PWDLAW Chapter 632: Inquiring about News
Chapter 632: Inquiring about News
"I'm very satisfied, thank you for hosting, Madam."
"I heard Ah Yu is a great cook. I wonder how it compares to the dishes on this table?" Mrs. Xie asked curiously.
Ye Muyu thought for a moment, not wanting to overshadow others. Naturally, simpler was better: "Madam, the dishes I make are just simple home-cooked meals, like the fresh shrimp and asparagus on the table. Your chef has done a great job preserving the freshness of the shrimp and the crispiness of the asparagus, creating a refreshing and delicious combination."
"If I were to make it at home without fresh shrimp, I would use mushrooms instead, simmered with bamboo shoots to make a hearty soup. It's not fancy at all, just rustic farmhouse cooking."
Mrs. Xie nodded understandingly. "That makes sense. After all, running a business shouldn't be compared to the grandeur of a palace."
"I wonder if Ah Yu has thought about opening a restaurant?"
Ye Muyu was surprised by Mrs. Xie suddenly discussing this matter at the dinner table.
"I apologize for being forward. Ah Yu, please don't mind. After dinner, do you have time to chat with this old lady?"
"Madam, it's not a problem. I would be happy to accompany you for a conversation." Although she didn't understand why, seeing Mrs. Xie's clear and sincere gaze, Ye Muyu agreed. She naturally wouldn't refuse to save face.
Mrs. Xie nodded satisfactorily and personally served Ye Muyu some food.
Ye Muyu thanked her and felt the curious gazes from the two young ladies of the Xie family. She felt a bit embarrassed, guessing that even her own family would be surprised by Mrs. Xie's behavior.
Fortunately, Mrs. Xie's enthusiasm only lasted for a while and she quietly accompanied everyone to eat.
As Ye Muyu eat slowly, Chu Liushi whispered to her, "What's going on with Mrs. Xie?"
"I don't know, mother. Let's just take it step by step. After all, we don't have anything the other party can use, and besides, I think Mrs. Xie must genuinely have something to discuss with me."
"That's true. The Xie family is wealthy and influential. We're not even as well-dressed as their maidservants." Chu Liushi felt relieved.
Ye Muyu explained in a low voice, "Mother, maidservants from wealthy families also represent dignity. If a maidservant is dressed shabbily, it will invite gossip. Therefore, the wealthier the family, the more expenses they have. We also need to earn more money."
"You're right. Tomorrow, I'll see if there's any land available to buy more, as well as the slopes. We should make use of them. In the past, we only used them for firewood or cutting trees when building houses. Now that I think about it, it's a waste." Chu Liushi's horizons had been expanded, and she was no longer limited to the three acres of land she had seen before.
Ye Muyu had always wanted to make use of the slopes for firewood. Hearing her mother's words, she naturally nodded in agreement. "Mother, you're right. I also have this idea. Let's discuss it when we get back."
"Alright, eat more. I heard these shrimp are very nourishing and this chicken is so tender, isn't it?" Chu Liushi sighed lightly and encouraged Ye Muyu to eat more.
Qian had already eaten a lot. With so many dishes, even if she only picked at the food in front of her, she was full.
Compared to the quietness on the female side, the male side was much livelier.
Ye Zhao had been helping Shen Qin with wine, not saying much, and only eating to avoid getting drunk.
"Mr. Xie, how much do you know about the Wang family's situation?" Shen Qin asked directly, saving time from asking the Xie family members.
"The Wang family recently opened shops in several nearby counties, all selling high-quality goods like silk, porcelain, vases, etc. It seems they have a new business route."
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