Double monthly ticket last day, ask for monthly ticket

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  Tian Lai Bao was extremely clever, but after Xia Zhi's words, he became somewhat dizzy. He rolled his eyes and then carefully said: "Sixteen, or else I'll listen to you?"

  "You're right at sixteen. Sixteen won't let you lose." Little Black Fish patted Tian Lai Bao's shoulder.

  "Hmm, then I'll listen to sixteen." Tian Lai Bao made up his mind.

  Xia Zhi smiled and said to Tian Lai Bao, "I'm definitely not selling the champion zongzi. If Gui Xiang An wants to do business with champion zongzi, I think it's okay to choose Gui Xiang An as a partner in consideration of your face." The way of cooperation is to join shares. She took the signboard and formula of champion zongzi to join shares.

  After handing over the signboard and annex to Gui Xiang Zhai, she no longer participates in management, only receiving annual dividends. The business of Zhuangyuan Zong has a separate account, with her occupying 60% of the dividend.

  "This matter is beyond me," Tian Lai Bao said. He would pass on Xia Zhi's conditions to his father, Tian Changzai, and let him decide whether or not to accept.

  "Alright." Xia Zhi nodded with a smile, knowing that Tian Lai Bao couldn't be the one to do it. "Lai Bao, I think your father should know better. I'll take the Dragon Boat Festival rice dumpling signboard and recipe, and there are many other shops to choose from."

  "I know, Sixteen, I know." Tian Lai Bao nodded. Tian Chang had let him come to test the waters, also hoping that his relationship with Xia Zhi and Xiao Hei Yu could facilitate this deal.

  "Then I have another condition." Xia Zhi smiled and said, "The remaining 40% of the profit from selling zongzi at Gui Xiang Pavilion, Tian Lai Bao will take 20%."

  "Me too?" Tian Lai Bao was surprised.

  "Of course, it's you. Without you, I would have chosen another family for this business. You can take the 20% profit with a clear conscience. If your parents don't give it to you, just argue with them." Xia Zhi told Tian Lai Bao.

  "Come on, Lai Bao, from now on you won't have to ask your parents for pocket money anymore." Little Black Fish comforted Tian Lai Bao.

  Tian Lai Bao lowered his head and thought for a moment, his chubby face turning slightly red. However, he soon nodded, his big eyes shining brightly. "Alright, let's do it this way."

  It was settled then, and Tian Lai Bao didn't stay any longer. He had to hurry back to tell his father, Tian Changzi.

  Watching Tian Lai Bao leave, Xia Zhi leaned back in her chair and let out a sigh of relief. Tian Lai Bao's visit today had saved her some trouble. Otherwise, she would have had to go inspect other shops. It's better to stick with what you know, and Gui Xiang Zhai was actually not a bad choice.

  Xiao Hei Yu came over with a smile at this time and asked Xia Zhi in a low voice, "Sixteen, can this work?"

  "It's doable." Xia Zhi nodded affirmatively. The business that had been brought to her doorstep, with conditions that weren't too harsh, was a sure thing. Perhaps in others' eyes, the six percent profit margin was excessive, but Xia Zhi didn't think so.

  That move was made by Li Xia's hand, and she naturally didn't make a sound about it. But Tian Chang has been paying attention to her all along, so he must have known about this matter.

  Tian Changzai is good at abacus calculation.

  However, the other party is a businessman and wouldn't calculate the abacus, which would be strange. As long as the other party doesn't have malicious intentions, Xia Zhi won't mind. It's called asking for the sky and returning to the ground. Tian Chang often calculates the abacus, and she can do it too.

  Tian Lai Bao's 20% profit is the welfare she fought for her little partners. What Tian Chang's mood was like when he was there, she didn't care. Although they are father and son, the money hasn't gone to another family, but after all, it's not in the same purse.

  "After Lai Bao has his own money, even if it's not a lot, he won't have to look at his parents' faces for everything anymore." Xia Zhi said with a sigh. Looking at the joyful expression on Lai Bao's face when he left, this clever ghost must have figured out this matter.

  So Tian Lai Bao will go all out to make this deal happen after he leaves.

  But things developed just as Xia Zhi had expected. Tian Lai Bao left quickly and returned even faster.

  "Sixteen, my father invites you and Old Uncle to meet at the Gui Xiang study." Tian Lai Bao happily told Xia Zhi. Her conditions, Tian Chang had already agreed to. Asking her over was to discuss some specific details, then sign the contract.

  Tian Lai Bao also explained to Xia Zhi, saying that Tian usually would have come in person, but because she was a guest here, she was worried about the inconvenience. Secondly, considering that Xia Zhi might want to keep this matter secret, they decided to set the meeting place at Gui Xiang Zhai.

  "Sixteen, if you think the Cassia Fragrance Inn is not suitable, it's okay to choose somewhere else. My dad just thinks that place is all our own people and it's not far from you..." Tian Lai Bao said softly.

  Tian Changzhen was very careful and also made a fairly low-key gesture towards Xia Zhi.

  Xia Zhi thought for a moment and then told Tian Lai Bao: "I don't have any opinions on Mr. Tian's arrangement. However, it's a bit late today, why not change it to tomorrow?"

  Tian Lai Bao was slightly stunned, but soon nodded, "Alright, then tomorrow." Because Tian had often instructed him that once it reached the summer solstice, he should listen to Xia Zhi. No matter what Xia Zhi asked for, he would let him agree first.

  "Then let's set it for tomorrow at noon, at the Ju Xian wine tower on East City Street." Xia Zhi said.

  Tian Lai Bao nodded naturally, seemingly not surprised at all by the address of Ju Xian Tower.

  Now that the serious matter has been settled, everyone relaxed. Xiao Hei Yu was eager to ask Tian Lai Bao about his views on the two percent dividend he had always promised him.

  "My dad almost beat me up." Tian Lai Bao burst out laughing, "He didn't believe that the 16% interest was for you, he said it was just me playing tricks on him. He even said I'm too clever for my age and that I'm just making him run errands. And then he asked if I've been giving him less money lately, saying I want to overthrow him."

  "So did your dad agree in the end?" Little Black also chimed in with a smile, still remembering to ask about the outcome.

  "Of course, he agreed. If he didn't agree, I would have said that I wouldn't run errands for him anymore and let him do it himself to see if you would give him face or not... It was still my mother who persuaded him, and only then did he come around. However, I estimate that every year when he gives me money, he will still be heartbroken for a while. Anyway, in the end, that family business is still mine. He's heartbroken, but wait until I make it big in the future, and I won't even care about him."

  Tian Lai Bao laughed and said, then made a dog leg shape: "Old uncle, sixteen, I'll hang out with you guys from now on."

  Xia Zhi and Xiao Hei Yu Er were both amused by him.

  "Uncle, I'm sixteen, my mother said to invite you all home for dinner." Tian Lai Bao hurriedly added while everyone was still in high spirits.

  Xia Zhi didn't refuse, just said it's not possible for these two days. "My aunt's family is hosting a dinner."

  "That's alright, it'll be fine whenever, just see what's convenient for you. But before you return to Daxing Village, we must settle on a plan." Tian Lai Bao said, and the clever ghost's efficiency was revealed.

  Xia Zhi nodded in agreement.

  See off Tian Lai Bao, Xia Zhi brought back a small black fish to the courtyard of Xia Dagu. Xia Dagu knew that there were guests behind them and asked a question. Xia Zhi only said it simply, and Xia Dagu didn't ask much. Xia Zhi had her own ideas, was clever and capable, and now Xia Dagu didn't dare to treat her as a child anymore.

  The day after tomorrow is Dragon Boat Festival.

  Xia Dagu got up early in the morning and started preparing for tonight's banquet. Xia Zhi originally wanted to stay at home to help, but because of his appointment with Tian Lai Bao, he told Xia Dagu that he was going out.

  Xia Dagu didn't ask much, thinking she was just taking the little black fish out to play. Today is a festival, and outside is even more lively than usual. Xia Dagu only reminded her to pay attention to safety and return early, then let her go out.

  Xia Zhi took out the little black fish and the two of them hired a horse carriage to East City Street. The shopkeeper personally came out to greet them, saying that the elegant seat had already been arranged. After discussing with Tian Lai Bao yesterday, Xia Zhi sent someone over to book the elegant seat.

  The shopkeeper knew Xia Zhi and had received Li Xia's instructions beforehand, so he was exceptionally respectful and careful towards them. Xia Zhi and Xiao Hei Yu sat down in the elegant seat, and the serving young man brought tea over, Tian Chang and his group also arrived.

  Everyone arrived a little earlier than the appointed time, and the summer solstice came a bit earlier, both sides were very satisfied with this.

  Yuan Chang often came with Yuan Lai Bao, Zhang Zhanggui, and a person who looked like an accountant. According to Zhang Zhanggui's introduction, he was indeed the old accountant of Gui Xiang Ci, several generations had been in Gui Xiang Ci, and was one of Tian Chang's confidants.

  Everyone sat down, exchanged some pleasantries, and then got down to business.

  The general framework of the contract is those conditions proposed by Xia Zhi yesterday. Tian Chang expressed that they can all be accepted, but he wants to emphasize one point. The cooperation between Zhuangyuan Zong and Gui Xiang Zhai must be an exclusive cooperation, and apart from Gui Xiang Zhai, Xia Zhi's Zhuangyuan Zong cannot be sold to other shops.

  She gladly accepted this point and also had additional requests.

  First of all, it's the launch time of Champion Zongzi. According to the summer solstice requirements, Gui Xiangzhai must resolve the troubles with Gui Fangzhai before officially launching Champion Zongzi. As for why such a requirement is proposed...

  "Sorry, I can't explain it. If Boss Tian can't accept it, I completely understand." But then the deal is off.

  Tian frowned and nodded, bowing his head to exchange a few words with Zhang, before looking up again. "We can agree to Old Man Xia's condition." He was now also addressing Xia Zhi as Old Man Xia.

  "Alright, it's settled then." Xia Zhi smiled slightly.

  The competition between Gui Xiang Zhai and Gui Fang Zhai can never be peacefully resolved, but after all, it's an internal affair of the West City Tian. Xia Zhi doesn't want them to drag Li Xia and the Li family into this.

  Li Xia helps her everywhere, whether it's from a sense of responsibility or a sense of duty, she has to maintain Li Xia.

  In addition to this, Xia Zhi also stated that after handing over the champion zongzi to Gui Xiangzhai, any changes to the formula or additions of new varieties by Gui Xiangzhai would require her approval.

  She didn't want to interfere with the management of the store, she just wanted to make sure that future champion rice balls wouldn't be unworthy of this sign.

  Tian Chang agreed almost without hesitation. "Lao Xia is willing to take care of it, which is a rare opportunity for us."

  Finally, Xia Zhi made a small request. She gave Tian Chang a list of skilled workers from her workshop and hoped that Gui Xiang Zhai could continue to employ them. On the one hand, it would provide them with job opportunities and allow them to continue earning money to support their families. On the other hand, it would also be beneficial for Gui Xiang Zhai.

  Kwei Xiang Zhai is going to launch Champion Rice Dumplings, they must also hire people to wrap the dumplings. Hiring these skilled workers is much more convenient than training a new batch of people.

  "They are the most capable and efficient people in the workshop, and they can also do their job properly. Boss Tian can hire them for a trial period to test them out. If they don't pass, then I won't speak up for them either."

  Tian Chang readily agreed to this request. At the same time, he added a few more points of appreciation and admiration in his gaze at Xia Zhi. Xia Zhi was thorough in her dealings, which may not be difficult. However, she was able to take responsibility and think for the people following her, which was truly rare.

  Tian Chang was reassured once again that although Xia Zhi was just a young girl, she was indeed someone who could accomplish great things and was worth befriending and collaborating with. At the same time, he also felt some regret. He regretted having so many concerns and should have let Tian Bao come out to find Xia Zhi earlier.

  Both parties agreed on the terms and then Mr. Accountant wrote down the contract. The contract was made in triplicate, Xia Zhi, Tian Changjin and Tian Laibao all signed and sealed it, each taking a copy. In addition, they also invited Zhang Guan and Ju Xian's Guan to sign and seal the contract as witnesses.

  The contract was signed, and Xia Zhi immediately asked the shopkeeper of Ju Xian to set up the wine table.

  "Today is Dragon Boat Festival, I suppose everyone is eager to go back and celebrate. However, what should be done cannot be omitted, let's at least have a drink." Xia Zhi said so.

  Everyone laughed.

  The wine table was quickly set up and everyone slightly moved their chopsticks, drank a few cups of wine together, and dispersed.

  Xià zhì ordered a few dishes, packed them in food boxes, and still took a taxi with Xiao Hei back to Xishi Street. At this time, it was already noon. Although they were going to have dinner guests that night, lunch was still necessary.

  Xia Zhi took out the dishes from the food box, and Xia Da Gu knew they were from Ju Xian Lou restaurant. She said that Xia Zhi was too extravagant with her spending. "The dishes there are very expensive, a table of them can cost several taels of silver. Sixteen, I know you've earned some money, but you should also be more frugal. Can't you eat what's available here? I understand your intentions, but this way, it doesn't sit well with me."

  It's just that Xia Zhi didn't spend much money, and it was a holiday, so it can't be compared to usual times. Guo Aunt also smiled and said a few words to Xia Zhi, but the dishes were still placed on the dinner table in the end.

  Zhenzhu was having her first meal at Ju Xian Lou, and she was particularly delighted. "Fourth sister, next time you go out, take me with you too. I also want to go out and have a look around."

  "Your fourth sister is probably more troublesome to bring along than your uncle." Xia Dagu scolded Zhenzhu. Zhenzhu usually didn't like going out except for buying jewelry and clothes.

  Xiatu smiled and agreed, saying: "Let's go to the night market together tonight."

  Xiao Hei Yu'er immediately nodded in agreement and also asked Chang Sheng to go. "Let Chang Sheng accompany you when the time comes," said Xia Da Gu. However, Guo Gu Fu did not allow Zhen Zhu to go. "Zhen Zhu is not going, she will follow her mother out sometime."

  For this little girl, Guo Shu has always been very careful.

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