Siheyuan: Pretend to be a Pig and Eat the Tiger

That's right, Yan Jiecheng opened a restaurant, but it has been in a state of uncertainty. These days, there is no shortage of customers for a restaurant, and eating out has become fashionable.
The situation has also changed from before 49. Money is king, and going to restaurants is a sign of wealth. The habit of showing off and flaunting wealth in Beijing has become prominent, so restaurants are doing very well.

Business was good, so naturally some money was made. With money, he started to get cocky. This was the real reason why Yan Bugui didn't want to give his boss a good look and was preparing to agree to He Yuzhu's request!

Yan Jiecheng was also helpless. He thought that after paying back the money, he could achieve autonomy, completely break away from Yan Bugui, become the head of the family, and do whatever he wanted. Who knew that the reversal would come so quickly.

Going to Ho Yu-chu's door to beg for help is definitely not going to work. Not to mention whether Ho would even see him, the MCA alone would be enough to give him a hard time. The MCA is also a big shot in the industry.
Originally, the idea was to save costs and make more money, but who knew that the little bastard who was working for Lao Ma was all bragging loudly, but in reality, he couldn't do anything. As soon as Lao Ma left, he couldn't do anything at all.
In fact, what Yan Jiecheng didn't know was that Lao Ma's subordinate made a mistake that everyone makes. It seemed easy, but once you actually did it, you realized it wasn't as simple as you imagined.
Many people are like this: they always think it seems very simple and they can operate it independently. In fact, being able to watch and being able to do are two completely different concepts!
"Is there something wrong with the restaurant? Let me guess, either they're reducing the portions or they're complaining that the MCA father is charging too much, is that it?"

Yan Bugui sighed. He Yuzhu was right. The boss's restaurant had run into trouble. Otherwise, the couple wouldn't have come back!

"Dad, you're truly a brilliant strategist! There really is a problem. We'd like to ask you to talk to Sha Zhu and let Lao Ma continue as the head chef!"

Yan Jiecheng and his wife exchanged a glance. This old man was quite something; he had guessed the general idea before they even spoke. However, guessing was of little use. The only way to survive now was to bring Old Ma back. Otherwise, the restaurant would have to go out of business!
"Hehe... Boss, I thought you were stupid enough, but now it seems that calling you stupid is too kind of you, Boss Yan. You are utterly foolish."

You dare call him "Silly Zhu"? He's the owner of eighteen He's restaurants in Beijing, the number one person in the catering industry. What gives you the right to call him "Silly Zhu"?

"He's a 'foolish pillar,' and what are you? A stupid pig? Restaurants thrive on skilled chefs, and the chef you got rid of was recommended by the pillar—Ma Hua's father! Now you're begging him? Do you deserve it?"

Yan Bugui shook his head. He had been shrewd his whole life, how did he end up with such an unreliable son? He was called Sha Zhu, so what was he?
He Daqing, you abandoned Zhuzi and let him become a self-taught talent, while I taught him my whole life and this is the kind of thing he became;
Yan Bugui was insanely envious of He Daqing. Was this the difference between people? He Daqing ran away with the widow, while He Yuzhu defied the odds and became the top young person in the compound.
Now he's the first to open a restaurant, the first privately owned restaurant. Wow, his reputation has spread throughout the whole country. Looking at the eldest son, whom I've carefully taught since childhood, I feel so powerless!
"Dad, He Yuzhu is the only one who can save our restaurant now. Please help me. No matter what, I will always be your son!"

Yan Jiecheng disagreed, but since he needed Yan Bugui's help, he naturally didn't want to argue. Instead, he hoped that Yan Bugui would take the initiative to ask He Yuzhu to give his restaurant another chance.
It's not that the couple didn't invite Lao Ma; they said they were planning to retire and quit. Let alone the couple, would Lao Ma believe that excuse?
However, seeing Old Ma's determination, the two dared not bother him any further. After all, he was Ma Hua's son. As He Yuzhu's apprentice, Ma Hua's status in He's Restaurant was self-evident.

At the beginning of the year, during the anniversary celebration of He's Restaurant, He Yuzhu's act of awarding a two-courtyard house to his apprentice became a well-known story in Beijing's catering circle.

This shows that MCA holds an important place in Ho Yu Chu's heart. If they really want to deal with his restaurant, they can decide its fate without consulting Ho Yu Chu. That's power!

“Take care of your own affairs. I don’t have the ability. I begged him to be the head chef. Now that you’ve made such a mess of things, how can I still have the face to appear in front of Zhu Zi?”

Yan Bugui was determined to teach his boss a lesson and tell him a principle, a problem that his boss had gradually ignored: your father is always your father, no matter what. Don't think that just because you've made some money, you can disown your father!
“Dad, compared to our family business, what does a little face matter? You…” Yan Jiecheng was in a hurry, but his wife stopped him before he could finish speaking. Men in Beijing value face the most, and saying this would only invite a scolding!
"Hmph, Zhu Zi is at home right now, go and beg him yourself. I'm old, unlike you young people, so I still have to save face!"

Yan Bugui never expected his son to say such a thing. Besides, isn't that your business? How did it become part of the family?

Of course, such words cannot be said directly. In any case, this is the Yan family's business; it's just that I can't get involved!

"Dad, you..."

Yan Jiecheng wanted to say something, but Yan Bugui walked directly into the house. Yan Jiecheng looked at his mother expectantly, then walked out of the house disappointed!

"Old man, are you really not going to help our eldest son? He's still our child, and he's finally starting to look up..."

Yang Ruihua still couldn't bear it. No matter what, he was still her son. Seeing Yan Jiecheng's disappointment, she felt a little heartbroken!

“Ruihua, Zhuzi is no longer the silly Zhuzi he used to be. He is now Boss He. Although he hasn’t moved out yet, we have to admit that these old neighbors and Zhuzi are no longer in the same world. It’s good to know this.”

Besides, the boss's actions were unethical. If we intervene rashly, it might incur Zhu Zi's wrath, which would be counterproductive. We'll need Zhu Zi's help in many situations, and favors will only grow thinner with time. Our business is just starting out, so it's best to be cautious!

Yan Bugui sighed helplessly. Who could have imagined years ago that Zhuzi would end up like this? It can only be said that everyone underestimated Zhuzi's potential. If only back then…

Did Yan Bugui regret it? Of course. If he had helped Zhu Zi when the Qing Dynasty had just left, out of consideration for his students, would he have gone unrewarded?
Why did Liu Haizhong become so wealthy in such a short time? He not only owned modern home appliances, but also applied for a telephone.

Wasn't it all because they sponsored Director Lan's schooling? Look at them, when the opportunity came, they didn't hesitate to give Liu Haizhong a hand, which is why that fatso has his current prestige and confidence.

Yan Bugui suddenly thought of Yi Zhonghai, who had already passed away. Back then, Yi Zhonghai was the one who schemed against Zhu Zi the most. However, he had adopted a good daughter and thought he could live a good life. Who knew that he would end up benefiting the He family.
Perhaps this is retribution? Yi Zhonghai schemed against the He family, adopted a child, and doted on her for so many years, only to have both husband and wife die before they could enjoy their happiness. The He family gained a daughter-in-law for nothing. Who can truly understand cause and effect? ​​(End of Chapter)