Food Stall: Customers Chase Me across the Country-Chapter 245 - 246: Reversed Tiangang Formation, Zhuo Qianqian the Main Attacker

Chapter 245: Chapter 246: Reversed Tiangang Formation, Zhuo Qianqian the Main Attacker

Wang Fan felt refreshed like having a chilled watermelon on a hot day.

Look, just look at the perks of having a girlfriend who doesn’t dampen spirits and even joins in the fun.

Wang Fan stifled a proud smile, but his face still broke into a broad grin: "Did you smear honey on your lips today? Though my skills are decent, this is a centuries-old establishment, surely there are plenty who are better than me."

Zhuo Qianqian raised her eyebrows, checked her surroundings to make sure no one was nearby, and leaned in to whisper in Wang Fan’s ear: "Why don’t you try and see if I did?"

"Pfft..."

Wang Fan nearly spat out imaginary old blood; his face, at that moment, standing on Mount Emei, could confidently claim: "None of the monkeys’ behinds on this mountain are as red as my face!"

He looked at Zhuo Qianqian in disbelief, but she just kept raising her eyebrows playfully.

Seeing Wang Fan’s colorful expression, Zhuo Qianqian couldn’t hold back her laughter.

"Hahaha, Boss, your face is so red. Are you running a fever?"

"You..."

Wang Fan was frustrated beyond words, to be teased by a young girl after living two lifetimes yet having no means to retaliate, it was infuriating!

"If I wasn’t imitating a Christmas tree, I would’ve shown you the consequences of teasing the boss."

"Bleh... I’m not scared at all, my boss is as pure as driven snow and wouldn’t use force hahaha!"

Zhuo Qianqian seemed to have grasped Wang Fan’s nature well; as a joke goes, he’d rather be something less than a beast than act like one.

Ice Cream said that when one side is more well-behaved, the other side tends to act up; she thought she was quite well-behaved until she realized the boss was even more well-behaved, it’s truly amusing hahaha.

Zhuo Qianqian thought if Wang Fan had been her classmate, she certainly couldn’t have waited till university to date; she’d definitely fall in love early, luckily she didn’t meet him when they were younger, allowing her to be a model student for so many years.

"Let’s go, let’s go, wherever the boss says to go, I’ll follow heeheehee..."

Wang Fan, being nudged along by Zhuo Qianqian, unwillingly complained: "You better watch what you say next time, you’re my girlfriend now, I might just do something fierce."

"Alright, alright, I promise not to say it again next time!"

"Yeah right!"

In her mind, Zhuo Qianqian silently added two more words.

Hearing Zhuo Qianqian’s promise, Wang Fan snorted and headed towards their vehicle, stored their things, and set off for Taotaoju.

Taotaoju is located in Guangfu Liwan District, established in 1880 during the sixth year of Guangxu in the Qing Dynasty, truly a century-old brand, which Wang Fan had long admired.

But upon arrival, Wang Fan realized he had forgotten something very important, which was he forgot to make a reservation.

During the first of May holiday period, numerous tourists caused a long queue of diners, mostly out-of-town visitors drawn by its reputation.

Seeing his ticket number was 189, Wang Fan figured they probably had no hope of eating there today.

"How about we try somewhere else? I honestly doubt we’ll get a seat today."

Wang Fan reluctantly said to Zhuo Qianqian.

Zhuo Qianqian cheerfully replied: "Alright, why don’t you cook instead when we get back."

"Okay then."

Just as Wang Fan turned around, he heard a laughter-filled voice: "Hey? Isn’t this young Boss Wang? Here to dine as well?"

Following the voice, Wang Fan realized it indeed was an acquaintance, someone who had visited his shop twice and whom he once had sent to the hospital, Di Renjie.

"Hello, Teacher Di."

Wang Fan smiled and greeted Di Renjie.

As a predecessor with over twenty years in the industry, addressing him as "Teacher" was entirely appropriate.

Di Renjie asked: "Are you guys leaving after eating?"

Wang Fan shook his head: "We originally intended to try the food here, but without a reservation, we’re at number 189, so we figured we might not get a seat and were about to leave."

Di Renjie chuckled heartily: "Your preparation is too lacking. It just so happens I’ve got a reservation, come on, I’ll take you in."

Wang Fan repeatedly waved his hand: "No need, no need, coming back tomorrow is the same, we won’t trouble you."

"How is this troubling? It’s just an extra pair of chopsticks. How about this, let’s share a table but not dishes, I’ll order my food and you order yours."

Saying this, he pat Wang Fan on the shoulder: "Let me tell you, I booked this table five days ago, during the first of May holiday; you’d find it quite difficult to book one."

Wang Fan was left speechless. Is eating a meal so laborious?

Compared with such a century-old brand, his fame seemed embarrassingly insufficient.

After glancing at Zhuo Qianqian, who showed a "it’s up to you" look, Wang Fan thought about it and finally decided to share the table.

Otherwise, he wouldn’t know how long he’d have to wait to eat here.

"Then I’ll be troubling Teacher Di."

"No worries, the more, the merrier."

Entering the restaurant, Di Renjie provided his reservation details, and soon a server led the group to a private room.

Di Renjie always booked large rooms, able to fit over a dozen people easily.

Counting him, there were only three people, adding Wang Fan and Zhuo Qianqian made it merely five.

After they sat down, Di Renjie said to Wang Fan: "By the way, after the food arrives, I’ll be doing a live stream, would you care to make an appearance? Many of my followers are eager to encounter this wild boss."

He quickly added: "If you’re not into it, it’s fine, I’m not using this to pressure you, don’t overthink it hahaha."

Wang Fan nodded; he was aware of Di Renjie’s popularity; a celebrity with millions of followers wouldn’t mind this bit of traffic.

Having accepted Di Renjie’s help, showing up would be a way to repay the favor as staying indebted isn’t comfortable.

"I can, but my girlfriend will pass."

Di Renjie was pleased to see Wang Fan willing to show his face. Judging by her age, his girlfriend was likely still in school, so keeping her face private was understandable.

Di Renjie ordered his choices and handed the menu to Wang Fan, who picked a few dishes of interest as Zhuo Qianqian didn’t mind what was ordered. 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝕨𝕖𝗯𝚗𝚘𝕧𝕖𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝕞

Initially, he thought given the crowded scene, the wait would be long, but surprisingly, dishes started arriving after about ten minutes.

By this time, Di Renjie had already started the live stream with his catchphrase: "Many boast about restaurant visits, but who’s genuine in their evaluations? Hello everyone, it’s the genuine investigator, Di Renjie, and today we are at Guangfu Taotaoju, our orders are placed, you all can get your utensils ready."

This stream had been announced prior, and many had set their phones aside on time, some even prepared their meals to eat while watching.

"Hurry up, if you delay any longer, my meal will go cold."

"Watching fine dining while having simple foods, at least it’s somewhat more tasty hahaha."

"Old Di, can we make a deal to keep your face out and focus the camera on the dishes during the stream; it’s slightly affecting my appetite."

"Exactly, exactly, I agree with the commenter above."

"Old Di, how about getting a face-lift, it might work better hahaha."

Di Renjie chuckled looking at the comments on his phone: "Knew you’d come for my looks again, twenty years ago I was quite the charmer, but today I’ve brought a special guest, guaranteed you’ll plead for the camera to stay on him."

"Huh? Who showed up? Did Old Di actually invite someone?"

"Could it be Chef Sui? Those two have a bit of a camaraderie."

"Uh, gotta say, Chef Sui’s looks aren’t something Old Di would brag about."

"Then who could it be? Haven’t heard of any stars in the restaurant review circle."

"This Old Di, getting skilled at keeping suspense now."

"Really curious who’s given Old Di this kind of courage."