The shop was doing well; these vegetables and groceries were restocked every three to five days. Scholar Wen simply arranged orders with several shops in the city. On designated days, they would deliver the goods themselves and settle the money in person, so the shop assistants no longer needed to make the trip.
Soon, Ji Xiang and the others who went to the Provincial City to buy supplies had returned, bringing a whole cart of seafood.
Fish Maw and sea cucumber, being expensive items, hardly needed mention. Clams, razor clams, and crabs, which were somewhat cheaper, were even more varied. After drying, the seafood naturally retained a salty and fresh taste. Once brought into the main hall, its aroma wafted about, enveloping the entire restaurant in the briny air of the sea.
