Xin Lin’s casual remark, yet when it falls into the ears of Emperor Longteng and Empress Feng, it is like a thunderbolt striking the ground.
Two people are both startled.
But one is pleasantly surprised, while the other is frightened.
"Did you make the plain stead buns?"
In the eyes of Emperor Longteng, there is boundless elation.
"Indeed, the buns are the signature dish of Chu’s Restaurant and not sothing grand enough for a great occasion. Previously, I sold so buns rely to provide for the family. Later, due to becoming a Spiritual Delicacy Master, I had to close shop midway."
Xin Lin answers obediently.
The Emperor is also aware of Chu Beiqing’s separation from Chu Mansion.
Although there are injustices involved, the affair is ultimately a family matter of the Chu Mansion, and Emperor Longteng does not feel it is appropriate to directly intervene.
Later, when he heard that Chu Mansion had reorganized quite well, Emperor Longteng did not inquire further. Unexpectedly, Xin Lin, who cos from the countryside, has a remarkable talent for managing household affairs.
"Xin Lin, stop boasting. That White Jade Stead Bun obviously cos from the hands of an expert, and even the Imperial Chefs of the palace can’t produce it. How could you make such buns with the crude skills learned from your mother?"
Empress Feng’s red lips slightly purse, her face full of disbelief.
She had been investigating the origin of the White Jade Stead Bun and found no information.
"My mother’s cooking skills may not be exceptional, but I had the chance to learn how to make stead buns from Master Ji Lan. The deliciousness of the buns lies not only in their appearance but also in the Purple Cloud Cabbage inside and the selected water used for kneading the dough, all ticulously chosen by . I personally planted and harvested the Purple Cloud Cabbage and this roasted sweet potato. I dare not claim anything else, but within Purple Cloud City, no one can find better quality cabbage and sweet potatoes than those I’ve grown."
Xin Lin puffs up her little chest, her face full of pride.
"Isn’t Ji Lan the Master Ji from Taoyao Pavilion?"
Emperor Longteng supports Xin Lin.
"I have been looking for you. Do you know why I was seeking you?"
A smile appears on the face of Emperor Longteng.
Getting rid of a Master Ji and finding a Xin Lin is like discovering a delightful surprise in a dark mont; hoping for Xin Lin’s roasted sweet potatoes and bun-making skills, Emperor Longteng feels very confident about her for the upcoming Spiritual Banquet.
"Could it be that Your Majesty wishes to eat stead buns? However, Your Majesty, I can only make White Jade Stead Buns and pork cabbage buns."
Xin Lin appears "innocently."
"Being able to make a few is enough. I will have the Imperial Kitchen help out with so pastries. Master Chen from De Yue Building is in charge of the main banquet outside the palace, and you will handle the supplentary banquet, including pastries and cold dishes. If you do well, I will pardon the cris of your second uncle."
Emperor Longteng is also shrewd.
Just because of the face of Chu Bei Qing, he would have to pardon Chu Tianyi.
But, as Empress Feng ntioned, the Chu Mansion has been overly bold due to royal favor; it is essential to combine grace with authority to make the people of the Chu Mansion useful and grateful.
Chu Miaoyun and Chu Zhaonan, hearing this, are overjoyed, constantly winking and gesturing at Xin Lin to quickly agree.
"Your Majesty, to have her in charge of the supplentary banquet outside the palace is surely taking things too lightly. She is not even a Spiritual Delicacy Master!"
Empress Feng is quite dissatisfied.
"Yes, Your Majesty, I am not yet a Spiritual Delicacy Master; presiding over a longevity banquet would be inappropriate. You should find soone more skilled."
Xin Lin waves her hands in refusal.
"A Spiritual Delicacy Master is just a title — having tasted the White Jade Stead Buns you made, I find them even tastier than those from De Yue Building. I confer upon you the title of a Three-star Spirit Chef, so now it all makes sense."
Emperor Longteng says with a smile.
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