Chapter Eleven Who is the Big Boss
The sensation caused by Dayang in Shazhou City was originally predictable, and Qī Xì had never worried that the gimmicks would not achieve the expected effect. Now what she needs to think about is where to go for a drink tonight to celebrate, although this may be another big expense, but as the boss of Dayang Department Store, this small amount of money can't be saved. Of course, she has never thought of hiding behind and doing something. In Qī Xì's view, if there was a brilliant move but nobody knew about it, what would be the point? This celebratory banquet is also her official debut on the big stage of Shazhou business world.
Qī Xiǎng was calculating how much money he would spend on dinner that night, while someone had already discovered his whereabouts. When he noticed someone watching him, Qī Xiǎng also raised his head to meet the inquiring gaze. Since the entire building of Dayang Department Store used glass instead of wooden doors and windows, it was possible to see everything below more clearly from the second floor.
As she ran, Qi Xian couldn't help but wonder why she was running in the first place. Wasn't it just to get out of work early? When she saw Gan Jing staring at her from above, she almost instinctively took off running again. Perhaps for her tardiness and early departures, the colleagues at Guangyuan Pawnshop were more accustomed to it. In their eyes, only Qi Xian, as the boss's daughter, dared to treat the company rules like dirt. After all, they wouldn't dare to report her even if they grumbled in private. However, as the pawnshop's manager, Qi Xian should have stayed at work during this time. She knew Gan Jing was a stickler for rules and had applied the most brilliant tactic from Sun Tzu's Art of War - retreat is the best option.
On this day, the sudden rise of Dayang Department Store not only brought a visual feast to the citizens of the city, but also made the bosses of various shops in Shazhou City exclaim in surprise and vigilance at the same time. In other words, they had gained a powerful competitor, who might even be their greatest threat in the future. It is said that there was also Mr. Zhu's background behind it. In fact, after really seeing the building of Dayang Department Store and the layout of the items inside, they more or less had an idea in mind. If they really wanted to compete hard or if they were not their opponent, or by tonight at the latest tomorrow, the Shazhou Chamber of Commerce would hold an emergency meeting.
Gan Jing locked himself in the study after returning from Dayang Department Store, and no one dared to approach him. Even Ah Guan only waited far away. After Qi Xi finished sorting out the accounts of Guangyuan Pawnshop, Ah Guan returned to Gan Jing's side to serve him again. Ah Guan felt that he had finally gained favor again after being in a difficult situation for so long. Although following Qi Xi was not bad either, Ah Guan always felt deep down that he was born to be a young master and would die as a young master's ghost. Who wants to die? Children's words are innocent, children's words are innocent.
What Gan Jing saw and heard today was shocking, he thought he had seen a lot and traveled to many foreign countries, but he had never heard of something called glass. He sat stupidly in the study room playing with a glass bead, what is this thing called jump chess? The shopkeeper didn't explain how to play it either, the things were exquisite and good-looking. Just as he was thinking about how to play this chess, a small and agile figure slipped in like a ghost.
"Hmm, let's play a game of chess. Come on, let's kill two birds with one stone." Qi's seven strands said that when it comes to chess, she can only play checkers and Go, but since the big battle in Yunzhong City, she has become addicted. Recently, she has been busy running around and hasn't had time to think about it, so she doesn't know if her skills have deteriorated or not. It's just right to use Gan Jing as a new opponent to practice her skills. Actually, she originally just wanted to come and investigate the situation, but since she now has such a large store, even her husband is stuck inside, and they are short of money. Since she was late and left early and was seen by her superior, it's natural that she wants to come and explore whether she will be deducted from her salary. Of course, at the same time, she also wants to hear Gan Jing's impression of Dayang Department Store."
Gan Jing didn't even need to raise his head to know who it was. Who else would dare to barge into the study like this? Playing chess? Was he trying to change the subject? Don't think that he had already forgotten about her leaving early in the afternoon: "How did Qi Mei learn to play chess like this? You really know a lot."
Qī Xiàng almost explained the game rules at Zhōu Dǒng's speed, and didn't care if Gān Jìng understood or not, and hastily pulled him into battle. The outcome was predictable. Taking advantage of the boss being dizzy and temporarily not furious about losing, Qī Xiàng quickly handed a gold invitation card to Gān Jìng's table, and Gān Jìng's next sentence made Qī Xiàng have an urge to rush up and strangle him.
"Wedding invitation? You're getting married quietly?"
"I'm going to marry you off, I'll treat you to dinner tonight, the time and place are clearly written on top, remember to be punctual, latecomers will pay the bill." Qi Xi said this and flashed away. As for the location of the celebration banquet, Qi Xi had also carefully considered it. In Shazhou, the most upscale restaurant is either Zhu's Huacheng or Gan's Xin Kaiyuan. Since Gan Jing is after all a brother in business, he would naturally give him preferential treatment, and who knows, maybe they'll even get a discount considering their friendship. This calculation isn't bad, right?
On the other hand, Gan Jing was also puzzled. Why did this girl invite herself to dinner and choose a new restaurant in Gan's family? Isn't it obvious that she wants to take advantage of him? After receiving the invitation, he couldn't help but laugh and cry. Eating a meal is made so grand, he thought to himself, but before attending the dinner, he still dressed up nicely. He put on a new white outfit that "Hua Xiang Rong" had just made for him, which he hadn't even worn once yet. After all, it was the girl's first time inviting him to dinner, and he felt delighted in his heart.
It turned out that when Gan Jing arrived at the agreed package, he also found several familiar faces, including Hua Xiang Rong's Hong Niang Zi, Li Zhuang Guan from Tian Fu Tea House, and even the young man in yellow who had met during the day. It wasn't a date between two people after all! There was a slight disappointment in his heart, but thinking that Qi Mian had invited him as the host, these people wouldn't be sitting here by coincidence, Gan Jing suddenly felt that he might have overlooked something very important, and when he connected the two together, even he himself found it unbelievable.
"Everyone, I'm so sorry for coming out and greeting you all so late. It's really embarrassing. Tonight, I'll be the host and invite everyone to have a simple meal together. Thank you all for your kindness." The long-awaited super big boss of Dayang Department Store finally made his official appearance, and Sima, who had been smiling until his face was numb during the day, followed behind him, bowing to each of the seated guests one by one.
