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The dish Renz presented wasn't purely molecular gastronomy. He had a wide repertoire of culinary skills, and for him, molecular gastronomy wasn't just a classification of cuisine, but rather a means to an end in cooking. Utilizing molecular gastronomy techniques to create other dishes and then fusing different culinary stylesthis was the kind of work a chef of Renz's caliber would undertake.

His broths, his condiments, his small side dishes all could be mixed and matched. Not only could they be combined, but they could also produce extraordinary textures based on individual combinations.

Yoshino Ono gently sniffed the broth on a small plate. This somewhat pure black mixed sauce contained finely crushed spices. Yoshino Ono then added this broth, which was originally a fusion of pork bone broth and vegetable broth, into the small bowl where he had just tasted the deliciousness. He picked out the noodles from the large bowl and mixed them into this dish, which had been enhanced by two or three consecutive additions of condiments and new broth. Indeed, the taste... transformed again.

This time, the texture created by the mixture of pork bone broth and vegetable broth once again transformed into an exotic seafood flavor, and this deep-sea umami completely overshadowed the original two broth components.

"One bowl of noodles, and I can actually taste three different flavors continuously," Yoshino Ono couldn't help but exclaim in admiration. At this moment, the director's camera perfectly captured the plates.

There was a sense of three-dimensionality. A strong sense of progression. Excellent plating, elegant stacking.

Of course, the changes in the broth within Yoshino Ono's

two bowls, the miraculous transformation of the clear broth's color after multiple alterations. And though the color had changed, one could still perceive the wonder of the broth; it had shifted from its original light white to an inky black, yet still possessed an indescribable beauty.

Yoshino Ono took out a steak, kept warm under tin foil on another plate, and placed it in the bowl. The small bowl continuously steamed with bubbling heat.

While Yoshino Ono and Tsuru Kanemoto were still exclaiming over how the continuous mixing of the broths allowed the flavor of the soup to change into entirely new tastes each time, creating a magical and wonderful sensation, Mana Nakiri's gaze had not left Renz.

Knowing molecular gastronomy wasn't particularly impressive. What was impressive was applying molecular gastronomy techniques to other dishes. This level of skill and understanding transcended the comprehension of many, and the expertise of many chefs.

The other two judges were simply astonished by the obvious multiple transformations of the dish, but they didn't realize that what Renz knew was perhaps too much.

He had too many tricks up his sleeve. The condiments were made using molecular gastronomy, the meat was prepared using molecular gastronomy, yet the broth used the preparation method of Japanese ramen. Not only did it incorporate multiple culinary philosophies, but even the plating was meticulously considered. This was a high-end, aristocratic style of plating, and it was evident that this plating method was a habitual behavior.

Sometimes, it's terrifying when someone knows too much. At his age, Renz knew far too much, and he had integrated all his knowledge seamlessly. Even the highly experienced Mana Nakiri was somewhat astonished.

Speaking of prodigy chefs, Mana Nakiri knew one: her daughter, Erina, was a gifted talent. Not only did she possess the powerful God's Tongue, but she also had a natural talent for cooking. Having absorbed culinary knowledge from a young age, she had already established a foothold in the culinary world.

Not to mention Erina. Currently, the Totsuki Academy's First Seat, Eishi Tsukasa, was a highly acclaimed prodigy chef in the outside world. Many believed that Eishi Tsukasa was someone who could break the limitations of the God's Tongue in French cuisine. Yet, Mana Nakiri did not believe that Eishi Tsukasa's current abilities were superior to Renz's.

On the contrary...

Renz surpassed Eishi Tsukasa in every aspect. He knew more, had more tricks, and could utilize these tricks so well and harmoniously together, which was extremely terrifying. This was a comprehensive integration of abilities. This was not the level of knowledge and comprehensive ability that someone of his age should possess.

While Mana Nakiri was deep in thought, the noodles in her bowl had been slowly consumed. Renz's greatest strength wasn't actually this comprehensive ability.

Comprehensive ability could be gradually accumulated through experience. Renz's truly terrifying aspect was his low error rate in cooking. His low error rate meant that the taste was rarely flawed. Furthermore, he was a person who strictly demanded perfection from himself; if there was a slight deviation in taste, he would immediately re-make the dish. He wouldn't attempt to cover up his culinary mistakes through other techniques.

Because the God's Tongue would not be deceived. The reason Mana Nakiri's God's Tongue didn't produce a physiological reaction or a sense of disgust was precisely because Renz's cooking had no flaws; the God's Tongue couldn't magnify any imperfections. This overlooked, almost robotic, level of control was Renz's most terrifying quality.

"10 points," Yoshino Ono, by Mana Nakiri's side, picked up a tissue and wiped his lips. He couldn't stop himself. The young man had too many tricks; different ingredients leading to different flavors made Yoshino Ono want to try them all.

Moreover, the delicacy of the noodles and the rich aroma of the original broth were also executed to perfection. Reflecting on it, Yoshino Ono could still feel the original broth, a feeling like running freely across grasslands, his chest still filled with a vast, comfortable sense of freedom. After eating, for some reason, his eyes felt clearer, and his focus sharpened. As a judge, he felt satisfied. Giving a perfect score was quite normal.

Mana Nakiri, in the main seat, had not yet given her evaluation. Tsuru Kanemoto directly stated, "I previously had some superficial opinions about molecular gastronomy. This time, this dish has truly opened my eyes."

"I agree with Brother Ono; I also give 10 points.

However... young man, would you consider joining my team?"

"I'm willing to make you the captain."

Kanemoto was essentially trying to poach Renz directly.

With two scores of 10, that was 20 points secured. Even if Mana Nakiri gave the lowest score of 5, he would still pass this round. The 64-to-16 elimination round adopted a team system, with the concept of team Shokugeki. Each judge had four spots on their team. The potential Renz displayed meant he had the ability to be a captain on any team. This guy was clearly not on the same level as the other contestants. With him, the champion of "Underground Chefs" would be determined.

It's worth noting that if the champion of "Underground Chefs" came from a particular judge's team, according to the additional contract clauses of the Tokyo Broadcasting System's production team, an extra bonus could be awarded to that judge as an incentive, to prevent anyone from slacking off. Who would refuse free money? Renz's strength was absolutely champion-level.

Therefore, Mana Nakiri, please continue to maintain your arrogance! Kanemoto thought to himself.

And finally, Mana Nakiri from the main seat spoke. She saw more than the other two judges. The only problem was that Mana Nakiri found it inconvenient to give a high score.

"You rascal, you're more capable than I imagined."

"Since both other judges gave 10 points,"

"Then I'll give you a 9. The difference is that you didn't resonate with my God's Tongue and satisfy me."

It was true that she wasn't fully satisfied by the God's Tongue, because Mana Nakiri had tasted too many delicious dishes. The fact that Renz's dish didn't disgust her was already an acknowledgement of his skill.

However, for years now, she hadn't encountered a dish she could even bring herself to eat, so Renz doing this much was quite good.

However, Mana Nakiri's reason for not wanting to give a high score was very simple. He was dating Erina. If Mana Nakiri gave a high score, it would on one hand seem like a 'fixed outcome' or 'inside deal'. On the other hand, if she acknowledged Renz too much, he might become arrogant and disregard his elders, potentially bullying Erina. She still needed to assert her seniority and prevent Renz from getting a swelled head. That was the correct approach.

Well. In truth, she was simply annoyed and just didn't want her son-in-law to be too happy.

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