Originally thought to be a trip of two, they unexpectedly ended up traveling with five people, including a child. Since the group was all women, including four beautiful young ladies, Liu Yanran decided to book six berths. This way, once the door was closed, they felt like they were in a private, private room, both safe and comfortable.
On the train, lunch boxes were provided, and no tickets were required. With her financial resources now secure and confident, Cao Cuilan waved her hand without hesitation and ordered a lunch box for everyone.
Liu Jingfan, Cao Yang, and Cao Yue's lunch boxes consisted of braised pork with shredded potatoes and a fried egg. You know, the food on trains back then was incredibly delicious, nothing like the expensive and tasteless food of today.
Liu Yanran, Liu Pianran, and Cao Cuilan had potato chicken nuggets, with refreshing and delicious small greens and a golden fried egg as side dishes. The taste was really irresistible.
It was Cao Yang and Cao Yue's first time away from home, and they were both excited and nervous. Their aunt, aware of this, prepared a plethora of delicious treats for the children. She skillfully crafted delicious winter melon and rice candies, their sweetness brimming with her deepest wishes for the children.
She also prepared some nutritious eggs, hoping to help them maintain their energy during the journey, and fried peanuts, which were fragrant and mouth-watering.
When they finally arrived at the border, Cao Yang and Cao Yue couldn't wait to take out their aunt's gifts and share them with Brother Liu and Brother Liu II.
Everyone savored the delicious winter melon candy, rice candy, and peanuts, feeling the loving care of their aunt. The sweet flavor spread throughout their mouths, filling everyone with a sense of bliss. These foods were more than just a culinary delight; they served as an emotional connection to their homeland.
They allow the children to feel the warmth of family affection when they are away from home, and also allow Brother Liu Da and Brother Liu Er to feel the care and support from afar.
Arriving at the family compound, my eldest and second sisters-in-law had already prepared a sumptuous lunch. The table was laden with a variety of delicious dishes, including braised spare ribs, steamed fish, sweet and sour pork tenderloin, pickled cabbage, and spicy and sour shredded potatoes. Every dish was mouth-watering, both in appearance and aroma. There was also a large pot of steaming chicken soup, its aroma filling the air.
A sumptuous lunch was ready, and the eldest and second sisters-in-law invited the family to enjoy it. Everyone gathered around the table, savoring the delicious food and sharing interesting stories from the train journey, laughter and joy filling the room. In this moment, the warmth of home and the deep affection of family brought immense happiness.
After lunch, Liu Yanran took Cao Yang, Cao Yue, and Liu Pianran to the hot pot restaurant in the county town. Along the way, everyone laughed and talked, full of anticipation.
Arriving at the hot pot restaurant, they were captivated by the sight. The interior was exquisitely decorated, with artistic paintings hanging on the walls and soft, warm lighting. Brand-new tableware was neatly laid out, awaiting customers. Cao Yang was the first to lose his composure: "Sister Yanran, you opened this big restaurant!"
Liu Yanran watched all this with satisfaction, feeling a sense of accomplishment. "Yes, I rented the house. I was delayed by something before. You'll be working here from now on. The salary is 30 yuan a month, and you'll eat at the store. I'll take you to the dormitories later. They're nearby." Even though they were family, Liu Yanran didn't explain everything.
Then, she realized that she was still missing the most important link - there were only three employees in the store. She decided to recruit the right people as soon as possible to ensure that the hot pot restaurant could open smoothly as soon as possible.
Cao Yang and Cao Yue looked around excitedly, imagining the bustling scene here in the future. Liu Pianran carefully examined every detail and made some suggestions for improvement.
Before leaving the hot pot restaurant, Liu Yanran looked around again, her heart filled with longing for the future. She believed that with everyone's hard work and enthusiasm, this hot pot restaurant would surely become a popular destination in the county.
Liu Yanran looked at the shops nearby. They were all open for business, bustling with people, and looked like they were doing good business. She had previously bought up the entire street, then selected three connected shops for her business, renting out the others. Well, she had already started living the life of a landlady collecting rent.
They didn't have many houses for accommodation back then. Currently, the four people at Piaoxiang Pavilion live in one house, and the eight people at Zhenpinzhai live in two houses. For the hot pot restaurant's accommodation, they bought two large courtyards: one for the boys and one for the girls. Liu Yanran now takes them to the girls' dormitory. She considers herself a good boss who considers her employees very well.
Liu Yanran led them to the girls' dormitory, about two blocks away from the hot pot restaurant, a ten-minute walk. The dormitory was a separate, two-story courtyard with six rooms of varying sizes. While the rooms weren't large, they were fully equipped, each with a bed, wardrobe, and desk. "You can stay here, each with a room. It's not bad, right?" Liu Yanran asked with a smile.
Cao Yang and Cao Yue nodded excitedly, "Thank you, Sister Yanran, we like it very much!" Although their family conditions are good, they do not have a separate room at home. The two sisters live in one room. Here they can each have a room, which makes them really happy. Liu Pianran also showed a satisfied smile.
After settling in, Liu Yanran reminded them, "Remember to come to work on time tomorrow. I will teach you some of the procedures and precautions in a hot pot restaurant."
The next day, the hot pot restaurant started its trial operation. Liu Yanran made a simple division of labor. She was responsible for purchasing ingredients and frying the hot pot base, Cao Yang and Cao Yue were responsible for taking orders and serving the dishes, and Liu Pianran was responsible for collecting money. She could also help serve the dishes when she was not busy.
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