dognovel Chapter 126: A New Idea
Chapter 126: A New Idea
Chapter 126: A New Idea
Ji Meiqing explained to him what a factory meant: "A factory is a place where workers carry out mass production. If we expand to the factory model, we will not only need people and materials, but more importantly, we will cooperate in different categories to increase the total production volume."
"So, you want to build another factory?"
She thought about it, calculating the money she had, and then considering how much the factory would cost, and couldn't help but shudder.
"I don't think this is feasible. I don't have enough money on hand."
She rejected her idea again. Adding a brewing production line was a good idea, but she couldn't afford it.
Lu Yu took a sip of tea and suggested, "Why don't we do as you said and build another wine tent, taking it one step at a time?"
"I have no money..." she said weakly, slumped over the table. "Without money, you can't do anything."
"Keep it for now." He didn't know what else to say. Looking at the drizzling rain outside, he added, "Don't go to deliver the wine tomorrow. Take a good rest on such a rainy day."
"It's nothing." She looked up, a smile mixed with weariness on her face. Gazing at the rain outside the door, she murmured absentmindedly, "I wonder when this rain will stop. Sigh."
"Almost there," he agreed, then went to close the door. The whistling cold wind was kept out, and the room finally began to warm up.
After lunch, Grandma Mei took her to the street to buy some fabric. Various fabrics with different patterns hung on the racks; the different materials resulted in different textures.
The colorful fabrics were laid out there, and most of the people looking at them were young women. She squeezed into the crowd and looked at the fabrics with Granny Mei.
"This piece is nice. I'll keep it to make a little outfit for Tianci." She handed the fabric to Ji Meiqing so she could try it out.
The feel of it was naturally good, and Ji Meiqing nodded: "Let's buy it."
The fabric was put away, and the old woman looked at her, then went to the side and picked out a blue and white one.
"What do you think of this?" She didn't state her purpose directly, but handed the cloth to her. Ji Meiqing touched it and said, "Not bad."
"I should probably get some new clothes for you. Otherwise, you won't be very attractive anymore."
"Hmm...you can keep it." She glanced at the fabric and replied casually to Granny Mei. It had been so long since she'd remembered to dress up; it was almost laughable to say it now.
"Women, even if not for men, should still do it for themselves."
"Okay... whatever you say." She really had nothing to argue with, so she paid and left.
The two walked in the rain, sharing an umbrella.
"Where to go next?"
She stopped abruptly after asking the question, then looked at the people in front of her.
Grandma Mei also stopped and followed her gaze, her eyes filled with curiosity.
"What's wrong?" Standing before them was a beautiful young woman, dressed in luxurious clothes, accompanied by several maids. Such an air of grandeur could probably only be found in the City Lord's Mansion or the Ji family.
However, there wasn't such a young and graceful woman in the city lord's mansion, so she must be from the Ji family.
"Let's go." She took one last look and turned to leave. Granny Mei followed curiously. Ji Meiqing clearly knew that person, but didn't want to get to know him. There must be something going on here.
Filled with curiosity, she followed. Only after they had gone a little further did she tentatively ask Ji Meiqing.
"Madam, have you seen an old friend? Why don't you go up and say hello? These days, Madam doesn't have many friends..."
She rambled on and on, and Ji Meiqing felt an itch in her ears. Knowing that she meant well, she didn't say anything more and just let her talk, waiting for the right moment to respond.
"Is there anything else you want to buy?" Ji Meiqing asked again as she continued talking. "If you're not going to buy anything, then let's go back first."
"Let me see..." Grandma Mei looked at what she had in her hand, and when she thought it was about right, she said she was going back.
The topic was diverted, and since Grandma Mei couldn't remember it for the time being, she changed the subject.
The two returned to the courtyard, shook their umbrellas after closing them, and then went inside.
"Back so early?" Lu Yu said with a smile, then looked at the things the two were carrying, which, while not many, were not few either.
Ji Meiqing smiled and said, "Yes, the rain was so heavy that not many shops were open, so we came back. By the way, my mother-in-law is going to buy us clothes. Winter is coming soon, and we'll need to change our clothes again."
The two exchanged casual greetings, just like friends. Grandma Mei had already gone to cook, Lu Yu was reading in his room, while the two of them chatted.
"I'm planning to renovate this restaurant. But before that, let's hold a banquet there to celebrate together."
She laid out her thoughts and then looked at Lu Yu.
The latter agreed, and the two discussed the matter.
Once the agreement was reached, Ji Meiqing calculated the price and expenses. The account book was clear and detailed. She took it to Lu Yu and explained it to him.
"Go and tell them, and I'll get the building ready. As for the date, it'll be in the next couple of days, once the weather clears up."
"Okay." Lu Yu had no objections and agreed immediately. After discussing it, the two put the plan into action.
Lu Yu went to inform the people, and Ji Meiqing ran to the restaurant to give instructions.
Things progressed quickly, and as soon as the weather cleared up, Ji Meiqing went upstairs. The cooks and waiters were already preparing, and the vegetables had all been bought. Unfortunately, there weren't many staff members, so Ji Meiqing could only help them wash the vegetables.
Fearing there wouldn't be enough manpower, she also brought her mother-in-law over.
A large group of people were crowded in the kitchen, creating a lively atmosphere like it was Chinese New Year. Quite a few people had arrived from outside, and Ji Meiqing took the opportunity to go and take a look.
Lu Yu also came over and went straight to the kitchen to help.
"How is it? Everyone's here?" Ji Meiqing ran over and asked.
"That's about it. Brother Wang had some family troubles and can't come, but the others should be here by now."
She nodded thoughtfully, and smoke began to rise from the kitchen, the aroma of food quickly spreading throughout the air.
"Go ahead and get busy. We'll talk about it when you're done." Ji Meiqing brushed a strand of hair behind her ear and went back to the kitchen to cook.
Both of them got busy. After tidying up the things, Lu Yu went to help. The food was cooked and left to cool for a while before being served.
There weren't many people, just two tables. Ji Meiqing personally served the food, and the people who saw her stood up in fear.
The food was stopped halfway through the meal. She smiled and said, "It's okay, I can handle it."