The two were chatting when they saw a group of about thirty people heading straight toward Wang Fan.
There were both men and women among them. The men looked very strong, and the women weren't as delicate as typical girls.
Leading the way was Gang Ge, who had met Wang Fan once before.
Gang Ge saw Wang Fan's food cart from afar and couldn't help but laugh out loud as he said to the trainees behind him, "You guys are in for a treat today. You can taste the most authentic rice noodle rolls from Guangfu without going there. Our goal today is one: to sell out the boss's stock early. Are you confident?!"
The trainees all laughed and replied, "Yes!"
As Gang Ge and his group got closer, Wang Fan felt like an exhilarating piece of music was suddenly playing in his ears.
Dun dun dun, dun dun dun, dun dun dun, dun dun dun…
When they reached the stall, Gang Ge enthusiastically called out, "Hey buddy, I'm back, hahaha. No matter what, I have to help you sell out today!"
Wang Fan shook his head to get rid of that magical sound out of his mind, then smiled and said, "Thank you, thank you, but I usually don't close early anyway. I think Gang Ge should help those truly in need."
Zhang Qing, being one of Gang Ge's trainees, stood at the front of the line.
She gave Wang Fan a surprised look upon hearing his words.
This was her first time hearing someone refuse Gang Ge's offer to sell out early.
Is there really anyone who dislikes their business being too good?
At this moment, Zhang Fengyi suddenly spoke to Wang Fan, "Boss, you have to keep your word. We agreed this morning on a purchase limit, so you can't go back on it. I'm buying these for the elderly in our nursing home to try, and no one else should be allowed exceptions!"
After saying that, he tossed some money and walked away with his twenty orders of rice noodle rolls, sighing to himself as he left, "Brothers, this is all I can do for you!"
Gang Ge's group watched as Zhang Fengyi walked further and further away with a heap of plastic bags, leaving everyone but Gang Ge with a big question mark hanging over their heads.
Zhang Qing curiously asked, "Are street food stalls limited in purchase quantity these days? Have I been out of touch with society for too long?"
Gang Ge laughed and said, "It's normal you don't know. When I came this morning, I intended to sell out the boss's stock early, but there was such a long line of customers waiting to buy rice noodle rolls, with most people at the front buying several portions each, causing many in the queue to miss out."
Wang Fan chimed in, "That's right. Many customers couldn't get any in the morning, so they said they'd come back in the afternoon. To ensure everyone could have a chance, we set a purchase limit per person."
Zhang Qing immediately protested, "If I'm not mistaken, that guy earlier was carrying at least a dozen bags, wasn't he?"
It's not that she was desperate to eat the rice noodle rolls, she just didn't like anyone getting special treatment.
Wang Fan explained, "That guy stood in the snow for over an hour, and he was buying for the elderly at a nursing home. I felt embarrassed to limit him."
Upon hearing Wang Fan's explanation, the trainees widened their eyes.
"Wow, he's hardcore, all that effort just for some food."
"Hardcore? More like a legend. But now I'm genuinely curious about how delicious these rice noodle rolls are to make someone wait over an hour."
After hearing Wang Fan's explanation, Zhang Qing had to admit she accepted it.
With the persistence that guy showed by waiting in the snow for an hour, she figured making an exception once wasn't a big deal.
Gang Ge said, "Food fighters have the soul of food fighters, that guy is also a good sport. Since the boss has set the rules, let's stick to them. What's the limit?"
Wang Fan held up two fingers, "No more than two portions per person."
Gang Ge rubbed his belly, "Sigh, two portions aren't even enough to fill the gaps in our teeth, can't we make an exception just once more?"
"No exceptions! Damn it, Boss, you have to stand firm! If you make an exception, my trip here will be wasted!"
Before Wang Fan could reply, an anxious voice interjected.
Liu Ming was almost in a fury.
The moment the workday ended, he clocked out and dashed right over to get his chance at those rice noodle rolls.
But upon arriving, he saw a crowd surrounding the boss, and the leader shamelessly attempting to break the rule!
If each of you buys four or five portions, by the time it's my turn, all that would be left are the sauces!
Although soaking bread in that sauce is quite tasty, he really wanted another taste of the fresh rice noodle rolls!
"Boss, resist the temptation, we agreed on it this morning!"
Panting heavily, Liu Ming reiterated.
Wang Fan smiled and replied, "Don't worry, today we have to stick to the limit."
Whether he limits it or not, he'd sell out anyway. By setting a limit, more customers come, and he strikes his little wooden fish more, which means slightly more income for him.
Moreover, letting more people enjoy his culinary creations was genuinely satisfying for him.
Hearing Wang Fan's response, Liu Ming patted his chest in relief.
After a few pats, he suddenly covered his mouth, his face twisting in discomfort.
He'd run over in such a hurry with his mouth open, that the cold had bitten his teeth with pain.
Gang Ge ordered one beef rice noodle roll and one squid rice noodle roll, then handed the beef one to Liu Ming: "This guy's teeth are probably hurting real bad right now; have something warm, it'll feel much better. Here, this one's on me."
Liu Ming, being quite approachable himself, gratefully accepted the rice noodle roll despite his teeth still aching, "Thanks a lot, I'll buy one to repay you later."
He couldn't wait and immediately took a sip of the sauce.
The warm, sweet, and savory sauce entered his mouth, significantly easing the aching of his teeth.
Only then did Liu Ming pick up a piece of the rice noodle roll to taste.
The rice noodle wrap, full of rice aroma as always, was different with its filling this time.
In the past, he had only ever tried the pork ones, not even the fresh shrimp rolls; he instantly recognized this one as beef.
The beef's raw and distinct aroma was unmistakable.
The beef slices were neither too thin nor too thick; they were just right, not compromising the texture, nor making the meat too dry to swallow.
The tender beef was juicy and chewy, and its unique texture had Liu Ming falling in love at first bite.
Liu Ming was convinced that beef rice noodle rolls were the best, beyond any argument!
Zhang Qing and the other trainees, watching Liu Ming and Gang Ge with curiosity, felt a chill.
Did you two get paid by the boss? Is it that necessary to look so blissful over a rice noodle roll?
If you weren't paid hundreds for this, your acting would have gone to waste!
Plus, for a passerby it's whatever, but Gang Ge, for you to show off such a smitten expression is a little much, isn't it?!
A muscular man with such a soft and cute look on his face, is that really appropriate?
Zhang Qing wasn't convinced.
How good could a small plate of rice noodle roll possibly be?
I just don't believe the hype!
"Boss, give me an order of squid rice noodle rolls."
Zhang Qing challenged Wang Fan with a defiant look.