Stepping into the private dining room, they were greeted by a rosewood table and eight armchairs—a level of luxury that was absolute top-tier for that era.
Glancing at the menu, Lai Xingfu rubbed his hands together and ordered two dishes: braised bear's paw with orchid garnish, and hazel grouse and white mushroom soup.
To be fair, Lai Xingfu was a true gourmet. These two dishes could only be eaten back then; after 1988, bear's paw dishes were banned, marking the beginning of nationwide hunting prohibitions.
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