Chapter 223 The No. 1 Restaurant in the World

Xiao Jingzhao knelt down and opened his arms. His cute son threw himself into his arms. The feeling of satisfaction made him feel relieved.

"Daddy, I miss you so much every year."

Suisui's little mouth felt as if it had been smeared with honey, and he rubbed his little head into the crook of Xiao Jingzhao's neck.

A warm current flowed through Xiao Jingzhao's heart.

He lowered his head and kissed his son's forehead, "Daddy misses you too."

Xiao Jingzhao said, picking up his son and walking towards the house.

The Queen Mother asked: "Your Majesty, when will you announce Suisui's identity to the courtiers? How will Miss Jiang settle down? Do you have any plans for this matter?"

"Mother, don't worry, your son has his own plans." Xiao Jingzhao walked straight to the dining room with his son in his arms.

Aunt Cai waved her hand to the palace maid very discerningly and said, "Pass the meal."

The Queen Mother wanted to ask something else, but Yonghe grabbed the Queen Mother's sleeve and whispered: "Don't worry, Queen Mother, my second brother has his own ideas."

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Zhen Jingxiu won the first place in one fell swoop. The house was decorated with lights and colorful decorations. There was an endless stream of people coming to congratulate him. The faces of the servants and maids were all filled with smiles.

The real bachelor was drinking tea with his wife in the small hall after dinner.

The real great scholar was full of emotions, "The new emperor is wise, now the rivers are clear and the sea is peaceful, the world is at peace, and our eldest grandson also strives to win the first place in one fell swoop. I have been dormant all these years, it was worth it."

"Old man, we have worked hard all these years, and now we can finally live a peaceful life." Thinking of all the things in the past, and comparing them to the present, the real old lady was deeply touched.

"Grandpa, grandma." The old couple were talking when Zhen Jingxiu walked in.

Looking at her elegant and graceful eldest grandson, Mrs. Zhen's eyes were full of pride and satisfaction.

The real bachelor smiled and said solemnly: "This year's palace examination is extraordinary. Next, you should prepare well. The emperor is capable of both literary and military skills and has a deep chest. He is not comparable to those who only live in Sifang City. The questions in the palace examination will be What it is, Grandpa can’t guess.”

"My grandson understands that grandfather does not need to worry. The imperial examination will be around the beginning of next month, so my grandson has plenty of time to prepare." Zhenjing Xiu said confidently.

Then Master Zhen Jingxiu gave some lectures to his grandson, to the effect that Zhen Jingxiu was the youngest person to be ranked first in recent years, and he should guard against arrogance and impetuosity even if he won the first prize after the palace examination.

Madam Zhen saw her eldest grandson looking at her as if he had something to say, and she suddenly remembered the promise she made to her grandson before the scientific examination.

She asked the maid next to her to call the housekeeper.

After a while, the real butler came quickly.

"Madam, do you have anything to tell me? I'll go and make arrangements right now."

The old lady smiled and said: "Tomorrow, take the old lady's post and ask the official media to go to Jiang Mansion. If Miss Jiang agrees to the marriage, I will send the betrothal gift prepared in the warehouse to Jiang Mansion."

The steward was ordered to leave.

Zhen Jingxiu suppressed the joy in his heart, raised his hands and said to Master Zhen: "Grandpa, please relax, there has been a saying since ancient times, 'Be careful before you are unearthed, and be modest even when you are in the clouds.' My grandson understands this."

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The next day, Juxian Pavilion opened amidst the deafening sound of firecrackers.

There was a lot of excitement in front of the luxurious restaurant. Two handsome young men were holding red silk. Hu Qing and Nangong Zeyue were standing on both sides of Jiang Shuyue with scissors in hand.

At the moment when the firecrackers sounded, the scissors in the hands of the three people were cut at the same time, and the three silk flowers fell into the delicate tray with the movement of their hands.

People passing by stopped to watch.

"Is the girl in the middle the restaurant owner Yueniang?" Someone who had heard of Yueniang's name but had never seen Jiang Shuyue's true face inquired in a low voice.

The woman's clothes are fluttering, her figure is graceful, her appearance is like that of a fairy descending to earth, her manners are dignified and decent, and her every move and smile exudes confidence.

A young woman said: "She is Yueniang. She also runs Jishitang and the cheap grain shop."

Among the onlookers, some praised, some were envious, and some women cast jealous glances.

"Whose daughter is she? She is so capable. There are not many men from aristocratic families in the capital who are more capable than her."

"I don't know. I heard she is the daughter of a wealthy businessman."

"No, I heard that her brother came second in this year's scientific examination."

Everyone has different opinions, and everyone wants to find out the details of Yueniang.

Behind the crowd, a nondescript carriage slowed.

The person sitting in the carriage was none other than Jiang Zhengming, who was rushing to the department.

Jiang Zhengming listened to everyone's discussion with mixed feelings in his heart.

Suddenly, a burst of festive music attracted everyone's attention.

I saw a ceremonial team dressed in palace attire, carrying a plaque and walking towards Juxian Pavilion.

The man leading the team was wearing an official robe. Jiang Zhengming stuck his head out and looked forward. He recognized the man walking in front. He was a minister from the Ministry of Rites.

Before Jiang Zhengming could see clearly what was written on the plaque sent by the Ministry of Rites, he heard an exclamation.

"Wow! The first floor in the world, this is a plaque given by the emperor! With this plaque, Juxian Pavilion's business will surely prosper."

"To be able to receive a plaque from the Emperor, the background of Yueniang cannot be underestimated."

"Yes, yes, no merchant girl can get a plaque personally given by the emperor."

Under the watchful eyes of everyone, the Minister of Rites personally delivered the plaque to the Juxian Pavilion.

Nangong Zeyue looked at the paintings on the wall of the hall and looked at Jiang Shuyue, "Where can I put this plaque?"

"Of course it has to be placed in the lobby. Guests can see it as soon as they enter. This is the golden sign given by the emperor."

After Jiang Shuyue said that, she told the waiters to get the stairs.

When Hu Qing came back from seeing off the people from the Ministry of Etiquette, he saw that the plaque had been hung on the wall.

The news that the emperor had bestowed the title of Juxian Pavilion as the ‘No. 1 Building in the World’ spread like wildfire. In less than half a day, it was known to everyone in the streets and alleys of the capital.

How could the officials in the capital miss the opportunity to make friends? The emperor was not easy to get close to, so it was always possible to please those who the emperor valued.

Before noon, many officials sent their families to congratulate.

Among the people who came, there was also Mrs. Wu.

Zhen Jingxiu and his classmates also came to congratulate in advance.

The Zhen family ordered several tables of banquets to celebrate Zhen Jingxiu's top spot. Hu Qing estimated that there would be many people coming today, so he arranged the scholars brought by Zhen Jingxiu into the private room in advance.

Unexpectedly, so many ladies came suddenly, which caught Jiang Shuyue off guard.

It is said that you should not hit a smiling person. Jiang Shuyue led Hu Qing and Nangong Zeyue to receive them all.

Hu Qing said to Jiang Shuyue: "Miss, just arrange them. Today's banquet is well prepared and is enough to entertain two rounds of guests."

With Hu Qing's words, Jiang Shuyue felt relieved.

There are many new nobles in the capital, and Jiang Shuyue is not familiar with many ladies.

Luckily Du Yutong arrived in time, and Jiang Shuyue took her to get to know the ladies.

The ladies were arranged in the private rooms on the third floor. After they sat down, beautiful piano music sounded.

A noble lady said to the lady next to her: "Miss Jiang is really amazing. This Juxian Pavilion is more tasteful than before."

The lady said: "People who are favored by the emperor must be different."

A group of handsome waiters dressed in uniform, and delicious dishes were delivered to the private rooms like water.

After the dishes were served, the handsome waiter bowed and said: "Madam, please enjoy."

The waiter was polite and smiled, making people feel at home.

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