noffsinger Chapter 40 The Fragrance Returns
Chapter 40 The Fragrance Returns
After the "enthusiastic" group finished all the work, they realized something was wrong.
"Boss, aren't we selling cornbread today?"
"Yeah, boss, where are the steamed buns today?"
The group discussed animatedly. After all, the first few times they helped out, the owner would wrap the steamed buns in gauze, and the two owners would hold them tightly in their arms. But not today!
Gao Mengli twitched her lips.
These diners are only just realizing it; their reaction time is incredibly long!
Despite saying that, she quickly stepped forward to reassure the customer, "We're not selling cornbread today, today..."
"Huh?! Why aren't you selling them anymore?"
Upon hearing that it wasn't for sale, a chorus of exclamations interrupted Gao Mengli's words.
They just love this kind of thing, so they came early and waited for two days only to be told it wasn't for sale.
This won't do. Even if we make it now, we have to sell it today.
The crowd gathered around Gao Mengli and her family.
Let's block this family first. What if they run away? If we block them today, we'll make sure they make cornbread even if we have to dig mud and do all the work.
The resentment that had been building up over the past few days made the customers' eyes gleam with anger. They stared intently at them, afraid that the customers would run away.
Seeing this scene, Lin Xi nervously tugged at Gao Mengli's sleeve.
The big guy was small, and he was surrounded by five strong men, all of whom lowered their heads and stared intently at him.
The oppressive feeling made his legs tremble involuntarily.
Business is risky, but life is more precious. If he had known things would turn out like this, he wouldn't have come...
"Quiet, quiet, let me finish." Gao Mengli quickly pressed her hand down to calm the restless crowd.
She cleared her throat. "We're not selling cornbread today because we're selling a new snack: locust flower egg pancakes. You all need to line up."
Upon hearing this, everyone immediately fell silent, their faces showing curiosity.
"Locust flower egg pancake? What's that?" someone couldn't help but ask.
"Judging from the name, is it a pancake made with locust flowers and eggs?" another person guessed.
"Can this taste good?" some people questioned.
Gao Mengli smiled and said, "Don't worry, everyone, I guarantee you'll find this locust flower and egg pancake unforgettable. The fragrance of locust flowers combined with the freshness of eggs—the taste is absolutely amazing."
Upon hearing this, everyone thought, "Great!" and quickly lined up!
When people heard that eggs were added, they assumed the price wouldn't be low. "Boss, how much does your egg pancake cost?"
Seeing that everyone had gone to queue up and were no longer surrounding them, Lin Xi mustered up her courage and stepped out from behind Gao Mengli, "It's not expensive, it's... it's five coins each."
"Five coins, that's a bit expensive..." Upon hearing the price, some people hesitated, wondering whether to leave the queue.
They wanted to leave, but their stomachs wouldn't allow it; they protested and churned inside, their hearts, livers, spleens, lungs, and kidneys screaming wildly, causing them to put their feet back down.
Let's take a look first, see what it's like. Even if we don't buy it, just smelling the aroma will satisfy our hunger!
So they stood in line with peace of mind, tiptoeing and frequently glancing at the large pot in front of Gao Mengli.
Gao Mengli ignored them and rolled up her sleeves to help Lin Xi prepare.
Everyone watched as they took out flour, poured it into a basin, cracked in many eggs, and added locust flowers.
It's definitely made with plenty of ingredients and has a high cost, so I'll grit my teeth and buy one to try.
Lin Xi scooped a spoonful of oil into the pan, then slowly poured in the prepared batter.
As soon as the batter touches the hot pan, it sizzles and releases an aroma that wafts for miles!
In no time, a golden and crispy locust flower and egg pancake was ready.
"This smells amazing!"
The fragrance spreads like a beckoning fairy, lingering before everyone.
Now, no one could walk anymore. They all drooled as they stared at the egg pancake, some even regretting that they had been too slow and ended up at the back of the line.
The first customer in line was still the bearded man, who was already impatient, his eyes fixed on the steaming hot pancake.
Lin Xi carefully handed him the cake. He took it and first brought it close to his nose to smell it. The fragrance of locust blossoms and the aroma of eggs gently caressed his nose and seeped into his body, gently soothing his internal organs, making him unable to help but let out a sigh.
He quickly took a bite, and the crispy outer layer burst open in his mouth, revealing tender and delicious locust blossoms and eggs inside, creating a rich and complex texture. His eyes lit up instantly: "Delicious, so delicious, so incredibly delicious!"
He finished his meal in a few bites, and seeing the next locust flower and egg pancake about to be cooked, he immediately bought another one!
His three delicious dishes and actions made the customers behind him even more impatient.
Unfortunately, the owner only has one pot, so although it's quick to cook, it still takes time!
It seems we need to hurry up and get that frying pan made.
Seeing that business was stable and running again, Da Niu happily helped collect money on the side, counting coins until his hands were sore!
He also thought that if the price was too high, business would not be good.
Little did he know, he had underestimated the devastating power of his father's cooking!
As soon as Gao Mengli's stall was set up, Bu Yi received the news.
Hurry up and find the fat constable in the jail. "Boss, that steamed bun vendor has set up his stall again!"
The fat constable, who was being choked by the fat girl, excitedly looked up to the sky and roared, squeezing out the words through his teeth, "Fat girl, if you strangle me any harder, you won't get any cornbread today."
Upon hearing this, the chubby girl immediately realized the gravity of the situation and quickly released her arm.
She even straightened the fat constable's clothes, which she had wrinkled, and said, "Then hurry up and get out of here, and take more with you!"
The fat constable was overjoyed and hurriedly led Constable One and Constable Two to Gao Mengli's stall.
The three of them rushed to the city gate and saw the familiar stall and the familiar family of three. They were so moved that they burst into tears.
Damn it, it's finally back!
God knows how he survived these past few days; if they had come a few days later, his body would probably be cold by now.
I quickly ran over there, and the familiar queue-jumping mode started again.
"You, get out of the way, I want to stand in the first place." The fat constable's arrogant tone rang out.
The customer was watching Lin Xi make his egg pancakes intently when he heard someone trying to cut in line. He clenched his fist, ready to punch them.
He turned around angrily and saw that familiar fat man. His outstretched fist immediately changed direction and swung out, grazing his face.
The fat constable raised an eyebrow. "You're something else, kid. You actually attacked a government official!"
The customer shuddered, his face contorted with anger, but he quickly put on a big smile and patted the fat constable on the shoulder. "Oh, sir, it's been a long time! Please, please!"
The fat constable snorted coldly before turning his head to look at Gao Mengli's family's stall.
I was taken aback when I saw the locust flower and egg pancake. Was this a new dish?!
"Give me fifty!"
Upon hearing the familiar order, Gao Mengli looked up at the portly constable and said, "Alright, 250 coins in total!"
"Damage? Damn it?" The fat constable was taken aback. Previously, a steamed bun cost two coins, and 50 of them only cost one string of cash.
Two and a half strings of cash?