Jiang Xiaoli dropped a bombshell right off the bat: "Have you ever thought about opening a factory?"
"Open a factory?" Zong Jia's eyes lit up.
She nodded, "Yes, opening a food factory. Right now, whether it's my family or your place, it's just a small workshop producing spicy strips. At most, we can sell them in Xi'an City."
"If we open a factory, the whole country can be our market. Also, besides spicy strips, the other food recipes I told you about when we discussed franchising weren't just empty promises."
Zong Jiayu's expression became complicated. "Little Pear, the start-up capital for opening a factory is just a matter of time for you. You have money and formula, so why do you still want to cooperate with me?"
Jiang Xiaoli laughed, "Investing involves risks, and besides, I'm only one person; I can't conjure up a clone."
"You trust me that much? Aren't you afraid I'll kick you out once I make money?" Zong Jia leaned forward, getting closer to her.
She stuck out a finger, poked him on the forehead, and pushed him back. "Want to kick me out? You can try."
At this point, Jiang Xiaoli was no longer a 16-year-old high school girl, but a female boss who had worked her way up from the bottom and earned millions.
Zong Jia was pushed back into his chair, and a few seconds later he suddenly laughed, "Little Pear, I wouldn't do such a thing."
"So, are you interested in a food factory?" Jiang Xiaoli leaned back in her chair, crossing her legs.
“Count me in, but I can’t make decisions for Pumpkin and the others. They’re quite satisfied with their current business income.”
Starting a factory means a large investment, and he wasn't sure if his three brothers would be willing to take the risk with him.
"Of course, but let me make this clear beforehand: no matter how many of you there are, I will have absolute control of the food factory." She felt it was better to state the unpleasant truth upfront.
Zong Jiayu didn't hesitate at all, "No problem, that's reasonable."
Jiang Xiaoli then smiled broadly, "There's no rush to open a factory. We can do it after the New Year. Once you've finished dealing with the opening of these stores, you can go and take a look at factories. Ideally, you could acquire one that's about to go bankrupt."
"Little Pear, you've given me a really big schedule!" Zong Jiayu looked at her beaming smile and felt like the sky had cleared up.
"The capable should do more! You're a shareholder, it's only right that you contribute, don't complain!" Jiang Bapi immediately chimed in.
Pumpkin pushed open the door and saw the two of them chatting. "What are you two talking about hiding here? Come out and eat."
When the two of them came out, all the aunties in the courtyard had already left.
Zong Jia put his arm around Zhong Yuan's shoulder, "Is everything registered?"
Zhong Yuan sighed, "The registration is done, but the ones I've confirmed are all housekeepers. The store manager and cashiers will be applying this afternoon, so you'll have to make the decision."
He patted Zhong Yuan on the shoulder, "It's alright, leave it to me."
For lunch, Pumpkin ordered stir-fried dishes from outside. Everyone kept piling food onto Jiang Xiaoli's plate. "I really can't eat anymore, you guys eat quickly, my stomach is going to burst!"
Dafu, who came over for a free meal, said with a smile, "Little Pear, Brother Zong said you want to grow taller, so you'd better eat more, otherwise you won't grow tall."
She gave Zong Jiayu an accusing look, but Zong Jiayu just shrugged and said, "My godmother told me."
Alright, I guess he has connections on the inside!
In the afternoon, Jiang Xiaoli and Zong Jia went to interview with the two of them to apply for the positions of store manager and cashier.
She even spotted a familiar face among the interviewees waving at her.
She greeted Zong Jiayu and went to the back, "Chen Jing, what brings you here?"
Chen Jing pointed at the girl next to her, "I came with my cousin to apply for a cashier job, what are you doing here?"
Jiang Xiaoli blinked. "Guizhi from 'Guizhi Steamed Bun Shop' is my mom."
Chen Jing and the girl next to her were both astonished, their mouths agape. "No wonder you recognized these steamed buns from this shop at a glance that day!"
She smiled and nodded. "Yes."
Chen Jing's cousin was a little reserved. "You were interviewing employees, weren't you? We'll just wait in line here and won't bother you."
Chen Jing quickly nodded, "Yes, yes, Jiang Xiaoli, you go ahead and get busy."
Returning to Zong Jia's side, he asked, "Someone you know?"
She nodded slightly. "Yes, my classmate's cousin is applying for a cashier job. It's fine, just follow the normal procedure."
The person being interviewed is a man who is about 28 or 29 years old. Zong Jia asked him a few questions, which he answered very well.
Jiang Xiaoli couldn't help but feel that this person looked familiar. She held her forehead and thought for a long time. It wasn't until he finished the interview and left that she saw the name on the registration form and remembered him.
This person's name is Zhao You, and he was the manager of a restaurant where her mother worked in her previous life.
It was because of this person that Li Guizhi often emphasized to Jiang Xiaoli that girls should protect themselves when they are in a relationship.
Zhao You, taking advantage of his position as restaurant manager, was dating several female waitresses at the same time, getting two of them pregnant.
When the last few girls discovered he was juggling multiple relationships and confronted him, he actually claimed that these girls were vain and that they were the ones throwing themselves at him!
Thinking of this, Jiang Xiaoli gritted her teeth. This kind of scum dared to apply for the store manager position? He's dreaming!
Zong Jiayu sensed that something was wrong with her. After interviewing a cashier, he asked with concern, "Little Pear, what's wrong?"
Jiang Xiaoli took the register directly and drew a big X over Zhao You's name, saying, "This person cannot be used."
"Okay." Although Zong Jiayu thought Zhao You's speech and responses were quite good, he agreed without hesitation when he heard Jiang Xiaoli's words.
"It's okay, let's continue the interviews." Jiang Xiaoli called the next person for him.
After interviewing three more people, it was Chen Jing's cousin's turn.
She introduced herself, "My name is Han Xue. I graduated from high school. I'm good at math. Besides being a cashier, I can also do accounting."
Zong Jia asked, "You graduated from high school and should be able to find a better job, so why did you choose to be a cashier?"
Han Xue pursed her lips. "Because of you."
Jiang Xiaoli thought to herself, "Wow!" and sat up straight. Had she finally gotten some gossip?
"Cough cough." Zong Jia was so shocked by her answer that he almost spat out the water he had just drunk. "What did you say?"
Seeing that he had misunderstood, Han Xue quickly waved her hand, "No, no, I was too nervous and misspoke. What I meant was that you are the owner here. Actually, we are high school classmates. I am also a graduate of No. 1 High School this year. I have heard about your achievements for several years."
This steamed bun shop is so popular that opening a branch so quickly must mean they have a long-term plan. My grandpa always tells me that choice is more important than effort, and I think I should give it a try.
After hearing her explanation, Jiang Xiaoli and Zong Jiayu exchanged a glance, and she asked, "What if things don't go as planned here?"
Han Xue smiled and said, "That was my own choice. I'm still young and have many opportunities, but I don't think I made the wrong choice."
Jiang Xiaoli stood up with a smile, "Welcome to the team."
She felt that Han Xue was a person with very clear goals and good vision, and she liked such a sensible person.
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