The Prince's Beloved Little Wife

The next day, as dawn broke, Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han woke up early. They quickly got up, stretched a little, and then eagerly took out spiritual spring water from their spatial storage to drink. After drinking the water, they felt refreshed and full of energy.

After washing up, they began carefully selecting their clothes for the day. Chen Mengyao opened her wardrobe and meticulously chose a simple yet stylish casual outfit, while Ouyang Han wore a crisp shirt and straight trousers, looking exceptionally sharp.

Next, Chen Mengyao carefully took out the pharmacy's interior design plans from her spatial storage. These plans, designed by the intelligent robot Huixin, detailed the layout and functions of each area of ​​the pharmacy. She laid the plans flat on the table and studied them carefully with Ouyang Han. They discussed every detail, striving to make the pharmacy's design both beautiful and practical.

Afterwards, the two went hand in hand to the dining room for breakfast. The dining room was filled with the aroma of food, and the table was laden with a sumptuous spread: steaming rice porridge, fragrant steamed buns, fresh fruit, and nutritious milk. They sat down at the table, happily enjoying their delicious breakfast, chatting as they ate, creating a very harmonious atmosphere.

After breakfast, they went to the lobby, found a comfortable spot, and continued their pleasant conversation. Chen Mengyao took out a pen and paper and began carefully writing down the types of talent the pharmacy needed to recruit. Her first thought was for sales clerks; she believed these clerks needed solid medical knowledge, especially a thorough understanding of the effects of various Western and traditional Chinese medicines. Furthermore, they needed excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor to build good relationships with customers. At the same time, they needed to be honest and trustworthy, and not recommend random medications or health products to customers in pursuit of sales targets.

In addition to sales staff, Chen Mengyao plans to hire two Western medicine doctors and two traditional Chinese medicine doctors for consultations. For the Western medicine doctors, she hopes to find professionals with relevant medical degrees and hospital experience online. As for the traditional Chinese medicine doctors, she plans to hire two from a health and wellness center to take turns providing consultations. This will ensure the pharmacy has professional doctors to serve customers while saving time and costs associated with recruitment.

Regarding compensation, Chen Mengyao also gave it careful consideration. She initially decided that Western medicine and traditional Chinese medicine practitioners would receive a monthly salary of 3 yuan, while sales staff would receive 7000 yuan per month. In addition, the pharmacy would provide social insurance for its employees, triple pay for working on holidays, a free lunch, and two days off per month. Employees would cook their own lunches at the pharmacy, ensuring their dietary health while also saving on expenses.

Chen Mengyao thought that recruiting two girls and two boys would be enough. She also planned to recruit two Western medicine doctors. She carefully checked what she had written down to ensure that no important information had been omitted.

At this moment, Chen Mengyao thought of Li Xiao. She decided that after Li Xiao arrived, in addition to arranging for her to find someone to renovate the pharmacy, she would also have her recruit pharmacy sales staff and Western medicine doctors online. She believed in Li Xiao's abilities and was confident that she could successfully complete these tasks.

Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han chatted for a long time in the lobby, expressing their confidence in the pharmacy's future. They believed that with their joint efforts, the pharmacy would open smoothly and provide better services for people's health.

Around nine o'clock, the sun was shining brightly and a gentle breeze was blowing. Li Xiao arrived at the luxurious villa on time, just as agreed. She slowly pushed open the villa's door, and was greeted by elegant decorations and a tranquil atmosphere. Chen Mengyao greeted her warmly with a smile, saying kindly, "Li Xiao, you're here! You must be tired from your journey. Please have a seat." Li Xiao smiled and nodded, then walked with steady steps to sit down on the soft, comfortable sofa.

Chen Mengyao then sat down opposite Li Xiao, her expression becoming serious and focused. She slowly said, "Li Xiao, I have two important tasks for you. First, you need to help me find a reputable renovation company to meticulously renovate our pharmacy. You know, renovations are a major issue concerning the pharmacy's image and customer experience; we absolutely must find a trustworthy and technically proficient company. This is crucial, you understand?" Li Xiao replied firmly, "Don't worry, Ms. Chen, I will do my best, carefully screen potential companies, and try my best to find one that meets our requirements."

Chen Mengyao continued, "The second thing is to recruit sales staff and Western medicine doctors for the pharmacy through job postings. We must be very strict in this regard, and recruit talents who are both professionally competent and honest. This is related to the future development of the pharmacy, and we cannot afford to be careless." Li Xiao nodded solemnly to indicate that he understood.

After speaking, Chen Mengyao carefully handed Li Xiao the meticulously prepared pharmacy design drawings and the detailed requirements for pharmacy staff that she had just written down, saying, "These are the pharmacy drawings and staff requirements; please keep them safe. Also, I'll give you my membership account on the recruitment website. When you're recruiting online, remember to leave your phone number so you can contact applicants promptly. In addition, the age requirement for recruits is around 26 to 50 years old; please remember this range."

Li Xiao took the items and replied earnestly, "Okay, Ms. Chen, I've remembered every detail you mentioned, and I'm sure I won't make any mistakes." Then, Chen Mengyao gave her the account and password for the recruitment website in detail, emphasizing that she would be in full control of the account from now on, and that she could directly post recruitment information online whenever needed. Li Xiao indicated that she completely understood.

Li Xiao pondered for a moment, then asked, "President Chen, what specific requirements are there for the recruited personnel?" Chen Mengyao thought for a moment and said seriously, "Professional skills are definitely the most important. Applicants must have relevant qualification certificates; this is the most basic requirement. In addition, work experience is also very important. It is best to have a certain number of years of experience so that they can better handle various problems at work. Communication skills and teamwork spirit are also essential. In pharmacy work, employees need to communicate and cooperate well with customers and colleagues; this is indispensable." Li Xiao listened carefully while quickly taking notes in his notebook, deeply memorizing these requirements.

Then, Li Xiao took out the business licenses of several shops from his bag and solemnly handed them to Chen Mengyao, saying, "President Chen, these are the business licenses for several shops. I've brought them to you. I'll bring the signs back to you as soon as they're finished in a few days." Chen Mengyao took the business licenses, examined them carefully, and said with satisfaction, "Li Xiao, you're very efficient. You handle everything very well. Excellent!"

Chen Mengyao then instructed, "Li Xiao, when you're looking for a renovation company, you must remember to discuss the price carefully with them. We need to renovate at the most reasonable price, ensuring high-quality work without wasting a single penny. After agreeing on the price, sign a detailed contract with them, pay a partial deposit first, and then pay the balance after the renovation is inspected and approved. Once the contract is signed and the price is agreed upon, remember to tell me so the renovation company can provide their account number, and I will transfer the money promptly." Li Xiao replied seriously, "Ms. Chen, don't worry, I will strictly follow your requirements and ensure that every step goes smoothly."

Without hesitation, Chen Mengyao transferred some money to Li Xiao, saying with concern, "This is for the phone calls, meals, and gas money I needed for running errands. Take it and use it first; let me know if it's not enough. I think for easier management and record-keeping, we should open a bank account for you later, specifically for expenses incurred while doing things for me. This will make the accounts clearer and improve our work efficiency." Li Xiao gratefully replied, "Thank you, Ms. Chen. You're so thoughtful. I will definitely work harder and live up to your trust."

After giving her instructions, Chen Mengyao said, "Then you should hurry up and get busy. Time is tight and the task is heavy. Thank you for your hard work." Li Xiao stood up, bowed slightly to Chen Mengyao, and then left the villa. After Li Xiao left, Chen Mengyao said to the servants, "Prepare plenty of delicious food tonight. We are going to entertain some distinguished guests. Everyone should prepare with care so that the guests can feel our warmth and sincerity." The servants replied in unison, "Yes, Third Young Mistress."

After arranging these things, Chen Mengyao said to Ouyang Han, "Let's go, let's go out and see where there are suitable shops to open a snack shop, and while we're at it, let's get Li Xiao a bank card." Ouyang Han replied, "Okay, let's go now."

The two walked out of the villa side by side. Chen Mengyao looked up at the sky and said, "We really need to choose a good location for this snack shop. Location is one of the key factors in determining its success or failure." Ouyang Han nodded and said, "Yes, we need to choose a place with high foot traffic to attract more customers and make the business thrive." Chen Mengyao continued, "Right, we also need to consider the surrounding competition. We can't choose a place where snack shops are too densely packed, otherwise the competition will be too intense." The two walked and discussed enthusiastically, their eyes keenly searching for a suitable shop location.

They drove out of the villa area and into a bustling area. Their eyes were as sharp as eagles', carefully observing their surroundings, not missing a single detail.

Suddenly, a hint of surprise flashed in Ouyang Han's eyes. She pointed to a street corner not far ahead and excitedly said, "Look, what do you think of that place?" Ouyang Han looked in the direction she pointed and saw a bustling scene with people coming and going. The sounds of laughter and chatter mingled together, creating a vibrant and lively atmosphere. Moreover, there weren't many snack shops around, which meant relatively little competition and ample room for growth.

The two exchanged a glance, and Chen Mengyao quickly drove over and parked the car on the side of the road. They observed their surroundings more carefully, their eyes filled with anticipation and seriousness. Looking at the passing crowds, Chen Mengyao silently assessed the potential business opportunities in the area, and said with satisfaction, "I think this location is good; there's a lot of foot traffic, and the competition is relatively low." Her voice carried a hint of excitement and confidence. Ouyang Han nodded slightly, his eyes showing agreement, and replied, "Yes, I also think this place is very suitable. We can start our plan here; it should have a good prospect."

As they approached the street corner, they discovered that it not only had a high volume of foot traffic but also a prime location. While they were observing closely, Chen Mengyao noticed a detail—above one of the shops on the corner hung a "For Sale" sign with a phone number on it.

Chen Mengyao's heart skipped a beat; she felt this was a rare opportunity. Without hesitation, she took out her phone and called the shop owner using the number on the sign. The shop owner sounded somewhat tired on the other end of the line, but when he learned that someone was interested in his shop, his tone revealed a hint of surprise.

Not long after, the shop owner rushed over. He opened the shop door and warmly invited Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han inside for a tour. The interior space was larger than they had imagined, and although the decor was somewhat dated, it was generally clean. Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han walked around the shop, carefully examining every corner. They found that the layout of the shop was reasonable, and with a few modifications, it should be able to meet their needs. However, after careful consideration, they still felt that the shop had some shortcomings and could not fully meet their requirements for opening a snack shop.

Despite some regret, they did not become discouraged or give up; instead, they demonstrated unwavering perseverance. After careful consideration, they resolutely decided to continue their search elsewhere, hoping to find a shop that better suited their needs.

However, they didn't completely abandon the idea; they held onto a glimmer of hope. They said they would go back and carefully consider it before calling back to discuss it further. This move demonstrated both their cautious approach and their potential interest in the shop.

In fact, they were quite satisfied with the location and surrounding environment of the shop; they just hadn't yet decided what kind of business to run. Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han planned to go back and think it over carefully to see what kind of shop would be most suitable.

After leaving the street corner, they went to a nearby bank to open a bank account for Li Xiao. The bank wasn't crowded, and they quickly took a number and sat in the waiting area. Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han used this time to discuss their next plans and direction. They hoped to find an ideal shop as soon as possible to start their business.

Finally, it was their turn to complete their business. The bank staff warmly greeted them and carefully inquired about their needs and relevant information. Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han answered the staff's questions methodically and provided the necessary documents. With the staff's skilled operation, everything was completed very smoothly. Before long, Li Xiao's bank card was issued.

Chen Mengyao took out her phone and called Li Xiao to tell her that the bank card had been processed and she would bring it to her later. Li Xiao's voice on the other end of the line was filled with gratitude and joy. She expressed her heartfelt thanks to Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han for their help and said she would do her best to assist them.

After hanging up the phone, Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han left the bank and continued their search for other suitable shops nearby. They drove along the streets, their eyes constantly scanning the surrounding shops, hoping to find something that would catch their eye. They walked through street after street, checking shop after shop, but still couldn't find a place that perfectly matched their requirements. However, they didn't give up and continued their search with unwavering confidence.

At midday, sunlight streamed down the street as Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han walked together through the bustling street, discussing their upcoming itinerary.

"Are there any good places to eat around here?" Ouyang Han asked.

Chen Mengyao thought for a moment and replied, "There seem to be quite a few restaurants on that street ahead. Let's go check it out." So the two of them took a car to a restaurant and found a seat.

"This place looks pretty good," Ouyang Han said, looking around at the surroundings.

"Yes, I hope the taste will be satisfactory," Chen Mengyao replied. After ordering, they ate and chatted.

"We still have no clue where to start looking for a shop, and blindly searching like this isn't a solution," Chen Mengyao said with some worry.

Ouyang Han nodded: "Yes, I think we can go and see Zhou Jiequan's real estate company. Maybe he can help."

"That's a good idea. Let's go over there after we finish eating," Chen Mengyao agreed.

After finishing their meal, they drove to the real estate company where Zhou Jiequan worked.

Upon arriving at the company and meeting Zhou Jiequan, Chen Mengyao got straight to the point: "Jiequan, we're looking for a shop to open a snack shop, but we haven't found a suitable one after searching for a long time. We'd like to ask you to keep an eye out for us."

Zhou Jiequan readily agreed, "No problem. Do you have any requirements for the shop?"

Chen Mengyao explained in detail: "The shop should be surrounded by a lot of people, and there should be few other food stalls nearby. The two adjacent shops should either be two-story or four-story. If you find any of these, please let us know as soon as possible."

Zhou Jiequan carefully wrote it down and said, "I understand. I will keep an eye out for you and let you know as soon as there is any news."

"That's great, thank you so much," Ouyang Han said gratefully.

"Don't say that. We're friends, so it's only right that I help you," Zhou Jiequan replied with a smile.

After they finished explaining everything, they left the real estate company and drove back to the villa.