I am currently in a trip through China to train my culinary skills.
We have just visited Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province.
We stopped by the Star Way Village, a small town close to Kunming, to rest up.
Ahh, I'm stuffed.
I can't eat another bite.
Hey Mao, we ordered so much. Do we have enough money?
Don't worry. The three of us worked hard to earn some money. There's still a lot left.
He's exactly right. I have the money right here.
It's... gone!
What?! What?!
W-where did you lose it?
Did you misplace it somewhere?
That's right! Take off all your clothes!
Stop it, you two!
- Maybe it's hidden somewhere in your clothes.
I hope you aren't going to stiff us on the check.
The Bridge of Love. Galaxy Noodles.
Mao! Shilou!
Don't be so rough. It's true! We did lose the money.
We had no intention to eat and run.
That doesn't matter because you can't pay us anyway.
Fine, go report us to the police then!
Very well, if that's what you wish!
We don't have to involve the police.
Mr. Harry.
It's a serious crime to eat a dish cooked by a Senior Chef for free. You must be taught a lesson.
Don't hesistate just because they're kids.
Beat the three of them up and throw them in the river!
Mao!
Wait!
Come on, they're only children!
Eagle! Are you saying we should let kids eat for free?
No, I'm not. But you can't beat them up!
You're so considerate. As usual.
I don't have to listen to a Third-Level Cook like you!
Get back to work and cook for tomorrow's wedding!
Yes sir!
Wait, wait!
You can't run away...
Slow down! Slow down, you!
Get back here!
Take that!
Damn... you!
You're all useless!
Master Yang has arrived!
Lady Laya is with him.
Laya...
You have arrived. Master Yang, and Lady Laya.
If only you informed me earlier, I could have picked you up.
Oh, we're just dropping by.
We just have to visit a few people, before tomorrow's wedding.
I apologize for not being able to come along.
I can't just leave the restaurant unattended just because of personal business.
Did you hear that, Laya?
He thinks so responsibly, as a head chef leading the restaurant.
Yes.
He's a great Senior Chef. I was right to have chosen him for you.
Harry, please take good care of Laya and Xinghan Restaurant.
Sir, you can count on me!
Lady Laya, allow me to congratulate you on your marriage.
Lady Laya.
I'm looking forward to seeing you in a wedding dress tomorrow.
I'm so happy! I have nothing to worry about now.
Hey, who's that old guy?
Hey, you watch your mouth!
That's Master Yang, an upstanding citizen and owner of our restaurant.
Oh, I see.
Hey Mister.
You!
Since you're the owner of the restaurant, you can settle this quickly.
Who is he?
He's one of the naughty children who tried to run off without paying the bill.
How many times do I have to say it? We're not running away!
Master Yang.
I promise to pay for what we ate.
So please, let us work it off.
We'll wash the dishes, or do whatever you want!
I ask you on their behalf too.
You're in the Master's presence. Back off, Eagle!
Hold it. I would prefer to let this occasion be free of trouble.
We do need people to help us prepare for the ceremony. Send them to my house later.
I see. What a great idea, sir.
Hah. What a kiss ass.
I'll see you tomorrow at the wedding!
Please take care, Master Yang.
Laya, Milady.
Um, thank you Eagle.
It all worked out.
You saved us, Mr. Third-Level Cook!
You shouldn't call him that!
But he's right.
Thanks for helping.
I made you some refreshments. Please have some.
Wow, meat buns! I shall partake.
How is it?
It's quite tasty.
You'll make a great wife. I guarantee it!
Oh, thank you.
But why are you marrying such a jerk?
Don't you deserve a better man than that?
Miss Laya!
Maybe I said something I shouldn't have.
Miss Laya.
I'm sorry everyone. Please don't mind me.
Wow, what a beautiful view!
Isn't it?
Looking at this view makes me feel serene.
Miss Laya.
Yes?
Can I ask you a question?
Sure, go ahead.
I'm just wondering... Are you in love with someone else?
I hope you don't mind my asking that.
That river...
What?
It's called the "Small Galaxy."
Small Galaxy?
What a romantic name!
Last year, at the night of Qi Xi, we were on that bridge.
Laya, when I save enough money, I'd like to give you some pearls.
Really?
Would you accept it?
I'm so happy. I'll be looking forward to that day, Eagle.
Since this village is far away from the ocean,
pearls are very rare, and are treasured keepsakes here.
So, that was Eagle's way of professing his vow of eternal love to me.
But a while after that, Harry, a Senior Chef, came to our restaurant.
His Title impressed my father.
He decided to put Harry in charge of the kitchen.
But he planned to give him much more than that.
Laya, you will take Harry as your husband.
You must not see Eagle again.
Eagle assured me that he will support your marriage to Harry.
What? Eagle said that?
We can't let a Third-Level Cook inherit Xinghan Restaurant.
I think Eagle understands his position and limitations.
Even if your father wanted it, you shouldn't have to marry a man you don't love, Laya!
After my mother died, my father raised me single-handedly.
I don't want to go against him.
Since then, Eagle started to avoid me.
He doesn't even want to make eye contact.
So, how about the pearls he promised?
But it's all right.
Like my father said, I will marry Harry.
Miss Laya...
Although she says she's fine with it,
I wonder if Miss Laya secretly regrets her impending marriage.
But why did Eagle just back out?
It's quite simple, he didn't truly love Miss Laya.
Wow, this is amazing!
Who carved this?
Eagle did.
He's pretty skilled, for a Third-Level Cook!
But, I feel sorry for Eagle.
What?
He couldn't marry Lady Laya. And besides...
He's much too nice.
Where is Eagle?
He has already left.
He quit his job.
What?!
He left this as a parting gift for Lady Laya.
For Lady Laya...
Eagle still has feelings for her!
Naughty, naughty! Can you still stay here? You're getting married tomorrow!
Hey, it's my last night as a bachelor!
Harry.
You made out like a bandit, Harry.
You get Xinghan Restaurant and a beautiful bride in one fell swoop!
An old man and a naive girl sheltered from the real world.
It was so easy to tame them.
You bad boy.
I'll turn Xinghan Restaurant into a high class bar, and make lots of money!
Let us join you too!
Sure thing!
Now, let's have a little pre-celebration fun. My treat!
Harry!
- This'll be fun!
Eagle.
I can't believe what you just said!
What is it? Mind your own business.
Get out of my sight!
Damn you!
Listen up. Whatever you do will only be a waste of time. Xinghan will be mine tomorrow!
Understand?
Damn it. Wait!
Out of the way!
Take this!
Mr. Third-Level Cook!
'Scuse me.
Mr. Eagle!
Pull yourself together! Come on!
Wake up!
This is...?!
Ouchies!
Hold still and take it like a man!
Ahh, okay.
By the way, Igle. What's his?
Did you buy that as a present for Miss Laya?
How did you know?
I'm sorry. Miss Laya told us the whole story.
Hey, why did you do it? Run away from Miss Laya?
Laya, no, Milady would have a better future if she marries a Senior Chef, instead of me.
So, you don't hate her at all?
No way! I would never hate her!
But I didn't know Harry was such a cruel man.
It's too late to do anything now.
The wedding is tomorrow, after all.
Hey, what gives?
You sounded like you don't care. Think of a solution!
But Laya said she would follow her father's wishes and forget about Eagle.
I feel very sorry for Laya.
Do something, Mao.
Mr. Eagle. Can you lend me that pearl bangle?
Huh? Sure.
What are you going to do with that?
A good dish brings happiness to people.
Therefore...
It may also be able to detect and confirm happiness in people!
Master Yang, looks like you chose a good heir.
You won't have to worry about Xinghan Restaurant any more.
Dear honored guests...
Thank you all for coming to witness the wedding between my daughter, Laya, and Harry.
The ceremony is about to start. Laya, give the ring to the groom.
What's wrong, Laya?
Yes.
Thank you for waiting! Thank you for waiting!
Miss Laya, a friend sent us to deliver this in celebration of your wedding.
A friend?
You! What are you doing here?
Shilou, let's do it!
Okay!
Here it is, Brother Mao's special noodles!
What?
What is that?
Just black soup.
What are you brats trying to do?
Serving inauspicious black soup to my wedding?!
Shilou! Mei Li!
Okay!
Here goes!
What?
What are they doing?
Is that the night sky? A galaxy of stars glowing on the table!
Countless stars are twinkling in a huge bowl.
Looking down on a starry night. What a magnificent and romantic view!
Is that a real dish?
That's right. These are my special Galaxy Noodles!
Galaxy Noodles?
Two bright stars are located at opposite ends of the Milky Way - the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl.
They are separated by the Milky Way river, and can only see each other for one day each year.
Yet, they renew their love each year. We celebrate their reunion every year on Qi Xi.
I understand.
A fiitting dish, carrying a wish for a couple's eternal love.
I thank whoever sent it.
Can it be?
What a very deep and mysterious flavor! The black soup is made from squid ink.
It melds perfectly with the smooth elastic noodles.
A truly magnificent taste.
But what are the twinkling stars on the soup surface?
Right. That's made from pearl powder.
Pearls!
Oh, but pearls are quite rare here.
How did you get them?
Yes. This came from a pearl bangle Eagle bought for you, just as he promised.
Eagle...
I'm sorry. I broke off two or three pearls for the soup.
Brat, what is the meaning of this?
Mr. Yang.
Having a Senior Chef title does not automatically make someone a wonderful cook.
This man's purpose was to seize control over your restaurant!
What?
What nonsense are you blabbering?
Master Yang, would you trust the words of a boy who has no credentials at all?
No credentials at all, you say?
What?
That's the...
He's the youngest Super Chef in history...
... Liu Mao Xing!
A Super Chef...!
How's that? Do you trust him now?
Harry, explain yourself.
Oh man. I was so close to winning the grand prize...
Harry!
Take that!
Mao, I apologize.
I told myself that I was doing this for Laya's sake, but...
I only cared for Xinghan Restaurant. I'm so ashamed of myself.
Master Yang, please look at that.
I was wondering what that was...
Here goes!
Mr. Eagle made this for Ms. Laya.
What? This was done by Eagle?
The Xinghan has a great chef whose potential is no less than that of a Senior Chef!
And that's a guarantee by Brother Mao!
That's right.
Laya.
Ms. Laya.
Eagle's waiting for you at the place where he promised you the pearls.
Go to him!
Eagle! Eagle!
Eagle!
Laya.
Eagle!
Laya!
It's funny. I cried so much that I thought have no more tears.
How pretty! The river is reflecting so many stars!
That's why people call it the Small Galaxy.
How romantic.
Eternal happiness for lovers. Heh, what a concept.
I wish someone would give me such a bangle...
Um... hey look, Mao!
The stars are so beautiful!
"In the Bluest Sky, I Can Meet With You"
I felt a signal pass through me today
As I went out to meet up with you
In this crowded cityscape, an enlightening wind
Is blowing hard into my face
Up in the clouds, above the Earth, where the Angels' ladders reach with grace
I stretched out my arms, and climbed right on. Now I can go...
Everywhere, gently riding a white wispy cloud
In the bluest sky, I can meet with you
No matter what the time, where the place The path to take, I want to see it through
I will never give up until the end
I want to gather up all pieces of the dreams that shine with seven rainbow colors
Ahh… perhaps the answers that I want
Are there all along in front of me