There is a happy inn in the capital.

Chapter 389 Master of Disguise

"Have you found out everything?"

"Jia Wuqiu, twenty-three years old, lost his father at the age of two and his mother at the age of three, and lived a life of eking out a living under a bridge."

"Ten years ago, Baoguige recruited employees, and Jia Wuqiu started working there at that time."

"Initially, I sold goods on the first floor, but because of my appearance, I was frequently harassed by customers, so I was transferred to the second or third floor to do cleaning work."

"Aside from work, he often trims the trees in the backyard. I spent an afternoon observing and confirmed that this was indeed the case."

Upon hearing this, Li Shuchen unconsciously touched the cup on the table.

The Eighth Sister's stealth skills are excellent; only top-tier assassins in the martial arts world would be able to detect her. Someone who works as a cleaner at the Precious Pavilion shouldn't have that ability.

If he doesn't have the skill, then he can show an interest in gardening.

Maybe he really likes it.

It could also be that they are too good at disguising themselves.

If it's a disguise, then this person started plotting from the moment they entered the Precious Pavilion. Such deep scheming is definitely not like someone who appears harmless on the surface.

"Keep an eye on him, and tell me if anything happens. Make sure he doesn't find out."

"Yes, miss"

February 14

Craftsman Kong sent someone to deliver the custom-made food box.

Li Shuchen looked at the food box with great satisfaction; it was exactly what she had imagined.

Let's start plating right away and see how it goes.

The bright green pickled cucumber strips were neatly arranged in a small, sweet-white glazed porcelain dish.

Salty and savory pork jerky, sliced ​​and arranged in a small peacock blue porcelain jar.

The plump, orange-yellow tangerines were washed clean and placed in a small celadon porcelain bottle.

Walnuts, almonds, and raisins were placed in a small porcelain jar filled with cowpeas.

The first layer is full, with rich colors, pleasing to the eye.

In the circular hole on the second level, Li Shuchen placed a bamboo tube containing mildly fermented peach blossom wine.

Cat-shaped rice balls are served on a small red porcelain plate with cowpeas.

Spring rolls filled with various vegetables are arranged in a small peacock blue porcelain vase.

Finally, she placed four different flavored and colored, coin-sized flower-shaped pastries into the sweet white glaze.

Such a meal for one

There were appetizers to whet the appetite, three different main dishes to fill the stomach, some fruit after the meal, dried meat as a snack, some nuts to chew on, and finally a sip of sweet peach blossom wine.

Absolutely perfect

Waiting for tomorrow to come

fifteen

The number of people on the street has increased significantly. They are walking in groups of two or three, chatting and laughing, towards Ruyi Temple.

Her vegetable dumplings sold even better than the previous two days, with most of them being bought by people who came to offer incense.

With such high traffic, it would be a shame if she didn't advertise.

Li Shuchen cleared his throat and called out.

"Our 'Spring Bento' is now available! This isn't just a simple bento box; it's your first ritual to unlock the wonders of spring."

"One box contains all the deliciousness and elegance, allowing you to be the most relaxed protagonist on your picnic mat."

"For just ten taels of silver, you can take the food container with you. If you're interested, feel free to come inside and take a look."

Unfortunately, despite greeting customers at the door for a long time, not a single person came in to inquire.

Grape comforted Li Shuchen

"Miss, perhaps they brought their own food, which is why they didn't come to the store to check out the new products."

"It's alright. People who can afford 'Spring Bento' are all wealthy families who travel by carriage. They usually don't pass by here when they go to offer incense and enjoy the spring scenery. Even if they do, the carriages go fast and they might not hear it. This matter is just a matter of luck."

"Chen'er, is the meal ready?"

Aunt Bi sat in the carriage, lifted the curtain and asked

Li Shuchen took out a prepared lunchbox, wrapped a steaming hot vegetable dumpling in oil paper, and handed it to the servant.

"Everything is ready. May Aunt Bi's prayers be answered."

"good boy"

The carriage creaked and slowly drove away, and Li Shuchen returned to his stall to continue selling his goods.

As she expected

In the afternoon, many young ladies and gentlemen came to inquire about the 'Spring Bento', and quite a few were ordered that evening.

It's even getting more popular every day.

To her surprise, the vegetable dumplings reached their peak sales on the 18th.

Steamer after steamer, sold out as soon as they came out of the pot.

One morning, all the previous day's supply was sold out.

"What's going on? Has a large merchant caravan come and bought them all?"

Li Shuchen, who had just finished preparing the dough, came from the kitchen to the front of the kitchen, wanting to see what was wrong.

Li Lingxiao was sitting at the table, showing off her vegetable dumplings, while Chen Shitou was wolfing them down next to her.

"Good morning, sister."

"Good morning, Sister Li. The vegetable dumplings at the inn are much more fragrant than my grandma's. I could eat three in one go!"

The two ate at roughly the same pace, each afraid of missing out on a bite if they ate too slowly.

"Eat slowly, I just cooked five big bowls of noodles, there will be more later."

Li Shuchen sat down and pushed the egg drop soup towards them.

"Have some egg drop soup to help you swallow, so you don't choke."

Li Lingxiao obeyed and immediately took a big gulp.

"Sister, you don't know, these past few days while I was taking exams, I kept smelling a faint fragrance of wild vegetables, exactly the same smell as when we used to dig for wild vegetables to fill our stomachs when we were kids. It made my mouth water. After the exams, I heard from others that it was a new dish at your shop, so I hurriedly dragged Brother Chen here."

"Judging from your energetic appearance, I know you've had a good nine days."

"Xiao'er is feeling much better, but she didn't answer the questions very well; there were some things she didn't quite understand."

"You're still so young, there's no rush to understand so many things. Eating and drinking well is the most important thing."

"I'll listen to my older sister."

After Li Lingxiao finished speaking, she continued to focus on cooking, but her speed slowed down considerably.

A scholar dressed as a book asked at the entrance.

"Boss, do you still have any 'Shepherd's Purse Springtime Abundance'?"

"Coming right away"

Li Shuchen went to the kitchen and carried a large basin of noodles to the table in front of the stall at the entrance.

Quickly wrap the dumplings, place the grapes one in each hand on the steamer rack to steam.

Although the candidates were anxious, they didn't rush Li Shuchen. Each candidate arrived and lined up at the back of the queue in an orderly fashion.

Suddenly, an older man staggered up to the vegetable dumpling stall, let out a burp, and pointed at Li Shuchen with glazed eyes.

"Give me two vegetable dumplings, grandpa."

"Get in line! Can't you see we're all in line? And are you blind? Can't you see the owner is still making them, they're not steamed yet? If you want to buy, go to the back of the line."

"Yes, get in line. We've been waiting in line for ages, what right do you have to cut in line?"

"That's right, go stand at the back."

In an instant, all the test takers spoke out in unison against the uncle.

The drunk man startled her so much that her eyes cleared, and she staggered to the back of the line to stand still.

Just like a good baby

After a tense twenty-minute wait, the vegetable dumplings were finally steamed, and everyone took turns buying them.

"Boss, I'd like two 'Shepherd's Purse Springtime Abundance' buns."

"Boss, I'll also have two 'Shepherd's Purse Springtime Abundance' buns."

"Boss, two 'Shepherd's Purse Springtime Bundles', please."

Li Shuchen sold the goods quickly, his movements so fast they were almost invisible as he collected the money.

All that could be heard was the sound of copper coins striking wood.

These test-takers seemed to have been holding back for too long; the moment they received their food, they wolfed it down, their eating manners fierce. The more reserved test-takers, however, ate in small bites, chewing slowly.

"Sister, don't be afraid. They haven't had a hot meal for nine days, and they couldn't help themselves. I'll help."

Li Lingxiao took Li Shuchen's place and handed out the vegetable dumplings one by one.

It's tough being a student. Studying is tough, taking exams is tough, the exam questions are tough, and passing the exams is tough too.

The process was arduous, and no one wants to experience it again.