Chapter 631 Special Requirements
The sky was turning a pale white, and something seemed about to burst forth from the heavens.
It was only the hour of Mao (5-7 AM), and there were already many pedestrians on the streets of Yunhe County.
Today is Mr. Xiao's birthday banquet.
At this moment, the servants of the Xiao family are busy cleaning and preparing for the banquet at noon today.
The four restaurants that served dishes at the birthday banquet arrived at the designated location and prepared for today's busy day.
They had all been in the Pear Garden before, and the Xiao family had rearranged the layout of their home this year, so Chun Chang was not familiar with the layout and had to ask the Xiao family servants.
Wan Qiqi leaned against the stove, yawning incessantly, tears streaming down her face.
She wiped away her tears, watched Yao Jinniang and Feng Qing washing the kitchen utensils, and then yawned.
Just then, Xiao Han's voice came from outside.
"How are the preparations going? If there are any problems, please let us know immediately..."
Wan Qiqi followed the sound and stared intently at the other person, looking as if she had something to say to them.
Xiao Han was stared at for a long time, so stunned that he forgot to blink.
His intuition told him that Wan Qiqi was up to something again, trying to disrupt his plans.
However, he felt a secret excitement in his heart, as if he was looking forward to Wan Qiqi's performance.
"Young Master, do you have a moment? I'd like to discuss something with you." Wan Qiqi smiled, tilting her head to look at Xiao Han, giving the impression that she had ulterior motives.
Xiao Han glanced at Wan Qiqi, then looked away and instructed the butler beside him, "Keep an eye on things. Report any problems immediately. The birthday banquet is the priority."
"Yes," the butler replied.
Xiao Han then walked to the side, gesturing for Wan Qiqi to follow, "What is it that you can't say in front of everyone?"
“I have a special dessert called a cake, specially made for birthdays.” Wan Qiqi paused as she spoke, and said seriously, “Young Master, I attended this banquet to give the old man a surprise.”
"So you came here because of my father, hoping he'll help you promote your restaurant?" Xiao Han turned to look at Wan Qiqi, a mocking smile on his face. "Wan Qiqi, you've got the wrong idea. My father dislikes businessmen the most."
As Xiao Han said this, a hint of sadness flashed in his eyes.
Old Master Xiao's words echoed in his mind: "Xiao Han, can't you focus on your family and have an heir with Ya'er as soon as possible? Spending all your time with those treacherous people is a disgrace to the Xiao family! If you ever become like those merchants, I will expel you from the Xiao family..."
These words continued to torment Xiao Han.
For him, his father was extremely important, more important than his own life.
Although the Xiao family is powerful now, who can say that the Xiao family will still be so a hundred years from now?
He disliked officialdom and only wanted to make money through his own abilities to enhance the Xiao family's fortune.
If the Xiao family declines in the future, these shops will still provide support, allowing future generations to make a comeback.
However, in the eyes of Old Master Xiao, everything Xiao Han did was a joke.
"Of all pursuits, only studying is noble," this was Mr. Xiao's view, and also the view of most people.
Therefore, people have certain prejudices against businessmen.
"Wan Qiqi, focus on preparing the banquet. Don't try anything funny. At least this way, I can ensure that Xinglong Restaurant will gain a good reputation after the birthday banquet."
Xiao Han flicked his sleeves and was about to leave.
"Young Master, are you sure that what we're preparing now will satisfy the Old Master?"
Wan Qiqi's words made Xiao Han stop in his tracks.
"Are you so sure that what you've prepared will satisfy my father?" Xiao Han questioned, his eyes growing colder.
Wan Qiqi was not afraid at all. Instead, she smiled and said, "Not necessarily, but I know what Grandpa Xiao wants."
Xiao Han chuckled. "Wan Qiqi, do you think you know my father better than I do?"
"I'm just looking at things from an outsider's perspective, so I can see things more clearly. There's a saying, 'Those involved are often confused, while bystanders see things clearly,' right?" Wan Qiqi looked up at the sky and realized that it was already dawn.
She turned to look at Xiao Han. "It's up to you. If you agree, let my brother in when he brings the things; if you don't agree, you can stop him. But I think, you've already done so much, why not give it a try?"
Wan Qiqi's last sentence made Xiao Han hesitate.
That makes sense. He's already done so much, what harm is there in looking at Wan Qiqi?
"Alright, I'll give you a chance, but you must show me the item first. I can only send it in after I've confirmed it's safe." Xiao Han didn't want to prepare for so long and end up disappointing his father.
“No problem!” Wan Qiqi replied, then waved her hand, “Then it’s settled, before the banquet starts, come to the storage room next to the kitchen and I will show you the things.”
This item needs to be kept secret from outsiders by Wan Qiqi, and she may even have to operate it alone.
Many items inside need to be purchased at the exchange shop, and the tools may be quite unusual, which might cause controversy if others see them.
She decided to proceed with the plan as she wished, bid farewell to Xiao Han, and returned to the kitchen.
At this moment, wisps of smoke rise from the chimneys, filling the air with delicious aromas.
Wan Qiqi joined in, preparing the snacks together.
In contrast, Shi Yue and Pei Shi'an merely watched from the sidelines before leaving.
As Xiao Huai had promised, the restaurant owner hosting the birthday banquet had seats available.
But there may not be a time to sit down.
Although no preparations are needed at Kelaiju, the kitchen is still the main room.
The man named Aji stopped in front of Wan Qiqi, looking at her with some curiosity as she played with these strange things.
"What are you making this with?" he asked, pointing to the light cream in Wan Qiqi's bowl.
Wan Qiqi: "..."
She never expected that this person, who hadn't spoken to her, would ask this question at such a crucial moment.
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