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Chapter 32 - How Could He Make Something So Delicious?
Chapter 32 - How Could He Make Something So Delicious?
Chapter 32 How Could He Make Something So Delicious?
The hotel’s room manager could only smile wryly at this. Ourei Hotel had a decent reputation for its dining options in Jiangcheng. They invested heavily, hiring top chefs for their restaurants like Tianbao Pavilion, Frasca Café, and Four Seasons House, even employing famous chefs. However, as people’s living standards improved, their culinary expectations also rose. It was a reality they had to face.
It was fortunate that Mr. Rossi hadn’t complained about Ourei’s dining, picky guests like him appeared several times a month. Among them, VIP guests were often the most critical. The wealthy tend to have more refined palates after experiencing a variety of gourmet cuisines.
Once the VIP room manager understood the situation, he ceased further comments. As Rossi pulled out his room card, he accidentally brushed against the ice crystal cake that Lu Qin was holding.
The thin plastic bag tore, and several boxes of ice crystal cake fell to the floor.
“I’m so sorry, sir! I accidentally damaged your items, I can compensate you.”
Rossi, demonstrating good manners, quickly apologized to Lu Qin and bent down to pick up the fallen items. His assistant, quicker on the draw, bent down first to gather them. He handed a few boxes of ice crystal cake to Lu Qin, noticing that one box had a small dent, but the cake inside remained clean.
“It’s fine, nothing’s broken, so no need for compensation.” Lu Qin replied in fluent Italian.
Rossi and his assistant were taken aback, surprised that this handsome young man spoke Italian so well. The manager and the three front desk staff, along with the doorman, all looked curiously at Lu Qin.
Rossi apologized again, “Sir, your Italian is excellent! I truly apologize, I see one box is damaged. How much do I owe you for it?”
“It’s okay, nothing inside is ruined.”
“That’s not acceptable…”
Lu Qin sighed, realizing that Rossi was quite stubborn about compensation. Reluctantly, Lu Qin sold the box of damaged ice crystal cake to him.
The assistant took out 50 yuan in cash, but Lu Qin couldn’t provide change.
“No need for change.”
Rossi’s gaze lingered on the ice crystal cake. He asked, “Sir, what is this?”
“Ice crystal cake, it’s a type of Chinese pastry made from rice flour,” Lu Qin explained in Italian.
“It smells amazing.”
Rossi picked up a piece and brought it to his nose, inhaling the fragrant aroma. The cake looked delicate and tasted delightful, prompting Rossi to take a bite. His assistant attempted to stop him, but it was too late.
How could something that looked so street-vendor-esque satisfy his boss’s discerning palate?
Yet, after taking a bite, Rossi’s expression changed to one of astonishment and disbelief.
“È delizioso!”
“Sir, how can your ice crystal cake taste this good?”
Rossi gave a thumbs up, finishing the remaining half of the cake in his mouth. He savored each bite, allowing the exquisite flavors to dance on his taste buds.
The manager’s eyes widened, the ice crystal cake, with such simple packaging, looked like something sold on the streets.
Could it really be that delicious?
To everyone’s surprise, Rossi ate several pieces, finishing an entire box of ice crystal cake. He nearly licked the box clean.
The assistant looked at his boss with a strange expression, wondering if the boss’s reaction was a bit exaggerated for a pastry one could find on the street.
Rossi pointed at the ice crystal cake in Lu Qin’s hands, asking,
“Sir, could I also buy the other ice crystal cakes? They’re truly amazing! I’ve never had such a delicious dessert before.”
Lu Qin shook his head, smiling, “I’m sorry, these boxes are for someone else.”
Rossi displayed a look of disappointment but quickly asked, “Sir, what’s your name?”
“My name is Lu Qin.”
“Mr. Lu, please tell me where I can buy this ice crystal cake. I really want some.”
“I made it myself.”
Rossi was both surprised and delighted.
“That’s fantastic! I want to buy some ice crystal cakes!”
“They’re sold out for the morning. If you want to buy some, I’ll be setting up a stall at People’s Square Walking Street in the afternoon, and I’ll also go to the university city night market in the evening. You’re welcome to visit.”
“Oh! Oh! Great!”
Rossi quickly urged his assistant to note down the address.
At this moment, Lu Qin turned to the front desk staff, saying,
“Hello, these boxes are for President Shen. I’ll leave them here, please let her know.”
Lu Qin then turned and left the hotel.
The front desk staff was stunned for a few seconds before reacting.
“Wait… President Shen? Could it be our president?”
The front desk was shocked, as were the doormen and the manager. Rossi turned to find that Lu Qin had already left and slapped his forehead.
“Darn it, I forgot to ask Mr. Lu for his contact information.”
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On the top floor of Ourei Hotel, in the president’s office, the VIP room manager personally delivered the boxes of ice crystal cake to Shen Muyan’s office.
Shen Muyan asked why the ice crystal cake was there. The manager recounted the incident at the front desk from beginning to end.
Shen Muyan raised her clear eyes slightly.
He can even speak Italian?
Did he learn it at home after marrying her?
Shen Muyan glanced at the boxes of ice crystal cake.
With such unremarkable packaging, the contents had somehow impressed the picky Mr. Rossi. Shen Muyan recalled how Chairman Shen had ordered her to get an ice crystal cake from Lu Qin. This indicated that it was truly delicious.
Shen Muyan had someone take four boxes of ice crystal cake to Shen Hongda, keeping one box for herself.
In the president’s office, Song Xuanxuan looked like a child caught misbehaving, her head lowered.
She protested, “President Shen, you can’t blame me! You said yesterday you wouldn’t eat it…”
Although Song Xuanxuan did have the crime of not reporting the situation, she had cleverly claimed the box of ice crystal cake that belonged to Shen Muyan.
Later, when Chairman Shen arrived, the little one forgot to take her ice crystal cake, which worked out well for her. Song Xuanxuan had devoured it all. It was like a windfall from the heavens.
Shen Muyan shot a cold glare at her.
“Get back to work.”
Song Xuanxuan returned to her desk, pouting. Wasn’t it unfair that she couldn’t even see it? She wanted to eat it too.
Shen Muyan opened the box, seeing the crystal-clear ice crystal cake, its appearance quite appealing. She picked up a piece, her lips slightly parted, and took a bite. The soft and sweet taste instantly blossomed on her tongue, an indescribably delightful flavor. It was truly delicious!
Shen Muyan’s beautiful eyes sparkled. The cool, sweet sensation brightened her mood.
How could he make something so delicious?
Where did he learn this skill?
When did he learn it?
Shen Muyan’s curiosity piqued.
Finishing one piece, she couldn’t resist reaching for a second. Just then, the phone rang.