Seeing this, what could Tao Hongying and Zhao Yuru possibly say?
Last night, they definitely drank too much.
Soon after breakfast, Zhao Yuru and Tao Hongying rushed to the canteen.
Wenjuan brought Xiaoyue, Granny He, and Shuiling with her. They wanted to prepare more things and deliver them to the canteen before the academy let out for the day.
Then we can see the students' reactions and find out if the new product suits their tastes!
As the saying goes, "The master leads you through the door, but the practice is up to you." After Jiayin slept with the milk tea for one night, her novelty wore off, so she simply became a hands-off manager.
This small business was also handed over to my sister-in-law Wenjuan, so let her do whatever she wants with it.
Just as Jiayin was about to take her grandmother for a stroll in the street, Mr. Wen and Li Lao Er unexpectedly arrived.
Grandma Li was also startled, fearing that something might have happened at home.
As a result, Li Lao Er said, "There's nothing wrong at home. It's just that Ren and Li Ge'er are taking the imperial examination for the title of Tong Sheng tomorrow. Mr. Wen and I came to check on them and will go back to the city with them tomorrow."
"So soon? Isn't the exam still a few days away?" Old Mrs. Li couldn't believe it, and sighed after doing some quick calculations.
These past few days, the whole family has been running around trying to get the cafeteria food ready, and we've really neglected the two kids.
The exam day is indeed tomorrow.
Jiaren is a sensible child; he didn't say a word on his own initiative. He sees that the family is busy and doesn't want them to bother with him.
But doesn't this child realize that nothing at home could be more important than their exams?!
Jiayin was also concerned, so she quickly ran to instruct Xiaoyue and Granny He to deliver the milk tea to the academy in the afternoon, and to make sure to say a few more words, "This is a new drink, so please be careful when tasting it and don't overdo it."
Especially for students who have exams tomorrow, it's best not to drink it for safety's sake. If you feel unwell and it interferes with your exams, that would be a serious matter.
Mr. Wen and Mr. Li were quite curious when they heard this, so they also tried the milk tea and fruit drinks.
Neither of them had eaten breakfast, but the hot milk tea made their stomachs feel much better, so they praised the milk tea repeatedly.
Similarly, when the students were a little hungry after school in the afternoon, they sat in the small garden of the cafeteria, chatting and laughing while waiting for their meal. Suddenly, they were given a pot of milk tea, and everyone was immediately captivated by this delicious and refreshing drink that relieved their hunger.
To Li Laosan and the others' surprise, milk tea became more popular than iced fruit drinks.
But don't worry, as the weather gets hotter, frozen fruit drinks might just make a comeback and sell like hotcakes!
Wenjuan was restless all afternoon, afraid of ruining the business and wasting her sister-in-law's good intentions.
Finally, at dusk, Xiaoyue came running back from the cafeteria, panting, and excitedly shouted, "Miss, Miss, all the milk tea is gone! It's even more popular than the fruit drinks!"
Wenjuan immediately beamed with joy, picked up Jiayin, and spun her around happily.
Inside the room, Jiaren and Lige were talking with Mr. Wen. Mr. Wen gave them some instructions on the exam details and reassured them.
"This exam tests your basic knowledge. As long as you study hard for three years, you will definitely pass. Your foundation is very good, so don't be nervous. You will definitely do well."
Jiaren and Lige both stood up to bow and express their gratitude. Hearing that Mr. Wen would be accompanying them to the exam tomorrow, they felt even more at ease.
Jia Huan, Jia An, and Mao Ge'er, who don't have to take exams, enjoyed the fruit drinks they had earlier and are now thinking about trying milk tea.
Unfortunately, the family was worried that if they drank too much and stayed up late, Jiaren and Lige'er wouldn't be able to sleep well either. So, Old Lady Li kept a close watch on the three of them, glaring at them and giving them warnings from time to time.
The three boys shrank back, looking dejected, and quickly ran back to the academy after finishing their meal.
At the academy, you can play football with your friends. Staying at home with your grandma is just too scary.
So, as the saying goes, distance makes things better, and proximity makes things worse. The grandmother they missed so much before, now that she's been living with them for less than half a month, isn't as dear to them anymore...
The next morning, the academy sent two teachers with more than twenty students who were going to take the imperial examinations into the city.
The academy had already submitted the students' academic records, identity documents, and household registration information in advance; today was just an exam.
The Li family, young and old, were preoccupied with this all day, and couldn't concentrate on anything they did.
Grandma Li even took her granddaughter to the town entrance several times, stretching her neck out of her lap.
As dusk fell, the academy's carriage finally returned.
The teachers and students all had smiles on their faces, clearly indicating that they had done very well on the exam.
Jiaren and Lige jumped out of the car ahead of time and accompanied their grandmother and sister home.
When Grandma Li heard that both of her grandsons were admitted on the spot, and that her eldest grandson's left-handed handwriting had even been praised by the examiners, she was so happy that she wanted to thank the heavens.
That evening, after Li Laosan, Zhao Yuru, and Tao Hongying returned from the canteen, a banquet was held in the courtyard.
The family of seven or eight sat around a table, celebrating in a small way.
Jiaren and Lige'er also took leave and can stay at home tonight, so they are here as well.
Old Mrs. Li was half-drunk, and she secretly wiped away her tears while holding their hands.
"I can finally face your grandfather! When the eldest son passed the imperial examination, the family was overjoyed, but he... I cried for more than ten years! Now that the family is doing well and you have all made something of yourself, I would be content even if I died right now."
Everyone understood the old woman's feelings, but they didn't dare to offer any more advice, for fear of making her cry even harder.
So they quickly changed the subject and started talking about their small business selling milk tea.
Wenjuan usually takes care of the house, so she definitely can't go to the cafeteria to sell milk tea.
Fortunately, the red bean paste needs to be cooked at home, the ice cubes need to be prepared at home, and the brown sugar and tea need to be brewed at home as well.
Xiaoyue then helps with the transportation back and forth; the academy only needs people to temporarily mix, heat, and sell the products.
For now, Zhao Yuru and others will lend a hand and try selling the goods around dinner time. If business is good, they will gradually look for suitable replacements.
That's settled. As for the canteen, we'll build a small thatched shed in a corner of the garden tomorrow, decorate it with lots of flowers and plants, and that'll be enough to make a small sales point.
Wenjuan was excited and happy to hear this; she finally had a job to do!
But when it came to the money she earned, she insisted on giving most of it to her sister-in-law, or even just taking a wage.
But Jiayin, this little money-grubber, has already carved out too many avenues for wealth in recent years, so she really doesn't need this little bit more.
Besides, she originally just wanted to add some color to the cafeteria and help her sister-in-law start a small business; she never intended to get involved herself.
So she firmly refused, saying, "I don't want it. Second sister-in-law, earn money to buy delicious food, fatten me up, and give me a little nephew to play with!"
Wenjuan and Jiahuan both blushed deeply, but everyone else laughed.
In the end, it was Grandma Li who made the decision, "Let's listen to Fu Niu'er. If Wenjuan is grateful, she can sew some dresses for your sister when she earns money in the future."
Wenjuan couldn't postpone it any longer. She was determined to work hard and repay her family for their care and love...
The next day, Old Lady Li got up and started making preparations to return to Suijintan.
Not only had she been away for a while, but she was also eager to share the good news with everyone, since both of her grandsons had become successful.
Jiayin also missed home, so Grandma Li called Tao Hongying, packed their luggage, and together with Granny He and Shuiling, they set off.
There were two light rains before, so the fields were not short of water and the crops were growing like crazy.
In just a few days, the fields have turned from a light green to a vibrant green, as if the spring breeze is blowing in, full of vitality.
The Li family's carriage had just stopped at the gate of their courtyard when the gate of the Cui family's courtyard next door opened.
Madam Cui actually came out from inside. Whether she hadn't slept well or was ill, she looked somewhat haggard...
Here comes the fourth update! Sorry it's a little late today! I've been adding chapters for three days now, so please encourage me! A five-star review, a like, or even more votes would be greatly appreciated! Mwah!
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