Yan Jiecheng's Leisurely Life in Siheyuan

Chapter 30 Praise
As rumors spread in the courtyard, they soon reached Sha Zhu's ears.

But Sha Zhu not only didn't care, but was a little complacent.

As for the two widows of the Jia family, they had long known the consequences of accepting the lunch box and naturally did not care.

As the rumor spread, it soon reached the steel mill and had a significant impact on the employees there.

You should know that the equipment in the steel rolling mills during this period was old and the workers' safety awareness was not high. In addition, they often operated at overload, which led to frequent safety accidents in the factory, especially in some very dangerous positions.

Before Jia Dongxu's body was cold, Sha Zhu started to think about his wife. Everyone was worried that they would become the next Jia Dongxu.

So people were particularly hostile to Sha Zhu, the protagonist of the rumor, and for a time Sha Zhu was hated by everyone in the steel mill.

That’s not all. As Qin Huairu’s belly grew bigger, Sha Zhu went to the Jia family more and more frequently and often left work early.

That afternoon, Yan Jiecheng was busy in the cafeteria when the cafeteria director Wang came to the kitchen.

Yan Jiecheng was still very surprised at Director Wang's arrival.

The ninth canteen is located in a remote area and Director Wang usually doesn't come here because there is nothing going on.

"Director Wang, why are you here? If you need anything, just tell me and I'll be there."

Director Wang was very satisfied with Yan Jiecheng's humble attitude.

"Well, I came here this time to talk to you about something."

"Director, your orders."

"Look, Director Li is having a dinner tonight, and Sha Zhu unexpectedly quit right now. I came to ask you if you're confident."

Director Li, could it be Li Huaide? Who cares? I don't know him anyway.

I just didn't expect that such a good thing would happen to me.

It is undeniable that Sha Zhu's cooking skills are second to none among all the chefs in the steel mill canteen.

But this doesn’t mean that other people’s skills are not good.

Director Wang is taking great care of himself by giving me this opportunity.

Yan Jiecheng knew that this was not the time to be humble, so he patted his chest and said it on the spot.

"Director Wang, don't worry, I will never embarrass you."

"That's all you need to say. Tell me and then follow me to the third cafeteria."

After explaining things to Lin Hai and the others, Yan Jiecheng followed Director Wang towards the third canteen.

"Jie Cheng, do you have any specialties?"

"Director, I'm better at Sichuan cuisine, but I also know a few dishes from other cuisines."

Director Wang looked at Yan Jiecheng in surprise. In his impression, Yan Jiecheng's master Liu Haining did not know how to cook Sichuan cuisine, but he did not ask further questions.

"Tonight's banquet will include Director Li, a total of twelve people. We all like spicy food, so we'll focus on Sichuan cuisine, and the portions must be generous. Please make a menu later, and I'll quickly prepare it. By the way, dinner might start a bit late tonight, so be prepared."

"Okay, Director."

After arriving at the kitchen of the third canteen, Director Wang called two people over and introduced them to them.

"Ma Hua, Liu Lan, this is Chef Yan from the Ninth Canteen. He will be in charge of the evening banquet. Please help out a little, but don't try to be cunning."

After a brief introduction, Director Wang took the menu given by Yan Jiecheng and went to prepare the ingredients, while Yan Jiecheng stayed to familiarize himself with the environment.

Only when Director Wang came again did Yan Jiecheng get busy again.

Ma Hua and Liu Lan were responsible for killing the fish and washing the vegetables, while Yan Jiecheng was responsible for cutting the vegetables and preparing the ingredients, and preparing everything that could be prepared in advance.

It was almost six o'clock when Director Wang came to the kitchen and informed Yan Jiecheng to prepare the dishes. After Yan Jiecheng had cooked all the dishes, Director Wang came to the kitchen excitedly and said with a smile.

"Jie Cheng, I didn't expect you to have this skill. The leaders were very satisfied with the meal. Come with me quickly. Director Li wants to see you."

Yan Jiecheng followed Director Wang to the private room, and Director Wang began to introduce them.

"Director, this is Yan Jiecheng, the chef who's cooking today."

Without waiting for the factory director to speak, Yan Jiecheng spoke respectfully.

"Director, leaders, I wonder if you are satisfied with today's dishes. If there is anything that needs improvement, please let me know and I will definitely correct it next time."

Li Huaide was very satisfied to see Yan Jiecheng's serious attitude and no airs of a chef at all.

"I didn't expect that Master Yan, despite being so young, could cook such authentic dishes. It seems like there are really some talented people hidden in our cafeteria...haha"

Following Li Huaide's praise, the people around him also echoed him.

It can be seen that Li Huaide has the highest status among this group of people, otherwise these people would not flatter him.

"Director, you are too kind."

Li Huaide nodded and continued to ask.

"Master Yan, this boiled fish looks like Sichuan cuisine, but this is the first time I've ever eaten it. Where did you learn how to make it?"

"Director, this dish is something I came up with based on Maoxuewang. This is my first time trying it, so if there's anything inappropriate, please feel free to correct me."

"Mm, not bad. I'm very satisfied with today's dishes. I'll have to trouble Chef Yan often in the future. Director Wang, please pour Chef Yan a glass of wine. I'll toast to him."

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After coming out of the private room, Director Wang patted Yan Jiecheng's shoulder with satisfaction and said.

"Jie Cheng, you performed well today."

"I'm grateful for your trust and support, Director. Otherwise, I wouldn't have had this opportunity to show my talent. By the way, Director, you brought a lot of extra ingredients today, and I've cooked them all. How about you try them and give us your comments? Don't worry, we haven't touched them yet."

Director Wang waved his hand and refused.

"Forget it, I've already eaten in the private room. You can take the rest back and let your family try it."

Of course, Yan Jiecheng would not eat alone. He packed two lunch boxes for himself and let Ma Hua and Liu Lan share the rest.

As soon as Yan Jiecheng returned home, he heard a lot of noisy sounds coming from the middle courtyard.

Yan Jiecheng was tired after a day of work and too lazy to go and watch the fun, so he went to Yan's father's house with his lunch box.

At this time, Yan's father and mother were chatting in the living room. Jiefang and Jie Kuang were nowhere to be seen. They should have gone to bed.

Yan Jiecheng put the lunch box on the table and went to the small room.

"Jiefang, Jiekuang, put on your clothes and come out quickly. I brought back two boxes of meat and vegetables today. If you're late, they'll be gone."

As soon as the two brothers Jiefang and Jiekuang heard that there would be meat dishes, they immediately jumped out of bed. Their speed was simply amazing.

When I returned to the living room, Yan's mother had already opened the lunch box.

Seeing the two lunch boxes full of meat and vegetables, Yan's father and mother couldn't help swallowing.

"Jiecheng, what day is it today? How did you get so many meat dishes?"

"Oh, there's a banquet at the factory today. I'm in charge of cooking, so I brought some back. Mom, go wake up Jie Di. If you don't call her when there's something delicious, she'll definitely blame me tomorrow."

(End of this chapter)