Li Zihan followed closely, shaking his head repeatedly.
Not to mention that the store is small, it doesn't even have a decent door. Instead, it just uses a wooden board and engraved a few words randomly to become the signboard.
However, it's a different scene after entering.
A row of people stood neatly, each in silence.
At the front of them was a dark, thin old man.
The coarse cloth clothes are wrinkled, the cuffs are rolled up to the elbow joint, one foot is stepping on a long stool, and the other foot is stepping on the dented bluestone.
Beside him was a big yellow dog, lying lazily.
The big bones in the food bowl were so piled up that they almost popped out, but they didn't even move to take a bite.
Seeing someone coming in, he groaned.
The old man patted it twice, and the big yellow dog continued to lie down.
"Grandpa, can I jump in line?"
Tang Xiaowan's voice was loud, and her little hand was still playing with an unedged hunting knife as she spoke.
The knife was like a toy in her hand.
Li Zihan: "..."
Bailong: "..."
Everyone turned back at the same time, and then looked at Old Man Cui at the same time.
What followed was a whispering discussion.
——It’s so rare to jump in line so blatantly!
——That is, everyone is there!
——I’ve been here since five o’clock, and I haven’t eaten yet!
——Not bad, me too!
Old Man Cui glanced at everyone, then dipped his kitchen knife into the water and replied calmly, "No."
"Grandpa, look, I have this."
While talking, Tang Xiaowan took out a card.
Everyone was shocked!
"The little lotus has just revealed its sharp corners, and a dragonfly has already stood on it."
This poem is also available in the shop. It is carved on a wooden board and is standing behind Old Man Cui.
The pen moves like a dragon and a snake, vigorous and powerful!
In fact, Tang Xiaowan didn't know that it was of such great use. She just thought that since there was a kitchen knife graphic printed on the back of the card, it must be related to the kitchen knife.
At first, she mistakenly thought that the word "zao" meant the first person to come to Liyuan, and the "kitchen knife" meant someone who could cook.
It turns out the two can be combined into one!
This is just one of them. The other one says, "I passed through thousands of flowers, but not a single leaf touched me."
There is a black plum printed on the back.
Seeing that the old man remained silent, Tang Xiaowan asked again, "Grandpa, does this work?"
Old Man Cui glanced at it and replied lazily, "Well, it works, then you can come first."
Those in line also have cards, but the content is different.
"Queue with your card."
The fonts are very random, as if they were scribbled on.
Bai Long on the side had been following Tang Xiaowan since she entered the door, and was directly shocked by her words and deeds.
You know, this knife-sharpening old man Cui is well-known in the world as a ruthless person who doesn't say much and will never wait for someone to order the dishes. However, the girl got the priority with just one card. It's really strange. .
Could it be that Brother Shen had already made arrangements?
No, if that were the case, I wouldn't have specifically told her on the phone that I would protect Miss Tang and satisfy her various requests to the greatest extent possible.
Could it be that she knows him... No, it's absolutely impossible!
At this time, Tang Xiaowan looked confused.
She had no idea what kind of kitchen knife to choose, but due to the large number of people, she had to pretend to be calm and look at it here and there.
A large kitchen knife tied with red silk came into her sight.
That's it, it's a little old, but it's quite thick. I think I can get a lot of money just by selling the iron!
"Grandpa, I want this."
Old Cui looked in the direction pointed by Tang Xiaowan, and his originally calm face gradually became serious.
"Choose another one."
"Thank you grandpa for your kindness. I just like this rusty one."
Old Cui stood up immediately after hearing this.
The kitchen knife in his hand was thrown into the basin with a clang, showing a completely angry but helpless attitude.
Tang Xiaowan touched her nose and smiled.
Just like that, in full view of everyone, Old Man Cui took off the big kitchen knife that had been hanging for decades.
Most of the people queuing up are chefs from high-end hotels or collectors who come here because of its reputation.
At this time, their hearts were full of hatred, especially the person ranked first. They wanted to throw Tang Xiaowan out and stomp on her a few more times.
"Little girl, people have to come first, first served."
The man number one spoke.
When Tang Xiaowan saw the man's arrogant expression, he immediately moved closer to Old Cui and said, "Grandpa, why don't you get it for him first? I can do mine later."
The girl was quite sensible and everyone nodded.
Bai Long, who was about to step forward to help, suddenly took a step back.
I thought to myself, this girl is quite good at behaving well!
"According to the old rules, those with this card will be given priority." Old Man Cui replied coldly, and everyone immediately became much quieter. The man with the first number in the queue remained silent and stood still.
After some careful polishing, the originally rusty kitchen knife looked brand new.
Tang Xiaowan squatted nearby and watched from beginning to end.
Just as his white and tender hands were about to touch, he heard Old Man Cui yelling, "Don't move, it's very sharp!"
"Can I chop the big bones?"
"certainly."
The old man smiled proudly.
I saw Old Man Cui casually taking a bone from the big yellow dog food bowl, and with just a gentle touch, the bone broke, and the incision was very smooth.
Bailong's pupils shrank.
Li Zihan: "Damn, it's so sharp!"
Tang Xiaowan clapped her hands quickly: "Wow, that's great. It will be easier to chew bones in the future. Thank you, grandpa."
"Take it, you're welcome."
Everyone: "..."
Li Zihan paid the money immediately.
He paid double the market price. After all, he jumped in line and had to do something for the sake of face, so as not to embarrass the Li family if they talked about it in the future.
While Old Man Cui was happy to receive the money, Tang Xiaowan lowered her voice and said, "Grandpa, do you know me?"
After saying this, he deliberately moved his face closer.
She was afraid that the old man was presbyopic.
"do not know."
"Did you write the words on this?"
"Yes."
"You wrote it, but you didn't send it?"
The old man paused and touched his gray beard, "That's right. Just pick a time every month and leave it at the door. Whoever picks it up will get it. It's just a card like this in your hand... only one card a month. Zhang, good luck!”
After saying that, there was a burst of hearty laughter.
Everyone: "..."
Everyone was surprised and secretly lamented why such a good thing did not happen to them.
I have long heard that old man Cui has good calligraphy.
Some people who came here to seek swords even specially gave them the Four Treasures of the Study to win over them.
Old Man Cui was very decisive and ignored them all.
Everyone had to start with the big yellow dog.
Unfortunately, without Old Man Cui's order, even if the big bone was put to its mouth, it would not touch it.
No one else has seen the card with the poem written on it.
At this time, Tang Xiaowan was speechless.
How come this old man is more casual than me? Why would he throw such an important thing at the door?
Is the clue just cut off?
Forget it, there are so many people now, I’ll ask again another day.
When leaving, Tang Xiaowan specifically held the card and waved to Old Man Cui.
She thought the card would be taken back, but it turned out that they had no intention of keeping it and just picked up the knife and continued sharpening it.
