Lin Qingyu began to greet the others. The chef had already prepared the ingredients, and there were sure that someone would be coming to eat today.
She had already tried it, and the chef's skills were pretty good.
Lin Qingyu only met the chef in person on the day of the interview. The man had a buzz cut and his demeanor was somewhat similar to that of Gu Shi from before.
Gu Shi felt awkward about this for an entire afternoon.
Fortunately, Lin Qingyu calmed him down in time, and he agreed to have someone come and cook.
Because the restaurant was quite large, Lin Qingyu hired a total of two chefs, one of whom was introduced by Xiao Li.
Xiao Li is the chef, named Li Jun, 22 years old, and also a retired soldier.
The chefs he was introduced to were his former colleagues, and both of them were quite skilled. Lin Qingyu hired them on the spot.
The salary was thirty yuan a month, without any other benefits.
The salary was considered quite good at the time, and Xiao Li readily signed the contract.
The other chef was named Wang Zhihao, and he was only twenty years old.
Before long, the friends who came to celebrate the opening started ordering food.
The first table of guests ordered several signature dishes: Kung Pao Chicken, Shredded Pork in Sweet Bean Sauce, Stir-fried Pork Kidney, and Governor's Tofu.
These are some pretty fancy dishes, and these friends really came to show their support.
The other guests weren't so extravagant; they ordered mostly home-style dishes that were more economical and affordable.
While we were eating at the restaurant, firecrackers went off outside again.
"The Jade Hotel is now open! Congratulations on your grand opening!"
Someone made a special announcement, and now the business is officially open for business.
When the guests who came to congratulate her were about to leave, Lin Qingyu gave them each a gift and asked about their experience.
"The food tastes good, but there are a lot of people today, so we're a bit overwhelmed!"
"It's economical and affordable, and you can eat it even without food coupons, so I think it's pretty good!"
"I really like the ambiance, and the food is delicious too. I'll definitely bring my friends next time!"
Lin Qingyu received a string of positive reviews and was overjoyed.
Only when Jiang Lili was leaving did she say somewhat awkwardly, "Qingyu, let me tell you the truth, you might not like it!"
Lin Qingyu replied good-naturedly, "It's alright, go ahead and say it, sister-in-law."
"It's because your business is doing well that you should hire a few more waiters to serve and take orders. Otherwise, I don't think your brother will be able to handle everything today!"
Lin Qingyu nodded hurriedly: "That's true, but maybe business is just good today! We'll see later."
"You have to have confidence! Sister Qingyu, I think you and your husband are both capable, able to run such a big restaurant!"
Lin Qingyu remained calm inside, but smiled and replied, "Alright, alright, thank you for your kind words. Next time you come, just bring me a dish and mention my name."
Jiang Lili waved her hand and said, "I'm not trying to take advantage of you, I'm just reminding you. You go ahead and do your work! I'm leaving now, I'll come again next time!"
Nothing went wrong the next day, and the restaurant also sold dumplings and steamed buns at reasonable prices, with discounts for the first three days after opening.
Business is pretty good because of its good location.
By 8 p.m., business had almost stopped, and the two chefs said goodbye and prepared to go home.
Lin Qingyu gave each person a red envelope containing two yuan.
After closing the door, Lin Qingyu helped Lin Weidong tidy up and gave him a red envelope.
"Sister, please don't give it to me. We're all family."
Lin Qingyu pushed it to him, saying, "We should give it to our own people. Besides, you've been admitted to university. You'll spend money everywhere."
"Why would I let you help me for free? You got one too, Xiao Bao."
Zhao Xiaobao ran over as soon as he got out of school. No one was home, so he had to come over for dinner.
He was wiping the table for Lin Qingyu at that moment.
He wiped his hands and said with a grin, "Thank you, Auntie. I'll come help you every day from now on!"
"You little rascal, you won't get that much money later! I'd be losing money if I gave it to you every day!"
Lin Qingyu tapped Zhao Xiaobao's head and said in an annoyed tone.
"Haha! Just kidding, Auntie, I'm going back to wiping the table!"
After the three of them had finished getting ready, Gu Shi drove over to pick them up.
You must be exhausted today!
Gu Shi asked with concern, explaining that he had something to do at his factory and had to leave early, even missing the opening ceremony with firecrackers.
"It's alright, I think we can hold on. Is everything alright at your factory?"
"It's nothing, just another machine malfunctioned. You've had a long day!"
Lin Qingyu stretched and slumped in her chair.
"You work so hard! You're busy all day long, I can't help you with that."
Gu Shi switched hands to drive, and with his other hand, he reached over from the seat and touched Lin Qingyu's small hand.
"Drive properly, what are you doing!"
Because the front seats were connected at that time, the two bystanders in the back didn't see anything, but they could tell from Lin Qingyu's tone.
"Uncle, please drive carefully! I'm worried we won't make it home safely!"
Zhao Xiaobao is braver.
Gu Shi awkwardly withdrew his hand, only then remembering that there were two "outsiders" behind him.
Lin Qingyu chuckled dryly, her ears immediately turning red. Luckily, it was late at night and no one could see, otherwise she would have wanted to find a crack in the ground to crawl into.
After finally arriving home, Lin Qingyu went straight into the bedroom and refused to come out.
Gu Shi turned around and stared at Zhao Xiaobao. He immediately stood up straight, and even Lin Weidong didn't dare to move.
"Don't make a sound when you shouldn't."
After saying that, Gu Shi went back into the house, leaving the two of them standing there looking at each other.
Zhao Xiaobao said, "Brother, do you think I said something wrong just now?"
I think I'm right!
The two of them call each other brothers in private and don't see anything wrong with it.
Zhao Xiaobao shook his head at his aunt and uncle's house. "Sigh! I'd better talk less in the future!"
Lin Weidong found it amusing, but remained outwardly calm, urging the person to go back inside.
In Lin Qingyu's bed.
"Put your head out, or you'll get dizzy from all the stuffiness!"
Gu Shi tugged at Lin Qingyu's blanket, but couldn't budge it.
Are you coming out?
Gu Shi pulled on the blanket and felt the force on the other end of the blanket.
Lin Qingyu's buzzing voice came from under the covers, "I'm going to sleep, this is so embarrassing!"
She hid under the covers, waiting for Gu Shi's response, but when the covers loosened, he was gone.
Peeking out from under the covers, Lin Qingyu noticed that Gu Shi was standing by the bed.
"Why are you so quiet? I thought you left!"
Gu Shi laughed and said, "How could I possibly leave? Are you even going to let me into bed with you?"
Lin Qingyu lay down irritably, "Hmph!"
"I'm going to wash my face, I'm dirty!"
Gu Shi always made sure to clean himself up before going to bed, showing great self-discipline.
Although Lin Qingyu took off her coat, she still felt that she smelled bad, so she got out of bed and washed up with Gu Shi.
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