Chương 9: The Extraordinary Spicy Curry

This was a quintessential demonstration of how Emma amalgamated shrewd strategic thinking with effective, hands-on execution to realize their objectives at the school bazaar.

With utmost precision, Emma received the curry bowl from Rosalind. With a mixture of enthusiasm and expertise, she added five hearty spoonfuls of the fiery sauce to the bowl, each one contributing to the intense flavor they had carefully crafted.

Rosalind, ever the pragmatist, sighed in annoyance but complied. "Alright, but don't blame me if they start breathing fire," she retorted with a smirk, reaching for the sauce jar.

"This is a pivotal part of our strategy," Emma explained, her tone laced with determination. "The allure of the low price draws them in, but the heat keeps them coming back for our tea. It's brilliant!"

As Rosalind added the extra spoonfuls of fiery sauce, she couldn't help but acknowledge the cleverness of their plan. "I still can't believe you came up with this," she admitted, a hint of admiration in her voice.

However, Emma responded casually, "We've been clear from the start that our curry is spicy. They knew it and still bought it, so that's their business." Emma confidently believed that buyers had been warned, and she saw no need to worry further.

With the intensified Spicy Curry ready, Emma took the curry bowl from Rosalind. She approached their waiting customers, all of whom were older students, and presented the sauce-enhanced bowl with a professional smile. "Here you go, our special Spicy Curry, not for the faint of heart!"

Their customers eyed the dish with a mix of excitement and trepidation, knowing that this particular curry was legendary for its intense spiciness.

As they accepted the bowls, the chatter among them grew animated with the anticipation of the fiery feast to come.

Amid the bustling atmosphere of the school bazaar, Emma noticed that some of the curry bowls were left in a state of post-feast disarray.

She shot a stern look at Theodore, who was too engrossed in a conversation with girls from another class.

"Theodore," Emma called out firmly, her voice cutting through the chatter. "Wash the dirty bowls, we can't keep our customers waiting!" She maintained her composure despite the increasingly busy situation.

Theodore, momentarily startled by Emma's no-nonsense tone, quickly excused himself from the girls' company and hurried over to the pile of dirty dishes. He mumbled apologies to the young ladies as he grabbed a scrub brush.

As Henry got to work cleaning the bowls, Emma turned her attention to another essential aspect of their operation. "Madam Chairman, the tea base is ready!" Henry exclaimed enthusiastically, presenting a plastic jug he had just prepared.

Emma, always ready to take action in managing the bazaar booth, assessed the situation.

She recognized that the tea was a crucial part of their strategy, ensuring that their customers not only enjoyed their meal but also quenched their fiery palates with the refreshing beverage.

With precision, Emma accepted the jug from Henry, handling it with care, and placed it gently on the table.

Her next move might have seemed somewhat confusing to both Henry and Rosalind, who were watching her with curiosity.

Emma didn't immediately pour the tea into cups for the customers. Instead, she went to another table where she had prepared a teapot filled mostly with small ice cubes.

Henry and Rosalind exchanged puzzled glances, trying to decipher Emma's plan.

Amid the commotion of the bazaar, Emma couldn't help but notice the reactions of their customers as they received the tea they had ordered.

It was inevitable – they complained about the extraordinary spiciness of the Spicy Curry. Some even felt the burn, with liquid streaming from their noses and eyes.

Emma, her face a picture of amusement despite the chaotic scene, couldn't help but intervene. "Hold on a moment!" she said with a calm demeanor, though she struggled to stifle her laughter. She gestured to Henry, who was still a bit puzzled by her actions.

"Henry," Emma began to explain, her voice tinged with suppressed laughter, "this teapot is filled mostly with small ice cubes." She pointed to the teapot she had prepared earlier. "So, in one glass, there's more ice cubes than tea. This way, they'll buy for more. Do you get it?" Emma provided Henry with a detailed explanation of her clever trick to ensure better understanding.

Henry, now enlightened by Emma's cunning plan, couldn't help but chuckle. He gave her a nod of approval and flashed a quick thumbs-up to signify his acknowledgment and readiness to execute her crafty instructions.

With newfound enthusiasm, Henry took over the task of serving tea according to Emma's ingenious plan.

The buyers, starting to catch on, began shouting with enthusiasm, requesting more tea.

It was becoming apparent to them that the main attraction at this bazaar wasn't just the spicy curry; it was also the refreshing tea that complemented the fiery dish perfectly.

Emma, with her sharp strategic mind, had masterfully shifted the focus onto beverage sales, captivating the interest of the buyers.

Her meticulous planning had steered them towards success in the Cooper Cloves school bazaar.

As Emma surveyed their surroundings, she couldn't help but glance towards Bright's class booth, which was also teeming with visitors.

Bright's class had chosen to showcase various types of exquisite cakes, each a true work of culinary art.

Emma couldn't shake the feeling that they might have made the wrong choice, particularly given that the bazaar was held during lunchtime.

Most buyers were on the lookout for a heartier meal. Yet, against all odds, their sweet offerings were still flying off the shelves.

The assortment of cakes presented by Bright's class was truly a sight to behold. There were delicate sponge cakes adorned with intricate floral icing, each one a testament to the skill of the young bakers.

Cupcakes, too, made their appearance, their tops adorned with vibrant colors and creative designs that appealed to the eye.

But it didn't stop there. Among the offerings were decadent brownies, rich and chocolatey, with a hint of nuts for added crunch.

These brownies practically melted in one's mouth, a heavenly treat for any chocolate enthusiast.