So, the two sat down in a corner of the bun shop and began to discuss their plan seriously. They discussed various options, sometimes arguing heatedly, sometimes lost in thought. After some brainstorming, they decided to add nuts and fruits to the caramel buns to create different flavors to attract more customers.
In the days that followed, Jiang Xiaocai was responsible for procuring the ingredients for the new product. He arrived at the market early each day, browsing the stalls, carefully selecting the freshest nuts and fruits. He bargained with the vendors, striving to secure the best ingredients at the most reasonable prices. Meanwhile, Jiang Xiaohuang plunged into the kitchen, focusing on developing new products. She constantly experimented with different ratios and production techniques, striving to achieve the perfect taste for each caramel bun.
Finally, the new caramel buns were fresh from the oven. When Jiang Xiaocai handed one to Jiang Xiaohuang, filled with walnuts and red dates, she took a bite and immediately smiled with satisfaction. The sweet caramel flavor blended perfectly with the aroma of nuts and fruit, creating a rich, layered taste.
The bun shop's new product immediately caught the attention of numerous customers. Intrigued by the unique shape and flavor of the caramel buns, customers flocked to try them. For a time, the shop was packed, and business was booming. Not only did regular customers rave about the new product, but it also attracted many new customers.
Jiang Xiaocai's outstanding performance in the development and promotion of this new product earned him a promotion from Jiang Xiaohuang to assistant manager, responsible for important tasks such as purchasing and bookkeeping. He meticulously recorded every account and carefully selected each batch of ingredients, gradually demonstrating his outstanding business talent.
On this sunny day, Su Jinli and Jiang Yan went to the bun shop hand in hand to visit Jiang Xiaohuang and Jiang Xiaocai. As soon as they entered the bun shop, they saw the bustling scene inside, with customers queuing up and laughing. Su Jinli and Jiang Yan smiled at each other, their eyes full of satisfaction.
"Xiaocai, it seems you have made great progress." Su Jinli said to Jiang Xiaocai with a smile, her eyes full of love and appreciation.
Seeing this, Jiang Xiaocai hurried to the kitchen, brought a cup of steaming hot tea, and respectfully handed it to his grandmother, saying, "It's all thanks to your good teaching, grandma. If it weren't for your guidance, I wouldn't have made the progress I have today."
Jiang Yan picked up the account book and began to leaf through it carefully. He nodded as he read, saying, "Well, the accounts are clear, and every entry is recorded in great detail. It seems you've put a lot of effort into this area and have made some progress. However, when doing business, you can't just focus on immediate profits; you also need to have long-term plans and learn to plan ahead."
Su Jinli added, "Yes, just like when your grandmother wrote storybooks, not only did we have to write brilliant content, but we also had to know how to market and promote them. Back then, I asked your grandfather to write book reviews for me, and it was a huge help. It immediately attracted a lot of readers."
Jiang Yan's face flushed slightly when he heard this, and he smiled and said, "That's all to pursue you. Otherwise, I wouldn't have the time." Everyone couldn't help but laugh. Jiang Xiaocai looked at his grandparents' loving expressions, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart. At this moment, he suddenly understood that in business or in life, the most important thing is not how much money you make, but to have a kind and upright heart and a pair of eyes that can keenly spot opportunities.
Just then, Jiang Xiaocai was counting the bills at the counter when he looked up and saw Boss Wang walk into the bun shop. His heart suddenly tightened, thinking that Boss Wang was here to cause trouble. After all, Boss Wang had cheated him before, and he had always been wary of him.
Unexpectedly, Boss Wang walked up to the counter with a kind face and said with a smile, "I heard that your caramel buns are very famous in this area. I came here specially to try them today."
Jiang Xiaocai pretended to be calm and tried to make his voice sound calmer. He said, "Okay, please wait a moment." As he spoke, he took out a few steaming caramel buns from the steamer and handed them to Boss Wang.
Boss Wang took the bun, took a bite, and a look of surprise crossed his face. He nodded as he chewed, praising, "Mm, it tastes really good. The sweet caramel, paired with the nuts and fruit inside, creates a rich, unique flavor." He looked up at Jiang Xiaocai and suddenly said, "Young man, I'm sorry for what happened last time."
Jiang Xiaocai was stunned. He didn't expect Boss Wang to apologize suddenly.
Boss Wang sighed, a trace of guilt on his face, and said, "There was indeed something wrong with my batch of sugar. In fact, I was deceived into buying that batch of low-quality sugar. I was in a hurry to sell it at the time, and in a moment of confusion, I deceived a little kid like you. I have always felt sorry for it." As he spoke, he took out some money from his pocket and handed it to Jiang Xiaocai, "This is compensation to you. It's not much, but it is a small token of my appreciation. I hope you can forgive me."
Jiang Xiaocai looked at the money in Boss Wang's hand, then at his sincere eyes, and felt a mixture of emotions. He remembered his grandmother once telling him that one should learn to be tolerant and forgive others when possible. So he shook his head and said, "Forget it, Boss Wang, let bygones be bygones. I've learned a lot from this, too."
Boss Wang looked at Jiang Xiaocai in surprise, a flicker of admiration in his eyes. Then he smiled and said, "Good, good boy! You're so generous! If you need any help in the future, just ask and I'll do my best."
Jiang Xiaocai also smiled. He knew that this was not the end of the matter, but a brand new beginning. He had just taken the first step on his business journey, and countless challenges and opportunities awaited him in the future.
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