Divorced by her husband's family and rejected by her own! She defiantly turned her life around

Liu Siyue brought over pen, ink, paper, and inkstone. Wang Qing'an wrote out the contract, and he and the village chief signed and pressed their fingerprints on it. The matter was settled.

Wang Qing'an took out five 100-tael silver notes and handed them to the village chief.

The village chief's hand trembled slightly as she held the silver notes; she couldn't believe they had made money like this.

He handed the banknote to Liu Siyue, saying, "Siyue, please keep this banknote safe. I'm afraid I'll lose it and then I won't be able to explain it to the villagers."

"Okay, I'll keep it for you, but you'll have to find an accountant as soon as possible."

"Okay, I understand. If there's nothing else, I'll be going now. I need to arrange the charcoal making."

"Uncle Village Chief, please don't leave. This is Young Master Wang's first time here, and he has already closed his first deal with us. Why don't you all have a meal at my house?"

"Okay, let's have a meal together."

When Wang Zhilan and the others arrived, it was already midday. They chatted for a while and then went to look at the charcoal. By then, it was well past lunchtime.

Liu Siyue poured everyone a cup of tea and said with a smile, "You must all be starving, right? It's your first time visiting and you're all hungry. I'm so sorry. Please wait a little longer, lunch will be ready soon."

Madam Wang smiled and said, "It's alright, we already ate when we came from the county town. Business is more important."

In the past, their family would always have one table of food, and everyone would eat together. But today, because they had guests, they split into two tables: one for the men and one for the women. The men ate in the main room, while the women ate in the kitchen.

As soon as more than a dozen dishes were served, the rich aroma immediately whetted everyone's appetite.

The Wang family owns a restaurant and has tasted all sorts of fine food, but seeing this table full of dishes, each one was exquisite in color, aroma, and taste.

Master Wang couldn't help but praise, "I never imagined that your family had such good cooking skills, they're even comparable to the chefs in restaurants."

Liu Dawang chuckled foolishly, "These are all just kids' wild ideas. How can they compare to the chefs in the restaurants? Master Wang, Young Master Wang, please don't look down on us. We country folk are not like city folks. We don't have much to offer, so please make do with what we have."

"It's cold, eat quickly, otherwise the food will get cold and won't taste good."

"Alright, alright, let's all eat together." Master Wang and Young Master Wang were very easygoing, but Liu Dawang, the village chief, Shi Tou, and Man Cang were all very reserved, and no one dared to pick up their chopsticks first.

Seeing everyone so reserved, Master Wang quickly urged them to eat, feeling as if he had become the host of the house.

Young Master Wang and Master Wang tasted every dish and couldn't help but marvel at how talented this person was at cooking; it was a pity he wasn't a chef in a restaurant.

Young Master Wang couldn't help but praise, "This dish tastes excellent. It uses some very expensive ingredients, yet it tastes like expensive ingredients."

"Uncle Liu, may I ask who cooked these dishes?"

"It was my eldest daughter who did it, and his younger sisters helped him."

"Uncle Liu, to be honest, my family owns a restaurant. Miss Liu's skills are wasted if she doesn't become the head chef. I wonder if Miss Liu would be willing to work as the head chef at our restaurant? The wages will definitely not be unfair to her."

"I don't know, you'll have to ask her yourself."

The village chief, Shi Tou, and Man Cang were already drooling over the delicious food. Because there were guests, they didn't dare to eat freely. They ate in small bites, just a little bit at a time. The Da Wang family and Uncle Da Wang's family are really living a good life!

The village chief used to work as a waiter in a restaurant. He can tell if a dish is good or not just by smelling it. Da Wang is really living a life of luxury. Every day is like going to a restaurant.

Although Shi Tou and Man Cang had never eaten at a fancy restaurant, they had heard people say that this food was even better than what they had in restaurants. The chicken, duck, and fish tasted amazing, unlike what they made at home, which was not tasty at all and could only be described as cooked and tasted like meat.

The women at the table were also full of praise. Madam Wang and Wang Zhilan were practically showering Liu Ruyun with compliments, and Madam Feng was beaming with joy, saying that all her daughters were wonderful.

"It's such a waste that Sister Ruyun's cooking skills aren't used to make her a head chef. Why don't you come and work as the head chef at our restaurant?"

"If you work at our restaurant, you'll definitely be treated well."

Liu Ruyun felt a little embarrassed by what she said. She looked at Siyue, whose goal for her was to open her own restaurant where she could make all the decisions herself.

She smiled faintly at Zhilan, "Miss Wang, you flatter me. I have no intention of becoming a chef; I just want to stay at home and take care of my parents."

Seeing that the other person was unwilling, Wang Zhilan did not insist. She smiled and said, "It's alright. If Sister Ruyun ever wants to show off her cooking skills, our restaurant's doors will always be open for you."

"Thank you, Miss Wang."

After the meal, everyone went to the main room, sat down, and rested with tea.

The village chief quickly said goodbye to everyone, saying he was going to check on the brickyard. Liu Siyue didn't try to keep him any longer and told them to leave immediately.

Wang Qing'an then mentioned his desire to hire Liu Ruyun as head chef. Wang Zhilan smiled and said, "We siblings are really on the same page. Big brother, how come you're thinking the same thing as me? I'm afraid your hopes will be dashed again!"

I already mentioned this to Ruyun during dinner, and she has no intention of becoming a head chef.

"Oh, that's such a pity. Such excellent craftsmanship is hidden in these mountains and fields, like a pearl covered in dust."

I have another idea, I wonder if you agree?

Liu Siyue looked at Wang Qing'an and guessed what he probably wanted to say. A businessman is a businessman; he can find business opportunities to make money anywhere. Since he couldn't poach her older sister, he wanted to buy her vegetable recipes again.

Then Wang Qing'an said, "I really like the dishes you made today. I would like to know your recipes. Would you agree?"

Don't worry, I definitely won't take it for free; I'll buy it with money.

Liu Siyue had an "I knew it" expression on her face, and Wang Qing'an felt a little embarrassed. He felt like he had been seen through at a glance. He really didn't expect that Liu Siyue was so amazing that she could see through his thoughts. This person was extraordinary.

Liu Siyue looked embarrassed. "Young Master Wang, I'm really sorry, we don't sell this recipe."

These are all things that my eldest cousin researched over many years; they are as precious as her children.

"If the time is right in the future, we also plan to open a restaurant. Perhaps we'll even become competitors. At that time, Young Master Wang, please go easy on us."

"Anyone can do business in this world; there's no question of showing mercy or leniency. Everyone relies on their own abilities."

"I admire your magnanimity, Young Master Wang. Please choose any dish from the table today and present it to you."

Young Master Wang and Master Wang both laughed heartily. "Miss Liu has an extraordinary demeanor, not inferior to any man. It will be difficult for her to fail in business in the future. Lan'er, you should learn from your good sister."

"Dad, I'm all grown up now, and you still criticize me? Can't you give me any face?"

Master Wang laughed again, "No matter how old you are, in your father's eyes you will always be a child."

Watching the interaction between the father and daughter, Liu Siyue felt very envious. Once upon a time, she also had such a happy and warm home.

My sister is so lucky. She's probably been pampered since she was little. Even though she's in her thirties, she's still so cared for by her parents and brothers. Many women would never dream of such a thing.

Wang Qing'an also smiled and said, "Miss Liu is exceptionally intelligent. My younger sister has been spoiled by us since she was a child. She is simple-minded, impulsive, and acts without considering the consequences. I hope Miss Liu can give her more guidance in the future."

Wang Zhilan glanced at her older brother, "Brother, am I really as bad as you say?"

"No, no, it's your fault, brother. My sister is the best."