Chapter 105: Opening for Business

TL: Etude

“Girl, I have something to tell you!”

In the kitchen, where she was busy cooking, Xue Chunli saw Lin Wanqiu returning and immediately waved her over.

Nowadays, with Chen Jianghai and the others busy in the warehouse, the cooking had mostly fallen to her. Lin Wanqiu only needed to come back to pick up the meals.

“Mom, what’s up?”

Lin Wanqiu walked in, prompted by her voice.

“Did you hear about the lottery event Jianghai is planning for his shop?” Xue Chunli asked, pulling Lin Wanqiu aside.

“Yes, I know about it,” Lin Wanqiu nodded.

“Do you know the prizes include TVs and recorders?” Xue Chunli continued.

“Yes, what about it?”

“You need to persuade Jianghai soon. Using TVs and radios as prizes will cost a fortune!” Xue Chunli expressed her worries. (bro this MC’s mother-in-law is kinda retarded)

“Yes, Wanqiu, running a business is about making money, not giving it away,” Lin Jianguo, who was gutting a fish nearby, chimed in.

“Girl, I know Jianghai is capable and can earn money, but he shouldn’t be so wasteful. I think you should advise against this lottery idea!” Xue Chunli suggested.

“Mom, Dad, don’t worry about it. Jianghai has already decided on this, and besides, it’s already been advertised. It can’t just be retracted,” Lin Wanqiu shook her head.

Initially, she too was perplexed, but after Chen Jianghai explained it to her, she began to appreciate her husband’s wisdom.

“Besides, these appliances were assembled by Jianghai himself, so the cost isn’t that high.”

“But even selling them would bring in several hundred!” Xue Chunli continued to fret.

“It’s okay, Mom. Jianghai won’t engage in a losing business. Just wait and see. By the way, is the meal ready? I need to deliver it to them quickly. They must be starving after working all morning.”

As she spoke, Lin Wanqiu quickly filled the lunch box with food.

“You’re just too stubborn to listen to advice!” Xue Chunli sighed in resignation, still worriedly muttering to herself.

…

September 3rd marked the start of school for Zhao Yuxi, leaving Zhao Changgui as the sole person at the warehouse.

Chen Jianghai arrived early at Pozijie Street, as today was the grand opening day of his repair shop.

Early in the morning, a crowd had already gathered at the door. The turnout wasn’t surprising.

After all, Chen Jianghai had started advertising a week ago, attracting those hoping for good luck and those just looking for entertainment.

Particularly, the signs placed at the entrance drew many passersby to stop and gawk. Initially, these bystanders hadn’t paid much attention to the content on the signs, but the gathering crowd piqued their curiosity.

Before long, the number of onlookers had grown, rivaling the hustle and bustle of a New Year’s celebration.

The message on the signs was simple: spend a certain amount in the shop and participate in a lottery.

The prizes were plentiful, with the top prize—a black-and-white television with lifetime warranty—drawing the most attention. Other prizes included recorders, radios, and various household items.

While the costs of these items weren’t high, they were enough to attract attention in this small county town, where the concept of buying and winning a prize was novel and unheard of.

“Is this prize for real?”

“I heard this shop belongs to Master Chen. He wouldn’t deceive us, right?”

“So it’s Master Chen’s shop. He’s a trustworthy man!”

“It’s easy to find out if it’s a scam or not. Just wait and see if anyone actually wins these prizes.”

“I’ve been wanting to get my TV fixed by Master Chen. Today’s the perfect day!”

“Hey, don’t push! Why are you huddling together? It’s September, and the autumn heat hasn’t even passed yet.”

…

Soon, it was 8:30 AM, half an hour before the opening.

Both Boss Jin and Li Detian appeared simultaneously, seemingly having arranged to arrive together.

“Little brother, wishing you prosperous business!” said Boss Jin.

“May your wealth flow in!” added Li Detian, both wearing broad smiles.

Chen Jianghai quickly bowed to them in gratitude: “Thank you, both of you!”

Their arrival sparked discussions among the familiar faces in the crowd.

“Isn’t that Boss Jin from the store over there?”

“And next to him is Boss Li. This shop is his, right?”

“Master Chen has quite the reputation! Even these big bosses have come!”

“So, does this mean the lottery is definitely real?”

“Don’t jump to conclusions yet. Let’s wait and see.”

…

“Brother Chen, this is a little something from me.”

Boss Jin presented a box with a smile and promptly opened it. Inside lay a golden Pixiu, symbolizing a wealth of financial resources.

Chen Jianghai gratefully accepted it: “Thank you, brother. You’re too kind!”

Li Detian then gestured to someone behind him: “Bring it over.”

Soon, several men carried over a wooden plaque covered with a red cloth, its inscription hidden.

Chen Jianghai smiled slightly, having guessed its purpose. Li Detian had previously inquired about the name of the shop, likely in preparation for this gift.

“Little brother, this is my gift to you. Why don’t you unveil it?” Li Detian suggested.

“Brother, you’ve really gone out of your way!” Chen Jianghai thanked him sincerely.

“Don’t mention it, just see if it’s to your liking,” Li Detian replied with a smile.

Without further delay, Chen Jianghai pulled off the red cloth. The golden characters “Qiu Hai Electrical Repairs” danced before everyone’s eyes.

“A small gesture, brother, don’t disdain it!” Li Detian laughed.

“Not at all!” Chen Jianghai replied, “Having both of you here is an honor for me, Chen Jianghai!”

“I’ll have someone hang it up for you,” Li Detian offered.

Chen Jianghai gladly agreed and warmly welcomed them inside.

The onlookers outside were even more impressed with Chen Jianghai. His acquaintance with these influential figures was a testament to his capabilities. The generous gifts from both also indicated a strong relationship between them.

Even those who initially harbored doubts were now eagerly awaiting the shop’s opening.

At 8:40 AM, the arrival of Brother Ma surprised everyone once again.

Compared to Boss Jin and Li Detian, Brother Ma was even more well-known.

“Brother Ma, welcome!” Chen Jianghai greeted enthusiastically.

Brother Ma smiled broadly and fist-bumped Chen Jianghai: “Jianghai, you’re doing great. Remember to look out for me in the future!”

“Don’t be like that, Brother Ma!” Chen Jianghai replied earnestly.

“Wishing you prosperous business!” Brother Ma said, presenting a congratulatory gift before following Chen Jianghai inside.

At 8:50 AM, the final guest invited by Chen Jianghai arrived.

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