"I recall the tofu at Hanfeng Tower in the county town was very good when we were there last time. I happen to be acquainted with Old Li, the person in charge of buying ingredients there. He loves drinking and gambling, so when you go there, take him a jar of wine and ask around about where Hanfeng Tower gets their tofu, tofu skin, and salted duck eggs from," he said.
"Remember to mention my name when you go there. Old Li doesn't know you. If you don't mention me, then he might not tell you honestly," advised Qi Changfu.
"Sure thing, Master. Don't worry, I'll definitely handle this matter properly," Tongfei replied, completely agreeing.
Seeing his disciple willing and capable, Qi Changfu was thrilled. He took another sip of wine from his cup, savored on some peanuts, and thoroughly enjoyed himself.
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That very night, Zhuang Qingning brought back the bean seeds she had gotten from Mo and handed them over to Zhuang Jingye.