Chapter 182 The Ambiguity That Makes People Intoxicated
Spicy King, Taikoo Li main store.
In the largest private room, Qi Sheng, Yuan Li and others were chatting and laughing.
Lai Manling, who was in charge of the serving department, would steal glances at Qi Sheng from time to time, her eyes sometimes looking a little obsessed.
She thought she hid it well.
All the cunning people present saw it, but they just didn't have the courage to expose her.
After eating, everyone started to talk about business.
The group’s current star project is none other than Lawang, which is owned by Zhuangyu Catering.
The rapid expansion of Lawang naturally also benefited Shengxuan Decoration.
The renovation of those branches alone was enough to keep Peng Qingsong and his colleagues busy.
"Boss, Spicy King is going to open 24 more branches soon, and we are a little short of manpower here."
"Do you think we should continue to send people, or subcontract some of the orders?"
Just then, Jian Zhenzhe received eye signals from Peng Qingsong and Liu Zheng, and asked the boss for help with a wry smile.
"Not enough people again?"
Qi Sheng was a little surprised, but he understood their difficulties.
The core talents of Shengxuan Decoration are only the ten elite designers that it has sent.
Plus Peng Qingsong and Liu Zheng, two expert designers.
The 20 Lawang stores in the southwest alone, plus the house renovation work for the women in their families, are enough to keep them busy.
Now there are 24 more branches, all in the four first-tier cities.
With their pitiful manpower, it was obviously beyond their capacity.
"If we are given enough time to renovate the Spicy King store, we can definitely finish it."
"But Boss Yuan is in a hurry, and we don't have enough manpower here."
Jian Zhenzhe knows how powerful the big boss is.
He looked at Qi Sheng eagerly, hoping to get some talent support from him.
"The assigned personnel will report there at the beginning of next month."
Qi Sheng was also very troubled, but he had to take on this task.
I was thinking about waiting for the 50 million to arrive next month.
With the more than 40 million in hand, I will buy a yacht for fun first.
Now it seems that I should stop dreaming.
Qi Sheng comforted himself that this was all for a better future.
Wait until Lawang’s 24 stores open in the four first-tier cities.
In addition to the 20 stores currently under renovation and the main store in Taikoo Li.
The number of stores will reach 45! As long as the revenue and net profit are not bad, it will definitely attract a lot of capital.
By then, the valuation of Lawang will also rise accordingly.
Think about the bright future of Spicy King with a valuation of 10 billion US dollars.
The 50 million yuan I have to spend next month won’t hurt that much.
“Thank you, boss!”
Jian Zhenzhe did not expect that Qi Sheng would agree to send more people so readily, and he was immediately surprised and kept thanking him.
"Boss, we at Spicy King are also short of people, especially excellent store managers, who are extremely scarce."
Yuan Li looked at Qi Sheng with some jealousy.
It is obvious that their Lawang is the company with the highest valuation under the group.
Even Shengxuan Decoration has to rely on them for its survival.
"Well, we have both. The Spicy King store hasn't opened yet, so there's no rush for now."
Qi Sheng had no idea what to do with Yuan Li, so he had to comfort her.
"I promise you that when Spicy King opens, all 20 store managers and deputy store managers will be in place."
"That's more like it."
Only then did Yuan Li feel satisfied and chatted and laughed with Lai Manling.
"Stop, other companies don't need so many people for the time being."
Qi Sheng looked at Zhou Huaiping and Jie Chao who were ready to make a move, and quickly stopped them from saying anything.
"Boss, you are too partial."
Jie Chao said a little aggrievedly: "I also know that Zifei and Yu Tu are definitely not comparable to Spicy King, but the site of our organic farm has been finalized, and we just need the start-up capital."
“How much does an organic farm need?”
Qi Sheng touched his temple and asked with a bitter smile.
"Hey, it's just 150 million, not much."
Jie Chao rubbed his hands and looked at Qi Sheng with some anticipation.
"Do you think I'm a gold mine?"
Qi Sheng asked unhappily, "Where is the money in Zhuangyu Catering's account?"
"Zifei's branch in Luhu will cost 40 million just for renovation and rent."
"The renovation of Yutu Restaurant in Xixi Wetland, Hangzhou, cost another 13 million."
Jie Chao complained, "I'm not trying to embarrass you. It's just that the funds in the company's account are not enough to maintain the renovation of two restaurants at the same time, let alone launch the organic farm project."
"How much money does the company have in its account now?"
Qi Sheng nodded, knowing that what Jie Chao said was true.
"After settling the supplier's payment, employee salary and rent, and preparing a 10 million down payment for the renovation of two branches, there is less than 500,000 left in the account."
Jie Chao gave a wry smile and felt a little embarrassed.
Compared with the Spicy King that Yuan Li is in charge of, there is a world of difference.
At Zhuangyu Catering, he is almost doing the work of the general manager.
Yuan Li puts all her energy into Spicy King.
I don't have the energy to care about the other two catering brands and organic farms.
"As for the renovation payment, you can wait a bit."
Qi Sheng rubbed his eyebrows and finally felt the difficulty of being a boss.
Especially when the businesses are too diverse and are all in the start-up stages, they all need funds for development.
The more than 50 million given by the system is not enough to share among so many mouths.
"The rent over at Luhu is 15 million per year?"
"Yes, they don't have much popularity there, and they need a high-end restaurant as a storefront, so they gave a big discount."
Jie Chao said this with some pride.
This was the result he had worked so hard to achieve.
"Well, out of the 10 million, we will give them 5 million first and give Shengxuan Decoration 5 million as a down payment, and the two restaurants will be renovated at the same time."
Qi Sheng arranged everything in an orderly manner.
Fortunately, they are all companies under my name, which saves me a lot of trouble.
"Boss Jian, are you okay?"
Qi Sheng was not asking, but making Jian Zhenzhe do it.
"No problem. With the funds from Mr. Yuan, our cash flow is still ample."
Jian Zhenzhe naturally understood what the boss meant, and he immediately patted his chest and promised to renovate both restaurants.
“Although it’s difficult in the early stages, as long as we work together, a bright future is just around the corner.”
Qi Sheng painted a big pie for his men, and Yuan Li and the others were very happy to eat it.
“As for organic farms…”
Qi Sheng was a little worried, as this was not a small amount.
Suddenly, Qi Sheng had an idea.
He also owns quite a few properties.
It is entirely possible to generate a very considerable cash flow through Zhou Yu of CCB.
As for the mortgage, will the ladies object?
"Boss, if you are really in trouble, the organic farm can wait."
Jie Chao also knew that so many companies were operating at the same time.
Qi Sheng was also short of funds, so he took the initiative to help him out.
"That's not necessary. I will find a way to get the funds. Just wait and see."
Qi Sheng smiled and waved his hand, "But it's too much money, I don't think we can get it, maybe 50 million."
"Haha, that's enough for the initial land acquisition and expansion work. Thank you, boss!"
Jie Chao said quickly with a look of great joy.
"We are having a good gathering, but you are all eyeing my purse. Let's adjourn."
Qi Sheng laughed and cursed, but it was just a casual remark.
"Hey, you're our boss, so who else should we look for? "
Jian Zhenzhe and Jie Chao were both satisfied and greeted Qi Sheng.
He left with Peng Qingsong and the others.
Yuan Li didn't drink any alcohol. Looking at the somewhat shy Lai Manling, she took the initiative to help her out.
"Manling, I live a little far away, so it's not on your way. I'll ask the boss to take you back later."
"Yes, Mr. Yuan, take care."
What Lai Manling was most worried about was that Yuan Li would send her off, so she immediately breathed a sigh of relief.
"Ah Feng, go and see Mr. Yuan off, and drive my car."
Qi Sheng was also worried that Yuan Li was not safe so late.
She is a master-level talent worth 100 million yuan, as precious as a giant panda.
"Thank you, boss."
Yuan Li didn't expect that Qi Sheng would let his bodyguard drive Cullinan to take her there.
Yuan Li was deeply touched by this respect and love.
"If you're being polite, forget it. Go back and have a good rest. We'll continue working tomorrow."
Qi Sheng smiled and waved his hand, signaling Yuan Li to get in the car quickly.
"OK."
Yuan Li smiled happily, sat in the back seat of Cullinan, and waved to the two of them.
Watching Cullinan leave, Lai Manling looked at Qi Sheng beside her.
My heartbeat instinctively started to speed up and I swallowed nervously.
Come to think of it, this was the first time she had been so close to her idol boss.
She could even smell a faint scent of alcohol on the other person.
If it were Jian Zhenzhe and the others, Lai Manling would definitely cover her nose and show disgust.
But Qi Sheng is so handsome, even the occasional hint of alcohol in his words is particularly intoxicating.
"What are you thinking about?"
Qi Sheng looked at Lai Manling, who was in a daze and looked like a lovesick girl, and was speechless.
"Ah... No, thank you for taking me home."
Lai Manling came back to her senses, lowered her head shyly, and rested her little head on the bulging white shirt.
Under the orange street lights, the cute little beauty in an OL uniform really made Qi Sheng a little intoxicated.
"Where do you live?"
Qi Sheng has seen a lot of ups and downs, so he is not as impatient as many novices.
He was still very patient with girls like Lai Manling who didn't have a boyfriend yet.
"I live in the famous city of Aolong."
Lai Manling gave her address honestly.
"There's a subway at this hour, do you mind taking the subway with me?"
Qi Sheng also suddenly remembered that he hadn't taken the subway for a long time.
It’s a good opportunity to experience the life of a working person.
"Ah...Okay."
Lai Manling didn't expect that this legendary male god boss would actually choose such a down-to-earth method of transportation.
"Why, do you think I'm not worldly?"
Qi Sheng could guess what the other party was thinking and casually set the nearest subway station.
It was only about 300 meters away from them, a mere five minutes' walk.
"Hmm, so a man like you would ride the subway like us little people."
When Lai Manling just graduated, she would also fantasize about what her future boyfriend would look like.
Although he has no money, he will come to pick me up from get off work.
It would be especially happy if we could take the subway home together.
But after entering Shengxuan Group, he saw the infinite glory of the boss’s wife Tan Huan at the annual meeting.
Only then did she realize how happy it was to have an excellent boyfriend.
Millions of dollars worth of dresses and jewelry, limited edition Hermès crocodile leather Brikin bags.
There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!
Her dream is nothing more than Tan Huan's daily life.
Even the bosses’ girlfriends.
They all drive luxury cars such as Land Rover, Maserati, Porsche, and Mercedes-Benz G.
Even if she worked very hard to earn money, it was still not enough for those women to buy a bag.
Such a huge gap has had a huge impact on Lai Manling's worldview.
That's why she opened a position in Lawang company.
Sign up now as the competition for the position of general manager's secretary is the most intense.
She didn't know how many all-nighters she had pulled for this position.
After carefully investigating the data and information of the hot pot industry, we finally stood out.
She did all of this.
It’s just for the chance to stand in front of Qi Sheng.
Now, she has done it.
…
Chengdu’s nightlife is more lively than some of the southeastern cities Qi Sheng has visited.
Street vendors can be seen everywhere.
There are frustrated workers in twos and threes, and college students who have not yet graduated.
Either bragging or complaining about their depression.
The slowness in Chengdu belongs only to the landlords.
For working people, coupons are needed everywhere.
"Walk with me on the streets of Chengdu, oh..."
Lai Manling was stunned for a moment, and at first she thought it was someone's cell phone ringing.
Listening more carefully, it turned out to be the song hummed by Qi Sheng.
"Wow, boss, you sing so beautifully!"
Lai Manling is really not trying to flatter.
She really felt like she was listening to a very high-quality soundtrack.
"fine."
Qi Sheng smiled and tried to make small talk.
"Are you renting with someone now?"
"Yes, that neighborhood is pretty good. I live in the second bedroom. The rent is 2,500 yuan per month, and the water and electricity bills are shared equally."
"The lady I share the apartment with is pretty nice."
When Lai Manling heard Qi Sheng care about her life, she couldn't help but share it excitedly.
Qi Sheng smiled and nodded, "Is the salary for your current secretary position okay?"
"Yeah, the base salary is 10,000, and it's 15 days of salary. I'm very satisfied!"
Lai Manling was indeed very content, at least it was enough for her expenses.
Five insurances and one fund, plus two days off a week, a basic salary of 10,000 yuan per month, and a three-month year-end bonus.
What more do you want from a bike?
"Then keep working hard, there will be opportunities for promotion and salary increase waiting for you."
Qi Sheng subconsciously painted a big picture for Lai Manling.
Thinking of the other person's peculiarities, he couldn't help but smile and shake his head.
"Bad bosses will cheat us hard-working workers."
Lai Manling complained in a low voice.
She would never say out loud what she really thought.
When we arrived at Chunxi Road subway station, it was still crowded even though it was already past nine o'clock.
"Boss, you haven't even activated the subway code?"
Lai Manling was very shocked, but also somewhat understanding.
Qi Sheng, who owns many luxury cars and bodyguards.
It seems that there is really no need for the subway as a means of transportation.
“I haven’t taken the subway for a long time.”
Qi Sheng smiled, activated the subway code skillfully, and then scanned it at the gate.
"I really miss the life of a social animal after such a long time."
Qi Sheng looked at the workers who were hurrying around, each of them looking exhausted.
Few people are happy and cheerful, as they are all busy trying to make a living.
"Boss, we are heading to Longquanyi, which is only four stops away."
Lai Manling led Qi Sheng to the underground very skillfully without even looking at the sign.
As the subway drove in, there were too many people.
Lai Manling was staggering when she suddenly felt her little hand being held.
"boss…"
Lai Manling was a little shy; this was her first time holding hands with a boy.
"There are too many people. I'm afraid you can't stand steadily."
Qi Sheng found an excuse for each of them.
Lai Manling just blushed but did not refute.
Don't expect to get a seat on the late-night subway.
With a height of 187cm, Qi Sheng easily grabbed the handrail.
Lai Manling is only 162cm tall, so she is too small to reach the handrail.
Because the subway started, I almost fell down.
"careful."
Qi Sheng put his arm around her waist, looking a little ambiguous.
A girl's waist is the most sensitive.
"Thank you, boss."
Lai Manling blushed and was too embarrassed to remind Qi Sheng.
After all, Qi Sheng also has good intentions.
The boss is so handsome, how could he want to take advantage of me?
In this way, Qi Sheng successfully held Lai Manling's slender waist.
"Please make way."
As we arrived at the station, people began to crowd towards the door.
Lai Manling instinctively snuggled into Qi Sheng's arms, and soon her face turned red again.
At this time, the distance between them.
They were only separated by the thin cloth of clothes.
Lai Manling could even feel the heat coming from Qi Sheng.
This made her already not very bright little brain start to become a little confused.
Even though there were fewer people at the next stop, she still stayed very close to Qi Sheng.
I never thought about leaving Qi Sheng's warm embrace.
"We have arrived at Dongda Road Station. Passengers who are getting off, please..."
It was not until the radio started that Lai Manling came to her senses.
It turns out that I stayed in the boss's arms for so long.
"Ahhh, this is so embarrassing!"
Lai Manling didn't even dare to look up at Qi Sheng.
My behavior just now was really too social.
"We've arrived. Let's go out."
Qi Sheng is used to girls being crazy about him.
The same goes for the three little ones.
Especially Du Xinxin and Tao Siyao, they are both obsessed with looks.
He often shows off how handsome he is to his girlfriends and classmates.
"Um…"
Lai Manling obediently held her bag with her right hand, and walked out of the car with Qi Sheng holding her left hand.
With a tacit understanding between the two, no one mentioned the fact that they were still holding hands.
This is the advanced stage of ambiguity between men and women.
You understand my ill intentions, and I understand your tactics of playing hard to get.
It only takes nine minutes to get to the community from the subway station.
Usually when Lai Manling walks alone, she feels that the journey is very long.
But today, I hardly felt the passage of time.
When she arrived at the gate of the community, Lai Manling was a little hesitant.
If I invite Qi Sheng to my home, will he misunderstand me as being too dissolute?
"It's so late, I'll drop you off downstairs before I leave."
Qi Sheng spoke before her and said it very considerately.
"Yeah, thank you, boss."
Lai Manling smiled very happily, revealing two very cute little canine teeth.
"By the way, if you have canine teeth, will it be uncomfortable to eat popsicles?"
Qi Sheng couldn't help but think about this philosophical question.
Holding Lai Manling's little hand, we walked into the community.
"Manling?"
When the two of them got downstairs, they happened to run into their female roommate who was coming downstairs to throw away the garbage.
"Meng Meng!"
Lai Manling was also surprised to see her female roommate, but she soon couldn't help feeling shy.
Because her and Qi Sheng's hands were still tightly clasped.
"he…"
Lai Manling suddenly didn't know how to introduce Qi Sheng's identity.
How could a boss be so intimate with a female employee?
"Hello handsome guy, I'm Manling's roommate Zhuang Xiaomeng, you can just call me Mengmeng."
The girl opposite is very pretty, much more pretty than Lai Manling.
[An S-level beauty has been detected. Please check her data! ]
Mr. Tong, who rarely shows up, rarely comes out to show his presence.
It can be seen how beautiful the girl in front of you is.
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