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On Friday morning, after the Association announced that Jeong Gyeoul was S-Class, a massive crowd gathered near the Monster Restaurant. However, with the cooperation of Daehyun, Taebaek, the Association, and the police, filming was able to proceed with utmost attention to safety.

By Friday evening, 100 lucky guests selected through a lottery began gathering early to enter as soon as possible.

Due to unruly crowds causing disturbances, a new waiting area was set up for them.

By 7 AM on Saturday, all 100 teams had arrived two hours before the Monster Restaurant’s opening.

The production team had considered additional lotteries in case of no-shows, but surprisingly, all 100 teams showed up before opening, making it unnecessary.

“Looking back now, it’s a relief. If we had conducted the lottery here with this crowd, an accident could have happened.”

“True. The impact of the S-Class announcement is beyond imagination. It’s incomparable to fans coming to see celebrities.”

“Stars are often famous only within Korea, but heroes have a global influence. Still, I didn’t expect so many foreigners.”

The production team estimated that nearly half of the crowd were foreigners.

The cast had been up since dawn, busy with preparations.

Winter, Yuna, Kim Guk-min, and Han Seo-jin cleaned the hall, prepared drinks, and filled napkins.

Jeong Gyeoul and Kim Cheol-soo prepared pasta, sauces, and chopped vegetables, filling the kitchen.

The kitchen was busier than expected, so additional stoves were added, requiring more preparation.

“Please wrap up the kitchen. I need to check the hall.”

“Don’t worry, I can finish the kitchen alone.”

Initially, Jeong Gyeoul planned to focus solely on the kitchen, but the hall staff struggled without serving experience.

Eventually, Jeong Gyeoul had to assist both the kitchen and the hall, ensuring details were perfected.

“The hall should be good now. We’ll handle any gaps with quick thinking.”

“…I’m so nervous, more than my first performance or concert.”

“Don’t worry too much. Not all guests will come at once.”

“But 100 teams a day? Can we handle it?”

“If it gets too tough, the production team will add more staff. We’ll manage. Let’s do our best.”

Despite being adults, the cast relied on and were comforted by Jeong Gyeoul, who had become the team leader.

From the uninhabited island filming to the Monster Restaurant, Jeong Gyeoul’s leadership had solidified.

After encouraging the hall staff, Jeong Gyeoul returned to the kitchen.

The kitchen team had been preparing since dawn and was ready 30 minutes before opening.

With a quick pep talk, they prepared to welcome guests.

“Everyone! Let’s do our best! These guests came from far to enjoy our food. Let’s make it a happy time for them!”

“Yes, Chef!”

The synchronized cheers from the hall and kitchen boosted morale.

‘Is this why people become head chefs? Maybe I should pursue cooking?’

Jeong Gyeoul quickly dismissed the thought, refocusing on the task.

‘Stay calm. Just do as we prepared.’

Despite her leadership role, Jeong Gyeoul was only 14, emotionally similar to her age despite her past life experiences.

Her rationality from experience helped control her emotions, but the pressure was immense.

“Phew… I’d rather go on a monster raid.”

“Haha, even the great Jeong Gyeoul is nervous?”

“Monsters and villains can just be smashed… but we have to satisfy guests. Let’s do our best.”

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The world’s hottest S-Class hero, Jeong Gyeoul, was opening the Monster Restaurant.

The staff was both excited and nervous to welcome the first guests, who were equally thrilled.

This was a chance to see popular celebrities and taste their cooking.

Despite offers to buy entry tickets for millions, no one sold theirs.

“Five minutes to opening!”

“I’m so nervous, I might die!”

“Let’s do our best without mistakes!”

After what felt like an hour, the five minutes passed, and the Monster Restaurant’s doors opened.

Guests began entering in order.

“Welcome to the Monster Restaurant!”

The hall staff greeted guests as business officially began.

“Wow, the interior is amazing!”

“Look at Winter and Yuna, they’re so pretty…”

“Let’s sit down. Can we sit anywhere?”

As guests marveled at the interior and staff, Winter and Yuna guided them to their seats.

Eight teams arrived at once, with Kim Guk-min and Han Seo-jin taking orders.

“Chef, we have too many orders!”

“Don’t stress. These guests are more patient than usual. And we can use magic, so what’s there to worry about?”

Despite the initial overwhelm, cooking began swiftly.

Jeong Gyeoul quickly reviewed eight orders and directed Kim Cheol-soo.

“Three Bolognese, two cream, two oil. Lasagna is ready, so focus on pasta first. Let me know if anything’s too much.”

“Yes, Chef!”

Jeong Gyeoul handled eight steak pans simultaneously using telekinesis.

“Time the pasta with me, considering resting time.”

“Yes!”

The hero’s kitchen was unlike any ordinary one, with both chefs moving at incredible speed.

In the hall, tables were set, and drinks were served as staff attended to guests.

“Have you tried monster meat before?”

“No, it’s my first time. It’s too expensive usually.”

“I’m excited. Will it be good?”

“Did you see the teaser? The cast had reactions like Cooking King Bi Ryong. Haha.”

“Thinking about it makes me angry. Were Winter and Yuna really that pretty?”

“…Let’s drop that. Our table has cameras too.”

“…Let’s watch it at home.”

Couples admired Winter and Yuna’s beauty, often getting scolded, while others admired Han Seo-jin.

Guests watched the celebrities serve and peeked into the kitchen to see Jeong Gyeoul and Kim Cheol-sou.

“I wish they’d run this place forever.”

“Having an S-Class hero like Jeong Gyeoul here is a national loss. She’s a huge part of our national power.”

“That’s just talk. You have no romance.”

As the boyfriend spoke rationally, the girlfriend glared.

“Your Red Jaguar Steak, Bolognese Pasta, and Lasagna are here.”

“Thank you! Wow, the presentation is amazing!”

The girlfriend smacked her boyfriend’s hand as he reached for his fork.

“Wait for the photo.”

“…Okay.”

Other tables also drooled over the served dishes.

 

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