The Young Childhood Friend Chef

Shen Xuanyue transmigrates into an ancient romance novel, becoming the male lead Ji Qi's ill-fated first wife, destined to die young.

After Ji Qi's family falls on hard times, he travels a thousand miles from home as a child to seek refuge with the Shen family.

With their support, he passes the imperial examinations and earns the title of top scholar.

Ji Qi is brilliantly talented and a man of noble character. Even after rising to a position of immense power, he keeps his promise and marries his childhood betrothed, Shen Xuanyue.

The only problem is, the original Shen Xuanyue never lives long enough to enjoy any of it.

One day, everyone notices that Shen Xuanyue, the young lady of the Shen family's Third Branch, has changed.

The frail girl who was always sick suddenly gets healthy and starts managing the family's shops to make money.

Several of the Third Branch's businesses are on the verge of going under, so Shen Xuanyue makes a bold decision: she renovates them into a chain of eateries, serving milk tea, barbecue, hot pot, and local specialties all along one street.

Those who have never tried the food declare with confidence, "The Shen family's cooking must be poisonous."

But after they try it...

"Oh, the meat simmered in this little hot pot is so warm and comforting!"

"The chewy bits in the milk tea are so fragrant!"

"Fried skewers in flatbread or grilled skewers? Forget choosing, I'll have both!"

Even Ji Qi, her young childhood friend at the academy, hears rumors about Shen Xuanyue's astonishing transformation.

The young Ji Qi asks, "How did you come up with the idea?"

Shen Xuanyue, the rich lady, confidently stuffs two taels of silver into his hand. "I make money, of course, so I can support you."

Ji Qi: "..."

Years later, Ji Qi rises to the highest seat of power. His handsome, refined face seems gentle, but a cold blade lurks beneath the surface.

Only in front of his childhood sweetheart, Shen Xuanyue, does he show his true feelings.

Now that Shen Xuanyue's shops are thriving and bringing in piles of money, Ji Qi walks over with a warm smile and takes her hand.

He says, "You've got so much money. You'd better support me for the rest of my life."

#Childhood Friends, Innocent Love#

#Food Business + Imperial Examinations#

A sweet little chef who loves every kind of food x a reserved, cold, secretly passionate Grand Tutor

A few things to know before reading:

1. One-on-one romance, sweet and doting, with plenty of good food and a cozy atmosphere.

2. The dynasty is loosely based on history, and the food is inspired by recipes found online. Don't overthink it.

3. The childhood friend is a beautiful but tragic character who loves only the heroine.

4. Cover art by artist Yuhuo.

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Theme: Love and respect others at all times, and you will receive the same love and respect in return