After traveling through time, I became a princess in ancient times

The palace was lit up by candlelight at night, illuminating the surroundings as if it were daytime.

The steaming hot pot was bubbling, and various ingredients were piled on the table.

Xia Yurou picked up a piece of tender meat, put it into the pot and rinsed it, then put it into Ren Chenxi's bowl.

"My Lord, please try it."

Ren Chenxi savored this delicacy that he had never tried before, and a look of surprise appeared on his face.

"Rou'er, this hot pot is so delicious!"

Seeing that the prince liked to eat hot pot, Xia Yurou was very happy, and then she patiently taught everyone how to choose ingredients and control the heat.

"Xiaoxue, Uncle Lin, don't just stand there, come over and have a taste."

Hearing the princess' words, they seemed a little flattered. They carefully walked to the table, picked up a piece of meat and put it into the pot to blanch.

When Xiaoxue tasted the hot pot, her eyes sparkled with satisfaction and she couldn't help but eat a few more slices.

Butler Lin was more steady, nodding and praising: "This hot pot tastes delicious, and the ingredients are matched just right. It is a rare delicacy."

Xia Yurou excitedly said to everyone: "So I want to open a hot pot restaurant in the city first, and then open a branch after the business is big and successful."

Ren Chenxi nodded with a smile: "Since Rou'er has such a novel idea, I will not stop you. Just do it if you want to. I will take care of everything."

Xiaoxue on the side cheered and said, "Princess, I want to help."

Steward Lin said, "Princess, if this is accomplished, the palace will also have an additional income. I am willing to assist you with all my efforts."

"Uncle Lin, please be responsible for recruiting people. We need some chefs with superb cooking skills and nimble servants."

Steward Lin cupped his hands and replied, "Yes, Princess, I will do it right away."

He turned and left in a hurry, obviously looking forward to the hot pot restaurant.

"Xiaoxue, the essence of hot pot lies in the dipping sauce and ingredients. Both of them must be done to the best, so that customers can linger. Now you should prepare the dipping sauce according to the recipe I gave you, and be sure to be careful. Although the catering industry is a highly profitable industry, you must not be careless, and the ingredients must be fresh."

Xiaoxue nodded repeatedly and took the recipe seriously: "Miss, rest assured, I will remember your words and will not ruin my reputation."

After that, she hurried away and headed towards the kitchen.

As the night deepened, Xia Yurou stood in the corridor looking at the starry sky, with a myriad of thoughts in her mind.

Ren Chenxi quietly walked up to her and asked softly, "Rou'er, why did you give the hot pot recipe to a maid?"

"Your Majesty, Xiaoxue may be young, but she is thoughtful and I know she is not a traitor. This recipe is the lifeblood of the hot pot restaurant. I will inevitably have concerns if I hand it over to someone else. If those greedy guys take the recipe and sell me out, all our efforts will go to waste."

He reached out and held Xia Yurou in his arms, saying softly, "Rou'er, you are indeed very thoughtful. You even considered this."

Xia Yurou sighed softly, leaned her head on Ren Chenxi's chest and whispered: "The hot pot restaurant's plan is good, but people's hearts are unpredictable, we have to be on guard."

Ren Chenxi gently stroked Xia Yurou's hair. The silvery moonlight sprinkled on them, casting a hazy glow on this perfect couple.

In the following days, Xia Yurou personally supervised the preparation of the dipping sauce to ensure that each one met her requirements.

Butler Lin was busy outside arranging recruitment matters. The endless stream of job seekers in front of the palace made the palace very lively.

Xiaoxue was busy cutting ingredients in the kitchen. Although her knife skills were not as good as those of a chef, she cut each piece evenly and delicately.

As for the prince, he was busy handling official duties every day, and once he had free time, he would come to the kitchen to check on their work progress.

After everyone's unremitting efforts, the hot pot restaurant finally opened officially in the downtown area, and the four words "Rou Yue Hot Pot" were written on the wooden signboard, shining brightly.

Bright red lanterns are hung at the door, contrasting with the bustling street scenes around it.

Xia Yurou stood at the entrance of the newly opened "Rouyue Hotpot" restaurant and announced loudly: "Rouyue Hotpot Restaurant is officially open. We promise that every bite of hotpot is carefully cooked and every ingredient is fresh and delicious. I hope everyone can find the taste of home here and enjoy the feast of delicious food."

Just as he finished speaking, a gorgeous carriage stopped in front of the hot pot restaurant, and Ren Chenxi, dressed in a royal robe, walked down with great dignity.

His arrival was like the brightest star in the night sky, instantly attracting everyone's attention.

Xiaoxue and the waiters in the store all paid their respects: "Greetings, Your Majesty!"

Their voices were in unison, like waves of wind blowing through a rice field.

When the onlookers saw this, they started to talk.

They all speculated about the relationship between King Chen and the hot pot restaurant. No matter what the result was, it undoubtedly added a bit of mystery and dignity to the hot pot restaurant.

Seeing this, Xia Yurou was filled with surprise and couldn't help showing a sweet smile on her face. She asked softly, "My Lord, why are you here?"

Ren Chenxi smiled slightly, looking at Xia Yurou tenderly: "Rou'er's store is opening, how can I not come?"

His voice was deep and magnetic, echoing among the crowd like a clear mountain spring.

When the onlookers heard these words, they all looked surprised.

A middle-aged man exclaimed: "Could it be that this Rouyue Hotpot Restaurant is opened by the princess!!!"

"To celebrate the opening of the new store, all dishes are 20% off today, and friends who apply for membership cards can enjoy a 30% discount."

As soon as Xia Yurou finished speaking, they walked in curiously, their eyes wandering around the quaintly decorated store.

The copper hot pot sizzles under the charcoal fire, and the waiters, dressed in uniform, greet every guest with a smile.

A young man was attracted by the aroma of the hot pot. He sat at the table first, his eyes fixed on the boiling soup.

When he ate a piece of fresh and tender meat, a look of surprise appeared on his face, and he hurriedly called out to his companions: "Come and try it, it's really delicious!"

When everyone heard this, everyone's face was filled with anticipation and curiosity.

The aroma of the hot pot becomes stronger and stronger, as if it has a magical power that makes people want to find out more.

Chopsticks are flying in the pot, and ingredients such as meat slices, vegetables, tofu skin, etc. are rolling in the boiling soup, exuding an enticing aroma.

Diners put the dishes into their bowls and dip them into the special sauce. Every bite is delicious.

There was constant laughter in the store, and everyone sat around the hot pot, enjoying this rare delicacy!

After a while, someone shouted, "There's too little meat. Bring me a few more plates."

Soon after, other guests also shouted: "We have run out of tofu skin on our table. Give me three more plates of tofu skin and two more plates of meat."

The waiters were busy shuttling between tables, serving fresh ingredients to the guests.