Chapter 1282 - 1278: Reassuring the People (First Update)

"The government officials haven’t arrived, nor has the doctor, so why are you so certain? Or are you saying you can replace both the officials and the doctor?" Mu Shuangshuang sternly questioned.

Among the crowd, many were both scared and angry about the incident, but they were forcibly subdued by Mu Shuangshuang’s imposing presence!

A few of the staff stood by, secretly admiring Mu Shuangshuang while also feeling that they themselves were too timid.

What they didn’t realize was that Mu Shuangshuang had already gained considerable experience in handling such situations, making her adept at it!

Finally, the doctor and the government constables arrived!

The doctor was a physician named Liu from Hechun Hall in town, and the constables were two small officers patrolling the town.

Ah Cai must have informed them of the incident, as they asked directly upon entering, "Has anyone been poisoned? Where are they?"

"Dear constables, no one is confirmed poisoned, it’s just suspected!" Mu Shuangshuang corrected the constables.

The reputation of the restaurant couldn’t be tarnished just like that!

"Heh—" The man who spoke first sneered, as if suggesting Mu Shuangshuang was distorting the truth.

But after Mu Shuangshuang glared at him, he didn’t say anything further!

However, his eyes remained fixed on Mu Shuangshuang and the Chengfeng Restaurant.

The two men rumored to be poisoned still wore pained expressions.

Mu Shuangshuang instructed the doctor to treat them with all his might and to ensure a result was determined.

As for the onlookers, she didn’t drive them away, but simply didn’t let them enter the inn.

Since the more things are concealed, the more they spark suspicion.

While the doctor was saving the people, Mu Shuangshuang addressed those outside, "I will give everyone an explanation regarding today’s matter!

But I also hope that everyone doesn’t spread baseless rumors as if they are the truth!

Chengfeng Restaurant has reached this point not because of my individual efforts but because of the united endeavors of everyone in Chengfeng Restaurant!

There’s too much effort from many people involved, and I don’t wish for a misunderstanding to tarnish Chengfeng Restaurant’s reputation forever!

So I ask everyone for a bit of trust; I definitely won’t let you down!"

Mu Shuangshuang’s speech was a reassurance to the crowd.

She knew that today’s incident, if it happened to any restaurant, could very likely ruin their reputation.

In business, once the reputation is tarnished, no one would come to dine anymore!

Mu Shuangshuang’s words had some effect, but weren’t entirely effective.

Many were still skeptical, but since the doctor and the officials hadn’t spoken, they couldn’t say much either!

The diagnosis result finally came out: it was poisoning!

Mu Shuangshuang was somewhat stunned, but she maintained her composure.

"Sir, please check whether the food of these two individuals has any issues!"

The doctor listened to Mu Shuangshuang and tested with a silver needle, and was dumbfounded by the results.

The silver needle turned black, "This..." The doctor held the silver needle, staring blankly at Mu Shuangshuang.

Nearby, the constable almost simultaneously moved, putting a knife to Mu Shuangshuang’s neck, as if preparing to take her away.

"Wait a moment!" Mu Shuangshuang said.

"Please test the other dishes as well!" Mu Shuangshuang instructed the doctor.

The doctor took another silver needle to test other dishes, but nothing was wrong with them!

"This... I’ve never seen this situation before, it doesn’t make sense, dishes from the same pot...!"

One dish from the table was poisoned, which defied common logic!

"What if the poison was added after the food was cooked?" the constable voiced his suspicion.

"What would be the motive?" Mu Shuangshuang asked.

"These two guests are merely ordinary guests; they look unfamiliar and likely have never been to our restaurant!

Since we’ve never crossed paths, there’s no grievance! Our restaurant has no reason to poison them and ruin our reputation!"

What Mu Shuangshuang said indeed made some sense.

It was indeed a puzzling matter!

"Well, young lady, we’re not saying it was someone from Chengfeng Restaurant who poisoned them, but this situation must be resolved, and it must involve the county government!

Choose either to come with us voluntarily, or we will take you with us!"

After speaking, the constable added, "Rest assured, young lady, if this matter has nothing to do with you, our County Magistrate will not wrong you!"

Mu Shuangshuang hesitated; she didn’t want to end up in prison.

Besides, this matter had nothing to do with Chengfeng Restaurant!

Even if it did, once she was taken in, who would search for evidence for her?

Who would inform her parents?

While Mu Shuangshuang hesitated, Yu Dahai returned, seeing a crowd gathered in the restaurant; he quietly inquired within the crowd.

Once he understood the situation, he entered the restaurant.

So, shortly after the constable mentioned arresting Mu Shuangshuang, Yu Dahai stepped forward.

"Dear constables, it’s like this, I’m actually the manager of this restaurant, handling all major and minor affairs!

Although she’s our owner, she’s unaware of everything; I’ll go with you!"

After speaking, Yu Dahai gave a meaningful look to Mu Shuangshuang.

Mu Shuangshuang was momentarily stunned but could only follow Yu Dahai’s nod.

"That’s it!"

Yu Dahai’s thinking was similar to Mu Shuangshuang’s; if Mu Shuangshuang got taken away, Yu Dahai didn’t know anyone in the government to help.

God knows how long it would take to get Mu Shuangshuang out!

Better for him to go, leaving Mu Shuangshuang outside to figure something out.

The constables told the doctor to keep an eye on the two poisoned individuals, and that they would bring more associates the next day to take them to the county.

After saying this, they were about to take Yu Dahai away.

Mu Shuangshuang secretly slipped some silver to the constable, asking him not to make things difficult for Yu Dahai.

Because of this, she managed to secure half an incense stick’s worth of time to talk privately with Yu Dahai.

Mu Shuangshuang first told Yu Dahai about Fengzi’s good friend in the county.

Back when Mu Dashan and Yu Si Niang were in prison, Lu Yuanfeng sought his help, now they could only trouble him again!

"Brother Yu, tell him who you are, and ask for his help, ensuring you aren’t harmed!

Once Fengzi returns, I will surely thank him in person!"

Yu Dahai remembered Mu Shuangshuang’s words and said, "Shuangshuang, clearly someone is sabotaging us!

Among the crowd, there should be accomplices of those two individuals; find a way to identify them!

Also, although the restaurant staff is timid, they’re more useful than people outside. If you trust them, let them help you!"

Mu Shuangshuang nodded, "I understand! Brother Yu, thank you for this! When you get out, I’ll throw a welcome back banquet for you!"

The news of the constable taking Yu Dahai to the county quickly spread around.

The other restaurants seized the opportunity to smear Chengfeng Restaurant.

Overnight, Chengfeng Restaurant’s reputation plummeted.

Mu Shuangshuang also gave the restaurant staff a leave!