Li Xi couldn't help but glance at Feng Monian a few more times; this master of Yinxian Manor was truly extraordinary.
He not only possesses strategic planning skills but also excellent interpersonal skills. I couldn't help but feel even more admiration for Feng Monian.
Meanwhile, in the kitchen of Spicy Hot Pot, Ling'er directed pot after pot of fragrant spicy hot pot to be cooked and served on the table.
The diners couldn't resist the tempting aroma and their mouths watered.
Chairman Wang was overjoyed to see such a lively scene.
She could almost see banknotes flying towards her, and she said happily, "Xiao Xi, this business is a sure thing!"
Li Xi, standing to the side, teased, "I didn't expect the president to be so good at business." "Of course, don't you know who I am!" President Wang laughed smugly.
As if thinking of something, Li Xi said in a deep voice, "I have to go out for a while, and the return date is uncertain."
Chairman Wang was stunned upon hearing this, and after a long while, he said, "Don't worry, your dividends have all been set aside for you. I can handle all of this. Besides, that kid Shen Xu is very capable and thoughtful."
Upon hearing this, tears welled up in Li Xi's eyes.
She turned away gently, wiping her eyes lightly with her sleeve, not wanting others to see her vulnerability.
Coming here and meeting these friends is her greatest fortune. Perhaps it is because heaven took pity on her unfulfilled ambitions in her previous life, and meeting them is the luckiest thing in this life.
Chairman Wang silently stepped forward and patted her on the back, saying, "Let's talk about it later." Then he turned and left.
Li Xi carefully observed the store's operations, and promptly noted down any problems she discovered.
Meanwhile, Shen Xu and the manager were exchanging experiences and tips on managing the store, and the two were having a pleasant conversation.
The steward is from Yinxian Manor. He works with other stewards to manage all the affairs of the manor and is a very shrewd and capable person.
"Young Master Shen is truly a promising young man. To have such vision and skill at such a young age, he is sure to have a bright future," the steward praised with a smile.
"You flatter me, sir. I was just doing what I was supposed to do," Shen Xu said modestly.
All the guests had left, and the accountant quickly began calculating the day's accounts.
The abacus clicked and clacked, its clear and melodious sound seeming to bring a perfect end to the day's busy work.
After finishing the calculations, the accountant hurriedly ran up to the conference hall on the third floor with the ledger in his arms, where everyone was waiting for him.
"Sit down." Feng Monian, who was sitting at the head of the table, gestured for him to sit down to the side.
The waiters, kitchen staff, manager, supervisors, and Li Xi's startup team all took their seats.
"You all performed well today, but there are still areas for improvement." Li Xi flipped through some key points from today's records.
She still had a warm smile on her face, but her words carried a hint of seriousness.
She looked around, her gaze lingering on each person's face for a moment, before continuing, "Our goal is to build a top-notch restaurant brand, which requires everyone's hard work and cooperation."
Today, I witnessed everyone's enthusiasm and drive, which is invaluable. However, we also identified some problems, such as insufficient communication and a lack of teamwork.
Li Xi picked up her teacup, took a small sip, and continued, "These problems may seem small, but they are stumbling blocks on our path forward. Only by solving these problems can we truly achieve success. Please feel free to share any suggestions you may have."
Upon hearing this, the manager nodded and said, "Young Master Li is absolutely right. We can make some optimizations to the service process, such as reducing customer waiting time and increasing the speed of serving dishes."
Ling'er also agreed: "I also think we should focus on innovation in our dishes and launch more dishes that suit the seasons and customers' tastes."
Shen Xu then thoughtfully suggested, "Why don't we try launching a membership system to offer regular customers some discounts and special services? This could increase customer loyalty." His idea was based on something Li Xi had said, which he then applied flexibly to other situations.
After a moment of contemplation, Chairman Wang said, "I think the store's environment can be improved, for example, by adding some decorations and improving the candlelight effect."
Li Xi listened to everyone's suggestions and was secretly pleased. She felt that although this small team was new to the game, everyone was full of enthusiasm and creativity.
She believed that as long as everyone worked together, the small shop would definitely thrive. Therefore, she concluded, "Very good! I think everyone's suggestions are very insightful. Does Master Feng have any suggestions?"
Li Xi looked at Feng Molin, who always planned and strategized for everything.
Feng Molin held the teacup between his thumb and forefinger, seemingly deep in thought, before finally saying, "You've all made good points. Let's do it that way."
The manager was surprised that the lord of the manor would come to the shop in person. Normally, he would simply give an order, and his subordinates would do everything they could to fulfill it. Could it be that the lord truly had feelings for Young Master Li…?
Finally, the shopkeeper added a few more minor details, and then everyone left.
Everyone was full of energy, and in just one day, they made a profit of more than a thousand taels of silver. The owner of the manor said there would be a bonus at the end of the quarter.
Li Xi and the others returned to Tingfeng Courtyard, washed up quickly, and went to bed. They were all exhausted after the day.
Shen Xu, in particular, moved about the shop, personally entertaining the dignitaries; he was adept at handling such situations. Upon returning to his villa, he lay down and fell asleep immediately.
Feng Molin smiled triumphantly when he saw his good brother. He needed to keep him busy talking to Li Xi every day so that he could keep him occupied.
He picked up the wine jug on the table, took a small sip, and then slowly walked out of the room.
In the courtyard, the moonlight spilled onto the ground like water, and the silvery glow added a touch of mystery to the tranquil night.
Feng Molin looked up at the sky, a smile playing on his lips, and then walked toward Li Xi's room.
He knocked lightly on the door, a sound so soft it was loud enough for the person inside to hear.
"Who?" Li Xi's voice was somewhat languid, clearly indicating that she had just fallen asleep.
“It’s me, Feng Molin,” Feng Molin replied.
The door opened, and Li Xi appeared in the doorway, her eyes filled with a hint of confusion. "Is there something you need?"
Feng Molin smiled and said, "There's something I forgot to tell you. There's a small lake behind the mountain, and there's a kind of fish in the lake called 'Moonlight Fish.' Every time the moon is full, they float to the surface and shimmer with silver light."
Li Xi's eyes lit up. "Really? Let's go take a look."
"Now?" Feng Molin raised an eyebrow. "It's almost dawn. How about we go tomorrow night when the moon is full?"
Li Xi nodded. "Okay, let's go together tomorrow night."
Feng Molin smiled and turned to leave, secretly pleased with himself.
He had long known that Li Xi had a strong interest in novel things, and he found an opportunity to spend time alone with her.
Back in his room, Feng Molin lay on the bed, closed his eyes, and soon fell asleep.
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