What Kind of Takeout Did the Lu Family Order Today?

I saw Old Madam Zhou and several other ladies chatting and laughing together.

One woman said, "I think what you said was very accurate. You said I would have a son, and this time I really did give birth to a son."

"Yes! The fortune teller is truly amazing; she actually knew that grain prices would drop soon. She's incredible."

Old Madam Zhou said modestly, "Not at all, I was just telling the truth."

Zhou Wanwan Old Madam Zhou as she looked at Old Madam Zhou, who was dressed in fine silks and satins, adorned with jewels.

She looked at Zhou Wanwan and said, "Wanwan! Didn't you see Grandma? You didn't even say hello."

The other women chimed in, "She says she can tell fortunes! I don't think she's nearly as accurate as you."

"If she could really tell fortunes, how could she have predicted her own fate and ended up in the cold palace? That's completely unbelievable."

"I heard that your granddaughter learned fortune-telling from you."

Old Madam Zhou shook her head and said:

"No, no, no, that's her own skill. How could I possibly teach her?"

Now she's cut ties with our family and doesn't visit anymore. Her whole family looks down on us poor relatives."

The women around them pointed and whispered, "I can't believe Zhou Wanwan actually did it. What an ingrate!"

"I heard that her parents never visit Old Madam Zhou. It's too much. After all, they raised her all these years."

"They're the son and daughter-in-law of the Princess now, why would they have time to care about us? Liu Su'e is no ordinary person now."

"What's so special about a country woman?"

Everyone saw Liu Su'e walking over, accompanied by several ladies.

She looked at Zhou Wanwan and said, "What are you doing at the Flower-Adorning Banquet? You silly girl, you didn't even tell me you were coming."

Zhou Wanwan smiled and said, "Mom, you look so beautiful today!"

Liu Su'e patted her hand and said, "There are so many people here, don't talk nonsense."

Madam Lu smiled and said:

"Since you're all here, let's go sit in the flower hall!"

I've had some tea brewed for you to try. It's this year's new tea, and it tastes quite good.

Everyone knows that Madam Lu's tea-making skills are exceptional.

Madam Shen, dressed in a moon-white jacket and skirt with subtle patterns, sat gracefully on a pearwood chair, her hair adorned only with a single white jade hairpin, exuding a simple and dignified air.

She first poured boiling water from the silver kettle, then carefully poured it over the small purple clay teapot and white porcelain teacups, her wrist turning gracefully.

Take another pinch of pre-rain Longjing tea and slowly drop it into the teapot; the leaves unfurl.

Then, the silver kettle was lifted, and boiling water was poured high into it, creating a misty atmosphere and instantly spreading the aroma of tea.

She waited quietly for a moment before taking the teapot handle and steadily pouring the tea into the fairness cup, then distributing it to small cups. Every gesture she made exuded the Congrong and refinement of a lady from a distinguished family.

Madam Lu looked at them and said, "Everyone, please try it."

Everyone around praised, "Madam Lu is truly amazing; she brewed such delicious tea."

"I think so too. We've learned these etiquette rules since we were little, unlike some people who come from the countryside and probably have never even seen them before."

Madam Lu covered her mouth and chuckled, "Don't be so blunt! Maybe they learned it in the countryside!"

These words were all directed at Liu Su'e. Liu Su'e stood up and said:

"You're talking about brewing tea! I've only learned a few basic things."

"How about I give it a try? But I have my own preferred tea set, I don't know if it will work."

Madam Lu laughed and said, "Why can't we use it? Go ahead and use it! The point of us all sitting together is to have a good time."

Liu Su'e slowly took out her own special tea set.

This tea set is pure white, smooth and delicate, with faint gold lines adorning it. It is small and exquisite in design.

It's clearly a fine item from the imperial palace; it looks exceptionally precious and elegant.

She then took out an exquisite little tea caddy, opened the lid, and inside was the finest imperial tribute tea, exclusively for the royal family.

The tea leaves are fresh, tender, and plump, and their aroma is delightful; you can't buy them anywhere else, no matter how much money you have.

Liu Su'e first poured hot water into the white porcelain teacup to scald it, then poured the water out, her movements gentle and graceful.

Next, grab a handful of fine tribute tea and put it into the bowl, then slowly pour boiling water into the kettle.

The water flowed gently and gracefully, and her every move was elegant and poised. She brewed tea with effortless skill, and her demeanor and bearing surpassed even that of Madam Lu beside her, exuding an air of sophistication.

So some people muttered softly, "She doesn't seem like she's from the countryside at all. She looks like a lady from a wealthy family."

"I think she made it even better than Madam Lu! Zhou Wanwan."

"Who can disagree! That's really impressive!"

Liu Su'e looked at them and said, "Everyone, please try the tea I brewed."

Everyone picked up their teacups, their eyes narrowing.

One lady remarked, "I just saw this tea set; it's very nice. I wonder where it came from."

Liu Su'e smiled and said:

"A new shop has opened in Beijing that specializes in pottery, called Pottery Delight Pavilion."

These items were all purchased from the Pottery Delight Pavilion; you can go and take a look when you have time.

Pottery Delight Pavilion? I've never heard of it.

"I don't think I've heard of it either."

A lady suddenly said, "Oh! I know Pottery Delight Pavilion you're talking about. Their porcelain bowls are especially beautiful; I always buy bowls from them."

"I really think this tea set is beautiful. How about we go to the Pottery Delight Pavilion to check it out next time?"

Everyone nodded in agreement. Pottery Delight Pavilion was their property, so Liu Su'e naturally wanted to advertise it.

Now she's learned her lesson; she does exactly what Zhou Wanwan does.

Madam Lu looked at her and said, "Madam Zhou is quite capable; no wonder the Eldest Princess likes you!"

Liu Su'e smiled faintly and remained silent.

Madam Lu looked at them and said, "Alright, we can take our seats now. Today we ordered takeout from Xie Cheng'en Young Master Xie's family."

"Oh my! To be honest, I also ate Xie Family's takeout a few days ago, and it's really just as good as Zhou Family's takeout."

"The Zhou Family can't do takeout anymore! It's because they were too conspicuous!"

"He's just a kid. How well can he manage a food delivery business? It'll go bankrupt sooner or later."

"Shall we go see what kind of takeout the Lu Family ordered today?"

Madam Lu ordered a rather high-end takeout meal this time, costing 200 taels per table, but it was well worth it for this one table.

This banquet cost a full two hundred taels of silver, and the table was filled with rare seafood; the scale of the feast was astonishing.

Eight seafood side dishes were laid out on the table first, including cold jellyfish salad, clams, fresh scallops, braised prawns, and refreshing razor clams. Each dish was refreshing and delicious, and looked very tempting.

One hot dish after another was served, all of them rare seafood delicacies.

The first dish served was the Dahai, with a rich and flavorful broth that was soft, tender, and nourishing.

Next up was an enormous braised abalone, with thick, firm flesh and an incredibly rich and fragrant flavor.

There was also a large plate Manman crabs, Manman crab roe and crab fat, and smelling incredibly fresh.

The whole fresh steamed fish was tender and fresh, with no fishy smell at all.

Braised prawns, stir-fried squid rolls, pan-fried anchovies, braised oysters, and stir-fried clams—all sorts of seafood filled the table.

In addition, a delicious seafood soup was prepared, made with plenty of ingredients, and tasted exceptionally sweet.

The table was laden with wine, fruit, and nuts, Manman almost all of it was seafood, all of which were top-quality goods transported from afar.