48 Is that possible (2/2)

Zhao Qixuan's eyes turned brighter. ”Waiter, are these cold dishes made by your new chef?”

”Yes, Heir-son Lord, they are made by the new chef,” the waiter answered politely.

Zhao Qixuan picked up one of the double crispy rolls and said,”Not bad, not bad! What is this called? I don't think I ordered that.”

”It is called the double crispy roll. It is a new dish in our restaurant. The new chef made it especially for you, Heir-son Lord.”

Everyone picked up their respective chopsticks and rose to taste the new dish. Helian Jing was not interested. He knew that no matter how good it was, it could not compare to what big Raorao could do.

”Truly double crispy.”

”The taste is very special. Sour and sweet.”

”Tasty!”

Everyone was impressed with the food.

Zhao Qixuan said, ”I have eaten the same food over and over again, and finally, there is something new.” He put one silver bullion on the waiter's tray and ordered, ”Give this to the new chef. If I'm satisfied with the hot dishes, I will give him more reward.”

Manager Li was shocked. Truthfully, he was worried that Heavenly Residence's business would quickly go bankrupt after Master Chef Niu left. In the five days without him, the restaurant only managed to make even less than what they usually make in a day! The opportunity of the Heir-son Lord dining in the restaurant could make or break them.

It was very risky to hand the feast over to Li Yao. When the waiters brought the cold dishes out, Manager Li was impressed with how novel they looked. He was even surprised to see two dishes that he didn't recognize. However, he was still not certain about their taste and he held his breath as the guests sampled the dishes.

Now, seeing the delighted faces of the guests, Manager Li finally relaxed. The gamble with Li Yao paid off and he had a feeling that this was just the start of the good things that the new chef would bring to the restaurant.

The waiter rushed back to the kitchen and presented the silver bullion in front of Ye Jiayao, smiling. ”Congratulations, brother Yao! The Heir-son Lord gave you this reward for a job well done.”

The look of envy on everyone's faces was obvious. This Heir-son Lord was famous for his generosity. Every time he came to the restaurant, he would give an extra reward. Sometimes, the bell boy got it and sometimes it would be the waiter who served him. What he never did was reward any chef, even Master Chef Niu. Li Yao has only arrived today, and not only did he managed to create a new recommended dish, he also managed to get a reward and acknowledgment from the Heir-son Lord.

The chef helpers felt cheated and started to think whether they should suck up more to Li Yao.

Ye Jiayao was entirely focused on making the double taste duck roll and didn't even look up as she said, ”It was everyone's work. Go and exchange it to coins and split it with everyone.”

The waiter did a double take. The silver bullion was worth five silver coins! Did he really say 'split it'? He hesitated and looked at second Lady Li.

Second lady Li nodded subtly and the waiter sprung into action. ”Aye, Chef Li Yao!”

Ye Jiayao said loudly, ”Everyone, let's work hard! The better we perform, the more rewards we can share.”

The helpers went back to their jobs with more energy and vigor.

Li Erniang smiled with relief. It seemed that she didn't need to worry after all. Li Yao knew how to cook as well as how to properly interact with his workers. He had the credit, and instead of being too proud, he shared the honor with everyone.

The hot dishes were brought out one by one. They looked like exquisite handicrafts that made the people ravenous for them. They didn't think that the taste could compare with the appearance, but they were wrong. It tasted even more delicious than it looked.

Everyone was extremely pleased the dishes. Helian Jing picked his chopsticks up reluctantly and tried one of the fried eel slivers. They were smooth and fresh to the taste, and before he knew it, he had already picked up three more.

This is actually so good.

”Double taste duck rolls,” the waiter announced as he put the dish down on the table.

Helian Jing looked at the plate that the waiter just brought in and froze.

Tomatoes slivers were made to look like a blossomed hibiscus flower. Cucumber slivers were arranged to look like green leaves. Why do they look so familiar?

They were talking about a new chef earlier. Helian Jing suddenly sat up straight. ”Waiter, how old is your new chef?”

”He is quite young but he is very skillful. What do you think, Young Royal Highness? Are you satisfied with his cooking?”

Zhao Qixuan said, ”After all the dishes are brought out here, bring him over to us. I want him to make a toast.”

Helian Jing wanted to ask more questions, but the waiter had already left.

Is it really possible?

His heart started pounding in his chest and his hands began to shake. He wanted to run into the kitchen to find out the truth, but that would be too impolite. The new chef would come out in just a few moments. He just has to wait for a little while.