Eavesdropping on Fu Bao's inner thoughts, emptying the stored grain and fleeing the famine

"So? Is there anything to discuss?" Lian Rongrong asked calmly, already having taken the initiative in this business deal.

The boss remained silent for a few moments, not answering. Seeing this, even Rongrong wasn't in a hurry, and stood up, saying:

"It's okay, you can think about it again."

Seeing that Lian Rongrong seemed about to leave, the boss became a little anxious and hurriedly said:

"Madam, please add a little more; seven hundred taels is far too low."

As soon as the boss spoke, a smile appeared on Lian Rongrong's lips; it seemed that the deal was done for today.

As Lian Rongrong turned around, the entire business deal was already in her hands.

"So, what price does the boss think is appropriate?"

"It'll cost at least a thousand...two hundred taels," the shopkeeper chuckled.

"Eight hundred taels. And the waiters can continue to work here, and if the boss is willing, he can also become a manager here."

As for wages, the more you work, the more you earn. There's also a year-end bonus.

Upon hearing this, the shop assistants immediately surrounded her. Originally, they were not welcoming to Lian Rongrong, as the sale of the shop meant that they would lose their livelihood.

When Lian Rongrong said that she would continue to employ the shop's staff after buying it, everyone couldn't help but feel happy.

They even hoped the owner would sell the shop to this lady quickly, since she had said there would be a year-end bonus, something they had never dared to dream of before.

"What's your decision, boss?" Lian Rongrong asked, noticing that the chubby boss seemed a little hesitant.

The portly boss pondered for a moment, and finally gritted his teeth and agreed.

"Alright, since it's settled, let's sign the contract. I'll find someone to start renovating this place tomorrow."

As for you, you have a five-day holiday. You'll be busy when the store reopens in five days.

However, I must make one thing clear beforehand: while I am allowing everyone to stay right now, it does not mean that you will all be able to work in the store in the future.

Today I came here and found many problems. First of all, the waiter's attitude, although it may not seem like a big deal, it lacked the spirit and energy that one should have.

Furthermore, look at this table and chopsticks. A greasy table gives the impression that the food is not clean.

Furthermore, how can the chopsticks be left on the table so wet? Think carefully over these five days about whether you still want to work for me.

If you're willing, you must be prepared for a complete and thorough change; if you're not, then it's entirely up to you whether you stay or leave.

“We are willing to change,” a short waiter said first.

Lian Rongrong looked at the little one, who wasn't very old, and smiled slightly: "What's your name? How old are you?"

"My name is Shunzi, and I'm fourteen years old."

"Hmm, not bad, looks quite clever." Lian Rongrong casually praised, then turned to look at the boss.

"Shall we sign the contract then?"

"now what?"

"Otherwise what?" Lian Rongrong noticed that her boss seemed hesitant to speak, and then realized what he was worried about.

"Are you worried I don't have enough silver?" Lian Rongrong asked with a smile, then continued:

"Don't worry, it will definitely be a cash transaction with the signing of the contract."

As Lian Rongrong spoke, she took out a thousand-tael silver note from her sleeve and handed it to the shopkeeper: "Eight hundred taels is for buying the shop, and the other two hundred taels is for repairing the shop later."

You've been running this place for many years, so you must have some affection for it. If you're willing, I'd like to ask for your help with the subsequent renovations.

But don't worry, the foreman won't let you work for free; he'll add extra money to your wages.

The shop owner stood there, stunned, completely unable to process what had happened. In just a short while, a shop that hadn't sold for months was gone?

Not only that, but he can also continue to stay here as the manager? How come he gets all these incredible opportunities?

As the boss was lost in thought, Lian Rongrong gently asked, "Or do you also want to take five days off?"

Seeing the boss in a daze, Lian Rongrong assumed he was unwilling, but as soon as she finished speaking, the fat boss suddenly snapped to attention and loudly replied:

"How could I not be willing? Boss, what are you saying? I'd be more than willing."

"In that case, let's sign the contract first."

Lian Rongrong and the fat boss sat at separate tables in the shop, found a middleman, and signed a contract.

When Lian Rongrong saw the fat boss's handwriting, she was still a little shocked. She originally thought that the fat boss was just a businessman who was not literate, but his handwriting was really neat and beautiful.

"Yu Yanxi? That's an elegant name! Not only is Boss Yu's name elegant, but his handwriting is also extremely neat."

Hearing Lian Rongrong say this, the chubby boss scratched his head somewhat embarrassedly: "I dare not. You are the boss now, and from now on I will be Manager Yu."

Shopkeeper Yu chuckled, but a hint of melancholy flashed in his eyes. Though it was only for a moment, Lian Rongrong still caught it.

"Manager Yu, were you a scholar before?"

How did the boss figure it out?

"Guess."

"Boss, you're amazing. I used to be a scholar, but maybe I'm just not cut out for it. I've tried for many years but haven't been able to pass the imperial examinations."

My father ran this restaurant, and it was a very successful business. Seeing that I had no hope of studying, my father had no choice but to let me inherit the family business.

But I'm not a businessman at all. My father passed away a few years ago. We used to be able to compete with Hua Ji, but since my father passed away, my family's business has been getting worse and worse.

Although the family still has some savings, they can't just sit around and do nothing. Besides, the restaurant has to support quite a few employees, and they're practically running out of money every month.

I had no choice but to sell the shop. I wonder if my father would blame me if he knew in the afterlife?

Lian Rongrong never expected that her casual question would lead to the discovery of such a filial son.

However, after learning about Manager Yu's past, Lian Rongrong felt more at ease entrusting the shop to him.

Now that Lian Rongrong is the Princess Consort of Qi, although Li Yuanqi doesn't restrict her, she still can't spend every day in the shop.

Moreover, Lian Rongrong's goals are not simply to open a hot pot restaurant. Even though Li Yuanqi loves her, Lian Rongrong is unwilling to live solely under a man's shadow.

She wants to have her own career and become the richest woman in Dasheng, and even in this era.

"Don't worry, Manager Yu, your father will not only not blame you, but will also praise you for being smart."

Look, now you've cashed out the shop and can still be the manager. I'll bear the risks, and you can make the money. It's a sure-fire way to make money.

Although what Lian Rongrong said was absolutely right, for some reason, it sounded a bit strange to Manager Yu.

"I'll trouble you to find someone to come tomorrow. As for how to repair the shop, I'll tell you tomorrow."

"But now, Manager Yu, can you tell me why you're being so thoroughly outmatched by Hua Ji?"

Before receiving the money, Manager Yu dared not say a word, but now that the deal was done, he was not afraid.

"Boss, you don't know this, but Hua Ji across the street has someone protecting it."

"Oh? Who?"

"This person is quite remarkable; the one protecting the Hua family is none other than the eldest son of the Great Sheng Emperor, Prince Qi!"