Chapter 265: Discussing Buying the Storefront Next Door
Chapter 265: Chapter 265: Discussing Buying the Storefront Next Door
A customer craned their neck, trying to get a look.
But they couldn’t see anything.
Jiang Liu smiled and explained, "It’s a steamed egg custard I just whipped up. Thirty yuan per serving. Feel free to buy one and give it a try. If any are left over, I’ll just take them home for my family."
Fu Lengleng said, "Don’t bother saving it. I’ll take one. Is there a limit?"
"Well... the usual rules apply."
"Brother Jiang, I’ll take a steamed egg custard too! And ten shrimp-filled buns and five scallion buns!"
"Holy shit, there’s a new dish today? My stomach’s already rumbling in excitement!"
Word spread outside that Boss Jiang was selling steamed egg custard.
Immediately, some VIPs from the back of the line started pushing forward, trying to buy their way to the front.
Boss Jiang’s food—getting a bite is a win in itself!
Soon, the entire bucket of steamed egg custard was sold out.
The customers had looks of pure bliss on their faces as they ate.
’As expected of Boss Jiang. It’s so good, it leaves you speechless!’
The steamed egg custard was savory with a hint of sweetness. It had the texture of panna cotta, and with a gentle slurp, the rich, eggy flavor melted in your mouth.
It was absolutely divine!
"This is so damn good! It’s making me angry just thinking about it. With skills like his, I wish Brother Jiang would only cook for me."
"In your dreams."
"Have you guys tried the shrimp noodles or the ’golden coin’ skewers? Those are amazing too. Too bad Brother Jiang doesn’t sell them anymore, or I’d buy them in a heartbeat."
When the next customers came in and heard the steamed egg custard was sold out, they panicked.
"Boss Jiang, is there any left in the bucket? Don’t save it for yourself, just sell it to us!"
Jiang Liu spread his hands. "It’s really all gone. See for yourself if you don’t believe me."
"Is the bucket for sale?"
Jiang Liu: ???
’Is this ever going to end?’
Just then, it was the turn of the young man who had given Jiang Liu the tangerines.
He had a rather clean-cut look.
"Brother Jiang, I’ll have ten ’three-delicacy’ buns, five egg and chive buns, and a bottle of juice."
Jiang Liu packed up his order and added two extra bottles of juice.
"Brother Jiang, you packed too many," the clean-cut young man said, swallowing hard.
Money was tight for him.
"Your tangerines were really good. These two bottles of juice are on me. Take them home and enjoy them."
"Really?!"
"Would I lie to you?"
The young man was ecstatic. He hurriedly took the juice. "Thank you, Brother Jiang! You’ll always be my big bro!"
"Next time my mom sends me tangerines, you’ll be the first person I bring them to."
"Sounds good." Jiang Liu smiled and nodded.
The customers behind him watched with envy.
"That lucky bastard. He actually got remembered by Boss Jiang. Man, if I could be Brother Jiang’s protégé, I could do whatever I want in South City, couldn’t I?"
"I’d like that too!" an older woman huffed.
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At 7:30, Wang Cheng came over with his wife and ordered a portion of ham and a plate of beef.
Jiang Liu set them up at the small table by the counter.
"Boss Jiang, at first I thought your ham was overpriced. But after one bite, I get it. This price is more than justified. Forget three thousand—I’d come here regularly even if it cost ten thousand. I’m not exaggerating!"
Wang Cheng’s taste buds were conquered by the fragrant, tender ham after just one slice.
It was unbelievably delicious!
He had heard about Jiang Liu’s new delicacy for a while now.
He had been too busy to come, but the moment he had some free time today, he rushed over with his wife to satisfy their craving.
"It’s not bad. I’m just glad everyone likes it."
Jiang Liu smiled, then suddenly remembered the issue with the storefront next door.
So he asked Wang Cheng for some advice.
Wang Cheng answered all his questions readily.
The two chatted for a bit, with Jiang Liu talking while he worked behind the counter.
After he finished eating, Wang Cheng stood up and grabbed his bag. "Well, I’m heading out, Boss Jiang. I’ll ask my mentor about this when I get back. Just let me handle it for you. It wouldn’t do for you to delay business just to buy the property."
Jiang Liu didn’t refuse.
’It’s best to leave professional matters to the professionals.’
Wang Cheng had helped him out a few times before and had always been reliable.
"Alright, I’ll leave it to you then, Lawyer Wang. Don’t worry about paying for this meal. Next time you come, dinner’s on me."
"I can’t do that. I have to pay what I owe."
As he spoke, Wang Cheng insisted on paying, tapping his card for five thousand yuan.
’Jiang Liu already did me a huge favor by letting me cut the line. It would be wrong of me to eat for free on top of that.’
"Goodbye, Uncle Wang."
"Goodbye, Tongtong."
Tongtong saw Wang Cheng out on her father’s behalf.
The customers outside couldn’t help but smile fondly at the sight.
"If I had a daughter that cute and well-behaved, I’d wake up laughing in my sleep. No, I’d be holding her tight even in my dreams!"
"Boss Jiang, can I fight you for custody of Tongtong?"
Jiang Liu chuckled and looked at the woman who had spoken. "That would depend on whether Tongtong wants to go with you."
"No way, no way! I don’t ever want to leave my daddy!"
Jiang Tongtong declared, hugging her father’s leg.
"Oh, what a shame." The woman looked at Tongtong with the same desire a customer had for his food.
She had never had children of her own and absolutely adored the little girl.
By 7:50 PM, everything had been sold out.
"Is everything sold out already, Brother Jiang?"
"All sold out. Try to come earlier next time."
Jin Wei smacked his lips in disappointment. He’d logged off at six o’clock to come over.
He hadn’t expected to still miss out.
He hadn’t had any in days, and the craving was intense!
The last group of customers left the shop.
Before leaving, they even took the initiative to wipe down their tables for Jiang Liu.
They also took their trash with them.
"We’re leaving, Boss Jiang! We cleaned up our trash. You can’t ever leave Yangzhai Street, you hear?"
"Brother Jiang, will there be any new dishes for lunch?" Yang Tuoyang asked, holding a bottle of craft beer.
She was taking it home specifically for her dad.
She had brought a bottle home for him yesterday, and he had sung its praises.
Jiang Liu shook his head. "Not for now. We’ll see."
Just then, Xia Changzhi strode in, his hands clasped behind his back, and called out brazenly:
"Boss Jiang, busy as always! All sold out, are we?"
"That’s right, all sold out."
"Right. I was just taking a walk. So, how did your talk with Landlord Zhang from next door go? Want me to call him over so Wang Cheng and I can have a chat with him for you?"
Xia Changzhi asked, his face full of anticipation.
He genuinely wanted to be of more help to Jiang Liu.
Jiang Liu had already added Landlord Zhang on WeChat thanks to Xia Changzhi’s recommendation, but they hadn’t spoken yet.
Jiang Liu smiled and said,
"No need. I spoke with Wang Cheng today. He’s already added Landlord Zhang on WeChat, so I’m just going to let him handle it."
"Ah, okay. That kid Wang Cheng really knows his stuff when it comes to negotiations... Well, if there’s nothing else, I’ll be heading back then?"
Xia Changzhi looked a little disappointed.
Just as he was about to leave, Jiang Liu stopped him. "Leaving already? I saved some tuna sashimi for you. Want some?"
He could tell that while Xia Changzhi’s words said he was leaving, his stomach had other ideas.
"You saved tuna sashimi for me?!" Xia Changzhi immediately turned back, excited. "I’ll have some, then. No, wait! Bring me as much as you’ve got!"
"Boss Jiang, I love every single thing you make."
Xia Changzhi felt like he was being doted on.
’Helping Boss Jiang really paid off,’ he thought. ’I have to find more ways to help him in the future!’
"Alright, enough with the flattery. Have a seat, I’ll get it ready for you."
"Haha, thanks for the trouble."
Xia Changzhi grabbed a pair of disposable chopsticks, fully prepared.
Before long, the sashimi was served, along with two bottles of craft beer and a small plate of stir-fried eggs with green peppers.
Jiang Liu sat down with Xia Changzhi to chat.
Xia Changzhi was scrolling through his phone as he ate. He grinned and said, "Boss Jiang, everyone’s praising you in our group chat again."
"Praising me? What for?"
"Because of your food, of course! Especially today’s steamed egg custard. It was cheap and delicious. Everyone’s saying you’re a blessing to Yangzhai Street, and they hope you’ll come up with even more new dishes for us all to try."