingly.

He chortled and continued chopping vegetables.

”I don't know why they allow this” she said referring to the fact that he could still practice when the restaurant was closed. ”It's cheating. Don't you think so?”

She flashed her beautiful dentition at him.

She was petite. Had a long black hair. Her black round eyes twinkled as she smiled at him. Her nose, lips, everything suited her. Nothing was too big or too small. It was all in the right proportion. She was wearing a black knee length gown whose bottom flared about. And a black jean jacket with a black boot.

”It isn't.” He answered. ”Weren't you told that we could all practice all we want and whenever we want? If you're lazy, then it's fine. Gives me a upper hand you know.” He winked at her.

She took off her jacket and neatly placed it on a chair before moving closer to where he was.

”Let's see...” She looked at the vegetables he was chopping. ”What are you making this time? Let me guess, stir fried tofu?”

He have her a thumbs up in response.

”You really meant it when you said you were going to make it just like Mr Wang” it was more of a statement than a question.

He nodded. ”How are the kids at the orphanage?” He changed the topic to ask.