Goldfield
Chapter 118 – Honored Guest

After leaving the back kitchen, they were just about to go up to the second floor when they met a group of well-dressed people. They were all swarming around an old man, who had a healthy shine and wore a bright yellow belt on his waist, and they would also climb the stairs.

“Ah-Xu! You back?” The son of District Judge Wu greeted him and looked towards Yu Xiaocao who was behind him. He frowned slightly and whispered, “Ah-Xu, haven't I asked you before to clean the restaurant? Why is there someone else here? ”

Before Zhou Zixu could reply, he heard a resonant voice say, “Oh? Isn't this the little devil patrolling the mountains? Whahuh? Did you come to eat too? ”

Yu Xiaocao felt as if he had heard this voice somewhere before, so he turned his head. The fat old man was wearing an ivory head covering, a dark brown brocade dress, and had a bright yellow belt with a jade inlay tied around his waist. Wasn't he the white-bearded grandfather who spoke to him about the Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea all the way to the city this morning?

So, she was the guest of honor of the county magistrate! He suspected that he had an incredible background, but he did not expect that he was a member of the imperial family from the capital! It would be a foolish question to ask how he knew that he was part of the imperial family. Other than the members of the imperial family, who would dare to wear a bright yellow belt on his waist? Isn't that like starting a rebellion?

County Magistrate Wu was a middle-aged man with elegant features and manners. He was slightly stunned as he looked at the little girl wearing a rough cloth. He has a young appearance and is short in stature. It was undeniable that he had doubts in his heart: ‘How did the emperor emeritus know someone from the countryside?’

However, his confusion was resolved when he recalled how the emperor emeritus and his entourage were dressed this morning. Emperor emeritus was born and raised in poverty, so he was always friendly with ordinary people from the same poverty background. Therefore, it was no surprise for him to get acquainted with some ordinary people as he went on a disguise trip.

“Oh? Aren't you the old man who rode a donkey this morning? ” Yu Xiaocao pretended to be surprised and asked.

The retired emperor walked forward with a laugh and stopped two steps away from him. He nodded and said, “That's right! We just parted this morning and met here again; we really do have a fate of meeting! ”

He looked around with his big bell-like eyes and clicked his tongue, “Judge of Wu County, this restaurant you recommended doesn't seem too good ah! It's lunch time, but there's no other customer than us and this little girl. It seems like their food doesn't taste good! Should we go to another restaurant? ”

Third Young Master Zhou and Yu Xiaocao exchanged eye contact and had an imaginary black line on their heads: District Judge Wu had ordered the entire restaurant, so how could there be another customer?

District Judge Wu could not simply say that he had ordered an entire restaurant to console him, emperor emeritus. The retired emperor most hated being treated with a wasteful bureaucratic style when he was traveling in disguise. Thus, Judge Wu did not know how to respond for a moment.

Right now, Yu Xiaocao spoke to defend Zhenxiu Restaurant, “Old grandfather, the food here tastes good. You will know after trying it! ”

The guards and servants of the emperor emeritus inwardly sneered and thought: ‘You are just a foolish and inexperienced little girl. Do you think your words will sound convincing? Better not say anything. ‘

Emperor emeritus was in a good mood and wanted to tease the little girl, “Oh? Then tell me, what good food do they have here? ”

Yu Xiaocao did not think and directly said, “There are many! Listen to me. steamed lamb, steamed bear paws, steamed deer tail, roast duck, roast, chicken, roasted goose, boiled salted duck, seasoning chicken, preserved pork, preserved eggs, preserved, smoked pork belly, fried dry pork, sausage, assorted meat, smoked chicken, boiled pork tripe, eight steamed treasure pigs, glutinous rice stuffed duck, pheasant in clay pot, earthen broth, quail cooked in a pot, a wide variety of boiled food, boiled duck, boiled shrimp, boiled shrimp, boiled shrimp, fried shrimp. ”.

He counted his fingers and uttered the vortex of tongue that he usually enjoyed in one breath. He registered them one by one without taking a breath. Third Young Master Zhou widened his eyes and wondered if there were many dishes in his restaurant. Why doesn't he know?

“Gosh! You are pretty good at talking! You have practiced “Nounce the Name of the Dish" very well. Little girl, are you the restaurant staff? ” When emperor emeritus heard the familiar twister sound, he had to hide the joy in his heart. He never thought that there would be another transmigrator in this world other than him and the little brat in his family!

‘Quiet. I need to calm down. I can't slip up and show myself, lest this clever little bunny be surprised and run away! ‘

But Yu Xiaocao was already surprised by what he said: ‘How did he know that I was saying confusing words, “Announce the Name of Hidangan”? Could it be that the old geezer in front of me is also a transmigrator? Shit, what's wrong with this world? This world is being penetrated in such a way that it will turn into a sieve !! Relax, I need to calm down! Whether the other party is a transmigrator or not, I still can't let him pay any attention !! ‘

He showed a pure and innocent expression and replied with a smile, “Old grandfather, did you not ask me what good food they have? I've just made a list of dishes for you! Well, is there anything you like? ”

‘This child! Pretend, keep pretending !! ‘ Emperor emeritus scolded him as ‘small fox’ in his heart but did not reveal it. He continued to cooperate with her and said, “Yah. This old man does not have a good memory, so I cannot remember most of them! How about this? Just pick some of the best dishes in the restaurant and serve! ”

“Small girl, you should stay and introduce her dish to us!” The retired emperor smiled like a big gray wolf that was luring a small white rabbit.

Yu Xiaocao rubbed his nose and apologized, “Sorry, I am not a waiter at this restaurant, so ..”

“This woman! You have just recited so many dishes that captivated and aroused the appetite of this old man, yet you suddenly retracted your words....Are you making fun of me, Fifth Master? ” Emperor emeritus did a special skill to change faces. In an instant, the originally friendly and childish old man had turned into a powerful and domineering superior. His friends could not help but break out in cold sweat due to his incredible aura.

Yu Xiaocao felt worry in his heart and suddenly realized that the dignity of the imperial family was inviolable. He remembered that the mood of the nobles and high officials in the novel was always uncertain. They could have laughed happily a moment ago, but then took someone's life. In an instant, his little face became extremely pale from fear and his eyes turned red.

Zhou Zixu, in the presence of an esteemed army of guests, opened his mouth to plead with him, “Fifth Master, please consider that Xiaocao is still a child and forgive him! I am willing to guarantee with my honor that Xiaocao has no intention of making fun of or disrespecting you .. ”

“Haha... You are the third son of the Zhou Family, right? You are quite a sentimental person and much better than your oldest uncle! ” Emperor emeritus could not maintain his gloomy expression for more than three minutes and smiled widely again. He softly said to Xiaocao, “Little boy, you must be very scared, right? You should remember this lesson in the future. There are some people you can't hurt! ”

Yu Xiaocao's anxious feeling suddenly relaxed and he couldn't help but feel sad: No matter if it was in ancient or modern times, it wasn't, an ordinary person like him would never be able to live freely and happily. There will be special classes everywhere.

Seeing the little girl shed tears, emperor emeritus could not help but touch her head. Her voice became softer, “Ay! You cried. It seems like you are still a frightened child. Zhou Xiaosan, serve a little good food to the little girl and remember to put it on my bill !! Stroking your hair, so don't be afraid anymore. ”.

District Judge Wu and his son were stunned by the ever-changing attitude of emperor emeritus. Emperor emeritus was usually smiling and very approachable, but once he showed his authority, even he, a county magistrate, was on the verge of bedwetting, let alone a little girl. The little girl was already very brave because she did not immediately cry from fear.

In the next moment, he saw emperor emeritus return to being a kind-hearted old man. He stroked the little village girl's head and comforted her. If not for the huge difference from their clothes, they could almost be considered as grandfathers and grandchildren!

Yu Xiaocao tried to hold back his tears and forced a smile, “Old grandfather, you are really scary now. It's even worse than when my grandfather was angry. Xiaocao will go now.. ”.

As he spoke, he slightly bent his knees and took a few steps back. After which, he swiftly returned to the backyard as if he was being chased by wolves. He finally heaved a sigh of relief — oh my god, it was so scary! In the future, he would have to obediently stay home and try his best to avoid any interaction with influential officials!

Zhou Zixu stayed to entertain the honored guest personally. After the manager arranged for the honored guest to sit in a private room, he ordered the kitchen to serve food. When he looked at Yu Xiaocao, who still had fear, in the middle of the courtyard, he lightly patted her on the head a few times and said, “You, you! In the future, be careful what you say. If you offend someone you shouldn't hurt, no one can save you !! ”

The manager was several years older than Yu Hai. He liked this clever little girl very much and treated her like a junior in his family. As for what happened earlier, he was also sweating coldly for her. Lucky noble master is not someone picky and vindictive. Otherwise, even the family of this little girl would have to suffer with him.

Yu Xiaocao obediently nodded his head and asked in a low voice, “If I go up now, will I meet them?”

“No, honored guest already seated. Quickly go back upstairs. Big Brother Yu might be anxious from waiting! ” After the manager replied, he went into the kitchen.

Yu Xiaocao, like a little mouse avoiding a cat, crawled to the second floor. But he ended up being startled by the son of the county magistrate, who opened the door and exited.

“What are you doing? You act like a thief. ” Young Master Wu is very impressed with this little girl who has good cooking skills. Last time, even that picky fellow, Yuan Yunxi, drank two large bowls of fish soup that this little girl had made. Previously, if Third Young Master Zhou had not begged him, he could hardly resist speaking up for him.

Yu Xiaocao was somewhat embarrassed as he awkwardly touched the back of his head. He carefully looked at the closed door behind Young Master Wu. He placed his index finger in front of his mouth and made a silent movement, then he pointed to the private space he was heading to. After which, he waved to Young Master Wu and continued to creep towards his goal. When he arrived at the door, he quickly opened the door and entered, as if he had been chased away by a thief.

Young Master Wu, who noticed his series of movements, felt that the little girl was very attractive. She was much more attractive than that pretentious noble lady! He shook his head with a smile on his face.