Chapter 195 Ju Mingxuan Teahouse

After entering the county town, Chen Wanbai made some inquiries and found Jumingxuan.

Although Qingshi Town is a big town, it is still inferior compared to the county seat.

In the town, it was called a teahouse, but in the county town, it was upgraded to a teahouse. I don’t know what it will be like in the capital.

Chen Wanbai stood in front of the Jumingxuan Tea House, looking up at the two-story building. Although it is also a two-story building, compared to the Jumingxuan in front of you, Qingya Teahouse is like a rough red brick house in the countryside to a large villa with fine decoration and ceramic tiles.

Although they are both two floors, they seem to be thousands of miles apart.

The door of the tea house is spacious and grand. The vermilion door frame is carved with exquisite patterns, and there are stone lions standing on both sides of the door.

There is an ebony plaque hanging on the lintel, which reads "Ju Ming Xuan" in three vigorous and powerful characters. The font is full and powerful. A pair of big red lanterns hung under the plaque. The bright red color was particularly eye-catching under the gloomy sky.

The steps in front of the door are paved with flat bluestones, clean and tidy.

At this time, guests were constantly coming in and out of the teahouse, and some were followed by waiters, which was very lively.

Chen Wanbai walked into the teahouse. As soon as he entered, he was immediately surrounded by the strong aroma of tea. The chill in his body was also dispelled by the warmth at this moment, which was in sharp contrast to the cold outside.

The lobby is spacious and bright, with lighted lanterns hung on the roof beams and pillars supporting the house, illuminating the entire space.

The tables and chairs were arranged neatly, and the guests were in small groups, chatting and laughing, or sipping tea. The waiters shuttled among them, busy and orderly.

Before Chen Wanbai could look around the teahouse, a waiter came up to him. The waiter wore a soap-colored headscarf, a dark brown cross-collar narrow-sleeved shirt and small-mouthed trousers, and looked very capable.

He smiled and asked respectfully: "This guest, is this your first time here? Where do you want to sit? We have a lobby and private rooms here. You can choose from upstairs or downstairs. "

Chen Wanbai was stunned for a moment, and couldn't help but think to himself, this guy is really good-looking, with delicate features and delicate features. Could it be that the waiters in the county are of higher quality than those in the town?

Seeing that she did not respond immediately, the clerk quickly added: "Sir, if this is your first time here, the atmosphere in our lobby is lively. But if you want to experience a more elegant environment, I suggest you go to the second hotel. Floor. We also have ventriloquists on the second floor, the sound is clear and the experience is better."

Chen Wanbai came back to his senses and said with a smile: "I came to see Shopkeeper Xiong. I didn't know he was there. Aren't you here?"

When the waiter heard this, he replied: "I wonder what the guest has to do with our shopkeeper?"

"I was introduced by shopkeeper Li of Qingshi Town. I have something important to do. "Shang."

Chen Wanbai also knows that you can't just come and ask the shopkeeper to meet him.The shopkeeper must not die from exhaustion.

After hearing this, the clerk nodded and responded politely: "Okay, Sir, if it's inconvenient here, please follow me to the rear."

After saying that, he did The gesture of invitation led Chen Wanbai around the teahouse lobby and behind an embroidered cotton screen.

"Sir, please sit here for a while, and I'll go and ask the shopkeeper."

Chen Wanbai nodded: "Then you'll have a hard time."

Just as Chen Wanbai sat down, another boy wearing a headscarf came over carrying a pot of tea.

"Sir, please take a sip of hot tea first to keep yourself warm in this winter." The waiter smiled, picked up the upside-down teacup from the tea tray on the table, and poured a cup gently.

Chen Wanbai was about to say that he had not ordered tea, but the waiter explained first: "Sir, this is your first time here, and you don't know the rules of our teahouse. You are a guest when you enter, and you have a hot cup of tea." Tea is here to warm you up."

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Chen Wanbai asked slightly curiously: "Then you won't lose money by delivering tea like this?"

The waiter smiled: "Sir, this is not just to make the guests feel welcome. Feeling warm in the cold winter is also the traditional way of hospitality in our teahouse."

He scratched his head again, a little embarrassed: "And this is not very good tea, just an ordinary cup of tea. ”

Chen Wanbai glanced at the tea cup. There was foam in the tea, which was obviously made from the dregs of tea leaves. Although it is not the best tea, a cup of hot tea still makes people feel extra warm on this cold winter day.

She thought to herself that Shopkeeper Li’s family was really good at doing business. Whether it was service or hospitality, their attentiveness and thoughtfulness were reflected in all aspects.

At first, although I was neatly dressed, I could tell at a glance that I was not a rich person. But the waiters at Qingya Tea House did not hesitate and treated me warmly.

When we arrived at Jumingxuan, it was the same. No matter which clerk, there was no snobbery.

At this moment, the previous clerk came over behind a middle-aged man. Chen Wanbai guessed that it should be Shopkeeper Xiong.

Because he looks somewhat similar to Shopkeeper Li, but he looks more wealthy.

Wearing a dark blue robe, the skirt and cuffs are embroidered with fine cloud patterns. There was a dark green belt tied around his waist, with several tassels hanging from the belt, swaying slightly as he walked. He also wore a dark round hat on his head, with a few pearls on the hat, which was slightly gorgeous.

Shopkeeper Xiong walked up to Chen Wanbai with a smile and said in a gentle tone: "You must be the one shopkeeper Li mentioned. I kept you waiting. I wonder what you want to discuss with me?"

Shopkeeper Li asked someone to tell him that there was a surprise, but he didn’tExplain what. Now that I see him, it should be this little brother.

Chen Wanbai stood up and responded with a smile: "I have a few pastry recipes in my hand. Shopkeeper Li asked me to come to you to discuss business."

Shopkeeper Xiong gave a slight smile. He was stunned, and then a more enthusiastic smile appeared on his face: "I see, you are neglecting me. Please follow me, and we will go to the study room to discuss in detail."

He was very excited in his heart, and he was indeed a reliable cousin of the Li family. Some. Although the relationship is on two levels, it is much better than that of my own brother.

The new year is approaching and it’s time to settle the accounts. Everyone is working hard to make more money so that they can get the opportunity to open another branch next year.

Now the cousin of the Li family has sent a new pastry recipe, which must be good. Are you afraid that you won’t be able to win against that boy Xiong Su?

Shopkeeper Xiong took Chen Wanbai to the second floor, walked through the corridor, and walked to the innermost room. That was his study room in the teahouse.

The layout of the study room is different from that of Shopkeeper Li, showing wealth.

The furniture is made of fine huanghuali wood and is carefully crafted. There are several landscape paintings hanging on the wall, which are very elegant.

Tsk tsk tsk, this is a nouveau riche.

"Sit down." Shopkeeper Xiong motioned Chen Wanbai to sit down on one side of the Luohan bed, while he sat down on the opposite side. "Since Shopkeeper Li asked you to come, there must be no problem with the recipe, and I won't look for it either." People are here to see it."

Chen Wanbai first took out a bamboo lunch box from the cloth bag, placed it on the Kang table, and pushed it in front of Shopkeeper Xiong.

"Shopkeeper Xiong, you have to inspect the goods. This is the finished product I made, you can try it."

Shopkeeper Xiong looked at the small box in front of him, his eyes filled with emotion. There was a flash of surprise. This bamboo lunch box is exquisitely crafted and very delicate. He fumbled for a moment, then opened the lid of the box, which was covered with a banana leaf.

He opened the banana leaf with a little curiosity, and his eyes suddenly lit up - there were eight exquisite pastries neatly placed in the box.