You Said You Didn't Want to Acknowledge Me, So Why Are You Crying Now That I've Truly Cut Ties?

Yun Zhiyi always thought she was the fake young mistress who had taken another's place. After the real one returned, she held back in every way.

Only after being thrown into the mass grav...

Chapter 181 Opening a Restaurant in the Capital

In September, the building was still full of life.

However, the plants inside have been replaced with new ones as the seasons change.

The kumquat tree in the center is covered with small, pale white flowers with yellow centers, which spread out like a soft cloud covering the entire hall.

The floral fragrance is not overpowering, but the flavor is just right.

It's currently the kumquat blooming season, and they will start bearing fruit in two months.

When January begins, the trees will be laden with kumquats again.

A circle of chrysanthemum pots was placed around the trees.

Yes, the new flower for autumn is the chrysanthemum.

Not only around the kumquat tree, but also in the pots next to the booths, are chrysanthemums.

The only difference is that the chrysanthemums placed next to each booth are different.

What they all have in common is that every pot of chrysanthemums, and every variety of them, is exceptionally beautiful.

Many guests even fought tooth and nail to get a spot just to admire the chrysanthemums.

Even each pot of chrysanthemums has its own fans, often talked about by guests, and sometimes even debated at the dinner table.

Nobody knows where Yun Dong's family got so many varieties of chrysanthemums.

Most of these varieties were ones they had never seen before.

Because of its high aesthetic appeal, the combination of so many colors in one space does not only avoid looking cluttered, but also catches the eye.

No matter what kind of flower you look at, you'll be captivated by its beauty.

Light, strong, vibrant, elegant.

Even Lu Jingyi, who was devoted to orchids, was tempted when he saw this batch of chrysanthemums and almost betrayed his cause.

Chrysanthemums are considered one of the Four Gentlemen of Flowers, and they possess a unique charm.

It is no less beautiful than any other flower.

Princess Fu'an was a fan of plum blossoms, but that didn't stop her from appreciating their beauty.

Especially from her discerning eye for appreciating flowers, every chrysanthemum here is a masterpiece.

Even for those varieties that have never been seen before, no one can describe them as ordinary.

Graceful, dignified, elegant, ethereal, graceful, and serene—each type of chrysanthemum displays a unique temperament, dazzling the eye.

Even setting aside the food, just admiring the flowers is worth a fortune.

She couldn't help but turn to look at Yun Zhiyi.

My anticipation for the garden she's about to build has only grown stronger.

This time, the expectation is not for business.

Fu Wenyu was simply overwhelmed by 'beauty'.

She didn't like any particular flower, but everyone has a love for beauty, and she couldn't help but admire it repeatedly.

Yun Zhiyi led them upstairs.

This time, she used her private room again.

Unlike other flower pavilions, the private room does not display only specific types of flowers.

The types of flowers in this private room will change along with those downstairs.

There are two pots of chrysanthemums placed inside.

However, they are all the same variety, the black chrysanthemum that is not available downstairs.

The black chrysanthemum has its own reason to be proud; when it is with other flowers, it easily outshines them, so it is chosen to be displayed separately.

The black chrysanthemum is not a pure black chrysanthemum.

If I had to describe it in one sentence, it would probably be: a black with a kaleidoscope of colors.

As soon as Princess Fu'an entered, she was captivated and couldn't help but walk quickly forward and stand by the table to admire it carefully.

"I thought I had already seen all the beauty in the world, but who knew that such a stunning beauty was hidden here."

"There are black chrysanthemums! Although they are black, they are so beautiful, like shimmering silk brocade, and they even seem to have a hint of purple. Wait, no, the color seems to be different from every angle. It looks reddish from this angle, and it even seems to have a silver sheen. Are these really real chrysanthemums, or are they made of silk?"

“Where in the world can such exquisite silk be made into this flower?” Princess Fu’an shook her head.

Yun Zhiyi chuckled, "If A-Yun likes them, I'll give you two pots to take with you."

Princess Fu'an genuinely liked it, and although she was a little embarrassed, she did not refuse.

"They will be the treasures that adorn the magnificent building."

She could already imagine how many people would be captivated by it.

“I want one too, Sister Yun~” Fu Wenyu said immediately, looking at her with her cat-like eyes, as if to say that she shouldn’t show favoritism.

Yun Zhiyi chuckled.

These chrysanthemums were all grown from seeds by her, and they could be produced in just a few breaths. She could produce as many as she wanted.

"Can."

Fu Wenyu immediately beamed, "Thank you, Sister Yun!"

The four sat down, and soon the dishes were served one after another.

The culinary skills of the chefs at Wei Man Zhai are far superior to those of anyone randomly found in the village.

If we say that all the food we ate in the village was delicious.

Then it is absolutely delicious in Wei Man Zhai.

No matter how good the ingredients are, you still need someone who can bring them to their fullest potential.

Thanks to these top-quality ingredients, Li Kui, who originally thought his cooking skills had reached their limit and could not improve any further, has made rapid progress in his cooking skills recently.

He not only cooks during the day, but also thinks about cooking whenever he has free time.

The taste of Wei Man Zhai's dishes has improved by more than one level compared to before.

Even without these ingredients, Li Kui's culinary skills are now so good that even the imperial chefs in the palace might be able to surpass him.

The only drawback is that the range of dishes they are good at is still limited.

So he still only takes charge of his own few signature dishes.

The remaining dishes were prepared by other chefs.

However, they are no longer as rigid as before, and will take the initiative to guide other chefs.

Therefore, the overall culinary skills in the kitchen have improved by several levels.

The table was full of dishes, and even Princess Fu'an couldn't help but feel a little stuffed.

Only when they couldn't eat anymore did they realize what was happening and awkwardly put down their chopsticks.

She had also heard from the messenger that Yun Zhiyi's restaurant was doing very well and was very lively.

But at that time, she only felt that Yun Zhiyi was too good at business.

Having tasted these dishes now, I understand why the restaurant was able to be revived and thrive under her management.

Such exquisite taste would be irresistible, even in the capital, let alone a remote small town, attracting the attention of royalty and nobility.

A thought struck her, and she couldn't help but make a suggestion.

"Has Zhiyi ever thought about opening a Weimanzhai restaurant in the capital?"

She also had some selfish motives in asking this question.

Although she was not a person who cared much about food.

But if we can't enjoy such delicious food often in the future, it would be a great loss in life.

Fu Wenyu immediately looked up, nodding vigorously like a chick pecking at rice, her mouth stuffed full.

It's like saying, 'We must go, we must open it in Beijing.'

After eating these dishes, she seemed to believe what Yun Zhiyi had said before: that her grandfather stayed here for the sake of the food.

Who could resist such delicious food?

I can't eat it once I leave, and just thinking about it makes me sad.

Yun Zhiyi chuckled, "Currently, the supply of ingredients is limited, and the problem of long-distance transportation cannot be solved. Perhaps once this problem is resolved, we will consider opening branch buildings in other places."

Upon hearing this, Fu Wenyu's face immediately showed disappointment.

Princess Fu'an asked, "What if we go through post stations?"

Traveling through post stations meant traveling day and night without rest. At each post station, a new group of people would be brought in to continue carrying the vegetables.

Furthermore, the fruits and vegetables can be kept fresh and cared for in a timely manner at the rest stop.

Fu Yuanbo sent the fruits and vegetables back to the capital via the post station.

All urgent dispatches, 800 li each.

All of it was done manually.

Countless messengers carried baskets on their backs, filled with a suitable amount of fruits and vegetables, and rode at breakneck speed.

Otherwise, how could so many fruits and vegetables have been delivered to the palace in just a few days?