Courtyard House: A System Connecting Two Worlds, Resources for the Nation

"Did he really say that?"

Zhao Pan'er frowned slightly as she listened to Song Yinzhang return from Zhang Haohao and relay what Chi Pan had said.

If what Chi Pan said was true and he was just trying to remind her, then the operation of the teahouse will need to be adjusted.

"Wow! This shop is quite nice! Madam Zhao, brew us a pot of tea and a plate of good pastries!"

Just as she was hesitating, a familiar voice came from outside the door, and Zhou Feng walked in with Tie Jianguo and Bai Lang in a swagger.

"Master Zhou, when did you return?"

Zhao Pan'er, who was originally serving tea customers, suddenly smiled and stood in front of Zhou Feng as her clothes fluttered in the wind.

These past few days, although she had been busy running the shop with Sun San Niang and others, she had always been thinking about Zhou Feng.

Having been supported all the way from Qiantang to Tokyo, the absence of Zhou Feng made her feel somewhat uneasy.

"I just got back. I heard you bought a shop here, so I came to check it out."

Zhou Feng followed Zhao Pan'er to a private tea room and sat down. He then leaned close to her and whispered, "I'll have a pot of tea and some snacks here before I go to the palace to see the Emperor!"

Zhao Pan'er was stunned for a moment, and looked at Zhou Feng with surprise. The latter, however, remained calm and even reached out to tuck her messy bangs behind her ear.

Feeling Zhou Feng's fingers brush across her forehead, Zhao Pan'er's pretty face flushed red, and she couldn't suppress the smile on her lips: "Please wait a moment, my lord, I'll be right back."

This week, the official returned to Tokyo. Before even entering the palace to meet the emperor, he came to her place first.

This level of attention struck a chord with Zhao Pan'er, and a surge of joy welled up within her.

With a bright smile on her face, she went to the kitchen to give Sun San Niang some instructions, and then brought her treasured tea set to Zhou Feng's tea room.

"What's wrong with Pan'er?"

Sun San Niang asked the person next to her with some curiosity.

This was the first time she had ever seen Zhao Pan'er so happy!

"It's Master Zhou who's back; he's in the tea room up ahead."

Sun San Niang suddenly realized what was going on and quickly started making tea and snacks.

Since it is Master Zhou who has returned, these snacks cannot be the same as those for ordinary tea drinkers; they must be made with great care.

When she brought the tea and snacks into the tea room, Zhou Feng was talking to Zhao Pan'er.

"You and Third Sister were already running a teahouse business in Qiantang, so it's perfectly reasonable for you to open another shop in Tokyo. However, our family has no shortage of gold and silver, so it doesn't matter how much we earn."

"You can hire some tea masters and have Third Sister train some apprentices. That way, you can treat it as a hobby and not miss out on enjoying life."

Hearing Zhou Feng mention her in his words, Sun Sanniang's expression became slightly unnatural, but she still carried the tray into the room: "Master Zhou, these are some of my latest desserts, please try them!"

Zhou Feng nodded, picked one up, and put it in his mouth.

The flavor is on the delicate side, with a hint of floral and fruity fragrance.

His preference for heavy oil and salt in Northeast China made it a little difficult to get used to, but it was by no means unpalatable; it had a unique flavor.

"Not bad, not bad. I saw a lot of seasonings and dessert recipes on this trip. I'll bring some back for Third Aunt next time, so we can enjoy them in the future."

Zhou Feng's words were somewhat rash.

Sun San Niang isn't his household cook, so how could she expect to have a good meal later?

However, the other party did not seem to want to refute, but instead bowed to Zhou Feng and said, "You are too kind, Mr. Zhou. Please continue your conversation. I have to go now."

Before leaving, she gave Zhao Pan'er a wink.

After so many years of being sisters, some things don't need to be said; a single glance is enough for the other to understand.

Just like Sun San Niang's wink just now, it was full of teasing.

Zhao Pan'er blushed and looked at Zhou Feng: "Judging from what you just said, Master Zhou, are you still planning to leave Tokyo?"

"Yes, I will be leaving in the next couple of days. But don't worry, Pan'er, I will be back soon."

Zhou Feng's words slightly eased Zhao Pan'er's joyful expression, but she was not the short-sighted type who insisted on keeping a man by her side. On the contrary, she was a virtuous and capable assistant who could support a man's career.

So she simply poured Zhou Feng a cup of tea silently, raised the cup with both hands, and said, "I wish you a safe journey and all the best, Mr. Zhou."

"it is good."

The two men lightly clinked their teacups, and a hint of embarrassment flashed across Zhou Feng's face.

He was going back to the Siheyuan world to marry Bai Ling, and Zhao Pan'er wished him all the best, which was rather strange.

"Pan'er, you can run this teahouse as you please. Before long, it will become the best in the entire city of Tokyo."

Zhou Feng smiled as he finished his tea and snacks, then reached out and ruffled Zhao Pan'er's hair before getting up and walking outside.

Tie Jianguo and Chen Xiao had already parked their carriage at the entrance and were waiting.

Zhao Pan'er stared intently at Zhou Feng's retreating figure. Although she didn't understand what he meant, she still smiled and felt happy.

Zhou Feng doesn't understand the ways of business, nor does he know how to run a teahouse.

But he knew that once the plan succeeded, he would be the emperor of the new dynasty, and Zhao Pan'er would naturally have to enter the palace as empress.

The teahouse that the Empress once ran was always packed with customers, no matter where it was located.

"Boss, are there any instructions from home?"

After not seeing him for a few days, Chen Xiao looked at Zhou Feng with some curiosity. They had almost adapted to this world.

Through Xiao Qinyan, about one-third of the officials in the court established connections with them; the rest were simply the upright officials and the eunuch faction.

"It's nothing, I just brought you a lot more individual equipment and weapons, which are in the third courtyard. Just remember to check and receive them."

It's fortunate that this is the Song Dynasty, otherwise Zhou Feng and his group would have been spotted from the air long ago, given that they bought so many large houses outside the capital city of Tokyo and filled them with equipment and vehicles!

"I've come back this time for two reasons. First, to deliver a batch of equipment to you. Second, to strengthen our ties with the Song Dynasty government to facilitate your mission here. Next, I need to return to the Courtyard World; there are some very important matters there."

"Yes! Please be sure to take care!"

Seeing Chen Xiao's serious expression, Tie Jianguo's lips twitched involuntarily.

Getting married in a traditional courtyard house is... probably... quite an important event! After all, you only get to do it once, twice, or three times in your life, right?

He couldn't guarantee it wouldn't be someone else.

But judging from this leader's behavior in the courtyard world, it's really uncertain how many times he's been married and how many wives he has!

The carriage slowly drove towards the palace. After Zhou Feng lifted the curtain, the gatekeepers immediately let him through. At the same time, someone else rushed to report to the inner city.