This is the best outcome now, he said, turning and waving to the other side.
Immediately, someone drove over, and a group of people busied themselves, quickly moving the fruit to another car.
Then he arranged for someone to deliver the fruit to the warehouse. Now was not the time to sell this batch of fruit; it would be almost the Mid-Autumn Festival, and he could sell it for a good price then. He did this every year.
Mr. Shi, "How about I take you guys out for hot pot? What do you think?"
Lu Zhixia said, "Then it's settled, we'll treat them. I invited them before."
Mr. Shi waved his hand, "You don't need to treat us. We've been talking for so long. I'm from here, so I should do my best to be a good host."
Lu Zhixia looked at Brother Biao, wondering if this was in accordance with the rules of the underworld. Seeing him nod slightly, she then turned to Mr. Shi and said...
"Okay then. We'll treat you next time."
Mr. Shi said warmly and familiarly, "That's right. I'll take you to eat at a private hot pot restaurant. Their lamb isn't sourced from elsewhere; it's freshly slaughtered."
Brother Biao, "I'll tell you, we can all eat meat."
Mr. Shi put his arm around his shoulder and said, “I can tell you’re a gangster too. Let’s not be so reserved. Eat whatever you want. I’ll make sure you have enough today.”
Brother Biao nodded with a smile. He could tell that this person was no ordinary person and was definitely not just a fruit wholesaler.
He might be involved in organized crime; getting to know someone like that is more beneficial than harmful.
They had to hail three taxis at the intersection before they were full.
Lu Zhixia thought the private restaurant should be nearby, but after driving for more than half an hour, they still hadn't arrived, and the place was getting more and more remote.
If Brother Biao hadn't been with her, she definitely wouldn't have let the car continue.
Finally, after crossing an intersection, they arrived at their destination. It turned out to be a private restaurant, a rather large farmhouse courtyard. As soon as they reached the entrance, the door was opened.
Then the cars drove in one after another, and they got out of the cars.
Mr. Shi said to the drivers, "You don't need to go back to pick up passengers. I'll treat you to a bowl of noodles with extra meat!"
"Thank you, Mr. Shi!" The driver readily opened the car door and got out.
Seeing this, the other two drivers had no choice but to get out of their cars.
They've only ever brought guests here; they've never eaten here themselves.
Mr. Shi led the way inside, where the large living room contained only four tables.
Lu Zhixia thought they were going to eat in the main hall, but they continued walking in, and the proprietress led them to a large private room.
It's about 40 square meters, and I feel like it could easily accommodate 10 more people, mainly because the table is big enough.
They could sit separately, which made them feel less reserved.
The proprietress warmly asked Mr. Shi, "What would you like to eat today?"
Mr. Shi, “Bring us the biggest hot pot in your restaurant, and make sure the ingredients are the freshest. Also, bring us some fruit, soft drinks, and beer.”
The proprietress understood immediately; the area could be open to the public today.
"Then I'll see what to do and prepare accordingly."
Mr. Shi nodded.
The proprietress turned and left, gathering all the waiters in the shop. If they could serve this table well today, the shop's revenue would be guaranteed.
Mr. Shi said, "This private restaurant has been open for several years. I occasionally bring my friends here to eat, and the food is very good."
Lu Zhixia said, "I think the decor here is nice."
Mr. Shi lit a cigarette, took a deep drag, and said, "Indeed, there aren't many people who don't like the decor here."
Brother Biao, "I wonder what kind of business Mr. Shi mainly runs?"
Mr. Shi said, "I'm the kind of person who will make money whenever I can, mainly because I have connections. I can find someone to help me with anything."
Brother Biao: "If that's what the boss says, then I'll definitely do business with you in the future."
Mr. Shi smiled and blew a smoke ring. He never expected that an accidental conversation would lead to such a good rapport with these people.
Soon the waiter brought over the pot, a huge double-compartment hot pot.
Half of the broth was numbingly spicy, with two pounds of red chili peppers and several large chunks of hot pot base.
The clear broth hot pot is made with bone broth, and when you scoop it out with a spoon, you can see pieces of free-range chicken inside, which looks very fresh.
Then the fruit and drinks were served one after another. The proprietress warmly told them, "If you need anything else, just let us know. We can accommodate you."
Mr. Shi, "See if you have any good red wine in your cabinet, and get me a bottle."
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