Reborn in 79, the educated youth wife regretted her divorce.

Chapter 149 Hotel Acquisition Plan

He slowly began, “The best way to let the people of Beijing eat authentic Sichuan cuisine is to invite local chefs from Sichuan Province.”

Zhou Limin looked at him, somewhat puzzled.

Jiang Yang continued, "However, this used to be very difficult. It involved household registration, food and oil rations, and all sorts of policy restrictions. Getting people from other places to the capital was as difficult as climbing to the sky!"

He paused, then changed the subject: "But things are different now. Policies have been relaxed, and these rules and regulations have been loosened considerably. It's much easier to bring chefs from Sichuan Province to Beijing now."

Zhou Limin looked at him and tentatively asked, "Jiang Yang, do you think... it's possible for you to buy this store?"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Yang smiled and shook his head: "Senior sister, this matter is not so easy."

He paused, then explained, "Given the current situation, it's incredibly difficult for private individuals to buy state-owned assets! The policies are very restrictive, leaving almost no room for maneuver. This matter will have to wait a few more years until the policies loosen up a bit."

Zhou Limin was somewhat disappointed, but quickly she said firmly, "Jiang Yang, this restaurant means something different to me. I've been eating here since I was a child; it's like an old friend. I really can't bear to see it close down like this!"

Looking at her serious expression, Jiang Yang pondered for a moment and suggested, "Senior Sister, how about this, let's cooperate."

"Cooperation?" Zhou Limin was taken aback. "How do we cooperate?"

“You provide the connections, I'll provide the money, and we'll take over this shop together!” Jiang Yang said decisively.

Zhou Limin nodded without hesitation: "Okay! As long as we can save this store, I'll invest immediately and work with you!"

"Okay!" Jiang Yang nodded. "Then it's settled!"

Then, Zhou Limin turned to the waiter and said, "Go and call Manager Shen back to me."

The waiter responded and quickly went out.

A short while later, Shen Qing returned to the private room.

Zhou Limin pointed at Jiang Yang and said to Shen Qing, "Manager Shen, Jiang Yang has a business deal to discuss with you. Don't let his youth fool you; he's already a very successful entrepreneur."

Shen Qing turned her gaze to Jiang Yang, her eyes filled with scrutiny: "Mr. Jiang, hello. May I ask what business you wish to discuss with me?"

Jiang Yang smiled slightly and got straight to the point: "Manager Shen, I want to acquire Yuebinlou."

Shen Qing's eyes widened in disbelief as he asked, "Acquire... Yuebinlou? Mr. Jiang, you're not joking, are you?"

Although the country's policies are gradually being relaxed, all sorts of new things are emerging one after another.

But so far, she hasn't heard of any state-owned enterprise being acquired by a private company.

This isn't something you can just do by talking to someone about buying and selling cabbages!

"Manager Shen, do I look like I'm joking?" Jiang Yang asked with a serious expression.

Shen Qing shook his head and said truthfully, "Mr. Jiang, I can't make that decision. I'm just a manager appointed by higher-ups, how could I have the authority to discuss such... such an important matter with you?"

Jiang Yang naturally understood her concerns and slowly said, "Manager Shen, I know you have difficulties. But have you thought about what the future of state-owned restaurants will look like?"

He paused, then continued, "It looks glamorous now, but what's the reality? A rigid system, inflexible management, poor service, and a limited menu... If this continues, it will only get worse and worse, and eventually it will be eliminated by the market and acquired by a private company. It's only a matter of time!"

"Manager Shen, think about it, what will happen to you if Yuebinlou is acquired by someone else? The new boss will definitely bring his own people. At that time, you, as the manager, will probably have to step aside, right?"

Shen Qing's face turned somewhat pale.

Jiang Yang's words struck a nerve.

She has worked at this store for so many years, rising from a waitress to a manager, putting in so much effort and hard work.

If she were really dismissed, she really wouldn't know what to do.

"But... I really can't make that decision!" Shen Qing was still somewhat hesitant.

"Manager Shen, you don't need to make the decision. You just need to convey this idea to your superiors." Jiang Yang smiled slightly.

"Whether it works out or not is my business. Don't worry, as long as you're willing to help, I will definitely not treat you unfairly!"

He paused, his gaze sharpening: "If I successfully acquire Yuebinlou, you can continue as manager. Moreover, I guarantee your salary will double, provided the work quality remains the same!"

Double your salary!

Shen Qing's heart began to pound.

"Mr. Jiang, are you... are you telling the truth?" she asked, her voice trembling.

"Of course it's true!" Jiang Yang said firmly. "My word is my bond!"

Shen Qing gritted his teeth and finally made up his mind: "Alright! Mr. Jiang, I will try my best to ask about this matter! However, I cannot guarantee whether it will work out."

"Just your words are enough!"

Jiang Yang smiled and extended his hand to her.

"Manager Shen, it's a pleasure doing business with you!"

Shen Qing extended her hand and shook his: "It's been a pleasure doing business with you. By the way, Mr. Jiang, what is your contact information...?"

Jiang Yang gave his phone number.

The next afternoon, Jiang Yang's phone rang.

"Hello, is this Mr. Jiang? This is Shen Qing from Yuebinlou Restaurant."

"Manager Shen, hello! How's it going? Any news?" Jiang Yang's tone was somewhat urgent.

“Hmm…” Shen Qing’s voice was somewhat hesitant, “I reported your situation to the higher authorities, and they… do not agree to sell the restaurant.”

“But…” she changed the subject, “if you can offer a satisfactory price, they might consider… leasing the hotel to you.”

lease?

Jiang Yang's eyes lit up.

"How long is the lease term? What are the conditions?" he asked quickly.

"Well... the higher-ups haven't said anything yet, it depends on your opinion," Shen Qing said.

Jiang Yang pondered for a moment, then said decisively, "The lease term must be at least five years! Moreover, I must have the right of first refusal! And I must have the right to change the restaurant's name!"

Shen Qing's voice was hesitant: "Mr. Jiang, this is not something I can decide on my own; I need to apply to my superiors first."

"Manager Shen, I understand your difficulties," Jiang Yang said with a smile, trying to comfort him.

He paused, then said sincerely, "I'm not in a rush. Just call me anytime if you have any progress."

"Alright, Mr. Jiang, I'll head back now and give my report to the leaders."

Shen Qing agreed and then hung up the phone.

Meanwhile, Su Jingtong was sitting on the sofa in her living room, holding a magazine, but she couldn't concentrate on reading a single word.

She pursed her lips tightly, her brows furrowed, and her face was full of frustration.

She couldn't understand how things had turned out this way.

She originally thought that by climbing up to Guo Wei, she could live a life of luxury.

But who would have thought that the cooked duck would fly away!