Chapter 402

Chapter 402: The Pursuit of Perfection

Translator: Xiong_Guoqi Editor: DesTheSloth

Yuan Zhou was still a little puzzled when he wiped his hands dry and took up the phone .

After a pause, Yuan Zhou said, “Hello, chairman . “

It was only later when Yuan Zhou got some information about this Zhou Shijie . Other things aside, solely based on just one matter, Yuan Zhou admired him .

It was said that Zhou Shijie had once been within the top three of an international chef’s league competition, the only Chinese that had achieved that accomplishment .

Of course, it was also the very first time that a Chinese entered the top three of this match . It wasn’t exaggerated at all to say it became a legend .

Although the culinary skills of a Chinese chef need not be affirmed by foreigners, Zhou Shijie’s craftsmanship had definitely reached the summit and could be said to be faultless, which brought such a score to him .

One should know that those judges weren’t really objective nor impartial toward Chinese candidates .

“Is that Yuan Zhou? This is Zhou Shijie . ” Zhou Shijie said gently this time .

“Um . Hi . ” Yuan Zhou answered .

“I’m thinking of recommending you to attend the exchange of pointers concerning the new French dishes . What do you think of that?” Zhou Shijie said kindly .

“Thank you, chairman . ” Yuan Zhou raised his eyebrows in surprise .

“So you agreed, right?” Zhou Shijie said that more happily this time .

“Yes . Since it’s your recommendation, I will for sure go there . Thank you . ” Of course, Yuan Zhou wouldn’t refuse such a good opportunity .

“Haw-haw . No need to thank me . This is what your culinary skills brought you,” Zhou Shijie said directly .

“Ok, I got it . ” Yuan Zhou was clear about that in his mind and also said approvingly .

“If so, go make some preparations . Let’s go to the airport together several days later . We will need to stay for five days in France and it will take about one week for the whole journey . ” Zhou Shijie instructed Yuan Zhou carefully like an elder .

“Alright . Thank you, chairman . ” Yuan Zhou listened to him earnestly .

“Ok . Two days later, my assistant Zhong Lili will come to you . She will speak with you about this matter . ” Zhou Shijie was in a fairly good mood this time .

Zhou Shijie was in a good mood because he had already known from Lee Yanyi that Yuan Zhou’s temper was even worse than his and furthermore, he didn’t like going out .

For the time being, Yuan Zhou’s character did not seem too bad .

“This young man is talented and also very sincere . Good, good . ” Zhou Shijie stroked his goatee smilingly and muttered to himself .

On the aspect of culinary skills, Zhou Shijie was more optimistic about Yuan Zhou, although he hadn’t obtained any Michelin three-stars . Even now, he didn’t know Yuan Zhou’s full abilities .

However, that didn’t really matter . This was because Yuan Zhou had no teacher and had only worked for two years in an ordinary hotel .

In his opinion, Yuan Zhou’s awesome performance was just the manifestation of his infinite talent .

“Flight tickets are supposed to be included in the invitation . For the accommodation, it’s also supposed to be included as it’s more like a business trip . So that means I only need to go there and bring some money . ” After Yuan Zhou put down the phone, he started to think .

Then, he thought of his golden card .

“The Euro is used in France . So I’m going to bring ten thousand Euros and can swipe my card for anything else . ” Yuan Zhou said full of spirit .

“You can only bring a cash amount less than 5000 USD or its equivalent . ” Suddenly, there passed a male voice from outside the open door .

“Pardon?” As this voice appeared rather abrupt, Yuan Zhou didn’t even react .

“Below 5000 USD . Otherwise you have to apply for the cash-carrying permit . ” It was Wu Hai that entered his restaurant .

“Ok . I got it . ” Yuan Zhou said calmly .

As for whether Yuan Zhou felt bad about his failure in posturing, it was unknown .

“Apart from that, you need to make an appointment to change the currency . ” Wu Hai stroked his small mustaches and reminded Yuan Zhou again .

“What are you here for? It’s not business hours . ” Yuan Zhou changed the subject without turning a hair .

“Tsk . I am just passing by here . ” Wu Hai bullshitted without blinking .

“Um . Ok, you continue passing by . I’m going to sculpt now . ” With a nod, Yuan Zhou indicated that he got it and then drove Wu Hai away .

“Alright . See you in the evening . ” Wu Hai didn’t say much, but instead turned around and left directly .

“Don’t think I don’t know you specially come here to tease me with your prim manner . ” After Wu Hai left, Yuan Zhou ridiculed expressionlessly in the heart .

The reason why Yuan Zhou wanted to go abroad was quite simple . He originally had plans to go abroad .

It was essentially because of the reward provided by the system .

The system had rewarded him with all the etiquette standards of western style dishes and Yuan Zhou would also provide all the side dishes . Therefore, he naturally needed to understand those by himself .

Even though he didn’t need to teach others, in his opinion, it was a must that he was proficient in that .

Going abroad was the best way to learn the etiquette of western style dishes, let alone that he was going to France .

“French dishes are also considered a world-class cuisine . There’s also the Michelin Three-Star Restaurant . I can learn a lot of things . ” Yuan Zhou stroked the corner of his forehead and thought inwardly .

It was definitely not because of the free journey to France that made him decide to go to France suddenly . Absolutely not . He wasn’t that kind of person .

One day soon passed . Before Yuan Zhou went to bed, he checked the local weather and precautions of France and then went to sleep .

. . .

Early next morning, Yuan Zhou got up as usual to jog and exercise before he prepared the breakfast .

At the other end, Ling Hong also got up early and prepared to go out directly .

“Little Ling, why didn’t you take the newspaper recently? Did you forget?” A woman dressed cleanly came out after Ling Hong .

“No, I am not . It’s unnecessary to read the newspaper in future . ” After Ling Hong stopped, he thought for a while and then said .

“What happened? Isn’t it your habit to read the newspaper? Why did you quit so abruptly?” The woman became more puzzled .

“I have got a more precise loudspeaker than the newspaper now . ” Ling Hong shrugged with an evil smile on his face .

“Are you sure?” The woman asked again for confirmation earnestly .

“Don’t worry, Aunt Zhang . I have another one in my company . ” Ling Hong comforted her and then left immediately .

As for the loudspeaker mentioned by Ling Hong, it was naturally the customers in Yuan Zhou’s restaurant .

These two customers came for breakfast in the morning everyday . Every time, they would talk about the latest news covering everything as if they had made plenty of preparations beforehand . Meanwhile, they even explained and ridiculed them .

Once Ling Hong arrived, he heard the latest news .

After Ling Hong, separated by the two men, there were another two men wearing business suits and ties .

The taller one was Liu Zhiming while the other short but handsome one was Pan Ning . They were right now chatting heatedly while others beside them were listening to them carefully .

“Did you read that news on Sohu today?” Liu Zhiming turned his head and started .

“Yes, I did . I feel that the man is definitely self-indulgent . Why did he go to the bar at midnight? No wonder he was assaulted sexually . ” Pan Ning ridiculed primly .

“Haw-haw-haw . Isn’t your remark the first comment below the news?” Liu Zhiming burst into laughter suddenly .

“What a big surprise! A man went to the bar and was forced to drink until he became drunk . Afterwards, he was sexually assaulted by six women . Sigh . I also want such an opportunity, but just one woman is good for me . ” Pan Ning sighed and said .

“Come on . You are way too handsome, so best be careful . The prophecy might unfortunately come true . ” Liu Zhiming said earnestly .

“Yeah, I think so, too . But I feel the insulting event of tearing the names is even more unbelievable . ” Pan Ning suddenly said with a discontented tone .

“Indeed . They dared discriminate so openly and it even happened at Columbia University . ” Liu Zhiming also shook his head to show his disapproval .

. . .

The two people were like the loudspeakers that narrated various news . They were simply the best human-shaped news broadcaster .

Therefore, Ling Hong naturally didn’t need the newspaper anymore .