In the years of famine, I led a comfortable life with my husband

This scene happened to fall into Guo Meiling's eyes. Guo Meiling was shocked. She really didn't expect when Su Zhizhi caught the attention of Her Royal Highness the Princess and made the Princess support her. Thinking of this, Guo Meiling was extremely jealous.

Not only that, Guo Meiling also wanted to find another opportunity to curry favor with Su Zhizhi in private.

At the same time, Su Zhizhi also felt a hot gaze falling on herself. When she looked over, Guo Meiling fled in panic.

Just like that, tonight's turmoil was completely calmed down with the help of Xu Wanqing.

The next day.

Shen Wenjun arrived at Laiyue Tower early in the morning. Su Zhizhi didn't say anything when she saw this. Instead, she poured tea for Shen Wenjun in a kind voice. To her, it was a business after all, and everyone who came was a guest.

However, Xie Chengjin's face suddenly turned dark when he saw Shen Wenjun appear.

Shen Wenjun basically came to the restaurant to eat for the past few days. It would be better to say that he took the opportunity to show his presence in front of Su Zhizhi rather than to eat.

Xie Chengjin saw through his little thoughts clearly.

Xie Chengjin suppressed his anger and looked at Shen Wenjun and said, "Mr. Shen, why are you here again? Zhizhi is busy, so let her husband, I, entertain you."

Xie Chengjin deliberately emphasized the word "husband".

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Mr. Xie." Shen Wenjun said with a forced smile.

Su Zhizhi was used to this scene, and she turned around and left without hesitation to go about her own business.

Even Xu Wanqing saw Xie Chengjin and Shen Wenjun bickering several times when she came to Laiyue Tower. Sometimes she couldn't help but tease Su Zhizhi about how lucky she was.

In response to this, Su Zhizhi curled her lips in a forced manner. She would rather not have this blessing.

Xie Chengjin felt very threatened by Shen Wenjun's arrival. He repeatedly emphasized that he was Su Zhizhi's husband. However, Shen Wenjun did not take his words to heart. Instead, she acted like a green tea character and pretended to be weak and sarcastic to Xie Chengjin, which made Xie Chengjin very angry.

However, the struggle between the two did not last long, because the imperial examination results came out a few days later, and Shen Wenjun lived up to everyone's expectations and won the third place.

In addition, Shen Wenjun had good-looking facial features, and Shen Wenjun became famous overnight and became one of the golden bachelors that many women in the capital wanted to marry. Because Shen Wenjun came to Laiyue Tower every day, many women also came here just to see Shen Wenjun's true appearance with their own eyes, and Su Zhizhi Restaurant's business became more and more prosperous.

Laiyunlou has become increasingly popular in the capital. Although it has only been open for a short time, many dignitaries have come here thanks to Xu Wanqing's reputation. Of course, Su Zhizhi has not wasted this fame. With her unique dishes and flavors, she has conquered the taste buds of many diners, and the number of repeat customers is increasing.

Even the nobles in the palace had heard of the name of Laiyun Tower. Although the concubines in the harem could not enter and leave the palace at will, the emperor was not affected.

The emperor could not bear the praise of Laiyun Tower from his ministers, so he took advantage of the few days when government affairs were not busy and disguised himself and came to Laiyun Tower in disguise.

When the emperor arrived at Laiyun Tower with his eunuchs, Su Zhizhi and Xie Chengjin were standing at the front desk. They saw the emperor walking in at the first sight.

With just one glance, Su Zhizhi's eyes fell on the emperor and did not move. Her eyes gradually became intriguing.

Xie Chengjin saw Su Zhizhi's eyes and looked over, then narrowed his eyes slightly, as if he had thought of something.

The two looked at each other, and then Su Zhizhi brought Xie Chengjin to greet them in person.

At this time, the emperor was still watching at the door. As soon as he stepped into the Yunlou, Su Zhizhi appeared in front of the emperor.

"Is this the first time for this sir to visit our Laiyun Tower?" Su Zhizhi looked at the emperor with a smile.

The emperor noticed Su Zhizhi's address and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes. He then stood still and said with interest, "Oh? Judging from your appearance, you should be the owner of Laiyun Tower. What makes you think I am a master?"

Su Zhizhi was stunned for a moment after hearing this, then explained, "It's only been a short while since Yunlou opened, and this is the first time I've seen you. Plus, you have an extraordinary aura, so I'd venture to guess that you're some prominent figure in the capital."

The emperor didn't expect that Su Zhizhi, a woman, could have such a sharp vision, and he couldn't help but look at her with some admiration.

Seeing that the person in front of him stopped talking, Su Zhizhi made a gesture to invite him into the building.

"I'm sorry, it's my negligence that made you stand here for so long. Please follow me, I have prepared the best private room for you."

After saying that, Su Zhizhi winked at Xie Chengjin behind her, and then personally led people to private room number one.

That was the private room that Su Zhizhi specially prepared for emergencies, but she didn't expect to use it now.

Just as Su Zhizhi and the emperor sat down, Xie Chengjin knocked on the door and came in, followed by many waiters serving dishes. One after another, exquisite dishes were placed in front of the emperor.

Su Zhizhi gestured to the emperor to taste it, "Sir, try it. These are the specialties of my Laiyunlou. I think you will like them."

The emperor did not point out Su Zhizhi's thoughts. He picked up some food with chopsticks and put it into his mouth. The eunuchs following him did not have time to stop him.

Su Zhizhi saw the panic on the eunuch's face and smiled faintly, "Don't be nervous, I wouldn't dare give you drugs here. I'm more worried about the reputation of my restaurant."

The eunuch was stunned, then her face was full of embarrassment. She glanced at Su Zhizhi cautiously, then at the emperor, and her face became even paler.

Su Zhizhi just smiled and said nothing. She probably had guessed who the person in front of her was, but since the other party didn't make it clear, Su Zhizhi didn't want to say it. Some things are better to know in the heart.

The emperor chuckled, then glanced at the person behind him imperceptibly, then looked at Su Zhizhi with a smile, "The food tastes really good. It seems that the praise of Laiyun Tower in the capital is genuine."

"Your Excellency is too kind. I just brought my family to the capital to do some small business to supplement the family income." Su Zhizhi smiled modestly.

The emperor was somewhat satisfied with Su Zhizhi's attitude. He smiled warmly and said, "Hey, as a boss, you can't say that. In my opinion, your cooking skills are not inferior to those of the imperial chefs in the palace."

Before Su Zhizhi could even look surprised, the emperor continued, "What a coincidence! I recently heard that the palace is planning a chef competition. It's said that the imperial kitchen is looking for new chefs. If the Swiss boss is interested, he can go and take a look. I believe that with his cooking skills, he'll at least be in the top three, if not first."

Su Zhizhi was really excited now. "Are you serious, sir?"

The emperor smiled and nodded. "Yes, this matter is not a secret in the capital. If you don't believe it, you can go and find out for yourself."