novelhk Chapter 122 The Restaurant Provides Coverage
Chapter 122 The Restaurant Provides Coverage
Zhou Hai wasn't angry at being ridiculed; he just chuckled and said, "Madam is right, I'll go, okay?"
As for those petty squabbles and such, they really couldn't stump his "tiger mom."
Aunt Zhou's expression improved a little. It was true, he had been running around from the east to the west of the village every day, from one end to the other, but she had never seen him running around picking up gold. He couldn't even work in the fields in peace.
Sometimes, she wondered what her husband was really after by becoming the village head.
After listening to the couple's conversation, Lin Chang'er comforted them, saying, "Actually, 50 jin isn't much. If Uncle and Third Brother set off early, they can sell out in the morning if they're lucky, so it won't delay anything."
Who argues and fights so early in the morning? Of course, there are exceptions, like the unreasonable ones.
"Moreover, if we come across a restaurant with a good reputation, Uncle and Third Brother can also go and negotiate. For example, the Sihai Restaurant in Linhai Town gets its supplies from us."
Although she didn't know how influential Sihai Restaurant was, having a competitor buying from them would at least increase her credibility.
Zhou Hai and Zhou Mu nodded to indicate that they understood.
Thinking of something, Lin Chang'er added, "Of course, if we encounter unreasonable or troublesome people, safety should be our priority. We can leave our belongings behind, but we need to run fast." This was why Lin Chang'er wanted the two of them to travel together.
Zhou Hai and Zhou Mu readily agreed.
Lin Chang'er added, "Let's try going to the county town tomorrow. It just so happens that Grandpa Zhou's oxcart can take you there directly after we finish dropping you off."
Can you even use an oxcart?
Zhou Hai and Zhou Mu were dumbfounded. But the fare to go to the county town must be two coins per person, right?
The round trip would cost 4 coins, which was enough to buy a pound of brown rice. The uncle and nephew both felt a pang of heartache.
Lin Chang'er saw through their thoughts, "I'll talk to Grandpa Zhou about the car rental fee."
Zhou Hai: "..."
Zhou Mu: "..."
This isn't hiring help; this is practically poverty alleviation!
If we don't do a good job, even if we're struck by lightning, it won't be tolerated.
The matter was settled. After seeing off the two families, Lin Chang'er roughly calculated the money she had on hand, which was enough to build a large brick house.
However, including the primary school, once this wave of beachcombers is over, the primary school will have enough money.
Next month, Sihai Restaurant will receive a bonus.
I finally have some money in my pocket. I'll buy some sandy land first. Sugarcane doesn't have high requirements for soil. The climate in Linshui Village is warm, and it seems to only have spring and summer. Sugarcane likes humid and hot conditions.
Once the sugar business picks up, we'll be able to buy fishing boats.
Lin Chang'er planned to expand her seafood business inland, and in the end, she was even counting money in her dreams.
The next morning, Zhou Hai and his nephew Zhou Mu arrived at Lin Chang'er's house to help her move the goods.
Little Goldfish and Xu Gun'er get up early every day to go to town with Lin Chang'er to sell seafood, which Zhou Li and Gu Silang envy.
Hearing his father's voice early this morning, he went out to ask and learned that his father was going to the city to sell seafood. He then urged Gu Silang to go with him.
Unable to make the decision themselves, Zhou Hai and Zhou Mu turned to Lin Chang'er for help.
"Third Sister-in-law, I've been learning arithmetic from Si Lang for so many days, it's time to put it to use. Why don't you let Si Lang and me go with my father and brother? It's perfect, my brother Mu isn't very good at arithmetic, we can help him!"
Lin Chang'er is willing to let her child go out and broaden his horizons.
He nodded and said, "You can go help, but you can't run around. You must stay with your father or brother and discuss things with them first."
Zhou Li nodded hurriedly, "Okay, Third Sister-in-law, Si Lang and I will definitely not run around."
After saying that, he went to find his father.
Lin Chang'er summoned Gu Silang and secretly gave him some money, saying, "If you can't make it back for lunch, buy some food in the city."
Gu Silang knew his third sister-in-law's temper well. He carefully hid the money in his hand and said, "Thank you, third sister-in-law. I will definitely behave and not cause trouble."
Lin Chang'er nodded, and after the group finished their breakfast, they set off.
As usual, the oxcart went to Sihai Restaurant first. Lin Chang'er told Pei Sihai about how Niu Ersao and her family were selling clams for 3 coins. "Price wars are a vicious cycle. I'll still sell them for 4 coins. I'll sell them however many I can. If you want to save costs, you don't have to get them from me. I have no objection."
Pei Sihai laughed heartily, thinking to himself, "Chang'er is just teasing me this morning. She only uses 100 catties of clams a day at most."
With a restaurant this big, would he really care about a difference of 100 coins?
Besides, they're all old acquaintances, and he knows them well enough that he has no reason to switch vendors for a mere 100 coins.
Furthermore, Chang is not only the second owner of Sihai Restaurant, but also owns all the signature dishes. Right now, she is facing a minor crisis.
Instead of helping her out, this partner of hers is helping others kick her while she's down. Has he lost his mind?
Pei Sihai waved his hand, "What nonsense are you talking about? Even if someone else sells it for three coins, or even two or one coin, it has nothing to do with us."
After saying that, he waved his hand and said, "Take 80 jin today. If you can't sell them later, the restaurant will cover the rest."
It would be a lie to say that Lin Chang'er wasn't moved, but since they were all old acquaintances, she didn't say much. She quickly weighed out 80 jin of clams, and let Pei Sihai choose the other seafood first.
When Pei Sihai saw the dog shark, his eyes lit up. If this thing could be sent to the north, the master would definitely like it.
If it can't be sent to the Northwest, it can be auctioned off. He immediately pointed to the dog shark and said, "How much do you plan to sell this guy?"
Lin Chang'er smiled awkwardly and said, "Old Liang placed the order for this dog shark yesterday."
Pei Sihai asked, "How much did he pay?"
Lin Chang'er said, "Ten taels."
Pei Sihai nodded. "The price is reasonable."
Then he looked at the three squid, smacked his lips, and felt a little regretful. These squid were also ordered by the diners yesterday.
Pei Sihai pursed his lips, feeling that ever since he met Chang'er, his appetite had been whetted.
But then he thought, being able to eat and sleep well is like living the life of a god. After he finishes that matter for his wife, he will ask her for a favor so that he can bring his wife over and settle down in this town. Of course, if his wife sends someone else to take over the restaurant, he can also buy a piece of land next to Chang's house in Linshui Village, bring his family and mooch off them. That kind of life would be too wonderful.
Lin Chang'er was busy ordering food and didn't pay much attention to Pei Sihai's expression.
After checking the goods and calculating the money, the oxcart headed towards the market.
Yesterday, Sister-in-law Gu learned how to make pancakes from Lin Chang'er, so today Lin Chang'er won't be supervising the steamed bun shop.
After unloading the goods at the stall, Grandpa Zhou continued to drive Zhou Hai and his nephew, along with Zhou Li and Gu Silang, towards the county town.
Lin Chang'er proceeded with arranging the goods as usual.
Before long, Sister-in-law Niu and Granny Niu arrived, seemingly to spite Lin Chang'er, and deliberately chose a spot not far from them to set up their stall...