Reborn in 1985: From Selling Braised Duck to Becoming the World's Richest Man

"No, no, no, of course I'd like to."

Liang Ming quickly said he was fine, but then added:

"I just feel that when it comes to opening branch stores, we business owners can't take on everything ourselves!"

"We must learn to train our subordinates, allowing them to learn while they work."

Hearing Liang Ming's words, Jiang Meizhuang said suspiciously, "Brother Liang Ming, are you sure you're not just lazy and want to dump all the work on your employees?"

Upon hearing this, Liang Ming said in a serious tone, "Sister Meizhuang, what you're saying hurts my feelings."

"I thought you understood my desire to train employees and build a talent pool for the future Xiangmanlou Catering Chain Group, but I never expected you to see me this way..."

Finally, Liang Ming looked up, appearing wounded.

Upon hearing Liang Ming's serious words, Jiang Meizhuang wondered if she had misunderstood him.

She quickly grabbed Liang Ming's hand and said, "Okay, okay, I misunderstood you. I apologize. Please forgive me."

Feeling the soft texture of the skin against his hand, Liang Ming's lips curled into a slight smile. He then grabbed the skin in his other hand and began to knead it.

"It's not impossible for me to forgive you, but..."

Jiang Meizhuang blushed slightly at Liang Ming's actions, but did not refuse. Instead, she smiled charmingly and asked in return:

"Brother Liang Ming, what will it take for you to forgive me?"

Liang Ming leaned close to Jiang Meizhuang's ear and whispered a few words in her ear.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Meizhuang's face flushed red, and she said coquettishly, "Little brother, are you being a pervert?!"

“Sister Meizhuang, then you…”

"Go lock the door..."

A dozen minutes later, Liang Ming walked out of the office looking refreshed, and said without turning his head:

"Sister Meizhuang, I'm going to the branch to talk to Chen Jianghe."

"Go on, you naughty little brother." Jiang Meizhuang was wiping her rosy lips with a tissue when she heard Liang Ming's words and said irritably.

With a wicked smile, Liang Ming drove his tricycle away from the Xiangmanlou Hotel.

Although he and Jiang Meizhuang were not married yet, they had done everything except for the final step.

In an era where a woman's reputation was of paramount importance, Jiang Meizhuang's willingness to go to such lengths for him showed that she was determined to marry him.

Therefore, Liang Ming will definitely not let Jiang Meizhuang down.

……

At the Xiangmanlou branch.

Chen Jianghe was extremely busy.

Since Xiangmanlou Restaurant introduced many signature dishes, it has attracted diners from all around.

The Xiangmanlou branch is now packed with customers every day.

He was so exhausted that he was practically hanging upside down.

"Manager Chen, we have too many customers. We work from morning till night every day without even a break."

"Could you hire some more people so we can work in shifts?"

"Yes, if this continues, we won't be able to hold on any longer."

One of the restaurant staff members complained to Chen Jianghe while taking a sip of water.

Hearing his employees' words, Chen Jianghe helplessly wiped his sweat and said:

"Even as the hotel manager, I can't make that decision about hiring."

"Then you should talk to the two bosses and discuss it. If we keep doing this, we'll be exhausted."

The employees cried out.

Chen Jianghe also knew that what the employees were saying was true.

The restaurant was so busy that anyone could not keep up, working from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. for 12 hours straight.

They're not cattle or horses; they can't work themselves to the bone.

Besides, even cattle and horses need time to eat.

"I'll talk to the boss when he arrives. You guys go ahead and get busy."

Chen Jianghe spoke up.

Upon hearing this, the restaurant staff dispersed and went back to their work of taking orders, serving tea and bowls, and delivering dishes.

Just then, a Shuangfeng brand tricycle drove up outside the Xiangmanlou branch.

Upon seeing the license plate number, Chen Jianghe's eyes lit up immediately: "It's Boss Liang!"

Upon hearing this, the faces of the front desk staff also showed expressions of seeing a "savior".

"Boss Liang, you've finally arrived! Our restaurant staff have been eagerly awaiting your arrival."

As soon as Liang Ming got out of the car, Chen Jianghe and several employees came up to greet him excitedly.

Seeing Chen Jianghe's burning gaze, Liang Ming felt extremely uncomfortable. He shook off Chen's hand, coughed lightly, and said:

"Manager Chen, is there some problem with the restaurant?"

The other party is being so enthusiastic; they must want something from me.

Sure enough, Chen Jianghe said with great emotion, "Boss Liang, you really have a keen eye. Our Xiangmanlou branch is indeed facing a problem."

"And if this problem isn't solved, all the employees will leave."

Upon hearing how serious the problem was, Liang Ming's face also turned serious: "Oh? That serious?"

"Tell me what happened in detail."

"Mr. Liang, let's go in and sit down first, have some tea and talk."

Chen Jianghe didn't speak directly, but instead invited Liang Ming inside first.

When Liang Ming entered the Xiangmanlou branch, he saw that the hall was packed, and the diners all had smiles on their faces, which did not look like anyone was causing trouble.

Why did Chen Jianghe say that the restaurant was facing a major problem and that if it wasn't resolved soon, the employees would leave?

Despite his doubts, Liang Ming followed Chen Jianghe into the manager's office.

Chen Jianghe quickly brewed some tea and poured a cup for Liang Ming.

"Manager Chen, can you tell me now what problems the branch is facing?"

After taking a sip of tea, Liang Ming asked Chen Jianghe.

"Mr. Liang, you saw it when you came in, our branch is packed with customers!"

Chen Jianghe tearfully recounted:

"It's packed almost every day, whether it's lunch or dinner, every seat is taken!"

Upon hearing this, Liang Ming looked puzzled and said, "Isn't this a good thing? The more customers there are, the greater the turnover."

"Having more customers is certainly a good thing for Xiangmanlou Restaurant, but it makes the workload too heavy for the restaurant's employees!"

"Many employees have already suggested reducing their workload and giving them more rest time..."

Chen Jianghe gave a wry smile and explained all the problems with the restaurant.

After listening to Chen Jianghe's words, Liang Ming's face showed a look of realization.

The problem that Xiangmanlou's branches are currently facing can be summarized into one issue.

The restaurant was so busy that the staff worked from morning till night without any rest.

There are too few colleagues, so there's no opportunity to lend a hand or take turns resting.

The situation at Xiangmanlou's branches is fine in the short term, but in the long run, employee fatigue and work errors are inevitable.

In his previous life, Liang Ming had seen news reports of restaurant employees who, due to exhaustion, tripped and fell while walking, spilling the scalding hot pot they were holding onto customers.

"Boss Liang, the restaurant's problem isn't a huge issue, but it's not insignificant either, and it must be resolved as soon as possible!"

Chen Jianghe spoke again, emphasizing the seriousness of the problem to Liang Ming:

"Otherwise, it will definitely affect the restaurant's business!"