This is Called Red-Braised Pork

"You old bastard! You're running a scam shop!"

One pot of tea sat on the table. Xie Xian hadn't touched it, while Zhou Tie had already drunk half of it.

Never expected there was laxative mixed in. This was attempted murder.

Zhou Tie's anger instantly maxed out as he grabbed a chair, ready to smash it.

Seeing the situation, Xie Xian quickly stood up and grabbed his arm, persuading, "Forget it, forget it... it's not like we haven't done this before."

"You're fine, aren't you?"

Seeing Zhou Tie getting angry, Chen Siwu approached with a fawning smile, "Don't be angry, don't be angry."

"There is laxative in it, but this method comes from a folk remedy I learned from a former coworker, originally called Intestine-Moistening Soup."

"I drink this tea myself. It won't cause diarrhea, but it is very effective for relieving constipation!"

With that, Chen Siwu picked up the teapot and glug glug glug drained the remaining half.

The two watched Chen Siwu chug it down, speechless with amazement.

What a talent, I never expected such a person to exist at this small tea stall.

Zhou Tie could only put down the stool in his hands, "Intestine-Moistening Soup? It should be called Intestine-Moistening Tea! What's this 'Stomach-Cleansing Detox Soup'?"

Chen Siwu chuckled, "Doesn't this sound more..."

Back when he had that "Premium Laborer" sign, he had figured out what it meant.

He'd gained some enlightenment about the art of language and specifically had someone make a banner for the tea stall.

Advertising the tea stall's special features was the same as advertising himself! More words meant better!

Xie Xian said helplessly, "Alright, Shopkeeper Chen, pack up. You're coming to my Fenghua Tower today."

"Help me identify that person. For the rest, eat as much as you want and enjoy yourself. I'll take care of everything!"

"Right away! I'll pack up right now!"

...

It was afternoon, and the sun hadn't set yet.

Chen Siwu, wearing newly bought clothes, nervously stepped through the entrance of Fenghua Tower.

He thought the guards at the door would stop him.

Unexpectedly, they simply asked his name and let him in.

It must have been arranged by Shopkeeper Xie in advance.

Entering Fenghua Tower's main gate, Chen Siwu was delighted.

Looking at all sorts of novel items, he couldn't help exclaiming in wonder!

He carefully observed and memorized various things, calculating in his mind how he'd brag to his old coworkers when he got out!

Damn! Just thinking about it made him feel proud!

Chen Siwu's mood became even better. He looked left and right, wanting to touch some exquisite vases but not daring to.

Xie Xian had already received notification and came down from upstairs.

Standing at the stairway, he saw Chen Siwu's timid behavior and couldn't help smiling, "Shopkeeper Chen, if you like anything, you can pick a couple things to take home when you leave. No need to be polite."

Chen Siwu licked his lips and smiled shyly, "Shopkeeper Xie, you're too kind. That would be too... thank you!"

Nothing here was cheap!

Not taking them would be a lifetime regret!

"Shopkeeper Chen, customers will start arriving soon. I've arranged a seat for you."

Xie Xian pointed to an inconspicuous spot in a corner of the main hall, "Just sit there comfortably and eat. Tell me as soon as you recognize that person."

Chen Siwu nodded vigorously, then sat in the corner seat.

Although it wasn't peak customer hours yet, Fenghua Tower's operations were quite high-end.

Even with just a few scattered customers, there were song and dance performances on the stage in the center of the hall.

Chen Siwu sat there drinking tea and happily watching the performances until evening approached.

The main hall of Fenghua Tower gradually filled with more customers.

At this time, Xie Xian emerged from backstage again and sat directly across from Chen Siwu.

Serving girls began bringing dishes from behind.

Plate after plate of delicious delicacies appeared before Chen Siwu's eyes.

To maintain good relationships with city merchants earlier, Fenghua Tower had obtained many rare wild animals.

These dishes had gradually disappeared from the menu as the disaster situation eased.

With problems resolved, such overly extravagant practices weren't appropriate to promote.

Those things were really about showing off status. When it came to the actual table, they might not taste better than ordinary beef or mutton. What made the building's food stand out was really the cooking methods, with all the dishes being rich and heavily sauced.

Seeing the table full of delicacies he'd never seen before, Chen Siwu's eyes immediately went straight!

However, seeing that Xie Xian showed no intention of picking up chopsticks, he didn't dare eat first, just stared at the dishes on the table with his throat bobbing.

Seeing his restraint, Xie Xian gestured with his hand.

"Relax, treat it like your own home. If it's not enough, we'll order more dishes."

Chen Siwu instinctively nodded.

But suddenly he felt somewhat moved.

Truly worthy of being someone from Master Fang's circle, just like him, so approachable and treating a poor person like me as an equal.

Even taking care of me in every way. Today I must look carefully!

Then he picked up his chopsticks and began nom nom nom wolfing down the food!

Xie Xian couldn't help but laugh as he thought this eating style was comparable to Zhang Biao's.

Worried he might choke, he poured him a cup of tea, "Eat slowly, and help me see if that person is here."

Chen Siwu, mouth stuffed full of meat and vegetables, looked up and scanned around.

Shook his head, struggled to swallow what was in his mouth, and said, "Not here. I'll tell you immediately when he shows up."

Then he said emotionally, "Shopkeeper Xie, not to hide it from you, this humble person has never eaten such delicious food in his entire life!"

"It's just a pity my wife and children died early and couldn't enjoy such fortune." As Chen Siwu spoke, he began feeling sad again.

"Sigh, following you is truly a blessing. I can't believe how delicious this meat is, it's like nothing I've ever tasted before!"

He picked up a piece of red-braised pork, carefully examining it, then popped it in his mouth and closed his eyes to savor it...

"Another plate of red-braised pork!" Xie Xian called to a nearby serving girl.

Chen Siwu was about to look up in gratitude when Xie Xian stopped him, so he could only turn and ask, "Shopkeeper Xie, with such a big business, do you still need to buy illegal salt?"

"Don't ask too much about this matter, just do your job well to avoid getting yourself in trouble."

"If anyone asks about this after you return, you absolutely cannot say an extra word. This is Master Fang's instruction. Understand?"

"Later, if that person appears, you go upstairs to enjoy yourself. Sleep it off and then go home. If he doesn't come, come again tomorrow."

"Here's fifty taels of silver, take it." With that, Xie Xian pulled out a banknote from his sleeve and handed it over.

Chen Siwu quickly wiped his greasy mouth and waved his hands, "Really can't! Really can't! You're giving too much. I really can't take this money."

He still understood the principle of knowing when to stop. This trip had already cost the other party quite a bit.

Chen Siwu felt very embarrassed.

Xie Xian slapped the banknote in front of him, "No need to be polite. This banknote isn't for you."

"Our building's girls don't work for free. This fifty taels is for you to give to whichever woman you fancy."

Chen Siwu was momentarily speechless, staring blankly at the banknote on the table.

Damn... this line of work actually pays so well! Why wasn't I born a woman!

After sighing inwardly, Chen Siwu looked around furtively like a thief. Just as he was about to pocket the banknote, he suddenly exclaimed in a low voice, "Ah! Shopkeeper Xie! He's here!!"