After selling the buns, the workers came to ask for their wages.
What happened yesterday was widely circulated, and everyone said that they were ruthless people, so today they did not dare to come alone, waiting for Yang Mian to come with them.
Yang Mian had also arrived a long time ago. When he saw the Ji family's mother and son selling steamed buns, he looked down with disdain. Seeing his former boss come out to show off, he felt extremely happy in his heart.
With Ji Huai's skill, the bun must have been smashed into his hand, and he was still turning over? It can only be a disappointment.
He never expected that they would all be sold out in the end, and he was so shocked that his jaw dropped to the ground.
I thought I would see the two of them laughing at each other, and then arrogantly ask for money, proving that their idea was wrong. Unexpectedly, in the end I had to bite the bullet and ask for money.
Ji Huai did not embarrass them throughout the whole process, he did the calculations clearly and then gave the money, without being sloppy at all and making them more embarrassed.
Yang Mian was indignant and felt that he had lost face. When he left the door, he asked the workers again, "How much money can he make from selling steamed buns? Without us, he can't open this restaurant and can only keep selling steamed buns!"
"But we don't have any more work to do. I should have known better than to be in such a hurry. The Ji family doesn't owe money. If the restaurant is out of business, wouldn't we have more leisure time? Why should we ask for trouble?" One of the waiters regretted it.
Others were speechless.
Yes, why do they want to find a job that is too busy? Isn’t this asking for trouble
If it weren't for Yang Mian's instigation, they wouldn't be like this.
Several people resented Yang Mian in their hearts, but what about Yang Mian? He is a chef himself, so he has little work to do and is naturally leisurely. He also curses her in his heart. If it weren't for that girl, he wouldn't be without work!
Ji family.
Ji's mother was counting money, smiling so much that wrinkles appeared at the corners of her eyes, she was so happy.
In the past, she wouldn't have thought this money was anything, or even glanced at it, but it was different now. These were hopes.
The days are slowly getting better.
The buns sold well on the first day, so the two made more buns on the second day.
In addition to steamed buns and mutton and cabbage buns, other flavors can also be made.
Pork meat is pork, and the process is simpler and more profitable than mutton. There are also mutton radish fillings and cabbage fillings. Ji Mu will taste each one first.
The other party was full of praise.
Early the next morning, they started selling at the door. With the publicity from the previous day, as soon as the stall was set up, someone came forward.
"Bring me a bun stuffed with mutton and cabbage."
"Okay." Ji's mother smiled and moved her hands.
"I want one too."
"I heard it tastes good, I want to try it too."
…
The more people queued up, the more delicious the food seemed to everyone, and in the end the queue got longer and longer.
One cage after another of steamed buns was sold out. Ji's mother couldn't open her mouth from ear to ear and entertained them warmly. She didn't have the airs of being a boss lady in the past.
"Be careful of the burn."
"Take it slowly."
"Two buns and one steamed bun, these are yours."
…
The hot buns have a soft and delicate texture when you bite into them. The soft and juicy stuffing directly hits your taste buds, leaving you with endless aftertaste.
Many people ate it on the street. The taste, the freshness and tenderness of the meat, was really amazing. When passing by there, they would swallow their saliva and wish they could immediately spend money to buy one or two.
The other vendors who set up stalls had not yet sold two baskets, and the Ji family sold only steamed buns.
There's a queue, so just buy it. I don't know if it's a psychological effect, but I always feel that their steamed buns are more delicious than others. Although there is no filling, they are chewy enough.
Qiao Xin secretly observed the other end and saw that their business was good and she was happy for them. Yun Shiqiao almost tore her handkerchief to pieces and was still mumbling, "It's just selling some steamed buns, how much money can I make?"
"He has been reduced to a cook. His face will soon be greasy. What else can you expect him to do?"
She didn't want Ji Huai to make money.
When she didn't see Ji Huai selling buns on the third day, she was so happy that she thought she couldn't sell any more, leaving Ji's mother alone to support her.
As a result, she saw cage after cage of steamed buns being carried out of the restaurant. It turned out that Ji Huai was making steamed buns in the back kitchen.
Ji Mu sells it outside, while Ji Huai continues to sell it inside. It sells so fast that he can't get it later.
After only being sold for a while, it has become the most popular stall in these streets, with more and more varieties. People spread the word by word of mouth, and some people even come early to rush to buy.
The Yun family and the Ji family were not far apart. Seeing how easy it was to sell the Ji family's steamed buns, He was a businessman. He had already made plans in his heart and said to Yun Shide, "Xiao Hao is also back from school." If you're messing around all day, why not learn how to make steamed buns from Ji Huai? If you can come back and make them yourself in the future, you can learn some skills."
Wishful thinking can be described as shrewd.
Yun Hao is Yun Shiqiao's younger brother. Her youngest son is fourteen this year and has neither learning nor skills. Their inn also sells cakes and makes breakfast. After learning, he can increase his income and he can fire the chef.
Besides, they can also sell steamed buns like Ji Huai and the others. The inn is small, the profit is not high, and the family is living a tight life.
When Yun Shide thought about it, it made sense, and he also started thinking about it.
The next day, he specially took Yun Hao for an inspection. Yun Shiqiao also went there, and Ji Xin followed. She also wanted to see how they were doing.
In the past, Yun Shiqiao went to Ji's Restaurant every now and then, and Ji's mother would give her some jewelry from time to time. After Ji's father fell ill and the restaurant was out of business, she never went there again.
"In-laws." Ji's mother was very enthusiastic when she saw Yun Shide. When she saw Yun Shiqiao's loving eyes, she took the buns and wanted to give them to her. "This is made by Xiaohuai. It tastes very good. Try one."
When she said this, she didn't feel embarrassed at all. Instead, she felt very proud. Her son had a skill and would not starve to death in the future.
"Thank you, Auntie." Yun Shiqiao took it, feeling disgusted behind her back.
She didn't want to marry a bad cook.
"Why are you so polite? Do you want to go in and sit inside?" Ji's mother sold only the last few, so she simply said they were gone and gave one to Yun Shide and Yun Hao, and another to Qiao Xin.
"Auntie, you can keep it and sell it. I've eaten it." Although Qiao Xin wanted to try it, she didn't take it.
Ji's mother still stuffed it into her arms, "It's not bad. Try it. It's delicious."
Qiao Xin held the hot buns in her hands, looking flattered and grateful.
When Ji Huai came out, he saw her holding the bun and eating it in small bites, like a hamster, after one bite, her eyebrows were slightly curved with a look of satisfaction.
Qiao Xin took another bite, and the fragrant juice swam between her lips and teeth. It was really delicious. She licked her lips and raised her eyes to meet Ji Huai's eyes. Her body suddenly froze and she forgot to blink, like It's about being caught red-handed doing bad things.
Seeing this, Ji Huai raised the corners of his mouth and revealed a slight smile.
He is taller and more elegant than ordinary men, with jet black hair and an angular appearance. Even though he has just come out of the kitchen, he is completely different from other cooks. He is wearing a white brocade suit, has clear eyes, and is really handsome.
When Qiao Xin saw him smiling at her, she immediately lowered her head. Her face turned red, the tips of her ears were hot, and her heart was beating rapidly, and she couldn't control it at all.
"Xiaohuai is here." Ji's mother said, and specifically told him, "Shiqiao is also here. You haven't seen each other for a long time, right?"
Ji Huai looked at Yun Shiqiao, who lowered his head pretending to be shy, looking as delicate as a delicate flower, but he felt no emotion in his heart, and even felt disgusted.
Yun Shide tasted the steamed buns made by Ji Huai and praised them. Then he mentioned the purpose of his visit. However, he did not say it directly. He glared at Yun Hao and said to Ji Huai, "I heard The workers in the restaurant are all gone, and it’s hard for you two to make ends meet. This kid has caused trouble again recently. I want to leave him here to suffer and let him help you, as long as he doesn’t cause trouble. "
"No wages, just control him and let him suffer."
Having said that, he understood the Ji family's character, not to mention that the two families were still future in-laws, so it was impossible for him to overdo his son.
After learning the craft, he would come back and find a few workers. His son would be there to direct them, and the business would naturally be booming.
Ji's mother didn't think much of it. She declined at first, but then said, "If you can trust us, then come. We still have to pay for it."
In her opinion, the two families will be one family from now on, and one family will not speak the same language as the other. Moreover, she also feels a little sorry for Yun Shiqiao now. It is natural for the Yun family to need them.
Others didn't know what the Yun family was thinking, but Qiao Xin knew it very well. She looked at Ji Huai with anxiety in her eyes and couldn't help but shake her head.
If Yunhao is allowed to learn, the competition between the two families will definitely be detrimental to the Ji family.
"I will follow Brother Huai from now on." Before Ji Huai could speak, Yunhao had already spoken out first, looking quite excited.
His parents have promised him to learn the craft, hire two more people, and share half of the profit with him.
With money, he wants to marry Xiaocui from Hongyinlou back home. It doesn't matter how many years older he is? That figure makes men ecstasy.
Ji Huai glanced at Qiao Xin's face, as if he didn't understand her hint, but didn't react at all. His tone was neither salty nor cold, "As long as you endure the hardship."
"I can endure hardship." Yunhao said without hesitation.
For Xiaocui's sake, her mother said that if she had money, she could marry as many as she wanted and have wives. Women in the countryside didn't need much money, so they could just buy them.
How long can I learn just that little thing? If nothing else works, he will copy them all.
Ji Huai added: "First of all, I have strict requirements. You are not here to do chores. I will definitely teach you how to make steamed buns. If you are not serious, I will not condone it."
Upon hearing that he offered to teach him, Yun Shide quickly said, "If he doesn't listen, just teach him a lesson, otherwise he won't remember it."
Yunhao also nodded.
Ji Huai was fond of his sister, but he hadn't married her yet, so how could he go too far with him
No matter what, he is still the brother-in-law he wants to please!
Yun Shide's goal was achieved, Yun Shiqiao was in a good mood, she just had to endure it a little longer, and when Yun Hao learned the craft, she would let Ji Huai take the initiative to break off the engagement.
When she went out, she handed the bun to Qiao Xin and said with disgust: "Here it is, I don't like eating it. If you don't want to eat it, just throw it to Dahuang."
Dahuang is a stray dog in the inn alley.
Qiao Xin looked at the bun in her arms and held it with her hands.
The steamed buns taste great, but she is not in the mood now. If Yun Hao learns the craft, there will definitely be vicious competition depending on how rogue the Yun family is.
The Ji family only has this way now.
Of course she couldn't bear to throw it to Dahuang, so she took it to the room and put it away carefully. After thinking about it, she decided to find an opportunity to go to Ji Huai and make it clear to him.
Because Yun Shiqiao had never thought about marrying him, doing so would ruin her future. His family also had sick Ji's father who needed money.
When Qiao Xin went to Ji's house, he was stirring and mashing the shrimps with a wooden stick in the yard, pounding them up and down, pressing them and smoothing them. There was a bucket of shrimps beside him, which had been salted.
There are small tanks like this in the Ji family's courtyard, with a faint fishy smell and a mixed fragrance.
Seeing her coming, Ji Huai stopped, took the spices and walked to the side of the tank, sprinkled them one by one into the salted shrimps, and slowly said, "Miss Qiao?"
His voice was low and gentle, and it immediately reminded her of that moment in the morning, and she couldn't help but feel a little nervous, "Brother Huai, what are you doing?"
"Making shrimp paste." Ji Huai replied.
"Shrimp paste?" She seemed to understand.
He closed the mouth of the tank and turned around to explain, "It is a condiment made from salted and fermented shrimps. The shrimps are sent by fishermen and can only be used after fifteen days. If you are interested, I can invite you to taste them then. .”
"This tastes great when used for cooking."
"...Okay, okay." Qiao Xin tugged at the corner of her clothes, her voice was like a mosquito, and her cheeks turned red after she finished speaking.
I have never heard of this thing, but it smells quite fragrant, and it is made from shrimps.
Yinhe Town is not close to the sea, so it is rare to eat fish and shrimp. If you can use this condiment, the dishes should be delicious.
"I just made some purple sweet potato and yam cakes. It's on the table. Do you want to try some?" Ji Huai walked to another vat and turned to her.
His dark pupils met hers, and Qiao Xin didn't know what she was thinking, so she agreed and went to the table in a daze.
The color of the pastry is attractive. She picked up a piece and took a small bite. It was crunchy and delicate in texture. It was something she had never tasted before. After eating one piece, she had to resist eating the second one.
He's really good at cooking.
I originally thought that cooking was a woman's job, but he is so leisurely and serious.
"If you like it, eat before leaving." Ji Huai put the stick in the barrel next to him and walked towards her.
As he got closer and closer to her, Qiao Xin's heart beat faster and her eyes flickered. When he was only two steps away from her, she stood up suddenly, looking at a loss.
The little face turned red, and Ji Huai chuckled, "I'm not a savage beast. Why are you so afraid of me? What do you want from me?"
"Yunhao is not a student. You can't teach him how to make money. It won't do you any good. At least you can't do it before you marry Shiqiao. You can't tell others that I told you Yes, I will be beaten and scolded."
She finished speaking in one breath, and was so nervous that she didn't even know what she said. After speaking in a hurry, she didn't even look at his reaction. She lowered her head and walked to the door. In the end, she broke into a trot and disappeared after a short while.
Ji Huai looked at her back, still so shy, he had to marry her home as soon as possible, thinking with a slight smile in his eyes.
Qiao Xin knew Ji Huai would understand, but who would have thought that Yunhao only went there for one day, and when he came back he said happily, "I have learned how to knead dough today."
"It's really different from the chef at home. That boy Ji Huai is very good at it. My hands hurt from kneading the dough today. I have memorized all the steps."
Mrs. He was also very happy, "If you bear with me a little longer, when the time comes, we'll hire someone to do it. Just lie down and collect the money. During this time, we'll cook you sumptuous meals."
"You have to learn faster, I can't bear it anymore." Yun Shiqiao said at the side, looking at Qiao Xin going to serve the dishes, she smiled, "The county master's youngest son asked me to go out to play in the countryside tomorrow. "
"The county master's son?" He exclaimed.
"No, I'm eighteen this year and I haven't married yet." Yun Shiqiao was a little proud, "I heard that he is quite popular. The county master thinks highly of him. He also said that he would give me a bracelet. It's too expensive and I didn't ask for it."
"Should you or shouldn't? To avoid getting into trouble, you and Ji Huai haven't canceled your marriage yet, so you must not do anything outrageous and affect your reputation." He said quickly.
"I know, isn't this asking him to learn quickly? The Ji family's business is booming in the morning, and we will open a store not far away to sell steamed buns. The business at home will be good, and I will have face. Now I can only pretend that I don't know his intentions. I didn't even agree to his invitation to go out for fun, just for the sake of my family." Yun Shiqiao said, feeling unhappy.
"I know, I know, if I study for a few more days, I will definitely finish it." Yun Hao was full of confidence.
The brother-in-law of the young master of the county master's family is definitely more prestigious than Ji Huai's brother-in-law. If he becomes a relative of the official master's family, who in this town would dare not to give him face
Just thinking about it makes me feel happy. When the time comes to hold Xiao Cui, I will be a winner in life.
Qiao Xin, who came back from serving the dishes, listened intently, feeling extremely anxious. She accidentally made a noise, which was heard by Mr. He, so she could only pretend to do it.
He is a good woman, so she didn't ask directly, but said, "Xiao Xin is not young anymore. When Shiqiao successfully marries into a good family, my aunt will also find a good match for you, so that you can marry happily. "
So what if the old lady is here
That old immortal no longer cares about anything. It's not up to them to eat what they have, use what they have, and whom to marry into
Shiqiao married a good person, so she was in the mood to arrange her marriage. If something went wrong, nothing could be guaranteed.
"Thank you, aunt." Qiao Xin's voice was thin and she didn't say anything. She went to serve the food again.
Yun Shiqiao waited for her to leave and then approached He, "Mom, what kind of family did you arrange for her?"
"When the time comes, we can just find someone. She has no father or mother. What kind of family can she arrange for? It would be nice to have someone in the countryside." He rolled her eyes and said, "As long as the old lady explains, how much better does she want to marry? Unless she gives it to the old man. It should be continued."
Yun Shiqiao felt relieved.
She didn't want Qiao Xin to marry into a good family.
The family is very proud and good days are ahead.
The next day.
Yun Hao came to the restaurant's back kitchen early in the morning and said to Ji Huai, "Brother Huai, are we going to make stuffing today? Make the mutton and cabbage stuffing first, that one tastes the best."
"Go get water first." Ji Huai didn't even look back.
Yunhao felt a little uncomfortable in his heart, but he didn't say anything. Once he learned how to do it, he wouldn't come again.
"Hit again."
"We still need to fight."
…
After beating six buckets, Yunhao's back ached and Ji Huai ordered him again, "Light the fire."
He gritted his teeth and started to light the fire. He choked and was covered with dirt. He finally recovered, but Ji Huai asked him to knead the dough.
"Why kneading dough again? I kneaded it yesterday and I know how to do it." He refused.
Ji Huai: "If you don't have enough time, keep rubbing."
Kneading and kneading, kneading and kneading, Yunhao's hand was almost broken, steaming steamed buns one after another.
Ji’s mother’s voice was heard throughout the process:
"It's sold out. Is it ready to be steamed?"
"Are there any more? They're sold out again."
"I took out the buns first. These buns are good. Yunhao kneads the dough well."
…
In the past, Ji Huai was the only one working behind the scenes, but now that Yunhao is here, he can make more steamed buns.
When he came back the next day, he was so angry that he didn't even eat.
He asked him to bear with it a little longer.
The third day, the fourth day, the seventh day, the tenth day...
Ji Huai would only say: "Fetch water.", "Light the fire.", "Knead the dough.", "Knead the dough.", "Knead the dough."...
Just kneading dough every day.
Yunhao was going crazy and yelled, "When can we make stuffing? I don't want to knead the dough anymore!"
Ji Huai stopped what he was doing and looked at him with a calm expression, "I said, I'm very strict. You also said that you endured hardships and kneaded noodles for two days. You haven't learned how to be patient. What can you do like this? ?”
"You can't even knead the dough well, but how can you make the stuffing? It's just a dream!"
Yunhao had already planned to finish studying in a few days, and then make money to marry Xiaocui. During this period, he was so exhausted that he was almost dead. After being hit like this by Ji Huai, his whole body was like a reed pressed by frost, and he was dejected.
Ji Huai wanted to make up for it, "Since you can't even learn how to knead dough, let's go."
After all, he was still young and had a heavy heart. He wanted to give Ji Huai some color to show that he had learned it, and yelled, "I can learn it! I will definitely learn it!"
I’ve learned how to open a store, let’s see what you do!
"Very good." Ji Huai looked appreciative, so he kneaded more noodles.
Yunhao worked hard. The Ji family's buns were selling more and more every day, and the business was getting better and better.
The Yun family looked really jealous. The He family was already looking at shops. When Yun Hao learned the lesson, he would open one immediately and make a lot of money.
When Yun Shiqiao marries the county master's son again, their family will become prosperous.
A month later, Mr. He asked Yunhao again at the dinner table if he had learned how to make dough. He turned over the table with scarlet eyes, crying and shouting. He looked like he was half crazy, "I have been fetching water, making fire and kneading dough for a month. Month, knead the dough, knead the dough, knead the dough every day.”
"I won't go tomorrow no matter what! Whoever wants to go can go!"
This look shocked everyone at the table. Yun Shiqiao even cursed, "Why are you so crazy? You're scared to death."
The ground was in a mess, Qiao Xin could only reduce her presence and said nothing. In fact, she was a little happy in her heart, it was just good that Yunhao didn't learn anything.
"Look, what can be accomplished? You have raised a good son!" Yun Shide said with a sullen face, "Ji Huaicai told me today that he has made great progress, but he is just impatient and needs to calm down, otherwise he will continue to cause trouble. Knowing that he couldn’t bear it any longer, he even said that he would teach him to do something else next month.”
"The steamed buns are all made of flour, and the outer layer of the steamed buns is also flour, so he will be lazy, and he will not work carelessly every time. Ji Huai is too lazy to tell him, and even said that he would find another laborer to do the chores."
When Mrs. He heard this, she felt that Ji Huai was also teaching attentively, and defended her son, "Yunhao has never suffered much, and it's normal to have a temper."
"You know what Ji Huai thinks? He will have some ideas, so he will go tomorrow. The Ji family is busy now. How can he keep busy if he doesn't go? How will he teach him next month?" Yun Shide frowned and directly said Yunhao decided, "If you don't want to go, you have to go!"
Learn it early and open a store.
"After working so hard for so many days, let him rest. Just say he's sick and find someone to help him." Ms. He felt sorry for her son and thought of ways to coax her. Then she thought of the problem he mentioned and her eyes fell on Qiao. Xin body.
Yun Shide also followed his gaze and looked over.
Qiao Xin's heart skipped a beat.