Hearing Fang Di's words, the scarlet-robed official's face became more beautiful. He pointed at Fang Di with his chopsticks and said with a smile:

"Di'er, I won't say these polite words to you anymore. What's the purpose of why you gathered us here today and entertained us with good food and wine? You must not have just met us and wanted to invite us.

Let’s have a feast together.”

After hearing this, several officials nearby also agreed and asked Fang Di's intention with a smile.

"Yes, Di'er, we are all our own people here. If you have anything to say, just say it."

Hearing their straightforward words, Fang Di also smiled. He once again opened a jar of wine for everyone on the table, and then waved all the maids aside to leave.

"Uncles and nephews, it is true that I have something to ask for. In this case, the envoys of Li State will stay in Xuan'an for more than a month. I know that their food, clothing, housing and transportation have basically been arranged by the Ministry of Rites, but these are just some of the

Can we take care of some of the entertainment and sightseeing arrangements and expenses for the envoys on weekdays? My nephew is also willing to personally take them to have a good time in Xuan'an City. Of course, the additional expenses will also be paid.

My nephew will bear the responsibility."

Hearing his words, the middle-aged man in scarlet robe had a strange expression on his face. He first looked at Fang Di and then looked at the other old man sitting on the seat:

"Is this what Duke Lu means? We still need to ask Lord Li Cao about this matter first."

"It is indeed what father meant."

The old man known as Li Cao lowered his head and thought for a long time. After thinking for a while, he turned to look at Fang Di and said seriously:

"If it is Duke Lu's wish, this is not impossible. Although the envoys' itineraries have been roughly arranged, they will indeed have some free time. During this time, their entertainment matters can be left to you.

It was contracted, but I don’t know why Duke Lu wanted to do this? They are all our own people, and I made it clear that the profit to be gained from this is not much."

"I can't know what my father is planning."

Hearing that the matter could be done, Fang Di had an idea in his mind. He smiled and shook his head to express that he was unclear about the specific situation.

…

The shop allocated to the sake restaurant is actually not bad. Although it is a bit small, it is small and well-equipped, and there is basically no shortage of facilities and equipment needed for cooking. The people responsible for management should have arranged it in advance.

The location of this shop is also quite good, right at the intersection of Lezhen Road. Almost everyone coming in from this end will pass by the entrance of the shop.

The father and daughter of the Zhang family got up early this morning. Old Zhang summoned a group of helpers from the restaurant in the past, and brought the poem scroll that Situ Xi had inscribed for him, and came to this temporary shop before dawn.

Prepare ingredients inside.

As the judges, the envoys from the State of Li will not come until noon today. Before preparing meals for them, each shop must also be responsible for providing food to the visitors on the street normally.

When Situ Xi came here with Zhong Lixin and Qingyu, Lao Zhangtou had just spread out the poem scroll, preparing to hang it in front of the shop to attract visitors.

"Shopkeeper Zhang, you really make the best use of everything." Seeing what Lao Zhangtou did, Situ Xi walked up to him and started teasing him.

He was startled by the sudden voice behind him, but when he saw the person coming, Shopkeeper Zhang immediately put on a smile.

"Brother Xi, there are many literati on the street today. Even the envoys of Li State should like poetry. Maybe they were attracted to the store by your poems?"

"Uncle, did you compose this poem?"

The scroll was hung at the door. Qingyu looked at the neat handwriting on the scroll and was surprised and curious.

Zhong Limin knew Situ Xi's handwriting very well. She recognized it at first sight when she came here. After reading it carefully, she realized that her husband's poem was really amazing.

Nodding slightly to Xiang Qingyu, Situ Xi walked into the store and saw Zhang Yu'er busy in the store. He turned to shopkeeper Zhang and suggested:

"Old Zhangtou, if you really want to attract some visitors, instead of hanging poems outside, why not try to arrange a free trial? You don't need the money anyway."

"Free trial?" Although Lao Zhangtou could understand the literal meaning, he was still a little unfamiliar with this concept.

"Ask the helpers in the shop to carry plates, stick a few pieces of cake on bamboo skewers, and give free tastings to people passing by on the road. Some people will be willing to come in and eat." Seeing him stunned, Situ Xi explained to him.

specific methods.

"Brother Xi, I will listen to you." Lao Zhangtou thought for a while and felt that this method is feasible. His main purpose of this Spring Food Party is to spread the reputation of his restaurant. He doesn't care whether he can make money or not.

So without hesitation, he immediately went out and asked the helpers who were cleaning the stall at the door to arrange the matter.

However, just as the old man was walking out, a scholar knocked on the door of the shop.

Everyone in the store looked at the door in unison, and saw that the scholar was wearing a white robe at the moment, and there were four followers behind him. He unexpectedly took down the poetry scroll that Lao Zhangtou had just hung on the door.

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Although he didn't know what the situation was, there were always customers coming in, and Lao Zhangtou quickly stepped forward to greet him.

"Sir, we are not open yet, please wait for a while."

The scholar ignored Lao Zhangtou. He walked straight into the store and stopped in front of Situ Xi. He first looked at him deeply, then looked back at everyone in the store.

"Shopkeeper, I'm not here to dine. I just came in to ask you where you got this poem."

"Sir, this poem was given by a guest in the past."

Hearing this question, Lao Zhangtou answered this answer without hesitation. Situ Xi had told him before that it was best not to reveal his name regarding poetry, and Lao Zhangtou did not want to cause him any additional trouble.

"Not necessarily, this is probably the work of the Nine Kings." The scholar in white turned to look at Situ Xi and said with a smile.

Nine Kings? Hearing this title, the Zhang family and several waiters in the store were slightly stunned.

Is he an acquaintance? Situ Xi looked at the scholar's face at this moment, but there was no impression in his mind.

"I haven't introduced you to the Nine Kings yet, I am Xu Yilin, and my father is the Minister of Household Affairs, Xu You." The scholar in white raised his hand and introduced himself to Situ Xi.

"Do we know each other?" After hearing this self-introduction, Situ Xi asked him directly.

"The Nine Kings may not know me, but I have often heard your name in recent days, and it is like thunder." Xu Yilin said as he stretched out his hand to roll up the scroll, and bowed to Situ Xi with his hands raised.


Chapter completed!