Chapter 187: Look at Master’s Puppy Face
He Xiulan: “That’s not what I said…”
Jiang Yu placed the menu in front of An Yimin. “You heard him. Today’s meal is free. You don’t have to pay a single cent. Just order whatever you want. If you can’t finish it, you can take it home.”
She paused for a moment before saying, “Oh, even if you can finish it, you can order some more and take those home.”
He Xiulan: “…”
Was the new boss trying to take advantage of her own business?
Well played indeed.
Feng Linbai chuckled.
It was quite interesting to watch He Xiulan suffer.
While An Yimin was ordering, Jiang Yu said, “Since you’re so sincere in paying for our meal, we’ll also be very sincere in agreeing to your participation but tell you this first, we have a rule when it comes to eating. Eat well, talk less. Please remember to abide by it.”
Jiang Yu stopped short of saying, “shut up and eat your food”.
He Xiulan: … No, you’ve already said everything, why else is there for me to say?
Jiang Zeyu didn’t know who He Xiulan was. He only heard Jiang Chenglang address him as Director He. Moreover, He Xiulan said he hadn’t welcomed them when they had come in, which could only mean that he works at Cixi Restaurant.
Although they were eating together, and it was quite annoying to have someone come out of nowhere, his little sister’s words to this man were so direct and blunt…
Could it be that Little Sister knew him as well?
Jiang Zeyu was a little puzzled.
It was already very strange for his little sister to know Feng Linbai. Now, there was another stranger, and his little sister always claims that she’s rich…
Oh, it was all a little suspicious.
An Yimin could not help but instruct, “Yu Yu, be polite to the guests.”
Jiang Yu did not mind and said, “A person who comes uninvited is not considered a guest.”
He Xiulan: “…”
This was a little heart-wrenching.
He looked at Feng Linbai with an indignant look on his face. Could he apply for a strike now?
This new boss is too difficult to deal with!
Feng Linbai did not even look at him. In any case, he could not see clearly.
Moreover, even without looking, he knew that He Xiulan would definitely show an aggrieved look.
Needless to say, Feng Linbai was quite happy to hear his subordinate being schooled by Jiang Yu.
He Xiulan was a person who liked to see the world in chaos. It was obvious that he knew that they were here and had come here to watch the show.
Jiang Yu must have guessed this. That was why she wanted to nip this unknown trouble in the bud. Otherwise, knowing that He Xiulan could not keep his mouth shut, he might just run his mouth.
Moreover, Jiang Yu also took the opportunity to say that someone was going to pay for today’s meal, in order to ease An Yimin’s burden.
It was really hard to dislike this kind of girl, one who didn’t beat around the bush but still possessed a gentle streak.
When He Xiulan realized that Feng Linbai was not going to uphold justice for him, in fact, the upward curve of his master’s lips was becoming more and more obvious, he wanted to slam the table.
Look at Master’s puppy face!
She didn’t do anything to you, why do you look like a loyal puppy dog in love?!
Moreover, Master, you’re clearly building your happiness on my pain! That’s too cruel!
He Xiulan pursed his lips and stood up. “Forget it, since I’m not welcomed, I’ll just leave.”
It was pointless. Since he couldn’t bear to watch this show any longer, and on top of that, his right to speak had been restircted, he might as well leave.
Jiang Yu waved her hand. “Goodbye. Don’t forget to pay the bill.”
He Xiulan: “…”
He cursed in his heart: I can just void the bill, right? If that doesn’t work, we can have another lucky draw, just like the last time, new boss!
Why did he always have to worry about the money in his pocket?
It wasn’t her paying him anyways!
Chapter 188: I’m Overjoyed
He Xiulan walked out of the door and came face to face with Ke Yanbin.
Ke Yanbin saw him and lifted his eyes. He said mockingly, “you were chased out so quickly?”
He Xiulan said, “I thought they were too boring and didn’t deserve my humor, so I walked out on my own accord.”
Ke Yanbin said, “You don’t have to emphasize the words ‘walked out on my own accord’. I know.”
He pointed to his ears. “Don’t you know, my hearing is pretty good. I heard everything.”
He Xiulan said expressionlessly, “Then why are you asking? Is it interesting to ask when you already know the answer?”
Ke Yanbin pursed his lips. “Not really. It’s just interesting to hear you getting schooled.”
He Xiulan said, “Goodbye. I have nothing more to say to you.”
It was rare to see He Xiulan being humiliated, Ke Yanbin could not help but add, “But what I’m more curious about is… how does Miss Jiang know that you’re so stingy?”
He Xiulan stopped in his tracks.
Then his face darkened.
He knew now.
It must be that little brat! She must have spoken ill of him in front of Jiang Yu!
She was dead meat!
He Xiulan stomped toward the kitchen aggressively and saw that Ji Churan had already completed the task he had arranged for her earlier.
A few stir-fried dishes were placed on the table, one after another in a neat row. The presentation was exquisite, the fragrance assailed his nostrils.
Being chased out… Oh no, He Xiulan, who had refused to eat with them, suddenly felt a little hungry.
He suddenly forgot his original intention of coming to the kitchen. He swallowed silently, cleared his throat, and asked, “You did all this on your own? You didn’t ask for help?”
Ji Churan nodded. “Yes, Director He. I followed your instructions. The amount of ingredients used for each dish is strictly according to the standards that you’ve set. There had definitely been no wastage. You can weigh them again if you like.”
“However, there will be situations where the ingredients will shrink or absorb water. The weight will fluctuate. You should know this better than I do.”
Ji Churan had her hands clasped together across her abdomen. Even the smile on her lips was polite and friendly. She looked polite and distant.
He Xiulan: “…”
He suddenly remembered the terrible situation where he had just been told off by Jiang Yu. He casually asked, “You signed a confidentiality agreement when you entered the restaurant. The things here can’t be told to others. You know this, right?”
Ji Churan said in surprise, “Of course I remember that. The recipes here must never be leaked. I swear I will keep my mouth shut. Did something happen to the restaurant?”
He Xiulan probed, “Did you talk about anything else besides the recipes?”
Ji Churan turned on the flattery, “Director He, don’t worry about that. At most, I just shared my experience working here with my best friend. Director He, you’re a brilliant man and the restaurant’s atmosphere is great. I’m overjoyed to be able to join this place.”
He Xiulan choked on Ji Churan’s sudden flattery. His face darkened and he said bluntly, “Don’t you ever dare speak ill of me.”
Ji Churan was not frightened by him.
She smiled and said, “Director He, don’t worry. I never lie.”
He Xiulan: “…”
What did his words have to do with this answer?
D*mn brat!
…
He Xiulan came suddenly and left just as quickly
He had been like a gust of wind, the kind that couldn’t even lift a leaf.
While Jiang Chenglang was surprised, he couldn’t help but suspect that Jiang Yu and He Xiulan knew each other.
He looked at Jiang Yu with a deep gaze.
Xiao Yu… Just how many secrets did she have?
Why did it feel like… she was a completely different person from the person in Rong Qi’s information?
As Jiang Chenglang observed the interaction between An Yimin and Jiang Yu, a thought slowly floated into his mind.
Chapter 189: Jiang Wan’s Surprise
At Jiang Wan’s house.
Jiang Wan was trying to persuade Lu Hetai, “Uncle, as you can see, I’ve already been chased out by Big Brother. I can’t even go to the Jiang family home. How do you expect me to help you? I really can’t do anything even if I wanted to!”
Lu Hetai didn’t believe her, “You said that it was that wretched girl, Jiang Yu, who chased you out of the Jiang family, right? Where did she get the ability to do that? Isn’t she just an ordinary high school student? Her grades and upbringing are not as good as yours. What does Jiang Chenglang listen to her?”
Jiang Wan shook her head with a steely look in her eyes. “Uncle, it wasn’t her who brought up this arrangement. Big Brother declared this himself. Uncle, speaking of which, I have not even got to you yet. Why did you find someone to cause trouble for Jiang Yu on your own? Why didn’t you tell me?”
“Don’t you know how lost I was when Big Brother questioned me?”
Lu Hetai mumbled, “I just wanted to help you vent your anger… Besides, I’ve was being very careful, how could Jiang Chenglang have found out? No, wait, how did Jiang Yu find out?”
“Did she suspect something and then targeted you until she hit the nail on the head? Then you should be able to go to Jiang Chenglang and reason with him!”
“Just say that I did it, and it has nothing to do with you. Anyway, it was I who had hired those people. You know that Jiang Chenglang can’t blame you for this. It doesn’t make sense!”
“Wan Wan, I’m going to go look for Jiang Chenglang right now. I’ll take responsibility for what I did. If he wants to blame me, then blame me. He absolutely can’t kick you out of the Jiang family!
“After all, after your mother died, Jiang Chenglang said that he would treat you well! He can’t be so heartless now!”
Jiang Wan sighed. “Hey Uncle, Big Brother is still very angry. He won’t listen if you tell him all this. You know, it’s hard to change the things that he has set his mind on. He has indeed been good to me all these years.”
“It’s just that this matter has caused a rift in the family. It’s understandable that Big Brother is angry. Moreover, you’re my uncle. I told you about my matters in the Jiang family. I should have guessed that you would support me and look for trouble with Jiang Yu. However, I didn’t stop you in time. Big Brother is angry because of this.”
“Let’s wait for Big Brother’s anger to subside first. Don’t add fuel to the fire. Otherwise, I’ll really be angry with you!”
Jiang Wan said seriously, “If you go to Big Brother now, not only will he be even angrier at me, but he’ll also be angry at you. If you can’t control your temper when you see him and the two of you get into an argument, I won’t be able to smooth things over for you.”
“So, Uncle, think carefully and think twice before you act. Think about it, how many people are only here because of Big Brother…”
Jiang Wan knew that when talking to a blockhead like Lu Hetai, she had to speak plainly and clearly.
Otherwise, if he suddenly lost his mind and went straight to the Jiang family, not only Jiang Chenglang, Jiang Yu would probably shame the pants off of him as well.
If that happens, the situation would become even more volatile.
She had already predicted, with Jiang Yu’s personality, she would not bother explaining so much to Lu Hetai. Jiang Chenglang would also want to suppress the scandal, so Lu Hetai would not find out about all her scheming. That was why she could lie so calmly. Anyway, Lu Hetai would never know.
Lu Hetai mumbled softly, “They still can’t treat you like this. After all…”
Jiang Wan had heard it clearly.
She was shocked and asked in disbelief, “Uncle, what did you mean by what you said just now?”