Chapter 199 Development
The New Year of 1984 passed, and on the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, the Xingyue Hotel opened!
The name was chosen by Zhang Shiye and Xia Wanyang together, with characters taken from the names of their two children respectively. From now on, this restaurant will belong to these two siblings.
On the opening day, colorful flags were flying, gongs and drums were beating, it was very lively, many leaders came to congratulate, and the atmosphere was warm and solemn.
Zhang Shiye wore a grey suit that was well-tailored, with delicate lines outlining his tall figure. He wore a long coat on the outside, which added a touch of elegance and grandeur.
With a height of nearly 1.9 meters, he stood out in the crowd. Every movement he made exuded confidence and majesty, which made people look at him sideways.
Zhou Tong followed Zhou's father, looking at the dazzling man in the crowd, her heart beating fast.
"Dad, take me over there to say hello. I heard he's in need of a secretary. Can you recommend me?"
Father Zhou glanced at her and whispered, "Put away your little thoughts. His son and daughter are both in elementary school. I heard that his father-in-law is Commander Xia. I won't make such a big enemy for you."
Zhou Tong curled her lips, "What's wrong with Commander Xia? No matter how high your official position is, it's useless if you have an ugly daughter!"
Father Zhou asked quietly, "How do you know Commander Xia's daughter is ugly?"
Zhou Tong smiled proudly, "Why don't you come if you're not ugly? Even though my own restaurant has just opened, the boss's wife doesn't dare to show up. She's either ugly or she doesn't have a good relationship with Mr. Zhang!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Shifeng and Xia Wanyang appeared beside Zhang Shiye. Zhang Shiye naturally put his arm around his wife's waist and said something to the leader next to him.
Zhou Tong's face felt hot. She had just said that someone was ugly, but reality gave her a loud slap in the face.
Today, Xia Wanyang wore a loose white shirt and a pair of high-waisted flared pants on the lower body, which showed her slender thighs to the fullest. She cleverly tucked part of the hem into her pants, adding a sense of fashion. She wore a white woolen coat on the outside, giving people a warm and elegant feeling. The overall look shows youthful vitality and a hint of sexiness, which makes people can't help but fall in love with it.
Zhang Shiye introduced to Secretary Yin: "This is my wife, Xia Wanyang."
Secretary Yin looked at her with a smile, "Wanyang, I held you in my arms when you were a child. Do you remember Uncle Yin?"
Xia Wanyang said openly, "Of course I remember. You and my father are friends."
Zhou Tong glared at the two of them angrily, "You look so coquettish. Dad, didn't you say that Zhang Shiye just returned to China? Then why are they still so close?"
Father Zhou didn't answer. Teacher Zheng's voice rang out behind him, "Because they went abroad together. Not only that, they were classmates in the same major in college. Their relationship is the best I've ever seen in my life. Two years ago, Zhang Shiye told me that if his wife couldn't go abroad with him, he wouldn't go either. Do you think their relationship is good?"
Father Zhou extended his hand and said respectfully, "Professor Zheng, you are here!"
Teacher Zheng extended his hand and shook it back. "Well, Xia is also my student. Over the years, many people have praised her for her beauty, but this is the first time I've heard someone say that she has a seductive look on her face!"
Father Zhou's face flushed with embarrassment. "I'm sorry to have embarrassed you. My daughter is ignorant and has no experience!"
Teacher Zheng smiled meaningfully, "This has nothing to do with being sensible or not. You still need to have the proper manners!"
After saying that, he shook his head and walked away.
Father Zhou's face suddenly darkened. "Go home now, you are embarrassing yourself. You have embarrassed me!"
Zhou Tonghao shook his hair nonchalantly and walked straight towards Zhang Shiye.
"Hello, Mr. Zhang!"
Zhang Shiye frowned slightly when he was suddenly interrupted. He turned to look at Zhou Tong and nodded as a gesture of respect. At this time, Zhou's father also chased after him, glared at Zhou Tong, and then looked at Secretary Yin apologetically, "Sorry to bother you. This is my daughter Zhou Tong. She has something else to do and needs to leave first. She wanted to come over to say hello."
Zhang Shiye said politely: "Director Zhou, you are busy, it's okay!"
Zhou Tong interrupted, "Mr. Zhang, my dad is not busy. I came here to ask you something. I heard that you are still short of a secretary. Do you think I can be one?" After saying that, she shyly lowered her head and tucked her hair behind her ears.
Zhang Shiye's face changed slightly, "Comrade Zhou, you're joking. Our Xingyue Hotel has just opened, and we don't know how it will develop. Forget about hiring a secretary!"
Father Zhou really couldn't afford to lose face, so he pulled Zhou Tong's arm hard as a warning, "Secretary Yin, President Zhang, we're leaving first."
After saying that, he hurriedly pulled Zhou Tong away. Zhang Shiye and Xia Wanyang looked at each other and pouted helplessly. This little episode could not affect them at all, so they just treated it as a joke.
After the Xingyue Hotel opened, Zhang Shiye launched a series of activities. These strategies rapidly increased the popularity of the Xingyue Hotel and its business became extremely popular.
Xia Wanyang also officially reported to the university in March and became a specially-appointed teacher in the Finance Department. She only needed to teach two classes a week and her salary was the same as that of a regular teacher.
In June, the Will brothers came to Shanghai. They came for inspection. Unexpectedly, Will's elder brother was attracted by Chinese cuisine and immediately decided to build a factory in a joint venture with Zhang Shiye.
Zhang Shiye handed the restaurant affairs over to Ding Yi, and Xia Wanyang would go over to help when she had no classes. With the arrival of these brothers, the couple were extremely busy.
Setting up a factory can solve the employment problems of many people, and it can also drive economic development, introduce advanced equipment from abroad, and attract talent, bringing huge benefits.
When the factory site was decided, it was already autumn. After the factory location was selected, construction began.
Zhang Shiye had already thought about this problem a long time ago. The next day, he found designers and a construction team. The factory was chosen to be located on the outskirts of the city, and he also called Zhang Shiyu for help.
Now that the four brothers are working together, Zhang Shiye has achieved his original intention of making his family rich.
Two years later, Xingyue Hotel has become a business card of Shanghai. Its unique design and luxurious facilities attract countless tourists to experience it. Whether they are domestic or international travelers, they will choose to stay here to enjoy first-class service and comfortable environment.
The factory has been completed. Will has stayed here most of the past two years and has fallen deeply in love with Chinese culture. Zhang Shiye is also happy to see this. After all, with Will here, he can have more time to accompany Xia Wanyang.
Zhang Heping and Qiao Shuyun were getting older, so Zhang Shifeng paid to buy the video hall and handed it over to Da Wa and Er Wa to run.
Xia Wanyang discussed the matter with his third sister-in-law He Hua. He Hua had made a lot of money over the years, so the two decided to jointly open a clothing processing factory. Although it was called a partnership, He Hua was still the main worker. Xia Wanyang only had to invest the money and wait for dividends.
The little kids in the family have grown into young men, and Aunt Qiao and Zhang Heping are responsible for taking care of them every day. When the children are well taken care of, the whole family will have more energy to work hard outside.
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