Chef Hua-Chapter 549 - 294話 壓不住火兒_2

"Ha, what can I say?" Master Tan revealed a simple and honest smile, "Owner, you must already know. I used to run a small tavern myself and it was a complete mess, not to mention that I didn’t earn a single penny, I even lost quite a lot. Just make the decision yourself, whatever you think is definitely more reliable than me."

"What about Yun’er?" Hua Xiaomai then turned to look at Zhou Yunyun.

"I’ll listen to the master, I definitely won’t go wrong," Zhou Yunyun said with a beaming smile as she turned her head. freewёbnoνel-com

Hua Xiaomai nodded and turned toward Qing You, Ji Xiang, and the rest, "You all as well..."

Before she could finish her sentence, Wang Zhanrui, at the other end, had already started explaining the method of brewing tea in a loud voice.

"Do you see? Now that it’s mixed into a paste, at this moment, we should slowly pour in boiling water bit by bit. At the same time, we must use the whisk to vigorously stir without stopping to make sure to create froth. Then..."

His voice was so loud that it drowned out Hua Xiaomai’s. She bit her lip in secret and forced a smile, "Master Wang, I saw you were busy just now, I don’t know if you have time now to also share your thoughts?"

Wang Zhanrui seemed to turn around reluctantly, his gaze swept over her face and then quickly shifted away, looking out the window.

"What’s that got to do with me? Anyway, I’ll naturally take care of the bamboo grove and the front restaurant’s kitchen. As for the rest, you’re the owner, you make the decision."

"How can you talk like that?"

Sister-in-law Chun Xi immediately jumped in, "Aren’t you part of this Daoxiang Garden? Don’t you get your wages from here to make a living? If our business thrives, wouldn’t that benefit you too?"

"I never took wages for nothing," Wang Zhanrui retorted, "Haven’t I said? Whatever I have to do, I’ll naturally do my best, but what does the rest have to do with me?"

"You..." Sister-in-law Chun Xi was very angry and was about to confront him when she was suddenly pulled back by Hua Xiaomai.

...She swore, this would be the last time she would save face for Wang Zhanrui in front of others.

"Alright, since nobody has any objections, let’s settle this matter for now. Everyone can go back to work," she maintained her smile, tossed out these words, and after the hall had cleared of people, she walked off to the backyard.

She knew she should have a talk with Wang Zhanrui; that was clear to her. But not right now.

She was about to lose her temper.

...

Emotions are a peculiar thing, easily influencing others. That afternoon, due to the inexplicable confrontations between Hua Xiaomai and Wang Zhanrui, the rest of the staff at Daoxiang Garden became somewhat timid and silent, quietly focusing on their own tasks. Even Chun Xi and La Mei, who would chat occasionally, kept their voices extremely low.

In the evening, Meng Yuhuai returned from the County. As soon as he entered the restaurant, Chun Xi pulled him aside and whispered to him for a good while.

"Go and cheer her up," she finally said, nodding towards the backyard with earnest concern, "Look, she’s been out back all afternoon. It’s not good for a pregnant woman to be filled with anger like this, it’s harmful to her health. She has such a temper, and since her mother-in-law doesn’t really want to manage her, are we just going to let her be?"

Meng Yuhuai slightly furrowed his brows, thanked Chun Xi, and walked towards the backyard. Sure enough, as soon as he looked up, he saw Hua Xiaomai sitting under a tree, pouting and incessantly pulling at leaves before crushing them into pieces.

He couldn’t help but chuckle softly and walked over to rustle her hair: "What’s the matter, someone upset you? Take a look at yourself in the basin, your lips are so pouted you could hang an oil bottle on them!"

Hua Xiaomai quickly dodged to the side, glancing at the back door, then looking up with reproach: "Can you not be so handsy, please? We’re not at home. If someone sees, it would be embarrassing—And no one upset me. Can’t I just sit here and enjoy myself for a while, is that not allowed?"

Meng Yuhuai knew her too well and wasn’t in a hurry. He squatted down in front of her, grinning: "Enjoying yourself? Is this how one enjoys themselves? Look at you, your attitude is so poor. I’m going to the Provincial City tomorrow, do you plan to farewell me with such a look?"

"It’s only for two or three days, it’s not a big deal," Hua Xiaomai muttered with her eyes downcast, then suddenly looking up with an idea, she grabbed his sleeve, "Why don’t you take me with you... yes, and mother too. We’ve never gone on a trip together!"

"So, we’re closing up shop?" Meng Yuhuai smoothly enclosed her hand in his, "You want to run away from a little trouble? Is that all you’re capable of?"

Hua Xiaomai quickly pouted: "Who’s been gossiping to you again, probably Sister-in-law Chun Xi, right?"

"Never mind that," Meng Yuhuai laughed, "If you think the matter’s troublesome, how about I have a word with Chef Wang?"

"I can handle my own issues, there’s no need for you to worry," Hua Xiaomai quickly shook her head, then sighed, "Actually, it’s not a big deal, but I just can’t shake the feeling of unease. That Chef Wang, he’s either silent or, whenever he speaks, it’s with an unpleasant tone—I really don’t get it, he came on his own to work as a chef; I didn’t beg him. He puts on such a long face every day, who on earth is he showing that to? Have I wronged him in some way? If there’s something bothering him, can’t he just speak openly about it?"

"See, you know it too, don’t you?" Meng Yuhuai patted her head, "If something’s troubling you, just say it. What’s the use of sulking about it? Chef Wang is paid by you; are you still wary of him?"

Hua Xiaomai gave him a look but remained silent.

"Alright, it’s not a big deal. There’s no need to keep thinking about it and upset yourself. With this free time, you might as well think about our new house construction, consider what style you like, and how big it should be," he patiently advised with a smile.

"While I’d be glad to take you with me to the Provincial City, I won’t bring you this time. When I’m away, you should talk properly with Chef Wang. You’re going to be a mother soon, can’t you handle such a small matter?" (To be continued. If you like this work, you’re welcome to vote for it with a recommendation ticket or a monthly ticket at Qidian (qidian.com). Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please visit m.qidian.com to read.)

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