Gourmet: Midnight Vending

Chapter 453 - 385: Temporary Stopover (Part 3)

Hmm... a strong buckwheat flavor.

You can feel that a small amount of wheat flour is mixed in, not only preserving the granular texture of buckwheat bran, but also adding a subtle sandy friction during chewing, along with the fragrance of wheat flour.

Due to the unique dough-making method, there’s a thickness difference at the closed edge of the wrapper, with the thinner parts having a translucent quality, making the texture quite rich.

"Delicious." Chen Mo gave an affirmative reply under the expectant gaze of four people, and then started eating heartily.

Eating each Haozi piece was incredibly satisfying for someone who loves dough-based dishes.

Moreover, Chen Mo could taste the soup base made with shredded radish and beef, cooked together to produce a meat fragrance mixed with a fresh aroma.

He quickly finished the large bowl of Haozi, and the elderly woman was ready to serve him another.

"No, thank you, Auntie, I don’t have a big appetite."

"Oh, come on, young man this big only eating one bowl, that’s not right."

Chen Mo protected the empty bowl, blocking the auntie’s arm, "No, no, no, I’ve really had enough, I usually only eat this much."

The taste and texture were both very nice, that was Chen Mo’s basic impression.

It’s a traditional homemade meal, not particularly mind-blowing, but very homely.

But then.

Isn’t life just like this? Simple and plain, three meals a day, without many things that amaze you.

Seeing Chen Mo’s firm attitude, the elderly woman finally gave up, continuing to serve her two sons and husband.

Soon, the simple meal was finished cleanly.

Everyone wasn’t in a hurry to clean up, Sun Jianhong was jabbering on about something, becoming increasingly excited.

His brother, Sun Jiante, occasionally jumped in loudly, looking displeased.

Chen Mo felt quite awkward sitting there, wanting to find a good moment to say goodbye and leave.

Just then.

Sun Jianhong suddenly switched from dialect to Mandarin, turning to grab Chen Mo’s arm.

"He’s a guest from out of town, let’s see if the guest can judge whether I’m right or if I make sense!"

Ah? This.

Chen Mo felt odd, suddenly getting involved in someone else’s family matters.

But the other three seemed to think Sun Jianhong made some sense and all looked over.

Sun Jiante also switched to Mandarin, starting to speak.

"Guest, could you say, isn’t the current economic situation really not good?"

Chen Mo nodded, then shook his head, "The scope is a bit big, such a big situation, I’m not able to judge."

"Alright, my brother, graduated from vocational school and stayed home for quite a few years, found him several factory jobs but couldn’t stick to them, just insists on starting his own business and becoming a boss, guest, tell me, in this situation, wouldn’t that be asking for trouble?"

Chen Mo thought about it, it seemed quite reasonable.

After all, for a vocational school graduate to succeed in starting a business nowadays, it’s indeed quite challenging, avoiding major losses would be considered lucky.

"What being a boss! I just want to set up a stall, I just want to sell some street food in the city, if you don’t want to lend me money, say so directly, why make up such excuses?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Mo felt the brother was unreasonable.

If he just wants to set up a stall, then he should be supported, as the costs wouldn’t be too high.

"Who said I wouldn’t lend you money? I agree with setting up a stall, but why not sell grilled sausages or something? I’ve told you so many times, what you like to eat others might not necessarily like, especially out-of-towners may definitely not like it, yet you still don’t believe? I can’t watch you lose money!"

Sun Jianhong was so angry his stomach was heaving, he stubbornly believed it was just his brother unwilling to lend him money.

Sun Jiante was also angry, his well-meaning suggestions went unheeded, and was being countered!

The two brothers argued, while the two elderly sat silently, clearly in this household, the elders’ influence had diminished.

The atmosphere became awkward, Chen Mo tentatively asked softly, "How much does setting up a stall cost?"

Sun Jianhong took a deep breath, "Buying a vehicle, a stove, and initial costs total around 3,000 Yuan."

Not much. But Chen Mo knew, for ordinary people, that amount was still significant.

At this moment, Sun Jianhong seemed suddenly inspired.

"That’s not right."

He looked at Sun Jiante with shining eyes, "You said out-of-towners don’t like it? This guest is from out of town, I’ll make it, let him taste it, if he likes it you lend me the money! If he doesn’t, I won’t say anything, okay?"

Sun Jiante hesitated a little, but knowing if he continued opposing, the brothers might end up fighting, nodded, "Alright, if the guest likes it, I’ll give you the money, no need to repay!"

Chen Mo felt overwhelmed, pulled into the situation, now serving as a judge.

Somewhat nervously asked, "What do you plan to sell at your stall?"

Sun Jianhong looked very pleased, smiled confidently at Chen Mo, "It’s the most famous specialty from here!"

"What’s that?"

The round-faced guy was very confident, very steady.

"Urine eggs!"