Even though no one was inside, they restored everything to its original state to avoid alerting the enemy. After all this commotion, it was already evening. When the three returned to the shop the way they came, Wang Fengyang was helping out at the clinic.
Without even asking, one could tell from the three men's dejected expressions that they had gained nothing. The clinic, which had been busy all day, finally had a moment to relax.
Zhao Zhicheng, however, said, "We've been incredibly busy today. Let's quickly get some food ready; everyone's starving."
Grandpa Ouyang took a sip of water, his voice a little hoarse: "Little Lan, have you found anything out about Er Gou's matter?"
These past few days have been incredibly busy, but everyone's thoughts are preoccupied with Er Gou and his wife's situation. Whenever they have a moment to themselves, they're always looking worried and troubled.
The sun was already high in the sky, and they had only eaten one meal. The rumbling of their stomachs sounded like a chorus of frogs.
Reaching out of the space to take something is easy, but conjuring up so much food in the blink of an eye would arouse suspicion, so food from the space cannot be taken.
The shop won't open until Er Gou's matter is resolved. Making money is important, but human lives are even more important!
To solve her food problem for the next period of time, Lan Yamei walked into Manager Wang's restaurant across the street for the first time!
Shopkeeper Wang, who had been cheerfully soliciting business at the door, saw Lan Yamei striding over. With a beaming smile, he said, "Oh, Shopkeeper Lan, you're not open today?"
"Manager Wang, you're a businessman after all! What do businessmen pay attention to? They pay attention to being observant and listening to everything around them. They see what they should see and don't see what they shouldn't see, they listen to what they should listen to and don't listen to what they shouldn't listen to. Only then can their business thrive. Don't you agree?" Lan Yamei said as she walked inside.
Manager Wang, being a shrewd man, immediately greeted her with a smile: "Yes, yes, Manager Lan is right. Look at me, I'm getting old, and I don't always watch my mouth. I have a foul mouth! Manager Lan, please don't take it to heart!" As he spoke, he followed Lan Yamei into the shop.
Lan Ya Mei looked around the quaint restaurant; only a few of the dozen or so tables were occupied, with about a third of them sitting down.
"Manager Wang, your business is just so-so! Do you want to make some money?" Lan Yamei didn't beat around the bush and spoke her mind directly.
"Of course, it can't compare to your barbecue restaurant. You make money as easily as drawing water from a well. My little shop makes money as hard as wringing water out of a rag," Manager Wang said self-deprecatingly. His small eyes darted around, and he said with a smile, "Manager Lan, if you ever have any money-making opportunities, please give me a hand." He then cupped his hands towards Manager Lan to show his sincerity.
Lan Ya Mei can tell right from wrong. After nearly a month of competition, it's clear who won and who lost on the whole street. Many shops were secretly vying for dominance, but the barbecue restaurant emerged victorious.
Lan Yamei admired Manager Wang for being a man who could admit defeat, so she also humbled herself and said with satisfaction, "It's alright, it's alright! You know how busy my shop has been these past few days. A large group of people have had nowhere to eat, so starting tonight, we'll have a full meal here. Please serve us the best of everything for three meals a day. We'll all be eating here, starting tonight."
"Ah! Manager Lan, you're too kind... I'm so grateful, so very grateful! I'll make sure the kitchen does a perfect job and you're all satisfied with your meal." Manager Wang said, then instructed the kitchen to quickly prepare the dishes.
He hurriedly invited Lan Yamei to sit in the private room upstairs, and Lan Yamei didn't stand on ceremony.
A steaming cup of fragrant tea was served. Lan Yamei took a sip and asked, "Is there a menu?"
"Menu? What menu?" Manager Wang looked bewildered.
Lan Ya Mei frowned in confusion. Weren't there menus in ancient times? After thinking about it carefully, she realized that she hadn't eaten out many times and didn't know if there were menus.
"Okay, whatever you have, I'm really hungry." Lan Ya Mei decided not to be picky anymore and opened a blind box.
"Don't worry! My kitchen staff are all top-notch, the food is absolutely authentic." After saying this, Manager Wang ordered several plates of pastries to be served.
"Manager Wang, you go ahead with your work! I'll call my family over for dinner right away!" Lan Yamei said, getting up and going downstairs to call people.
Shopkeeper Wang followed behind, completely bewildered, wondering which family member? Wasn't it rumored that she was the only one left in her family? Who else was she?
Before long, Lan Yamei, supporting Grandpa Ouyang, led the Qiu brothers, Zhao Zhicheng, the father and son of the capable massage therapist, and the young Wang Fengyang—eight people in total—into the main force.
Once seated in the private room on the second floor, Manager Wang had already come up to serve tea to everyone before making an excuse to urge the dishes to be served. As he left, he secretly admired her; no wonder this young woman had built such a large business! She treated even these complete strangers with such sincerity, like family! Who wouldn't be willing to risk their life for her?
For a moment, Manager Wang felt a pang of contempt for his past actions, realizing how short-sighted he had been! At the same time, he exclaimed with admiration, "The younger generation is truly formidable!" His respect for Manager Lan suddenly increased.
The group sat down around the table and briefly summarized the events of the past few days. Since they were the only family on the second floor, and they were in a private room, they weren't worried about outsiders overhearing.
Lan Yamei spoke first: "Recently, the barbecue shop can't open for a while. But our clinic can't close! It's not that I'm stingy with money, but doctors have the heart of parents, and so many patients are waiting for us. We really can't ignore them. So please bear with us during this time, Uncle Ouyang, Doctor Zhao, and Uncle Liu and Brother Liu. The clinic is in your hands! Wang Fengyang will be with you these days. If you need his help, just let him know. When he's not busy, he practices his martial arts and reads next door. I've ordered three meals a day from Manager Wang, and he'll prepare the food for you at mealtimes. Aunt Guan went to the Murong residence and definitely won't be back for a while. Don't tell her about things at home yet; let her focus on her own affairs."
Lan Yamei took a sip of water and continued, "Since the incident involving Er Gou and his wife, we have been doing our best to track down the clues. We have a certain direction now, and with a little more effort, catching the real culprit is just around the corner. I will handle this matter with the two Qiu brothers. You all need to be careful during this time, and if you discover anything, please communicate with each other promptly."
Grandpa Ouyang said, "I'm an old man, how could I be afraid of those villains lurking in the shadows! We should just live our lives as we always have, without fear. Their attack on Er Gou and his wife was nothing more than a warning to others. If it wasn't for money, then it must be for something else. Whatever they want to do, we're not afraid! Evil never prevails over good! Heaven has eyes!"
After spending time with everyone, the Liu family father and son had long understood that they were simply a brave, enthusiastic, and energetic team. Despite their diverse surnames, they were warm and united!
Grandpa Liu said, "Manager Lan, my son and I have never felt so secure following you. As long as you don't mind, we will follow you until we grow old. If you need anything, just ask, and we will do our best without hesitation."
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