See? That's how smug Sha Zhu is.
That's not all; there's a grand finale dish to finish. What is it? Of course, it's the Tan family cuisine, a family heirloom passed down through Sha Zhu's family.
Their Tan family cuisine emphasizes the use of rich broth and slow cooking to prepare seafood delicacies such as shark fin and bird's nest. It was a Qing Dynasty official cuisine, but it was a dish that ordinary people couldn't afford.
At this time of year, they're still serving shark fin soup, so Sha Zhu really went all out today, serving a whole table of "shark fin soup in a clay pot"!
Do you remember when Fatty told Xu Damao about Sha Zhu asking him to buy raw materials?
The oxtail and shark fin were obtained for him by the fat man.
When the shark fin was served, the fat man, without hesitation, first tasted the soup with a spoon and commented, "This shark fin is made entirely by soaking it in warm water until it's fully rehydrated, without using caustic soda to speed things up. Then it's cooked in broth, so there's not a trace of fishy smell, and the fin meat is tender and flavorful. Not bad at all. This shark fin needs to be simmered over a fire for several hours. I suggest everyone try the soup first; that's the essence of the whole pot."
Ms. Xiao Dang, the manager of their restaurant "Shu Xiang Yuan," was also at this table.
She felt proud to receive two "not bad" comments from the fat man and quickly told everyone, "Let's all listen to Uncle Fatty and drink the soup."
The main table was bustling with toasts and lively conversation, and the other two tables were equally lively.
At the third table, Liu Guangtian, Liu Guangfu, Yan Jiefang, and Yan Jiekuang all sat together.
As Liu Guangtian snatched the shark fin, he said to the others with great indignation, "What do you think we brothers lack?"
Yan Jiekuang was stunned. He didn't care about that; getting the shark fin was the priority! He'd never eaten this before.
Yan Jiefang, however, was full of clever ideas. He understood Liu Guangtian's implication and asked him, "What do you mean?"
Liu Guangtian gestured towards the table next to him with his lip: "I accept that I can't get to the main table, since they're all big business owners. But why can't I even get to the second table? Look, those two tables are drinking Moutai, and what are we drinking? Erguotou!"
It would have been better if he hadn't brought it up, because once he did, Yan Jiefang got really angry: "Yeah, they only contributed a little money, right? We brothers were the ones who smoothed things over with all the connections, we did all the hard work and suffering, and in the end we didn't get a single penny of commission!"
Liu Guangfu was also indignant: "That's right! I asked my dad to arrange a position for me, so I could make a good impression when I go out and talk to people. And guess what he said?"
Yan Jiefang asked him, "What are you saying?"
"He told me to go play! My brother and I have helped the family earn so much money. We've worked hard, even if we haven't done anything particularly meritorious. And all we got in return was: 'Go play!'"
The more they talked, the angrier they became, which stirred up the emotions of everyone at the same table.
Anyway, everyone has long disliked Liu Haizhong and Yan Bugui.
They just made a few dirty bucks by pulling strings and doing trade, right? Look how smug they are!
Especially Yan Bugui, a petty person who has gained power, was already annoying enough, but now he has become even more despicable.
He wanted to get involved in every little thing in the yard, but he didn't dare to bother with Fatty's family, since he only knew how to cause them trouble!
These people have been cursing him countless times behind his back, calling him an old geezer...
The brothers complained a lot at the banquet, and after it ended, they still weren't satisfied, so they went to a teahouse outside.
Holding his teacup, Liu Guangtian grew increasingly angry: "Don't you guys feel aggrieved? Look at the kind of life we're living!"
Yan Jiefang and Liu Guangfu looked at the tall, crumbly food laid out in front of them...
Yes, both families have made a fortune. Outsiders call them Manager Liu and Manager Yan.
Only they themselves know the true feelings behind it.
How much is a manager worth? He can't even pull out a single ten-yuan note from his pocket. Take drinking tea right now, for example. He only dares to order the cheapest large bowl of tea. He doesn't dare to order other things like peanuts, melon seeds, oranges, or candied melons.
Who wants a manager like that? Let anyone take the job!
While drinking tea, Liu Guangfu suddenly said to them, "Bang Geng came to see me a couple of days ago."
The other three people collectively complained, "Why are you even paying attention to him?"
"Exactly, aren't you ashamed?!"
"That's like a leech; be careful, or you won't be able to peel it off once it's on!"
Liu Guangfu said calmly, "If it were just him, I definitely wouldn't even bother with him."
Now the other three understood: "You mean?"
"The Smiling Tiger came with him."
A smiling tiger? Liu Guangtian and Yan Jiefang exchanged a glance. Back then, they had all followed the "Red Star Five Tigers," so even now, they always felt that they were a generation younger than the fat man.
There was nothing they could do; back then, Fatty was the leader of the Five Tigers, and they all called him "Master Fatty."
According to seniority, Liu Guangtian and the others should all call the fat man "Grandpa".
This is so frustrating...
In 1977, the Five Tigers of Red Star finally fell apart, with some dying, some being arrested, and some escaping.
But those guys went in too!
When they reappear, hey, their era is over.
Where can I go to seek justice?
Of the Five Tigers, Yang Weimin is still imprisoned; Benlei Tiger married Fatty's second sister; Qinlong Tiger became a cripple and married a blind girl.
Only the smiling tiger remains missing...
Unexpectedly, after so many years, he suddenly reappeared.
Liu Guangfu briefly recounted the events of that day to everyone: "It turns out that the game consoles weren't actually Smiling Tiger's business; they belonged to his boss. You all probably know who his boss is."
"Who is it?" Now Liu Guangtian and the others were even more curious.
Liu Guangfu made a startling remark: "Director Li!"
Director Li, isn't that their boss?
During those years, Liu Guangtian even became a factory leader and joined the neighborhood committee. His younger brother, Liu Guangfu, was no less prominent, but unfortunately, all of that was later cut...
The scenes featuring the brothers Yan Jiefang and Yan Jiekuang were also cut.
Anyway, it's true that this happened.
If Xu Damao was Li Huaide's loyal subordinate, then the other four were practically Li Huaide's devoted fans.
At that time, I completely idolized Li Huaide!
Upon hearing that not only Smiling Tiger had returned, but also Li Huaide, Liu Guangtian and the others perked up.
He kept pressing Liu Guangfu for specific details about that meeting.
Liu Guangfu drank two bowls of tea before asking, "Do you know what Director Li's next plan is?"
"What plan?"
"He wants to open up sales channels throughout Southeast Asia, exporting our good products from China to Southeast Asia, and then bringing back good products from Southeast Asia. What's that called? Import and export trade! Just like that, the money he makes is enormous!"
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