Jiang Shuyun and Manager Zhou exchanged greetings, but without much pleasantries, they first looked at the watermelons.
"Mr. Jiang, do you have any ripe watermelons here?"
Because Jiang Shuyun was dressed as a scholar, Manager Zhou knew he was a learned man and felt a greater sense of respect for him.
"Manager Zhou, some watermelons are ripe. Let my wife pick one, and we'll go home to try it. You've had a long journey, so if you don't mind, I've prepared a simple meal. It'll be home-cooked, just a bite to eat and a rest for your legs."
"Mr. Jiang, you're too kind. There's no reason for us to be offended. When we're out on business, we often have to endure wind and rain, so we're sorry to bother you."
Mu Yi'an picked out a ripe melon, which Uncle Wang took and carried, and the group walked towards Jiang Shuyun's house.
"Manager Zhou, brother-in-law, please."
"Mr. Jiang, please."
The group entered the courtyard, and Uncle Wang greeted Manager Zhou's entourage. Jiang Shuyun led Manager Zhou and his group into the living room.
"Husband, the watermelon is washed. Please cut it open and let Manager Zhou and Brother Zhou have a taste."
Jiang Shuyun took the knife, made a cut, and heard a snap. The watermelon was cut open, revealing the red flesh and black seeds inside.
"Wow, this watermelon sounds delicious!"
Shopkeeper Zhou excitedly stood up and watched Jiang Shuyun cut into the melon slice by slice, revealing the bright red flesh that looked incredibly appetizing.
"Please, Manager Zhou; please, brother-in-law!"
Shopkeeper Zhou wasn't shy either; he picked up a piece, took a bite, and found it really sweet and delicious. Brother Mu also took a piece, tasted it, and found it tasty.
For a moment, the only sound in the room was the chewing of watermelon; no one spoke.
After finishing a slice of watermelon, Manager Zhou understood the situation. The watermelon was delicious, but business came first. Such a fine watermelon, if transported to the capital now, would be a first.
In previous years, watermelons weren't even on the market at this time.
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