Chapter 436 Business Opening with Guests from All Directions
"Have you heard? It seems like the 'Eight Directions Visitors' business is reopening."
"Really? They drugged me last time, and they still dare to open the door?"
"The person who drugged the food has been caught, so let's just let this matter rest! Bafanglaike is a grand restaurant, it's not so easy to just close it down!"
"That's true, guests from all directions can't be compared to any small restaurant!"
Before the official opening ceremony could be announced, a crowd of onlookers had already gathered at the entrance.
The private rooms on the second floor of Xinglong Restaurant were full, but there were only a few tables of guests on the first floor, all preparing to observe the new movements of the visitors from all directions.
Zhu Chengye and Wan Qiqi had already arrived at the restaurant and were standing at the entrance of their own restaurant, looking across the street, seemingly watching the show as well.
"Qiqi, what do you think about this?" Zhu Chengye asked, his expression calm and showing no signs of anxiety.
"Reopening will likely have a significant impact on us, given their established foundation." Wan Qiqi wasn't surprised by this, but she felt that some people were really impatient.
She just received the news yesterday, and today the visitors from all directions have new developments.
Judging from their demeanor, it seems they want more than just to let the people know they've returned.
Just as the two were talking, the door to the guests from all directions was opened completely.
The uniformed men came out, two of them carrying bamboo poles with firecrackers hanging from them.
Immediately afterwards, the firecrackers were lit, making a "crackling" sound.
The sound of firecrackers drew even more onlookers.
The waiters at Xinglong Restaurant couldn't help but come over to take a look.
"They opened for business without even buying tables and chairs?" Erpang asked in astonishment.
He craned his neck, trying to see what was going on.
Unfortunately, the wall of people in front of him was too thick, and he wasn't very tall, so he couldn't see the movements of the visitors coming from all directions in front of the building.
Wan Qiqi sighed inwardly: What a silly child!
If nothing was prepared, why would red silk be hung up?
I'm afraid that the nights these past few days, with visitors from all directions moving things in the dark, have exhausted quite a few people.
The restaurant was renovated without everyone's knowledge, and then suddenly appeared in front of everyone on an auspicious day. It's unclear whether the intention was to give the people a surprise or to give Xinglong Restaurant a shock.
Wu Gousheng came out, glanced at the flagpole, and with Wan Qiqi's permission, climbed up to look across the river.
At the entrance of the Bafanglaike Restaurant, a middle-aged man dressed in fine clothes waved and smiled at the crowd.
"Gentlemen, I am Pei Shi'an, the owner of Bafang Laike. I am grateful for your patronage over the years, which has made Bafang Laike's business in Hefeng Town prosperous. I am also sorry that you have suffered and worked hard because of the restaurant manager's matter some time ago."
"With the approval of the government, businesses from all directions are allowed to reopen. This is the official document; you may all verify its authenticity." Pei Shi'an handed the document to his attendant, who then showed it to the people in the front row.
Then, he lowered his hands, put them behind his back, and with a smile on his lips, said, "Today, Bafanglaike reopens. To express our apologies, all expenses today will be 50% off!"
Although some people had some concerns because of what happened last time, they put all their concerns aside after hearing about the 50% discount.
Whether in modern times or ancient times, everyone is always taking advantage.
As Pei Shi'an announced the official opening, crowds flocked into Bafanglaike, fearing that they would miss out on a seat if they were even a moment late.
After watching the show, Wu Gousheng jumped down from the flagpole, dusted off his hands, and turned to ask, "Sister Qi, what do we do? All our business has been snatched away by the other side!"
He looked like he was waiting for Wan Qiqi's command to rush over and smash up the restaurant.
The waiters at Xinglong Restaurant couldn't help but sigh inwardly: Wu Gousheng is still the best!
"It's nothing!" Wan Qiqi said calmly.
Her answer caught the eye of the shopkeeper behind her, who couldn't help but wonder what good idea Manager Wan had.
On one side, Zhu Chengye stood with his arms crossed.
He looked at the restaurant across the street, his eyes showing no emotion.
These are the two shopkeepers who have always remained calm and composed.
They were completely robbed of their business, yet they remained calm and unperturbed, as if it had nothing to do with them.
Wan Qiqi turned her head to look at Zhu Chengye and said, "Brother Zhu, I'll go take a look."
Zhu Chengye nodded indifferently and let her go.
Wan Qiqi turned back to look at Wu Gousheng, signaling him to stay in the restaurant and not to go over there and cause trouble.
Wu Gousheng pouted, looking somewhat aggrieved, but dared not disobey Wan Qiqi and could only stand there.
After Wan Qiqi had taken a few steps, Zhu Chengye raised his chin and said, "What are you still standing there for? Follow me!"
Wu Gousheng hesitated for a moment, then smiled and said, "Okay!"
He told his subordinates that whatever Sister Qi said was law and they could not disobey her.
But he didn't know what kind of dangerous place was on the other side. If something happened to Sister Qi, he wouldn't be able to explain it to Chen Yongnian.
Besides, with Manager Zhu here to back us up, it shouldn't be a big deal if we disobey once in a while.
Thinking of this, he strode forward and followed behind Wan Qiqi.
As the owner of a restaurant catering to guests from all directions, Pei Shi'an had already noticed the row of people standing opposite the restaurant.
Seeing Wan Qiqi approaching, he immediately greeted her with a smile, "Manager Wan, it's been a long time! Xinglong Restaurant's business is booming, thanks in no small part to your management!"
“Boss Pei, what are you saying? How can it compare to the grandeur of guests from all directions? I’ve heard from my husband that Boss Pei’s restaurant is thriving in Yunhe County. Xinglong Restaurant is just a small restaurant; how can it compare to guests from all directions?” Wan Qiqi said with a smile.
She thought to herself: Just you wait, give me a year, and I'll not only catch up with you, I'll leave you far behind.
The two shopkeepers exchanged pleasantries and showed no sign of hostility, which surprised many people.
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