Opening a Tavern in the Tang Dynasty

The next day, the sun shone gently on the streets and alleys, making the cobblestone roads warm.

The afterglow of the Mid-Autumn Festival seems to still be lingering in the air, and the streets of Chang'an City still retain a bit of a lively atmosphere.

Xiaoyu was wearing a light blue short-sleeved shirt with narrow sleeves, and a half-sleeved, double-breasted gauze dress with elegant patterns embroidered with silver thread. A goose-colored ribbon was tied around her waist, which made her look even more graceful.

Her hair was simply tied up, with a jade hairpin inserted diagonally. She had a gentle smile on her face and squinted her eyes slightly, enjoying this pleasant morning: "The morning air is so good!"

Walking in front was a lively puppy. It sometimes sniffed the flowers and plants on the roadside, sometimes ran away happily for a few steps, then looked back at its owner and barked twice, as if urging them to walk faster.

Yu Yu skipped and danced behind her mother. She was wearing a pink skirt, and the hem of her skirt swayed gently with her movements, like a blooming peach blossom.

The pink silk ribbon was tied into a beautiful bow at her waist, which made her look even more cute and lovely.

She had two buns on her head, wrapped with colorful silk threads. Every time she took a step, the small bells in her hair would make a crisp sound. "Yes, yes, yes, mother, look at that flower, it's so beautiful!"

There was excitement in Yu Yu's big eyes. She pointed to a blooming autumn chrysanthemum on the roadside, its golden petals shining in the sun.

As he spoke, Yu Yu ran over, squatted down, and carefully stroked the petals, as if afraid of disturbing the autumn elf.

Li Hao was walking quietly on the side. He was wearing a blue-gray round-necked robe, with a jade pendant hanging on his belt, and his steps were steady.

He frowned slightly, as if thinking about something, and occasionally looked at the shops along Chang'an Street, as if thinking about something.

"Mom, when we go back to Zuixianlou today, will Chef Mi come up with any new dishes?" Li Hao asked in a low and gentle voice.

Xiaoyu looked at her son with a smile: "Who knows, Chef Mi always has new ideas."

Turning the corner, the sign of Zuixianlou comes into view.

Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao were guarding the door as usual. Both were dressed in tight clothes. Cheng Chumo was wearing a black brocade robe and a black belt around his waist with a sword hanging on it. The gem on the hilt gleamed coldly in the sunlight.

He has an upright posture and sharp eyes, like a cheetah ready to pounce.

Qin Huaidao was wearing dark blue clothes. He looked a little lazy, but his slightly narrowed eyes showed alertness.

"Brother Cheng, Brother Qin!" Yu Yu ran over happily and waved at them.

A rare smile appeared on Cheng Chumo's face. "Did you have fun at the Mid-Autumn Lantern Festival yesterday?" He said, reaching out and touching Yuyu's head.

Yuyu opened her eyes wide and excitedly shook Cheng Chumo's arm: "Brother Cheng, I want to go again! Those lanterns were so beautiful yesterday, colorful, like stars in the sky. And that lantern riddle guessing place, there were so many people that it was impossible to squeeze in!"

As she spoke, she gestured with her hands, her cheeks flushed lightly with excitement, and her eyes sparkled brightly, as if there were two little stars hidden in them.

Qin Huaidao smiled and nodded: "Yes, that riddle is quite difficult, but I see you are having a lot of fun guessing it."

The corners of his mouth were slightly raised with a hint of pampering. His face looked angular under the sunlight, and his deep eyes were full of smiles.

Cheng Chumo smiled and looked at Yuyu: "Little girl, the way you guess the riddles is really funny, especially when you stamp your feet in frustration because you can't guess them."

His smile became brighter and brighter, revealing a row of white and neat teeth. That smile was like the warmest breeze in spring, blowing through Yu Yu's heart.

As he spoke, he gently pinched Yu Yu's cheek again, his hand gentle and brotherly.

Yuyu pouted, pretending to be angry: "Brother Cheng, you are still laughing at me! I also guessed a lot of riddles, more than Brother Li Hao."

She put her hands on her hips and tilted her head back. The hair accessories on her head swayed slightly with her movements, making a slight tinkling sound. Her adorable appearance made Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao laugh out loud.

At this time, Li Hao came over and raised his eyebrows: "Yuyu, are you saying bad things about me again?"

There was a hint of feigned reproach in his eyes, and he stood aside with his arms folded across his chest.

Yuyu stuck out her tongue and hid behind Cheng Chumo: "Brother Cheng, save me, Brother Li Hao is going to be angry!"

That playful look made everyone laugh again, and the area in front of Zuixian Tower was filled with a cheerful and warm atmosphere.

Qin Huaidao laughed on the side, "Hahaha".

When you walk into Zuixianlou, you will see a bustling scene inside.

Ah Fu was washing vegetables at the sink in the backyard. He rolled up his sleeves, revealing his strong arms, and skillfully washed the vegetables with his hands in the water.

Fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead. He wiped them with his shoulder from time to time, humming an unknown little tune.

"Afu, we're back!" Li Hao shouted at him.

Ah Fu raised his head and grinned, revealing his white teeth. "You're finally back. We have fresh vegetables today, and Chef Mi will surely make delicious dishes."

Acai was walking around the lobby. She was wearing a light green maid's uniform and a white apron tied around her waist.

She held a rag in one hand and a tray in the other, wiping the table carefully and clearing away the used dishes.

Her movements were light and agile, her face serious, her hair neatly combed back and wrapped in a square scarf.

"Madam, you're back!" Acai greeted with a smile, his eyes full of kindness.

Yuyu ran to Ah Cai and said, "Sister Ah Cai, is there anything fun to do?"

Ah Cai smiled and pinched Yuyu's face. "Is there something interesting? Yesterday, a diner got drunk and was reciting poetry here. It was really interesting."

At this time, bursts of fragrance came from the kitchen, and Chef Mi was busy at the stove.

He was wearing a white chef's uniform and a tall chef's hat.

Chef Mi's face was shiny with oil and sweat kept dripping down his forehead, but his eyes were fixed on the dishes in the pot and the spatula in his hand kept turning them.

"Hmph, I have to control the heat well. I can't let this dish be ruined in my hands." Chef Mi muttered to himself. His expression was focused and serious, as if he was fighting an important battle.

Xiaoyu walked into the kitchen and asked, "Chef Mi, what delicious dishes have you prepared today?"

Without even turning around, Chef Mi said, "Xiaoyu, today we have a new dish. I guarantee you haven't tried it before. I spent a lot of time thinking it up."

There was a smug look on his face and a confident gleam in his eyes.

In the lobby, Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao were already sitting at the table, talking in low voices.