Comfortable life in Siheyuan

Nan Yi has an active mind and likes to think on his own. When he was working with Sha Zhu, he also learned some Sichuan cooking methods. When it comes to cooking, he already has his own ideas.

The few of them chatted until very late, and it was almost ten o'clock before they packed up and went back together.

No one got drunk today. Tomorrow is the opening day of Nan Yi, and Liu Qingshan and Sha Zhu tacitly did not force him to drink.

The next morning, Liu Qingshan discussed with Sha Zhu and asked He Daqing and Liu's father to bring their family members to Nan Yi's restaurant at noon to show their support and see if there was anything they could do to help.

After all, He Daqing had worked in the restaurant business for many years, so he could definitely help. Liu's mother had been doing the accounting at Shabu Shabu for more than a year, so she was also very experienced.

In case the store is too busy, the two of them can lend a hand so that Nan Yi won't be overwhelmed.

"You have thought it through thoroughly. I'll listen to you and it's settled. I'll go back and tell my dad. Let them go together at noon." Sha Zhu lowered his head and thought for a while. He felt that what Liu Qingshan said made sense, so he agreed.

"Okay, I'll tell my family about it too. I have to go to work soon, so I'll go back first."

Since time was limited in the morning, the two didn't chat much.

However, their words were heard by Xu Damao who was standing not far away.

Xu Damao was also puzzled. "If Nan Yi opens a restaurant, doesn't that mean it is in competition with your two families? What does it mean that you two are so eager to help?"

The video parlor opened by Xu Damao is now experiencing declining business. It has been inspected several times this year, mostly due to reports from peers.

So he couldn't understand why the relationship between these people didn't change at all. They even helped each other. It was really confusing!

At noon, He Daqing went to the restaurant in Nanyi with Liu Qingshan's parents. They set out early, chatting and laughing along the way.

"Nan Yi's restaurant isn't close by! We have to ride bikes over there." The three of them rode two bikes. He Daqing was old and had a hard time pedaling.

"It's okay. If it's too close, wouldn't it be stealing business from Zhuzi?" Liu's mother joked with a smile.

"Hey! How much business can their two restaurants do together? It doesn't matter if they are closer. And for a restaurant business, they have to be on the same street, so the business depends entirely on your ability. If you have good cooking skills and good appetite, every restaurant will have customers."

When He Daqing talks about opening a restaurant, he is very knowledgeable.

"Yes, this city is big! It can accommodate a few more restaurants!"

The three of them arrived at the entrance of the restaurant, and Nan Yi was just about to set off firecrackers. There were already people watching the fun, gathering at the entrance.

The three of them were not in a hurry. They just stood not far away and watched Nan Yi busying himself.

"Crack! Crack!"

A burst of festive firecrackers rang out and the hotel sign was unveiled.

Nan Yi took the candy from his apprentice and gave two pieces to each of the people watching at the door.

"Thank you all for coming to support us. We will trouble you all again. If you meet someone familiar with us, please help us promote our restaurant. Just say that a new restaurant has opened in Dashilan. If you want to know whether the food is good or not, you can come in and try it to find out. For customers who come to our store in the next two days, each table will be given a small dish!"

"it is good!"

"it is good!"

“The boss is awesome!”

Everyone cheered!

At this time, He Daqing quietly walked into the crowd and suddenly shouted loudly: "Hey! I have seen this boss before. He used to be the chef of our Sijiucheng Box Factory. He is a master chef! I have to go in and try him!"

After He Daqing said this, the others also exclaimed.

"Is it true that a master chef from a state-owned factory ran out to open a small restaurant?" someone muttered in disbelief.

"What do you know? He has skills and can earn more by opening his own restaurant. He doesn't even have to look at his boss's face." Naturally, someone in the crowd took over the conversation.

He Daqing retired after accomplishing his mission and went to live with Liu Qingshan's parents.

Nan Yi cast a grateful look over here.

Perhaps after hearing He Daqing's words, people who were originally hesitant immediately walked into the store, wanting to taste the craftsmanship of this master chef from a state-owned factory.

Nan Yi was secretly happy when he saw more and more customers in the store. He hurried into the kitchen and led his apprentices to get busy.

After a while, dishes with delicious appearance, aroma and taste were served on the table.

A group of three people walked into the restaurant at this time. Looking at the two waiters who were somewhat flustered, Liu's mother sighed and went up to help.

When it was time to check out, he was the only one in charge of the counter and sorted out all the accounts.

He Daqing lifted the door curtain, walked into the kitchen, and helped sort out the menu one by one to avoid mistakes.

Sometimes the dishes ordered first have to be cooked first, and the same dishes can be cooked all at once. Nan Yi’s two apprentices obviously did not do this.

After He Daqing's preparation, the kitchen was able to serve dishes much faster.

Father Liu was not idle in the front either, but he could only help customers get things when the waiters were unable to take care of them, and sometimes wipe the tables to make customers feel that the store was clean and hygienic.

I was busy for more than two hours, and it was almost two o'clock when I finally sent all the guests away.

Nan Yi walked out from the kitchen with a smile on his face. Looking at the three old people, he felt moved.

"Uncle He, Uncle Liu, and Aunt Liu, I am so grateful to you today. If it weren't for your help today, I don't know what I would have done." Nan Yi wiped the sweat from his forehead and said sincerely.

"Don't just be polite, we are still hungry!" He Daqing joked with a smile.

"Yes, yes, yes. Please take a seat first. I'll go get some dishes over. I'm hungry too."

After about ten minutes, Nan Yi prepared three dishes and a soup and brought them out. The two apprentices and the waiter also took their own dishes and sat at a nearby table to eat.

Nan Yi brought over another bottle of wine and poured a glass for each of the two uncles.

"Aren't you going to drink?" He Daqing asked casually when he saw that Nan Yi didn't pour the wine himself.

"No more drinking. I can't delay my work tonight! Come on, uncle and aunt, I'll toast you with tea instead of wine. Thank you so much for today!" Nan Yi shook his head, picked up the teacup and drank it all.

"Nan boy, you have been working in the factory for too long and don't know how our restaurant does things. You will become familiar with many things slowly. There is no problem with the dishes you cook, but you are mainly not familiar with the procedures..." He Daqing began to tell Nan Yi about some things in the restaurant. He benefited a lot from just a few words.

"Thank you, Uncle He. Thank you so much for today. I was stunned when so many guests came in just now. The few words you said in the crowd were really magical, and the effect was really good!"

Nan Yi has begun to admire He Daqing. No wonder this silly Zhu has such a treasure at home and his business is so prosperous. If he had given them a few pointers at home, they would have avoided many detours.

"Nan Yi? Your business is good. I can come over and help you collect the bills for a few days. Find someone you know and I'll take care of her for a few days." Mother Liu looked at Nan Yi, who was almost in tears, and thought that this child was a good person.

"Thank you, Auntie. I'll get someone over tomorrow. Thank you!"

Nan Yi took out a small cup, filled it with wine, stood up and drank it all in one gulp.

He had not originally planned to drink, but now he had no time to do so.