Chapter 57

Before dawn the next day, the group pushed their cart to the market to prepare for the grand opening. This time, the stall was located in the produce market, right alongside the vegetable sellers. Instead of the hot meals she had sold at the entrance of the work zone, she was now selling braised meats. The selection included pig’s head, tongue, ears, heart, lungs, and intestines, along with braised chicken, duck, and various vegetable dishes. She had also commissioned a special charcoal-roasting tool for chicken and duck; it wasn't quite ready yet, but once finished, it would be set up in the adjacent spot. On the other side of the stall, there was a dedicated section for chili oil, which came in many varieties and thus required extra hands. At this hour, the market shoppers hadn't arrived yet, but the neighboring vendors were already setting up. Seeing that Li Xiulan was a newcomer with such an elaborate setup, many were filled with curiosity, craning their necks to see what she was selling.