Chapter 210: The Explosion of Huaxianglou
Luo Tingshan produced evidence of the Liu family reselling spoiled and rotten grain and said, "Find an opportunity to let Madam know."
He wanted to know what Zhu Mingqing would do now?
The news did reach Zhu Mingqing's ears, but now that Prefect Liu was still alive, the Liu family could not take any action.
She could only put things on hold for the time being.
"So, do they look alike?" Zhu Mingqing motioned Fen Tao to come over and see if there was any difference.
She has been doing this since she came back from Feng Yu.
The little world spirit had a good memory, as he wrote down everything he saw that day.
Whenever there is a difference, you can get a prompt reminder.
For three consecutive days, she painted in the room. Although it was a little messy, everything that was needed was there.
Fen Tao looked at the gate on the paper and saw that all the trees on the way to the study were there, and she was surprised.
When she looked at the room where she and her wife were waiting, it was almost exactly the same.
What's worse, even the places where she went to relieve herself were marked.
Fen Tao was shocked: "Madam, have you been to other places?"
Zhu Mingqing said casually, "We've sent people to investigate. Just look at that room. Does it look like it?"
Suddenly, the door was pushed open and Luo Xiao walked in.
He asked curiously, "What does it look like?"
"Nothing." Zhu Mingqing looked at the sky and asked, "Why are you back at this hour?"
Luo Xiao sat down, gulped down a large glass of water, and then fanned himself, saying with a hint of helplessness and boasting, "The Huaxiang Building is too lively, it's almost packed to the brim!"
Zhu Mingqing has not gone out in the past few days and has not paid much attention to the situation in Huaxiang Building. As long as nothing unexpected happens, it will be fine.
However, seeing the almost uncontrollable joy on his face, and the excited look of "Just ask, and I'll tell you," she did ask, "How's the excitement?"
"All twelve courtyards have been booked, and the dates are all assigned to next month." Luo Xiao's eyes sparkled. "I really didn't expect that even though Guancheng has a small population, there are still quite a few wealthy people."
After seeing the opening of Building No. 1, Zhu Mingqing already knew the real situation in Guancheng.
It may seem destructive, but people can save money.
Just don't pay attention to living.
But she was still surprised by Building No. 2.
You should know that each courtyard is not small, and with the unique scenery and entertainment activities, the reservation fee alone is thirty taels.
Not to mention the actual cost of hosting a banquet, including service fees, meal expenses, and inviting some opera troupes from outside, it would cost at least a hundred taels.
"Furthermore, the Chengfeng Tower has also attracted many scholars and poets from Guancheng. I have already arranged tea parties and poetry gatherings. I heard from those guests that the reputation of the Huaxiang Tower has spread to the surrounding cities."
Luo Xiao took an apple and chewed it happily. The crisp chewing sound showed his good mood.
If this trend continues, it will not be far from becoming the number one restaurant in Guancheng.
When I think about how I’ve grown up, this is the first time I’ve been so successful in doing something.
The sense of accomplishment is overwhelming!
Fen Tao looked at the Third Young Master and was very happy for him.
In the beginning, he was left half-dead after his house was ransacked and he bit everyone he saw. Sometimes she was afraid that the Third Young Master would run away without caring about anything and bring trouble to the Madam. Now he can handle things independently and occasionally help the Madam with a little favor.
Her heart felt swollen and her eyes were red.
For the lady and also for the third young master.
After finishing the apple in a few bites, Luo Xiao stood up and said proudly, "The most important thing is..."
He stretched out his voice, drawing the attention of both of them before he spoke, "Tianxiang Tower's customer base has rapidly decreased, more than half. This is information I sent someone to infiltrate the interior to gather."
At first I wanted to copy the food in Building No. 1, but ended up with a weird mixture of both. Not only did they start a price war, they also threatened others not to go there!
This forced them to open a second store.
You will suffer the consequences if you do evil!
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Shopkeeper Xu sat behind the counter, looking at the scattered customers in the lobby, feeling powerless.
Especially when I see that there are a lot of customers coming to the opposite side, while there are almost no customers on my side.
Could it be that the appearance of a Zhou prince has such a huge influence? !
Huaxianglou has someone backing it up, and the other party has a higher official position than Prefect Liu.
When Manager Xu thought about the future situation of Tianxiang Tower, he almost couldn't breathe.
"Second uncle."
Xu Changqin came in from the door and also saw the current situation of Tianxianglou with a gloomy expression.
The two came to the backyard.
"Have you recovered recently?" Shopkeeper Xu still cared about his only descendant, even though he had squandered most of his family fortune.
When Xu Changqin thought of the gambling game, he hated the Luo family so much.
He and his second uncle worked hard for half their lives, but all their money was earned by the other party.
This is really hard to swallow.
"I've already sent someone to contact the chef at Tianxianglou. I think they'll be able to bring back one or two people soon."
Shopkeeper Xu pursed his lips. It was not like he had never done this before when Building No. 1 opened.
I don't have much hope this time.
But unexpectedly, his nephew actually gave him a big surprise.
The next day, Xu Changqin brought the person back.
It's a money scam.
Shopkeeper Xu frowned and asked, "Can you cook?"
Qian Chuanzi hummed, "Of course."
He then performed for Shopkeeper Xu one of the most popular dishes in Tianxianglou today - Lantern Shadow Beef.
This dish is not cheap because of the raw materials.
He doesn't let anyone watch him cook.
But when Shopkeeper Xu saw that he had indeed brought it out from the kitchen, his frown gradually relaxed.
It seems that Huaxianglou has a way of training chefs.
"But, as for your master, you don't care about him anymore?"
As far as he knew, the master and the disciple had a strong bond.
"Well, that's nothing. Can love be eaten? His monthly salary is a full twenty taels of silver, while I can only get two taels of silver." Qian Chuanzi said indignantly, "Since Manager Xu is willing to spend so much money to hire me, I will definitely not let you down."
"Hua Xiang Lou has so many different kinds of food. Even though I only know a few, they're enough for Tian Xiang Lou. And as long as our prices are lower than theirs, why worry about a lack of business?"
Although he despised Qian Chuanzi's betrayal, Manager Xu was moved.
Moreover, he was not afraid that this person would betray him again. After all, he was the only one in Guancheng who dared to take him in.
Thinking of this, Shopkeeper Xu chuckled: "Does the Luo family know you're coming?"
Qian Chuanzi was very honest: "I don't know."
Shopkeeper Xu laughed heartily, "Then the monthly salary we agreed on may have to be reduced to five taels per month." Seeing his expression change slightly, Shopkeeper Xu explained, "As long as you can hold on for this month, Tianxianglou's business will pick up, and your monthly salary will naturally increase to ten taels."
Qian Chuanzi was angry: "You don't keep your word, I quit!" Then he turned around and was about to leave.
Shopkeeper Xu wasn't afraid at all: "Why don't you take a look at who's outside now?!"
Qian Chuanzi was stunned, his face changed drastically as he thought of something. Not long after he went out, he came back with a look of disappointment on his face.
"I promise!"
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