After seeing Feng Mo off, Li Xi also came to Spicy Hot Pot.
Ling'er was carefully preparing Meng Zhelan's new medicinal soup base in the back kitchen.
With a smile, she said to Li Xi, "Xiao Xi, come and try the soup base. I'm a little worried that the medicinal flavor is too strong and the guests might not like it." As she spoke, she handed Li Xi a bowl of steaming soup.
Medicinal cuisine, also known as food therapy or dietary supplement, is a cooking method that combines medicine and food.
It combines certain medicinal ingredients with everyday foods to achieve the purpose of conditioning the body and preventing and treating diseases.
This medicinal dish is made by simmering medicinal herbs and pork bones together. The rich aroma of the bones masks the bitterness of the herbs, resulting in a flavorful dish.
Li Xi picked up a slice of beef, dipped it in the copper pot a dozen times, and then dipped it in chili sauce. When she swallowed the beef whole, her mouth was filled with a fragrant aroma. Li Xi exclaimed with satisfaction, "Delicious and rich!"
Hearing Li Xi's praise, Ling'er finally felt relieved. "That's wonderful. We'll have Young Master Shen take charge of promoting it to the customers later." She had heard Li Xi use these words before, and gradually she got used to them and could use them fluently.
Just then, Shen Xu also came to the kitchen looking for Li Xi. "Brother Li, there's a very strange customer in the shop. He keeps asking the waiter if you've arrived yet."
Li Xi wiped her mouth, feeling quite pleased with herself after a hearty meal. "Oh? You're looking for me? I'll go take a look. Brother Chen, this new product is counting on you today."
Shen Xu reassured him, confidently declaring, "It's a piece of cake. I may not be good at other things, but I'm great at talking. Leave it to me."
High-spirited, he chatted with Ling'er about the details.
Li Xi walked towards the spot where Xiao Er pointed; the person's back looked somewhat familiar. Upon closer inspection, she realized she really did know him. "What brings you here?"
Situ Feng turned around, opened his folding fan and fanned himself a few times, then said with a smile, "Of course I came to have hot pot with you."
She rolled her eyes inwardly, speechless, but still maintained a friendly expression, saying, "I wonder what kind of soup base you prefer, Young Master Situ?"
All who come to our door are guests, and those who bring money are gods of wealth; we must greet them with a smile—this is the hospitality principle of Spicy Hot Pot. As the initiator, you must set an example.
Situ Feng failed to grasp the hidden meaning in Li Xi's words, assuming he was attracted by Li Xi's handsome appearance, and said smugly, "I wonder what introduction Mr. Li has for me? I am not very familiar with the capital, so I would be grateful if you could introduce me."
Li Xi ordered the restaurant's most popular hot pot with two broths for him. After everything was served, she demonstrated how to cook the food. "Young Master Situ, come on, give it a try."
Situ Feng was also very interested in new things, and he started to cook them like Li Xi.
Li Xi observed that although he moved extremely fast, he did not appear to be wolfing down his food in a disheveled manner.
To be honest, Situ Feng was incredibly handsome, with a sculpted face and distinct features, making him exceptionally beautiful.
He may appear carefree and unrestrained, but the sharp glint in his eyes makes him a force to be reckoned with.
She had thick, jet-black hair, and beneath her arched eyebrows were a pair of long, narrow, captivating eyes that could easily draw you in. Her high, straight nose and full, red lips were now adorned with a dazzling smile.
In later generations, he would definitely be a top-tier male celebrity. Unfortunately, Li Xi doesn't like this type of guy.
Seeing that Li Xi was staring intently at him, Situ Feng assumed that she was deeply attracted by his charm.
A sense of pride welled up inside him, and his behavior became even more affected.
However, Li Xi remained unresponsive, her eyes showing no emotion.
It turns out that she was lost in memories of her past life, watching men who flirted with men.
People in ancient times dressed very appropriately; even street thugs wore long robes and trousers. Therefore, even if she saw handsome men here, she wouldn't have any particular interest.
She doesn't have X-ray vision, so she can't see if they have abs or V-lines, and she hasn't touched them to know if their pectoral muscles are well-developed.
Seeing that Li Xi seemed lost in thought, Situ Feng sat down next to her. He gently patted her shoulder, interrupting her reverie.
“Hey, Li Xi,” he teased, “I know I’m undeniably handsome, but you don’t have to keep staring at me like that. People will think you’re in love with me. I don’t have any homosexual tendencies.”
Li Xi frowned and avoided his hand on her shoulder. "What are you talking about? I don't have that kind of fetish. I was just thinking about something."
Situ Feng, however, had no intention of letting him off the hook. He leaned closer to Li Xi and chuckled softly, "Thinking about something? Then tell me, what are you thinking about? Could it be that you're feeling romantic feelings?"
Li Xi looked at him with disdain, "Is your mind filled with nothing but love and romance? As an adult, instead of thinking about how to improve your abilities and earn more money, you spend all day thinking about how to manipulate others. How boring."
Situ Feng wasn't angry. He still smiled and said, "It's different. What's the fun in life if there's no love? As for improving your skills and earning more money, that's also to give yourself and your loved ones a better life. Besides, if you don't manipulate others, they might manipulate you."
Li Xi was speechless for a moment, unsure how to answer. She couldn't very well say that she had never thought about romance and only wanted to become a rich woman, could she?
It's rather ridiculous for two single people to be talking about love. "So, you're already married? Or are you someone who's been through countless relationships without ever getting attached?" Li Xi asked curiously.
Situ Feng said arrogantly, "Many women have succumbed to my charm, but I have always adhered to the bottom line of propriety, righteousness, integrity and shame."
She didn't believe him; he looked like a playboy. He told her he was single? Men's words are deceiving.
As we all know, a man's upper body and lower body are two separate entities, and they are not processed by the same system.
However, this was a guest, so she couldn't just retort with every word. "Young Master Situ is truly elegant and admirable. Look, the dishes on this table are almost finished. Would you like some more?" Li Xi noticed that the plates on the table were empty.
Situ Feng stood up gracefully, gently unfolded his folding fan, and fanned himself a few times.
He smiled and said, "No need, I'm quite full. Let's settle the bill. Actually, I came to see you today about something else. Would it be convenient for you, Mr. Li, to come out with me?"
Li Xi didn't know what this person's purpose was, but it seemed that he had appeared in front of her several times already. Whether it was a coincidence or not, she had to be wary.
"Oh? Could it be that Young Master Situ wants to do business with me? That would be great. Why don't we go upstairs and talk?" Li Xi deliberately used a worldly tone to test him.
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