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Zheng Huaming was startled at first, then he picked up the bowl of soup and took a sip. After savoring it carefully, he suddenly realized, "Oh! After hearing what you said, I realized that this soup is indeed different from what I usually drink. It turns out that it is because of the pepper."

Pepper, which was considered one of the most precious spices in ancient times, was as valuable as the top luxury goods of later generations. For ordinary families, it was not only prohibitively expensive, but also hard to find.

At this time, Zheng Huaming cast his eyes towards Xiao Cao'er beside him and asked with a hint of expectation: "Sister Xiao Cao'er, do you have any way to deal with this problem?"

His eyes were full of anticipation, as if he hoped that the seemingly weak woman in front of him could perform magical methods.

However, Xiao Cao just shook her head slightly, glanced at Qi Xingyun and replied: "I really can't do anything. These peppers were brought by Brother Xingyun." There was a hint of helplessness in her tone.

Hearing this reply, Zheng Huaming couldn't help but grumble in a low voice, but soon recovered and turned to Qi Xingyun and said, "In this case, I wonder if you have a way to get more pepper? If we can have enough pepper for cooking, then the business of Jixiang Restaurant will surely be prosperous for a long time!"

"You know, our Jixiang Restaurant hasn't introduced any new dishes for a long time, and it's all supported by those loyal old customers." At this point, a look of worry emerged on Zheng Huaming's face.

Xiao Cao, who was standing by, heard this and thought to herself: Which shop doesn't rely on old customers to maintain its business? Moreover, although the population of Beijing is large, there are many restaurants and every restaurant has regular customers, so how can new customers emerge continuously?

If there are no new dishes, can't the chefs study and figure it out on their own? Thinking of this, Xiao Cao couldn't help but frowned slightly.

The Yang family's fast food restaurant has opened several branches even in the bustling capital. After all, the capital is vast, with the east, west, south and north separated by great distances. Even if there is a fast food restaurant in each place, they will not affect each other's customer base at all.

It should be noted that the consumer group targeted by this fast food restaurant is those with lower incomes. It is really incomparable with high-standard places such as Jixiang Restaurant!

At this time, Zheng Huaming said, "There is one more thing. The taro that was delivered to the mansion earlier was really good."

Xiao Cao'er chuckled and said, "As for taro, forget about it for now. Taro can only be planted in the spring, and it won't be harvested until August or September."

"Besides, this is the first time we're planting taro, and we don't know what the yield will be. Are you already thinking about it now?"

Zheng Huaming hurriedly explained, "I have also made a reservation with you in advance. How about this, can you give me a copy of the taro menu first?"

Xiao Cao shook her head helplessly and said, "Now that potatoes are widely available, can't you come up with more dishes with potatoes as the main ingredient?"

Zheng Huaming couldn't help but ask curiously, "Oh? Potatoes? What about them?"

Xiao Cao'er was so angry that she could no longer bear it. She rolled her eyes and said in a delicate voice, "Hey! You are so weird! Why do you ask me about the dishes of your Jixiang Restaurant? I have never been troubled by the dishes of our own fast food restaurant and teahouse!"

Zheng Huaming, who was sitting opposite him, was not annoyed at all. He still smiled and said, "Oh, isn't it Xingyun who doesn't care about these things? The numbers in the account book are not as good as before!"

"I have no choice but to lower my face and ask for advice from you, a wise man! Besides, your family has a share of the money in this auspicious restaurant, so it is only natural that you worry a little bit, right?"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Cao'er curled her lips and muttered, "Humph! Even if my family has a share, it's only the share of the dishes I provided, not the share of the entire restaurant."

When Zheng Huaming heard this, his eyes lit up, as if he had grasped some important evidence. He smiled smugly and said, "Hey, don't think I don't know! What belongs to Xingyun is yours, isn't it? If his share of silver becomes less, then wouldn't the silver you can spend in the future also be reduced?"

Xiao Cao'er blushed at Zheng Huaming's words. She was panicked and quickly reached out to pick up the serving chopsticks. She quickly picked up a piece of food and put it into Zheng Huaming's bowl. At the same time, she blushed and scolded him, "Eat quickly! There are so many delicious foods that can't keep you hungry!"

Qi Xingyun ate his meal as elegantly as usual, and even Old Lady Yang and the others did not interrupt them while they were talking, because they knew that although their conversation seemed irrelevant, it was related to serious matters.

"Brother Xingyun, have you chosen the land for planting taro?" Xiao Cao'er asked expectantly, blinking his bright big eyes.