Chapter 1897 - 1899: The Banquet Begins

Chapter 1897: Chapter 1899: The Banquet Begins

The Yang Family’s feast is quite different from those held by other villagers for happy events.

It’s not inferior to those of the big families in the town or county, especially with Li Fugui, a high-level chef, involved—how can it not be surprising?

As dish after dish was placed on the table, everyone was so amazed their jaws almost dropped.

Even more astonishing were the enchanting names of the dishes, which sounded like the signature dishes of a restaurant.

"Fortune Lasts Long, Spring Heralds Together, Golden Ground, Beautiful as Fish and Geese, Jade Fills the Garden..."

Many of the dishes were presented with artistic design, and upon inspection, each plate was abundant in quantity. Not to mention, the most irresistible part was the fragrant aroma, enticing everyone’s appetites.

Those who had visited a restaurant in the town before even said, "These are signature dishes from Yuelai Restaurant."

"Some of these dishes at Yuelai Restaurant cost several ounces of Silver."

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Upon hearing this, those at the feast were even more surprised, each pondering whether the little amount of gift money they offered was enough.

Once all the dishes were served, the hosts called out, "Everyone, please don’t be shy. The Yang Family’s food is plentiful. There’s a large pot of white rice over there, help yourselves, and hurry down once you’re done; others are waiting for the second round."

Usually, hosts have to remind guests not to take anything away after eating, but seeing how splendid the Yang Family’s feast was, leaving it unfinished was unlikely, so the host didn’t need to mention it this time, only calling out, "Let’s start."

Everyone dug in, eager to taste the dishes usually only found in restaurants.

The Yang Family isn’t stingy either; they invited not just one member from each household but almost the whole family, truly allowing everyone to eat to their heart’s content.

"This fish is really delicious."

"This meat is good."

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On the women’s and children’s table, such praises kept echoing.

For the men, a meal isn’t complete without liquor. A feast without it means poor hospitality, so the Yang Family certainly prepared some, hoisting wine jars from the town’s unique winery onto the table.

Those who knew their stuff immediately remarked, "This is wine from the Bai Family winery in town."

Many had never tasted it, but they’d heard of the Bai Family winery’s reputation. The Yang Family’s feast was indeed extravagant.

Smelling the aroma of the wine, everyone couldn’t help but lick their lips.

They all praised it endlessly after tasting it.

"Great wine, great wine."

"Today’s visit was truly worth it."

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The Yang Family members were busy too, weaving between each table while everyone ate, checking to see if anyone needed anything, especially at the men’s tables, sometimes joining for a drink to show their acceptance of the celebration.

Seeing Yang Qiu bustling around, looking clean and fresh, some curious ladies chirped, "Yang Qiu, Auntie hears many matchmakers came to your home discussing matches; how’s that going? Any news?"

Facing the villagers’ inquiries, Yang Qiu couldn’t just respond rudely, so she smiled and replied, "Not yet."

The lady, seeing Yang Qiu responding, continued the conversation, "How come there’s no news yet? Didn’t many matchmakers visit? Haven’t you found anyone suitable from all those yet?"

Yang Qiu replied somewhat awkwardly, "Well, none are quite suitable."