Need for Uncle

Chapter 50

Chapter 49 Visiting
After serving, Lu Chang took the bowl and retreated, while Ma Xiaoshuai was busy rinsing his mouth.

Not long after, Dongfang Mu seemed to have gotten the news, and came to visit and asked him the reason for his injury. Ma Xiaoshuai was an old-fashioned guy who made up random things, but as shrewd as Dongfang Mu, how could he be fooled by this trick? In the end, under questioning, Ma Xiaoshuai had no choice but to tell the truth, but the introduction of the whole incident of taking the princess oil was removed, he just said it was an accident, and told Dongfang Mu that it was not Murong Xiaowan who ordered him to attack him, but just because of a misunderstanding. Although Dongfang Mu was still a little skeptical, he didn't continue to embarrass himself, and left after staying for a short time. Before leaving, he even told Ma Xiaoshuai that he would inform the post-military commander to ask him for a few days off.

Ma Xiaoshuai naturally agreed, and after Dongfang Mu left, he would lie down and rest.

"Xianggong..." He heard a soft call in the haze, it should be Dongfang Xueyu.

"Xueyu, you're back." Ma Xiaoshuai opened his eyes and smiled, feeling that he was feeling better.

"Yes, is Xianggong's illness better?" Dongfang Xueyu was sitting by the bed at this moment, her small face was full of haggardness.

Ma Xiaoshuai was a little moved, but more distressed, "I'm fine, you don't have to worry about me, it's just a small problem."

"Well, I know, then Mr. Xiang can continue to rest." Dongfang Xueyu nodded and was about to get up.

Ma Xiaoshuai struggled to sit up, looked at the sky outside, and asked Dongfang Xueyu, "Xueyu, is it dark? The restaurant is closed at this time, right?...Oh, by the way, Uncle Murong and Wang Cheng They haven't said anything yet, have they?"

In fact, Ma Xiaoshuai didn't care much about the restaurant's income on the first day it opened. Firstly, it was enough to become famous when it first opened. Secondly, he knew the restaurant was full of diners. But for Murong Jun What he really cared about was the attitude of Hua and Wang Cheng and those officials towards him leaving rudely. After all, they came to support him, but he did not accompany him.

"Uncle Murong is very concerned about your illness." Because of Ma Xiaoshuai's discussion with Dongfang Mu, Ma Xiaoshuai's injury was kept secret from Dongfang Xueyu, so she still thought that Ma Xiaoshuai was sick. "And Mr. Wang, he asked me about your situation." , and said that I will come to see you tomorrow."

Ma Xiaoshuai smiled and nodded, he was relieved, at least the two of them were not dissatisfied on the surface.

"By the way, the restaurant has made a lot of money today." Speaking of the restaurant, Dongfang Xueyu swept away the haggardness before, and her whole body regained her spirit, looking extraordinarily excited, "From the time you left until it closed at night, people come and go The diners have never stopped. If it weren’t for me, everyone was tired and really didn’t want to close the door. In the end, there were still a few diners who still refused to leave, saying that they didn’t eat enough. You don’t know that our restaurant came today. how many people……."

In fact, what Dongfang Xueyu was talking about was only what she saw, and what she didn't see was far more intense than she imagined. In fact, the results of Ma Xiaoshuai's publicity plan had far exceeded the two of them. Imagine that in this world where material and spiritual life is relatively scarce, the appearance of balloons and all kinds of rumors about the delicious food of Laifu Restaurant in the streets and alleys have caused an unprecedented sensation in the huge Murong City. Although Ma Xiaoshuai's original intention was to maximize his popularity, But what he didn't know was that Laifu Restaurant had become a place well-known to Murong in one day, and with the almost unreasonable unanimous praise and amazed rumors from everyone about the taste of the food, Laifu Restaurant followed suit. The diners who come down and need to be received are far from comparable to those on the first day of opening.

Listening to Dongfang Xueyu beamingly talking about the hot scene in the restaurant, Ma Xiaoshuai seemed a little absent-minded, not very happy, but a little worried. In fact, he only cared about maximizing the publicity effect before, building popularity and attracting more people , but now, Ma Xiaoshuai has to consider some issues that he had ignored before. There is a saying that people are afraid of being famous and pigs are afraid of getting fat. Starting from today, Laifu Restaurant will become famous in one day, especially with the influx of a large number of diners with terrifying numbers. The wealth it brings will inevitably offend some people, and of course it will also attract the peeping and jealousy of some people with malicious intentions. Although relying on the Xiangguo Mansion behind them, these people dare not do anything out of the ordinary However, once there is a vicious competition, there will definitely be a lot of stumbling things behind the scenes.

But Ma Xiaoshuai wasn't afraid, he just thought it would be troublesome to deal with it once something happened.

"Sanggong... what are you thinking?"

"Ah?...It's nothing, nothing." After thinking for so long, Ma Xiaoshuai has no feasible solution, but he doesn't want Dongfang Xueyu to know about these things too early. After all, it's better for one person to worry than two people to bear at the same time. The psychological burden is better.

"Oh..." Dongfang Xueyu suddenly thought of something, "Sir, there are not enough people in the kitchen, or..."

"No." Ma Xiaoshuai knew what Dongfang Xueyu meant, that he wanted to recruit people, but he really didn't dare to be careless about the kitchen, the most important part of the entire restaurant. After all, at present, except for all external forces, he The monosodium glutamate and thirteen incense are his only reliance. This secret cannot be leaked out, let alone the monosodium glutamate and thirteen incense flow out of the restaurant. Well, maybe someone who is proficient in cooking can come up with the recipe, and then I will lose an advantage in this regard, which is quite a big loss, so everyone in the kitchen can be trusted, even if they are busy , nor can you blindly invite outsiders in.

"Then...then what should I do?" Dongfang Xueyu frowned and became anxious.

"Let's talk about this matter later, deal with it in the next few days, and I will find a way." Ma Xiaoshuai comforted.

"Then... that's fine."

"Well, Xueyu, have you eaten yet?"

"Nope."

Ma Xiaoshuai frowned when he heard this, and said with some distress: "Xueyu, although the restaurant is important, it is only a money-making thing after all. Compared with you, the restaurant is nothing. I don't want you to be exhausted because of the restaurant. I'm here, but my illness will last for two or three days, and I've also got the post-military commander... Otherwise, how about I arrange a trustworthy person to help you?"

"Okay, I'll listen to my husband." Dongfang Xueyu smiled softly, her heart was extremely sweet.

"Then... who should I look for? Trustworthy...how about Steward Wang?"

"No, Steward Wang still has to take care of those in the mansion."

"That's right, who are you looking for?"

"...How about..." Dongfang Xueyu suddenly thought of something, looked at Ma Xiaoshuai with some trepidation, "Sir, I think of someone who I can definitely trust, but... just afraid that you won't agree."

Ma Xiaoshuai waved his hand and said, "Tell me, as long as you trust someone, I have no objection."

"Well...it's Qianyue."

"Qianyue!?" Ma Xiaoshuai almost spit out a sip of tea, that girl? ?

"Yes, I can trust Qianyue..." Dongfang Xueyu said weakly.

Ma Xiaoshuai smiled wryly. In terms of trust, Qianyue is indeed a good candidate, but in terms of management ability, I really didn't find that she has talent in this area. It is said that the hot temper may have demolished the restaurant when she fell ill that day. What is even more worrying is that this girl is so stupid and heartless. She is afraid that she will be sold by others and she will count down the money. The standard is a silly big sister type Well, don't be taken advantage of by someone with a heart, and leak the secrets of the monosodium glutamate and thirteen incense in the restaurant in a few tricks, it will be a big loss.

Seemingly seeing through Ma Xiaoshuai's worries, Dongfang Xueyu quickly explained: "Sister, Xueyu can definitely be trusted, and as for other confidential matters, I will definitely tell her, don't worry, Qianyue's personality is very clear to me, small things are reckless It’s a little bit, but as long as it’s a major event, I will definitely pay attention to it, I know her very well.”

Well, they grew up together and have the right to speak, so what else can they say.

"Okay then, but let's try it first. If it doesn't work, let me know." Ma Xiaoshuai agreed helplessly. In fact, the main reason was that there was no one he could trust to help, and Dongfang Xueyu was afraid that Dongfang Xueyu would be too tired. As for the girl Qianyue, there was only Pray that nothing goes wrong with her.

"Well, I'll talk to her tomorrow." Dongfang Xueyu was very happy. Being able to work and work hard with her best friend is indeed something worthy of her happiness. Of course, besides that, she is a little bit alone Knowing carefully, she hopes that Qian Yue and Ma Xiaoshuai can gradually deal with the relationship after more contacts in the future...

"Then it's settled, let's go eat quickly." Ma Xiaoshuai smiled and said.

"Okay, then I'll go." Dongfang Xueyu agreed and walked out happily.

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The next morning, Dongfang Xueyu went to the shop early before dawn.

But Ma Xiaoshuai rarely had time, so he finally slept in and didn't get up until noon.

I went to bed early last night, but I still didn't escape the bitter medicine that Lv Chang and the two insisted on. It may be because of the effect, and after a day's rest, Ma Xiaoshuai was obviously much more refreshed this morning. There is still a dull pain in the joint, but at least I can get out of bed and take a walk.

I had breakfast with Dongfang Mu who came back from the next court. The two talked about court affairs, and finally left the dining table in their own way. Dongfang Mu, an old man, has no hobbies at ordinary times. Apart from drinking tea and reading books, he only has to grow flowers. It is a relatively popular and cheap hobby, while Ma Xiaoshuai returned to the backyard, sitting on a stone bench and basking in the sun.

It is still late spring, and the whole day is relatively warm. The sun at noon is a bit hot, but it is also comfortable to bask in. Ma Xiaoshuai thinks it is not bad to just sit like this for a day. After killing the time, he can also think about the arrangements in various aspects in the future. Among them, business is a last resort, and it is also understandable. With the help of Tang Xiao and my own forward knowledge, my own interest and desire for wealth, what I have to do is to manage well, and the peeping of local people who are interested I am facing competition from all aspects, and my official career in the court is the most important thing. Regarding this aspect, when he comes, he needs to seriously consider it.

But not long after sitting down, the servants came to report that it was Wang Cheng who had arrived.

Ma Xiaoshuai got up to greet him, and the two finally chatted a few words on the stone bench in the yard. Wang Chenglai had nothing else to do, he just showed concern for Ma Xiaoshuai's condition and said something about taking care of his health. Regarding the work of the company, he said that Dongfang Xiangguo had sent someone to talk about it early in the morning, and the company leader agreed.

It's just that during the conversation, Ma Xiaoshuai could see that this guy looked a little unnatural and preoccupied, so that after a few symbolic greetings, he left in a hurry after sitting for a while.

Ma Xiaoshuai didn't think too much about it, he just said that today is considered quiet, and his servants came to announce that there are guests again.

An unexpected person brings unexpected news.

(End of this chapter)