Reborn not to be a simp, the school beauty's whole family goes crazy

"However, you'd better give me a real price."

Upon hearing this, Mr. Li's smile froze slightly, and he quickly began to calculate in his mind.

After a moment, Mr. Li cleared his throat and said, "Young man, although business isn't great right now, our Hunan restaurant has a superb location."

"This area is surrounded by residential areas and commercial streets, with a large flow of people."

"A three-story building with a total area of ​​360 square meters would cost at least 50,000 yuan, which is already a very reasonable price."

Chen Dong frowned, leaned back in his chair, and said slowly, "Mr. Li, fifty thousand yuan? You really dare to ask for that much."

"Look at the interior of this shop. The walls are peeling, the ceiling is leaking, and many of the tables and chairs are wobbly."

"The kitchen equipment is also severely outdated; the stoves won't light and the refrigerators aren't cooling properly."

“If I take over, I’ll have to spend a lot of money to renovate it, and that’s not cheap.”

Chen Dong opened his mouth and picked at a bunch of faults, then held up three fingers and said, "Thirty thousand yuan, I can only offer thirty thousand at most."

Mr. Li's eyes widened as if he had heard something unbelievable, and he raised his voice.

Thirty thousand? Are you trying to fob me off like a beggar?!

"Even if my shop is in a bad location, the initial investment was much more than this!"

"Renovation, equipment purchase, rent deposit—aren't all of these real money?"

"At least 45,000, not a penny less!"

Chen Dong crossed his arms, shook his head slightly, and spoke with a hint of sarcasm.

"Mr. Li, that's not very honest of you."

“You know very well that this shop is a hot potato right now, and you're thinking of subletting it because you can't keep it running.”

"If it were really as valuable as you say, someone would have taken it over long ago. Why would we have to wait until now?"

"Moreover, the catering market is highly competitive now, and your Hunan restaurant doesn't have a good reputation. Rebuilding your reputation will be another expense."

"Thirty-five thousand, that's my limit. Think it over carefully."

Mr. Li's face turned pale and then red.

He gritted his teeth, wanting to argue a few more words, but Chen Dong didn't give him the chance.

Chen Dong continued, "Moreover, I also opened a restaurant after taking over."

“I have a unique business strategy and I am quite confident that I can revitalize this restaurant. At that time, there is a high chance that I will also rent the two floors above yours.”

Chen Dong pointed to the rooftop. He knew from his conversation with the older sister that the building housing the Hunan restaurant belonged to Boss Li.

It was precisely because the building was their own property and they didn't need to pay rent that they were able to hold on for almost half a year despite the terrible business, which is why they decided to close down.

"If you miss out on me as your next client, you might find it hard to find another person willing to take over."

"In that case, the store will be stuck in your hands, and you'll have to pay rent and employee salaries every month. Is that worth it for you?"

Mr. Li fell silent, lost in thought, his fingers tapping incessantly on the table.

At that moment, at the kitchen door, two waitresses and Chen Xiumei were whispering in surprise.

The waitress, Auntie A, covered her mouth, her eyes wide open, and whispered, "This young man really has guts, daring to bargain with Boss Li like this."

"But can we get it for 35,000? That's no small sum. Will Mr. Li agree to that?"

Chen Xiumei also looked worried, her brows furrowed into a deep frown, and she said in a low voice, "I don't know if Dongzi can do it. This matter is not that simple."

“There are too many things to worry about when running a restaurant. If we lose money, it’s my brother’s hard-earned money.”

The waitress, Aunt B, patted Chen Xiumei on the shoulder and said encouragingly, "Xiumei, your brother seems quite clever. Maybe he can really make something of himself."

"Look at how confident he was just now, he might actually have some brilliant ideas. Let's wait and see."

After a long while, Boss Li finally raised his head, as if he had made up his mind, and stretched out his hand, saying, "Alright, young man, for your courage alone, I'll sell it to you for thirty-five thousand!"

"But let me make this clear from the start: I'm transferring the operating rights and the two-year lease to you. You'll have to make this store a success within those two years."

"If you don't manage the business well and don't make money, don't blame me for not reminding you when you can't pay the rent in the third year."

Chen Dong smiled confidently, grasped Boss Li's hand, and shook it vigorously.

"Don't worry, Mr. Li, I will definitely revitalize this Hunan restaurant. Just you wait and see!"

"I have a detailed plan, from menu innovation to service improvement and store decoration, every step has been carefully considered."

Chen Dong just talks big but doesn't actually have any plans at all.

But in this era, doing business relies on courage and a silver tongue.

Chen Dong still remembered that in his previous life in Shenzhen, a business partner had explained a business event that occurred right after China's reform and opening up.

Some people, relying on a suit, courage, and eloquence, managed to make a fortune of 10,000 yuan in just three days without spending a single penny!

A household with 10,000 yuan in the two years of reform and opening up was worth much more than a household with 10,000 yuan in 1993.

Although that person later reportedly met a terrible end.

In this way, Chen Dong successfully acquired the operating rights and a two-year lease for the three-story, 360-square-meter Hunan cuisine restaurant for 35,000 yuan.

That means you won't need to pay rent for these three floors for the next two years.

Chen Dong also inquired about the rent two years later and found it to be reasonable.

Chen Dong stared at the empty storefront, his eyes gleaming with confidence.

Although I don't have a plan right now, I'll give myself a few days once I get it.

Planning is a piece of cake, and revitalizing a mere restaurant is even easier!

At this moment, the confident Chen Dong seemed to have already seen the bustling scene of the future.

The diners were laughing and chatting, the waiters were busy running around, and smoke was rising from the kitchen.

As he thought about it, Chen Dong twitched his nose.

"It seems I'm getting a bit too irritable. I'll go see Shen Yue for acupuncture another day."

Chen Dong subtly tilted his head back and wiped the little bit of blood from his hand onto the stool.

After the two parties briefly negotiated some terms and agreed on the payment method, they reached a consensus.

Mr. Li patted Chen Dong on the shoulder generously and said happily, "Come on, young man, let's get the formalities done right away. I'll give you a ride!"

Chen Dong smiled and responded, then turned to wave to his eldest sister, Chen Xiumei, and shouted, "Big sister, don't worry, wait for my good news!"

Chen Xiumei's eyes were full of concern and worry. She hesitated to speak, but finally nodded.

Mr. Li hopped onto the somewhat old but gleaming motorcycle, and Chen Dong nimbly sat on the back seat.

With a sputtering roar, the motorcycle sped towards the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China.

The wind howled in Chen Dong's ears all the way.