During this time, Xi Yi observed them and made notes in her mind. Three hours later, the dishes were ready. She tasted them one by one and savored the flavors carefully.
After she was done, she divided their tasks.
Those who had good knife skills would be responsible for processing ingredients. Those with good dough-kneading skills would be responsible for making noodles and steamed buns.
Those who were good at making pastries would be responsible for that work, and those who were good at cooking would become the cooks.
When she finished assigning their tasks, she said, "Everyone, although you were bought by me, I'm not your Master."
"When the time is right, you will be able to meet our Master. As long as you work hard and remain loyal, our Master will never mistreat you."
"After the shop opens, you will receive a monthly stipend of 300 wen. If the shop does well, you will receive a bonus. So, I hope that before the shop opens, all of you will master your skills."
