Chapter 19: Employees Have Been Hired!
Last night, the first group of people who returned from the swimming pool brought back definite news: deep in the desert, just as rumored, there is indeed a newly opened swimming pool with an inexhaustible supply of cool water and delicious food.
The news spread like wildfire, and the entire town of Yunpei was abuzz with excitement. The next morning, Mao Qindong's entourage was greeted by a large number of guests at the entrance of Yunpei Town.
People were packed shoulder to shoulder. Yesterday, Mao Qindong's team couldn't even gather the expected number of escorts, so today, everyone had to fight for a spot.
Of course, some powerful teams also sensed the business opportunity and started escort services as well. For a time, the entrance to Yunpei Town was bustling with noise and excitement.
If other towns saw the large-scale departure of Yunpei Town residents, they would probably think something had happened in Yunpei Town, causing the entire town to relocate.
The huge customer flow brought in high revenue, keeping Lin Nanxing extremely busy until midnight, when she finally had some free time.
She stood behind the service desk at the swimming pool, watching the endless stream of people, feeling both gratified and exhausted.
At 10 o'clock, she promptly upgraded the swimming pool, bringing the total number of pools to three, a move that won praise from everyone.
The addition of the swimming pool and guest rooms greatly reduced the pressure on guest flow, and Lin Nanxing didn't have time to rest until midnight.
As Lin Nanxing listened to the continuous notifications of game currency arriving in his account, his initial excitement gradually turned into numbness.
It was already lunchtime, but she was too tired to eat. She sat on the chair behind the service counter, rubbing her temples, feeling sore all over.
"Mr. Lin, business is booming!" Mao Qindong greeted him with a warm smile, accompanied by his wife Lin Qiulan.
Now that he has a bright future thanks to his escort work in the Star Territory, he naturally wants to pay a visit to the owner of this territory.
In the post-apocalyptic game setting, many things defy common sense, such as professional players having personal space, and people with great fortune acquiring territory.
Yesterday, this area was upgraded, and everyone present received the news that the Star Swimming Pool had been renamed Star Camp.
This territory belongs to Lin Nanxing, and the camp is clearly not her limit. It's never a bad thing to build a good relationship with the master.
Lin Nanxing forced a smile, her voice sounding tired: "Thanks to you all, today has been incredibly busy, I'm almost exhausted."
Mao Qindong laughed heartily, patting his slightly plump belly with satisfaction: "You've worked hard, Boss Lin, but look how booming the business is, it's all worth it!"
Lin Nanxing nodded in agreement. It was tiring, but the pay was good.
Lin Qiulan also came over and said with concern, "Boss Lin, why don't you go and get something to eat first? You look so tired."
Lin Nanxing shook his head: "No, I'll rest for a while. I'm not hungry anymore after being so busy."
Seeing that she looked exhausted, the two wisely refrained from saying anything more.
Before leaving, Lin Qiulan looked at Lin Nanxing deeply several times, her furrowed brows revealing her inner turmoil. Only after Mao Qindong called her did she leave.
After Lin Nanxing recovered, she still didn't rush to eat, but turned around and went back to the staff lounge.
The carnivorous plant that invaded the territory yesterday is now comfortably nestled in a water basin, drinking water. Next to it is a styrofoam box, on which the green plants have regained their vitality.
"It seems you've adapted well to the environment here," Lin Nanxing said with a satisfied smile as he walked in and saw the two plants getting along well.
Upon discovering its savior, the clover immediately shook its leaves joyfully, while a new notification popped up from the system.
[The clover requests to become your summoned creature. Do you agree?]
This time, Lin Nanxing didn't rush to agree. Instead, he looked at Clover with scrutiny and said, "To be honest, I still don't know what your ability is."
After the Great Banyan Tree has been guarding the territory and hunting monsters day and night for the past few days, Lin Nanxing's player level has been approaching Lv.10, which is not much different from the level of this clover.
In fact, if the combat power is equal, Lin Nanxing doesn't need to form a contract with it, unless it has special abilities.
Being able to communicate is an advantage.
The clover seemed surprised by her refusal. Its leaves instinctively curled up in a slightly aggrieved manner, but then suddenly perked up under Lin Nanxing's gaze, swaying its branches and leaves to signal her to come over.
Lin Nanxing understood its meaning and reached out to touch its leaves.
A thought traveled from the leaf to her mind.
"My blades can rotate, bringing out a cool breeze."
Lin Nanxing remained expressionless, but inwardly he was nodding in agreement: a cooling electric fan?
That's a nice feature, but it doesn't seem to be very useful for Star Territory.
"Moreover, I have many companions, and our kings are of a much higher rank than us."
Lin Nanxing was slightly taken aback, then a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes. "Do you still remember where your companions are?" she asked softly.
The clover leaves trembled slightly, as if pondering how to answer.
"Do you not remember, or do you not know how to say it?"
The clover's leaves turned towards the carnivorous plant beside it with remarkable human-like precision, then quickly turned back: "I remember the location before I lost consciousness. From there, I can find my companions, but..."
Lin Nanxing understood immediately, "After you fell unconscious, you were taken into the space by Da Zui and don't know the way back?"
All three leaves nodded in unison.
Lin Nanxing looked thoughtfully at the carnivorous plant swaying in the basin of water. "Big Mouth, do you remember where you found the clover?"
This wasn't just about finding traces of clover, but also about the fresh soil inside the styrofoam box.
Lin Nanxing had a premonition that if she harvested fruit multiple times on suitable soil, she would be able to unlock the planting module in the shop.
The carnivorous plant shook its enormous head, not understanding its master's words.
Lin Nanxing sighed almost imperceptibly. This man-eating flower didn't look intelligent at all, so asking it that question was just putting it in a difficult position.
The clover hasn't recovered yet, so it's not suitable to take it out for the time being. This matter needs to be considered in the long term.
After lunch break, Lin Nanxing, filled with anticipation for Clover's arrival, finally made a contract with it.
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"Boss, this swimming pool is amazing! My whole family had a great time!" A young mother said excitedly to Lin Nanxing, holding her child's hand. The child's face was still wet with water droplets, clearly having just come out of the pool.
"Yes, boss, this water is so cool and clean, it's so refreshing!" A middle-aged man also came over and gave a thumbs up.
At four o'clock in the afternoon, it was time to return to Yunpei Town. Those who had not managed to secure accommodations had to head back home.
Before leaving, they all went up to Lin Nanxing to praise the swimming pool and try to win his favor.
Although Lin Nanxing was exhausted, he felt warm inside. All his efforts today were worthwhile, as he had earned as much as 50,000 game coins in one day.
Two of the conditions for upgrading to a village are about to be met thanks to her efforts over the past two days. Only the last building is causing her concern. At this rate of earning money, she will be able to unlock the new building in less than three days.
After the main group left, Lin Nanxing was about to pack up and go have dinner when Lin Qiulan walked over.
"Hey, Sister Qiulan? I saw that Brother Mao has already returned to Yunpei Town. Didn't you go with him?" Lin Nanxing asked, somewhat surprised.
Lin Qiulan smiled gently, "Thanks to Boss Lin, Qin Dong's team rented five rooms here, and I was fortunate enough to be assigned a bed."
There were too many people, and Lin Nanxing couldn't remember who had checked into the Xingxing Hotel. She smiled awkwardly and said somewhat embarrassedly, "Sorry, I can't remember right now. Is there something you need from me?"
Seeing Lin Nanxing ask the question, Lin Qiulan didn't beat around the bush and said directly, "Boss Lin, I'm here to apply for the job."
Lin Nanxing was somewhat surprised. He had only thought about hiring people last night, and someone had already taken the initiative to apply for the job today?
But instead of showing her surprise, she adopted the demeanor of an interviewer and asked, "Tell me, what can you do?"
Lin Qiulan confidently stated, "Before the apocalypse, I studied tourism management. During my senior year, I interned at a hotel for a year, rotating through various positions. I am very familiar with the service industry, and I believe I can do a good job at the front desk of the swimming pool and the hotel."
"A professional, huh?" Lin Nanxing carefully observed Lin Qiulan. From the first moment they met, she knew she was a smart person. Now it seemed she had an even sharper sense of observation than most, just like her husband.
Mao Qindong made his fortune through his swimming pool, and as his wife, she naturally doesn't want Xingxing Territory to fail. She is indeed a good choice.
What are your salary and benefits requirements?
The fact that the other party could ask this question meant that they were fairly satisfied with her. Lin Qiulan finally felt relieved and tentatively asked, "Mr. Lin, I don't have any other requirements. I just need to provide a room for my staff to use as a rest room."
As soon as Lin Qiulan spoke, she became somewhat uneasy. She knew that her request was a bit excessive. Right now, properties in Star Territory were in extremely high demand. Her fingers unconsciously twisted together.
"That's it?" Lin Nanxing asked, frowning, his eyes filled with doubt, as if trying to confirm whether Lin Qiulan's request was really like this.
Lin Qiulan nodded somewhat bewildered, not expecting Lin Nanxing to say that.
After confirming again, Lin Nanxing smiled and her eyes softened. She extended her hand, "Of course, the trial period is one month. During the trial period, I will only provide a four-person room. The benefits will be improved during the trial period, and three meals a day will be added. Is this acceptable?"
For the first twenty years of her life, Lin Nanxing, a former college student, spent her time studying, only working part-time during summer vacations. This was her first time interviewing someone.
She thought to herself, "Using a room that costs almost nothing to acquire an employee—it's a risk-free business!"
Lin Qiulan eagerly grasped Lin Nanxing's hand, "Of course I'm willing, Boss Lin."
With this house, the team members no longer have to worry about competing for housing every day, not to mention that they will be provided with three meals a day after they become full-fledged employees.
In total, she could save at least 1,500 yuan a day, a better amount than she could have found even before the apocalypse.
"Just call me Nanxing. I look forward to working with you in the future."
Lin Qiulan has become your employee; she receives no salary and is not included in operating costs.
The two clasped hands, and simultaneously felt a surge of emotion.
Mr. Lin is such a good person.
The new employees are so easily satisfied.
That night, Lin Nanxing fell asleep easily with a wonderful feeling in her heart.
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