allendalepharm Chapter 222 Seeking a Means of Living
Chapter 222 Seeking a Means of Living
"Junior Brother Jiang, are you really going to treat us to a meal?" Huang Xue Ning was a little flattered.
Although Jiang Youzhen's purpose of inviting him was not for him, Jiang Youzhen still called his name, so why didn't he invite him specifically? Otherwise, Jiang Youzhen could have completely ignored him!
Thinking of this, Huang Xue Ning became happy again. What his father said was indeed right, where there is a will, there is a way!
"Yes! Brother, is there something that prevents you from going?"
As soon as Jiang Youzhen finished speaking, Huang Xuening immediately waved his hand, "I'm free, I'm free. Junior brother is treating us, how can I not honor you?"
"Let's go! Take my carriage!" Huang Xue Ning walked in front happily, completely forgetting what he said before that he would be a dog if he paid any attention to Jiang Youzhen again.
Jiang Youzhen did not take Huang Xue Ning's carriage, and Jiang Jiawang was excited all the way.
"Uncle Sixteen, I haven't been to a restaurant yet! I've heard that the fish in Hongyunlou is delicious." Jiang Jiawang began to drool as he spoke.
"Then we'll order fish later and you can eat more." Jiang Youzhen lifted the curtain and looked at the bustling market outside.
Jiang Jiawang took a look at Jiang Youzhen's handsome face and suddenly felt warm in his heart.
"Uncle Sixteen, you are so nice. You are so nice to me."
Jiang Youzhen smiled. Children are too easily satisfied. They wag their tails when given food. However, this child’s temperament is indeed likable, much better than those younger generations of the Jiang family. This shows that education is still important.
Both the original owner and she felt that Jiang Muchuan and Jiang Musong were annoying after she came here.
The eldest brother Jiang Muchuan is very aloof. He usually lives in the town and seldom comes back because he hates Qinghe Village and thinks that the people there are all peasants. Whenever he comes back, he is full of disgust.
Jiang Musong and Jiang Mubai were hot-tempered, stealing chickens and dogs, and were even more annoying than Jiang Muchuan. Not only her, but other villagers also had no good comments about these three people.
Just as he was about to look away, Jiang Youzhen suddenly saw Tong Huaian's carriage disappear around the corner.
Jiang Youzhen didn't find it strange. Tong Huaian usually liked to go out to visit friends and discuss knowledge with classmates. Of course, this was just an excuse made by the servants of the Tong family. In fact, it was just to interfere in the affairs of the court.
"Gentlemen, would you like a private room?" As soon as Jiang Youzhen and his friends entered the restaurant, the waiter came up to them with a smile.
When the waiter saw that Jiang Youzhen, who was leading the group, was dressed richly, the smile on his face became even more obvious.
Jiang Youzhen nodded, and when she saw Zhang the shopkeeper looking over at her from the counter, she nodded and smiled as a greeting. She had made her first fortune here, and Zhang the shopkeeper was a nice guy.
Shopkeeper Zhang immediately returned the greeting. Huang Xuening, who was behind Jiang Youzhen, was a frequent visitor to his house. He greeted each of them and asked the waiter to entertain them well.
When Jiang Youzhen went upstairs, he began to think. This young man looked familiar, but he couldn't remember where he had seen him. And how could such a person exist in this small town? It was impossible that he had not seen him before!
He is familiar with the young master of the Huang family. Could he be from the county town or the provincial capital?
"Aniu, go talk to Xiao Fang and find out about that young man's background." Shopkeeper Zhang gave the order and planned to go to the kitchen himself to order dishes. These people must not be offended.
Jiang Youzhen and his friends entered the Orchid Hall. Jiang Youzhen couldn't help but smile as he listened to the waiter announcing the familiar signature dishes.
"Does Junior Brother Jiang come here often? His crispy glutinous rice duck, Wensi tofu, and boiled cabbage are three unique dishes! Even if other restaurants imitate him, they can't imitate his essence. Except for Hongyun Restaurant, other restaurants don't have this taste."
Huang Xue Ning was full of praise for these three dishes.
Jiang Youzhen smiled. Even if she didn't come here often, she was familiar with these three dishes because they were the recipes she sold.
"But when it comes to delicious food, it has to be Fuyun Pavilion. You will never forget the food of Fuyun Pavilion after you have tasted it once. Their dishes are very unique. They will release one or two new dishes every month, which is really unforgettable. If you have the chance, Jiang Junior Brother, go to the county town and the prefectural city to try them. It will definitely be worth the trip."
As Huang Xue Ning spoke, he smacked his lips twice, seemingly still savoring the taste.
Jiang Youzhen smiled, this showed that his restaurant was very successful!
Wen Ruyu and Jiang Jiawang probably don't have much chance to come to Hongyunlou, so Jiang Youzhen took the initiative to order these three dishes, plus a squirrel fish.
"Brothers, please feel free to order whatever you want. I'll treat you today. Don't be polite."
"I don't need that." Wen Ruyu wanted to say that there were only four of them, and four dishes would actually be enough, but he was embarrassed to say it.
"Then let's have four more cold dishes, two stir-fried vegetarian dishes, a chicken soup, and finally two dim sum." Huang Xue Ning never compromised himself, so he ordered without hesitation.
Wen Ruyu was planning to treat the guests herself, but when she heard Huang Xue Ning order so much, she looked at him speechlessly. Even if they didn't drink, they would have to spend at least two taels of silver for this meal.
He is poor! Huang Xue Ning is really stupid.
"It seems that Senior Brother Huang is a frequent customer and is very familiar with the dishes of Hongyun Restaurant."
"That's right! Besides the Fuyun Pavilion in the county town, I like Hongyun Pavilion the most. It's a pity that I can't go to Fuyun Pavilion often, and I don't like the new dishes in Hongyun Pavilion."
Jiang Youzhen was very satisfied with Huang Xuening's praise. It was because of her good recipes and good service that she could make a lot of money! Most importantly, her recipes were unique. Even if other restaurants imitated them, they could not surpass her original taste.
While they were waiting for the food, Wen Ruyu finally mustered up the courage to state his purpose.
"Oh? Senior Brother Wen, do you mean to find a job to make a living?" Jiang Youzhen glanced at the other party. He didn't expect that Wen Ruyu was not pedantic and knew how to make money to support himself.
"Yes! I am ashamed to say that I have been studying for seven years and have always relied on my family for support. I am already a seven-foot-tall man, how can I always rely on my parents? I usually copy books to supplement the family income, but it is just a drop in the bucket. I heard that Junior Brother Jiang has a business, but I am not jealous, I just want to have another way to make a living."
After Wen Ruyu spoke out everything, he felt much more relaxed. He was originally unwilling to lower his status, after all, it was his ability to make money.
Although we still don't know what Jiang Youzhen does for a living, he must make a lot of money, as can be seen from his daily attire.
They had just met, and he made this request, which was really embarrassing. But his father was seriously ill and had been delayed for a long time, so he had no choice. Huang Xue Ning often gave him money and said he wanted to give him money, but he didn't want it.
Once you get used to Huang Xue Ning's gifts, the relationship between you and Huang Xue Ning will no longer be pure.
"I know Junior Brother Jiang is in a difficult situation. If it doesn't work, just pretend I didn't say anything." Seeing Jiang Youzhen's thoughtful look, he immediately backed down.
However, Jiang Youzhen did not feel embarrassed, she was just thinking. Wen Ruyu will definitely rise to prominence in the future, so if she builds a good relationship with her now, she will have another way in the future.
Originally, Jiang Youzhen did not intend to get too involved with the court, but the memorial received the night before made her feel that money alone was useless, and she also needed connections, otherwise how could she gain a foothold in this era where imperial power was supreme?