Chapter 74 - Chapter 74: Chapter 074: Picking up Gold Without Pocketing It (Third Update) (1/2)

Chapter 74: Chapter 074: Picking up Gold Without Pocketing It (Third Update)

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Bai San picked up Zhuang Qingning earlier than usual today because there was a market in the town and more stalls were set up.

Even so, the town was already bustling.

Fortunately, they had a fixed spot in the town where they had been setting up their stall for years, so their spot was not taken.

After setting everything up and delivering tofu to several restaurants, they finally began to sell tofu in peace.

It was only after selling several pieces of tofu that Mrs. Liu arrived late.

“Aunt Liu, you’re late today.” Zhuang Qingning grinned as she helped Mrs. Liu fix her stall.

“I wasn’t feeling well since yesterday afternoon, so I had some medicine soup last night and ended up waking up late this morning.”

Mrs. Liu yawned as she spoke.

She did not seem to be in her best form.

“Initially, I decided not to come. However, considering today’s a big market day and there’s not much to do at home, I decided to come anyway.”

A bigger market would bring in more business, compensating for the quiet days. No matter how tiresome today might get, they could rest for the next couple of days. It was well worth it. That’s what Mrs. Liu thought.

“You should take good care of your health, Aunt Liu.”

If only they lived more comfortably, they wouldn’t have to work so hard on making and selling fried chop rice cakes. Mrs. Liu wouldn’t have to force herself to keep going despite feeling unwell.

Therefore, Zhuang Qingning didn’t insist, she only helped Mrs. Liu shout for customers, hoping to sell all the fried chop rice cakes sooner, so they could go home and rest.

“I know.”

Mrs. Liu understood Zhuang Qingning’s intentions. After chuckling and suppressing a couple of coughs, she mustered the energy to continue selling fried chop rice cakes.

The tofu business carried on well, even better on the big market day, selling out faster than usual.

Many people asked about the salted duck eggs’ price and availability during the day. But the eggs were still marinating. Even though formula powder shortened the marination time, it would still take around ten days.

Zhuang Qingning explained individually, stating that the eggs were not yet ready but would be sold in the market as soon as they were finished marinating.

The customers who came excited but left disappointed, felt slightly better knowing they wouldn’t have to wait much longer. They repeatedly insisted that more salted duck eggs must be stocked and sold in the market once done.

After all, they were the salted duck eggs that caused Zhang Yongchang and others to argue and almost fight in the street. They couldn’t wait to taste them and understand why they were so sought after.

Zhuang Qingning agreed with a smile and sent these customers away.

The tofu sold out quickly, considering Mrs. Liu was feeling unwell, Zhuang Qingning didn’t rush to leave after finishing her business. She stayed there with Mrs. Liu.

Meanwhile, she asked Zhuang Qingsui to buy some snacks.

“Then let’s buy some sesame candy.” Zhuang Qingsui suggested.

The candy, made with sugar, honey, sesame, raisins, and peanuts, cut into small strips, was sweet and crispy. It tasted quite good.

“Alright, get both black and white sesame candies and a few shortbread too.” Zhuang Qingning handed the money to Zhuang Qingsui.

“Sure.” Zhuang Qingsui accepted the money and bounced off to the pastry shop nearby.

Zhuang Qingning continued to help Mrs. Liu sell fried chop rice cakes.