four

The moon jumped up from its seat, clapping its hands vigorously

Clang!

At this moment, Liu coldly spoke: "Yin, do not worry about her; just look at her appetite, which is like a black hole. It would be better to observe her reaction after she finishes the dessert."

Regardless, gourmet food is meant to satisfy both the soul and the appetite. Yet you, due to our minor conflict, have tampered with the dessert. I believe you are utterly unqualified to be a pastry chef

Hearing the conversation of those three people, completely oblivious to their surroundings, along with mentions of something like a truth serum, experiments, and magic... I only then slowly realized that something was amiss

The corners of Liu's tightly drawn mouth, standing opposite me, seemed to relax just a little.

Otherwise, no matter how skilled you are, I will still look down on you

The last almond apple pie made with the same recipe had the effect of a 'truth serum'

You should restrain yourselves a little...

Wait, Liu, and Yue, you have all forgotten the most important thing

Yes, it's you! I pointed at the dessert on the dining table that I was reluctant to finish in one go, thinking of savoring it slowly. I was originally amazed by your skill, but I didn't expect you to use the dessert to scheme against me.

The sound from beside reacted very quickly, immediately rushing over to grab hold of Liu, who was about to approach me with his anger fully unleashed

"Oh no, has the magic acted up?" Yue displayed a look of both tension and anticipation.

No, Liu, according to the rules of the Western Point Society, the pastry chef must be responsible for customers who consume the magical desserts they have created. Tomorrow, you should cautiously approach her and observe if she has any aftereffects

Hmph, she must be unable to hold on any longer. That's why I detest such greedy and wasteful individuals..." the one called Liu coldly mocked.

That audacious fellow, if I encounter her again, I will definitely not let her go! The dark-gold-masked beautiful youth, Liu Xingye, forcefully wiped the cake off his mask with a napkin and then bent the fork left by Lin Wei Ya.

Not at all! Absolutely not! This dessert is so delicious that I could finish twenty more servings! Wow, this pudding is truly amazing!

Soft orange vanilla lemon tarts, refreshing light green matcha tiramisu cakes, almond apple pies adorned with symmetrical patterns and still steaming, fluffy chiffon cakes topped with small strawberries, ... lustrous mango yogurt two-tone puddings, cream-filled profiteroles ...

Liu's lips curled slightly, a smile born of extreme anger, as if she emanated a dark aura akin to that of a great demon lord

One of the things I dislike the most in this world is the desecration of food

The moment I shouted, time seemed to come to a halt, until ーー

The silver cutlery, polished to a shine, and the pristine white porcelain plates were brought to my side; the moon gracefully turned, picked up the snow-white napkin, shook it open, and then tied it neatly for me

Damn it! Let me catch that girl back!

Xingye Liu was taken aback by the words and revealed a contemplative expression

"She deserves it!" Xing Ye Liu coldly replied

... ...

"Are you kidding me? How ridiculous! What do you have that is worth my calculation?"

With a smile, she snapped her fingers, and suddenly, the lights in the pastry shop dimmed from bright to a warm yellow; the candles on the table ignited small flames, casting a cross-shaped glow on the glass window behind the roses

I walked step by step to stand before him, tilting my head back to gaze directly at him

That guy's distorted face is still deeply etched in my mind

The thought of this makes me anxious

"Liu, do not drag me into your nonsense," Yin frowned.

Jing Fengyin's brows were tightly furrowed

He coldly finished his instructions, placed the kettle properly, and stood to the side with a stern expression

I sensed that the atmosphere was unfavorable, yet I still mustered the courage to raise my head even higher

Hoo hoo—how terrifying! That guy's gaze was simply as if he wanted to kill me

The melodious and lyrical blues music begins to play, the lights and candle flames flicker together, and roses scattered on the table and in the corners exude their fragrance

He did not speak, but his eyes carried the calmness that precedes the storm

What do you know

Do you misunderstand that you did not add anything strange to the dessert

... ...

Liu and Yue are one cold and aloof, the other too lively. To avoid scaring all the customers away, only Yin can navigate the situation alone. With a gentle personality, courteous demeanor, and the ability to make delicious desserts, what could the face behind the mask of such a perfect young man look like

Having finished my response, I eagerly indulged in the smooth texture of the two-colored pudding

That guy is really infuriating! Why did he have to tamper with my favorite dessert? Oh dear, having eaten so many of his "enhanced" desserts, will there be any aftereffects?

At this moment, I seem to be immersed in a Michelin restaurant in Paris

Calm down, Liu

I feel as if I have arrived in a spring garden, with the refreshing spring breeze caressing my face, and the moist grass beneath my feet kissing my toes

Nighttime operations are a tradition of the Earl's Rose, and they are also intended to avoid disrupting the normal teaching activities at the Star Palace during the day. Only those who are willing to patiently wait can encounter true delicacies

These gentle and composed words come from the pastry chef I hold in the highest regard—Yin

As that small piece of tiramisu completely melted on my tongue, I took a sip of water and eagerly reached for the warm apple pie with my fork again

I can hardly wait to put the dessert in my mouth, and I cannot help but exclaim in admiration as I swallow it

"Classmate Wei Ya, eating too many sweets at night can lead to indigestion, which is not good for your stomach. You don't have to force yourself!" Yin kindly reminded from the side

In any case, Xiaowei will not remember you tomorrow, so if you want to do something to her, it will be quite convenient...

The enticing aroma continuously penetrates my nostrils, stirring the cravings within my stomach

If you hate me, you can confront me directly, but please do not use food, do not use these innocent desserts to tease me

Have you really finished everything?

The sound at the back is completely inaudible

Jing Fengyin solemnly instructed

This time you did well, Liu, Yue, let us together serve this lovely customer some desserts tonight

After she finished the dessert here, we let her leave without observing her reaction

The gentle and beautiful young boy, who remained silent in thought while wearing a silver-white phantom mask, reminded Yin Jingfeng.

Are you the one who wastes food and disrespects it

Before enjoying another dessert, take a sip of water to cleanse the palate of the previous dessert's flavor

Oh, do not worry, anyway she will forget everything once she leaves here

I looked up and shifted my gaze, only to find that, at some point I was unaware of, he had already arrived in front of me with the prepared dessert.

I apologize, please do not take to heart what he said

By the way, how are that guy's desserts coming along

With a raise of his hand, the music came to a halt

Rest assured, unless your skills are too poor, there will definitely be no delicious food left uneaten by me

Good ... ... very delicious

In front of me, the matcha tiramisu has been completely consumed, only the bottom of the pudding remains, the cream puffs are all gone, one-third of the chiffon cake is left, and only a small corner of the lemon tart remains

Well, although his temper is a bit poor, he seems to be quite capable

Wuwuwu, this is the best apple pie I have ever eaten in my life

I interrupted him, stood up, and wiped the corners of my mouth with a napkin

Having said that, I swiftly pressed the remaining small piece of chiffon cake on the table right in the center of his mask

... ...

The warm yellow light illuminated the dark golden mask, which shimmered, accentuating his exquisite face

Taking advantage of Liu going to prepare dessert, I seized the opportunity to ask Yin and Yue about the doubts in my heart

I kept running, running out of the glass villa, running out of that beautiful rose garden, until I could no longer see a trace of the glass villa, and only then did I stop

If you dare to stay, I will make you regret it

Alright, I am about to start!

Those who do not respect desserts shall accept the punishment of desserts

What do they mean? What special tricks did they employ in the desserts I tasted?

In any case, I knew nothing at all. After saying that sentence, I swiftly attacked that guy with a cake and then quickly fled the scene

Liu, you must remain calm

What do you mean?

Qian Yuefang mischievously curled her lips, revealing an enchanting smile

For a competitive eater to leave food uneaten is simply a form of humiliation

This is somewhat concerning! She wouldn't be having an outburst outside, would she?

I patted my chest with lingering fear, recalling my impulsive words and actions, and couldn't help but feel a sense of dread.

As midnight approaches at 12 o'clock, the Earl's Rose Pastry Shop has closed, and the interior presents a different scene.

I held my breath and focused, picked up the fork, and took a deep breath before starting to eat

The tallest and most imposing boy slowly poured a glass of water from a glass water bottle into a crystal wine glass

I used a fork to pick up a small piece of matcha tiramisu and brought it to my mouth, instantly, a wave of cool and sweet flavor surged from my tongue into my stomach

"What is it?" the two asked in unison

Liu, you have set a record again! Oh my, this speed, this presentation, you were just a little bit away from catching up to me!

Golden Mask

Haha, that 'dessert punishment' was so funny! I thought she would continue to tease you, but unexpectedly, she ran away immediately!

Ah, haha, not at all! It is you who has worked hard!

I am not qualified

Let go of me, Yin, I want this guy to know...

The moon beside accidentally tripped over a chair, and it opened its mouth wide, looking as if the sky were about to collapse.

What does it mean? Isn't it just the legendary curse? Ah, Yin, don't scare me with your gaze. Anyway, once she leaves here, she will... clack..." A macaron was stuffed into Yue's mouth by Yin, forcing him to stop speaking.

I could no longer afford to complain about the unscrupulous pastry chef at the Earl's Rose Pastry Shop, glanced at the obscured area behind me shrouded in mist, and hurriedly turned to head towards the student dormitory

Your pastry shop is quite peculiar; why do you only open in the evening? Moreover, there are hardly any customers coming in

It is so delicious

Heavens! How is it so delicious

Who just mentioned something about a truth serum, what experiment, and what about observing my reaction? When I am not present, you still say that I will forget! My goodness, is your Earl Rose Pastry Shop really such a heartless establishment?

I angrily set down the fork in my hand

The moon, wearing a black rose mask—Qian Yuefang, laughed so hard that she lay on the sofa, holding her stomach

Liu, what magical effect do you think this dessert will have? The jelly you made last time turned a customer into a frozen person, and they were frozen here for 20 minutes!

What magical reaction will the tiramisu have? I am so looking forward to it

He was taken aback, opening his mouth in astonishment, seemingly at a loss for words

Impulsiveness is the devil, Liu, do not hold it against her

The Earl's Rose is not an ordinary pastry shop. We are surrounded by a special magical barrier, and it is rare for anyone to see us. Alas, Xiaoweiya, why didn't you specifically mention me

Snap

Wait a moment, Xiaoweiya, I am not at all heartless

As he poured me a cup of fragrant black tea, he explained: "The existence of the Western-style pastry society is not for profit; it holds other special values and significance. For Xinggong, its existence is particularly special"

My gaze was instantly captivated by those exquisite desserts

I turned back to look at Liu, who was wearing a dark golden mask. His gaze was fixed on me, cold and sharp

This sentence should be sent back to you

My intuition tells me that the anger and danger levels of the person in front of me have reached their peak, and I should flee immediately. However, my love for food makes me reluctant to retreat in such a hasty manner

Even in the face of the gentlest sound, I have become angry

Now that I think about it, I somewhat regret choosing that indifferent Liu to make dessert out of spite

What is the matter? Classmate Wei Ya, is there any problem?

I ordered six or seven items in one go; that guy won't be able to finish them all by tomorrow morning, will he

I blinked in disbelief, realizing that the desserts in front of me were indeed real and not an illusion

Liu cast a cold glance at me and placed the dessert on the table in front of me

Classmate Wei Ya, you may have misunderstood

It is best to practice what one preaches