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Chapter 118: The System's High-Tech Decoration

When the Qin sisters recovered from the surprise of the unfamiliar decoration on the first floor, they were equally shocked as they followed Qi Han up to the second floor.

Is this a bamboo forest?

Unlike the bright floor-to-ceiling windows on the first floor, the second-floor decoration had no visible windows. From the outside, it looked like four solid walls, impenetrable.

However, this didn't hinder ventilation on the second floor. The system utilized a technology called natural wind-transmitting walls, allowing a gentle natural breeze to flow through the enclosed space.

Thirty four-person hot pot tables were arranged on the second floor, with many green bamboo plants planted in the gaps between them. These were not decorative fake bamboo plants but a precious bamboo species called Green Jade Bamboo. Each bamboo joint resembled green jade, bringing a lively atmosphere.

Moreover, the walls on all sides were painted with lifelike bamboo. Even when viewed from different angles, the bamboo on the walls changed position, making it seem like one was in the middle of a bamboo forest, creating no sense of discord.

According to the system's explanation, the walls used a futuristic technology coating called three-dimensional layered paint, achieving this effect. Unless touched, one couldn't tell it was a wall.

To ensure absolute naturalness, the system extravagantly used a futuristic technology lighting called "100% Sunlight Lamp." The entire ceiling of the second floor was unified, without any suspended design. Placing this lamp above, turning it on made the entire ceiling bright. What's the experience of an entire ceiling lighting up?

It's truly no different from direct sunlight.

Although Qi Han had seen a rough rendering of the effect in the design given by the system, he had only imagined it based on his experience on Earth. In the end, he underestimated the futuristic technology provided by the system.

In reality, these futuristic technologies still depended on the system.

Glancing at the still-dazed two girls, Qi Han smiled slightly. "Alright, we have about half an hour before we officially open for business. Let's start our staff meal."

Returning to the first floor with the two girls, Qi Han explained the working hours of the Small Shop. They were not unfamiliar with this since normal restaurants had similar opening hours, although the business hours might be longer than Small Shop.

"For your work benefits, I think you might not be interested in a normal salary, especially since you just got a whopping four hundred thousand. How about two staff meals a day? You can order whatever you want, as long as there's no waste." Qi Han pointed to the menu on the wall, smiling.

"Alright." Qin Yue and Qin Yao didn't care much about the salary. Helping out as waitresses in the small shop was mainly to contribute to defeating the Fenglai Pavilion. As for money, in their eyes, the salary for waitresses was probably just one or two Gold Coins. It was not something they cared about, especially after receiving four hundred thousand Gold Coins.

However, they didn't know that Qi Han intended to pay them not just one or two Gold Coins but a few hundred.

Turning to look at the menu that Qi Han pointed out, Qin Yue couldn't help but exclaim, "Why is the price so high!?"

Qin Yao wasn't as surprised, but her expression changed slightly as she looked at the menu.

In the past, the most expensive dish at Moonlight Pavilion was Clear Moon over the Jade Pool, but it was only 10 Gold Coins per serving. Other dishes mostly had prices lower than one Gold Coin.

In comparison, the dishes here were truly exorbitantly priced.

Qi Han shrugged helplessly. "High? What are you talking about? I haven't even added Fish Belly Stuffed with Lamb to the menu yet."

It seemed the psychological tolerance of Star Luo City's customers still needed improvement.

Looking at the customers in Shrek City, none of them were surprised by the prices at the small shop now. How strong were their psychological tolerances?

Egg Fried Rice - 5 Gold Coins per serving

Crystal Sugar Hawthorn - 1 Silver Coin per skewer

Crab Stuffed with Orange - 40 Gold Coins per serving

Ginkgo Biloba Dish - 100 Gold Coins per serving

Other than Fish Belly Stuffed with Lamb, Qi Han basically incorporated all the dishes from the Shrek City small shop into the new one. Additionally, there were two new dishes—the two 2 Star recipes Qi Han drew.

In the four months in the training space, Qi Han not only successfully mastered the 2 Star recipe, Complete Hot Pot Base, but also learned the two 2 Star recipes.

Qin Yao and Qin Yue exchanged glances, their eyes filled with confusion. They hadn't heard of any of the dishes on Qi Han's menu, making it difficult for them to choose.

"Boss, which ones are the main courses?" Qin Yue quickly decided and asked.

"Egg Fried Rice, Dragon Whisker Noodles, and Xiaolongbao are considered main courses." Qi Han paused and added, "The one you had before is Egg Fried Rice."

Qin Yue's eyes lit up. "Then I'll have Dragon Whisker Noodles and Xiaolongbao."

Although Egg Fried Rice was delicious, Qin Yue planned to try as many dishes from the small shop as possible to become more familiar with the cuisine. It was a habit she developed as the successor to her family's restaurant.

"Anything else you want?" Qi Han smiled slightly.

"Boss, what were the dishes we had two days ago?" Qin Yue didn't rush to answer, instead, after contemplating for a moment, she spoke slowly while looking at the menu.

"That soup dish is called Braised Pork Stomach with Chicken, the sour and spicy refreshing one is Smashed Cucumber. The one with diced chicken, cucumber, and peanuts is Kung Pao Chicken. I don't need to introduce Tomato Beef Brisket, right?" Qi Han patiently explained, not showing any impatience with Qin Yue's questions.

"In that case, we'll have Dongpo Pork Knuckle and Honey-Glazed Grilled Ribs!" Qin Yue followed the menu from top to bottom, ordering two dishes she hadn't tried before. Then she realized something and nervously asked, "Is Dongpo Pork Knuckle too expensive?"

"It's fine." Qi Han waved his hand casually. "I said order whatever you like, so just order whatever you like."

If he didn't even give them salaries and had requirements for their staff meals, that would be too much.

It's just Dongpo Pork Knuckle; it's a small matter.

After ordering, Qi Han turned and walked into the kitchen. The kitchen was twice the size of the one in the Shrek City shop, but the system had arranged various utensils according to Qi Han's habits, so he didn't feel uncomfortable. Instead, he felt a sense of familiarity.

The two girls sat down at a table, and without any surprises, they were shocked by Qi Han's performance in stretching the dragon whisker noodles. Soon, their staff meals were brought over by Qi Han.

Looking at the four equally fragrant, tempting, and completely different dishes on the table compared to the last time, the Qin sisters couldn't help but shed tears of excitement from the corners of their mouths.

This is too tempting!

At this moment, the two suddenly felt that they had hit the jackpot by working as waitresses in the small shop.

The boss's cooking skills were too good. Every day, they could eat whatever they wanted. Was there anything more fulfilling than this?