The proprietress was clearly surprised to have someone enter the shop and paused for a moment, but she quickly recovered and replied with a smile, "We also have some beef, cabbage, radishes, and a few fish."
After listening, Shen Xiaoxiao thought for a moment and then said, "Then give me some stir-fried beef with radish, stir-fried cabbage, and fish soup."
The proprietress nodded in agreement: "Okay, I'll make it for you right away, just a moment." With that, she turned and quickly walked into the kitchen.
Before long, dishes were served one after another.
Looking at the delicious-looking dishes on the table, Shen Xiaoxiao's mouth watered. She couldn't wait to pick up a piece of food with her chopsticks and put it in her mouth, chewing it carefully.
After only a few chews, a look of surprise immediately appeared on her face, and she couldn't help but exclaim, "Wow, this is so delicious! You have to try it!"
Seeing Shen Xiaoxiao so happy, Dai Xingyun, who was sitting opposite her, also picked up a piece of food with his chopsticks, tasted it, and then smiled and nodded in praise: "Hmm, the taste is indeed very good."
Just as the two were enjoying their meal, Shen Xiaoxiao suddenly stopped eating, as if she had noticed something strange, and asked with a suspicious look, "This is really strange. The food here tastes so good, why is there no one in the restaurant?"
Just as she finished speaking, the last soup was served.
The proprietress explained with a smile, "Our shop officially opens tomorrow, and we're cleaning up today."
"Ah, then what about us..." Shen Xiaoxiao said somewhat awkwardly.
It's all my fault for being so focused on the conversation that I didn't pay any attention and walked straight into this restaurant.
"It's alright, we just cleaned the restaurant thoroughly," the proprietress replied warmly, a friendly smile on her face. "Besides, you didn't order anything, so just eat whatever we have."
"These dishes were originally intended to celebrate the opening tomorrow with my husband. I bought a lot, and I was worried that we wouldn't be able to finish them. Fortunately, you came and helped us finish them, so there will be no waste."
"Haha, what a coincidence!" Shen Xiaoxiao couldn't help but laugh out loud, and the embarrassment in her heart immediately eased a lot.
"Yes, what a coincidence!" the proprietress continued. "It's fate that you came in. How about this, you can help us taste the dishes and see how they are?"
Shen Xiaoxiao and Dai Xingyun exchanged a glance and nodded in agreement: "Okay, then we won't be polite!"
Seeing this, the proprietress smiled and said, "Okay, then you can enjoy your meal!" With that, she turned and went into the kitchen, leaving Shen Xiaoxiao and the other person to enjoy the food in the restaurant.
"Mmm, this dish is really delicious! It tastes just as good as Manfulou's!" Shen Xiaoxiao picked up a piece of beef, put it in her mouth, chewed it carefully, and said with satisfaction.
“Yes, that’s right. Not only that, the restaurant’s decor is also very unique and makes people feel very comfortable,” Dai Xingyun chimed in.
The two ate and chatted, and soon finished all the dishes on the table.
"I'm so full!" Shen Xiaoxin patted her round belly with satisfaction, then slowly stood up.
He even let out a burp, turned towards the kitchen, and called out loudly, "Hello, boss lady! We've finished eating, could you please come and settle our bill?"
As soon as he finished speaking, a series of light footsteps came from afar.
A moment later, the proprietress quickly came out of the kitchen.
With a big smile, she said to Shen Xiaoxiao warmly, "Oh dear, what are you saying! Didn't I just tell you that our store hasn't officially opened yet?"
"It's such a wonderful coincidence that you could come and patronize our restaurant! So, this meal is on me!"
Upon hearing this, Shen Xiaoxiao quickly waved her hand and said, "No, no, ma'am, how can this be? Paying for a meal is a matter of course! How can we eat and drink for free? We must pay for this meal!"
Seeing this, the proprietress quickly smiled and said, "Young lady, don't be so polite with me! Besides, this meal didn't cost much, so consider it my treat!"
"You've actually helped me and my husband out, otherwise we wouldn't be able to finish all this food, and it wouldn't be fresh tomorrow. Wouldn't it be a waste to throw it away?"
Shen Xiaoxiao insisted, "Boss lady, we appreciate your kindness. But we really can't eat this meal for free."
Seeing Shen Xiaoxiao's determination, the proprietress smiled and said, "Little sister, I like your personality!"
"However, you really don't need to pay for this meal today."
"Well then, our shop opens tomorrow. If you're free, come again tomorrow. You can pay for your meal then, and I'll definitely accept the payment," the proprietress said with a smile.
Hearing this, Shen Xiaoxiao knew she couldn't pay today, so she stopped worrying. "Okay, boss lady, it's a deal! We'll definitely come again tomorrow, and your food is so delicious, we'll definitely be a regular customer."
Hearing Shen Xiaoxiao's words, the proprietress was overjoyed. She nodded repeatedly, her smile widening, and said, "That's wonderful, little sister. You're always welcome!"
Shen Xiaoxiao smiled and said, "Well then, beautiful proprietress, we'll be going now. We wish you a grand opening tomorrow, booming business, and abundant wealth!"
The proprietress said gratefully, "Thank you so much, young lady! I wish you and your loved one happiness too!"
Shen Xiaoxiao's face immediately turned red, and she quickly waved her hands, "No..."
Before she could finish speaking, Dai Xingyun interrupted her, taking Chen Xiaoxiao's hand and saying, "Thank you for your blessing, boss lady. See you later!"
The proprietress was taken aback when the man, who hadn't spoken until now, suddenly spoke. "Goodbye!"
After saying that, the proprietress escorted Shen Xiaoxiao and her companion to the door, watching them walk further and further away until they disappeared at the end of the street before turning back into the shop.
The owner was an honest and unassuming man; he stayed inside the shop and didn't come out to meet anyone.
When the proprietress returned to the shop, he smiled somewhat embarrassedly, "Honey, you've worked hard!"
The proprietress rolled her eyes at him and said, "As long as we're both okay, what's a little hardship?"
The boss chuckled and nodded, saying, "Yes, you're right."
Shen Xiaoxiao and Dai Xingyun were walking along the road when they came to a secluded spot. Shen Xiaoxiao pulled Dai Xingyun to a corner and said, "Why didn't you let me explain just now? The landlady misunderstood!"
Dai Xingyun pulled Shen Xiaoxiao to another spot and pinned her against the wall. "You're my boyfriend now. We met each other's parents today, and we'll be together soon. There's no need to explain anymore."
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