Carrying a joyous mood, Cheng Su left her home and headed to the restaurant, but as soon as she entered, she felt that something was off.
Everyone in the shop was standing in the courtyard, not yet starting their bustling tasks, which was unusual for this hour. Moreover, Old Song's and Qiulan's complexions were particularly poor.
What happened?
Cheng Su cleared her throat loudly, and everyone turned their heads. Upon seeing her, their expressions changed.
"It's almost ten, right? Why are you all still standing here? What happened?" Cheng Su asked with a smile.
Old Song and Qiulan showed expressions of embarrassment, and the crowd parted slightly, revealing a large stainless-steel bucket in the courtyard—the one used for storing brine.