Chapter 72 Osmanthus Fermented Rice Balls and Milk Green Tea
Ren Jie turned off the camera and leaned back on the sofa in deep thought. Looking at the old photos on the wall, he suddenly understood what true business competition was—not about whose decoration was more fashionable or whose prices were lower, but about who could truly respect customers and do every detail with care.
"Why are the crab dishes at two KTVs on the same street so different, both costing only 99 yuan?" Ren Jie muttered to himself, the title already forming in his mind. "Because one only cares about the surface, while the other cares about the experience of every customer."
He opened his phone and began editing the script for the video he was about to release. Outside the window, the neon sign "Golden Glory" shimmered in the night, as if telling an old story about perseverance and sincerity.
The video posted by Ren Jie caused a huge uproar online, with numerous questions raised in the comments section, and many people speculating whether he had received money from Golden Brilliance.
"Is it really that delicious?" Netizens were buzzing with discussion. People in Fuzhou have always loved eating crabs and are even more eager to join in the fun. This video was like a pebble thrown into a lake, creating ripples all around.
"Just admit you took the money."
What's so special about a long-established KTV?
"These two KTVs are really good at marketing, aren't they? They're even million-follower KTV bloggers!"
"Spicy crab isn't good; steaming is the way to go. Adding a little Shaoxing wine makes it absolutely delicious."
"No, no, no. Have you ever eaten raw marinated food? You're talking nonsense. Raw marinated food is absolutely amazing."
"Am I the only one who cares about how that lemonade was made? It looks delicious!"
"I still think that the videos posted by bloggers are all scripted!"
Many people left comments below. The video went viral, quickly climbing into the top three of the trending topics. Ren Jie landed several more advertising deals based on this video.
As time went on, the debate over restaurant reviews intensified, with numerous food bloggers comparing Trendy KTV and Golden Brilliant. However, without exception, the established KTV, Golden Brilliant, emerged victorious, winning over customers with its superior service and food.
Surprisingly, this old-fashioned KTV has started to revive. At first, it only showed slight improvement, but now, business is booming like it was in its heyday, with all the private rooms booked before eight o'clock.
Chen Ru sat in her office, watching the numbers on the financial statements climb steadily, her face beaming with an irrepressible smile that stretched almost to her ears.
Ye Feifei's anxiety finally subsided. With a determined effort, she secured sponsorship from Ye Bingbin and Leng Yu, and with the money, she decided to make partial upgrades to the Golden Glory environment.
The store's environment has noticeably improved. A dedicated photo-taking area has been added, and with the accompanying music, many people feel like they've stepped back into a Republic-era dance hall! It was ultimately praised by netizens as having the "most old-money style decor." Coupled with Teresa Teng's songs and wallpapers with a retro Republic-era feel, it has indeed attracted many pretty young women to take photos.
Furthermore, the menu has also undergone a major upgrade. In addition to traditional fried chicken, pasta, duck neck, and spicy crab, they also plan to develop new drinks.
In late September, the air was filled with the fragrance of osmanthus blossoms. The streets and courtyards of Fucheng were ablaze with their golden petals. Su Yingxue strolled downstairs from her dormitory, picking up a fallen osmanthus flower. Its rich aroma wafted towards her. Suddenly, a traditional delicacy came to mind—osmanthus-flavored rice wine, a must-drink every autumn.
Fermented glutinous rice, a traditional Chinese beverage, has a long history. Seeing the ground covered with osmanthus blossoms, Su Yingxue couldn't help but ponder how to cleverly combine the two. Inspired by the recently popular milk tea brands, she had a flash of inspiration and decided to try launching "Osmanthus Fermented Glutinous Rice Balls Milk Green Tea," intending to create a new food trend.
Su Yingxue stood in front of the kitchen counter, gently pinching a small glutinous rice ball in her hand. It was round and plump, with a slightly off-white sheen. She lowered her head and sniffed it; the sweet fragrance of osmanthus mixed with the rich aroma of glutinous rice slowly spread in the air.
"Give it a try," she muttered to herself, and then began to mix it.
She first brewed the base of oolong tea milk green tea with hot water to the perfect concentration, filtered out the tea leaves, leaving only the bright green tea soup, then added an appropriate amount of fresh milk, and gently stirred to allow the aroma of tea and milk to blend perfectly.
Next, she scooped in a few spoonfuls of freshly cooked sweet fermented rice balls—small glutinous rice balls made from glutinous rice flour, cooked until soft, chewy, and with a subtle aroma of fermented rice. Finally, she sprinkled on a small handful of fresh osmanthus flowers and drizzled a little honey to add a touch of sweetness.
She carefully picked up the glass and took a small sip.
"Mmm..." The tea is fragrant and elegant, the milk is rich and mellow, the glutinous rice balls are soft and chewy, and the slightly intoxicating aroma of fermented rice wine and the sweet fragrance of osmanthus intertwine, creating a rich and lingering aftertaste.
Her eyes lit up – this is the taste!
The next day, Su Yingxue recommended the new product to Ye Feifei, the store manager.
"Osmanthus-flavored fermented rice balls with milk green tea?" Ye Feifei took the tasting cup, sniffed it gently, and the fragrance of osmanthus immediately filled her nostrils. She took a sip, and her eyes lit up instantly.
"This taste...it's amazing!" She couldn't help but take another sip. "The glutinous rice balls are soft and chewy, the fermented rice is sweet, the tea base is refreshing, and there's even the aroma of osmanthus. It's like drinking autumn into my stomach!"
Chen Ru happened to be passing by and took a sip. She then smiled and nodded, "This is the perfect season to launch it. There are osmanthus flowers everywhere in Fucheng now. Customers can smell the fragrance of osmanthus as soon as they enter the store. Paired with this drink, it will definitely be a hit."
Sure enough, the new product immediately sparked heated discussions on social media upon its release.
Food blogger @FuchengFoodieTeam posted a video: "Who knows! This shop's Osmanthus Rice Wine with Rice Balls in Milk Green Tea is absolutely amazing! One sip and it's like falling into the fragrance of osmanthus!" In the video, the rice balls sway gently in the cup, and osmanthus petals float on the milky tea soup, making it look incredibly appetizing.
The comment section exploded instantly:
"This is so beautiful! I have to go check it out!"
"Fermented rice wine, osmanthus flowers, and milk tea? What an amazing combination!"
"Please give me the address! I'm going tomorrow!"
Within just one week, this drink became a golden "autumn limited edition bestseller," with many customers even coming specifically for it.
Ye Feifei smiled with satisfaction as she looked at the long queue in the shop. She turned to Su Yingxue and said, "I didn't expect that your casual attempt would result in such a popular drink."
Su Yingxue smiled slightly: "Actually, the inspiration came from the taste of autumn. Osmanthus flowers are in bloom, it's time to drink rice wine, and with the soft and glutinous rice balls, it's a natural combination."
Chen Ru added from the side: "Moreover, this is not just a drink, but a memory of the season. Customers are not only drinking the taste, but also the atmosphere of autumn."
As night fell, the golden neon lights illuminated the night, and the fragrance of osmanthus blossoms still lingered in the air. Guests raised their glasses to savor osmanthus-flavored rice wine with glutinous rice balls and milk tea, chatting and laughing.
This autumn has become even sweeter because of a cup of tea.
Meanwhile, Jin Xuan was facing numerous troubles.
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