The ancients didn't know what God was, but that didn't stop them from imagining what God was. Just listen to how those "waiters" talk to their customers!
"We offer hot dishes, cold dishes, stir-fries, hot pot, seafood, sashimi, as well as a self-service dessert and hot drinks. You can order from the menu, or we can provide you with a suggested menu. You can also choose a buffet set meal. As the guest, you decide how you want to eat!"
"Oh dear, sir, you ordered the buffet set meal. I don't recommend you eat so much cake. Although it tastes good, it's also very filling. Those high-end seafood sashimi are expensive but delicious. Try them, I guarantee you won't regret it!"
"Grandpa, although this seafood in broth is fresh and delicious, it is cold in nature. Eating too much will cause your stomach a lot of trouble! You can eat the freshly steamed seafood over there, paired with our Jiang family's unique dipping sauce. That's truly amazing!"
"Young master, how about some grilled skewers? How about I bring you a cup of hot fruit tea? It'll cleanse your palate and warm you up—perfect!"
This was the first experience of foodies who had been drooling over the dishes on the flyers since early morning. They didn't even bother to watch the shows outside; they just grabbed seats first.
The crowds were always there to watch the spectacle, and the area around the stage in front of the shop was already packed with people.
Fortunately, Xiao Si and Xiao Wu had found some temporary workers in advance to maintain order on both sides of the street. They had to leave enough space for passing vehicles and pedestrians, otherwise things would have been chaotic!
The temporary workers hired by Jiang's Private Kitchen also wore uniforms, brightly colored and very eye-catching. Some were marked with signs indicating order, others with signs indicating cleaning, each with their own specific task.
These temporary workers supervise each other and are active on and around the site, responsible for maintaining order and cleanliness. Their wages are settled daily, and although it only lasts for a few days, the pay is high. It's a rare opportunity to earn money, so the selected temporary workers are all very serious and dare not be careless in the slightest.
"Okay! One more!"
"It sounds great! And it looks great too! Little ones, one more time!"
On stage, the seven brothers' first song and dance performance, "Wishing You Prosperity," had just finished its last drumbeat when the crowd erupted in waves of applause and cheers.
After the seven brothers took their bows and left the stage one by one, a young storyteller gracefully stepped onto the stage. He was the host during the opening ceremony, and his surname was Chen.
Shen Shusheng was someone An Jing found out from who-knows-where. After reading Jiang Shan's script, he got into character in three seconds. No rehearsal, no demonstration, and no explanation from Jiang Shan were needed.
What a talent!
Jiang Shan looked at the scholar with shining eyes. She decided that she must find a way to keep this scholar in Jiang's Private Kitchen; he would be of great use.
"Distinguished guests, dear friends, good morning! Welcome to the opening ceremony of Jiang's Private Kitchen!"
"Here you'll find culinary delights you've never tasted before, ultimate experiences you've never felt, and a whole new world of gastronomy you've never seen before...!"
"During the grand opening promotion of Jiang's Private Kitchen, all dishes will be sold at 50% off on the first day, 60% off on the second day, 70% off on the third day, 80% off on the fourth day, and 90% off on the fifth day. Customers who become VVIP members of our restaurant can enjoy a 60% discount on all dishes! A lifetime 60% discount...!"
"Our store has three membership levels: Diamond, Gold, and Silver. Each level offers different benefits, and you can choose the level that best suits your needs. Whether it's a gift for relatives, friends, or superiors, it will definitely impress them!"
"For VVIP customers within a 20-mile radius of the city, we offer free home delivery of groceries. You can enjoy the best service and the freshest ingredients without leaving home. Don't miss out!"
Shen Shusheng's hosting was not in vain; people in the audience were already craning their necks to ask what a VVIP member was, what a diamond was, and what gold and silver were.
Jiang Shan leaned against the second floor, watching Shen Shusheng's performance, which was comparable to that of a modern internet celebrity, and his eyes crinkled with laughter.
An Jing looked at her smiling almond-shaped eyes, which curved like a pool of spring water, and couldn't help but ask, "Do you like it that much?"
Jiang Shan clapped his hands and laughed, "Mr. Shen, you're really something! Where did you find such a lively character?"
An Jing's lips curled slightly. "What great use can a down-on-his-luck scholar be, who doesn't like the Four Books and Five Classics but instead enjoys various storybooks and travelogues?"
“That’s not right!” Jiang Shan said seriously, “There are countless paths in this world. You can’t get ahead by studying. Compared with ordinary people, there are only a handful of scholars in the world. Does that mean the rest of us can’t live? As long as you do right, sit upright, and have a clear conscience, any kind of life is worthy of respect!”
An Jing glanced at the scholar on the stage and said with a hint of sourness, "Just trying to attract attention!"
Jiang Shan glanced at An Jing and asked in surprise, "You were the one who found him for me, and you also acknowledged his hosting abilities. Why are you making things up about him now? What did he do to offend you?"
An Jing pursed her lips and remained silent.
Jiang Shan believed that An Jing was just throwing a tantrum like a spoiled young master, and that they had the right to do so.
"I heard there's a table of guests upstairs, members of the Chongqing Chamber of Commerce? You should go and greet them; we can't afford to offend those people," Jiang Shan suddenly said.
An Jing turned her head and glanced at her. "Aren't you going to meet them? You'll inevitably have to deal with these people in the future. Whether it's donating money or goods, leaving your name or reputation, you'll have to get past them."
Jiang Shan's expression turned cold as he thought of Pei Guangnian.
"I heard the vice president of the Chongqing Chamber of Commerce is surnamed Pei. I have a bit of a grudge against him, so I won't be going for now. Keep a close eye on these people in the Chamber of Commerce for me. I'm sure some of them are eyeing the vice president's position. Let's help them out if necessary!"
An Jing raised an eyebrow in surprise, a hint of interest flashing in his eyes. "Miss Jiang, you've only been in Yuzhou for a little over a month, and you already have such a big appetite? You even want to meddle in the internal affairs of the Yuzhou Chamber of Commerce?"
Jiang Shan glanced at An Jing with a half-smile. "I'm a businessman. I just want to make money peacefully. But if someone wants to block my way, I have to move them aside, right? Or do you think it's more appropriate to just step over them?"
An Jing laughed heartily, and then said mysteriously, "Don't worry, Vice President Pei is too busy to attend the Chamber of Commerce's activities right now. I'll take you to meet the real boss of the Chamber of Commerce; you'll be interested!"
A chamber of commerce is a non-governmental organization spontaneously formed by a group of highly influential local merchants. Those holding important positions within the chamber are either recommended or hired by its members. These individuals include prominent merchants, retired officials, and wealthy aristocratic families. Once their responsibilities are confirmed, they only need to register with the government.
However, the Chamber of Commerce also wielded considerable power, directly or indirectly influencing the business operations of local merchants and the taxes they paid to the imperial court.
For a restaurant like Jiang's Private Kitchen, the Chamber of Commerce is indeed an entity that Jiangshan cannot afford to offend; they can only try to curry favor with it.
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