Chapter 135 The Calm Before the Storm
Xu Yao stared at Boss Li's receding back. His sinister eyes were like a poisoned knife, cutting a hole in her heart.
She knew that this was just the calm before the storm and the real battle had just begun.
This is no joke, this is the ultimate PK concerning the survival of her snack stand!
After returning to Xue Han's residence, Xu Yao sat down on a chair and fell into deep thought.
The room was quiet, with only the ticking sound of the old-fashioned wall clock, as if urging her to come up with a solution quickly.
She rubbed her temples and felt her mind was a mess.
The little tricks used before to deal with Boss Li were at best scratching the surface and only addressed the symptoms but not the root cause.
This old guy is insidious and cunning, he must be planning some bad tricks.
No, we have to think of a permanent solution to completely put an end to his thoughts!
"What are you thinking about? Why are you so sad?" Xue Han's low voice sounded in her ears, with a hint of imperceptible tenderness.
Xu Yao raised her head and saw Xue Han standing in front of her with a cup of steaming tea in his hand.
The aroma of tea lingered in the air, as if it could soothe the anxiety in her heart.
She took the teacup and took a sip. A warm current flowed down her throat into her stomach, dispelling the coldness in her body.
"I was thinking about Boss Li. I feel like he won't let this go."
Xue Han sat down beside her and wrapped his big, broad hands around her small hands. A sense of strength came from his palms, making her feel extremely at ease.
"Don't worry, we will deal with it together. No matter what tricks he plays, we will face them together." He looked at Xu Yao with deep eyes, his tone firm and unquestionable.
Xue Han's words were like a reassurance, which gradually calmed Xu Yao's originally panicked heart.
Yes, she is not fighting alone, she also has Xue Han, and good neighbors like Aunt Wang and Aunt Zhang.
Thinking of this, her originally furrowed brows relaxed. She was going to take the initiative and completely defeat Boss Li so that he would never dare to take over her snack stand again!
"I figured it out!" Xu Yao slammed the table and said excitedly, "Doesn't Boss Li make a profit from his snack bar? Then we can start with his business and make him lose everything!"
Xue Han looked at her high spirits, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, his eyes full of doting.
"Tell me what you think."
"Let's hold a food competition!" Xu Yao couldn't wait to reveal her plan. "Invite the residents of the town to be judges and let them judge the pros and cons of our two snack bars. By then, it will be clear who will win and who will lose!"
"That's a good idea!" Xue Han nodded in appreciation, "However, we must be fully prepared to ensure that nothing goes wrong."
Xu Yao also understood that this match was of vital importance and could not afford any mistakes.
She has to use her best skills to win the competition.
Thus, a carefully planned food competition kicked off.
Xu Yao discussed the details of the competition with Xue Han, Aunt Wang, and Aunt Zhang, and they divided the work and cooperated with each other. Everyone was full of enthusiasm.
Aunt Wang and Aunt Zhang are the "know-it-alls" at the market, well-informed and with extensive connections.
They took the initiative to take on the task of publicity, shouting everywhere in the market, spreading the news of the food competition throughout the streets and alleys.
For a moment, the whole town was in an uproar, and people were talking about the upcoming food showdown.
Xu Yao and Xue Han went straight into the kitchen and began to carefully prepare snacks for the competition.
Relying on the food knowledge from her previous life, Xu Yao improved several special snacks, striving to make them colorful, fragrant and delicious so that people can't stop eating them once they start.
She believes that as long as the taste is good enough, it will conquer the taste buds of all the judges.
In the kitchen, pots and pans were playing like a symphony, and the air was filled with fragrance and the smell of home.
Xu Yao was busy shuttling back and forth in front of the stove, while Xue Han was silently helping her on the side. The two of them worked in perfect harmony, like an old married couple who had been together for many years.
"What do you think of these snacks?" Xu Yao handed the freshly made snacks to Xue Han and asked with anticipation.
Xue Han took a bite, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, and he gave a thumbs up and praised: "Delicious! Even better than before!"
When Xu Yao heard his praise, she felt very happy and a bright smile appeared on her face.
She knew that she would definitely win this game!
The night before the competition, Xu Yao lay in bed, tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep.
She was both excited and nervous, and her heart was beating like a little rabbit.
Tomorrow is the day of the decisive battle. Can she defeat Boss Li and protect her snack stand?
"Can't sleep?" Xue Han's low voice sounded in her ears.
Xu Yao turned around and saw Xue Han looking at her tenderly in the moonlight.
"Yeah, a little nervous."
Xue Han gently held her in his arms and whispered in her ear: "Don't be afraid, I'm here."
His embrace was warm and strong, like a safe harbor, making Xu Yao feel extremely at ease.
She closed her eyes and gradually fell asleep.
The next morning, the market was crowded and bustling.
The venue for the food competition has been set up, with colorful flags flying, the sound of people bustling, and the air filled with the aroma of various delicacies.
Xu Yao and Xue Han arrived at the competition venue early and began the final preparations.
They placed the prepared snacks on the table, the aroma was so fragrant that it attracted the attention of many passers-by.
"Yaoyao, are you ready?" Aunt Wang came over and asked with concern.
Xu Yao took a deep breath and nodded firmly, "Ready!"
Just then, Boss Li also arrived with his snacks, a confident smile on his face.
He walked up to Xu Yao and said provocatively: "Xu Yao, it's still uncertain who will win today!"
Xu Yao met his gaze without fear, "Then let's wait and see!"
The market was filled with loud drums and gongs, blasting firecrackers, and huge crowds of people. It was even more lively than the Chinese New Year!
This is not just an ordinary market day, but a moment to witness a miracle - the ultimate food PK between Xu Yao and Boss Li!
This competition not only concerns the fate of the two snack stalls, but also a battle of dignity, face, and foodies!
There was a huge crowd of people in front of Xu Yao's snack stall, which could only be described as "shoulder to shoulder" and "packed to the point of being impossible to get through".
The fragrance can be smelled from ten meters away, making people's stomachs growl.
Look, Aunt Wang and Aunt Zhang are very busy, like two hardworking little bees, greeting guests warmly, with smiles on their faces brighter than the sun.
"Come, come, try the spicy crispy pork made by Yaoyao. It's crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, spicy and delicious. I guarantee you'll want to eat more!" Aunt Wang shouted at the top of her voice. The sound was comparable to the loudspeaker in square dancing, resounding throughout the market.
"We also have Yaoyao's secret spicy and sour rice noodles. They are sour and appetizing, and I guarantee that they will make you enjoy the spiciness and make you feel refreshed!" Aunt Zhang was not to be outdone and sold them vigorously.
Looking at Boss Li's side, the scene was much quieter.
His face was ashen, like an eggplant hit by frost, and wilted.
Although the snacks he brought looked exquisite, their fragrance was obviously not as strong as those from Xu Yao's house, so their appeal was naturally greatly reduced.
The judges, several respected elders in the town, tasted the food carefully in front of the two stalls and gave serious scores.
Sometimes they frowned, sometimes smiled, and sometimes whispered to each other, like a group of professional food critics.
An old man with gray hair tasted the spicy crispy pork made by Xu Yao, his eyes suddenly lit up, and he gave a thumbs up and praised it: "Mm! Delicious! Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, fragrant but not greasy, spicy but not dry, the taste is amazing!"
An old lady wearing reading glasses couldn't help but praise Xu Yao's hot and sour rice noodles after tasting them: "This hot and sour rice noodles is so sour and delicious, and just the right amount of spicy. It's really unforgettable!"
The judges gave high scores to Xu Yao's snacks, while Boss Li's snacks seemed inferior.
In the end, the results were announced and Xu Yao won the competition with an absolute advantage!
"Yeah! We won!" Aunt Wang and Aunt Zhang hugged each other excitedly and cheered.
Xu Yao and Xue Han smiled at each other, their eyes full of joy and pride.
Boss Li's face became even darker, like the ash at the bottom of a pot.
He glared at Xu Yao fiercely, turned around and left without even saying hello.
"Hey, Boss Li, don't go! The game isn't over yet!" Aunt Wang deliberately raised her voice and said in a sarcastic tone.
Boss Li paused, turned around and glared at Aunt Wang fiercely. He said "Just wait for me!" and left in shame.
The crowd burst into laughter.
"Haha, Boss Li can't afford to lose!"
"He deserves it! Who told him to do such evil things?"
"Yaoyao, you are awesome!"
Xu Yao looked at Boss Li's receding back, and she did not feel as relieved as she had imagined.
She knew that although she won the game, it was just the beginning. There was still a long way to go and many challenges ahead.
Xue Han walked over to her, gently held her hand, and gave her a comforting look.
"Don't worry," Xue Han's deep voice rang in her ears, "I'll take care of everything."
Xu Yao nodded, a faint smile appearing on the corner of her mouth.
As the night deepened, the people in the market gradually dispersed and the noise gradually calmed down.
Xu Yao and Xue Han packed up their stall and prepared to go home.
Suddenly, a dark figure jumped out from the alley and blocked their way.
"You...you stop right there!" The black shadow's voice trembled a little.
Xu Yao and Xue Han took a closer look and found that it was...
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