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Ye Xiaohan was helping to manage the Dye House, and the Dye House Owner was not upset; he directly took over the procurement for the restaurant.
"Boss Ye, I can't boast about much, but in the capital, I still have some connections," the Dye House Owner said. "Your restaurant's renovation is nearly complete, so I think it's time to contact vendors and secure the necessary ingredients."
For a restaurant, the most important thing is the deliciousness of the food. And to make food tasty, the quality of the raw materials is undoubtedly crucial.
Ye Xiaohan had also been busy with procurement, but she was unfamiliar with the capital. The vendors already had established partnerships and were reluctant to cut ties with their stable collaborators for a suddenly appearing stranger.
"I've been anxious about this too," Ye Xiaohan sighed helplessly. "Only when you get down to business do you realize how difficult it is. I've scoured the major markets in the capital, but I've only managed to negotiate with a few."
The Dye House Owner waved his hand and said, "If Boss Ye doesn't mind, I can recommend myself. I have a few friends who know some vendors with ample supplies and fresh goods. I'll ask them for help and ensure you get a reasonable price."
Having someone act as a bridge would save a lot of trouble, which was certainly the best option.
Ye Xiaohan was overjoyed; what she lacked most at that moment was connections. The Dye House Owner's assistance felt like a timely rain for her.
"Thank you very much, Ye Xiaohan appreciates it," she said sincerely. "With fixed suppliers, I can guarantee a steady supply of goods and ensure the restaurant can accommodate guests."
The Dye House Owner laughed heartily. "I just came to thank you, and now you're thanking me! Boss Ye, let's not be polite; we have a long way to go in our cooperation!"
Ye Xiaohan smiled back. "Indeed! Let's wish for a pleasant collaboration and smooth sailing ahead!"
The Dye House Owner promised to contact vendors for Ye Xiaohan right away. He was being modest when he claimed he had connections; in reality, he had been in business for many years and had built good relationships with many people in the industry.
What was even more valuable was that while he was making introductions, he brought Ye Xiaohan along and introduced her to those friends and vendors. This way, Ye Xiaohan could directly contact these people next time without needing multiple introductions.
This generous gesture was indeed precious; Ye Xiaohan kept it in mind and became even more dedicated to the Dye House. Since others treated her as a friend, she would reciprocate with sincerity.
A month later, the first batch of Holly had sprouted new leaves, and the renovation of the restaurant was nearly complete, with only the final cleaning left to do.
"Sister-in-law, you should go rest. Xia Qing and I can handle it here," Liu Yang said, holding a cloth as he meticulously wiped down the two floors of the restaurant.
Nearby, a girl sweeping the floor looked up with a cheerful smile and chimed in, "That's right, Sister Ye! You just got back from the fishing port and must be exhausted. Go take a shower and rest well; I've got this!"
This lively girl was Xia Qing, the daughter of the Dye House Owner.
Previously, when Ye Xiaohan had discussed matters with the Dye House Owner, she had met Xia Qing several times and ended up being quite taken by her.
Especially after Ye Xiaohan successfully reduced the pollution from the Dye House significantly, Xia Qing regarded her as a role model, constantly mentioning Sister Ye and wanting to involve her in everything.
When Xia Qing learned that Ye Xiaohan's restaurant was still under renovation, she eagerly volunteered to help. The Dye House Owner had no choice but to agree after being worn down by her persistence. Fortunately, with Ye Xiaohan supervising, he felt reassured.
Ye Xiaohan shot Liu Yang a glance. "Xia Qing came to help out of goodwill, and you really put her to work! Is this how you treat guests?"
Liu Yang glanced at Xia Qing, who was happily cleaning away. He chuckled, "Sister-in-law, don’t be polite with her; she’s just waiting for you to give her more tasks!"
"Yes, yes!" Xia Qing exclaimed, holding her broom with enthusiasm as she looked at Ye Xiaohan. "Sister Ye, whatever you need, just tell me! I can do anything!"
Her vibrant demeanor made it hard not to smile back at her, lifting everyone's spirits.
Standing on the stairs while wiping the railing, Liu Yang heard Xia Qing's words and leaned over the banister to tease her. "Sister-in-law, look! She's like your little tail. If you tell her not to come, she'll be crying!"
"Who would cry? Stop talking nonsense!" Xia Qing placed one hand on her hip and pretended to scowl at Liu Yang while her eyes sparkled with joy.
"That's you!" Liu Yang pointed at Ye Xiaohan and said, "Sister-in-law, you didn't see it last time. Her dad wouldn't let her come, and she dropped her golden beans everywhere, wiping her tears and snot all over him. That's how he finally agreed!"
"Ah! No, no!" Xia Qing, exposed in front of her idol, felt her face flush with anger. She picked up a broom and chased Liu Yang around the building.
Liu Yang skillfully dodged while turning back to taunt Xia Qing, completely oblivious to the fact that he was being chased. Meanwhile, Xia Qing was out of breath, stopping to lean on her knees and gasp for air.
"Alright, stop messing around," Ye Xiaohan said as she watched the two children play. Suddenly, she felt like an elderly person watching over her grandchildren. She quickly shook off that terrifying thought; after all, she was still in the prime of her youth!
"Liu Yang, stop bullying Xia Qing. I've seen you do it several times; you just provoke her," Ye Xiaohan scolded Liu Yang, grabbing him and handing him over to Xia Qing. "It's really uncouth to bully a girl. Xia Qing is so adorable; you should get along with her."
Caught by Xia Qing and glaring fiercely at him, Liu Yang laughed and said, "I get along with her just fine. I know Xia Qing has a big heart; she wouldn't get mad over something like this, right?"
As for Xia Qing, hearing Ye Xiaohan praise her cuteness made her suddenly shy. She covered her face and stared at Ye Xiaohan with sparkling eyes, completely ignoring Liu Yang.
Ye Xiaohan felt a bit helpless towards these lively kids. Well, children have their own ways of playing; it's better not to interfere as an adult. Let them be.
"Liu Yang is in charge of the second floor; Xia Qing and I will handle the first floor. Once we finish cleaning today, it will be quite tidy. Tomorrow we'll bring back the custom-made tables and chairs, and choose an auspicious day to officially open."
"Okay!"
After assigning the tasks, Ye Xiaohan watched as Liu Yang and Xia Qing raised their hands in agreement and quickly dashed off to their respective areas. It was like a race to see who could work faster and better; they were both fully energized.
Ye Xiaohan shook her head and joined in on the cleaning efforts.
After a while, Ye Xiaohan ran into the Dye House Owner and shared this incident as a joke, making the Dye House Owner laugh as well.
"My precious daughter, I just can't help but admire you," the Dye House Owner said. "Right now, whatever you say is right; my words have fallen on deaf ears."
Although he spoke with a tone of complaint, he did not actually stop Xia Qing and Ye Xiaohan from interacting. He had a very good impression of Ye Xiaohan and praised her abilities endlessly.
Xia Qing following Ye Xiaohan would not be a bad thing, regardless of whether she could learn anything.
Ye Xiaohan smiled and said, "Sister Xia is lively and adorable; everyone loves her, and I like her very much too. It's just that she has helped me quite a bit, and I feel a bit guilty about it. I was thinking of giving her a red envelope as a token of appreciation for all her help."
"How can that be?" the Dye House Owner refused. "What help can she provide? She's just causing trouble; as long as she doesn't add to your burdens, it's enough. I cannot accept any gifts."
Ye Xiaohan insisted, "But you’ve seen for yourself; she really has helped a lot. I don’t have time to manage the tavern, and relying solely on Yang, how could we have completed everything so quickly?"
Xia Qing seemed to possess a natural business acumen, perhaps influenced by her surroundings at home, making her quite adept at handling matters. If she were in modern times, she might become an excellent supervisor or manager.
Hearing his daughter praised by Ye Xiaohan took the Dye House Owner by surprise and brought him some joy.
"I’m grateful that Boss Ye doesn’t mind her. In the future, if there’s anything to be done, just let her handle it. But this money cannot be accepted," the Dye House Owner still refused. Ye Xiaohan had already helped him immensely; she was in need of money herself, every penny counted for her.
How could he accept Ye Xiaohan's generosity?
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