Chapter 228 Great Fame
Sheng An's culinary skills are widely recognized, and there are rumors that her cooking can cure diseases. Ding Tianci, who suffered from severe malnutrition, was cured by her.
Some ladies who regularly buy Shengyuan glutinous rice wine believe the rumors wholeheartedly and spend no less than three hundred taels of silver on glutinous rice wine every year.
After all, after drinking Shengyuan's glutinous rice wine, their fear of cold and irregular menstruation were cured without medicine, which is the best proof.
Every year, Sheng'an makes a fortune selling glutinous rice wine, with profits beyond what others can imagine.
The guests who come to Shengyuan Restaurant all have some minor health problems, such as migraines, joint pain, and insomnia. After each meal, these discomforts are relieved.
Some customers who ate there every few days had their minor ailments that had bothered them for years completely cured in less than six months.
With so many readily available examples, Sheng An's culinary skills have been praised to the skies.
Many people believe that she was instructed by a legendary master chef, which is why she possesses culinary skills that make even master chefs envious, despite not having formal training.
Master Jiang had also heard this rumor, but he didn't take it to heart.
Later, Sheng An would occasionally cook delicious food for Madam Jiang, and Madam Jiang's mental state gradually improved. Master Jiang saw this and had no choice but to believe it.
Master Jiang was sincerely grateful to Sheng An.
Madam Jiang prefers quiet, so Sheng An specially arranged a secluded room for her so that she wouldn't be disturbed by other unfamiliar guests.
With Master Jiang and the others keeping her company, Madam Jiang wouldn't be bored.
Once all the guests had arrived, Sheng An couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief and rushed to the main kitchen to see how the banquet preparations were going.
Bao Lan, Bao Xiang, and Bao Yun's culinary skills are not as good as Bao Xiu's, but they are better than most chefs in other restaurants. Working with Bao Xiu, they can easily prepare a banquet for twenty tables.
Sheng An looked around and found no problems, then said to the four children, "You've worked hard today. Take a good rest for the next two days."
Baoxiu wiped the fine sweat from her forehead, and a big smile appeared on her still slightly chubby face: "Master, it's only twenty tables, it's not hard work."
Bao Lan and the other two chimed in.
The number of guests at Shengshi Restaurant far exceeded the number of guests who came to offer their congratulations today. They were busy from morning till night, but still got up on time the next day. After finishing this busy period, they were able to rest for two days, so they were not really tired.
Seeing the four employees' positive work attitude, the boss, Sheng An, was moved and generously waved his hand, saying, "At the end of the month, I will give each of you a bonus of five taels of silver!"
The four treasures were overjoyed, their eyes practically popping out of their sockets: "Thank you, Master!"
Being able to learn cooking skills from their master and work under their master's guidance is the greatest luck they have ever had in their lives!
The few people who came to help in the kitchen looked envious. Sheng An did not ignore their hard work and promised to give them a bonus of two taels of silver at the end of the month.
This made the atmosphere in the kitchen even more lively, filled with a cheerful spirit.
The entire Sheng Garden was bustling today, with Grandpa Sheng and Grandma Sheng busy entertaining guests of the same age.
The two elders' attire, demeanor, and behavior were vastly different from when they first arrived in the city, and they were no different from the other guests present.
A wealthy elderly woman, adorned in gold and silver, held Grandma Sheng's hand, her words revealing deep envy:
"Old sister is so lucky to have found a husband like Xu Jieyuan for her granddaughter. This is something that others can't get even if they pray to gods and Buddhas every day."
Grandma Sheng was secretly pleased, but she was very modest: "It's because the two children are destined to be husband and wife, and the matchmaker in heaven tied the knot."
The old lady felt a pang of sadness: Why didn't the God of Love tie such a knot for her granddaughter?
Grandpa Sheng was also complimented by others, but fortunately the old man kept a steady mindset and did not think that he was superior to others or put on airs of an old master in front of the guests.
Xu Cuilian saw this and whispered to Butcher Zhang, "Uncle Sheng and Aunt Sheng are both good people and won't hold Jin Nian back."
Butcher Zhang nodded: "Jin Nian has good taste. When he was looking for his nephew's wife, he must have considered the character of the two elders."
As the saying goes, "When buying pigs, look at the pen." If the older generation has good character, their descendants are often just as good.
Xu Cuilian remarked, "Uncle Sheng and Aunt Sheng haven't aged at all in the past two years; they're even more energetic than before."
Butcher Zhang wholeheartedly agreed and knew the reason why:
"Having a successful granddaughter and grandson-in-law, and a livelihood to support oneself, means that even if one falls ill and becomes unable to move, there will be no shortage of caregivers. With such a comfortable life, one's spirits and energy will naturally be high."
Xu Cuilian felt envious, but she said it aloud: "There are really not many granddaughters in the world as capable and filial as An'an. Uncle Sheng and Aunt Sheng are really lucky in the future."
Having endured hardship for decades, they are now enjoying a good life in their old age – isn't that a blessing in disguise?
Butcher Zhang comforted him, saying, "Our children are just as good as you. After we divide the family property after the New Year, we can enjoy a comfortable life together."
Xu Cuilian rolled her eyes at him: "We're much younger than Uncle Sheng and Aunt Sheng, and they're still running their shops and making money. We can't just give up now."
Butcher Zhang: "..."
Didn't you say before that you could enjoy a peaceful life after the family split up? Why are you changing your story now?
When the time came for the banquet to begin, the guests took their seats.
One delicious dish after another was served, filling the entire front yard with enticing aromas. The guests were all eager to dig in and began to toast each other.
No one complained that these delicacies weren't cooked by Sheng An himself.
What a joke! Her husband is a top scholar in the imperial examinations. How dare she ask his wife to cook for her?
The atmosphere at the banquet was very lively. After the guests had eaten and drunk their fill, they did not linger at Shengyuan Garden. After saying goodbye to the host, they left in twos and threes.
As the Zhang family left, Sheng An handed a large food box to Zhang Dai Kui: "Zhao Di couldn't come to the banquet in person, so this was prepared just for her."
Zhang Daikui was deeply moved that his cousin-in-law had prepared this especially for his wife, even though he was so busy today. He said, "Sister-in-law, thank you on behalf of Zhaodi."
After seeing off the last guest, Sheng An finally relaxed and slumped into a chair, motionless.
I'm so tired!
Xu Jinnian walked behind Sheng An and skillfully massaged her shoulders and neck, saying, "Thank you for your hard work, An An."
Sheng An hummed comfortably, opened her eyes and glanced at him: "You've worked hard too."
Xu Jinnian didn't feel tired at all, but went along with her words and said, "Let's go upstairs and rest early tonight."
Sheng An, however, misunderstood. She sat up straight and looked at him as if he were a pervert: "Can't you just shut up for a bit?"
Xu Jinnian was stunned for a moment, then realized what he meant and said helplessly, "You've got the wrong idea."
Sheng An didn't believe it at all.
Whether the man was too idle or had been provoked by something, he tormented her every night after returning from Nanjing.
The reason she's so exhausted today is partly because she didn't get enough rest last night.
Sheng An touched both sides of his waist and suspected that he had severe kidney deficiency.
No, she must restrain herself. Tonight, she must cover her eyes and absolutely not be seduced by beauty!
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