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Chapter 666: Chapter 666: Full Moon Wine Ceremony
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The day of Tong Yao’s child’s Full Moon Wine Ceremony came quickly. Fortunately, the Tong home was large enough to accommodate all the guests. Qin Xiaoshuang and her husband, Si Boyi, also brought their young son.
Lin Fengying had also clamored to come, wanting to visit her grandchildren, but Si Boyi had not agreed. On such a wonderful day, he did not want Lin Fengying to spoil the atmosphere.
Refused, Lin Fengying felt very upset but was helpless. She was unable to move around easily due to her leg problem, and without her youngest son’s approval, she couldn’t go anywhere.
On the day of Tong Yao’s Full Moon Wine Ceremony, many relatives and friends arrived. Zhang Lijuan looked enviously at the bustling scene.
"The difference wealth makes! Having the Full Moon Wine Ceremony at such a luxurious restaurant must cost a fortune! Even just one dish must cost dozens of yuan. Considering the size of this banquet, I wonder how much in gifts they need to receive to break even."
In our village, a wedding banquet only costs a few yuan per dish. Here, one dish probably costs as much as ten tables-worth of dishes at home.
Bear in mind that in the countryside, meat only costs eighty cents per pound, and a banquet dish doesn’t require many pounds of meat. If each guest brings a yuan as a gift and ten people sit at a table, that’s ten yuan in gifts. So, they could still earn a few yuan in profit.
Each dish at Tong Yao’s banquet must cost dozens of yuan, so how much in gifts would people have to bring for them to break even?
Si Boyi was also surprised. He shook his head, saying, "I’m not entirely sure, but I know dining at this restaurant is definitely expensive, the cost of one dish could match an ordinary person’s monthly salary." 𝓃𝓸𝓋𝓹𝓾𝓫.𝒸ℴ𝓶
Qin Xiaoshuang was sitting with them, and upon hearing their conversation, she quietly commented, "Sister Yaoyao is hosting such a grand banquet, and she’s definitely not expecting to break even. They’re businesspeople; they have to hold a high-class banquet, otherwise they can’t compete in attracting clients. Moreover, I think Uncle Tong might be the one organizing tonight’s event."
Hearing this, Zhang Lijuan and Si Boyi finally noticed these details. There were indeed many businesspeople present, as Tong Yaohui greeted many guests, addressing them as ’boss.’
Zhang Lijuan sighed, "It really is nice to have a wealthy family. I’m so envious of Sister-in-law. She was born into such a wonderful family. Her parents don’t favor boys over girls and treat her like a priceless jewel. Before meeting her, I couldn’t even dream that such broad-minded parents existed in this world."
Si Boyi nodded in agreement, "Indeed, I think Uncle Tong’s views are very advanced."
Qin Xiaoshuang nodded along. Yeah, that’s right. Every girl envies those born into this kind of family. Look at how great the atmosphere is in the Tong family home.
No ordinary family treats their daughter this well. Some families are adherent to having a son, and this is particularly evident in Guo Jinnian’s family.
Thinking of this, Qin Xiaoshuang subconsciously looked towards Guo Jinnian. She was sitting at a table nearby with Gu Hongwei and Guo Miaomiao. The remaining few people were strangers to her, but Jinnian had introduced them as Mr. Fu and Mr. Cheng.
The group was in conversation. Guo Jinnian, dressed like a man was particularly eye-catching.
Seemingly aware of Qin Xiaoshuang gaze, Guo Jinnian turned her head and flashed her a smile. Xiaoshuang blushed slightly, feeling a little shy, and quickly diverted her gaze.
"I hear you’re planning to start a new project?" Fu Sen asked Gu Hongwei, curious about their plans.
Gu Hongwei nodded, "Yes, we’re planning to expand into the express delivery business. If everything goes as planned, we’ll officially start by Mid-Autumn Festival."
He had discussed this plan with Tong Yao and Si Chen, and preparations were already underway. Recently, Gu Hongwei had been busy handling these matters.
The business at the breeding farm and the resale side was already steady, allowing him to fully focus on the express delivery. If all went smoothly, the company would soon be listed on the stock market.
Fu Sen nodded, laughing, "Looks like we’ll soon have two big bosses emerging from Kyoto."
Gu Hongwei smiled back, "There’s only one big boss. If we’re speaking strictly, Tong Yao is the real big boss– I’m just a manager with a small stake."
As Cheng Feng listened to their conversation, he was amazed. In less than a year, the businesses of Tong Yao and Gu Hongwei had grown to such astonishing heights. Even he was shocked.
Fu Sen commended, "The fact that Si Chen and his wife chose to invest in you says enough about your capabilities. There’s no need to be overly modest."
Before Gu Hongwei could continue the conversation, Fu Sen suddenly changed the subject, asking, "Is Han Enzhen coming today?"
This question was so sudden that Gu Hongwei was caught off guard. It took him a moment to realize that Fu Sen was trying to find out about Han Enzhen. He carefully answered, "She said to Yao Yao she would come, but now it’s almost time to start, and she hasn’t shown up yet. I am not quite sure whether or not she will come."
If Han Enzhen did come, Fu Sen would definitely see her. Gu Hongwei felt no need to hide the fact. If she didn’t come, whether Gu Hongwei said so or not made no difference, so he didn’t conceal anything.
Fu Sen’s smile was subtle, "As she said she would come, I’m certain that she will."
Just as his words ended, Tong Yao and Han Enzhen appeared, walking over together. Fu Sen calmly observed Han Enzhen, his eyes carrying a mysterious hint.
As Tong Yao and Han Enzhen walked and chatted, Yao Yao asked, "I thought you might have missed your flight yesterday. I didn’t expect you to rush back. Did you experience any jet lag?"
Han Enzhen had just attended an exhibition abroad a few days prior. Tong Yao hadn’t expected she would return so promptly. Truthfully, Yao Yao was somewhat touched.
Han Enzhen responded, "It’s your baby’s birth. I definitely had to rush back. I came straight here from the airport without even going home."
Laughing, Tong Yao led her to a table, "These are all familiar faces. Do you want to sit here?"
Han Enzhen glanced at the table and immediately saw Fu Sen. She ignored him and sat down directly next to him, saying, "Yao Yao, you carry on with your duties!"
Tong Yao nodded, shot Fu Sen a knowing glance, and received a grateful look in return.
Han Enzhen greeted Gu Hongwei and Guo Jinnian, but outright ignored Fu Sen. Though she avoided him, Fu Sen wasn’t angry. He just kept staring at Han Enzhen. Cheng Feng, sitting on the other side of Fu Sen, found his staring unbearable.
They were all businesspeople from Kyoto. Although Cheng Feng had heard of Fu Sen’s reputation before, he hadn’t thought such a big boss would fall head over heels in love, it was really unexpected.
"Enzhen, I never knew before that you were an artist. You’re quite multi-talented," Guo Jinnian remarked, hoping to shift the awkward atmosphere at the table.
"Hehe." Han Enzhen chuckled, "At that time, it was thanks to you and Yao Yao. Otherwise, I might have ended up staying there and not been able to return. The water level was rising, and the passersby were reluctant to rescue me. I was about to despair."
Thinking back on the scene, she still felt a lingering fear. At the time, she thought that she would really die there. She was so lucky to run into Tong Yao and Guo Jinnian.
