She transmigrated into a widow and farmed to raise vests.

Qin Yu looked at the two of them, and it was indeed as Manager Du had said.

"But what if something really happens, like a poisoning incident?"

“Even though the young master warned everyone beforehand, the poisoning incident still occurred. At this point, everyone will realize that the young master was misunderstood.”

"What benefit would I get?" Xu Shaoting asked dismissively.

“Young master, this way everyone will think you are magnanimous. Those customers who ran away will come back. Not only that, our restaurant will also be elevated in the public’s mind. This is a win-win situation.”

Qin Yu nodded, "Of course, it's not that simple."

She needs to buy mountains and land, and she needs money, so she needs someone with whom she can do business for the long term.

But it's not just about these petty gains.

With a greater reputation comes greater influence, and Yunlaiju will rise from a small restaurant to a prestigious establishment.

“At this point, telling everyone how to distinguish between toxic and non-toxic products will change your image in the eyes of customers and competitors.”

At this point, if you act generously and focus on making the soup base even better, then sell the fish balls to every restaurant through him. Those restaurants will then have to be subservient to him.

"What if we introduce new dishes then..."

"Then we will not only gain both fame and fortune, but we will also be on par with Jin Gui Restaurant." Manager Du quickly realized what he meant.

Qin Yu chose this restaurant after inquiring about Yunlaiju while shopping on the street after delivering the fish balls.

She knew that the owner of Jingui Restaurant was wealthy, but unfortunately, neither the owner, Lin Hongchang, nor the young master, Lin Jingui, were good people.

I heard that the owner of the restaurant opened it with money from her family, and it's not uncommon in town for her to scheme against her competitors.

The young master didn't do anything to frame anyone, but he went even further.

They were arsonists and vandals, acting like tyrants. Anyone with even a little bit of fame would be bullied by their family.

The owners of those restaurants were in dire straits, yet there was nothing they could do.

Yunlaiju was not good at business and was not even considered by the Lin family.

That's how they managed to survive in the cracks.

The father and son at the Xu family restaurant were not like that.

Mr. Xu had one son and two daughters, and he was particularly fond of his first wife and three children.

Unfortunately, Xu's mother died early, and in order to take care of his three children, Xu's father found a second wife.

The second wife was easygoing and raised the three children as her own. Although they did not achieve great things, they did not raise them badly either.

All three sons of the Xu family are carefree, including Xu Shaoting.

However, Xu Shaoting is one of the few who doesn't have those bad habits; on the contrary, he is very kind-hearted.

The townspeople also said that he was a very kind person.

At first, Qin Yu never thought about expanding and strengthening his business; he only wanted to sell fish balls.

But the incident with the soldiers in town that day made her realize that a few coins a day was far from enough to survive and live freely.

"I'm afraid those businesses have been suffering under the thumb of Jin Gui Restaurant and the Lin family for too long. After this incident, they will turn their hopes to you. You need to think carefully about what to do!"

Qin Yu also directly expressed his concerns.

Xu Shaoting is only in his early twenties and his family is not wealthy.

But she knew that no man was without ambition, especially one who looked like a young boy.

She's meant to be the catalyst.

“I…” Xu Shaoting hesitated.

"Young Master, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity." Manager Du also understood the benefits involved.

"Young Master Xu, you won't be dealing with guests then, but with the troublesome Lin Jingui family!"

Qin Yu was also straightforward. If this man was ambitious, he would not fail to seize such an opportunity. If he was incapable and afraid of the Lin family, then he would choose someone else.

Xu Shaoting had no idea about any of this. When he looked up at the person in front of him, he felt that the person in front of him was different.

She was not a woman at all; she was clearly an ambitious businesswoman.

"I, Xu, have lived this long, and this is the first time I've ever seen someone like you. Truly remarkable!"

Xu Shaoting stood up and walked to Qin Yu. The two faced each other, their eyes filled with admiration.

"Young Master Xu is too kind. There are always people more capable than you in this world! Whether you do it or not is entirely up to you!"

Sometimes, you don't need an axe or many people to knock down a big tree; perhaps all you need is a gust of wind.

"Why not do it!" Xu Shaoting naturally wouldn't miss this opportunity.

"In that case, I can tell you what's next!" Qin Yu said, lifting the wooden bucket out.

"These are our new dishes! Please feel free to try them!"

When Manager Du saw the wooden barrel open, a fragrant aroma wafted out, and he immediately sensed that something was different.

He immediately called the waiter to bring bowls and plates.

A moment later, the waiter ran in, put down the dishes, and turned to close the door.

Xu Shaoting respectfully asked Qin Yu to sit down, then picked up a piece of large intestine and put it in his mouth.

Manager Du also took a bite.

Their eyes lit up and they exchanged a glance.

Xu Shaoting, somewhat disbelieving, picked up two more chopsticks and ate.

Looking up at the composed Qin Yu, he suddenly understood.

Some put down their chopsticks, still wanting more.

"I did underestimate you before, but now I understand that you truly have the confidence to back it up!"

Xu Shaoting became even more curious about Qin Yu after seeing her appearance and her skills.

"Manager Du calls you Madam Qin. May I ask where Madam Qin is from, what your family business is, and whether your husband is an official?"

Xu Shaoting thought about it and felt that such demeanor must belong to a family of high-ranking officials and nobles.

Qin Yu thought for a moment, considering what he needed to do next, and then spoke to them.

"I'm just an ordinary peasant woman. My husband had an accident a few months ago, and things are very difficult at home, so I have to make some simple, unappetizing food. I hope you don't mind, young master!"

When Manager Du asked her earlier, she said that her family had fallen on hard times and didn't say anything more.

Although she gave herself an identity when she was out and about, she also told the truth about herself. With a little investigation, no one would not know who she was!

She has many plans, but she can only proceed gradually!

Life is already difficult for women, and she could imagine how she, as a widow, would be talked about if she ever gained fame.

There might even be people who try every means to drag her down into the mire.

Therefore, she could only proceed with caution!

Xu Shaoting naturally didn't believe it. In his opinion, Qin Yu's background and his poised and generous demeanor were anything but simple.

She doesn't seem like just a simple peasant woman at all.

Furthermore, since Manager Du mentioned that her family had fallen on hard times, a bold idea formed in his mind.

She is very likely someone's mistress!

"Not at all, not at all. I should thank you for saving me from dire straits. How could I possibly dislike you!"

Qin Yu smiled faintly without answering, and brought up the topic of braised pork again.

"Young Master Xu, if you've thought it through, why don't we just talk about cooperation?"

"These things are just pig offal, nothing valuable. I'm not selling them, I'm selling spice packets!"