1075 Final tasting/cooking edition (1) - Preparation -

One day after the confectionery tasting that closed with the victory of Tour-Din, the 16th of the Green Moon - that day was finally the last truly tasting.

Nine people have been awarded medals at previous tastings for preparing food.

From the edge of the forest, me and Reina = Lou and Marfila = Naham.

From the station town, there are "Kimusu's Tail Pavilion", "Daiki Pavilion in the South", and "Xiongwong Pavilion".

From the castle town, there are Vulcus, Bozr and Timaro.

The street holiday was the day before, so I decided to shift it by one day.If I asked Yun-Sudra, I could have dared to do the sales, but I decided that the person in charge of the stall at noon and the judge at the tasting party at night would be overburdened.

That's why I left Fa's house in the middle of nowhere - even in this period, Fei-Beim was complaining.

"If Yun-Sudra or Rei-Matua are available, shouldn't they ask for your help?"Doesn't it mean that you shouldn't change the faces of the people you help? "

“Yes, but they have a role to play as judges.If you move that face, it may affect the result of taste comparison. "

And there I made him laugh at Faye-Behm.

"Besides, I don't feel the necessity to change my assistant in the first place."Even at the last tasting, we got through it together with Fei-Beim, so we want to share the pain and joy. ”

"But if you lose in the flavor match... would you regret it?"

"You won't regret it."I think Faye-Behm should be more confident in his skills. ”

"If I thought that I was on an equal footing with Yun-Sudra and the others, it would be an uplift rather than confidence."

Then Naham's youngest sister, who was riding in the same wagon, laughed, "Ahahaha."

"Fei-Baim is quite crushing, isn't he?"I'm so happy to be able to help my sister, but isn't Faye-Behm? ”

“… it's more about feeling responsible than happy or proud.”

"Y-yeah, that's right.If I was in the same position as Faye-Behm, I think I would have felt the same way. "

Marfila-Naham speaks like that with a smile on her face.And Ravitz's eldest brother was watching the interactions with a smile.Although it is a forest people with a lot of distinctive humans, it seems that today there are quite a variety of faces.

And when he had arrived at the village of Roux by driving Ai-Fa, there lay the women of Reina-Roux, Ziza-Roux, and Roux, and Dalí-Sauthi.Souti's blood family returned to their village this morning, but only Dalí-Souti will be able to see today's tasting.

"This might be the last time I'll meet royalty."...... but we haven't decided on a date to return to our hometown yet. "

"Looks like it." But since the tasting is said to be the last one, I don't think there's much reason to be in Genos anymore. ”

The night before, when Dalí-Saudi and I exchanged such words, Ai-Fa said, "Is that right?"I have expressed my doubts.

"Sure enough, I've been in Genos for a month now."But... for that long, Dell Share has only visited the forest twice. "

Yeah. Well, we were busy at the tasting and the stock-taking, so you noticed that, didn't you?

Then, after the last tasting, you won't have any reason to notice anymore.

Ai = Pharaoh, who spoke like that, seemed to hold his lips to the brim.Although the doubts about the royals have largely been cleared up, this is probably the only thing that can be done.

Anyway, this is the last tasting.

After that, I thought about it afterwards, so I was going to do my best to work on this day's work.

If you join Reina-Lou and the others and go down to the station town, the traffic is still very busy today.Because we had a holiday, the inn's stall village was more prosperous than usual.

It was said that Levi and Lars would accompany Nawdis and head for the castle town, so we would aim for the castle gate without stopping.Moreover, today, instead of leaving Totos and luggage carts, I was scheduled to go to the Red Torii Palace on my own.

"Hmph. Recently, the chieftains have been going to the meeting on their own, haven't they?"

Asked by Ravitz's eldest brother, I say yes.

"It's supposed to be what it should be."It's part of the effort to get people in the castle town used to the people around the forest. ”

But again, we've been walking around the castle since last year in our own wagon.

Still, Ai Fa and Ziza-Lou ran through the streets of the castle town, holding their reins without any cowardice.

The area of the palace headed by Genos Castle is a straight shot, so there's no need to get lost.

After a few minutes of racing, the second gate and walls eventually approached.

Several guards hold spears in front of a tightly sealed gate.When Ziza = Luu told her that she wanted to use it, a martial artist appeared from the packing area as a guide.

“The people who prepare the food at the tasting and the person who sees it, right?Now, let's have a look at the pass. "

Ask for a transfer to the Totos car, and you won't need it.However, sometimes following formal procedures should have led to understanding and empathy.

Confirmed by name and identity, we are invited on foot to the inside of the castle gate.At last, it was the appearance of the Totos car.It is one of the regular arrangements that you will not be allowed to run in your own wagon through this palace area.

Totos car arrives at the Red Torii Palace in less than three minutes.

So the guide was bathed by the palace maidservant and niece, and we were led to a familiar bathing hall.

It's quite disturbing to be caught between the eldest and the eldest brother to cleanse yourself.

Ravitz's eldest brother sneaked up on me to say those words.However, even if it was limited to men, it would be quite a pleasant face.

"It was all because Naham's third sister was superior, but I was going to take on such a role."... there's been a lot of commotion in the villages of Ravitz and Naham. "

"Huh? What kind of a commotion is that?"

"Of course, it is about the fact that Naham's third sister was awarded the second place by the power of Kamadh."It shouldn't have been so early that the Ravitz family wanted you to do something about it. ”

"I see. So you're making a lot of noise, then?"

"Fufu. Even though it was recognized as a good turn, there are no people to complain about it."

Well, that's a good thing.According to what was said, to be awarded the second seat alongside Reina = Luu was supposed to be a big story around the forest.At the tasting, it was said that confectionery would be disadvantageous, but this was the result of suppressing Tour-din and Limi-Lou.

"I'm glad to hear that."...... Ravitz's bloodline has a lot of depths, so you won't hear much of it. "

"That's why I told him."

Having said that, Ravitz's eldest brother smiled gently.Certainly, it seemed to have nothing to do with Okushika.

After such a conversation, we each wear our own costumes.Ravitz's eldest brother had his hair groomed with oil today.

I waited in the corridor, and Ai-Fa and the others eventually got dressed and came back.

Reina-Lou, wearing a cramped cooking suit under her chest, looked tight.Reina = Lu, who had finally decided to make a donation yesterday, seemed to be fully prepared.

"Well then, let's do our best."Don't be in a hurry, just be normal-minded. "

Yes, I'll see you later.

"Ah, ah, Asta, be careful."

Reina = Lou takes Rey's ladies and Ziza = Lou, while Malfira = Naham takes Naham's youngest sister and Ravitz's eldest brother, and they are guided together.

The cooks we were led to were Levi, Lars, and Princess Dellshare.Today, nine groups of people were going to prepare the meal, so they were told to use the same kitchen as the [Kimusu's Tail Pavilion] in advance.

"Hey, good job! I've been waiting for you, Asta-sama!"

Princess Dersheer, who obeyed the young martial artist Rode, laughed cheerfully at her usual tone.Levi, who was preparing himself, was breathing with relief.Until we arrived, it must have been spoken to by Princess Dellshare in fury.

"Thank you, Princess Dell Share."It's finally the last tasting. ”

Yeah! Let me see if Asta-sama gets a medal!

“Yes, whatever the outcome, I will do my best.”

When I answered that, Princess Dellshare's eyes narrowed.

"It looks like the atmosphere is different today!"It's a race against the townspeople, so I wonder if you're in the mood? "

“No, not at all… but I may have more expectations and anxiety about how my prized dishes will be appreciated than before.”

It was a new mood that sprouted in me after the tasting two days ago.

The results of the comparison of flavours are not absolute.However, if I could win there, I would feel joy and pride in the people I cared for - the feeling I received on the evening I spent with Balan's toys gave me a firm sense of what it was like to see Tour-Din win.

Hmmm. Is it possible that Asta-like saints have finally spawned a sense of fame?

"Ahahah. I am a human being of the vulgar goods themselves."Something has changed in your mind, and you won't be able to make a difference in cooking. ”

"No, I don't know!" Somehow, Asta-sama's acting as commander is like holding a spear!I'll expect it on my own! "

“Yes, I will do my best not to fall short of my expectations.”

So I decided to start the preparation with Faye-Behm.

Levi, who was making noodles on the workbench, whispered "honey honey".

I don't know about the difference in atmosphere, but isn't Asta that enthusiastic?

Yeah, well, I've never lost my temper before, so I don't think it matters.

"That's not true." Well, I know it can be tempting, but Asta wouldn't have to worry about that. "

Having said that, Levi laughed vigorously.The Levites are full of mood.

However, I also think that the situation is different than usual for Princess Dell Share to point out.Even at previous tastings, I wanted to encourage people who tasted food to be happy, but I was clearly aware that such thoughts were amplified.

(Well, God only knows if it leads to a taste match.)

Thinking like that, I solemnly prepared myself.

When work starts, Faye-Behm moves without complaining.She had a low self-assessment, but it must be a sign of the strength of her sense of responsibility.Her steadfast work is painful, so I was able to leave her to work with peace of mind.

"By the way, it was the last tasting!"Master Tour-din and Master Rimi-Roux's sweets were absolutely amazing!I was already so excited that I was about to spill my tears! "

And, Princess Dershare, who could hardly remain silent for ten seconds, let out such a word to no one.

"I can't believe that Master Rimi-Lu is in third place, but Master Diamond's sweets were a bit out of the ordinary!"I was so shaken up before I could say it was delicious or not!That's why I don't think the results of Master Rimi-Ruu are strange, but the results of Master Toole-Din are incredible! "

Thinking of everyone else's feelings, I took the initiative of hitting a hammer saying, "That's right."Princess Dershare looked out of sight and said, "That's right!”He raised his voice with joy.

"My father also told me about it in the general review, but what kind of confectionery was it already in the castle town?"Besides, it looks like most of the people on the edge of the forest and deep inside have spoken to you before!Um... Levi-sama? Have you ever eaten Roku Kiki? "

"Yes, I had the opportunity to speak at a feast on the edge of the forest"

"Oh dear, you don't have to do that!"I told you to treat me as a cook, not a royalty, right? "

That said, it's a tricky story because ordinary cooks don't bring in escort soldiers.Jagal's young soldier, Lode, was still cheating on us today, making us all believe in her loyalty to her precious princess.

"So even those people were amazed by the delicious taste!"Ramampa has a good flavor, so many people use it for confectionery, and the [Randall's Longevity Pavilion] man used it that day!However, I don't usually think about adding that fragrant flavor or pleasant texture as a little bit of color, so I don't think about making it the subject of flavor!In Asta's hometown, it was a very common way to use it? "

“That's right, I don't think it was a particularly unusual use.”

But didn't Asta know how to make it?

“Yes, in my hometown it was sold in a processed state, so I didn't have a chance to make it myself.I didn't put much effort into making sweets. "

"Hmm, that's why Master Toole-Din almost built it on his own!"After all, that's amazing!To be able to combine flavors without knowing the taste of the finished product means that you can imagine the finished product under the assumption that it is made!... if that tasting hadn't been after the feast on the edge of the forest, Lord Toole-Din might have been told to go to the capital with Asta. "

I almost dropped the ingredients I had in my hand.

"Ah, well, I was told not to listen to that story in town..."

"Ah, is that so?" I don't think it's something to hide... but I see!In other words, Asta-sama kicked the royal father's begging!Did the people of Genos realize that my father's face would be crushed? "

Princess Dell Share crossed my line of sight and called out to the Levites who worked on the adjacent workbench.

"That's why, can you do something you didn't hear?"It doesn't matter to me or my father, but I can't ignore the nobility of the Genos! ”

"Ha, ha, I can't see a word right now..."

"That's why my father asked Asta to become the cook of his mansion!"

Poor Levi said, "Eh!?"I was throwing it away."

"A-Asta is the cook of the prince's mansion?"Are you saying you're taking Asta to the southern kingdom? "

"That's why I said no!"Of course, my father didn't even think about making such a wish, but his thoughts were so strong that he couldn't do it without saying it! "

Levi's eyes were black and white, and Lars looked at Princess Dellshare's smile somewhat worriedly.

Then Ai = Fa, who was leaning against the wall, leaned forward.

"It was pure giving up," promised Prince Dakarmas.We believe that you, the royalty of the South, will not lie, Princess Dershare. "

"Of course! My father is truly impressed not only by Asta, but also by the strength of the chefs around the forest!"I would never betray a nice people like you, so trust me! "

Then Princess Dershare looked back at Ai-Fa with a smile on her face.

"Well, you're the one with the biggest eyes!"Absolutely, my father will never change his foreword, so I want you to get along until the end! "

"... we hope so too."

Ei = Fa retreated backwards with his emotions murdered.

Rode, who was tingling and tense, sighed.Unaware of the feelings of such a servant, Princess Dershare spoke plainly again.

"So, what were you talking about?"... oh, yes, Lord Toole-Din!Yeah, that guy's an amazing guy!She's only twelve years old, so it's scary to end up there!Isn't that why you're appointed head chef of Genos Castle? "

"No, well, the people around the forest have Morga Forest as their mother... I don't think that Genosu would tell the people around the forest to live in a castle town."

"Ah, I see!" Even in the same Genos territory, it's not that simple!... but if you let me talk to you like that, nobles everywhere will be trying to feed the chefs around the forest! "

“Yes, it would be a great honor for us to take care of the feast and banquet chefs from time to time.”

The Levites were still a little worried, so I said so in a brisk tone.

Then Princess Dell Share moves in here and stares at me while I'm at the workbench.

”Nh... I wonder if I should thank Asta-sama for refusing my father's request.”

"Huh? Why?"

"I mean, if Asta were living in the same mansion, it would take my heart away!"If the royalty and the cook become such a relationship, it will be a disturbance! "

This time I took down the ingredients, and Ei = Fa secretly burned her eyes.

Roder was acutely aware of Eifa's temperament and called out to Princess Delleshea to remove her complexion.

"Hi, princess, I'd like you to be careful with such fluctuations."

"Huh? It's not a flutter!"Asta-sama is such a good cook, she's smart, she's clean, and she's handsome!I'm not as gentle as the huntsmen, but even though she looks so gentle, sometimes she even shows a face so sharp, so if you're not careful like me, you're going to be robbed of your heart anyway! "

Hey, princess!

"Even if you don't have to panic like that, you'll be fine!"I'm with my father!I'm impressed with Asta-sama and the people around the forest, so I don't want to be disliked!... people around the forest are forbidden to fall in love overnight, right? "

"Yes, yes, it is strictly forbidden by the Forest Code"

"Well, that's even more reassuring!" I don't have to be obsessed with strange thoughts either! "

Having said that, Princess Dershare laughed at her face like a sunshine that didn't kill any insects.

"If I were still living in the same mansion, what would I do with it?"I'm relieved that Asta-sama turned down my father's request!I'd like to have a chat with Asta as a cook too, so please don't talk too glossy in the future! "

"Hi, princess! What about other chefs?"First of all, you said you wanted to say hello to someone you know. ”

As Rode tried her best to make it, Princess Dell Share looked back at you with the same smile.

"Speaking of which, that's right!"Asta-sama and I are going to need more time to prepare!In the meantime, let me say hello. "

"Oh, let's do that."...... then, excuse me. "

The petite Rode hurriedly pushed the back of the petite Princess Dell Share halfway and left the kitchen in a hurry.

Levi takes a deep breath after the door to the kitchen closes snugly.

”I don't know... you're in trouble, Asta”

Um, yeah, I haven't really felt that much so far.

I looked back towards Ei = Fa.

Ei = Fa, in the form of a musketeer, stared at the closed door with her arms folded together.The tightened side of her face was still full of eagerness.

"Um... don't worry about Ei = Fa, right?"It looks like Princess Dershare is also trying to be moderate. "

"... would a man who has exercised moderation say such words?"

"That's it, that's it." You can't hide your heart with your father. "

”You mean you have such strong feelings that you can't keep them inside your chest?”

The force of Ai = Fa's voice made me want to hold my head.

Then Faye-Behm, who was quietly working on the task, raised his face.

"I'm sure the head of the family, Ai-Fa, is worried by such words from his family."I suspect that your heart is in a state of suspicion.... but instead of lacking moderation, they won't be bluffing.I've made it clear that I won't feel uncomfortable with Asta, so I'm sure you won't have to worry about it. ”

"It's easy to think so."That princess would rather reassure the people around the forest, wouldn't she? "

Lars said so, and Ai-Fa finally looked back.He looked at Faye-Behm and Lars with a sharp look, as if they were working on a gibberish hunt.

"... what does reassurance mean?"

"Even though you can't see it, that princess's obsession with Asta seemed quite a thing."But there's no such thing as an understatement... and who else would have wanted Asta to know? "

…………

"To tell you the truth, it's easy to think that by saying that you don't want Asta to think about you, you've made your feelings feel better.If you think about it like that, you'll be teasing me, won't you? "

And Ai-Fa took off his arm, and breathed deeper than the Levites that were before, and then curled up his golden brown hair.

"... I haven't lived as long as Ra's, and I'm a very immature person, so it's hard to think of it that way."But... I want to try to believe her words somehow. "

"Ai = Fa is a much better and more splendid person than Heshi."If you throw such words at a great royal person, everyone will be disturbed. "

“Absolutely not. It's hard for ordinary people like us to taste it.”

With Levi's words, the questioning of the scene was closed for the time being.

Fei-Beim also refocuses on his work, and Levi and Lars begin to review the cooking procedures.Looking at them sideways, I gently approached Ei = Fa.

"... what's the matter? I don't care, do my job."

"Yeah, but I was worried about Eifa."

Ei = Fa quickly turned his gaze to make sure that no one was looking at me, and then stirred my head around me.

And it's breathing into my ears and whispering.

"Don't worry, even if I disturb you... I don't doubt your feelings"

When I smiled "Yeah", Ei = Fa already ran her gaze inside the chef, and then pushed her head against my temple.

After that scene, I decided to immerse myself in the work of the day.