Spy Wars: I can get rewards by being a bully!

Chapter 1110 I'm Going to the Lin Mansion for a Banquet

Wen San'er pulled the empty cart all the way to Qi Pangzi's meat shop, parked the cart at the door, and stepped into the shop.

There were no customers yet. Fatty Qi was setting out small dishes on the counter, scooping wine from a large vat into a small wine jar, and then adding some water.

Wen San'er stepped in, making a noise that startled Fatty Qi.

"Hey, Fatty Qi, what kind of shady business have you been up to?"

Fatty Qi turned around and saw that it was Wen San'er. He breathed a sigh of relief. "Wen San'er, you came so quietly and scared me to death. You're here to drink so early. Same old routine?"

"Fatty Qi, stop trying to fool me. I'm asking you, on New Year's Eve at noon, I ordered a plate of beef, but before I could eat it, I had to leave. I asked you to save it for me, so where is the meat?"

Fatty Qi said with a wry smile, "My dear Wen, you know it's meat from New Year's Eve. Look at how many days into the new year it's already. Even if that meat were left now, it wouldn't be edible, would it?"

"It's the dead of winter, not summer. How could it spoil in a few days? I think you've sold my meat to someone else again!"

Wen San'er was right. The meat shop opened on the third day of the lunar new year. On that day, Fatty Qi caught a glimpse of the plate of beef on the counter and remembered that it was left by Wen San'er. Thinking that Wen San'er hadn't come for several days, he figured he must have forgotten about it, so he sold the plate of beef to a customer cheaply that day.

"Look, what are you saying? I would never do such a thing. Here, please sit down. I'll serve you two side dishes and warm up two ounces of wine. After that, I'll go outside and buy two baked flatbreads. I guarantee you'll eat your fill. How about that?"

Seeing that Fatty Qi was on the right track, Wen San'er slowly sat down by the large wine vat, crossed his legs, and said, "Fatty Qi, that's right. Don't be unconvinced. I'm a great contributor to the Lin family now. Being able to eat here is a favor to you."

As Fatty Qi served him the food, he said, "Yes, yes, who in all of Beijing doesn't know you, Master Wen!"

He thought to himself, "You're just a rickshaw puller, yet you've gotten so lucky to be associated with the Lin family. They gave you a rickshaw, and you're bragging about it, calling yourself a great hero!"

As they were talking, someone suddenly appeared at the door, lifted the cotton curtain, and looked around first without rushing in.

A cold wind blew in immediately, making Wen San'er shiver. He turned around impatiently to look, and almost fell off the stool. He quickly stood up, bowed, and then, not feeling that was enough, gave a proper "qian" (a deep bow).

"Director Niu... what brings you to this place!?"

Wen San'er's words startled Fatty Qi!

Director Niu!?

Could it be the legendary Director Niu, the head butler by Master Lin's side?

It really was Niu San'er who arrived.

Lin Ze is returning to Tianjin tomorrow. Before leaving, he remembered something and asked, "Hey, I remember you said that Wen San'er reported the news to our mansion. Did you reward him?"

Niu San'er replied, "When Yu Xuecheng first met him, he gave him a few silver dollars."

Lin Ze shook his head. "The reward wasn't enough. It's not easy for a rickshaw puller to be so righteous. If he had given himself away and been caught by those people, who knows what would have happened to him."

Niu San'er whispered a reminder: "Master, we gave him a car before..."

In fact, Niu San'er's idea was correct. Too much of a good thing can be bad. Although Wen San had informed them, Yu Xuecheng and others had already learned some of the information in advance. The car they had given Wen San'er was already quite remarkable. If they were to give him an even bigger reward, it might not be a good thing for a lowly person like him.

"Here's what we'll do. He's a man who cares about his reputation. Invite him over for a meal. That car used to be his, so give it to him this time and have it in writing."

"Yes!"

Niu San'er wanted to find someone, which was very easy. He first found his way to the teahouse, but coincidentally, Wen San'er had just left. Niu San'er then made his way to Qi Pangzi's meat shop.

Upon entering the restaurant, Niu San'er said with a smile, "Master Wen, shall we have lunch here?"

Wen San'er said with a fawning smile, "Please don't call me Master Wen, or I'll want to crawl into a hole and disappear. Director Niu, this isn't just a polite way of saying goodbye. Being able to eat a couple of dishes and drink a couple of ounces of wine here is something many people would love to do!"

Fatty Qi was still trembling to the side with his head down.

This is like a taxi driver bragging to a fast food restaurant owner that he knows a high-ranking official in the government. The restaurant owner doesn't believe him, but then the official suddenly appears and becomes his sworn brother, chatting and laughing with the taxi driver.

That's absolutely terrifying!

"Brother Wen, you've done a great service by delivering the message to the Lin family. We don't know how to thank you enough. Master Lin said he'd like to invite you to a simple meal. Would that be convenient for you?"

Wen San'er was dumbfounded!

Who's treating me to dinner?

His lips trembled. "Director Niu, are you joking...?"

"I wouldn't dare joke about Master Lin. Alright, let's go. It's almost noon, let's go to his residence for a bite to eat and a drink!"

Niu San'er went out to wait first. Wen San'er was stunned for a while, then raised his head, put his hands behind his back, and looked at Fatty Qi.

“I said…”

"Yes, yes, Master Wen, please give your orders."

"Ahem, I'm saying, Fatty Qi, did you hear that?"

"I heard it, I heard it all!"

"I'm going to a banquet at the Lin residence. I'll leave these two side dishes and two ounces of wine here and come back tomorrow!"

Fatty Qi said excitedly, "It's an honor for our shop that Master Wen would grace us with his presence. Why leave these few dishes and drinks untouched? Tomorrow at noon, I'll prepare a whole table of dishes and some chrysanthemum tea, and look forward to your patronage!"

Wen San'er laughed heartily and went out.

Upon arriving at the Lin residence, Lin Ze indeed treated him to a meal.

At first, Wen San was so excited that he lost his appetite. After eating for a while, Lin Ze excused himself and left the table.

Niu San'er laughed and said, "Master Lin is just seeing that you're too shy to eat. Wen San, we're all family, there's no need to be shy. The New Year is just around the corner, come on, let me toast you."

Wen San'er drank a glass of wine and swallowed hard as he looked at the various dishes in front of him.

Especially the braised pork knuckle and roast duck, they looked so tempting!

Since he no longer had to pay car fees, his life has become much better, and he can afford to eat meat every now and then, but such a luxurious feast is still something he never dared to dream of!

Without Master Lin by his side, Wen San'er let loose and grabbed a duck leg, stuffing it into his mouth.

If you choke, have a sip of wine; if you feel greasy, have a bite of food.

Niu San'er watched intently from the side, showing no intention of mocking.

Back then, he was someone who didn't even dare to eat too much duck fat sesame cake!

After Wen San had eaten and drunk his fill, Niu San'er took out another piece of paper. "Wen San'er, put your fingerprint on it. Master Lin said that the car is yours. I suggest you don't sell it for cash. Work hard, save some money, buy a small courtyard, and live a good life, whether you get married or not."

Wen San'er opened his mouth wide, unable to utter a word.