Yuchi Gong's face darkened, but he chuckled and said, "Erlang Du, you have a way to make money, but you only bring along Erlang and Cheng Chumo of the Fang Clan. That's a little biased.
"In any case, our Yuchi Baolin is a brother that you know. The matter of the world's number one tea is one thing. In the future, if you have other ways to make money, you can't leave out our Baolin.
"Haaa, Baolin, this brat, has always been a brute with a silly head. As his father, I'm worried sick about him. Erlang, although you're young, you have vision and intelligence. You have to take care of these old brothers of yours. "
Yuchi Gong chuckled.
Du Qi chuckled and said, "Uncle Yuchi, be at ease. If there's a suitable opportunity, I will definitely call Brother Baolin."
"Okay!"
Yuchi Gong smiled and said, "Tomorrow, I'll have Baolin find you. Think about it and see what you can do. Baolin, this evil creature, is already so old. He should be a little more serious and not wander around all the time. "
Du Qi inwardly chuckled.
Yuchi Gong was not much different from Cheng Yaojin. He was a classic example of a brute on the outside but a shrew on the inside, and his face was as thick as a thief's.
Du Qi couldn't push him away even if he wanted to.
But this was what Du Qi wanted to see.
As they spoke, more members of the King of Qin's Residence entered. Li Jing, Hou Junji, Qin Qiong, Chai Shao, Luo Shixin, Shi Wanbao, Li Ji, Liu Hongji, Duan Zhixuan, and Wang Junkuo all entered.
These people were all members of the King of Qin's Residence.
To put it bluntly, Li Shimin's King of Qin's Residence included the best of the best. Whether it was strategists, generals, or valiant generals, the King of Qin's Residence had everything.
A total of fifty people had entered the hall.
And then they sat in the main hall.
But when these people looked to Li Shimin's side, they all recognized Du Qi. When they saw Du Qi sitting to Li Shimin's right, they were all shocked. They hadn't imagined that Du Qi would receive Li Shimin's approval.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have let Du Qi sit at the front.
Li Shimin coughed lightly, and no one said anything. Everyone's eyes fell on Li Shimin.
Li Shimin slowly said: "The child sitting below this prince, you all know him. He is Keming's second son, Erlang from the Du family. The reason why Erlang was allowed to sit in this position was because the dishes for tonight's banquet were all personally prepared by Erlang. Although Erlang was young, his culinary skills were extraordinary. You'll know when you try it later. "
After Li Shimin finished speaking, he cast a glance at Du Qi, indicating that Du Qi should continue.
Du Qi was extremely grateful.
The future Emperor Li Er really understood him. At this time, he naturally had to seize the opportunity to say something.
Du Qi stood up and first bowed to Li Shimin, then to everyone present. He said: "Uncles, I am indebted to His Highness's kindness, so I've prepared tonight's banquet to ensure that all of you will have a good meal. Uncles, you all know that I've been in business for some time, and the response is quite good. I welcome all of you to come and try some tea. "
After a pause, Du Qi continued: "Soon, I will open a new restaurant. At that time, there will be many dishes. I hope all of you will honor me with your presence."
After he finished speaking, he sat down.
Li Shimin immediately laughed. This was Erlang's style. He would not let go of any opportunity.
Now, he looked at Du Qi with admiration.
Li Shimin said: "Erlang, let's not waste time. You may begin the banquet."
"Yes!"
Du Qi received the order and immediately passed it down. As the order was passed down, the servants who had been waiting for a long time filed in and placed a jar of wine in front of everyone from the Duke of Qin's Mansion.
Since it was a banquet, there should naturally be wine.
After the jars of wine were placed on the table, the first dish followed. The first dish was not meat, but the mushroom chicken soup prepared by Du Qi.
After the mushroom chicken soup was placed in front of everyone, Du Qi introduced, "Although it's the beginning of April, the weather at night is still a little chilly. Everyone has been exposed to the cold wind on the way here. In addition, you have to drink wine at night. It's not too late to drink a mouthful of chicken soup to warm your stomach. I can guarantee that this mushroom chicken soup is definitely different from the chicken soup that you have drunk. "
Li Shimin waved his hand and said: "Everyone, please!"
He had already drunk the chicken soup in the afternoon. The taste of the chicken soup was very fresh, and there were droplets of oil on it. After drinking it in a mouthful, it was refreshing and incomparably warm to the stomach. Especially when the taste entered the mouth, it made one feel incomparably comfortable.
Zhangsun Wuji did not like Du Qi, but he still picked up the spoon and scooped a spoonful into his mouth. When the spoonful of chicken soup entered his mouth, Zhangsun Wuji's eyes widened, and an expression of reminiscence appeared on his face.
Refreshing!
This taste was too fresh!
Zhangsun Wuji was also someone who had drunk chicken soup before, but it was still not comparable to this taste.
At this moment, the slurping sound of soup could be heard continuously. Following that, words of praise could be heard. When everyone looked at Du Qi, they could not stop praising him.
Cheng Yaojin's voice was very loud. He said in a low muffled voice: "Erlang, your chicken soup is indeed superb. My residence's chef is also very skilled, but it can't be compared to your chicken soup. "
Du Qi said: "Uncle Cheng, you flatter me."
After a pause, Du Qi said: "This is just the appetizer. Uncle, don't be anxious. There are more dishes to come."
Li Shimin saw that everyone was drinking the soup, so he picked up the wine bottle and said: "During this period of time, although our Duke Qin's Residence has been under a lot of pressure, we still managed to endure it. Especially this time when we celebrated His Majesty's birthday, our Duke Qin's Residence has vented our anger. To us, although the days are more difficult, I hope that everyone can follow me to overcome the difficulties and forge ahead. "
"Please!"
Li Shimin picked up the wine bottle and toasted everyone.
"Your Highness, please!"
Everyone picked up the wine bottle and toasted Li Shimin from afar, then drank the wine in their cups.
After Li Shimin's opening speech, everyone began toasting one another, and the atmosphere gradually became lively. At this time, the second dish was served. It was the prepared steamed beef with dried bamboo shoots.
In front of everyone was a small portion.
Du Qi was the one who introduced the dishes. He said unhurriedly, "Speaking of which, we're in luck. The Duke Qin's Residence has just sent some beef that died of illness, so everyone has the good fortune to eat it. This is steamed beef with dried bamboo shoots. I won't say much about the taste. Everyone, please! "
Li Shimin was still picking up his chopsticks.
He did not eat enough in the afternoon.
Whether it was the crispness of the dried bamboo shoots or the softness of the beef, Li Shimin's tongue moved. He ate in big mouthfuls. Before long, the small portion in the small bowl was empty.
Everyone else also started eating.
As soon as the beef entered their mouths, a different flavor spread out. Everyone was pleasantly surprised, and even more so, they praised it.
In a short while, everyone finished eating.
Cheng Yaojin could not wait. He said directly, "Your Highness, whether it's the soup or the beef, they're all delicious. I've never eaten them before. I drink this wine every day, so I don't think it's anything special. Why don't we taste the dishes one by one first? It won't be too late to drink after we're done. What do you think? "
Qin Qiong echoed, "Your Highness, I second that!"
Yuchi Gong said, "I second that!"
Fang Xuanling, Du Ruhui, and the others also chimed in. That was because everyone present had tasted the different taste. In the blink of an eye, they were conquered by the taste, and their eyes were filled with anticipation.
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