Free Web NovelChapter 708: Chapter 621: Internal Backstab, The Most Deadly
"Late night snacks have been ordered. Is anyone up for some Splatoon tonight?"
"You guys are unbelievable. I treat you like family, and you play games with me. Friendship over! I just lost 325 grams and now I’m going to eat it all back TOT."
"I truly believed your nonsense. I’m such a fool. Thinking Boss Wang would mess up is less likely than Mars colliding with Earth. The 30 Huaxia Coin splatter package is already on order."
"Folks, the real culprit behind this disaster is still Boss Wang. If it weren’t for him spreading temptation late at night, we wouldn’t be in this situation. Our main goal should be ’Flatten the Zhuhai Airshow, and capture that guy from next door live!’"
"The person above is right. We need to have a unified goal, a common enemy. Boss Wang is our lifelong nemesis."
Tonight, nearly all the shops selling fried goods were amazed to find that their sales had surged dramatically.
Store managers scratched their heads in confusion at the sudden influx of orders, guessing if maybe another World Cup had kicked off this year.
It wasn’t until the next day they realized it was all because of Wang Fan’s midnight temptation.
This can’t go on!
The managers’ eyes lit up. If this trend continues, wouldn’t their shops see skyrocketing business every day?
Then, one by one, the managers became Wang Fan’s fans, rushing to his Weibo to strongly request more nights like this.
Wang Fan thought he was being quite conscientious. Doing this kind of mischief every day wouldn’t be appropriate, but doing it every so often was no big deal. Especially when he made a dish he was satisfied with, sharing the joy with his fans turned out to be great, and it saved them from saying he was always offline and unsocial.
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Today was destined to be another busy day, with many people already gearing up for some revenge spending. However, Wang Fan wisely enlisted two helpers to handle the prawns.
Those who initially wanted to avenge last night’s temptation forgot their intentions as soon as the prawns hit the fryer.
The layered garlic aroma was something most had never smelled in their lives, and when combined with the incredible freshness of the prawns under high heat, their minds just went blank.
The rich aroma of the food seemed to soothe all tempers, making faces break into involuntary smiles.
The vibrantly red fried prawns were removed from the oil. In another pan, garlic, onion, chili pepper, fermented black beans, and dried chili fragments were stir-fried for a fragrant hit. When the prawns were returned to the pan, salt and white pepper were added to season, and the blending of aromas made diners take deep and appreciative breaths.
"Inhale... exhale... oddly enough, this tempting aroma makes me feel relieved. I’ve almost stopped thinking about the troubles at work."
"Inhale... exhale... it’s completely natural. My doctor once told me that when I’m feeling stressed, deep breathing can increase oxygen intake and help eliminate metabolic waste, enhance organ function, and reduce mental stress. Smelling food like this can calm nerves and bring joy. It’s all scientifically backed."
"Inhale... exhale... you know so much, buddy. No wonder I’m usually impatient in line, but today I don’t mind at all. I didn’t realize there’s a reason for this."
"Hello, my friend, I would like to swap places with you, and I’ll pay you 100 Huaxia Coin for it."
"Oh, is this the rumored big spender from yesterday?"
"Wow, money really talks."
"Dude, why not go straight to the front row for a swap? Swapping one by one must cost you a fortune. Just offer 2000 Huaxia Coin to the person at the front; they’d definitely agree."
Prince Matt chuckled, "That would make those in line later resentful. Doing it my way keeps everyone happy, doesn’t it?"
A few diners had to give him a thumbs-up after hearing that: "Bro, you’re slick. That’s a brilliant maneuver."
Prince Matt shrugged, "And then there’s my friend who disagrees. He told me yesterday, if I buy directly from the front, he wouldn’t sell to me. He said if he did sell to me, soon his line would spawn something called scalpers. Though I can’t imagine how scalpers would just appear, I definitely don’t want him not to sell me food. Anyway, I need to continue my swaps."
Though rich, the big spender was no fool. Aware of the Huaxia saying, "Don’t worry about scarcity, worry about inequality."
The Sheltered Harbor Stir-fried Prawns came out quickly. After the prawns were returned to the pan, Wang Fan added the pre-fried bread crumbs and garlic back, quickly stir-frying so that the garlic and flavor adhered to the prawns. This dish was then ready to serve straight away.
Seeing the big spender back in front using his money prowess, Wang Fan had nothing to say. The guy just enjoyed solving problems with cash, and the diners got real benefits out of it. Nothing more to say?
Matt’s smile was radiant. He’d already decided to make the prawns his favorite dish. The rich seafood aroma was simply enchanting, and he believed no one could resist it.
He had come alone today, as his entourage had returned home with their equipment purchases. Not even a bodyguard accompanied him.
He believed Huaxia’s public security could ensure his safety without any issue, especially at a military exhibition like this. Who would dare attempt a kidnapping here?
Though alone, he still ordered two portions. After this meal, he wouldn’t need dinner later, making it very economical.
He picked up a rosy, inviting prawn and popped it into his mouth. The rich garlic flavor filled his palate. The tongue could detect the crisp bread crumbs and minced garlic sticking to the prawn.
"Crunch, crunch..."
Each bite was incredibly crispy. Amazingly, each chew brought audible crunches, and this unique texture was utterly mesmerizing.
And the biggest surprise was that after high-temperature frying, the prawn meat was still very tender and juicy, with lots of sweet juices that burst with each bite.
The sweet prawn meat combined with garlic and spice created a unique and more enticing flavor that made his jaw work faster and faster.
Simply irresistible!
While he dined with relative finesse, those who’d been tempted by Wang Fan the previous night seemed to chew with a vengeance.
With gritted teeth, it was as if they were chewing on Wang Fan’s flesh.
The anticipation of a night’s worth of deliciousness entered their mouths and allayed taste buds that thirsted all night, delivering a dual satisfaction of flavor and spirit. It was truly addictive.
The prawns disappeared, all swallowed up. Neither the prawn shells nor heads were wasted. This wasn’t the end, though. The bowls were picked up, and the bread crumbs, fried garlic, and even the chili and fermented beans were swept clean into their mouths.
The bread crumbs and fried garlic, flavored with prawn freshness, were so tasty they didn’t feel any less satisfying than the prawns, leaving everyone exclaiming in delight.
Satiated diners relaxed in the rest area, chatting away to pass the time, feeling that this kind of small enjoyment of life was supremely pleasant, a true "stolen enjoyment" of leisure.
"There are plenty of this dish in the Greater Bay Area. I’ve tried it before, and honestly, not even the best-known old establishments measure up to this."
"There are lots of them in Guangfu too, and their flavors are good, but this dish really suffers from comparison. When compared like this, this flavor completely crushes them."
"Boss Wang’s real strength lies in his control of the heat. These prawns are fried to perfection. The exterior is so crispy, yet the prawn inside is still tender and juicy—it’s almost like you can feel the juice popping in your mouth."
