Janie had understood Justin's underlying reasons for wanting her as his best man and acknowledged the situation. Despite the difficulty it presented, she agreed to fulfill the role, recognizing that Justin's trust issues had limited his social circle. The enticing aroma of the food beckoned to her, intensifying her hunger and making it hard to resist.
As Lisa joined them, having changed into a different outfit, she voiced her impatience, reminding Justin not to starve them any longer. Responding to her plea, Justin served the food, allowing Janie and Lisa to finally indulge in the anticipated meal.
Janie, unable to contain her hunger any longer, eagerly took the first spoonful of food. However, to her disappointment, the taste overwhelmed her senses. The dish proved to be excessively peppery and salty, causing Janie to involuntarily vomit.
Expressing her dissatisfaction, Janie addressed Justin directly, informing him of the overpowering flavors that marred the dish. Her words carried a mixture of surprise and disappointment, as the culinary experience fell short of their expectations.
After Janie expressed her dissatisfaction with the overly peppery and salty Italian dish, Lisa decided to taste it herself. Confirming Janie's assessment, she also found the flavors overwhelming and immediately rushed to the kitchen to rinse her mouth, attempting to alleviate the discomfort.
In response to their complaints, Justin defiantly declared that no one was allowed to waste his food. Despite acknowledging the excessive seasoning, he insisted that they must eat it as it was. Frustrated by Justin's stubbornness, Lisa challenged him, questioning whether he expected them to consume such unpalatable food. She expressed her disdain for the dish, asserting that she had never encountered anything worse before, and promptly left the room.
Justin, unwilling to let his food go to waste, raised his voice, calling after Lisa and threatening her with the prospect of cooking for the household as punishment for her disobedience. Lisa, undeterred, retorted that she would gladly take on the responsibility, confident that her cooking would surpass Justin's culinary endeavors. With that, she retreated to her room, leaving Justin alone in the aftermath of their confrontation.
Turning his attention to Janie, Justin realized that she was no longer present, and her untouched plate of food served as a reminder of her absence. Frustrated by the turn of events, he gathered the plates and decided to order food for himself and Janie instead. Determined to teach Lisa a lesson about disrespecting her boss, Justin considered this a suitable course of action.
Justin placed an order for sushi and eagerly awaited its arrival. When the delivery arrived, he took the tray of assorted sushi rolls into his room, intending to share them with Janie. The anticipation built as he imagined the flavors and textures of the fresh fish and rice.
Meanwhile, Lisa returned to the house with a newfound determination to showcase her culinary skills. Drawing inspiration from Mabel's mom, who had been her cooking mentor, Lisa decided to prepare a flavorful and comforting meal for herself and Justin. She rummaged through the pantry and refrigerator, gathering the necessary ingredients.
For her dish, Lisa decided to make a homemade chicken stir-fry with a medley of vegetables. She selected boneless chicken breast, bell peppers, broccoli florets, carrots, and snow peas as the main components. Additionally, she gathered minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a touch of honey to create a savory sauce that would infuse the stir-fry with delicious flavors.
Lisa began by slicing the chicken into thin strips and marinating them briefly in a mixture of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. In a hot skillet, she heated oil and added the marinated chicken, stir-frying it until it turned golden and cooked through. Next, she added the vegetables, allowing them to cook until they became tender-crisp and vibrant in color.
In a small bowl, Lisa combined the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and honey, stirring well to create the sauce. She poured the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, tossing everything together to coat them evenly. The aroma of the sizzling stir-fry filled the kitchen, enticing Justin and Janie, who were drawn downstairs by the delicious scent.
As Lisa finished cooking, she plated the chicken stir-fry, arranging it beautifully on a serving platter. She garnished it with freshly chopped green onions for a burst of freshness. Lisa awaited Justin and Janie's arrival, excited to share her homemade creation with them and show Justin who the boss of cooking between the two of them.