Jilted by Day, Cuddled At Night-Chapter 35 You Need to Learn How to Pamper Your Wife
These three had successfully shut their mouths, but their expressions varied greatly.
Su Man, of course, had the darkest face among them.
Su Wan walked over to Grandpa Su, "Grandpa, His Majesty and the Queen are very approachable. They even told me they’d like to try the dishes made by your hands again."
Once upon a time, Gu Zilan gave a lecture in the Sanxing District, and at noon, he dined at the Su Family restaurant, where Grandpa Su had been the chef.
Grandpa Su was suddenly a little overwhelmed with honor. He smiled, his eyes crinkling into thin lines.
Grandpa Su sighed, "I didn’t expect that His Majesty would still remember me. With that said, when our branch restaurant opens, His Majesty will probably take notice. Xiaowan, you’ll be in charge of the opening ceremony of the branch."
Grandpa Su, once silent, now made a definitive statement with his words.
Even Su Zhen and Su Teng had no chance to rebut.
If the opening of the Su Family’s branch restaurant was to catch His Majesty’s attention, then it was only natural for Su Wan to preside over it.
Su Teng was more concerned about the cooking. He said, "Since it’s settled, I will prepare the menu for the opening day ahead of time. Xiaoman, you come with me to decide on the menu."
Though the menu was also important, suddenly it became just a support and assistance for Su Wan. Xiaoman could no longer muster a feigned smile.
But she did not want to give up just like that.
Su Man lifted her head and asked Su Wan, "Sister, if you are hosting the restaurant’s opening, will your husband come that day?"
Su Wan looked up at her.
His Majesty and the Queen would definitely not come.
Although Gu Jue was also a member of the Royal Family and the First Commander, he was also Su Wan’s husband.
Up until now, everyone believed there must be more to the marriage between Su Wan and Commander Gu.
Su Man didn’t believe the Empire’s War God could fall in love with Su Wan, a sickling!
So, she raised a smiling face, naively saying, "Surely your husband will come, after all, it’s the opening ceremony hosted by you, Sister. Even if he can’t be there in person, he could at least send a projection, right?"
Su Wan appeared puzzled, "Su Man, why do I find you’re solely interested in your brother-in-law?"
The fake smile on Su Man’s face was about to crack again.
It was Su Zhen who spoke next, "Xiaoman is also considering the best for the restaurant. If the Commander is available, then let’s trouble him a bit. It would be beneficial for our Su Family restaurant."
Su Wan’s face was calm, "I will ask him if he is available."
Su Zhen nodded and said nothing more.
And Su Man, believing she had created a problem for Su Wan, left satisfied with Su Teng, while Su Zhen busied himself with other matters.
Su Wan approached Grandpa Su and poured him tea, her demeanor completely calm and composed.
Grandpa Su commented, "People who cause you trouble will make you advance."
Su Wan smiled, "Grandpa, I understand. But once I really grow stronger, they can go rest in the corner, right?"
Grandpa Su recognized the ambition in his granddaughter’s eyes.
He nodded, "By that time, your father can retire, too."
Su Wan smiled, "Grandpa, I will work hard."
Actually, Grandpa Su had been quite satisfied with his son, otherwise, he wouldn’t have allowed him to manage the Su Family restaurant for so many years.
But these recent years, Su Zhen had been deliberately nurturing Su Man, which displeased Grandpa Su. When Xiaowan was ill and unconscious, it was one thing.
But now that Xiaowan was healthy, why were Su Zhen’s heart and eyes filled only with that adopted daughter?
Grandpa Su lamented, "If your father makes a folly of his affections, I can’t do anything about it. But regarding who makes decisions for the Su Family restaurant, it’s not his turn yet."
Of course, the old man was very cautious, and he had to test whether his granddaughter truly possessed the necessary ability.
The branch in the First District was to serve as a touchstone.
After taking a sip of tea, the Old Master said leisurely, "If it turns out that you’re not more capable than Su Man, then I won’t be able to help you, Xiaowan. I can’t let the Su Family restaurant go out of business. Do you understand what Grandpa is saying?"
Su Wan nodded obediently, "Grandpa, I understand everything. You can rest assured."
Su Man thought that with all her scheming and by winning so many people over, she would get the restaurant?
Don’t even think about it!
As for her parents’ relationship, Su Wan decided that no matter what her mother chose to do, she would fully support her mother with both hands and feet!
Su Wan quickly familiarized herself with everything about the branch and even researched the sales situation of the restaurants online, as well as the taste preferences of the residents of the First Star District.
When she went to the kitchen, she saw Su Teng teaching Su Man how to stir-fry shredded potatoes.
Potatoes were a very resilient plant, popular among the residents of the Interstellar Federation because they were filling and could be made into a variety of delicious dishes.
Although Su Man had mastered the basic cooking techniques, her dish turned out mushy because she couldn’t control the heat properly.
Su Man was slightly depressed and said quietly, "I didn’t do well."
"It’s okay, it’s already quite good. For the heat control, you just need more practice. Anyway, being able to cook makes you better than Xiaoman in that aspect," Su Teng reassured.
Listening to Su Teng’s praise, Su Man cheered up again.
Su Wan let out a soft chuckle and turned to leave.
Blind confidence is really scary.
She busied herself for a full two hours before she had reviewed all the information.
However, the survey on the taste preferences of the residents of the First Star District was not out yet, so the final menu for the opening day was still uncertain.
Regarding pricing, she also needed to consider the prices of other branches. Of course, the consumption patterns of the First District residents were the main reference point.
There were the Royal Family, the military sector, and various nobilities in the area.
Prices were high, but so were the demands!
While Su Wan was busy with the opening, Gu Jue, having finished his military duties, returned to his cold and desolate mansion.
Looking at White Tiger, who came to greet him, Gu Jue handed his military cap over, "Where is my wife?"
White Tiger: "Earlier, I dropped the mistress off at the Su Family restaurant. At this hour, she’s either still at the Su Family restaurant or has already gone back to school."
Gu Jue’s movements slightly paused, and he frowned slightly, "Why doesn’t she want to move in?"
White Tiger seemed frustrated enough to shed fur, if it had any.
White Tiger: "Oh, my master, the mistress thinks you don’t want to divorce her only because she can make your exclusive medicine. You need to explain clearly, so she doesn’t misunderstand."
Gu Jue’s eyes grew colder. He was a man who could kill fierce giant bugs with his bare hands and who could survive alone on desolate wandering planets for days on end.
But he seemed a bit helpless with this delicate small wife!
White Tiger actively offered advice: "Master, you have to learn how to please your wife. Otherwise, the Emperor has been married for many years; he must have a lot of experience. Why don’t you ask him for advice?"
Gu Jue’s eyes darkened unpleasantly as he looked at White Tiger.
White Tiger understood immediately and said very thoughtfully: "Master, you don’t have to bring yourself into it; just say you have a friend who quarreled with his wife and she won’t come home. Ask what should be done in such a situation."
Gu Jue: ... 𝚏𝕣𝐞𝗲𝐰𝕖𝐛𝐧𝕠𝕧𝚎𝚕.𝐜𝚘𝗺
A few minutes later, Gu Zilan, who had just finished a day of state affairs and returned to his wife and children, prepared to rest well, received a call from his dear uncle.
Gu Jue: My friend quarreled with his wife, and she is not coming home. What should he do?
Gu Zilan looked at the message from his uncle and turned to Queen Luo Manya to complain, "Uncle can’t even manage this, can he? They’ve just gotten married and are already fighting, so much that he’s driven his wife away!"
