For the past two weeks, they set off before dawn every morning and returned after dark every night.
Although they worked very hard every day, they all felt very fulfilled and satisfied.
Because their skills improved, the steamed buns they made became more and more delicious.
Two weeks later, Uncle Tian looked at the steamed buns made by Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong and nodded in satisfaction. "You have mastered the basic method of making steamed buns. I will give you the stall in a couple of days."
Hearing this, Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong felt both excited and reluctant.
"Uncle Tian, thank you!" Lin Cuiying looked at Uncle Tian gratefully. In the past two weeks, Uncle Tian not only taught them how to make steamed buns, but also how to run a stall and how to get along with customers.
These experiences are invaluable to them.
Lin Tiandong added, "Uncle Tian, we will work hard and won't let you down."
Uncle Tian patted the two men on the shoulder with a smile, "Okay, I believe in you. Remember, the most important things in business are integrity and hygiene. As long as you do these things, your business will definitely be good."
“We’ve got it,” Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong said in unison.
For the next two days, Uncle Tian let Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong run their stalls independently.
Although the two were a little nervous, they were filled with confidence when they thought of Uncle Tian's teachings.
They got up early and started working at their stall.
Lin Cuiying was in charge of kneading the dough and rolling out the wrappers, while Lin Tiandong was in charge of preparing the filling and wrapping the buns.
The two worked together seamlessly and quickly made baskets of fragrant steamed buns.
As the sun slowly rose, more and more pedestrians appeared on the street.
Soon, people were drawn over by the aroma of the steamed buns. "Boss, give me two baskets of steamed buns."
"Okay!" Lin Tiandong replied and quickly took the steamed buns over.
The customer took a bite of the steamed bun and a satisfied smile appeared on his face. "This steamed bun tastes really good!"
Hearing this, Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong both breathed a sigh of relief and smiled.
Uncle Tian watched Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong's busy figures and a gratified smile appeared on his face.
He knew that both of them were hardworking, skillful, and quick learners.
He felt very reassured leaving the stall to them.
After observing for a few more days, seeing that Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong were managing their stall in an orderly manner and that their business was getting better and better, Uncle Tian finally decided to go to Fucheng.
That noon, after closing up shop, Uncle Tian called Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong over and said, "Your steamed buns are getting better and better. I won't be coming over tomorrow. From now on, it's up to you to work hard. Remember, keep your promises, maintain hygiene, and don't shortchange them."
Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong nodded, keeping Uncle Tian's words firmly in mind.
"Uncle Tian, when are you leaving for the prefectural city?" Lin Cuiying asked with some reluctance. "Tian Dong and I will come to see you off when the time comes."
"It'll be in the next couple of days," Uncle Tian said with a smile. "You don't need to see me off. Once I get to the prefectural city and things are settled, I'll naturally write to let you know I'm safe."
Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong could only say with reluctance, "Uncle Tian, take care!"
Uncle Tian smiled and nodded, "Alright, I should go back now. You should all go back early too."
"Goodbye, Uncle Tian!" Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong waved to Uncle Tian.
Uncle Tian waved to them and then turned and left.
Watching Uncle Tian's retreating figure, Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong were filled with gratitude.
They knew that without Uncle Tian's help, they wouldn't have been able to learn how to make steamed buns so quickly, let alone start a business so soon.
After the siblings returned home, they told Lin Changgeng and Chen that they would officially start their stall business the next day.
Lin Changgeng and Chen were both very pleased to hear this.
"You guys are really capable!" Lin Changgeng said with a smile. "I believe you can definitely make this business a success."
Madam Chen also sighed with emotion, "Yes, you are all truly remarkable. I never imagined that one day you would be able to set up your own stall and do business."
"Mother, Father, it's all thanks to Uncle Tian's excellent teaching." Lin Cuiying said modestly, "If it weren't for Uncle Tian, we wouldn't have been able to learn so quickly."
"Uncle Tian is a good man." Lin Changgeng's tone was full of gratitude.
“We know,” Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong said in unison.
"So you're officially starting your stall tomorrow, is there anything we can help you with?" Mrs. Chen asked with concern.
Lin Cuiying thought for a moment and said, "Mother, could you please prepare some clean cloth and cotton cloth for us to cover the buns so they don't get cold?"
"Okay, I'll go prepare right away." Chen said, then got up and went inside.
Lin Changgeng then said, "Yingzi, Tiandong, get up early tomorrow. I'll fetch water for you and clean the stall."
"Thank you, Dad," Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong said gratefully.
The two little girls, Lin Yuelan and Lin Yueju, also came over, "Mother, Uncle, how can we help?"
Lin Cuiying smiled and patted their heads, "You're still young, you don't need help now."
Lin Yuelan was a little unhappy and pouted, saying, "Mother, I'm not little anymore. I can help you with chores."
Lin Yueju chimed in, "That's right, Mother, I want to help too."
Looking at her two adorable daughters, Lin Cuiying couldn't help but laugh. "Alright, alright, when you're a little older, your mother will definitely ask you to help me."
"Alright then," Lin Yuelan and Lin Yueju replied somewhat reluctantly.
The next morning, before dawn, Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong got up.
After washing up, the two got to work.
Lin Changgeng also came to town with the two of them. Chen Shi originally wanted to come along as well, but she had two little maids at home.
Not wanting to leave them alone at home, Lin Cuiying let them stay.
Upon arriving in town, Lin Changgeng helped Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong carry several buckets of water and wash their stall thoroughly.
Then, Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong got busy.
They first knead the dough and roll out the wrappers, then prepare the filling and wrap the buns.
Once everything was ready, more and more pedestrians appeared on the street, and the aroma of steamed buns wafted out.
Soon, people were drawn over by the aroma and said, "Boss, give me three baskets of steamed buns."
"Okay!" Lin Tiandong quickly took the steamed buns over.
The customer took a bite of the bun and smiled with satisfaction. "This bun tastes really good. I'll come back to buy more tomorrow."
Hearing this, Lin Cuiying and Lin Tiandong were very happy.
They knew their efforts had not been in vain.
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