Maximize Interest, My Money Grows Infinitely-Chapter 55 - Youth is Your Capital

Chapter 55: Chapter 55 Youth is Your Capital

Chapter 55 -55 Youth is Your Capital

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Inside Fennel Noodle House, four small tables were ingeniously joined together to form a large square table.

On the table, there was a variety of seafood, including spotted grouper, Alaskan king crab, and sweet shrimp.

There was also a full range of braised dishes: chicken, goose, beef, as well as pig’s ears and pig’s tails.

Of course, the essential small dishes and peanuts served with drinks were not to be missed.

A group of people sat around the table, with Wuliangye liquor in their plastic cups, and happiness written all over their faces.

“Come on, it’s rare for all of us to gather together today, let’s all have a drink!” Jin Baogen proposed enthusiastically.

Cheng Cheng and others promptly raised their cups in response, “To Mr.

Jin!”

Glasses clinked, and the fragrance of the liquor filled the air.

As soon as the cups were set down, Xiao Meier saw Jin Baogen reaching for the food with his chopsticks, hurriedly adding dishes to Chen Cheng’s plate as well.

“Wow, look at that, our Xiao Er sister is so biased!” Feng Biao livened up the atmosphere, “Giving him both the legs and the tails!”

Liu Ying pinched his leg and said, “You’re the one who talks too much, just eat your food!”

Jin Baogen looked at everyone, his grin so wide it was almost splitting his face, and exclaimed, “Eating with you guys is really great!

This kind of feeling can’t be found anywhere else.”

Chen Cheng picked up his cup, “Mr.

Jin, us brothers always like to make a racket.”

“Making noise is good!

That’s what makes drinking fun!” Jin Baogen clinked glasses with Chen Cheng, took a sip of the drink, and didn’t put the glass down.

He looked at Xiao Meier, “Xiao Er, you’ve worked hard today, the food you prepared is very delicious.”

Xiao Meier quickly stood up, holding her glass with both hands, “Mr.

Jin, you flatter me.

My cooking skills are just average; I don’t know if you’re accustomed to it.”

“Very good!

I’m looking forward to the opening of Wanbao Hall.

Mr.

Chen has already reserved a table for me,” Jin Baogen replied.

Hearing this, Xiao Meier smiled happily, “Then here’s a toast to you, wishing you good health and all the best.”

After taking another sip, what nobody expected was for Jin Baogen to raise his glass to Ding Chaohui, “Little Ding Er, send my regards to your old man.”

“Mr.

Jin, I will deliver the message,” Ding Chaohui also stood up, “Wishing you good health and longevity.”

“Great!”

Next were Feng Biao and Liu Ying, and eventually it was Xia Gaoqiang’s turn.

Xia Gaoqiang, also known as Xia Bao.

He was very close with Chen Cheng during their school days.

He got his nickname because, standing at 196 cm, he barely carried any fat on his body.

At that time, “The Deer and the Cauldron” was very popular, so Chen Cheng called him Fat Monk.

But the kid didn’t like it, feeling it lacked imposingness, so he gave himself the moniker Brother Leopard.

However, whenever there was trouble, Xia Gaoqiang was always the first to slip away, moving head and limb like a shrimp, which eventually led to the nickname Xia Bao.

“Come on, little brother,” said Jin Baogen after taking a bite of food and having a round of drinks, “it’s our turn.”

Xia Gaoqiang stood up, “Mr.

Jin, a toast to you.”

“Sit, sit.”

Chen Cheng grabbed a bottle of water for Jin Baogen and added a bit more food to his bowl, “Mr.

Jin, you must try these dishes and not just focus on drinking.”

“Exactly, exactly,” the others chimed in.

Despite having drunk over half a cup of baijiu already, Jin Baogen’s face remained unchanged, and with a smile, he waved his hand and said, “It’s nothing, it’s nothing.”

“Such a capacity!” Feng Biao added.

Looking at the group, Jin Baogen said, “I know Ding Er is taking over the business.

What are you guys up to these days?”

“I’m at Tusheng Car Company, and my wife works at a trading company.”

Xia Gaoqiang said, “Mr.

Jin, I’m a P.E.

teacher at the secondary school.”

Chen Cheng added: “Xia Bao used to play basketball and even made it to the city team!”

“Substitute, substitute!” Xia Gaoqiang joked about himself: “I just grew tall without much muscle, couldn’t compete with others.”

Jin Baogen was becoming happier the more he listened; it seemed like it had been a long time since he’d had such a relaxed meal.

He nodded with emotion, “Each of you has your own path, and you’re all doing great.”

Jin Baogen looked at Chen Cheng with an obvious fondness in his tone, “Now Mr.

Chen has opened a restaurant, you guys should come by when you have time.”

“Absolutely!

I’m even planning to get a membership card from Dacheng!” Feng Biao smacked his chest.

Ding Chaohui also promised: “Whenever my workplace has a gathering, I’ll definitely recommend Dacheng’s restaurant first!”

Xia Gaoqiang responded with a smile: “Mr.

Jin, don’t worry.

With our friendship with Dacheng, we’ll definitely come.”

“An opening should be bustling.” Jin Baogen looked at Chen Cheng, “What about the kitchen team, have you found one?”

Chen Cheng glanced at Xiao Meier, “Still looking, we’ll try out some dishes these next few days.”

“If you need help, I have people.” Jin Baogen offered: “They can fill in for the time being, so there’s no rush on your part.”

Chen Cheng discreetly nudged Xiao Meier’s leg under the table, signaling her to respond.

“Mr.

Jin, I…”

“Running a restaurant is different from a noodle house.” Jin Baogen said patiently: “Xiao Er’s cooking skills are excellent, but she needs to learn management.”

“Front of the house, kitchen, cashier – every aspect can’t be neglected.

You need to make guests feel at home,” he added.

Xiao Meier nodded repeatedly, “Xiao Cheng took me to some very high-end restaurants before; he said we should open one to that standard.”

Jin Baogen turned to Chen Cheng, “Why don’t you take Xiao Er to experience my place?”

“Mr.

Jin, that’s a huge misunderstanding!” Chen Cheng quickly said: “I’ve only been to your place once, right?”

Jin Baogen said with a laugh: “Got drunk, got drunk.”

He then said to Xiao Meier, “One of these days, have Mr.

Chen take you to my place.”

Xiao Meier blinked, “Mr.

Jin, do you do catering too?”

“It’s just a place for friends to gather,” Jin Baogen replied.

“Not open to the public.”

“Great!” Xiao Meier readily agreed, “I’ll go when Xiao Cheng has time.”

Everyone envied Chen Cheng as they listened to the conversation between the three.

“Feng Biao exclaimed, “Dacheng, Mr.

Jin is really your benefactor!

You’ve got to work hard!”

“And don’t forget us three poor guys when you strike it rich!”

Liu Ying: “Dacheng is not the type to be ungrateful, there’s no need for your reminder.”

“Ha ha ha…” Laughter erupted again.

Xia Gaoqiang, dispersing smoke, stopped by Chen Cheng and said, “If you strike it rich, you’ve got to help us out!”

Chen Cheng squeezed the cigarette in his hand with a grin, “No problem.”

Ding Chaohui: “I’m not asking for much, just some coupons for the restaurant will make me happy.”

“You’re not striving for excellence anymore?” Chen Cheng retorted: “You were still putting on a serious face the day before yesterday!”

“Hey, how can I not accept something that this guy is giving without any strings attached?” Ding Er asked with a smile: “Right, Mr.

Jin?”

Jin Baogen listened to their jesting, feeling as though he returned to his youth.

“I’m so envious of you guys!” He lit a cigarette and said dreamily: “Youth is your capital!

Work hard and shine in your respective positions.”

He paused for a moment, “If one day, you’re not happy at the police station, school, or car company, come find me!”

Ding Chaohui and the others immediately raised their glasses, “Mr.

Jin, we’ll remember your words!”

Then Jin Baogen also raised his glass, towards Chen Cheng, “I’ll bring all of you to find Mr.

Chen, and we’ll ask for a drink!”

Chen Cheng took a deep breath, “I always say, a hometown sparrow will always be a hometown sparrow!

Look, Mr.

Jin is teasing me again here!”

“Ha ha ha…”