Chapter 80 Big Plate Chicken
Uncle Yu rushed over, still wearing his security guard uniform, muttering, "It's just a plate of chicken, you can't finish it all by yourself!"
When Tang Yiyi brought over the large plate of chicken, Uncle Yu was dumbfounded when he saw the size of the plate.
This quantity would be considered impressive even in the North.
The chicken pieces glistened with tempting oil, and were accompanied by potato and onion chunks, making for a rich variety of ingredients. Underneath was a dark brown broth, which looked incredibly appetizing.
Uncle Yu couldn't help but swallow and picked up his chopsticks.
"Old Yu, eat quickly," Old Wang said, and then picked up his chopsticks.
The chicken is firm, tender, and chewy. It's very flavorful when soaked in the broth, and it's absolutely delicious with rice.
Old Wang ate his rice heartily, his face beaming with smiles.
He caught a glimpse of Uncle Yu sitting opposite him, enjoying his meal immensely, and squinted his eyes in contentment.
Old Wang then switched to a spoon, scooped up some soup, poured it over the rice, stirred it a few times, and then put it in his mouth along with the rice.
A plate of braised chicken made Uncle Yu fall in love with the sticky texture of the chicken.
I don't know how the chicken was processed, but it still retained a tender and juicy texture under the soft and sticky potatoes. Any more and it would be too tough and old, any less and it would lack chewiness.
Uncle Yu didn't have time to talk to Old Wang; his mouth just wouldn't stop.
After the two finished a plate of big plate chicken, Old Wang patted his round belly and said, "It wasn't just the two of them who ate this much!"
In the past, the two of them wouldn't feel full unless they ordered two or three dishes. Today, after finishing all the ingredients, there wasn't a single grain of rice left, and Old Wang let out a satisfied burp.
At noon, during the peak dining hours, Tang Yiyi was overwhelmed with work. She worked efficiently, and when she was too busy, she would cook the dishes and deliver them to the front of the table, then notify the guests to come and pick them up.
At 2 PM, Tang Yiyi lay on the table and dozed off for a while.
Even if she doesn't feel tired, she'll be busy at night.
Before she knew it, it was the school anniversary. Tang Yiyi got up early, got ready, ate breakfast, and sent Xiaoyu to school.
The restaurant is closed for the day; a notice of closure was posted yesterday.
Tang Yiyi rushed to Huaiyin University by taxi, as Huaiyin University was quite far from her primary school.
The entrance to Huaiyin University was specially decorated, and two young ladies at the entrance stood there.
Before the school anniversary celebration started, Tang Yiyi wanted to take a stroll around the school. She felt that the school was full of youthful energy, and that being young was wonderful.
After wandering around for a while, she prepared to go to the teaching building.
Suddenly, a tall, slender figure appeared in front of them. He wore a white shirt and black pants, had an upright posture, and his handsome features were unbelievable. Wasn't it Ji Ze, the senior of the original owner?
He was undoubtedly the pride of heaven in everyone's eyes, and he walked with a confident and spirited air.
Perhaps she stared at him for too long, because Ji Ze frowned, looked over, and then walked over.
"Tang Yiyi, I know you."
His voice was deep and pleasant to hear.
Tang Yiyi blinked frantically; only when she was this close did she realize how handsome a man could be.
With striking, well-defined features, sharp eyebrows, bright eyes, and a high, straight nose...
After a few seconds, Tang Yiyi said, "Hello, senior."
The original owner and this senior met in a club. They both loved photography and had a lot in common.
I later learned that Ji Ze was a very famous senior.
The atmosphere shifted subtly, even though there were more than just the two of them there.
But Tang Yiyi was inexplicably a little nervous.
Suddenly, Ji Ze approached and lowered his head, saying, "You haven't changed at all, just like before."
Tang Yiyi: "..."
Fortunately, a few familiar faces arrived at that moment. "Tang Yiyi, so you're here! Your teacher is looking for you. Come with me quickly."
Tang Yiyi was very grateful to them for preventing the awkward situation from continuing.
Until Wang Xue, who was at the very front, exclaimed, "Tang Yiyi, we all thought you would end up with Senior Ji Ze."
Tang Yiyi pointed to herself, "Are you talking about me?"
Some fleeting images flashed through my mind. The original owner's interactions with this senior were as calm as still water. How could they have such thoughts?
"Tang Yiyi, do you remember that time you didn't bring your camera, and Senior Ji Ze lent you his? And I heard it was a camera that Senior Ji Ze treasured. If that's not enough, then there's more..."
The more Tang Yiyi listened, the more embarrassed she became. She wanted to rush forward and cover Wang Xue's mouth, saying, "Stop talking, it's so embarrassing!"
The school anniversary celebration was a grand affair, with many people dressed in suits and ties, and the ladies wearing exquisite gowns.
Wearing a hoodie, Tang Yiyi stood out from the crowd.
Fortunately, no one paid attention to her; everyone's eyes were on the man on the podium.
Even Tang Yiyi took a few more glances at him. The original owner's senior not only had an outstanding temperament and appearance, but also excellent eloquence.
When it was Tang Yiyi's turn to go on stage, she was a little nervous.
Wang Xue seemed to have sensed something and whispered a few comforting words in her ear.
Tang Yiyi looked at the faces below the stage, some familiar and some unfamiliar, and decided to treat them as her customers.
Gradually, she began to speak fluently, her voice pleasant to the ear.
"Now I run a small restaurant. Although I'm tired every day, I feel fulfilled. I hope that all my juniors can also find something they love and keep working hard!"
As Tang Yiyi stepped off the stage, she suddenly noticed Ji Ze looking over, his eyes sparkling with a captivating light.
I thought I could leave after attending the school anniversary celebration, but unexpectedly, some classmates suggested going to a dinner party and then having a karaoke party.
Tang Yiyi didn't want to go, but Wang Xue and the others were too enthusiastic.
Upon arriving at the restaurant entrance, everyone found seats and sat down, and the waiter brought the menus.
Everyone handed the menus to Tang Yiyi first, saying, "Boss, let's order."
Tang Yiyi waved her hand, "You guys order first, I'll take a look later."
After ordering, everyone chattered away, reminiscing about embarrassing moments from their student days.
Inevitably, the school's most prominent figures at the time will be discussed.
"Back then, our counselor said there was an incredibly handsome senior in our junior year. I didn't believe it and thought he was lying, until I saw Senior Ji Ze and realized that he was just as good-looking as a male celebrity..." Wang Xue got more and more excited as she spoke.
Tang Yiyi's consciousness was somewhat hazy when she caught a glimpse of a familiar figure entering through the door.
He nudged Wang Xue with his elbow, "Stop talking, the main character is here!"
One of the men who was with Jize said, "Can we share a table? There are no seats left in the restaurant."
The restaurant is a popular spot, and it's usually crowded even on weekdays, so it's normal to not have a table.
Wang Xue immediately replied, "Of course!"
Tang Yiyi and the others: "..."
After Ji Ze sat down, he rolled up one of his delicate sleeves, revealing his wrist with bulging veins.
His refined and gentle appearance is quite a contrast.
Tang Yiyi lowered her eyes and thought to herself.
"Yiyi, how's your restaurant business?" Wang Xue asked.
"Well enough."
After he finished speaking, the atmosphere fell silent.
At this moment, Ji Ze slowly spoke up, "Huayao Company is currently planning a restaurant management game. I wonder if we could get some inspiration from your restaurant?"
Huayao Company is a game company that Ji Ze and a few friends founded before he graduated. It is now very popular in China and is loved by young people.
Tang Yiyi had witnessed the power of self-media before, and the cooperation between the two parties would definitely be a win-win situation.
"Senior, let me think about it some more."
Upon hearing this, the men who had come with Ji Ze exchanged meaningful glances.
Ji Ze rarely focuses his attention on irrelevant people or things, but today he came to this table as if possessed, which means he has someone he cares about.
She didn't agree immediately, and Ji Ze's expression remained unchanged, his demeanor indifferent.
The dishes were served quickly, and everything looked like a gourmet meal.
Tang Yiyi remained quiet and didn't speak, acting as a silent and indifferent bystander.
I got up early to prepare, and although I ate a lot for breakfast, I'm hungry now.
Tang Yiyi frowned as she ate the steak.
Someone once said that Tang Yiyi was a skilled cook and had a discerning palate, easily spotting any imperfections in the ingredients.
This steak is too tough and chewy, the meat isn't tender, and there's more...
While eating, she didn't forget Xiaoyu at school and sent him a message.
"Has Xiaoyu had lunch yet?"
Xiaoyu quickly replied, "I ate it, but the food at school isn't as good as what my sister makes."
Tang Yiyi laughed at this.
"How can you play on your phone while eating?" Wang Xue continued, "Tang Yiyi, do you have a boyfriend yet?"
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone present looked over.
Tang Yiyi, who wasn't socially anxious to begin with, shook her head. "No."
Wang Xue winked at her, and she frowned, not understanding what Wang Xue meant.
Then Wang Xue said, "I heard that Senior Ji is also single."
To everyone's surprise, Ji Ze stopped and calmly hummed in agreement.
Moreover, the look in her eyes was something Tang Yiyi couldn't describe in words.
"Eat your food, Wang Xue," she said, somewhat annoyed.
After the meal, no matter what her classmates said, Tang Yiyi said goodbye and left.
"Something urgent has come up at home." This was the first time Tang Yiyi had ever lied.
At this moment, Ji Ze stood up, tall and handsome, and said, "I'm going back to the company anyway, so let's go together."
Tang Yiyi: "..."
"No need, senior, I'll just take a taxi."
As a result, the person stood still in front of her.
"Yiyi, let Senior Ji give you a ride home on his way," Wang Xue advised, just as she was about to stammer out her words.
Ji Ze walked past Tang Yiyi and continued forward.
Even from close range, Tang Yiyi could smell a pleasant scent emanating from him, a crisp, refreshing fragrance like snowflakes, with the texture of cool wood.
Looking at the figure ahead, Tang Yiyi gritted her teeth and followed.
The two of them barely spoke the rest of the way.
Before getting off the bus, Ji Ze said, "Let's exchange contact information."
"About managing mini-games," he added.
Tang Yiyi couldn't refuse, so she took out her phone and asked him to add her as a friend.
His WeChat profile picture was a photo of a puppy, which looked familiar to her.
Then he remembered that this was not a stray dog that the original owner had fed, and that Senior Ji Ze had been standing nearby at the time.
It's probably a coincidence that senior student Ji Ze chose this photo as his profile picture.
Tang Yiyi waved goodbye, "Goodbye, senior."
Ji Ze smiled and waved, and the car window slowly closed, making him impossible to see clearly.
Back home, Tang Yiyi clicked on Ji Ze's profile picture, stared at it blankly for a while, and then clicked "accept".
At 2:30 pm, Tang Yiyi went to the market to buy some meat and vegetables before picking up Xiaoyu.
As soon as the bell rang, she spotted Xiaoyu. "Over here, Xiaoyu."
"Sister!" Xiaoyu ran over and pounced on her.
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