There is a happy inn in the capital.

Li Shuchen cautiously asked Gu Ziying, "Did you have a fight with Princess Changning?"

Gu Ziying smiled and said, "No, she went to visit various noble families."

Hearing this, Li Shuchen felt relieved. It was good that the two hadn't argued. However, Princess Changning was quite proactive, starting her business so quickly.

That's true; if you're not proactive in making money, there's something wrong with your brain.

Liang Yuying directed the girls to arrange the fruits and melons in the shop. Each fruit and melon was placed neatly on the wooden table, creating a beautiful and aesthetically pleasing display that would appeal to anyone with obsessive-compulsive tendencies.

The shop could only hold three carts of fruits, so the remaining three carts were stored in the backyard.

After the fruits and melons were arranged, Princess Changning entered from outside and raised an eyebrow when she saw them displayed in the shop.

"They've arrived so quickly! Perfect timing, this princess can now deliver the goods."

Li Shuchen: "Delivery? The deal was struck so quickly?"

Princess Changning: "Of course! Who am I? I'm Princess Changning! And this is just the very beginning!"

So arrogant

After saying that, he directed people to move the fruits and vegetables, and then said that they should be delivered to the residence of so-and-so.

There was another person standing nearby holding a pen and ledger, writing something.

Li Shuchen watched as the focused Princess Changning shone brightly; a girl so dedicated to her career was so cool and captivating.

Princess Changning busied herself for a while, but both carts of fruits were gone.

Li Shuchen was amazed by Princess Changning's incredible sales ability. It was amazing! At this rate, they wouldn't have enough to sell; they simply wouldn't have enough.

etc.

They haven't discussed how to price it yet.

Li Shuchen asked, "Changning, you've sold so many, how did you price the fruits and vegetables?"

Princess Changning replied, "That's simple. Tangerines are two hundred coins a pound, sweet pears are three hundred coins a pound, grapes are five hundred coins a pound, cantaloupes are eight hundred coins a pound, and as for watermelons, they're one tael of silver a pound."

Good heavens, good heavens, she exclaimed.

With such high prices, how can she possibly sell her food?

Li Shuchen was deep in thought, trying to come up with a solution.

Gu Ziying walked over and patted Li Shuchen on the shoulder, saying, "Shuchen, don't worry, the fruits in the shop can be fifty coins less per catty than the price set by Princess Changning."

Wealthy families want the freshest fruits and vegetables that have just been picked, and they need to have them delivered, so this price is reasonable.

After listening to Gu Ziying's words, Li Shuchen had already figured out how to broaden the customer base, earn more money, and let ordinary people also taste this fresh fruit.

Li Shuchen replied, "Okay, then the prices in the shop will be as you said. We'll have clearly marked prices, and put up a sign on each wooden counter with the price listed."

Gu Ziying: "Okay"

A voice rang out from outside

"Excuse me, is Miss Li here, Mr. Li Shuchen?"

Upon hearing this, Li Shuchen stepped forward and said, "I am Li Shuchen, what is it?"

"The plaque and counter you requested are ready, please take a look, young lady."

Li Shuchen touched the plaque; it was exactly the same as what she had written, only a larger version. Craftsman Kong's skill was truly remarkable.

Li Shuchen paid the remaining balance for the plaque, five taels of silver.

The counter is easily visible, and the delivery person helped carry it into the shop and set it up; it can easily accommodate three accountants at the same time.

Ziying paid the money at the counter.

Liang Yuying walked to the plaque, looked at it, and said, "Shu Chen, is this the calligraphy you wrote?"

Li Shuchen: "Yeah, it's alright."

Liang Yuying: "Indeed, her handwriting reflects her personality—casual and interesting."

Li Shuchen grinned and said, "That's right, it's me. Let's hang the plaque up."

Liang Yuying: I'll do it.

Li Shuchen and Gu Ziying held the ladder, and Princess Changning handed the plaque to Liang Yuying.

Princess Changning took two steps back and looked at Liang Yuying hanging the plaque: "A little to the left, a little higher, and that's it."

Then he handed a large piece of red broth to Liang Yuying to cover the plaque.

Li Shuchen looked at the decorated shop; it really looked impressive. He eagerly awaited the opening tomorrow.

Li Shuchen checked the time; it was already 5 PM.

"I should head back to the inn; I still have some things to take care of. Goodbye everyone."

See you tomorrow*3

Li Shuchen went to the kitchen in the backyard, where four different colored seasonal fruits were already laid out on the table, a vibrant and beautiful sight.

Cook Wang: "Miss is here! We've just finished cooking. Please try it and see if it's to your liking."

Li Shuchen first picked up a sweet pear and tasted it. A burst of alcohol flavor rushed into his head—wow, it invigorated him!

Li Shuchen asked, "Was this infused with alcohol?"

Cook Wang replied, "Yes, Miss, I added rice wine; it won't make you drunk."

Li Shuchen: "Not bad, this is acceptable."

Then I picked up the grape-shaped glass bowl. The sweet and sour grapes combined with the chewy texture of the glutinous rice balls created a soft, sweet, and delicious flavor that little girls would definitely love.

Li Shuchen: "What are these little glutinous rice balls made of?"

Chu Xia replied, "Cassava flour."

Li Shuchen nodded: "Excellent."

Li Shuchen picked up the glass bowl containing the cantaloupe again and tasted it. The first sensation was sweet and sour; the cantaloupe was only sweet, not sour. So where did the sourness come from? Upon closer inspection, it tasted like lemon—there was actually lemon in it!

In hot weather, something too sweet can be cloying, but adding lemon nicely balances the sweetness—the two are a perfect match!

Li Shuchen: "Cantaloupe is also acceptable."

Upon hearing this, Wang Shuang'er smiled.

Li Shuchen picked up the last small bowl to taste. It contained watermelon and raisins. The raisins were a bit sour, and the sweetness of the watermelon wasn't well showcased.

He then said, "Watermelon, no need to add anything, it's wonderful in summer on its own, just add some mint."

Cook Wang: Yes

The season was thus determined; the next step was to set the price.

Li Shuchen went to the accounting office and found Manager Xu.

"Uncle Xu, I'd like to discuss the pricing for seasonal items with you."

Manager Xu stroked his beard and asked, "Miss, what are your thoughts?"

Li Shuchen sat down and said, "The weather is hot, and I don't want to limit the supply of seasonal items, but if we don't limit the supply, the price will be too high, and we won't be able to sell them. That's a problem."

Shopkeeper Xu said, "We sell ten portions of each seasonal item, which makes fifty portions in total, not too few."

Li Shuchen lowered his eyes in thought. Fifty portions—that didn't sound like a small number.

He then said, "One tael per serving of seasonal tangerines, two taels per serving of seasonal pears, three taels per serving of seasonal grapes, five taels per serving of seasonal cantaloupe, and ten taels per serving of seasonal watermelon."

Is this price too high?

Shopkeeper Xu thought for a moment and replied, "If Miss is worried that the price is too high, she can choose a mid-range price and then draw a prize for the customer. If she's lucky, she might make a profit."

After listening, Li Shuchen thought about it and realized, "Isn't this just a blind box? Uncle Xu's idea is really advanced!"

Li Shuchen: "This method is feasible; we can randomly select three ounces per portion."

Shopkeeper Xu: "Yes, but the quantity shouldn't be too much."

Li Shuchen: "Twenty, only twenty per day. You can choose to draw a seasonal item regardless of whether it's sold out."

Shopkeeper Xu: "Agreed"

Li Shuchen quickly went upstairs, closed the door, and began browsing the Jixiang Mall, selecting a suitable box.

Traditional style, wood, red, okay, this looks good.

Li Shuchen enthusiastically placed an order for twenty.

"Little Jizi, put the things I bought in the wooden cabinet in the backyard."

I don't understand what you mean.

"I said, put the things I bought in the wooden cabinet in the backyard."

I don't understand what you mean.

Upon hearing this, oh well, you can't understand what she's saying, can you?