I sell hot pot in Dasong [farming]

Bai Ye dug a hole for Xiao Guo.

If he really nodded, Bai Ye would then say that it is not convenient for him to be transferred to Bailou for the time being, and let him continue to stay in the hot pot restaurant until the next year.And during this period of time, it was an opportunity for him to steal prescriptions and make troubles.

Bai Ye was sure that Xiao Guo would agree.

Because, those gossip about Xiao Guo and the employees' dissatisfaction with Xiao Guo were all deliberately instigated by him.He thought that a person in trouble would not refuse such a big temptation from Bailou.

However, he was wrong.

Not everyone is like him, who only uses profit and loss to measure whether it is worth it.

Xiao Guo clasped his fists and said firmly: "Thank you for the kindness of Guan Bai. The Guilou family has a great career, and I am afraid that the boy will not be able to do it."

Bai Ye thought that he was worried, and said: "Don't worry that Si Xiaodong's family will hold grudges, I will find a suitable opportunity and ask him for you."

As soon as these words came out, Xiao Guo became more certain of his choice—people like Bai Ye can treat people like objects in an understatement.

Simon would not.

At the beginning, he "redeemed" these beggars from the Kaifeng government office to the hot pot restaurant, and he didn't even sign the contract of sale, but only signed an employment contract.

Sinan has the confidence to keep them with generous treatment and enough respect.

Xiao Guo smiled and said: "It is the greatest blessing of Guo's life to meet his boss and enter a hot pot restaurant."

——He didn't use the modesty anymore.

After speaking, he left gracefully.

It was still an old alley, still quiet and deserted. This time, what Xiao Guo felt was not exhaustion and loneliness, but a sense of pride.

He felt that he was really awesome!

Not only did he reject Bai Ye, but he also spoke to him as an equal, just like what the host taught, people are equal in nature, you can be polite, you don't have to be humble.

At this moment, Xiao Guo was extremely honored in his heart.

The staff dormitory is not far from Yutang Lane. It is a "low-rent housing" built by the government. It is a huge courtyard house and only needs a consistent amount of money every month.

A young man like Xiao Guo, who has no wife or children, puts a bunk in Datong and lives in as many people as he wants.

Of course, Sinan wouldn't pick things up like this, not only limited the number of people in each house, but also hired a mother-in-law for them to do laundry and sweep the yard.

Speaking of it, it was not easy for this mother-in-law, she lost her wife early on, and her only son was brought up with great difficulty, but was killed by a private salt dealer, and her daughter-in-law ran away with others, leaving her alone as an old woman.

Since the opening of the hot pot restaurant, when old people and children are resting in front of the door, Sinan will send two snacks.

This mother-in-law surnamed Yuan is neither treacherous nor greedy, she just comes here once in a while, and she is so hungry every time.

Si Nan noticed and hired her.

Now, Granny Yuan, like the employees in the store, includes two meals and gets paid, not to mention working hard.Being with a group of energetic young people all day, my heart is also brightened.

When Xiao Guo went back, it was Granny Yuan who opened the door for him.

Smelling the smell of alcohol on his body, Granny Yuan quickly brought him a bowl of hot soup, and said with concern: "I've never seen you drink alcohol before, why are you so indulgent today?"

Among these people, Granny Yuan loves Xiao Guo the most, not only because he has no father or mother, but also because this kid is benevolent and righteous. If you give him one point, he will return two points.

After Xiao Guo drank the soup, he smiled at Granny Yuan, "I had something on my mind, but I've already figured it out."

Granny Yuan patted him, "Just figure it out. In this peaceful and prosperous world, nothing is more important than anything else? You young people, don't keep thinking about things, just stretch out your hands, move your feet, and you're done."

"Yes, mother-in-law, please rest quickly, I'll go and see what those boys are playing, they are loud and mean."

"Playing cards, the slap when you lose, the slap, it's really..."

The mother-in-law nagged a few more words, and Xiao Guo listened patiently until she finished speaking, then turned and entered the south room.

When the boys playing cards saw him, they opened their mouths, probably to say hello, but they didn't say anything.

Xiao Guo took the initiative to speak: "It's getting late, pack up and rest quickly, tomorrow's Baiwei competition, nothing can go wrong."

The boys looked at each other, pulled the bamboo cards in their hands to the corner of the kang, pulled the bedroll, and fell asleep.

Xiao Guo was more particular than them. He washed his face, washed his feet, swept the kang, blew on the lamp, and then lay down peacefully.

It was the end of the month, and the moon hung crookedly over the treetops, casting silver frost on the kang.It was rare to find some silence, no snoring or bragging.

Maybe Xiao Guo's frankness had an effect, someone suddenly said: "I'm sorry these days."

——Sinan scolded them today and woke them up.Looking back, it was indeed true that Xiao Guo's behavior was always in their eyes, and it was impossible for him to suddenly turn bad.

"Grandpa, are you sour?" Xiao Guo said disgusting words, but his tone was brisk.

The boys followed suit—

"Grass! Sleep and sleep."

"Come on tomorrow, let our boss come out on top."

"Tch, it sounds like you are very important, and you can still come out on top without your boss."

"..."

In the darkness, Xiao Guo hooked the corners of his mouth.

After strengthening my heart, my whole body is relaxed and full of strength.

The next day, he took the initiative to find Yu Sanniang and said: "I will keep an eye on you. If you are not good for the hot pot restaurant, even if the owner protects you, I will not let you go."

Yu Sanniang smiled all over her face, "Yes, yes, please do this."

Come on, hold on!

A bright future is waving to you!

Xiao Guo... was speechless.

***

The location of the Baiwei Competition was chosen in Qionglin Garden.

There are both pavilions and open spaces in the garden, which are convenient for supporting screens and setting up pots and stoves.

The reason why there is a Jinshi admission-like treatment is because this time the officials of the Baiwei competition and the empresses and ladies of the harem will also come.

Every contestant put in all their strength to show off their skills and make a future for their shop.

There are many shops and judges participating this time. There are a total of twenty people, including men and women, old people and children, officials, scholars, ordinary people, and porters at the docks.

The most interesting thing is that these civilian referees are temporarily picked up by the Ministry of Rites on the street, dozens of them are picked up at one go, and it is not until the scoring time that they draw lots to determine which people's scores are valid.

In this way, even if someone wants to bribe in advance, it will not work.

——This is the tradition of the Baiwei Competition, for the selected dishes are "eatable by everyone in the world", not just for the royal family.

Sinan felt that the person who created this event was definitely a person with a heart for all people. This kind of sentiment is exactly the temperature of the Song Dynasty. It may not be famous in history, but it will definitely be talked about by the people of the time.

The school is closed for bathing, and the children are here.

This time they didn't come to play, but to work.

The little guys wore handsome blue and white uniforms, with big smiling faces, and set up bamboo tables, bamboo chairs, cups, plates and chopsticks in front of their sheds, waiting for the referees to come and taste them.

Before the game started, Sinan was counting the ingredients in the shed when he saw Tang Xuan walking over with a young boy.

The young man was only ten years old, with sparse eyebrows and bright eyes, and an extraordinary bearing. He was dressed in a straight silver-white long gown, his hair was combed meticulously, and his black soap boots were spotless.

Si Nan couldn't help straightening his back.

The children unanimously put down the work in their hands and stared straight at it—they had never seen such outstanding peers, like great big shots!

And indeed an amazing character.

Tang Xuan introduced: "This is the eldest son of Brother Shisan and Sister Taotao, nicknamed Zhongzhen." Si Nan's knees softened——

His Majesty the future emperor!

The famous Song Shenzong!

The little man above his head danced wildly in circles, begging for a handshake, a group photo, and an autograph...actually, he tried his best to pretend to be calm, and said hello respectfully.

Zhao Zhongzhen returned a junior gift, "Mother said that Uncle Xuan has made a friend, and Zhongzhen came to see him."

Si Nan was more surprised than happy, and secretly winked at Tang Xuan.

Tang Xuan was quite satisfied, and touched Zhao Zhongzhen's small head.

Zhao Zhongzhen was only eleven years old. Like a little adult, he glanced at him helplessly, and then cupped his fists at the youngsters, "The Mid-Autumn Palace Banquet, I was blocked by the rain, so I couldn't return to Beijing in time. Fortunately, all of you were here with me." Side by side, Zhongzhen is here to thank you."

The children had long been startled by his demeanor, and were dumbfounded without reacting.Fortunately, Sinan often taught him on weekdays, so the little guys did not lose their manners and bowed respectfully.

Zhao Zhongzhen's eyes flickered slightly.

Mother was right. Although these children were once beggars, they were all well-behaved and not at all unrefined.

Especially the young one in front, with clear eyes and a calm expression, no worse than some sons of aristocratic families.

When he looked at the cub, the cub was also looking at him.

The little guy raised his head and asked in a sticky voice, "Is Mr. Xiao Lang the referee of the Baiwei competition?"

Zhao Zhongzhen nodded.

Xiao Zai smiled sweetly, and whispered: "Then will you vote for our family? The hot pot restaurant is half as big as the king of the county!"

Zhao Zhongzhen frowned, and said solemnly: "I will judge fairly and give the brand to those who deserve it. I believe that Si Xiaodong's family also hopes the same."

Xiao Zai blinked, a little ashamed, and quietly grabbed Sinan's clothes.

Sinan laughed, as expected of the future Shenzong, really... Straight.

But he is not stupid, but knows how to be flexible.Seeing that the cub seemed to be blushing, Zhao Zhongzhen tactfully coaxed: "I heard from Uncle Xuan that you want to study at Ruoshui Academy?"

When he mentioned what he was most looking forward to, Xiao Zai immediately became lively, with little stars shining in his eyes, "I will be able to take the entrance examination next month. Xu Shanzhang said that as long as I pass the examination, I will be able to pass."

Zhao Zhongzhen nodded, "Very good."

The surface is reserved, but the inner drama is very rich——

This little guy is studious.

No wonder my mother would boast.

After he studies in Ruoshui Academy for a few years, if his character is really good, choose him as your companion!

After talking for a while, I heard the beating of the gong, and the game began.

Tang Xuan and Zhao Zhongzhen returned to the water pavilion, and the children also got ready nervously.

Si Nan was calm, and after discussing with Chef Jiang, he calmly started cooking.

What they want to do is a famous dish in Kaifeng - carp baked noodles.

This dish became famous in the Qing Dynasty. When the Empress Dowager Cixi visited Kaifeng, she praised it repeatedly after tasting it, and the carp baked noodles became famous ever since.

Sinan learned it from his grandfather. Grandpa is a master at cooking fish, and almost ramen noodles. So far, Sinan hasn't learned how to ramen.Fortunately, he met Chef Jiang who is the best at ramen, and the two happened to cooperate.

The fish is the authentic Yellow River carp, which is about half a catty long and weighs one and a half catties. The scales and gills are removed, and the body of the fish is cut open with a very thin knife.

Every time he thickens the cornstarch, Sinan will feel an inexplicable joy.

Looking at the thick gorgon juice bubbling, it seemed as if he had returned to his childhood, when he sat on a ponytail and waited at the door of the kitchen, and asked "Is it ready?" Grandpa always smiled and replied: "Count one more One hundred counts, you can eat after counting one hundred."

Si Nan smiled and silently counted to a hundred.

Chef Jiang said: "Si Xiaodong's family, is the fish ready?"

Si Nan withdrew his thoughts and replied with a smile: "It will be done soon."

"Then I'm down?"

"Well, as we said, half and half."

"Okay!" Chef Jiang turned over his hands, put one ball of noodles into the oil pan, and put the other ball on the drawer, fried on low heat, and steamed on high heat.

The noodles are fried quickly, and when they turn slightly golden brown, they are immediately taken out.

Si Nan also fished the fish into the long dish.

Chef Jiang looked at the right timing and spread the dragon whiskers noodles on the fish carefully and quickly.

The modern carp baked noodle is to put the fish on its side, and the dragon beard noodles are long strips, which are neatly covered on the fish.

Sinan made improvements. When frying the fish, he intentionally made a shape. The body of the fish is lying on its stomach, a bit like a squirrel mandarin fish. The fish seems to come alive all of a sudden by pouring it layer by layer.

Someone exclaimed: "Hey, it looks like a 'carp leaping over the dragon's gate'!"

Si Nan replied with a smile: "Lang Jun has good eyesight, that's the name."

The other party was praised and held the hand with a smile.

This little episode made many referees notice Sinan's side. Zhao Lingxi ran over purposely, took a sip, and nodded repeatedly.

She was originally fond of food, especially when Tang Xuan and Di Yong teamed up to trick her recently. In order to appease her bad mood, she determined to eat all over Bianjing City.

Zhao Lingxi had complicated feelings towards Si Nan, she still liked his face, but when she thought of him snoring, grinding teeth, farting, and throwing stinky socks, she couldn't like him at all.

However, after just one bite of the fish, he was shaken again.For a little fairy who can make such delicacies, it doesn't matter even if he snores and grinds his teeth, right?

Fan Xuan'er also came over, proudly, "Fried fish needs oil, do you think ordinary people can afford it?"

Sinan snapped his fingers, "So, there is another way."

Chef Jiang brought the cage drawer over, and Sinan swung it with a long spoon, and poured the gravy on it.Two fishes, one fried and one steamed, paired together, one gold and one silver, looks pretty.

Si Nan smiled and said, "If you like oily meat, you can eat fried food. If you have a weak stomach, you can eat steamed food. You can eat two fish with one fish. You can do whatever you want."

There was a scholar next to him, clapping his hands and praising him: "You can do whatever you want! I saw that these two fish, one gold and one silver, can be paired into a dish, so it's called..."

"The weather is good." Sinan said with a smile.

Fan Xuaner picked a thorn in the side: "'Carp Dragon Leaping over the Dragon's Gate' is barely plausible, but 'good weather' is too far-fetched."

Zhao Lingxi choked: "How far-fetched? Don't you want the country to live in peace and the people to live in peace?"

Fan Xuan'er choked and was ashamed, and asked Di Yong for help in a coquettish voice, "Second Cousin, County Lord Yong'an misunderstood Xuan'er..."

Di Yong didn't even look at her, just looked at Zhao Lingxi with a smile, "If you misunderstand, just misunderstand, who told her to be your sister-in-law."

"Nonsense, I'm not!" Zhao Lingxi frowned.

Di Yong smirked, "Success, it's all up to you."

Zhao Lingxi: ...

Turning around, I picked up a large piece of steamed fish, turning grief and anger into appetite.

The scholar's reaction was half a beat slow, and suddenly said: "Wonderful! Look, everyone, of these two fish, one is deep-fried, as if swimming against the wind, and the other is steamed, as if swimming against the water. !"

"I also think it's very good." Zhao Zhen didn't know when he came, followed by a group of people.

Tang Xuan gave Sinan a reassuring look.

Si Nan bent his eyes and blinked.

The petty actions of the two people were all noticed by people.

The empress looked down on her a hundred times, and she planned to tell the officials when she turned around that she had to take care of it, so that Tang Xuan would not disturb the whole royal family's face.

Si Nan cleverly brought the topic back to the dishes: "These two fish are fried crispy and delicious, and steamed fresh and tender. They are eaten by noble families, ordinary families, young and strong. The old and weak with spleen deficiency can also eat it."

Just in line with the theme of the Baiwei Competition-everything in the world can be eaten.

Zhao Zhen really didn't want Si Nan to be too proud.

This kid is either too smart, or he really cares about all people, what he says and what he does can always poke into his heart.

Ugh!

No wonder Xuan'er likes it.

Zhao Zhen resisted without saying a word of praise, just nodded lightly, and went to the next house.

Before Tang Xuan left, he squeezed Sinan's hand quietly, and Sinan tugged at his sleeve as if returning the courtesy.

The queen saw it so suddenly that she couldn't see it.

The two of you pinched me and I pulled you like no one else was there. They were so childish, yet so sweet that they stuck to your teeth.

In the end, it was Zhao Zhongzhen, the young boy who pulled Tang Xuan away.

The rest of the referees stayed at Sinan's booth, appraising them carefully, leaving a sign if they liked it, and walking away if they didn't like it.

Many civilians have left signs, not because of carp baked noodles, but because of a noodle dish made with two beans - "Cai Mang".

Caimang is a folk snack in Henan. The thin and transparent dough is a bit like rice rolls in Cantonese cuisine, and the chubby and wrinkled shape is a bit like caterpillar bread. The dough is wrapped with thick fillings, including leeks, eggs, and fungus. , Small diced meat.

There are no carrots and vermicelli at this time, otherwise it will taste better if some are mixed in.

Sinan learned this snack from his grandma. When he was young, every time grandma steamed it, he could eat a whole one.

Erdou is very shy in life, and rarely talks to outsiders except his family members. However, when it comes to food, he seems to have changed, as if he has endless words.

One of the referees, a peasant woman, casually asked how to make this snack, and wanted to go home and make it for her grandson.Erdou spoke in detail, without hiding anything.

The rest of the contestants were both surprised and secretly admired.

As expected of an apprentice taught by Si Xiaodong's family, open and bright!

With "smooth weather", Sinan won the single first place without any surprise.

Although Cai Mang was not selected as one of the top ten "court dishes", the practice spread throughout the arena, and many people came to express their thanks to Er Dou.

Erdou turned into a small gourd with a sawed mouth again, and hid behind Sinan embarrassedly.

Both dishes won a lot of wooden cards and contributed a lot of points to Wuwei Club. At the final summary, Bianjing Wuwei Club unexpectedly won the first place in the group.

Everyone was so happy, this is the first time they won the first place!

It is really ashamed to say that, as the host, Bianjing Wuwei Club loses to Nanjing Wuwei Club every year.

After all, the food in Jiangling is rich, the diners are delicious, and the cooks love to study, and their level is much higher than other places.

Unexpectedly, this year was overwhelmed by the Bianjing Wuwei Club.

Everyone thought it was due to Sinan.

When the individual award was presented, it was Erdou who came to the stage to receive it.Sinan originally wanted to invite Chef Jiang, but Chef Jiang refused in every possible way, and finally pushed Erdou up.

The ten award-winning chefs are either highly respected or have been famous for a long time. Only Erdou and Xiaodou Ding are sandwiched in it, which makes people both surprised and moved.

Such a brat, who didn't even become a serious apprentice elsewhere, is able to cook in a hot pot restaurant. I don't know how many people envy him.

After the individual award was over, it was the group award. Bai Ye put away her fan and straightened her clothes. Just as she was about to get up, she heard someone next to her yelling: "Si Xiaodong, it's your turn. This time, don't think about pushing it anymore!"

——Tang Xuan was already waiting on the stage holding the silver tray.

Si Nan smiled and ran up bumpily.

I really can't be more modest, I can't give up my boyfriend to others!

Tang Xuan read his congratulatory speech seriously, Si Nan looked at him with a smile, and coaxed loudly from below, and some people looked at Zhao Lingxi and Di Yong with great interest.

They have not forgotten the "green hat" incident that happened not long ago.At this time, the four of them got together, why didn't they fight?

Zhao Lingxi really wanted to fight.

She finally understood that Si Nan didn't fall in love with her at all, and Tang Xuan didn't agree to marry her, everything was their conspiracy!

When she pretended to be sick, she clearly said that she liked Sinan, why did Mrs. Dingguo send a betrothal gift when her father went to the palace? If everything was a coincidence, she wouldn't believe it even if she was killed!

Zhao Lingxi stepped on Di Yong angrily.

Di Yong sent the other foot out, "Have you enjoyed it? Not enough to continue stepping on."

Zhao Lingxi... was furious.

Bai Ye is about to explode.

He closed his eyes, tried his best to calm his emotions, and resumed his usual smile when he opened them again.

The maid beside her shuddered.

Whenever Bai Ye showed such an expression, he was trying to plot against someone.

Sure enough, the next moment, Bai Ye gestured to Fan Xuan'er.

Fan Xuan'er had been paying attention to his side for a long time, for fear that he would change his mind, and finally received the secret signal, her heart burst into ecstasy.

At the moment when Si Nan received the prize, Fan Xuan'er suddenly stood up and raised her voice, "I want to report to the officials, I want to report—the seasoning used in Si's Hot Pot Restaurant contains private salt sold by the Liao people!"

As soon as these words came out, everyone was shocked.

Private salt sold by Liao people?

If true, it is treason!