I am the stepmother of my son, and the little villain has changed into a little cotton-padded jacket

"I just mentioned it to my eldest brother a few days ago, but I didn't expect that he would really take it to heart and take action so quickly."

Wen Shutang turned his head and looked at Xiao Yizhuo: "I ran into Big Brother by chance when I was shopping today, and then I found out that they have already opened a store and there are already people making wardrobes in their store."

Xiao Yizhuo raised his eyebrows, somewhat unexpectedly.

"Both uncles are very capable, and I believe they will be able to do well in the future."

"I thought so too. I simply rented a shop next to them, spent four taels of silver, and gave the manager another hundred coins as a fee for running errands. I thought that if I took care of it now, it would be of some help to my eldest brother and the others in the future." Wen Shutang told Xiao Yizhuo in detail what had just happened on the street.

After he finished speaking, she didn't hear him speak for a long time, so she looked up at him with some confusion, only to find that he was staring at her blankly, with a dazed look in his eyes.

"Why are you in a daze?"

Hearing Wen Shutang's question, Xiao Yizhuo suddenly came back to his senses and shook his head: "Nothing, just thinking about something. Four taels of silver is not too expensive. Well, it's good to take care of people now, so that you won't be too late later. You did a good job."

Wen Shutang felt a little strange after hearing his reply but didn't say anything else.

"Well, that's what I thought. After all, I spent my family's money, so I have to tell you."

Xiao Yizhuo pursed his lips and nodded, trying his best to suppress the accelerated beating of his heart and suppress the corners of his lips that wanted to rise.

When Wen Shutang was talking, Xiao Yizhuo felt that he was a little dizzy. Was she taking the initiative to share the trivialities of the day with him?

This gave him the illusion that they had been married for decades. Inexplicably, Xiao Yizhuo actually liked this feeling.

So he was involuntarily distracted just now, and only came back to his senses after hearing the question, and coughed to cover up his abnormality.

Wen Shutang didn't say anything about this, but stood up and went to the kitchen to continue studying the drinks.

Just as she stood up, she heard the sound of horse hooves outside the door, and then saw Song Zhoubai walking in neatly dressed and with a smile on his face.

"Madam Wen."

Wen Shutang raised his eyebrows, secretly thinking that this person was really in a hurry. He asked with a faint smile on his face.

"Why did you come here at this time?"

"Zhaixinglou has been very busy these days. The Beijing-style shredded pork with soy sauce that you taught the chefs last time has now become the restaurant's signature dish. Almost every customer who comes to the restaurant will order this dish, and there are even people from the neighboring town who come here specifically for it." Song Zhoubai said excitedly, and his eyes were full of admiration as he looked at Wen Shutang.

He is now Wen Shutang's number one fan. The account book of Zhaixing Tower has become even thicker these days. All these achievements are thanks to Wen Shutang.

Hearing the news, Wen Shutang was not too surprised, but nodded with a faint smile.

Song Zhoubai bowed to Wen Shutang, speaking earnestly and seriously, "Moreover, many other restaurants around Zhaixinglou have closed down. Now, Zhaixinglou is the only one in Qingshui Town. Thank you, Madam Wen. If it weren't for you, I really wouldn't be able to do this."

"No need. You and I are in a cooperative relationship. I can only make money if your business is good. Don't be so polite. I'm just doing my job." Wen Shutang didn't expect Song Zhoubai to be so serious. He retracted his joking look and became serious.

"Although it is a cooperation, I should indeed thank you." Song Zhoubai smiled and raised his hand to signal the servant behind him.

The servant standing behind him immediately stepped forward and handed the silk purse in his arms to Wen Shutang with both hands.

Song Zhoubai explained: "This is the dividend that Madam Wen deserves since the New Year. It's probably a few hundred taels. I'll have someone send the account book to you later. You can check if there's anything wrong."

Hearing this, Wen Shutang did not hesitate to take the silver from the servant and weigh it in his hand.

The weight of this money must be at least five hundred taels. Wen Shutang was immediately delighted.

"Okay, it should be correct. I don't doubt your character, but I still need to take a look at the account book in case there is any mistake. It will be good for both of us to check it earlier." Wen Shutang said with a smile.

Song Zhoubai nodded, without any reluctance on his face.

"Of course. Madam Wen has helped me so much, so it's natural for me to look at the account book. I'll have someone send it over later. I feel more relieved to have you look it over."

"Yeah." Wen Shutang nodded slightly, put away the purse, turned his head and signaled to Xiao Yizhuo.

Xiao Yizhuo immediately understood what she meant, stood up and walked to the kitchen to prepare tea.

Song Zhoubai sat on a stone bench, looking at Xiao Ye practicing martial arts nearby with some curiosity: "What are you doing?"

"It's just children playing around." Wen Shutang said vaguely without further explanation.

Song Zhoubai didn't doubt it. He retracted his gaze and turned to look at Wen Shutang: "By the way, I have some idea about the shop you asked me to find last time. There are many vacant shops in the town, but there are not many shops in good locations, and they all require a lot of money. I came here today to ask you how much you can accept? So I can have a comparison."

"Oh, no need for that. I've already rented a small shop at the end of the street. I'm sorry to bother you these few days. You took the time out of your busy schedule to help me." Wen Shutang took the hot tea handed to him by Xiao Yizhuo, poured a cup of tea for Song Zhoubai and handed it to him, with a gentle tone.

Song Zhoubai was stunned when he heard this, but he didn't look angry. He just asked with some confusion.

"The end of the street? I remember there were only a few small, shabby shops there. Why did you go there?"

"The tea shop I want to open doesn't need to be too big. I went to the street to take a look today, and that place is exactly what I want, so I just decided to settle on it right away." Wen Shutang explained.

"I see. Well, since you have found a place that suits your needs, I won't say much. I've been very busy these days, so I'm late. I still have to apologize to you." Song Zhoubai said a little embarrassedly.

"You're too polite. I have to thank you for helping me find a place even though you're so busy." Wen Shutang said with a smile.

Song Zhoubai waved his hand: "Nothing, just a small matter, but I have one more thing to ask of you."

"what's up?"

"I want to buy another recipe from you." Song Zhoubai looked up at Wen Shutang, his eyes full of clear intention.