If Li Feng hadn't had the money to settle things, he would undoubtedly be in jail now.
From then on, Xu Yuehuai also began to reflect on himself.
It was actually Qi Guze who inspired her.
"How can someone in the restaurant business cause such a ruckus?"
Qi Guze looked at the delicacies in front of him and said, "The saying goes, good wine needs no bush. If you cook well, you will surely have a lot of customers. Why bother with all this trouble?"
"The market is very competitive, and we want to create unique cuisine."
Is it "color" or "unique features"?
Xu Yuehuai didn't want to talk anymore. "Then tell me what to do?"
"Find your niche and study it carefully." He added, "You must have your own signature dish, and these are skills that others cannot possibly master."
Chinese food culture and refined culture have a long history. Although they are constantly being improved and innovated, they remain true to their original principles.
Xu Yuehuai had previously conducted market research in the vicinity.
Although this street is not a food street, it is lined with inns and restaurants, and they are all quite good. They offer the same dishes and services, but the prices are different.
In fact, this street offers good quality products at reasonable prices, making it suitable for working-class consumers.
“Okay,” Xu Yuehuai gently tapped her temple with her right index finger. “I’ll think about it and take it slow.”
He added, "There is another favor I would like to ask of you, Brother Qi."
Qi Guze chuckled and took a sip of the tea in front of him.
"There's no need for formalities between us."
Xu Yuehuai was also prepared to recount the story from thousands of miles away.
Naturally, she would grant any request Qi Guze made.
But getting an education was even more difficult. First, one needed to settle down in the capital city. Only with a household registration could one obtain the qualification to receive an education.
Secondly, since there were no schools in this era, people still needed to go to private tutors.
The old teachers in private schools are of varying quality; if one were to encounter someone like the one before, wouldn't one regret it deeply?
Therefore, Xu Yuehuai thought of the shortcut to Zhongnan Mountain.
"I want the children to go to school," Xu Yuehuai stated directly.
"good!"
Qi Guze did not refuse, thinking to himself: Xu Yuehuai, you have suffered so much in the capital, and now you finally know to beg me.
It was such a difficult task for her, but how come it was so easy for him?
"I need to find..." Xu Yuehuai pondered for a moment, preparing to elaborate on her requirements, but little did she know that before she could even utter her thoughts, the other party already knew everything.
Xu Yuehuai wanted to express that "the environment is good, the atmosphere is excellent, it's close by, and the teaching staff is strong..."
But clearly, Qi Guze had fully understood her concerns, and she stood up gracefully, saying, "Come with me."
"Where are we going?"
Qi Guze remained silent.
Leaving the inn, we followed Qi Guze into the carriage. The carriage was magnificent, and as the horses galloped, the carriage shook, and occasionally we could smell a faint fragrance in the air.
The fragrance wafting in the air was neither strong nor pleasant.
Like the lotus flowers that stand tall and pure in June and July, their fragrance spreads far and wide, making people feel refreshed and relaxed.
Looking at the magnificent carriage, Xu Yuehuai couldn't help but wonder what position Qi Guze held in the imperial court.
After driving for about fifteen minutes, we exited Zhuque Street and turned onto Chang'an Street. The area, which had been bustling with traffic, was now quiet.
Before even reaching their destination, Xu Yuehuai could already hear the sound of students reciting their lessons, which to her was like heavenly music.
Seeing Xu Yuehuai's infatuated expression, Qi Guze smiled and said, "Come down and take a look."
The two got out of the car, and Xu Yuehuai took a closer look.
What comes into view is a group of buildings.
This enormous building rises from the ground, its interior filled with houses, shoulder to shoulder, one after another. Entering through the main gate, one sees flowing water on both sides, shimmering in the sunlight.
Occasionally, you can see one or two fish moving around in the water for a moment before quickly disappearing.
Xu Yuehuai became engrossed in looking at it and continued walking forward, where she could see four large characters.
It is the "Zhongnan Academy".
Xu Yuehuai looked bewildered.
"Is this the famous Pan Palace?"
Zhongnan Academy was a top-tier academy in the capital, enrolling only children of imperial relatives or high-ranking officials. Children from poor families had no chance of even peeking at it from the outside, let alone getting in.
The atmosphere here is solemn and dignified.
Xu Yuehuai subconsciously waved her fingers, "This must cost a lot of money, right?"
"It's free. If you really feel guilty, then study hard." Hearing this, Xu Yuehuai was extremely grateful. She was about to say something, but she stammered for a long time and ended up speechless.
Xu Yuehuai developed a whole new set of thoughts and decided to continue asking, "They all have status and position, while our child is all alone and destitute, living on meager rations. Will the old master treat them all the same?"
"Of course we won't favor one over the other, it's just that the old scholar here is none other than the imperial son-in-law Liu Chunlin."
Liu Chunlin passed the imperial examination at the age of fifteen, becoming the youngest top scholar in my country. He currently serves as a junior official in the Secretariat and also holds the position of teacher at the Zhongnan Academy.
Upon hearing that the renowned Liu Chunlin was actually a teacher at the Zhongnan Academy, Xu Yuehuai couldn't help but feel a deep sense of respect.
The two were still strolling and sightseeing when a group of people approached from a distance.
Their obsequiousness was evident from their servile demeanor...
These guys were very afraid of Qi Guze. A moment later, Liu Chunlin, who was holding a ruler, also arrived in a hurry. He was about to bow when Qi Guze coughed and said, "I brought her here to see you. In the future, she will have three children who need to study here. Just treat them all the same."
"Yes, yes."
It was clear that Liu Chunlin was terrified.
He was supposed to follow behind and serve on time, but Qi Guze coldly retorted, "Why aren't you teaching and educating people? What are you doing following me around? When did you scholars become so eager to flatter and fawn?"
Liu Chunlin was terrified and left in a panic, feeling utterly lost and dejected.
Xu Yuehuai was taken aback when she saw Liu Chunlin fleeing in panic.
"Oh dear," she exclaimed. "He seems very afraid of you?"
Qi Guze spoke up, "Of course, I am an imperial censor, and I pay attention to every word and action of officials."
Xu Yuehua nodded.
The tour has ended.
Xu Yuehuai couldn't linger inside any longer. In short, everything inside was satisfactory. If the three little ones could study here, that would be the best arrangement.
As the two walked ahead, some people talked behind their backs, but naturally, they were talking behind their backs.
“This is quite strange,” Liu Chunlin said, stroking his chin. “Your Highness and this woman are behaving intimately. Just who is this woman?”
"Judging by her pretty appearance, she must be His Highness..."
"Nonsense! His Highness has not been interested in women for many years, how could he possibly be interested in them..."
Another authoritative voice descended from the sky, joining the discussion, but it was quickly countered by others: "Aren't you afraid of losing your heads? Be careful, walls have ears. How dare we discuss His Highness?"
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com