Chapter 1620

Early in the morning, Chairman Zhou called Yuan Zhou and told him the time and place of the transaction.

As mentioned before, the ancient books and prescriptions had to be handed over personally in case of any damage during the transportation. Therefore, Yuan Zhou didn’t think it was a big deal.

To be honest, 90% of the people in the real world had never seen any ancient books about cooking.

[Transaction Time: 3:30 in the afternoon]

[Location of transaction: a café called “drunken dream” at Chengdu North Station.]

“The time and place are just what I wanted. I don’t have to take leave now, but it’s going a little too smoothly.”

Yuan Zhou muttered to himself, but he didn’t continue to think about it. After all, no one would complain about his good luck.

After he finished practicing his knife skills in the afternoon and the green Chef society’s observation group left, Yuan Zhou went to the drunken dream café.

As the middleman, Zhong Lili arrived at the place ahead of time. Naturally, this was arranged by Zhou Shijie. He asked Zhong Lili to solve the cumbersome things and the small problems that could be solved first.

Yuan Zhou walked into the café and looked around. The first person he saw was Zhong Lili, who was dressed in a gray professional suit. He walked over and greeted her.

Then, Yuan Zhou asked,”they haven’t arrived yet?”

With a strange expression, Zhong Lili called,””Take a seat first.”

After Yuan Zhou sat down, Zhong Lili organized her words and said,””They’re all here, but the waiter said they had something urgent to attend to and asked the shop owner to keep their things. ”

While saying that, Zhong Lili pushed the exquisite black bag beside her to Yuan Zhou.

The small black bag was full. Yuan Zhou opened it and peeked inside. The ancient book with a sense of history was lying quietly inside. There were also 17 ancient books on recipes and seven ancient recipes that were placed quietly.

“Sure, this is very domineering.” Yuan Zhou pulled himself together. There were a lot of questions here, so he said,”I remember uncle Zhou told me yesterday that there were five people who wanted to sell their books. Even if all five of them knew each other, they all had something urgent to attend to, so they put the books together. But I haven’t paid for them yet. Are you really that assured?”

“They said that they believe in the reputation of the chef’s Association, so they asked you to transfer the money to their respective accounts after you confirm it, boss Yuan,” said Zhong Lili.

It was totally unconvincing. Even Zhong Lili herself didn’t believe it. How could it be done in such a way? however, it really happened, so she had a strange expression on her face.

“I think I have a rough idea of what’s going on,” Yuan Zhou made some connections and thought for a while seriously.

Zhong Lili couldn’t figure it out, so she asked directly,””What’s going on?”

Yuan Zhou didn’t answer her but said directly,”then, Secretary Zhong, give me the five card numbers.”

The prices and everything else had already been confirmed. Zhong Lili then sent the five people’s accounts to Yuan Zhou by text message.

It was too convenient now. Yuan Zhou transferred the money to the five people on the spot and then said,””I’ll have to trouble uncle Zhou and Secretary Zhong this time. ”

“It’s no trouble at all. That’s my job,”Zhong Lili said.

Although she was still very curious about the deal, she didn’t ask further since Yuan Zhou didn’t say anything.

Yuan Zhou picked up the small black bag with both hands and carried it carefully.

Zhong Lili drove Yuan Zhou back to the restaurant on Taoxi road.

Yuan Zhou had originally wanted to take a taxi by himself as he didn’t want to trouble others, but Zhong Lili said it was on the way.

Actually, strictly speaking, as someone who had no sense of direction, Yuan Zhou didn’t know if Zhong Lili was telling the truth when she said that they were going the same way.

More than 20 minutes later, the car dropped Yuan Zhou off at the intersection of Taoxi road.

Yuan Zhou suppressed his desire to read these ancient books and recipes immediately. He first put them in the bedroom properly and prepared to read them during dinner time.

The most important thing now was to prepare the ingredients for dinner. Someone had made a reservation for the all-fish banquet today, and the reservation was made by Mr. Wei and Wei Wei, who hadn’t been here for a long time.

Mr. Wei had been promoted, so this was reserved as a promotion banquet. Of course, Mr. Wei had not been transferred out of the headquarters. The young lady, Wei Wei, was still smiling.

According to Mr. Wei, Wei Wei had recently taken a liking to badminton and even joined an amateur Badminton Club. Although she was training in badminton for disabled people, Wei Wei was very serious.

When it was time, there would be customers lining up. Yuan Zhou’s restaurant was never free.

While they were chatting, the Little Friends also began to chat among themselves.

“Boss Yuan, sorry to trouble you again today.” Zhang Ying was also here today.

He first greeted Yuan Zhou and then looked around the next second. The next sentence was,””Why didn’t Sister Jiang come?”

“Sister Jiang has an acquisition meeting these days, so she didn’t have time to come,” said master Cheng.

Jiang Changxi really had an aura. Cheng zhaomei was older than her in both age and seniority, but she still unconsciously followed everyone and called her sister Jiang.

“Oh, thank you, uncle Cheng.” Zhang Ying was Zhang SA’s daughter, and Zhang sa was of the same generation as master Cheng. Therefore, it was right to call him uncle.

Zhang Ying’s tone was a little low, obviously because she couldn’t see her idol.

“Eaves Wu, during the opening ceremony, can I receive the guests with you?” Zhou Xi said.

“I don’t receive guests. Jiawei is always the one who does this. You can ask him directly.” Wu Hai said weakly.

“Oh, I know. I’ll go ask Jiawei.” “Yes.” Zhou Xi nodded and then asked,”but eaves Wu, why do you look so weak today?”

“I’m going to Florencia for an event in a few days. ” Wu Hai sighed heavily, almost sighing after every three words. He said,””Jiawei said that we must go to this event.”

“Florencia, eaves Wu, are you talking about the peak meeting of the painting industry?” Zhou Xi asked in shock.

“I think it’s some kind of peak.” Wu Hai’s whole face drooped and he muttered to himself,””It’s going to take another week. I’m so desperate.”

Although he could sense the despair that came from the soul from Wu Hai’s expression and tone, it was still a peak meeting of the painting industry!

It was not an art exhibition, nor was it a personal exhibition. It was more like a Summit. Although it had only been in operation for 20 years, it had already become the most prestigious meeting in the world of art.

Wu Hai was the only yellow Chinese who was invited to attend this meeting.

In fact, if this meeting was held one or two decades earlier, there would definitely be some Chinese artists invited. However, it was only Wu Hai now.

It could be said that Wu Hai was recognized by the world and was the proof of a world-class painting expert. Therefore, Zheng Jiawei said that he must go.

With the violent suppression of Wu Lin, Wu Hai’s resistance was ineffective.

Zhou Xi was very excited. Of course, he was happy that his idol had such an achievement. However, Wu Hai looked like he had nothing to live for, so he couldn’t show his excitement. To put it simply, he had been holding it in very hard.

After adjusting his flustered mood, Zhou Xi began to comfort Wu Hai. However, it was useless no matter who consoled him.

Zhang Ying looked at Zhou Xi with envy. Although Zhou Xi seemed to be a Lackey, he could have such a close relationship with her idol.

In comparison, Zhang Ying could only have a few words with Jiang Changxi each time.

“Do you want to ask Zhou Xi for his experience?” Zhang Ying pondered the feasibility of this method in her heart.

“Fang Heng, what are you holding in your hand?” Mr. Wei noticed that Fang Heng was standing behind him, holding a small package.

Since Mr. Wei also knew how to draw the lottery, he was also a customer of the pub. Therefore, he was quite familiar with Fang Heng.

After all, a man’s friendship could be built on drinking at the table, even if it was by snatching wine.

“The bamboo liquor that our winery just brewed borrowed some of boss Yuan’s skills and we haven’t started selling it yet. Therefore, I came here to let you try it and also to thank you.” Fang Heng said.

The newly brewed bamboo liquor was still borrowed from boss Yuan’s technology and hadn’t been sold yet.

Three key points flashed through Mr. Wei’s mind. His eyes flashed for a moment, but he immediately calmed down.

“Boss Yuan is really like a treasure house. I remember man man also learned the skills of making desserts from boss Yuan. Therefore, man man’s cake shop has become a little famous in Chengdu. And now, you are here.” “Fang Heng, do you know what kind of cake man man brought to boss Yuan for the first time to thank him?” Mr. Wei suddenly changed the topic.

Fang Heng shook his head, indicating that he had no idea.

“It took man man a week to make it. It’s a three-layer cake, and she put in a lot of effort.” Mr. Wei said.

“Uh …” Fang Heng said,”three levels? How can one person play with it?”

Mr. Wei looked at Fang Heng as if he was a fool and said,””It’s not a matter of whether we can finish it or not. This is sincerity, do you understand? It’s an attitude. You have to show your attitude, understand?”

Fang Heng thought for a while and realized that it was true. He looked at the wine in his hand. As it was the first batch that had not been sold, there was no box for it. It was wrapped in a piece of rag, which seemed a little casual.

“Should I go back and pack it in a better box?” Fang Heng thought to himself. The more he thought about it, the more he felt that it should be so.

“I’ll pack it better next time and then give it to boss Yuan to try. ” Fang Heng hid the small bag behind him.

“Yes, that should be the case. However, there’s one thing I don’t know if I should say.” Mr. Wei’s face showed hesitation.

“Brother Wei, I’m listening.” Fang Heng said.

“Wouldn’t it be a little embarrassing if boss Yuan sees you taking a small bag to eat?” Mr. Wei said sincerely.

“Uh … I think so.” “Then I’ll take it back and put it there,” Fang Heng said.

“Then you’re not eating today?” Mr. Wei immediately asked.

It was a question that directly hit the soul. As Yuan Zhou’s restaurant didn’t allow empty seats and he had to line up in person, if Fang Heng went back to put something there, he would definitely have no food to eat when he came back.

“Then what should I do?” It was obvious that Fang Heng didn’t want to give up today’s delicacies.

“Don’t worry, I’ll help you think of a way. ” Mr. Wei said with a sense of loyalty.

After half a minute, Mr. Wei said,””Why don’t we temporarily store this bamboo liquor somewhere else? hmm … It doesn’t seem to be a good idea.”

“Like this.” “Give me the wine, I’ll keep it for you,” Mr. Wei said through gritted teeth.

Fang Heng hesitated.

“You know, I’m treating my colleagues to dinner today, so it’s normal to bring a bottle of wine.” “I’ll give it to you after dinner,”Mr. Wei said.

“Since today is a good day for brother Wei to be promoted, I’ll give this bottle of wine to brother Wei as a celebration.” Fang Heng said.

“That’s not very good. ” Mr. Wei hesitated.

“What’s not good about it? our winery isn’t on the market yet. Brother Wei, I hope you don’t think the gift is too light.” Fang Heng said.

“I’m very confident in the wine produced by your winery. ” Mr. Wei complimented.

Fang Heng couldn’t help but smile and then thanked her,””I have to thank brother Wei for today. If it wasn’t for brother Wei’s reminder, I wouldn’t have reacted.”

“It’s alright. We’re all friends.” Mr. Wei patted Fang Heng’s shoulder.

Wei Wei, who was in the front line and listened to the whole story, couldn’t help but cover her forehead. It started again.

After the dinner, Wu Hai invited Yuan Zhou to have fun Italy and paid all the expenses along the way. It sounded nice, but Yuan Zhou still refused him ruthlessly.

Wu Hai left helplessly. It still didn’t rain today. Under Wang Hong’s resentful eyes, the pub started its business.

Yuan Zhou didn’t go to the ranch tonight as he wanted to study the ancient books and recipes.

Huddling on the second floor, he first looked at the mission.

[Please collect 10 ancient recipes](completed)

[Mission progress] 10/10

[Mission reward] the inventor’s manuscript of twelve ancient recipes (to be received)

When he opened the mission panel, it instantly changed. It was a little different from what he had imagined.

“Eh? There’s no such thing as exceeding the task?” Yuan Zhou asked.

In his opinion, it should be [mission progress] 31/10.

“No,” the system displayed.

“This is okay.” Yuan Zhou said.

The system replied,”I really don’t have any.”

“If you don ‘t, then don’ t.” Yuan Zhou noticed something else,”system, I’ve collected 31 books in total. However, the reward is only 12 manuscripts of the creator. Can I specify which one is the reward or is it random?”

The system displayed,”the host has specified it.”

On hearing that, Yuan Zhou let out a sigh of relief. That was good.

Ancient books and recipes were all precious, but they were divided into three parts.

For example, there was a dish called “banana stir-fried meat”. Banana flower stir-fried meat was a very common dish, but banana stir-fried meat was rare. Even if it was available online, the taste was relatively ordinary.

This ancient recipe originated from the chef of a wealthy businessman in the late Qing Dynasty. The wealthy businessman liked to eat banana, the kind that he couldn’t wait to eat for every meal. He asked the chef to develop a dish about banana. Then, the chef studied it and recorded the method.

The method was relatively simple. The banana was cut into slices, wrapped in flour, and deep-fried in a pan until it was golden yellow. Then, the banana was scooped up for later use. He cut the meat into shreds and stir-fried it with sweet peppers and water chestnut shreds. Finally, he added the prepared Japanese banana slices and stir-fried it before taking it out of the pot.

Although Yuan Zhou had never eaten it before, he could still think of the taste. The dish should be quite good to eat since it combined the greasy feeling of the shredded pork and banana with the water chestnut and sweet pepper.

In fact, there was still room for improvement in this dish. For example, the meat was first chopped, then the banana was diced and mixed together to form the filling. Finally, the middle of the horse’s hooves was hollowed out, and the filling was wrapped in and steamed.

Or, he could cut the banana leaves into thick slices and then put shredded beef and green peppers in them.

Even if the rich businessmen loved to eat stir-fried vegetables, Yuan Zhou could still think of a more appropriate way.

That’s right. With Yuan Zhou’s current culinary skills, the cooking method in the ancient recipe was not the best method in his opinion.

Yuan Zhou had always been clear that not all ancient recipes and books were better than modern culinary skills. Similarly, many dishes that appeared in history couldn’t be restored by modern people.

The reason why ancient books were precious was that they might contain many wondrous ideas and even lost skills of the ancient people. The “three fragrance to the ocean” was a classic example. Although Yuan Zhou completed it based on his understanding, it might not necessarily be the method used by the ancient book itself. At this time, it would be great if the notes or manuscripts of the creator could be used to verify each other.

Out of the 31 ancient books and recipes, Yuan Zhou listed out the ones that he thought were worth studying. After hesitating for a while, he selected 12 of them in total.

[Ancient books: “the story of fragrance”,”on non-eating”,”non-drinking”,”guanggong’s travels”,”the compendium of breeding birds”.]

[Ancient recipes: live water fish, ground vegetables, white clam medicinal cuisine, heavenly immortal soup, volcanic fish, starving Dragon, mountain spring temple vegetarian food]

“Five ancient books and seven ancient recipes. System, I’ll choose the manuscripts of these 12 Masters,” said Yuan Zhou.

The system displayed,[congratulations to the host for completing the mission. The reward has been released and is available to be received.]

The 12 paragraphs of notes and experiences were all stored in Yuan Zhou’s brain. There was also the original manuscript recorded by the master. This reward was really awesome!

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