Gemotions

Chef Kenji stared at the article. The critic had called his ramen "flavorless and uninspired." He felt a flush of heat rise up his neck. He went to the kitchen and made a batch of fresh ramen, starting from scratch. He used new ingredients.

He spent hours perfecting the broth, the noodles, the toppings. He ignored his frustration, focusing on the quality of the dish. He thought about his grandmother and the ways she showed affection. He would not stop until he surpassed his old self.