The wicked mother-in-law doesn't try to whitewash herself; she only abuses her awful children.

Chapter 119 Celebration Banquet

“Mother, no, innkeeper, I’ve already booked the banquet at Fengle Restaurant. We can just go there.” Gu Dashu said to Tong Huaqiong.

As per Tong Huaqiong's request, the rules of the workplace must be followed in the shop. For example, since she is the owner of Peach Blossom Dessert, everyone in the workplace must call her "Manager".

Family members must also abide by this rule.

Gu Dashu called out "Mother," but then, remembering that he hadn't left the shop and was still in a working environment, he quickly changed his address to "Manager."

Before the opening, Tong Huaqiong asked Gu Dashu to book the best banquet at the best restaurant in town. This small matter was no problem for Gu Dashu, who made the reservation early in the morning.

Everyone became even more excited when they heard it was Fenglelou.

Most people in Qinghewan have never even stepped inside Fenglelou.

You should know that Fenglelou is the best restaurant in Yanguan Town. The money needed for a single banquet there is enough for a farmer to live on for a month. What kind of family can afford to hold a banquet at Fenglelou? Even the well-off families in Qinghewan probably can't afford it.

If anyone in the village can afford to have a meal at Fenglelou, they'll probably brag about it for years.

"What are you all standing there for? Let's go to Fenglelou," Tong Huaqiong urged everyone.

I'm so hungry after a long day!

From Gu Taohua to Man'er, everyone cheered and followed Tong Huaqiong out of the shop towards Fenglelou.

Fenglelou is also located in Yanzhi Lane; it's just a short walk away.

"Manager Tong, you've arrived."

Mr. Qian, the owner of Fenglelou, personally came to greet them.

When Tong Huaqiong was still setting up a stall across the street from Su Shi Yuan, Boss Qian often patronized her shop. He found the pastries at Tao Hua Desserts to be exceptionally delicious, and Tong Huaqiong left a deep impression on him.

Her face was like a full moon, her big eyes were smiling, and she acted very decisively without any hesitation.

It was the type of boss lady that Mr. Qian, this old widower, had always wanted.

It hasn't been long since the widow opened a shop in Rouge Lane. As a business owner in Rouge Lane, he admired Tong Huaqiong and naturally wanted to build a good relationship with Peach Blossom Dessert Shop.

Upon hearing that Peach Blossom Desserts wanted to book a banquet, he ordered his men to reserve the best private room. Not only that, he also came out to greet them personally.

"Mr. Qian, I wouldn't dare trouble you."

Boss Qian ushered Tong Huaqiong and her entourage into a private room and personally poured Tong Huaqiong a cup of tea.

Tong Huaqiong politely declined.

"It's alright, it's alright. We'll be neighbors from now on, so we should naturally look out for each other," Boss Qian said with a smile. "There's one more thing I need to discuss with Manager Tong. From now on, our Fenglelou pastries will rely more on Peach Blossom Desserts."

Tong Huaqiong smiled; this was another big business deal.

Mr. Qian meant that from now on, Fenglelou's pastries would be ordered from Taohua Dessert Shop.

Given Fenglelou's reputation and customer traffic, Taohua Desserts is simply out of its league.

This collaboration will not only allow Peach Blossom Desserts to make money, but also allow Tong Huaqiong to use the fact that Fenglelou ordered pastries from Peach Blossom Desserts as a gimmick for a marketing campaign.

Tong Huaqiong excitedly shook the boss's hand and thanked him repeatedly.

When Mr. Qian's hand was held by Tong Huaqiong's warm hand, the warmth flowed from his palm to his heart, and the old widower Mr. Qian couldn't help but blush.

Tong Huaqiong thought it was because Boss Qian was a bit fat and afraid of the heat.

"Serve the food, serve the food."

Boss Qian loudly called out to the waiter.

Most families in Qinghewan are not wealthy and can only afford to eat meat a few times a year. Therefore, Tong Huaqiong specifically instructed Gu Dashu to order plenty of meat dishes and only add two symbolic plates of vegetables.

Therefore, the Gu family didn't think much of the feast on the table, but the temporary workers, including Liu Qiaoyun, Gu Xiaocao, and Liu Yue'e's brother and sister-in-law, were all stunned.

They couldn't help but marvel at how generous Tong Dajiao was. From now on, if anyone in the village speaks ill of Tong Dajiao, they would definitely rush out to control the public opinion.

This huge table of meat and dishes surpasses any family's feast in Qinghewan.

Besides meat and vegetables, there were also several large jars of wine.

Of course, this wine was made at Taohua Dessert Shop; it was a discounted gift from Ma Huateng when he sold his shop to Tong Huaqiong. "What are you standing there for? Come on, let's eat," Tong Huaqiong called out to everyone.

"Mom, wait a minute, let's have a drink." Gu Dashu poured wine for everyone and reminded Tong Huaqiong while holding his glass.

"Alright, come on, everyone raise your glasses, let's have a toast." Tong Huaqiong raised her glass.

Everyone raised their glasses and clinked them together, all staring intently at Tong Huaqiong.

Tong Huaqiong was both amused and exasperated; they were just waiting for her to say something.

"Eat and drink well, everyone." Tong Huaqiong was so hungry that she really didn't want to give a toast.

"Wishing Peach Blossom Desserts business continued success."

May your wealth increase significantly.

"The flow of passengers is like the sea."

Led by Ma Huateng, Liu Qiaoyun and other hired workers said auspicious words to Tong Huaqiong.

As soon as the toast was finished, everyone picked up their chopsticks.

Everyone was starving after a long day, and the aroma of meat and dishes wafting from the table whetted their appetites. Chopsticks rained down on the meat.

They ate meat and drank alcohol at the same time.

Tong Huaqiong was extremely satisfied, feeling just as content as when she received her college entrance exam scores in her previous life and was admitted to her desired university and major.

She had been in this world for less than six months when she became a business owner with property and business.

That feels so fulfilling!

After everyone had eaten their fill, they began to toast Tong Huaqiong. Several of the "bad boys" had tears in their eyes and cried out for their mother. Gu Jingzhe spoke on behalf of the "bad boys," first apologizing for their past misdeeds, then thanking Tong Huaqiong for leading them onto the right path, and finally expressing their determination to work hard and live a good life in the future.

These few wicked bamboo stalks have finally gotten back on the right track.

Tong Huaqiong was filled with pride.

Next, Liu Qiaoyun and the other staff members of Peach Blossom Dessert toasted Tong Huaqiong, while Ma Huateng spoke on behalf of the staff, accurately conveying everyone's gratitude to Tong Huaqiong for recognizing their talent.

"Sister-in-law, now you believe my mother-in-law is no ordinary person, right? Why don't you talk to my brother about working at Peach Blossom Dessert Shop from now on?" Liu Yue'e whispered to her sister-in-law, Hu, when they were almost finished eating.

Liu Shan and his wife, surnamed Hu, were both temporary workers brought in by Tong Huaqiong to help out temporarily.

She originally came with the intention of helping out, but now that she sees how popular Peach Blossom Dessert is and how much of a transformation Tong Huaqiong has undergone, she naturally wants to stay and work at Peach Blossom Dessert.

Ms. Hu felt that working with Tong Huaqiong was better than going to the mountains to burn charcoal.

“Of course we want to work with Aunt Tong,” Hu Shi said honestly to her sister-in-law, picking up a large piece of mutton and eating it with relish.

Having been married into the Liu family in Qinghewan for so many years, the Liu family is considered well-off, but this is the first time they've ever had such a feast of meat.

This is all thanks to my sister-in-law's mother-in-law.

"I'll tell my mother-in-law later," Liu Yue'e said happily.

After being married into the Gu family for so many years, she can finally hold her head high in her own family.

Her brother and sister-in-law both depend on her.

Madam Hu whispered a reminder to Liu Yue'e: "You'd better know your place. Don't forget, this shop belongs to your mother-in-law. Don't think your sister-in-law is being rude. You have no right to speak at Peach Blossom Dessert Shop. Your brother and I think it's good to work at Peach Blossom Dessert Shop, but we don't want you to be embarrassed in front of your mother-in-law."

Hearing the conversation between the two women, Liu Shan hurriedly stopped Liu Yue'e, saying, "This matter is not urgent. Don't go and say anything. What if Aunt Tong thinks we are not good enough or doesn't need us? Wouldn't that be awkward for you? Let your sister-in-law and I help out for a few days, and then we'll go and ask Aunt Tong ourselves. If Aunt Tong thinks we are good enough, she will naturally keep us. If she is not satisfied and doesn't keep us, it's no big deal."

Liu Yue'e nodded, feeling that her brother and sister-in-law were always thinking of her best interests.

What Hu didn't know was that Tong Huaqiong had already been secretly keeping an eye on her and Liu Shan.

Tong Huaqiong was very satisfied with the couple's work throughout the day, and she was even more pleased to hear her speak with such tact.

What a life Liu Yue'e has! She has loving parents and understanding older brothers and sisters-in-law.

Tong Huaqiong decided to observe the couple for a while longer before officially appointing them as official spouses.

(End of this chapter)