"Huh? I instructed you to do this? A test? What are you talking about?"
Chen Luo was completely baffled. What was going on here?
Zhou Zheng waved his hand: "That's not important. But the restaurant renovation is actually on track now. Just let Lao Yu and the others get on with it step by step."
"Now, junior, I'd like to share your thoughts on the restaurant industry with you."
Zhou Zheng squinted at Chen Luo. "You've already tested my quality; now it's my turn to test yours."
“I’ve always been interested in the restaurant industry, but I’ve never been able to shake off the traditional restaurant mindset. I can see from your restaurant that your thinking is very forward-thinking.”
"So, I'd like to know if there are any other project ideas that you can share besides this."
Upon hearing Zhou Zheng's question, Chen Luo thought to himself that this senior was already eyeing other things while having what he already had, thinking about the next project before the milk tea shop had even opened.
What happened in the catering industry in 2013?
Chen Luo pondered for a moment, then looked down and saw the yellow sandals on Liu Hua's feet.
I never realized before that Liu Hua's foot shape is quite beautiful. It's a bit of a shame to pair it with these sandals. If she wore high heels and white stockings, it would be a perfect match for another of my fetishes.
Hmm, let Wenwan try it next time. Her foot shape seems to be better.
Ah! No! What am I thinking? Isn't the yellow sandals the focus?
Yellow, yellow, donning a yellow robe!
Oh right! Magnesium just launched in November 2013! It's only September now, and they haven't launched yet!
The downstream food delivery market of the catering industry has not yet been explored. If we can enter the market now and then connect with my ACG (Anime, Comics, and Games) industry, we can seize market share even faster!
"Senior, I do have some ideas, but I'm afraid the amount of funding and technical expertise required to come up with them will be considerable."
Chen Luo had always felt that Zhou Zheng was not as simple as he seemed. After all, someone who could be trusted and recommended by Hongye was probably not from an ordinary family.
"Don't worry, just tell me, I'll think of a solution."
A glint of light flashed in Chen Luo's eyes. Could it be that he really had some amazing business plan?
"Hongye, record the conversation, take notes on the business negotiations."
Chen Luo glanced at Hongye, who immediately understood and took out a voice recorder and notebook.
His work habits from his previous life made him always take notes when negotiating business cooperation with others to prevent any disputes from arising later.
"Oh? It seems you really do have some earth-shattering plans. Come on, I'm all ears."
Zhou Zheng straightened his back, suppressed his smile, and looked at Chen Luo with a serious expression.
"Senior, do you think there are still any untapped markets in the catering industry?"
Regional cuisine? Downstream ingredients? Franchising?
Zhou Zheng tried to name a few, but Chen Luo just shook his head in response.
"Neither, it's takeout."
"Food delivery? Right now, food delivery is limited to individual ordering services operating independently. What untapped market could there be?"
Chen Luo smiled, took out his phone, and turned on the screen.
"Online food ordering services via smartphones—that's the next big trend!"
Next, Chen Luo gave a detailed introduction to the operational methods of Magnesium Group that he remembered from his previous life.
As a businessman who rose to prominence by riding the wave of trends in his previous life, Chen Luo had been involved in the industry trends of each year since 2005, and had even done some data analysis and research.
Recounting the success of the magnesium group in his previous life was a trivial matter for Chen Luo.
However, these were huge shocks to Zhou Zheng. As Chen Luo narrated, he calculated in his mind the maximum revenue that this operating method could bring.
But the more meticulously he calculated, the more terrifying it became. If what Chen Luo said was true, that he only needed to spend 30 million to take the lead in the online food delivery market in the entire province and then spread it to the entire south.
The profits would be astronomical, and if successful, the Zhou family would become another powerful conglomerate in the country in the shortest possible time.
Does this mean I've finally boarded Chen Luo and Wen Wan's invincible business chariot?
That's right! I've passed the test of the great god, and he's about to bestow upon me an incredible fortune!
"Phew!" After hearing all this, Zhou Zheng let out a long breath.
"So, senior, from your perspective, is this project feasible?"
Chen Luo took a sip of water and looked at Zhou Zheng with a smile. From his eyes, it was clear that Zhou Zheng was interested.
"Chen Luo, you truly are a top-notch business genius. This project is the best I've ever seen. I'm going to go for it. Tell me your terms."
Chen Luo smirked: "Alright, let's start with force and then talk things out. Even brothers should keep clear accounts."
“Throughout the project, a joint-stock company will be established, with me holding 51% of the shares and you holding 49%.”
“You will provide funding and data support, and I will provide operational ideas. If you agree to this cooperation plan, we can sign a contract immediately.”
To demand a 51% stake for just an operational idea sounds excessive.
However, Zhou Zheng, who was knowledgeable in the field, knew that this operational approach and subsequent development strategy were invaluable. Even if Chen Luo took 70%, let alone 51%, Zhou Zheng would still find it acceptable.
“Okay! I accept. I’ll have my lawyer draft the contract immediately, and we’ll sign the cooperation agreement tomorrow morning.”
"Great! It'll be a pleasure working with you." Chen Luo extended his hand to Zhou Zheng.
"It's a pleasure to cooperate with you!" Zhou Zheng gripped Chen Luo's hand tightly, a wry smile on his face.
"Chen Luo, there's something I don't know if I should say, but I feel uneasy if I don't say it."
"What?"
"Chen Luo, you're simply a business prodigy! Every idea you come up with is so amazing!"
"Hehe, you flatter me, senior."
"However, I must remind you, senior, that this magnesium cluster project must be completed before November, otherwise someone else will beat us to it. The technical capabilities must be in place."
“No problem. Just write down the general software requirements and ideas for me. I’ll have my sister Zhou Mei start working overtime tomorrow. She’s a top-notch technical talent.”
Chen Luo glanced at the milk tea shop. Although he had the Magnesium Group project, he still needed to take his first step steadily out into the market.
"Okay, we need to hurry up with the renovations here too. We'll open in four days."
...
That night, in Ningcheng, at Wenxiu's residence.
"Fifth Brother! What about the things I asked you to do? I can't take it anymore! That woman Wen Wan is insane! She's completely reckless!"
"Third Brother, I've already sent someone over. I'll definitely get back to you in the next couple of days. Don't worry, it's a small matter."
"Don't try anything funny! Otherwise, even if I die, you won't get away with it!"
The call was disconnected, and Wen Xiu's face showed a hint of annoyance.
"Someone, ask me if Liu Feng and Tang Xiwei have succeeded yet?"
"Young Master, we just received news that these two men have just been detained! Furthermore, Liu Feng's family is currently being targeted by snipers,"
"What! Who did this? Who's sabotaging my plans?"
"Hangzhou, Zhou family."
Upon hearing the name "Zhou family," Wen Xiu's eyes revealed a look of disdain.
"Has the Zhou family gone mad? They dare to go against me? Forget it! I'll deal with them later!"
"Send someone to bail Tang Xiwei out for me, and then dispatch an action team to work with Tang Xiwei to bring Chen Luo to me within three days!"
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