"Burp~"
"Burp~"
As the sound of satisfied burping echoed.
The customers dining in the restaurant, with expressions of happiness and contentment, leaned against the wall as they left.
They were stuffed.
And thoroughly enjoyed it.
With such delicious food, it's natural to want to share it with others.
So, whenever they bumped into someone they knew, they couldn't help but say, "Let me tell you, there's a new place called 'So Delicious' around the corner on Old Street. The pan-fried dumplings are absolutely amazing, you should try them too..."
Of course, they also shared it on their social media and chat groups.
Take Yang Zhi, for example.
He shared the good news in the Veteran Driver Group with a bunch of taxi drivers.
Steady Driver: Extra, extra! A new restaurant called 'So Delicious' just opened in West City Old Street, and their pan-fried dumplings are superb. Any fellow drivers who want to taste should have a try.
I'll Fly You There: "So Delicious? Never heard of it..."
Waiting at the Crossroad: I just drove past West City Old Street yesterday, didn't see any pan-fried dumplings being sold...
Lost Once Boarding: "Are the pan-fried dumplings at this 'So Delicious' really as good as you say?"
Just thinking about the taste of the dumplings made Yang Zhi's hands tremble as he typed.
Steady Driver: "Absolutely! In all my thirty-plus years, I've never had pan-fried dumplings this good. The reason you haven't heard of it is because they just opened this morning..."
Meanwhile, Lin Jingsong had just dropped off a passenger and heard the continuous WeChat notifications on his phone.
He opened it to see the veteran drivers discussing pan-fried dumplings and joined the lively chat.
Lin Jingsong: "Trust me, fellow drivers, it's so good it'll bring tears to your eyes!"
Waiting at the Crossroad: "Oh, it seems like Jingsong has tasted the dumplings too. Since you both praise them so highly, I'm genuinely interested now."
Lost Once Boarding: "Jingsong, you're always the most excited one with these things. If the dumplings from this shop aren't good, you owe me a BBQ from the Qin Family!"
Lin Jingsong: No problem, if they aren't good, just come find me!
Lost Once Boarding: Oh, such big words, looks like I really should give them a try.
Steady Driver: "Everyone, you must give them a try. If you don't, you'll regret it for the rest of your lives..."
Lin Jingsong: Exactly, not eating them means missing out on a billion dollars.
Because of the messages from Yang Zhi and Lin Jingsong, a lot of lurker drivers were drawn out.
Spectator 1234: Alright, I'll try them too. But if they aren't good, don't blame me for speaking harshly.
The veteran drivers started arranging a time in the group chat, planning to go together.
...
Fulin District.
A few white-haired old men gathered together after their morning exercises.
"Old Qin, how about we play a couple of chess games after eating?"
Old Qin, dressed in a traditional outfit, lightly waved his folding fan: "Lao Liu, with your lousy chess skills, even if I give you two extra pieces, you still won't beat me. Playing with you, I might as well play with my eldest grandson instead."
"Old Qin, you're overestimating your chess skills. Your grandson's level is almost professional, playing with him would only get you trounced!"
Old Qin, who was being criticized: "..."
Lao Liu, you're in trouble now.
Old Qin's strong arms were subtly aching.
Old Qin folded his fan: "But I can surely give you a thrashing! Come on, let's play a game right now."
"Alright! Let's see... who gets thrashed by whom is yet to be seen."
Just as the two were moving tables and chairs to get ready to play chess, a greeting reached their ears: "Old Qin, Lao Liu, have you eaten yet?"
Seeing it was Jiang and his group, they replied with a smile: "Not yet!"
Noticing each of them carrying a large bag of pan-fried dumplings, they asked casually: "Hey! Where did you get these dumplings from? Bought so many? Is there a discount?"
"Which store is offering discounts?"
Old Li explained: "The place just opened today, but there's no discount or sale. It's 3 yuan each, whether you buy more or less, same price. Let me tell you, the dumpling skin is very thin, the filling is substantial, and when you take a bite, the juice just bursts out, it's so delicious!"
"If they got you to spend money on these dumplings, the taste must be good."
"Of course, these are the best pan-fried dumplings I've ever had. Here, try one."
With that, Jiang tore open the bag of dumplings.
One per person.
"Oh no, I shouldn't... Well, thank you."
Old Qin and Lao Liu initially wanted to refuse, but the enticing aroma made them subconsciously reach out to take one.
The bottom of the pan-fried dumplings was crispy but not burnt, with a tempting golden color~
One bite and the juices burst into your mouth.
So fresh and delicious!
Soft and chewy in the mouth.
The fluffy skin wrapped around savory, fragrant meat filling, the bottom pan-fried to a golden crisp, both fragrant and crunchy...
After just one bite, Old Qin and Lao Liu were hooked.
After finishing, Lao Liu even made sure to clean his fingers thoroughly.
"Goodness, the flavor of these dumplings is truly phenomenal."
"Old Jiang, which shop sells these pan-fried dumplings?"
"Bought them at 'So Delicious' on West City Old Street, right at the corner..."
Before Jiang could finish, he saw Old Qin and Lao Liu, usually slow-moving, suddenly bursting with energy, and in the blink of an eye, they were already at the exit of the community.
"Old Qin, Lao Liu, aren't you playing chess?"
How can playing chess compare to the aroma of steamed buns...
"Sure enough, no one can resist the deliciousness of steamed buns..."
Old Jiang and the others stood still, recalling the fleeting silhouettes of Old Qin and Lao Liu, murmuring.
...
"Xuanxuan, you play for a bit, and once Daddy tidies up, I'll take you to kindergarten."
Huang Tao came out of the kitchen with a cloth and cleaning water, ready to tidy up.
"Huh? School..."
Xuanxuan expressed she didn't want to go to school.
But she knew very well that it was impossible.
Don't ask why.
If you ask, it's because she tried before.
Whether by acting cute or pretending to be pitiful, neither worked.
She still had to go to school.
Resigned, she gave up her resistance, deflated like a balloon, agreeing weakly, "Alright then."
"Such a good girl, now you play for a while."
Xuanxuan blinked her eyes, thinking for a moment, "Daddy, can I take some steamed buns for my friends?"
"Of course, you can!"
"Daddy is the best, Xuanxuan will help you wipe..."
"Okay!"
Huang Tao handed her a clean cloth with a smile.
The little one dashed to a table, climbed onto a chair, and despite the effort, enthusiastically started wiping.
"Xuanxuan, be careful, don't fall..."
After reminding her, he began to wipe the table.
Just then, a system prompt sounded in his mind.
[Ding.]
[Detected that the host is cleaning the shop.]
[Shop Cleaning Helper has been activated for you.]
[Would you like to use the Cleaning Helper immediately?]
Goodness!
The system actually has a Shop Cleaning Helper function?
It's like giving a pillow when you're sleepy.
Just what he needed.
Couldn't ask for better.
He was pleasantly surprised and said in his mind, "System, use it immediately."
[Command received, Cleaning Helper has been activated.]
[The cleanliness of the host's entire restaurant will permanently remain at 90%, which means after customers dine, the host only needs to wipe with a cloth to achieve a clean result.]
This Cleaning Helper is quite useful.
He wiped the table with a cloth, and it immediately shone brightly, all the grease disappeared.
The floor was mopped and gleamed like a mirror.
Even the stove hood in the kitchen, with one wipe of a wet cloth, became brand new.
Greatly reduced his workload.
Not bad, not bad!
[Ding!]
[Congratulations to the host for completing the side quest: Received voluntary promotion from 20 customers.]
[Reward: Random Culinary Skill: Century Egg Porridge (Max Level)]
This task was completed rather... suddenly!
Huang Tao, who didn't put any effort into this task, was a bit puzzled.
However, he did happen to need something to drink.
With the century egg porridge, it perfectly filled this gap.
Not bad, not bad!
He was quite satisfied with this reward.
As he was thinking, the method and experience for making century egg porridge appeared in his mind.
"Didn't expect there to be so much to it in a simple century egg porridge!"
Huang Tao thought he'd try making some century egg porridge when he had time.
Of course, he also wanted to add a variety or two to the steamed bun fillings.
Glancing at the time, it was already past 7, so he prepared a bit and called out, "Xuanxuan, let's go, it's time for us to head to kindergarten."
"Daddy, did you take the steamed buns?"
"I did, they're in your little backpack!"
"Okay~"
Xuanxuan couldn't help but smile with joy at the thought of sharing the delicious food made by Daddy with her best friends.
Father and daughter walked out of the store.
Next door at the convenience store, Jiang Guowei, along with three men, was talking while heading towards Huang Tao's shop.