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Chapter 218: Restaurant Opening
Chapter 218: Restaurant Opening
Beijing.
At a certain cafeteria of Peking University, over twenty members of the Guangxi Alumni Association were gathered for their final meal of the semester and to plan their trip back to Guangxi together.
Deng Yunheng, Song Yu, Liu Shangwen, Pang Feilong, and Lin Jianjun, all hailing from the Yulin region, sat at the same table.
"Yunheng, you didn't go back for the New Year during winter break. Now that it's summer vacation, are you planning to go home?"
The one asking was Liu Shangwen, the oldest among the five, who was already 26 years old. He, like Song Yu, was a third-year student and the only one among them who was married with a child, from Yulin County.
In this era, the Yulin region included Yulin County, Guixian, Guiping County, Pingnan County, Rong County, Beiliu County, Luchuan County, and Bobai County.
Yulin County was set to be upgraded to a city next year.
Deng Yunheng swallowed his food and smiled, "During winter break, the trains were packed, making the journey unbearable. That's why I didn't go back for the New Year. Now that it's summer, the trains should be less crowded. Besides, I haven't been home in almost a year, so I definitely plan to go back."
Song Yu recalled her winter train journey and shuddered, "The train was so crowded, it was a nightmare. Just to go to the restroom, it took me several minutes to push through one carriage. I really don't want to go through that again. This summer, I'm going back, and I won't go back for the New Year this time."
Pang Feilong, from Beiliu, laughed, "Last year's train ride home was tough. I'm a guy, and I almost couldn't handle it. Imagine how difficult it must have been for you, Song Yu. This summer, I'm going back, and I won't go back for the New Year either."
Lin Jianjun, from Rong County, added, "Then let's all go back together for the summer and stay here for the New Year. It'll be good to have company."
Deng Yunheng smiled, "Brother Jun, the rest of us are still single, so it's fine for us. But Brother Wen has a wife and kids. Whether it's summer or winter, he needs to go back and spend time with his family. He can't stay here like us."
Lin Jianjun slapped his forehead, "You're right, Yunheng. I forgot about that. Brother Wen does need to go back to his family."
Liu Shangwen swallowed his food and sighed, "We only have one year left. This time next year, Song Yu and I will be graduating!"
Song Yu took a bite of her steamed bun and nodded, "Yes, we only have one year left until graduation!"
Deng Yunheng sipped his soup and said, "After graduation, Brother Wen and Sister Song will start working, which is something to be excited about. As for me, I still have three more years to go!"
Lin Jianjun agreed, "Yunheng is right. We all can't wait to graduate so we can start working and earn our living."
Pang Feilong added, full of anticipation, "We are Peking University students. I wonder what kind of jobs we'll get after graduation. It's really exciting!"
Song Yu said, "Even ordinary vocational school graduates can get decent jobs these days. With the prestige of Peking University, as long as we have a bit of luck, we should all get great jobs!"
The topic of work had everyone's spirits soaring as they imagined their futures in the workforce.
Of course, this was a gathering for the Guangxi Alumni Association, and the five of them only chatted briefly before joining the larger group to discuss their plans for traveling home together.
In the end, out of the twenty-odd fellow villagers, seventeen expressed their intention to return home for the summer, while the remaining few decided not to go back for various reasons.
After finalizing the timing for their return, the group’s lunch gathering at the cafeteria drew to a close.
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On the 18th day of the fifth lunar month, the grand opening of the Shuifeng Restaurant in Baidu County was celebrated with great fanfare.
Deng Shirong chose this day for the opening primarily because it was a market day in Baidu County. Similar to the market days in Shuangwang, the market days in Baidu County were held on the 2nd, 5th, and 8th of each month. As a county market day, the number of people attending was far greater than those in the smaller townships, often exceeding forty thousand.
Taking advantage of the influx of people, Deng Shirong planned to maximize the impact of the restaurant’s opening by promoting it effectively.
Early in the morning, all the employees were in their positions. The eight young women and housewives, selected by Zhang Guoan to carry the advertisements and beat the copper gongs, arrived at the Shuifeng Restaurant well before the scheduled time.
On Deng Shirong’s side, all his children and grandchildren were present, except for his second son, who was still studying in the capital.
While Master Zhang Guofu and the restaurant staff were busy with the final preparations, Deng Shirong began to give detailed instructions to the nine temporary employees responsible for the promotion.
"Shortly, you will be leading the way by beating the copper gong. The eight of you will follow behind, each carrying an advertisement board. The route will start from here, heading down Xinglong Road, all the way to the crossroads in front of the county hospital. Then, you’ll turn towards Chengdong Road and continue through Dongwei Street."
Deng Shirong recounted the entire route to the temporary employees and then asked the gong beater, "Have you memorized the route?"
The gong beater, being a local, was very familiar with the county. He nodded confidently and replied, "Yes, boss. I’ve got it down and won’t make any mistakes."
Deng Shirong smiled and said, "Even if there’s a mistake, it’s not a big deal. As long as you cover the main streets a few times, your job is done. Also, control your walking speed. You can move faster in less crowded areas, but slow down in busy spots.
"Remember, the goal is to promote the restaurant and make as many people as possible aware of it. Got it?"
"Got it!"
"Good. Get everything ready and start the promotion at nine o’clock sharp."
"Yes, boss."
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At nine o'clock in the morning, the sound of firecrackers filled the air as the Shuifeng Restaurant, the largest and most capable in Baidu County, officially opened its doors!
As the firecrackers subsided, the sound of copper gongs began. A middle-aged man led the way, rhythmically beating his gong. Behind him, eight attractive women, some unmarried and others newlywed, followed, each carrying an advertisement board.
The boards displayed prominent text, clearly stating the restaurant’s name, address, and the special offer of a 20% discount for the first three days of operation.
The procession left the Shuifeng Restaurant, walking down Xinglong Road one by one, immediately drawing the attention of passersby.
(End of Chapter)
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