12dz Chapter 331 Competition
Chapter 331 Competition
Manager Su's face suddenly darkened, and a flash of anger appeared in his eyes.
"It's obvious that he's targeting me, but you've all suffered because of me. Now that I have evidence, I won't let this go so easily."
In a short moment, Manager Su had already made up his mind. Since Qianxiulou was unjust, then he wouldn't be so ruthless.
Since they are openly and secretly vying for business, his Wanhelou might as well join the fray and see who can't withstand the pressure.
Originally, he only wanted to run the restaurant well, open some shops, and accumulate some assets. He never thought of competing with other restaurants and shops. Now he has realized that in the business world, one has no choice but to compete.
"Chen Sheng is just the manager of Qianxiulou. He killed someone and dared to frame our pig trotter shop. That means the manager of Qianxiulou intends to compete with us. I just don't know if the manager knows about Chen Sheng's murder and framing of the pig trotter shop."
"Regardless, I won't turn a blind eye and pretend this never happened. You just wait and see. I'll think of a way to get the restaurant to do some promotions, like the buy-one-get-one-free offer we had when our pig's trotter shop first opened, to attract more customers. If Qianxiulou's business is so bad that it can't hold on, we'll take over Qianxiulou, and maybe then our pig's trotter shop can expand."
Everyone's eyes lit up. They all thought this was a good idea. Qianxiulou was about the same size as Wanhe Restaurant, and the two restaurants were on the same street. The customer flow was large, and the business was even better than on this street. The key was that the pig's trotter shop could be opened in Qianxiulou, which would immediately raise the level of the restaurant.
Although this pig trotter shop is already quite good, the storefront is a bit small, the backyard is not big either, and the area for braising pig trotters is rather cramped and simple.
If we could move the shop to Qianxiulou, the kitchen would be bigger, and we wouldn't have to make do when braising pig's trotters anymore. The shop would also be able to accommodate more customers who wanted to stay and eat.
Lin Qingchuan was kind-hearted, and he hesitated, saying, "Manager Su, it's really unethical for Qianxiulou to engage in malicious competition, but I feel that it's not quite right for us to deliberately ruin Qianxiulou?"
Shui Sheng added, "That's right. Besides, we only sell braised pig's trotters. If we were to go to Qianxiulou, the rent would definitely be very expensive, and we would earn less money. What if we didn't even earn enough to pay the rent? Wouldn't that be a huge loss?"
Manager Su paused, unsure how to respond appropriately.
Lin Qingchuan and his companions were all from simple farming families and were unaware of the ever-changing nature of the business world. If everyone was at peace, that would be fine, but if someone harbored malicious intentions and resorted to underhanded tactics to compete, then it would be impossible to remain unscathed.
"Brother Qingchuan, you don't need to feel guilty. You should know the saying that 'the tree may wish to be still, but the wind will not cease.' They have started, so it's normal for us to retaliate."
Besides, we don't use despicable means, we don't frame or poison anyone, we're just offering some discounts to attract customers. If they can't resist, that's their problem, it has nothing to do with us. Even if they take this to the authorities, we won't be in the wrong.
Lin Qingchuan nodded, agreeing with what Manager Su said.
This time, Qianxiulou framed someone once; who knows if they won't do it again?
Even if you're willing to pretend nothing happened, who knows if the people in Qianxiulou will continue to make moves?
So, if Manager Su wants to bring down Qianxiulou, then he'll support him.
Lin Xiaotang answered Uncle Shuisheng's question, "Uncle Shuisheng, don't worry. As long as our pig's trotter shop can open at Qianxiulou, we'll have a bigger kitchen to serve more customers, and we can sell more dishes. I can research new dishes and guarantee that they will be unique in Dushui County."
What?
Can she even research new dishes?
Manager Su spoke first, "Xiao Tang, that's not fair of you. We've all been in this county for months, and you've managed to come up with a new dish, yet you're keeping it a secret. Your second uncle is heartbroken."
Lin Xiaotang smiled slightly and explained, "Second Uncle, we've been quite busy lately. The Lin's Pig Trotters Shop just opened, and my mother came to the county while pregnant. She gave birth not long after, and there are many things in the shop that need improvement."
Not long ago we went back to the countryside to buy medicinal herbs. I wish I had three heads and six arms to be in two places at once, how could I possibly have time to research new recipes?
Shopkeeper Su immediately beamed with joy. He feigned remorse and said, "Everyone is so busy, and Xiao Tang is working so hard at such a young age. It's all my fault. Why don't I know how to be considerate of Xiao Tang?"
Lin Xiaotang looked up at the refined and cultured Manager Su. He had a smile on his face, and his bright eyes were clear and clean. He spoke humorously, which made him seem very approachable.
The Lin family was fortunate to meet Manager Su, who provided them with the opportunity to supply braised pig's trotters. They were fortunate to have met a mentor, which enabled the whole family to live such a good life today.
Therefore, as long as Manager Su asks her for a favor with sincerity, she will definitely not refuse if it is within her power.
She smiled, revealing two dimples, and thought for a moment before saying, "Second Uncle, don't worry. Let's plan carefully how to get Wanhe Restaurant to offer discounts. As long as we do a good job with the promotions, we'll have a steady stream of customers. Why would we have to worry about not being able to take over Qianxiu Restaurant?"
"That's true."
If things go smoothly and Qianxiulou really goes out of business, she would be happy to take over Qianxiulou and turn it into her own restaurant.
At that time, she will focus on braised pig's trotters and make some unique dishes with modern elements. She will think about it carefully and try to combine the specialties of various regions. She will definitely be able to make a name for herself then.
This braised pig's trotters shop is a joint venture between her family and Manager Su. They plan to convert it into a restaurant, add more dishes, and if they can build a reputation and create their own brand, earning more money, Manager Su will also benefit.
This is a sure-fire deal, and he shouldn't be worried that Wanhe Restaurant's business will be affected.
"Second Uncle, if we can take over Qianxiulou and turn the pig's trotter shop into a restaurant, then I'll develop new dishes and open a restaurant different from Wanhe Restaurant. How about we make money together?"
She didn't care; when she developed new dishes, she wouldn't ask Manager Su for the value of the recipes in silver.
When the restaurant grows bigger and stronger, it may have some impact on Wanhe Restaurant. However, no matter which restaurant makes money, Manager Su will be the ultimate winner, and he will not lose out.
Manager Su thought Xiao Tang would agree to help him develop dishes and sell him the recipes directly. He didn't expect that she already had her own plans and wanted to turn the braised pig's trotters shop into a restaurant and develop dishes for the restaurant she was going to open together.
That's good, this way his Wanhe Restaurant and braised pig's trotters shop can both make money.
He started doing business out of hobby, and he didn't expect to get rich from a restaurant. If Xiaotang wanted to do it, he would go along with her and see how far they could go.
Xiao Tang is so young, yet she has such extraordinary business acumen. Such talent is simply unbelievable.
Xiaotang and her father used to say that she was their benefactor, but now it seems that it's not so clear who is whose benefactor.