Financial freedom starts with smiling at life

Chapter 223 I will raise your daughter

Wu Keqing thought her parents were surprised because their precious daughter suddenly came back to see them, and they were so excited that they didn't know how to express their happiness.

In fact, the moment she opened the car window, Wu Ma's eyes went directly to Jiang Beicheng who was sitting in the driver's seat.

She has sharp eyes.

They instantly recognized the handsome young man who had brought their daughter back today as the young man hunting black bears that they had seen in the photo before.

When her daughter generously introduced Jiangbei City, Mother Wu came to her senses.

Dad Wu was attracted by this Escalade from the very beginning. It is the presidential car and a man’s dream.

He dreams of replacing his current Lexus GS300 with a full-size SUV, and his favorites include the Land Rover Range Rover, Chevrolet Suburban and Cadillac Escalade.

I also visited some luxury car stores in Chengdu that do parallel imports.

Because business has not been good in the past two years and I also want to save some money for my daughter to buy a house, I have to temporarily give up the idea of ​​changing the car.

The Escalade that drove over to Jiangbei City today was equipped with a full carbon kit, and the price is self-evident.

This reminded Dad Wu of the Mercedes-Benz that Jiangbei City arranged to pick them up when they went to Jiangnan City to visit their daughter.

During the Chinese New Year, my daughter drove the Mercedes-Benz back to her hometown. The neighbors thought they had changed their car.

Enjoy a bit of vanity.

The brother my daughter recognized is indeed rich.

"Um, I don't know what to call you?" Aunt Wu hurried up to greet him, a little nervous.

Jiang Beicheng is a distinguished guest in their family.

Jiang Beicheng smiled and said, "Auntie, just call me Beicheng."

After getting to know each other, I went to the back seat and picked up a few gift boxes. I asked Shen Jun to arrange them and put them in the car in advance when I went out today.

"Beicheng, sit down!" Aunt Wu glanced at the store and said with a smile, "It's a bit chaotic here in the wholesale market..."

Father Wu said, "Take Beicheng home and sit down. I'll stay here. When the last truck is loaded, we'll go have dinner."

While making arrangements, he reached into his pocket, ready to give Jiang Beicheng some cigarettes.

He took it out halfway and put it back.

The Furong King in my pocket looks a bit shabby.

I ran into the store quickly and took out a 1916.

"Beicheng, have a smoke." Dad Wu invited him.

"Beicheng, let's go back and sit down. It's not far, but it's a bit messy here." Aunt Wu said as she took off her apron.

Jiang Beicheng smiled and sat down, "Uncle, aunt, it's okay, I'll sit with you for a while.

When you guys are done here, let’s have dinner together.”

Mr. and Mrs. Wu looked at each other, smiled, and sat down.

Wu Keqing sat down next to Jiang Beicheng and reminded his parents, "Hey, there's me too."

The couple shook their heads and smiled.

What I mean is that it’s not that important from childhood to adulthood.

Just smile and show your appreciation.

"What did I say, brother? Look at my parents. They act like you are their biological child." Wu Keqing curled his lips.

Wu Ma followed with a laugh and said, "If I had a child as outstanding as Beicheng, I would wake up laughing in my dreams."

Wu Keqing said directly: "Then you should be mentally prepared. Your daughter, who is not outstanding at all, has done something very willful."

The couple looked at their daughter.

The first thing that came to Wu Ma’s mind was, could it be that she was really dating Jiang Beicheng?
Jiang Beicheng broke up with his ex-girlfriend?

The last time they went there, they heard their daughter talk about Haitangxi and said that she was developing in the United States.

This kind of relationship that is separated by distance and rare cannot stand the test.

If her daughter was really dating Jiang Beicheng, she would not object.

Who knew my daughter would suddenly say, "I quit my job."

It’s impossible for a couple to get along.

Staring at her in a daze.

"If you want to scold me, do it quickly. Don't wait until we're at the dinner table to disturb my brother's meal." Wu Keqing was determined to fight to the bitter end, ready to face the storm.

But his eyes and little mouth are very naughty, and he is always acting coquettishly to his parents.

"Oh~" Dad Wu sighed and shook his head.

He wanted to remind his daughter that in today's society, having a stable job is better than anything else. Parents don't ask you to be rich, they just want you to be able to support yourself.

It's a pity that I quit that job at the bank.

But my daughter is so old now. She has entered society and has her own judgment. It is not possible to educate her in the same way as before.

Jiang Beicheng is still here today, so it’s even more difficult to say anything that will affect family harmony.

I'd rather not talk about it.

Wu Ma accepted it with a smile, "Just quit, take a good rest, and then look for another job.

My daughter is so outstanding, how can she not find a good job?"

Although he said he disliked her, he loved her very much in his heart.

Jiang Beicheng was moved by the attitude of Mr. and Mrs. Wu towards their daughter.

There is no doubt that this is a very healthy way of education.

As parents, we will not plan your life, but we will do our best to support you.

If you are wronged or have a bad time outside, your parents will encourage you when they know about it.

When you are at the lowest point in your life and confused about your career and can't find your direction, you can come home and stay for a few days.

As long as parents are alive, children have a way out.

It reminded Jiang Beicheng of his parents.

He likes this family atmosphere very much.

Wu Keqing hugged his mother and joked, "And my brother. If I can't make it, I'll go work for him."

"You just know how to bother others." Father Wu glanced at her and reminded her to stop disturbing Jiangbei City.

Jiang Beicheng joked, "Come work for me, and don't cry if you get criticized!"

"Beicheng, her uncle and aunt have spoiled her since she was a child. If she does anything wrong, you should educate her." Aunt Wu suddenly changed the subject.

Wu Keqing was confused.

How's mom doing today?
It's sunny sometimes and rainy sometimes.

But no matter what you say, Brother Beicheng will never be mean to me, he will only spoil me to the sky.

Jiang Beicheng smiled along with the family.

After clinking cigarettes with Wu's father, he asked with concern, "How's business?"

Father Wu shook his head and said, "This year is the worst year since I started my business.

Sales are down at least 15% compared to the same period last year.”

Wu Ma followed up, "Business is really hard these days.

Your uncle and I don't have any big plans. We just need to save some money for Qingqing and prepare some for our retirement."

Father Wu humbly asked Jiang Beicheng for advice: "Beicheng, you are a big businessman and have seen the world. Can you give me some advice? What should we do now to find a way out for our business?"

Jiang Beicheng could tell from his eyes and expression that the family business was not as good as before, but he could not think of a way to change the status quo.

For people who do business, the inner feeling of powerlessness and the tension brought by the outside world make you feel very uncomfortable.

But Jiang Beicheng still didn't talk big in front of Mr. and Mrs. Wu, or give them advice. He said matter-of-factly, "Uncle, aunt, I can't give you any advice."

The couple nodded.

It can be seen that the two are under a lot of pressure and feel a little lost.

But Jiang Beicheng really had no way to give them any advice. What advice could he give?

Digital transformation? Empowerment first, then supply? Channel integration? Or community e-commerce? ...

Their way of thinking is outdated and it is difficult to change it.

It’s nothing more than learning to shoot short videos to absorb some public domain traffic, or maintaining customers on WeChat and doing a good job of private domain traffic.

These two points are what they are doing and can do. I can't say that they can help them make a lot of money, but at least they can have food to eat and some savings.

But for their industry, it is just a struggle to survive.

Jiang Beicheng carefully analyzed the situation for the couple, saying, "Uncle, aunt, the current market environment and information resources are no longer what they were ten or even five years ago.

It’s all about the Internet, light asset operations, and the supply chain.

Today's supply chain platforms and online price comparison platforms have transparent prices, and regional wholesalers have lost their competitiveness.

Coupled with the increasingly fierce competition from offline discount stores, your industry will only become more and more difficult."

After listening to this, Mr. and Mrs. Wu nodded and agreed with Jiang Beicheng's point of view.

Apart from anything else, the offline snack trend in recent years has caused many snack wholesalers to go bankrupt.

Although the snack shop market has gradually become saturated, a balance of interests has been found between snack shops and wholesalers, and wholesalers can still make some money.

However, the evil trend of wholesale supermarkets immediately emerged, which had the greatest impact on their wholesale of non-staple food.

They have already started to tap into rural customers, and deliver goods to their doorsteps, with very little profit.

Jiang Beicheng smiled and said, "Uncle, Auntie, Qingqing won't bother you. Just make money and take care of yourself."

In fact, there is a way out for them in this line of work, but Mr. and Mrs. Wu are old, and they don’t have enough energy to start a business again, nor can they handle the current fast-moving consumer goods business model.

Father Wu himself was not in good health, and Jiang Beicheng couldn't bear to see him.

Instead of encouraging them to start a business again or investing in them to start a business, it is better to just give them money so that they can enjoy a comfortable life.

If the two elders cannot let go of this business now, they can run it for a few more years and save the money they earn.

He will take care of my good sister.

Wu Keqing certainly understood what Beicheng's brother meant, and continued with a smile, "Mom and Dad, don't worry, I can make money to support you."

The couple smiled and felt relieved.

It's also very warm inside.

"Boss Wu, the goods have been loaded. Give me the order." The truck driver came over and said.

"Okay, thank you for your support, and I hope your business will be prosperous!" Wu Yuhua said goodbye with a smile.

He stretched lazily and warmly invited Jiang Beicheng, "Beicheng, let's go eat."

Let Aunt Wu book a table quickly.

Just eat it as soon as it’s served.

The first thing that came to Wu Ma's mind was Xin Rong Ji. They had once entertained clients there and the dishes were somewhat similar to those at Beicheng Hotel. The only top restaurants in Chengdu were Xin Rong Ji and Yu Zhilan.

They are all at the level of Michelin two stars.

Jiangbeicheng is a distinguished guest, so naturally he must be treated with high standards.

It is definitely not possible to book a private room, you have to make a reservation one day in advance.

The lobby is probably fine.

The business of Xinrongji in Chengdu cannot compare with that of Beicheng Restaurant in Jiangbei City.

In fact, these natives rarely go there to eat. Jiangsu and Zhejiang cuisine is okay, but the Sichuan cuisine there lacks soul.

I don't know the taste of Jiangbei City, so I can only choose high-end ones.

After a quick cleanup, the store was closed.

"Beicheng, let me drive. You must be very tired after driving for several hours. I am more familiar with the road conditions in Rongcheng." Dad Wu said with a smile.

Jiang Beicheng gave the driving seat to him.

Wu Ma was sitting in the back seat and laughing. She knew the old man's thoughts best, he just wanted to have fun.

If the old man hadn't considered that his daughter didn't want to return to Chengdu and wanted to spend money to build her a good home in Jiangnan City, he would have changed his car long ago.

"The internet says the Escalade is slow to drive, but I don't think so at all," said Wu's father, smiling. "It's a lot more powerful than the one I saw before."

Jiang Beicheng said: "Uncle, the power system and chassis suspension have all been adjusted."

"I was wondering why it drives so smoothly. This is the standard for men." Dad Wu said excitedly.

Wu Keqing and her mother looked at each other and smiled, covering their mouths.

I want to say: Dad, please control your excited heart and trembling hands.

Dad Wu drove Jiang Beicheng to the Huashang Financial Center.

After parking the car, he introduced Jiang Beicheng, "The only Xinrongji in the southwest region is here. Beicheng should know about it. They also serve Jiangsu and Zhejiang cuisine, a bit like Beicheng Restaurant."

Jiang Beicheng nodded without saying anything polite or disappointing.

People receive you with high standards and treat you as a distinguished guest and respect you.

On the other hand, it is also a measure of one's own spending power, and they will not pretend to be rich just to please you.

Otherwise, they wouldn’t tell you that business is difficult in the store.

It's like treating you as one of our own and giving you our all.

It would be rude of you to continue to be so falsely polite.

I've eaten at Xinrongji several times in Jiangbei City. It's located in the Yangtze River Delta and is really good with strong regional characteristics.

He has never been to this store in Chengdu, so he doesn't know if oranges grown in Huainan can still grow into oranges?
He came here today out of curiosity.

"Hello, sir, do you have a reservation?" the concierge greeted warmly.

Wu Ma went over to communicate.

Jiang Beicheng followed him into the restaurant. The restaurant's decoration style was as gorgeous as ever, and the classic brand name "Xinrongji" at the door was eye-catching.

A statue of Guan Gong placed in the entrance hall attracted Jiang Beicheng's attention. Jiang Beicheng went over and lit some incense for the second master.

Move to the lobby and sit down to order food.

"Beicheng, just be more relaxed!" Aunt Wu said with a smile.

Jiang Beicheng saw the Sichuan cuisine on the menu and ordered two well-known Sichuan dishes. The other dishes were similar to those at Beicheng Hotel.

When the appetizers came, Jiang Beicheng's phone rang.

"Manager Luo, go ahead!" Jiang Beicheng answered the phone.

"Mr. Jiang, Mr. Cai has come to the MixC store for dinner." Manager Luo said nervously.

"Which one?"

"That's the judge from Black Pearl!"

Jiangbei Chen remembered.

Cai Tian, ​​the founder of Yipanhaocai, is an international food judge, a member of the judging panel of the domestic Black Pearl Restaurant, and also a director.

Jiang Beicheng instructed: "Just the daily reception will be fine."

He guessed that Cai Tian was most likely here to evaluate the North City Hotel. At the beginning of the year, the North City Hotel passed the Black Pearl Restaurant selection criteria and entered the judges' review stage.

Normally, the judges will anonymously review the restaurants on the list and give professional evaluations. If their identity information is exposed, the ratings will be invalid.

However, in China's society where relationships are important, there is basically no such thing as "anonymity". Several directors of the Black Pearl Restaurant Selection Council are engaged in the catering industry.

Their restaurant’s reputation is not as good as expected, but it has always maintained its position as a Black Pearl Three Diamond Restaurant.

The restaurants that have been on the list in recent years all have a good relationship with them privately.

As a director, Cai Tian came to Beicheng Hotel for dinner with great fanfare. If he came with an evaluation mission, it would be very against the rules.

Jiang Beicheng was not prepared to rush back to receive him, nor did he ask his employees to please him. He just wanted to receive him normally.

He also wanted to see how high the gold content of black pearls was now.

(End of this chapter)