RPAGF Chapter 354: Tavern Holiday
Chapter 354: Tavern Holiday
The circus ended and the crowd gradually dispersed.
Yuyu watched the sky gradually darken, the lantern in her hand swaying gently in the breeze, and said to everyone, "Okay, let's go back. If we don't go back to the tavern soon, it will be dark."
Everyone nodded in agreement.
Cheng Chumo held several large lanterns in one hand and clapped his hands with the other, saying, "Alright, let's go back quickly. We've been wandering around all afternoon and my stomach is growling. I'm looking forward to the good wine and food in the tavern!"
Qin Huaidao helped Xiaoyu carry some small lanterns and said with a smile, "We've had a great harvest today. When we get back to the tavern, we'll hang these lanterns up and it will definitely be full of the festive atmosphere of the New Year."
Wei Shuyu, Fang Yiai and Li Deyu also followed behind, carrying the lanterns they had chosen, chatting and laughing.
Crown Prince Li Chengqian walked in the middle of the team, looking at this lively and warm scene, his heart full of emotion.
The group walked slowly back along the street. Along the way, the shops on the street lit up their lights, reflecting the lanterns in their hands.
When passing by a pond, the light and shadow of the lanterns were reflected on the water surface, and the ripples were sparkling, which was very beautiful.
Yu Yu couldn't help but stop and admire the beautiful scenery for a while.
The rippling waves and the warm light of the lanterns intertwined, making her intoxicated.
It was not until Cheng Chumo called her from the front that she came to her senses and quickly caught up with the team.
Back at the tavern, everyone placed lanterns of all sizes in the corner, while the diners in the tavern were still toasting each other.
Xiaoyu looked at the lively scene, her heart filled with emotion.
After this group of diners had eaten and drunk their fill and left one after another, Xiaoyu stepped forward, cleared her throat, and said, "Dear diners, thank you all for your care over the past year. Starting today, our tavern will be closed! Everyone go home and have a good New Year's Eve. We'll get together again after the New Year!"
The diners responded and said goodbye to Xiaoyu's family with a smile.
Cheng Chumo took off his coat and sat down on a chair carelessly: "Finally, I can take a break. I've been going to the market and carrying lanterns all day."
Li Hao also sat down, picked up a cup of tea and took a big sip: "Yes, but I bought so many New Year's goods today, I feel at ease and am looking forward to the New Year."
Wei Shuyu and Fang Yiai began to clean up the table and put the remaining tables and chairs in order.
Li Deyu and Crown Prince Li Chengqian sorted and put away the other New Year goods bought at the market.
Yu Yu and Li Hao were also busy, organizing the remaining ingredients in the kitchen into the cupboard.
Xiaoyu looked at the busy crowd, her eyes slightly moist. "Thanks to everyone's help this year, our tavern is running smoothly. This New Year, everyone should be happy."
Xiaoyu looked at Ah Cai, and after the last guest left, she called out loudly, "Ah Cai, Ah Fu, come here."
Acai and Afu put down the work in their hands and walked quickly to Xiaoyu.
Xiaoyu had a gentle smile on her face and took out a small cloth bag from her arms, which contained silver and money that had been prepared long ago.
She handed one to Ah Cai first and said, "Ah Cai, you've been very efficient in the tavern this year and have helped me a lot. This is your salary for this month, and this extra one or two taels of silver is your year-end bonus. Go home and have a good New Year."
Ah Cai took the purse, his eyes red with excitement, and quickly thanked her: "Thank you, Madam Boss. I have learned a lot in the tavern this year. I wish you a prosperous business and all the best in the new year!"
Then, Xiaoyu handed another to Ah Fu, saying gently, "Ah Fu, you've been diligent and reliable, and you've worked hard this year. This is your salary and year-end bonus. Go home and reunite with your family."
Ah Fu took it with both hands and said gratefully, "Boss, you are so kind. It is my blessing to be able to work in this tavern. I wish you peace and happiness in the new year, and may the tavern's business continue to prosper."
Cheng Chumo, who was watching this scene, couldn't help but say, "Boss Xiaoyu, you are so kind and righteous. Working with you makes everyone feel warm in their hearts."
Qin Huaidao also nodded in agreement: "That's right, just for this, everyone will definitely be more motivated after the New Year!"
Xiaoyu smiled and waved her hand: "We are all family. In the new year, we still have to rely on everyone to work together to make this pub better and better."
Ah Cai and Ah Fu took their wages and year-end bonuses, said goodbye to everyone happily, and set off on their way home.
Looking at their departing figures, Yuyu sighed, "Now that they've gone back, this tavern has suddenly become much quieter."
Li Hao walked over to Yuyu and said with a smile, "After a busy year, it's time for them to go home and have a good rest and spend the New Year with their families."
Cheng Chumo sat down carelessly on a chair, picked up the teapot on the table, poured himself a cup of tea, took a big sip and said, "The tavern has been bustling with people coming and going all year round. Now that I'm back home, I'm a little uncomfortable."
Qin Huaidao sat down beside him and nodded in agreement: "But the New Year is all about letting everyone reunite with their families. After the New Year, the tavern will be bustling again."
Xiaoyu was tidying up the counter when she said, "Yes, everyone has worked hard this year. Let's take advantage of the New Year to relax and unwind."
At this time, Cheng Chumo patted his stomach and said loudly: "Hearing what you said, I am even hungrier. But I should go back. My family is waiting for me to celebrate the New Year together."
Qin Huaidao smiled and stood up, bowing to Xiaoyu's family and saying goodbye: "Thank you for your hospitality today. I wish you and your family a happy New Year. I will go back to spend time with my family."
Wei Shuyu, Fang Yiai and Li Deyu also stood up to say goodbye, expressing their New Year wishes.
Crown Prince Li Chengqian finally stood up and said gently, "It's a blessing to be here in this tavern today and feel the strong atmosphere of fireworks. I wish you all a smooth new year and see you after the new year."
As everyone prepared to leave, Yu Yu's family walked into the kitchen.
At this time, Xiaoyu looked at Cheng Chumo, Qin Huaidao, Wei Shuyu, Fang Yiai, Li Deyu and the Crown Prince who were about to say goodbye, and warmly urged them to stay: "My fellow lords, and Your Highness, you have been busy for so long today and haven't had a proper meal yet. Why don't you stay? Let's try the tavern's food together and have a lively meal before leaving."
Cheng Chumo's eyes lit up instantly when he heard this, and he clapped his hands: "Xiaoyu said so, then I won't be polite."
Qin Huaidao also smiled and nodded: "It's better to obey than to be respectful. It's a rare fate to be able to have a meal with everyone."
Wei Shuyu, Fang Yiai, and Li Deyu all expressed their willingness to stay. Crown Prince Li Chengqian nodded slightly and said gently, "Sorry to bother you. Today, I'd like to experience the reunion dinner in this tavern."
Everyone gathered and walked into the kitchen, where Xiaoyu and Li Hao began to prepare the ingredients skillfully.
Yu Yu also became interested and helped out.
For a moment, the kitchen was filled with steam, everyone was talking and laughing, and the sounds of washing vegetables, cutting vegetables, and cooking were intertwined, full of the warm atmosphere of life.