Chapter 407 A Blessing in Disguise
"In this way, a lot of money was lost, and all of it fell into the pocket of Shopkeeper Zhu."
"I also heard that Shopkeeper Zhu has been doing this for a long time. Because Chengji is well-known, many people trust Chengji's reputation. Moreover, spices are mixed in, so it is difficult to detect. Therefore, many merchants and customers have never noticed it. Until a few days ago, this matter was discovered by Shopkeeper Cheng, and Shopkeeper Zhu's crime was exposed."
"Manager Cheng must have been dealing with this matter these days."
"I see." Zhuang Qingning heard what Zhuang Yutian said and then learned about Cheng's Spice Shop. Then he frowned again, "But even if Manager Cheng knows about this and punishes Manager Zhu, I'm afraid that Manager Zhu's move will have a bad impact on Cheng's. The reputation of Cheng's Spice Shop will also suffer a great loss."
"Yes." Zhuang Yutian nodded and said, "But I heard that Shopkeeper Cheng has already spread the word that all the merchants who bought goods from Cheng's Spice Shop during this period of time, and the individual customers who bought things, can compensate for the corresponding losses based on the account balance when they purchased the spices at that time."
"At this time, many merchants have come to the store to ask for money. Cheng's spice shop is quite busy. Manager Cheng has been busy these days, probably because of this matter."
"This shopkeeper Cheng is honest and trustworthy."
Zhuang Qingning smiled, "However, Manager Cheng's move has saved Cheng's spice shop."
Zhuang Yutian thought for a while and nodded in approval, "That's right. Many of these merchants, Chengji's regular customers, may not be unaware that the spices are inferior, but because of Chengji's reputation, they don't want to cause too much trouble, so they just think they were wrong and admit their mistake."
"But he admitted defeat this time. He is not stupid. Now that he knows the situation here, he will not come here again next time. So even though no one came here to cause trouble, it cannot be said that Chengji's business is not affected."
"Even if Manager Cheng dealt with Manager Zhu, others would not believe that the next manager would be able to do a good job. They would also speculate that this might be a scapegoat that Cheng Ji just found."
"But Manager Cheng is making such a big fuss about compensating everyone for their losses. This seemingly large amount of compensation will make everyone think that Cheng Ji is honest and trustworthy in doing business and will not cheat people. People who have never done business with Cheng Ji have a good impression of it. And those who have been cheated by Manager Zhu will think more highly of Cheng Ji after hearing about this, and will increasingly believe that Cheng Ji is a kind and trustworthy businessman who can do long-term business with them."
"I'm afraid that after this incident, Cheng's spice shop's business will immediately become extremely prosperous, and the money earned will be much more than the money lost."
"This is called 'A blessing in disguise.' However, how to avoid loss also depends on one's courage and means." Zhuang Qingning said with a faint smile.
I have to say, the Cheng family has been doing business for generations. They have been able to make their business so big and so good, and have passed it down for so many generations. They must have something extraordinary.
He is skillful, decisive and wise. He is indeed very powerful in the business world.
but……
"Since Chengji has something like this going on right now, I guess Manager Cheng is really busy. I'm afraid he can't wait for me today. When Fang Hou comes over later, I'll go back early."
As for the mission, she would think of other ways.
"Yeah." Zhuang Yutian smiled, "But even if you go back early, you should at least have lunch before leaving. There's lamb chops stewed in Hanfeng Building these days. It tastes really good. Buy a pot, eat the meat with big mouthfuls, and drink the soup with big bowls. It's fresh and delicious."
"I know Uncle Yutian's good intentions, but I really can't stay here for lunch this afternoon." Zhuang Qingning mentioned this with a bitter smile on his face, "I have to rush to Ruyi Pavilion in town at noon."
I have been busy these days and have not had time to look for Zhang Yongchang for a meal, so Zhang Yongchang immediately became unhappy.
He got angry and acted like a child, and started to quarrel with Zhuang Qingning.
It was not until Zhuang Qingning agreed to go to Ruyi Pavilion to drink mutton soup at noon that Zhang Yongchang calmed down. However, he also made an agreement with Zhuang Qingning that he must keep his word at noon. If not, the matter would not be over.
So Zhuang Qingning felt that no matter what, he could only go to Ruyi Pavilion for lunch.
Zhuang Yutian also knew that Zhuang Qingning and Zhang Yongchang had a very good relationship. When he heard her say that she was going to Ruyi Pavilion, he understood what was going on and laughed, "If that's the case, then I won't keep you here."
"Don't keep them, or else something bad will happen." Zhuang Qingning sighed quietly, "By the way, the three Hu brothers, thank Uncle Yutian for his help. I was busy recently and didn't thank Uncle Yutian properly."
"Let's not be so polite. Isn't it troublesome to thank each other all the time?"
Zhuang Yutian smiled and said, "Isn't this a piece of cake?"
"I heard that Manager Lu arranged for the three Hu brothers to go west to transport goods in such a short period of time. This round trip will take more than three months. I'm afraid it will be the beginning of the twelfth lunar month when they return."
"Oh, by the way, I've heard Shopkeeper Lu praise these three brothers, saying that shipping goods to the west is the hardest and most tiring job. Many people have been shipping goods for a long time and have made a lot of money, so they can't bear this hard work. But these three brothers agreed without hesitation, and said that it doesn't matter how much money they make for the first time, they just want to try to gain some experience first, so that they won't embarrass Shopkeeper Lu."
"These days, there aren't many people who can work steadily. Shopkeeper Lu was also very happy. He just asked me where I found such a good employee, and even said that he would treat me to a meal when he had time, as a way of expressing his gratitude to me."
"I did a really good job in this matter. I didn't need any favors, and I got the upper hand on both sides. It was a really good job. Ning girl, if there are good things like this in the future, please tell me more and I will get more benefits."
Zhuang Qingning was amused by Zhuang Yutian's joke and her eyes curved into crescents.
When the three Hu brothers decided to work for Manager Lu, they went to find Zhuang Qingning and expressed their gratitude. Zhuang Qingning told them to keep their gratitude to themselves for now, and when they could really do their job well, stay with Manager Lu for a long time, and earn money, it would not be too late to thank her later.
After all, he only did a matchmaking job, and he didn't know whether the job would be suitable for him in the future. Zhuang Qingning felt that it was not appropriate to take on so much responsibility.
Now that the three Hu brothers are doing well and are quite appreciated, she is completely relieved.
Zhuang Qingning was chatting and laughing with Zhuang Yutian when Fang Hou hurried to the cloth shop.
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