Chapter 723
While Su Miao was running around for Ru kiln porcelain, the decoration of "Su Ji" was in full swing.
Although the weather has cooled down, Foreman Tian and the workers still sweat every day due to the high-intensity work.
Every time the old customers come to eat, they will curiously look to the side to see the new venue.
Originally, Su Miao didn't want to make public the fact that she donated money for the return of national treasures.
But according to the instructions from above, she should be praised as a model, so she said to Director Zhang:
"Director Zhang, if you really want to report it, can you please report our store? The donation was made in the name of Su Ji. Otherwise, if a college student like me donates so much money, people might even say it's fake, hehe."
"You're quite clever, even thinking of advertising your own business. Okay, I'll go say hello.
Anyway, the main thing is to praise the spirit of selfless dedication. Whether it is an individual or a company is not that important.
If you don't want to disclose the specific amount, that's fine too. We'll let the reporter know when the time comes. Anyway, this report has to be submitted to various levels of review."
"Okay, then please tell us that it would be best if you could not specify the specific amount."
After the matter was settled, arrangements were made quickly. The reporter called the store directly and made an appointment with Su Yuanzheng for an interview on the weekend because Su Miao was only at home on weekends.
The autumn sun slanted into the new store of "Su Ji" which was under renovation, and tiny sawdust and dust floated in the air.
Foreman Tian is assembling a new counter, and the decoration of the store here is nearing completion.
After the renovation is completed, the business there will be moved over, and the old venue will be renovated and expanded immediately. Time is tight, so he dare not slack off at all.
Su Yuanzheng walked in carrying a thermos and a stack of cups, with wisps of hot steam coming out of the spout of the kettle.
"Everyone has worked hard, have some tea and take a break."
Foreman Tian wiped his sweat and took the teacup:
"Boss Su, look at this counter. It's made of the old elm wood you chose. It's strong and durable. After brushing it with tung oil three times, it's guaranteed to be shiny and moist to the touch. It should last for 20 to 30 years without any problem."
Su Yuanzheng stretched out his hand and gently brushed his fingertips across the natural grain of the wood. The grain was like the undulating mountains and the winding streams, carrying the warmth of time.
He sincerely admired: "The counter is the face of a store. Foreman Tian, your carpentry is excellent. I thought I had to order it custom-made, but I didn't expect you to be able to do it so well.
I used to do some carpentry at home, but it was all very simple, not as sophisticated as yours. There are even carvings here. You really are a versatile person."
"Oh! It's nothing. In the past, people weren't used to hiring renovation teams to do the work. In order to get the job, I specially apprenticed to a master to learn carpentry. These are free, no extra money required. That's how I was able to build up the team."
Su Miao also went into the store and took a look around. She was holding a magazine in her hand, and the page she opened had a long table with a novel shape.
"Master Tian, can this corner be made into a curved shape? It won't be easily bumped and will have a more design-oriented feel."
Foreman Tian squinted his eyes and took a look. He said, "No problem, Boss Su. I'll polish it again and cut off the sharp corners."
"Okay! Thank you for your hard work, Master Tian!"
Su Miao smiled with her eyes curved. A young man jokingly said:
"Boss Su, are you going to reopen the shop after the renovations are finished? Can we come and have a grand opening discount?"
"Of course!" Su Miao agreed readily. "I'll treat everyone to a meal and reserve the best seats for you."
Su Miao's words drew a round of cheers, and at this moment, a white van stopped at the door of "Su Ji".
A female reporter with a ponytail, in her early thirties, jumped out of the car nimbly, followed by a young man carrying a camera, and the two walked straight into the store.
After a while, An Yue, who was already the service team leader, ran over:
"Boss, little boss, two reporters are here! They brought cameras with them."
Su Miao had already told the store staff about the interview in advance, so everyone came to the store very early today.
He cleaned the house inside and out very well, and also kept his personal image very neat.
Su Miao and his father both wore formal clothes today. When they heard that the reporters were coming, they hurried back to the store.
As soon as I walked out the door, I saw the female reporter standing at the door, looking up at the wooden sign of "Su Ji".
The signboard is a traditional carving, but there is a novel little flag with the trademark painted on it hanging outside the door, which is really interesting.
"Hello, are you Reporter Lin?" Su Miao asked. She was wearing a moon-white coat today with a small magnolia brooch pinned to her collar, which made her already pretty face look even more elegant.
Reporter Lin turned around and smiled professionally:
"Hello, I'm Lin Xiao, a reporter for the Chaoxia Daily, and this is Chen Guocong, our photojournalist."
"Hello, I'm Su Miao, and this is my father, the owner of Su Ji."
After both parties get to know each other and shake hands, the formal interview will begin.
Lin Xiao looked at the restaurant, which was not crowded with diners, and said, "Is it convenient for us to conduct an interview in the store? We want to shoot some footage and also want to see how the business is doing on a daily basis."
"Of course, this way please."
Su Miao and Su Yuan were sitting near the window with two reporters. An Yue was considerate enough to make some tea for them.
Lin Xiao took out his notebook and quickly got to work:
"Boss Su, can you tell me why you chose to donate to support the return of national treasures? As far as I know, it's a considerable amount, and you haven't asked the organization to award any honors."
Su Yuanzheng looked at his daughter and replied:
"This is mainly my daughter's wish. She went to university and her horizons have broadened. She knows how important these cultural relics are to the country, so she hopes to contribute to the return of cultural relics within her ability."
Su Miao took over the conversation: "Reporter Lin, in fact, most of the funds are provided by the government, and our donation only accounts for a small part, just to show our gratitude.
I majored in history and I know that these cultural relics lost overseas carry the cultural memory of our nation."
Lin Xiao's pen scratched on the paper. "Can you tell me the exact amount?"
"Well..." Su Miao glanced at his father and said, "We've agreed with the leadership that the amount won't be made public."
"I understand." Lin Xiao nodded and asked, "Then this money comes from the restaurant's profits?"
Su Yuan was just about to speak when there was a commotion at the door.
It turned out that some old customers had heard that there was a reporter interviewing and came to watch the fun. There were also a few old neighbors who were carrying vegetable baskets and leaning against the door frame to peek inside.
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