"Where are Sister Xiuli and Sister Cuiyun?"
"Sister Xiuli is restocking the shelves on the second floor. Because the items are selling so fast, she can't keep up with the restocking. Some customers are already complaining. I just came down from upstairs to answer the phone after helping out."
Sister-in-law Cuiyun was clearing the table and cleaning the lobby; many customers were eating standing up because they couldn't find seats!
Xia Enruo's eyes widened when she heard this. She had been busy cleaning the kitchen and knew there would be many people, but she didn't expect there to be so many.
"Then let them come back to buy it next time."
"The customer wouldn't have it. He insisted on waiting to buy, saying that he had gone through so much trouble to get in, otherwise he would have to wait in line for a long time next time!"
Zhao Minghui had just tried to persuade them, but the customers wouldn't listen and insisted on queuing up to buy.
They said they came today to give Boss Xia an apology fee.
"Where's your brother-in-law, Shao Xuan?"
“My brother-in-law is even busier, helping with the checkout at the cashier. Boss Xia, I'll handle it. You're pregnant and shouldn't overexert yourself.”
Zhao Minghui is extremely busy outside, so for now he can only help out here.
Xia Enruo never expected that there would be such a shortage of manpower. It seems that it is time to consider hiring employees.
Zhao Minghui took out the vegetables to wash, but there were so many that he couldn't finish them all by himself in a short time.
Xia Enruo couldn't worry about that, so she could only step in to help.
At this moment, Mao Xiangling, who had no classes, saw the provincial newspaper and ran over from the school, wanting to see how Xia Enruo was doing.
I was stunned by the long line in front of me as soon as I arrived at the entrance.
"So many people? It's like a market day before the New Year."
She finally managed to squeeze in and entered the kitchen, where she saw Xia Enruo and Zhao Minghui working up a sweat.
"Sister Enruo, please put it down. You can't touch cold water right now, otherwise it will be bad for you and the baby, and you may develop health problems later."
"Xiangling is too busy, so I have to help out. Otherwise, the vegetables will sell out immediately, and many customers will be queuing up but still won't get to eat."
Mao Xiangling helped Xia Enruo to the side, rolled up her sleeves, and said:
"Sis, I'll help Minghui wash the vegetables. You can do something easy for now. We can start cooking right away in a bit."
Seeing that this was the only way to improve efficiency, Xia Enruo took out the seasonings, scallions, ginger, and garlic, and prepared the ingredients needed for stir-frying.
Mao Xiangling is efficient and meticulous in her work, which may be related to her medical background.
Washing vegetables together greatly improves efficiency.
After Zhao Minghui chopped the washed vegetables, he handed them to Xia Enruo.
Xia Enruo didn't dare to wait any longer and immediately started frying in oil.
In less than 40 minutes, a new batch of dishes was ready.
After packing up, Zhao Minghui hurriedly rode her handcart to other shops. The handcart was pedaled very fast, and passersby would turn their heads to look at her.
After Xia Enruo finished cooking, Mao Xiangling told her to sit down and rest, and then helped her wash the pot.
"Sister Enruo, this is great! The newspaper article has become a living advertisement for you. Now, there should be no one in Yongning City who doesn't know about your Kelaixiang Private Kitchen."
"When I came here, there were several times more people on the street, and even the police were out maintaining order."
"But sister, you absolutely mustn't overwork yourself. The first few months are the most crucial, so you have to be extra careful. You should hire a few more people."
Xia Enruo nodded and replied:
"Xiangling, you're right. Today's customer traffic did exceed my expectations. I was thinking the same thing. Tomorrow I'll have Minghui add the recruitment information."
"By the way, don't you have class today?"
Mao Xiangling had originally planned to meet with Xia Enruo, but she got so busy that she completely forgot.
"Sister Enruo, I had completely forgotten what I wanted to tell you if you hadn't mentioned it."
Xia Enruo: "???????"
"Did you know that a movement about you has started at school?"
"About me?"
If Xia Enruo finds it unbelievable, is he about to get into trouble again?
Life is just too hard these days!
"Yes, it's about you, but it's all good news. The movement is called 'I Owe You a Meal.'"
"The students all feel that they were misled and misunderstood you before, causing you harm and loss. So they decided that each of them would make a purchase at your store as compensation."
"At first I didn't believe it, but after I came to the store today and saw many of my classmates, I realized that everyone was serious."
After listening, Xia Enruo finally understood why it was so popular today; it turned out to be like this.
"These kids are still too naive, naive to the point of being cute, they actually came up with this idea."
"However, I also have to thank them for their support. Xiangling, you're right. This incident has been more effective for me than any advertisement."
"So I guess I've had both good and bad luck, at least I didn't get through these days for nothing."
Mao Xiangling smiled and said:
"That's right. Go out and see for yourself. Your brother-in-law has become your employee now. He's practically your accountant."
“I’m also worried about this. I need to find an employee quickly. It’s not appropriate for him to do this because of his status.”
The two were chatting when Gu Shaoxuan walked in and said:
"Enruo, the police called and said they want to ask you something."
Xia Enru walked to the counter and picked up the receiver.
"Is this Comrade Xia Enruo? I am from the Yongning City Public Security Bureau. We are currently handling the case of Zhang Baozhu and Wang Yue'e for provoking trouble."
"I called you to ask if Zhang Baozhu and Wang Yue'e want to meet with you to get your understanding."
"If you sign the settlement agreement, both of them can be exempted from the seven-day detention penalty. Comrade Xia Enruo, would you be willing to come to the bureau?"
Hearing the police officer's words, Xia Enruo's heart tightened. She paused for a few seconds before speaking:
“I refuse to settle, and I will not forgive the two of them for the harm they have done to me. I ask the police to punish them according to the law.”
Xia Enruo hung up the phone and let out a long sigh.
Gu Shaoxuan walked over and asked:
"Enruo, are you alright?"
Xia Enru shook her head.
“It’s okay, I’m in a good mood now. The police asked me if I forgive my so-called uncle and aunt, and I refused.”
"Shao Xuan, do you think I should refuse?"
Gu Shaoxuan patted his wife's head and said:
“If you’re right, they should be punished. They’ll only learn their lesson if they know what pain feels like.”
"Moreover, they will not only be punished by the Public Security Bureau, but also subject to disciplinary action."
In short, I will not give them any more chances to hurt you.
Xia Enruo hugged him.
"Shaoxuan, it's so good to have you."
His broad shoulders and warm chest felt like a safe haven for her whenever she nestled into his arms.
Xia Enruo always felt at ease, just like what Gu Shaoxuan had told her: if the sky falls, he, being tall, will hold it up!
"Honey, thank you. With you, I've learned what love is and what it feels like to have a home!"
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