“Consuming vinegar (Jealous).”
On the best way house, Cheng Yun was nonetheless upset, desirous about what Li Fengjiao had mentioned. Regardless that he knew it was simply one thing she mentioned in anger and Yang Hongjin would by no means marry the daughter of a butcher. However he couldn’t assist feeling indignant.
Sensing that his spouse was in a nasty temper, Yang Hongjin didn’t preserve speaking as he used to. He rigorously squeezed his spouse’s hand and gently shook it, observing Cheng Yun’s facial features, feeling at a loss about what to do.
Though he knew it was improper to vent his anger on him, Cheng Yun couldn’t assist however consider the butcher’s daughter when he noticed Yang Hongjin.
He instantly stopped strolling, and seeing that his spouse wasn’t shifting, Yang Hongjin stood there too, refusing to maneuver.
Cheng Yun instantly mentioned, “Squat.”
Yang Hongjin didn’t dare to disobey, so he crouched down. After ready for some time, he instantly felt a weight on his again, and Cheng Yun’s voice got here from his ear, “Carry me in your again.”
“Oh.” Yang Hongjin obediently lifted Cheng Yun onto his again. He was used to doing handbook labor, and Cheng Yun was mild, so it was simple for him to hold him.
They walked a brief distance at the hours of darkness like this, and Cheng Yun’s anger step by step subsided. He belatedly felt a bit embarrassed. He patted Yang Hongjin’s shoulder and whispered, “Okay, put me down.”
“Spouse, I’m carrying you, not heavy!” Yang Hongjin proudly carried Cheng Yun.
Trying round and seeing that there was nobody close by, unable to see one another within the pitch blackness, Cheng Yun determined to reap the benefits of the truth that this fool wasn’t drained and was joyful to cease strolling.
He thought for a second, however nonetheless couldn’t let go of the butcher’s daughter. With half of his face buried in Yang Hongjin’s shoulder, his voice sounded smooth as he requested, “Have you learnt Butcher Wang within the village?”
Yang Hongjin by no means lied and actually replied, “Know!”
Cheng Yun pursed his lips at his response, and after some time, he requested, “Then are you aware his daughter?”
“I do know.” Yang Hongjin nodded, however was frivolously thumped on the shoulder by Cheng Yun, slightly puzzled, “Spouse?”
Cheng Yun hmphed softly, his tone bitter, “So do you want his daughter?”
Upon listening to this, Yang Hongjin’s face wrinkled, and he vigorously shook his head, resolute in his reply, “I don’t like her.”
Cheng Yun felt relieved upon listening to that.
In his coronary heart, he secretly rejoiced, and he continued to ask, “Why don’t you want her?”
Yang Hongjin didn’t know why his spouse instantly introduced this up, however he was joyful listening to him converse in poor health of others. He answered actually, “She at all times bullies me.”
Upon listening to these phrases, Cheng Yun grew to become slightly sad. It was one factor to be a bit jealous, however he couldn’t tolerate his husband being bullied. If he bullied his personal husband, it was acceptable, however it was a unique matter when others joined in!
He requested Yang Hongjin to inform him intimately. The fool was now a lot better at talking, and Cheng Yun discovered it not obscure his intermittent phrases. The gist of it was that once they had been younger, the individuals within the village used to bully Yang Hongjin for being a idiot, and Butcher Wang’s daughter, Wang Cui, was a troublesome one. She was slightly tyrant within the village and as soon as led a bunch of children to tease and push Yang Hongjin into the river.
Cheng Yun felt distressed listening to this. He didn’t care about Li Fengjiao’s suggestion of marrying Wang Cui to Yang Hongjin anymore. He leaned his head towards Yang Hongjin’s face, thought for a second, after which leaned in to provide him a kiss, his voice filled with tenderness, “To any extent further, your spouse will defend you, and nobody will bully you once more.”
Yang Hongjin didn’t know why his spouse instantly mentioned this, however it made him joyful. He was so delighted that he even forgot about his spouse being indignant simply now. All he might take into consideration was that his face ought to be very clear, and his spouse wouldn’t have a stomachache.
⊱ ━━━━.⋅ εïз ⋅.━━━━ ⊰
Whereas Cheng Yun calmly ready Sauerkraut, Yueqiong Tower, upon receiving the primary batch of Sauerkraut, intensified its efforts to course of and jar it. Two days later, simply earlier than the start of autumn, a heavy rain washed away the sweltering warmth of the complete Nanming Metropolis. Making the most of this chance, Yueqiong Tower unveiled two new dishes: Sauerkraut Fish and Sauerkraut Jar.
For some time, Yueqiong Tower as soon as once more grew to become the focus. From Nanming Metropolis to the villagers of Tie Village, everybody was speaking in regards to the recent gadgets of Yueqiong Tower.
One in all them was Lu Wenwu from the east of town. He was a frequent customer to Yueqiong Tower. Up to now, he not often got here to Yueqiong Tower for meals as a result of he lived within the japanese a part of town. Nevertheless, ever since Yueqiong Tower gained nice fame over a month in the past and subsequently launched a number of new and thrilling dishes, Lu Wenwu made it a behavior to go to Yueqiong Tower for an excellent meal each week.
Just a few days in the past, he heard that Yueqiong Tower was about to launch a brand new dish. Consequently, Lu Wenwu had his home servant come over day by day to inquire about it. In the present day, he occurred to catch the discharge of the brand new dish. Early within the morning, Lu Wenwu and his household arrived on the restaurant and located an extended line outdoors Yueqiong Tower. Many acquainted faces had been ready to get in.
Standing in step with Lu Wenwu had been common prospects of Yueqiong Tower. Throughout the wait, they couldn’t assist however speculate in regards to the new dish that Yueqiong Tower was about to introduce. Additionally they mentioned the earlier 5 Cup Duck’ dish that had garnered consideration.
Lu Wenwu mentioned, ‘I’ve been in Tengyun City for a few years. Earlier than coming right here, I used to do enterprise elsewhere and have eaten at quite a few eating places throughout the nation. I’ve by no means tasted such scrumptious meals earlier than!’
One other particular person agreed, ‘Sure, that dish ‘5 Cup Duck’ was actually superb. It was candy however not overwhelming, and really scrumptious. Our complete household loves it.’
“Even the earlier Pine Nut Fish was scrumptious,” one other particular person mentioned, “Yueqiong Tower had related dishes previously, like fried fish or one thing like that. However in comparison with Pine Nut Fish, they had been worlds aside!”
Lu Wenwu added, ‘I requested somebody from Yueqiong Tower earlier than, and so they mentioned they didn’t change their head chef. Chef Ye remains to be in cost. Nevertheless, lately, Boss Liu, the proprietor, appears to have discovered somebody who gave a number of recommendations, making the meals at Yueqiong Tower a lot better.’
The others instantly realized and mentioned, ‘No surprise!’ A few of them had seen that Yueqiong Tower had positioned some clay pots neatly outdoors the doorway. Many individuals who completed their meals on the restaurant would purchase one or two jars to take house. However there was no signal indicating what was inside, so everybody speculated that Yueqiong Tower had give you one other recent novelty, identical to the bitter plum soup from earlier than.
Lastly, it was their flip after an extended wait. The shopkeeper greeted them on the entrance with a smiling face and warmly welcomed Lu Wenwu and his household into the restaurant.
“Shopkeeper, do you will have new dishes as we speak? Are you able to advocate one thing to me?”
Lu Wenwu, being an everyday buyer, acquired a really enthusiastic response from the shopkeeper. “Brother Lu, you’ve come on the proper time! Yueqiong Tower has launched a brand new dish referred to as ‘Sauerkraut Fish,’” he gestured as if fanning the aroma, “Are you able to odor it? It’s our new dish! Because you’ve come as we speak with your loved ones, how about ordering the Sauerkraut Fish, 5 Cup Duck, and Garlic Stir-Fried Greens?”
“Sounds good, you possibly can prepare that!”
“Alright!” the shopkeeper mentioned to the waiter, “Begin with Smashed Cucumber for Brother Lu to get pleasure from whereas ready.” Then, he whispered to Lu Wenwu, “Think about this Smashed Cucumber on the home. Please get pleasure from.”
Lu Wenwu was delighted and nodded on the shopkeeper. He was handled like an esteemed visitor, which made him really feel proud in entrance of his spouse and kids. He grew even fonder of Yueqiong Tower.
The price of Smashed Cucumber was not excessive, and when Cheng Yun steered providing it without cost to common prospects, Liu Wen initially hesitated. In spite of everything, each dish, irrespective of how small, may very well be bought for cash. He had opened the restaurant to make extra earnings. Freely giving meals for no cause appeared like a loss-making deal.
Nevertheless, Cheng Yun satisfied Liu Wen and delegated this choice to the employees. They had been those who interacted with prospects essentially the most and will resolve when and to whom to supply complimentary dishes.
Liu Wen didn’t know what Cheng Yun had in thoughts, however he had witnessed Cheng Yun’s skills throughout this era. Since Cheng Yun was so insistent, Liu Wen selected to belief him.
Surprisingly, this small gesture had an incredible affect on Liu Wen!
Identical to Lu Wenwu, many common prospects who got here to Yueqiong Tower found that they had been receiving additional meals. Furthermore, this act was loudly introduced by the employees. In comparison with different prospects, they felt like honored friends, privileged in entrance of their households and buddies, and symbols of prosperity within the eyes of strangers.
In spite of everything, he was a loyal buyer of Yueqiong Tower who visited virtually each week, so he managed to get pleasure from such advantages!
From then on, they immediately acknowledged the popularity of Yueqiong Tower. They might by no means go to every other restaurant if they will go to Yueqiong Tower, whereas these prospects who didn’t obtain complimentary dishes hoped to familiarize themselves with the restaurant and finally obtain the identical remedy.
Apart from the purchasers, even the waitstaff on the restaurant felt a way of “privilege.” This made them extra united with Yueqiong Tower, and their service angle improved. They labored as in the event that they had been constructing their very own enterprise.
This virtuous cycle made Yueqiong Tower higher day-to-day, and its popularity continued to enhance. Individuals who had dined at Yueqiong Tower had been amazed by the meals and repair it provided, and people who hadn’t been there heard reward from others. They hoped to in the future go to Yueqiong Tower and expertise firsthand if it was nearly as good as everybody mentioned.
Lu Wenwu hadn’t even began consuming, however he was already in an incredible temper. The entire household was laughing and chatting, eagerly anticipating the brand new dish.
When the Sauerkraut Fish was served, Lu Wenwu and his household stared intently. As quickly because the waiter positioned the dish on the desk, they couldn’t wait to select up their chopsticks and begin consuming.
The freshly cooked Sauerkraut Fish emitted a pleasant aroma. The boneless fish fillets had been tender and white, paired with crispy and scrumptious Sauerkraut. The long-cooked soup had a golden hue, and even earlier than tasting it, it made one’s urge for food soar.
Lu Wenwu used his chopsticks to take away the peppercorns from the fish fillet and took a chunk into his mouth.
“So… scrumptious!” His eyes widened in shock, and his face confirmed an astonished expression.
The flavour of the Sauerkraut and wealthy broth infused into the fish meat. The slowly simmered soup was bitter, refreshing, and appetizing, with a wealthy and fragrant style. The spiciness of the peppercorns stimulated the style buds, leaving one longing for extra.
Lu Wenwu couldn’t assist however eat a number of items in succession. Unable to withstand, he requested the waiter to carry two bowls of steamed rice. Each the Sauerkraut and the fish had been extremely flavorful and scrumptious. It was so good that Lu Wenwu felt like he might swallow his tongue. He even scooped a few spoonfuls of the soup to combine along with his rice. He then noticed his son holding his bowl and ingesting the soup immediately!
It had been some time since Lu Wenwu had eaten with such enthusiasm, and seeing his son devouring the meals like a hungry little one who hadn’t eaten for days, he was barely embarrassed.
Nevertheless, when he appeared round, he realized that the individuals round him had been no higher off. Some had been much more ravenous than his son!
Each buyer who got here to Yueqiong Tower was amazed by this Sauerkraut Fish dish. Every desk was served a big pot, and it was returned empty. Nearly each desk completed the dish and even drank each drop of the soup. If there have been leftovers, they might pack them to take house.
The fish was the identical fish, however after being cooked with varied spices, it turned out to be this extremely scrumptious. The flavour of the Sauerkraut blended into the soup and permeated the fish with none explicit style being overwhelming.
After consuming and ingesting to their coronary heart’s content material, Lu Wenwu smacked his lips and savored the dishes that they had simply loved. Even Lu Wenwu’s spouse, who often complained that he spent an excessive amount of cash on eating places, couldn’t assist however counsel coming again subsequent time.
Lu Wenwu felt that this meal was notably satisfying, as if the treasured factor he had at all times cherished had lastly been acknowledged by others. And when the proprietor knowledgeable them that they might buy the Sauerkraut they simply had, Lu Wenwu lastly understood why each particular person leaving Yueqiong Tower would inevitably take a jar or two.
On that day, the income of Yueqiong Tower doubled in comparison with earlier days, and greater than half of the Sauerkraut jars ready by Cheng Yun had been bought immediately!”