There is a happy inn in the capital.

Chapter 312 Can’t Stop

“good good”

Li Shuchen gently placed a red rose brooch on the wealthy lady's finger, then took a step back.

"The lady looks very elegant wearing this brooch, which makes her appear both intellectual and gentle."

"Really?"

The wealthy lady, unable to see her full reflection, frantically searched the room for a mirror.

The craftsman, Kong, being tactful, said to his apprentice, "Go and fetch a large mirror."

"Yes, Master."

A moment later, the apprentice brought a mirror.

The wealthy lady was taken aback when she saw herself in the mirror, then a smile spread across her face as she carefully examined herself.

"Great, it's really beautiful."

Li Shuchen stepped forward and said, "Madam, I still need to have an inscription engraved on the brooch. Please allow me to take it off for you."

"All right"

The wealthy lady's longing and yearning expression was like a meat lover facing a plate of pork belly that they could only look at but not eat, a sight that tormented their heart.

"Young lady, why are you engraving words on these brooches? They're already perfect."

Li Shuchen: "I was worried that someone would counterfeit the brooch, so I wanted to engrave the name of the 'Happiness Inn' shop on it."

The wealthy lady: "I see."

"Madam, the things have been retrieved."

A maidservant came over carrying a brocade box.

The wealthy lady glanced at the brocade box, pressed her temples, and said...

"Go back"

"Please take care, Madam."

Li Shuchen waved enthusiastically.

Regardless of whether this wealthy lady wants it or not, one should at least leave a good impression.

Craftsman Kong: "Miss Li, I can carve characters, but I'm afraid they won't be worthy of these brooches."

Li Shuchen: "The craftsman Kong is already the best in the capital, but I don't mind the engraving. However, I need the brooch urgently. Could you engrave it for me first? I can pay extra."

Craftsman Kong: "One hundred taels of silver"

"it is good"

Li Shuchen readily took out the money and handed it to the craftsman Kong.

Waiting for the engraving...

9:00 AM (巳时)

Li Shuchen, carrying the carved brooch, hurried to the inn, entering the shop breathless from exhaustion.

"Uncle Xu, has anyone purchased essential oils to meet the membership requirements?"

Shopkeeper Xu stroked his beard and said, "Not yet."

Upon hearing this, Li Shuchen placed the wooden box on the counter: "This contains brooches; please keep it safe, Uncle Xu."

"Yes, miss"

Thirsty and desperate, Li Shuchen sat down at an empty table: "Grape, quickly go get a pot of cold tea."

"The grapes will go now."

A pot of iced tea was served.

Li Shuchen sipped his herbal tea, listening to Liu San and Liu Ru energetically hawking their wares at the shop entrance: "Our shop has just launched a 'Drunken Life, Dreamlike Death' promotion! Floral essential oil bath and massage, come on in and check it out!"

Customers attracted by the sound left as soon as they asked about the price; several did just that, they simply didn't stay.

Li Shuchen finished his tea, put down his teacup, and went straight to the door, where he shouted loudly:

"Come take a walk and have a look! Happiness Inn has launched a new activity!"

The "Drunken Life, Dreamlike Death" activity can be experienced for only ten taels of silver.

A bath and massage so relaxing you'll want to sleep; the floral and essential oil scents are irresistible.

All the essential oils in our shop are made from fresh flowers from 'Baihuazhuang'.

It takes ten fresh flowers to produce just one drop of essential oil; the quantity is limited, so it's first come, first served.

In addition, our shop will also give away a complimentary plate of melons and fruits worth two taels of silver and a jug of fruit wine worth five taels of silver, which will continue until the end of this month.

It's like spending just a few taels of silver to experience a floral essential oil massage.

"Time is of the essence, for once lost it may never come again."

Upon hearing this, Liu San and Liu Ru were filled with admiration for Li Shuchen and echoed his words.

The three men's enthusiastic shouts attracted a young gentleman.

"Young lady, is the floral essential oil really made from fresh flowers from Baihuazhuang?"

Li Shuchen gave a standard smile: "It's absolutely true, I wouldn't dare to speak recklessly."

"I am deeply regretful that I could not attend the 'Hundred Flowers Banquet,' but if I could experience a floral essential oil massage, it would surely make up for it somewhat."

Upon hearing this, Li Shuchen's eyes lit up: "What you say is absolutely right, young master. Please follow me to the private room."

The two stepped into the shop, with Liu San following closely behind.

After seeing the guests upstairs, Li Shuchen immediately rushed downstairs to prepare fruit platters and fruit wine.

After everything was ready, he handed it over to Liu San: "Give the guest a good massage."

"Don't worry, Miss."

Liu San went inside and closed the door. Li Shuchen went downstairs, and as soon as he reached the first floor, he saw the wealthy lady he had seen at Kong the Craftsman's shop.

Li Shuchen stepped forward warmly: "Madam has arrived, quickly prepare tea."

Upon hearing this, the wealthy lady turned around: "Oh, young lady, how should I obtain this rose brooch?"

Li Shuchen helped the wealthy lady over and said, "I see that your eyes are severely dark and your complexion is rather pale. You must not have had a proper rest for a long time."

Our shop is now offering a new floral essential oil bath and massage service, available for just ten taels of silver. Why not treat yourself to a relaxing session, madam?

Upon hearing this, the wealthy lady pinched the bridge of her nose again, her voice slightly weary: "Very well."

Li Shuchen called out towards the door, "Liu Ru, come and take the guests upstairs."

"Coming, Miss."

Liu Ru walked up to the wealthy lady, gave a gentle curtsy, and said, "Madam, let Ru'er give you a massage."

The wealthy lady looked at the beautiful young woman before her and nodded in satisfaction.

Liu Ru helped the wealthy lady upstairs.

Li Shuchen then ran to the kitchen to prepare fruits and grape wine. After delivering the items upstairs, he returned to the counter on the first floor.

"Uncle Xu, if any other guests still want to experience 'living in a drunken stupor,' tell them they'll have to wait half an hour (one hour), and during that time you can bring them some tea and snacks to appease them."

"Yes, miss"

As lunchtime approached, Li Shuchen, having given instructions to Manager Xu, went to the kitchen, put on an apron, and began to help.

Washing and serving vegetables, constantly busy

"This table, please get a bowl of hot and sour potato noodles."

"coming"

After serving the sesame sauce cold noodles, Li Shuchen hurried back to the kitchen.

A bowl of hot and sour potato noodles

"Yes, miss"

In early summer, Li Shuchen quickly prepared a bowl of soup and carried it to the living room.

"Sir, your hot and sour potato noodles are here. Enjoy!"

Li Shuchen, who had just turned around, saw the young master who was experiencing 'living in a drunken stupor' coming downstairs. He immediately went up to him with a smile and asked...

"Young master, how are you feeling?"

"Excellent, I feel refreshed all over, the fragrance is delightful, and the fruits and wine are also very sweet and refreshing. Worth it."

The young master smiled, waving his fan.

Li Shuchen smiled and said, "I'm glad you're satisfied, young master. If you have any needs, you're welcome to come down and visit us."

"Okay, can your floral essential oils be sold to the public?"

"Of course it's for sale. Young master, would you like to buy clivia essential oil?"

The young master was surprised to hear this: "How did you know what I was thinking, young lady?"

Li Shuchen smiled smugly: "The fragrance emanating from you, young master, is delicate and refreshing, with a hint of sweetness; it could only be that of a clivia."

"The girl has a good sense of smell."

"However, clivia essential oil is extremely rare, only available in trial sizes and samples. Which one would you like to buy, young master?"

"Trial packs and samples?"

Seeing the young master's confusion, Li Shuchen pointed to the four types of glass bottles in the wooden cabinet and said, "Young master, please look. From smallest to largest, they are trial packs, samples, travel-size products, and full-size products."

After looking at it, the young master said, "Since the quantity is limited, how about a sample bottle?"

"Sir, please wait a moment."

After finishing his sentence, Manager Xu went to the accounting office to get a sample of Clivia essential oil.

Li Shuchen continued, "By purchasing our sample essential oils, you can become a 'Daisy Member,' and you'll receive a 10% discount on future sample essential oil purchases. Additionally, we'll give you a complimentary daisy brooch."