The first step in the book is to start selling tofu

Lin Zhi was relaxed and in a good mood, as if a ray of bright sunshine shone into her heart, making her feel particularly happy.

This joyful mood was also directly reflected in her subsequent writing. The words flowed naturally like flowing water, her ideas became clearer, and the plot became more fascinating.

After the second half of the business hours began, Lin Zhi had already assigned tasks to the employees in advance, and everyone knew the scope of work they were responsible for.

Everything went smoothly according to the established plan, and there were no mistakes or unexpected situations.

However, what Lin Zhi did not expect was that there were even more guests today than yesterday.

Although she has specially increased the supply of soy products, it still cannot meet the needs of customers.

Eventually, the store had to close early.

Faced with this situation, Lin Zhi had no choice but to ask Madam Zhou to prepare some stewed rice for use, in case some students who came home late might need it.

Sure enough, as soon as the school bell rang, a group of students came running like birds.

When they learned that all the stores were sold out, the disappointment was as heavy as if the sky had fallen.

Seeing this, Lin Zhi hurried out to comfort them and told them that they still had time to go somewhere else to solve the dinner problem.

But these students did not appreciate it. They ate up all the stewed rice made by Madam Zhou with tears in their eyes.

"Shopkeeper Lin, you must prepare more goods tomorrow!"

Before leaving, the students gave Lin Zhi instructions with tearful eyes, their eyes full of expectation and longing.

Lin Zhi smiled and nodded in agreement, already thinking about what dishes to add.

As night fell and the lights came on, the family began to count the day's operating income after a busy day.

What’s surprising is that today’s turnover is nearly one or two taels of silver more than usual!

This one or two taels of silver is not a small amount, it is equivalent to one thousand copper coins!

It seems that their decision to add soy products and bean dregs meatballs to Chuan Chuan Xiang was a wise one.

As long as she keeps this trend, in three or four months, the money she earns will be enough to buy a shop.

Daya watched the silver slip away from her eyes, feeling heartbroken, and couldn't help asking again:

"Mom, shouldn't we get more goods tomorrow?"

Lin Zhi answered without hesitation:

"Of course I will! But I still need to think about what ingredients to add. I'll go out and look around tomorrow to see if there's anything suitable."

Daya was delighted to receive her mother's affirmative answer. After the four of them divided the money, they began their nightly routine under the dim oil lamp.

The two brothers concentrated on learning the knowledge taught in the school, Daya completed the homework assigned by the brothers carefully, and Lin Zhi continued to write her novel.

The second volume of her novel was almost complete, so she decided to stay up late tonight and finish it in one go.

Anyway, the family has already recruited so many workers, even if she gets up a little later, it won’t have any impact on things.

This is what Lin Zhi thought and did.

She stayed up most of the night and finally finished the second volume of the novel.

Looking at the novel in my hand, a strong sense of accomplishment came over me.

The writing process of the second volume of the novel went very smoothly, and the quality of the first draft was much better than that of the first volume.

At this level of quality, even if polishing is required, it won't take too much time.

Lin Zhi was staying up late to create, but the three little ones were very obedient and went to bed on time.

After all, they have to get up early in the morning, so they dare not stay up late.

Lin Zhi carefully put the manuscript away, then closed the lobby door tightly before returning to his room and climbing onto the bed to rest.

The next morning, Lin Zhi originally planned to go out and look for ways to add fresh ingredients to his store after inspecting the goods.

However, before she had the time to go out and look for it, someone came to her door with the ingredients.

"Are you the owner here?" The visitor was surprised that the owner was a woman, but he quickly suppressed his surprised expression.

He looked the woman in front of him up and down, thinking to himself: "This woman is so young, yet she can become the shopkeeper. She must have some skills."

"I am, who are you?" Lin Zhi looked at the stranger in front of him, a hint of vigilance flashing in his eyes.

The man was a man in his early thirties, wearing a coarse cloth and looking quite simple.

He just bowed and introduced himself: "My surname is Wang, and I am the head of a nearby farm. Although our farm is not big, we have some products. I came here today to discuss a business with your store."

Lin Zhi was moved when he heard this and asked, "Oh? What are you talking about?"

Wang Zhuangtou smiled and said:

"It's like this. We raise a lot of chickens and ducks with delicious meat in our farm. In the past, these chickens and ducks were provided for our host family's own consumption. Occasionally, if there are any extra ones, they will be sold at the market at the end of the year. But this year, our host family's business is not doing well, so we want to make more money. I was wondering if I could sell these chickens and ducks to your store?"

After listening to this, Lin Zhi nodded, thinking that this was a good idea.

She was worrying about what ingredients to add to the store, but she still asked cautiously, "So what about the price?"

Wang Zhuangtou said quickly: "The price is absolutely fair! We can set the price according to the market conditions and will never let the shopkeeper suffer a loss. Moreover, if the cooperation goes smoothly, we will have other agricultural products in the farm and we can also give priority to supplying your store."

Lin Zhi thought about it and felt that this proposal was feasible.

She said to Wang Zhuangtou, "In that case, let's give it a try. However, we need to discuss the specific details. In addition, I hope you can guarantee the quality and quantity of the chickens and ducks."

Wang Zhuangtou patted his chest and assured: "Please rest assured about this! The chickens and ducks in our farm are carefully raised, there will be absolutely no problem. As for the quantity, as long as the shopkeeper needs it, we will do our best to meet it."

Seeing his sincere attitude, Lin Zhi agreed.

The two discussed for a while and determined some specific matters.

Finally, Wang Zhuangtou said, "If the shopkeeper agrees, I will go back and report to my master, and he will come over in person to sign the contract with you."

Lin Zhi nodded and agreed: "But before signing the contract, you'd better send ten chickens here today so that I can check the quality."

Wang Zhuangtou responded with a "OK".

This is a long-term cooperation, so there is nothing wrong with sending some goods first.