The Spring Festival was a traditional festival that had been passed down since the founding of the Light Wind Empire. It was the most joyous day of the year in the empire. On this day, every household would sum up their achievements in the past year and celebrate the beginning of the new year, hoping for good weather in the coming year. In short, it was a day of celebration for the entire empire.
In the majestic imperial palace, the golden bricks and jade tiles were faintly discernible under the cover of the rustling wind and snow. In the main hall, hundreds of officials stood in great numbers, all of them respectfully facing the new emperor, Ji Chengxue, who was sitting on the golden dragon throne.
Ji Chengxue was wearing a golden dragon robe and a golden crown on his head. His expression was solemn as he sat high up on the throne. The majesty of an emperor was on full display and he somewhat resembled Emperor Changfeng.
A minister stepped forward, bowed toward Ji Chengxue and said, "Your Majesty, tomorrow is the Spring Festival and coincides with your ascension to the throne. Should we expand the scale of this year's Hundred Family Banquet?"
Hundred Family Banquet? Ji Chengxue pondered for a moment and understood. The Hundred Family Banquet had its origins. It was an event held by the Light Wind Empire's imperial family on the day of the Spring Festival to celebrate the Spring Festival. One hundred tables would be set up in the Gate of Heavenly Mystery Square and all of the famous chefs in the imperial city would gather at the Gate of Heavenly Mystery to cook their signature dishes for the one hundred households who were lucky enough to be selected to taste.
This was also the most popular event of the Spring Festival because it included all of the imperial city's chefs and, of course, the imperial chefs.
Being able to taste the dishes of the imperial chefs was something that ordinary people did not even dare to dream about. Ordinary people basically did not have the qualifications or the opportunity to taste the dishes of the imperial chefs. Only on the day of the Spring Festival could they taste dishes that they would never forget for the rest of their lives.
The purpose of the Light Wind Empire's imperial family holding this event was to reward the citizens who had worked hard for a year so that they could live a peaceful life under the protection of the empire.
This was a good thing for the citizens and also for the Light Wind Empire … It was a rare opportunity for all the chefs in the imperial city.
The Hundred Family Banquet was a place for them to display their skills because the emperor would personally be there to taste their dishes. If they caught the emperor's eye, they might even be able to become a chef in the imperial kitchen. That would be something that would bring glory to their ancestors.
Ji Chengxue nodded and looked toward the minister with interest as he asked, "Expand the scale? How do we expand it? "
That official's face immediately lit up with joy. When the three princes were fighting for the throne, he had sided with the Crown Prince. But now that the Crown Prince had lost his power and was made a mere figurehead, as an official, he naturally had to be fearful, afraid that he would do something wrong and be demoted by Ji Chengxue.
Although the current situation in the imperial court was great, every minister was worried. After all, His Majesty wanted to nurture his own power, so he had to get rid of some of the older ministers. During this period of time, he had already seen many ministers being demoted …
"A few days ago, this humble subject has already sent out orders to the various authorities, ordering them to select three top chefs from all over the Light Wind Empire to enter the capital to cook for this year's Hundred Family Banquet. The scale of the Hundred Family Banquet has also been expanded from the original one hundred to three hundred. The number of lucky households has also been expanded from one hundred to three hundred, which just happens to be within the limits of the Gate of Heavenly Mystery."
"Moreover, there will be a selection for the best chef. If the chef's dish obtains the most votes from the citizens, he will be able to obtain the title of the best chef and receive a reward."
The minister said respectfully.
As soon as he revealed his plan, the entire imperial court was in an uproar. Everyone was whispering to each other.
This was a bold plan. It also meant that this minister was ready to go all out and go all out.
Ji Chengxue narrowed his eyes and pondered for a moment. The corners of his mouth curled up and he nodded. This was a pretty good plan. He had just ascended to the throne and his popularity among the citizens was still not stable. If he could have this kind of activity to build up his image in the hearts of the citizens, it would not be a bad idea.
However, a cooking competition between chefs … As Ji Chengxue thought of this, the figure of Bu Fang involuntarily appeared in his mind. His expression became a little strange.
If he could convince Owner Bu to participate in this year's Hundred Family Banquet, then this year's Hundred Family Banquet would definitely be very exciting. With Owner Bu's culinary skills, he would definitely be able to conquer the taste buds of three hundred households.
Thus, Ji Chengxue turned to the rather pleased minister and asked, "This is a good idea. Let me ask you, did you invite Owner Bu to participate? Or, did Owner Bu agree to participate? "
The minister was taken aback for a moment. Then, his expression slightly changed and became somewhat unsightly.
"Your Majesty, black-hearted … uh, Fang Fang's Little Store, I also sent someone to invite him, but …"
The minister's expression seemed to be a little strange, but he hesitated and found it difficult to speak.
Ji Chengxue was immediately curious and asked, "What happened? What was the result? "
"The person I sent to invite him … came back naked. Owner Bu … did not agree," the minister stammered as if he found it a little difficult to speak of the matter.
As soon as these words came out, all the ministers in the imperial court looked at each other in dismay. Returned naked? Could it be that he was stripped naked?
"Hahahaha! Owner Bu is still Owner Bu. If I'm not mistaken, the person you sent must be arrogant and doesn't know Owner Bu's temperament. "Ji Chengxue could not help but burst into laughter when he heard the minister's report.
All the ministers in the imperial court had a strange expression on their faces. What was His Majesty laughing at? Laughing at streaking? Could it be that His Majesty … liked to see people streaking?
The minister was drenched in a cold sweat as he nodded and said, "The person I sent is indeed quite arrogant, but … stripping people naked in Fang Fang's Little Store is indeed unbecoming."
"Alright, I know what you want to say. You don't have to send anyone else. You don't have to worry about the matter of inviting Owner Bu to the Hundred Family Banquet." Ji Chengxue waved his hand and said. Then, he turned his gaze toward the drowsy Great General Ouyang Zongheng.
"General Ouyang, you should personally make a move to invite Owner Bu … What do you think?" Ji Chengxue simply said.
Ouyang Zongheng immediately staggered and woke up from his sleep. His beard was still stained with shiny saliva as he said with a dumbfounded expression, "Which thief do I need to capture? Your Majesty, tell me! I will not back down even half a step! "
Looking at his comical appearance, all the ministers in the imperial court could not help but laugh.
"General, isn't Xiaoyi a waitress at Fang Fang's Little Store? I'll leave the matter of inviting Owner Bu to the Hundred Family Banquet to you, "Ji Chengxue said with a chuckle. Then, he no longer paid any attention to the dumbfounded General Ouyang and left the imperial court.
…
The cold wind rustled and snowflakes fluttered down.
After Bu Fang finished cooking Fatty Jin's dish, he was once again free. He walked to the entrance and leaned against a chair, leisurely and contentedly sitting there with a cup of steaming hot water in his hand. The water was provided by the system and was boiled with Heaven Alps Spirit Spring Water. It contained a light amount of spirit energy and was sweet and refreshing.
After lightly taking a sip of the water, Bu Fang exhaled with a satisfied expression on his face.
Suddenly, the water in his cup rippled and dissipated in circles. A slight vibration came from the alleyway.
Bu Fang puzzledly raised his head and saw a large group of figures in the distance.
Ouyang Xiaoyi was skipping at the very front. Behind her were her three brothers who were like savage beasts …
Around the three barbarians of Ouyang, there was another group of people, both men and women … They were densely packed together.
Bu Fang expressionlessly watched as the group of people majestically rushed toward the store …
"What's going on? Xiaoyi came to work … and she even brought her family along? "
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