The arrival of Yan Yifei and Gao Haiyang made the already noisy crowd erupt even louder.
"Tsk! Junior Gan Lan’s culinary skills have already reached the neighboring school. She really is my goddess!"
"Duh! Wu Mingyu’s recent streams have all been about her, and she started her own stream today. Isn’t it normal that the neighboring school found out? It’s only a matter of time before it spreads across the entire planet."
[So Delicious: Ah, I’m screaming! My Boss Yan actually showed up! And Gao Haiyang is here too! This streamer is amazing!]
[It’s So Hard For Me: I heard a long time ago that a big shot visited the junior’s stall. I thought it was a rumor, but it’s actually true?]
Hearing all this, Yan Yifei didn’t react. He calmly walked over to the person who was lining up for him, paid the remaining balance, and signaled with his eyes that the person could leave.
The person lining up hesitated for a moment, glancing at Yan Yifei, but ultimately walked away.
He thought, "I’m never taking this kind of job again. Smelling the food but not being able to eat it is pure torture!"
Seeing that Yan Yifei had actually hired someone to line up for him, Gao Haiyang hurried over with a pitiful expression. However, his hands moved with extraordinary speed, tightly grabbing onto Yan Yifei’s arm. Acting spoiled, he whined, "Captain, um... If I line up now, I definitely won’t get to eat. Since you’re already helping, why not go all the way, Captain?" After speaking, he even shook Yan Yifei’s arm.
Yan Yifei’s face darkened as he forcefully tried to shake off Gao Haiyang’s grip. Since when did this idiot become so strong? He actually couldn’t shake him off!
Meanwhile, the surrounding crowd watched them with meaningful gazes...
Yan Yifei was left speechless. He thought, "This idiot is going to anger me to death." Knowing that he genuinely couldn’t break free from the fool’s current strength, he angrily snapped, "Let go of me right now, or you can forget about eating anything later!"
Noticing Yan Yifei’s increasingly dark expression and feeling a bit awkward from the surrounding whispers, Gao Haiyang scratched his head and offered an embarrassing smile. He waved his hands and explained to the onlookers, "We really aren’t in that kind of relationship! Don’t misunderstand, seriously! The friendship between us is completely pure!"
Seeing Gao Haiyang only making things worse by trying to explain, Yan Yifei couldn’t hold back and kicked him. Ignoring the knowing and inquisitive stares from the crowd, he straightened his clothes and looked straight ahead.
[Barbecue-Flavored Nutrient Solution: So this is the relationship between Boss Yan and the drama queen Gao Haiyang? I guess those wild rumors on the forum aren’t completely unfounded. They do look kind of compatible!]
[Have You Eaten Today: Upstairs, you can stay trapped in your fantasies. I’m going to start eating first to show my respect!]
Meanwhile, Wu Mingyu, who had just gotten his hands on the Spicy Fried Crab and Charcoal Roasted Crab, was thrilled!
He sat straight down at a small table by the barbecue stall. A piece of Osmanthus Rice Cake was placed next to him; since he only had one, he couldn’t bear to eat it and saved it for later.
Gradually, a few other people took the seats next to him. Looking at the food laid out on their tables, they—just like him—hadn’t eaten their Osmanthus Rice Cakes either. Even more synchronized, they all reached for a fried crab at the exact same time, glanced at each other, and laughed.
Taking a bite, the outer shell let out a crisp CRUNCH. The crab roe and meat inside were incomparably fresh and tender. This was simply too delicious!
For a moment, the surroundings were filled with the sound of loud crunching, accompanied by occasional gasps of admiration.
"Does Junior Gan Lan really know magic? Why is everything she makes so delicious? No one else can replicate this taste!"
"Didn’t you watch when we were at the assembly hall? The junior said that even with the same ingredients, seasoning, and techniques, the flavor turns out differently depending on who cooks it."
"Right, right! That’s just too amazing. As expected, my goddess is different from everyone else. As long as it’s delicious, that’s all that matters."
Yan Yifei also approached the table carrying a large plate, followed closely by an eager Gao Haiyang.
"Oh, aren’t these Boss Yan and Gao Fushuai? Why are you at our school again? Anyone who didn’t know better would think you two were planning to settle down here!" Wu Mingyu sucked on a crab leg and looked up, sarcastically addressing the two in their military academy uniforms.
The surrounding people, who were currently wrestling with their Big Crabs, also cast theatrical glances their way. Crabs paired with a good drama made everything taste even better!
However, they were left disappointed. Gao Haiyang’s eyes were currently filled only with Big Crabs. He merely shot Wu Mingyu a disdainful look before continuing to follow behind Yan Yifei, while Yan Yifei completely ignored Wu Mingyu, as if he couldn’t see or hear him at all.
Wu Mingyu was speechless. He thought, "I’m so angry! To think I was completely ignored!" Out of frustration, he could only pretend the crab legs were those two men, biting down on them with loud CRACK CRACK sounds.
Yan Yifei took another portion out of the temperature-controlled box and handed it to Gao Haiyang, waving his hand to signal him to get lost. He thought, "With this guy in front of me, I won’t be able to enjoy my meal."
Gao Haiyang didn’t mind. He chuckled and said, "Then I won’t bother you, Captain." He walked over to the next table and buried his head in his food, occasionally letting out praises. "This fried crab is so good! Mmm, the broth of this roasted crab is amazing!"
Yan Yifei was speechless. Even food couldn’t shut this guy’s mouth!
Shaking his head, he took out some gloves, put them on, picked up a Spicy Fried Crab, and took a bite. It really was... delicious, though it took quite a bit of effort to eat.
After finishing half of the Spicy Fried Crab, he was still left wanting more. He reached for the Charcoal Roasted Crab set aside, peeled back the tin foil, and watched the savory broth slowly flow out. The aroma was completely different from the fried one, but both were incredibly fragrant.
Using his hands, he took out the Big Crab dripping with broth, gently sucked a mouthful of the liquid, and bit into the meat and roe. The broth was savory, the crab meat was fresh and tender, and the aftertaste was endless. With a bit of broth smudged on the corner of his mouth, Yan Yifei smiled in pure satisfaction.
He thought, "Delicious food really brings such a sense of happiness. Even watching Gao Haiyang’s messy eating habits seems somewhat endearing now..."
Gan Lan had completely sold out of everything, leaving only one portion for the viewers in her livestream.
She finally had time to read the barrage of comments in the stream. Earlier, while she was busy, she had casually glanced up and seen the screen flooded with gifts being sent to her, a constant stream that hadn’t stopped even now.
Gan Lan waved her hand and addressed the livestream viewers. "Stop sending gifts, please stop. I’ve already received your goodwill."
Seeing the stream of gifts finally halt, Gan Lan nodded in satisfaction. "There’s still one portion of food left. I’ll give it away through a lucky draw."
[Immortal Barbecue: Although I don’t have that kind of luck, can you split this portion of food into separate draws? That way, it adds three more winner slots and increases my chances of winning! Hahaha]
[It’s So Hard For Me: I agree! I agree with the person upstairs!]
[Have You Eaten Today: I agree too!]
The comment posted by Immortal Barbecue instantly garnered countless likes.
Gan Lan had no choice but to nod in agreement. "Then let’s draw for the Osmanthus Rice Cake first. Here we go!"
System Notification: [Congratulations to user ’Retreat’ for winning one Osmanthus Rice Cake! Please private message the streamer your address.]
[Immortal Barbecue: Who is it?! Come out and take a beating!]
Gan Lan announced, "Congratulations to this viewer. Next up is the draw for the Spicy Fried Crab."
System Notification: [Congratulations to user ’The Sky is Getting Dark’ for winning one Spicy Fried Crab. Please private message the streamer your address.]
[It’s So Hard For Me: Who is this? Such an unfamiliar name. A newcomer?]
[I Love Barbecue: Probably! Ahhh, why isn’t it me?]
Gan Lan announced, "Then for the final draw, the Charcoal Roasted Crab."
System Notification: [Congratulations to user ’It’s So Hard For Me’ for winning one Charcoal Roasted Crab. Please private message the streamer your address.]
[It’s So Hard For Me: Private message sent! Oh my god, oh my god, I actually won! I’ve been blessed by Lady Luck today! Boohoo, I’m so moved!]
[Immortal Barbecue: Why isn’t it me?! I want to beat you to death! Jealousy is making my face contort!]
Looking at the lively stream, Gan Lan smiled and waved. "Well then, see you all tomorrow. Goodnight!" With that, she closed the livestream.
After having the robot pack up the food for shipping and saying goodbye to her fellow schoolmates nearby, she packed up her stall and headed back.