Jiang Tian smiled and asked the man who had asked the question, "Sir, I'd like to ask if you have received any education?"
The man wore glasses and had a scholarly air about him; he was clearly educated.
"Don't provoke me with such questions. I'm just stating my thoughts. In these chaotic times, aren't you afraid that female employees will be threatened and their husbands will come knocking on your door later?"
The man clearly knew what Jiang Tian was about to say, and spoke with a cold face.
Jiang Tian smiled slightly: "Why react so strongly? I was just asking if you had received an education, and you're already attacking me? That only reveals your cowardice."
“Sir, I’m busy with business today and don’t have time to talk to you much, but I can tell you one thing: as long as I dare to hire them, I’m prepared to accept all the consequences. Opening this restaurant is already a breakthrough, so what else am I afraid of? Don’t transfer your fear to others. I don’t have that much courage, but I’m not that little either.”
"I have interviews and guests to attend to, so I'll have to talk to you now. I hope you'll think carefully about what I'm saying. Although there's a saying that women are inherently weak, those who have received a proper education know very well that women can be very strong and resilient."
After speaking, Jiang Tian smiled and nodded to the man, then turned and led the reporter into the restaurant.
Her words weren't particularly harsh, but the man blushed deeply, looking as if he were utterly ashamed.
Everyone else was watching the show.
Even if they have thoughts in their minds, they won't say them out loud.
Jiang Tian is clearly not someone to be trifled with; who would dare to trip her up?
Even if we take a step back and say that she still has Xiao Chenglin behind her.
After all the ceremonies were over, Xiao Chenglin was led to a private room.
"You're a distinguished guest today, and you've been making me look good, so I have to cook something delicious for you myself."
Jiang Tian smiled and said to Xiao Chenglin.
Xiao Chenglin didn't speak. He himself couldn't explain their current relationship. He should be "extremely grateful" that she was willing to cook for him.
However, to his surprise, Jiang Tian made a famous dish this time – chopped chili fish head.
It was Xiao Chenglin's favorite dish when he was a child.
When Xiao Chenglin's gaze swept over the red of the chopped chili peppers, the white of the fish head, and the emerald green of the scallions, his expression was indescribably complicated.
"You even know I don't eat cilantro?"
After a moment of silence, he asked.
Logically speaking, this dish should include both cilantro and chopped green onions.
Xiao Chenglin has never liked cilantro since he was a child. He would vomit whenever he ate cilantro. Some family members were harsh on him, while others were willing to spoil him. At least they would not make him suffer in terms of food, clothing, shelter, and transportation.
Therefore, he likes fish head with chopped chili peppers, but there is not a single bit of cilantro in the fish head.
Jiang Tian even knew about this little habit.
"Can't you think before you speak? I've been your wife for so long, taking care of your family's every need. Do you think I don't know what you like to eat? I didn't wake up in a day. During the years I waited, I was hoping you would come back and we could be a harmonious couple, so naturally I had to rush to please you. I know all the dishes you like to eat, and I can cook them, but—"
"But what?" Xiao Chenglin asked unconsciously.
"Do I need to spell it out? Of course it's because you don't like me at all. You've already publicly announced your other fiancée, so why should I humiliate myself? Besides, since coming to this city, I've read a lot of books and learned a lot of lessons. If you want to beg for someone's love, you're just offering yourself up to be humiliated. I've been humiliated for many years already. You can't be that pathetic."
Jiang Tian pushed the plate towards him: "Eat up. I know you don't like spending all your time socializing, so I specially prepared a private room for you. This room is just for you, so you can eat however you like. No one will disturb your lunch. I also need to go to other tables to offer toasts."
Xiao Chenglin was silent for a moment, then asked her, "Is this the only dish you're making for me?"
Jiang Tian looked surprised: "Isn't one dish enough? I put a lot of effort into this dish. I'll make this one for you, and the rest of the dishes will be made by others. Remember, I'm the boss, not your cook."
Xiao Chenglin remained silent, watching her leave.
After the sliding door to the private room was closed, he was left alone in the room.
He suddenly had a feeling he couldn't quite describe.
Looking at the mouthwatering food in front of him, Xiao Chenglin slowly picked up his chopsticks.
He hadn't eaten this dish in a long time, and he hadn't thought of having someone else make it for him before, nor was he good at revealing his preferences to others.
In reality, Xiao Chenglin was a very taciturn person.
He doesn't like to share his thoughts with others.
A rich aroma lingered around his nose, and Xiao Chenglin picked up a piece of fish and put it in his mouth.
Jiang Tian's culinary skills are indeed as amazing as she herself said.
This dish reminded Xiao Chenglin of the taste of his hometown.
The fish is tender and melts in your mouth. The tangy and spicy flavor of the chopped chili peppers and the rich flavor of the fish head create an indescribably authentic taste.
Xiao Chenglin ate the whole dish, one bite after another.
He mixed all the noodles that Jiang Tian had left there into the bowl.
He ate this meal with exceptional simplicity and satisfaction.
Jiang Tian was outside entertaining guests.
Most of the guests were women. The older women's intentions were simple: they would definitely take care of Jiang Tian's business. They couldn't do anything else, but they could at least help each other out.
Jiang Tian got along very well with this group of people, and everyone laughed continuously.
The opening ceremony went very smoothly, and Jiang Tian made the headlines again on the second day after the opening.
Her business is finally on track.
With her business established, Jiang Tian devoted more of her time to her work.
In fact, her marriage with Xiao Chenglin had long been a marriage in name only.
The current state of affairs between the two of them is actually good for both of them.
Unfortunately, just because two people think it's good doesn't mean others will be satisfied.
When Jiang Tian received the call from her hometown, she didn't react.
Xiao's mother was very unhappy: "Eldest daughter, are you even listening to what I'm saying?"
“I’m listening to what you’re trying to say, Mother-in-law. Haven’t you already read the newspaper? I’m currently running a restaurant and don’t have time to talk to you much. The business over there is waiting for me.”
"Don't mention your business. When your affair got back home, we were so embarrassed. What respectable wife goes out and does business? Xiao Chenglin has no sense of propriety, and neither do you. I don't know who corrupted whom."
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