Chapter 280 Meeting an Old Man in a Foreign Land 2
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Yan Bowen was confused as he listened.
This wealthy young man knew Miss Zhuang very well at first glance, and it was not an exaggeration to say that they were old friends. However, not long after the two sat down to talk, they started talking about business matters again.
"Miss Zhuang, it seems that you have something to discuss with this young master, why don't I take my leave first."
When Yan Bowen heard what was said, he didn't feel like he should listen, so he wanted to get up and leave.
"Master Yan, are you leaving now?"
Zhuang Keqing stood up, stopped Xu Xu, turned around and went back to the back room, and soon brought out a small jar.
"It contains osmanthus tea. I don't know if the old man likes it. Just think of it as a small thank you gift from me. Please don't think it's crude."
"Don't dare, don't dare."
Yan Bowen held the jar with both hands and thanked Zuo Jin again before saying hello to Zuo Jin and leaving.
"Who was that just now?"
Zuo Jin was very good at reading people. He saw that although this young man was young, his clothes and behavior were not ordinary people. He also saw that Zhuang Keqing gave him a can of tea as a thank you, and he immediately became interested.
"That is Young Master Yan, the only grandson of Mr. Yan from Jishi Hall."
"The grandson of Yan Shengshou?"
Zuo Jin looked at Yan Bowen's leaving figure and couldn't help teasing: "Yan Shengshou Xinglin's medical family is famous far and wide. Even I heard about it from time to time in the capital. Miss Zhuang really has some skills. In just a few months after arriving in the prefecture, she actually became a doctor."
I can get to know his grandson, and the relationship seems to be quite good."
Hearing this, Zhuang Keqing was completely speechless.
This Zuo Jin really thinks that everyone is a fox like him.
She and Mr. Yan were only casual acquaintances at first, but they only had more interactions with each other because of the tofu incident. From what he said, it seemed like she had a deep intention to do it.
"It's just a joke. Miss Zhuang, please don't take it seriously."
Zuo Jin just looked at Zhuang Keqing's always sophisticated appearance and made a little joke, but he also knew that nothing should be done too soon, so he smiled, bowed slightly, apologized, then straightened his face and said again.
"Let's talk about this rice flower fish."
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"The meat of this fish is delicate and delicious, and it is produced in rice fields. It is really rare. Unfortunately, it is only in Songling Town. I am afraid that we cannot eat this kind of fish. So in my opinion, I want to find a way to dispose of this fish.
Extending the shelf life will also make it easier for nearby Wu Fu Ji to sell it together."
"Girl, do you have any ideas?"
"There is a way. It just depends on whether Mr. Zuo can bear it."
When it came to business, Zhuang Keqing looked a little serious when looking at the hibiscus noodles, which aroused Zuo Jin's curiosity.
It’s just fish preparation, what’s the point of not giving it up?
In his opinion, if you want to preserve fish for a longer period of time, it is nothing more than pickling it. He has asked the big shopkeeper and learned that it only requires some coarse salt and some labor. This is nothing in his eyes.
What does it cost?
"Oh? Miss Zhuang, please elaborate."
"My idea is to pickle fish, but..."
"only?"
"It just requires two things."
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"As a girl, these two things are probably a bit rare, right?"
Zuo Jin is so shrewd. He knows the meaning after hearing the words and feels even more interesting in his heart.
It’s just an ordinary fish, why do we need to use any expensive ingredients to cook it?
"Master Zuo is smart, one of them is wine, and it is distilled wine."
As soon as Zhuang Keqing said this, Zuo Jin paused while stroking the stone ring, and even the middle-aged man standing behind him trembled slightly.
Use distilled wine to marinate fish?
Isn’t this a waste of natural resources!!
Zeng Liang, as the shopkeeper of Wufu Ji in the state capital, knew that Zhuang's Tofu Shop, which could make tofu, should not be underestimated. He followed his boss here today because he also wanted to see who the legendary Boss Zhuang was.
Such a person, whoever thought that the other party was not only a young girl, but even persuaded the owner to marinate the fish with signature wine, felt a little dissatisfied in his heart.
Although he has a winery in Wufuji, the output is not enough to supply the capital, Jiangnan and other wealthy places, let alone use it for such things!
The boss will definitely not agree!
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Zeng Liang thought that the second master must have the same idea as him, but when he saw the young man's thoughtful expression, his heart tightened, and he knew that the second master was really considering this proposal!
"My boss, this! It's impossible!"
Zeng Liang finally couldn't help but speak. He first glared at Zhuang Keqing fiercely, then bowed and persuaded sincerely: "Second Master, wine is expensive, let alone our Five Blessings."
The wine you brew? It’s hard to buy even in the state capital.”
"How can such fine wine be used for preparing fish?"
Compared to the shopkeeper's eagerness, Zuo Jin waved his hand carelessly, obviously not taking what he said to heart.
"You don't have to worry, let's just listen to what Miss Zhuang has to say."
Zeng Liang is just an ordinary shopkeeper of Wufuji. He does not know that this so-called fine wine is just a wine made from sweet potatoes. Only because of the different craftsmanship, it can have a taste and flavor that is completely different from other wines. However, "Yuyao" is rare on the market today.
, it was just because he deliberately controlled the output.
Zuo Jin understands this truth that rare things are valuable.
"Master Zuo is very calm."
The corners of Zhuang Keqing's lips curled up, and he couldn't help but admire Zuo Jin's state of mind.
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Is this because he has too much confidence in her, or is he too confident? He actually didn't change his face even when he heard her say this method.
"Wine is a substance that kills insects and removes filth, removes fishy smell and increases fragrance. Fish pickled with it will naturally have a mellow aroma, and can make the meat firm and pliable. Coupled with the slightly numbing aroma of Sichuan peppercorns, it not only tastes
It’s rare, and the taste is even more unique.”
"If you don't believe it, let's try it and find out."
Zhuang Keqing finished speaking in one breath, and then just smiled slightly, his eyebrows slightly arched, as if he was just chatting away.
“You need to use Sichuan peppercorns?!”
Zeng Liang almost lost his breath.
Zanthoxylum bungeanum comes from the west. Although it is not worth a thousand pieces of gold, it is still rare. One tael costs two taels of silver. Moreover, if the Hu merchants are bidding all over the place, even three or four taels of silver may not be exchanged.
One or two Sichuan peppercorns!
This is not pickled fish, it is just throwing money into the water!
Zeng Liang was so anxious that sparks were shooting out of his head.
No, you must not let the second master agree to this!
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"Second Master!"
"Don't be rude."
Zuo Jin raised his hand and directly stopped the shopkeeper's countless words of admonishment. He lowered his eyelashes and remained silent.
Wine is easy to handle, and Sichuan peppercorns are not difficult to handle. But as a result, the price of rice fish has soared. Who should pay for it?
In business, as the owner of Wufuji, he certainly would not sit back and watch the business lose money, but he still needed to think more carefully about how to operate it.
The young man frowned slightly and tapped the wooden tabletop with his slender fingers, thoughtfully.
Zhuang Keqing didn't bother him and just quietly served him another cup of osmanthus tea.
The white mist rose, and the sweet fragrance was faint. For a time, not only Zuo Jin, but also Zeng Liang gradually calmed down.
After a long time, the young man picked up the tea cup, drank the last sip of tea, then frowned again, smiled and said sorry.
"Japan just wants to visit friends today, but who would have thought that he would trouble Miss Zhuang again."
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"Young Master Zuo, you're welcome."
"Then I'll take my leave first. If you still have questions about rice and fish, I'll still have to come to you for advice these days."
"There's no need to ask for advice."
Zhuang Keqing pursed her lips and smiled. She had cooperated with Zuo Jin many times and it was quite pleasant. Not to mention that this time he took the initiative to purchase rice and fish from Erli Village, saving the villagers the hard work of selling fish.
If that's the case, then why not light up a little more?
With a Zuojin mind, he must be able to figure out the joints.
"I wonder if Mr. Zuo knows why Erli Village wants to raise this rice fish?"
How could the young man not know that every word of this girl had some profound meaning? He immediately understood and asked, "Why?"
"Rice and fish can eliminate pests and fertilize fields to increase yields. Just the growth of rice is harmless, not to mention that it is also an output."
"The little lady explained it this way, Master Zuo, do you understand?"
Zeng Liang was confused while listening.
When we talk about cooking rice and fish, we just cook rice and fish. How come we talk about the origin of rice and fish? What this girl said is really confusing.
But no matter what he was thinking, Zuo Jin's pupils shrank and his heart was shocked.
