My Taoist buddy has practiced surrogacy

Chapter 1249 Calm

There was an unmistakable firmness in his voice.

Ling Xue took a deep breath and tried to keep her voice calm: "I agree, but we also need to consider the customer's acceptance. We can't ignore brand building just because we want to increase sales quickly."

The discussion between the two gradually heated up, and the initial work topic gradually evolved into a debate about ideas and the future. Zhou Xing believed that a more radical market strategy should be adopted, while Ling Xue insisted that steady development should be carried out, focusing on long-term brand accumulation.

At this time, a sudden food safety incident broke the deadlock. A batch of snacks supplied by Ling Xue was found to have minor quality problems. Although it did not cause serious consequences, it dealt a heavy blow to the supermarket's reputation. Faced with this crisis, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue had to temporarily put aside their differences and jointly deal with external pressure and doubts.

After dealing with the crisis, both of them realized the importance of each other. In addition to their busy work, they began to try to understand each other's positions and ideas. Zhou Xing learned to listen to Ling Xue's opinions, and Ling Xue also began to respect Zhou Xing's business intuition. Through this crisis, their relationship is no longer just a partnership, but more of a mutual understanding and trust.

Although Zhou Xing and Ling Xue's relationship has eased after dealing with the food safety incident, the ensuing pressure and challenges put their relationship to the test again.

As Zhou Xing and Ling Xue's relationship deepened, they began to plan their future life together. Ling Xue decided to integrate her knitting and embroidery skills into the operation of the farmhouse to add more cultural atmosphere and special products here. Zhou Xing studied the dishes more attentively, hoping that every dish could make the guests feel the warmth and happiness of home.

Together, they transformed the farmhouse's environment and layout, combining traditional farming elements with modern aesthetic concepts to create a warm and rural leisure space. Here, visitors can not only taste authentic farm food but also experience the fun of traditional handicrafts such as weaving and embroidery. These novel experience projects quickly attracted a large number of tourists to visit and experience the farmhouse, which became more lively.

In addition to running the farm stay, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue also actively participate in various charity activities in the village. They use their expertise to provide villagers with free cooking training and handicraft teaching to help everyone improve their living standards while also promoting the inheritance and development of rural culture.

During this time, Zhou Xing deeply felt Ling Xue's kindness and virtue, as well as her love and pursuit of life. Ling Xue was also moved by Zhou Xing's talent and sense of responsibility. She felt that this man was the one she had been looking for and could rely on for life. Their relationship became deeper and more stable through mutual support and joint efforts.

Finally one day Zhou Xing plucked up the courage to propose to Ling Xue. He took her to the top of the mountain, overlooking the entire village, and said affectionately: "Ling Xue, I am willing to spend my whole life to protect you and your dreams. Let us create our own happy life together!" After hearing this, Ling Xue nodded with tears in her eyes and agreed to his proposal.

From then on, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue lived a sweeter and happier life. They ran a farm stay together, contributed to the development of the countryside, and enjoyed the beauty and warmth brought by love.

Married life is both a challenge and an opportunity for Zhou Xing and Ling Xue. They not only have to deal with various problems in daily operations but also pressure from family and society. However, no matter what difficulties they encounter, they can face them together.

The supermarket's performance was affected, some long-term suppliers began to express concerns about the supermarket's stability, and competitors took the opportunity to increase their market offensive. Zhou Xing had to invest more time and energy to stabilize the situation, which inevitably led to a decrease in his attention and support for Ling Xue.

On a stormy night, the supermarket was empty, and only Zhou Xing's office was still lit. He sat alone at the table, the wrinkles on his forehead becoming deeper, and the pen in his hand drew heavy lines on the paper. The phone suddenly rang, breaking the silence in the room. It was Ling Xue's anxious voice: "Zhou Xing, we need to talk."

In the office, the two sat face to face, and the air was filled with tension. Tears flashed in Ling Xue's eyes, and her voice trembled a little: "Do you think all this is my fault? Do you think I'm a burden to you?"

Zhou Xing was silent for a moment, then slowly said: "I didn't say that, but..." Before he finished speaking, he was interrupted by Ling Xue: "But your behavior has already said it all!"

The argument between the two became more and more intense. What was originally just a disagreement about work gradually evolved into a questioning of each other's personality and ability. Driven by anger and misunderstanding, Zhou Xing said something he never thought he would say: "Maybe we are really not suitable for cooperation."

This sentence was like a sharp knife, deeply piercing Ling Xue's heart. She stood up, tears welling up in her eyes, but she forced herself not to let them fall. At the moment she turned to leave, her voice was low and firm: "If this is your decision, then I have nothing to say."

The door closed gently, leaving Zhou Xing sitting alone in the dim office. The rain was still pouring down outside, and his heart was also hit unprecedentedly in this storm. He began to doubt whether all the efforts were really worth it, and whether the relationship between him and Ling Xue could still be saved.

After that stormy night, Zhou Xing's heart could not calm down for a long time. He began to reflect on his attitude and behavior, and realized that his impulse under pressure might have hurt Ling Xue. A few days later, he decided to take action to make up for his mistake.

One morning, when the first ray of sunlight shone through the curtains into the office, Zhou Xing picked up the phone and called Ling Xue. Her voice was calm on the other end of the phone, but he could sense the alienation in it. "Ling Xue, I want to apologize to you in person for what happened that day." His voice was a little choked.

Ling Xue was silent for a while, and finally agreed to meet. In a quiet cafe, the two sat opposite each other. Zhou Xing looked directly into Ling Xue's eyes and said sincerely: "I know I was wrong. I shouldn't have pushed the responsibility to you, nor should I have hurt you in anger. I really regret it." Ling Xue looked at the man in front of her, and the anger and pain in her heart slowly subsided. She sighed softly: "I was also wrong. I should understand your pressure better."

The conversation between the two gradually became frank and in-depth. They shared each other's concerns and expectations, and re-examined their respective values ​​and future directions. In the process, they found that they had a deeper resonance and understanding with each other. In the end, they reached a new consensus and decided to work together again, this time on a more solid foundation of trust.

As time goes by, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue not only make new progress in their work, but their relationship gradually warms up and eventually develops into deep love. Their story proves that even after the most intense conflict, as long as you are willing to communicate and understand, love can still be sublimated into a better form.

In a corner of the busy city, Zhou Xing's supermarket chain "Life Optimization" is famous for its exquisite merchandise display and warm shopping environment. Zhou Xing, the young boss, always personally supervises the selection of goods to ensure that every item on the shelves can meet the expectations of customers. His rigorous attitude and pursuit of quality have made "Life Optimization" the first choice in the hearts of consumers.

One day, Zhou Xing found a high-quality imported snack with beautiful packaging during a routine product inspection. His eyes stayed on the supplier information on the product label - "Lingxue Trading Company". Out of curiosity, he called the contact number to learn more about this product. A clear and pleasant female voice came from the other end of the phone. It was Lingxue's voice. She was a supplier and an entrepreneur who had the same strict requirements for product quality.

The conversation between the two quickly turned from business negotiation to an exchange of industry trends and business philosophy. Zhou Xing was impressed by Ling Xue's professional knowledge of products and keen insight into the market, while Ling Xue was attracted by Zhou Xing's passion for supermarket management and deep understanding of customer needs. They found that although they were in different fields, they were so consistent in their goals of pursuing excellent quality and customer satisfaction.

This accidental phone call not only facilitated a deal, but also built a bridge of communication between Zhou Xing and Ling Xue. They began to frequently exchange opinions and share experiences, and their understanding and trust of each other gradually deepened. On the basis of business cooperation, the relationship between the two quietly sprouted new buds.

As time went by, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue's cooperation became closer. Their business dealings were no longer limited to phone calls and emails, but developed into face-to-face exchanges. On a sunny afternoon, Ling Xue was invited to the head office of "Life Optimization". This was her first time to step into this famous supermarket. Zhou Xing personally led her on a tour and introduced the supermarket's business philosophy and operation model in detail. Ling Xue appreciated Zhou Xing's dedication and professionalism, and the two of them constantly collided with new sparks during the conversation.

However, the good times did not last long, as a sudden market turmoil broke the tranquility.

Zhou Xing accidentally learned that an old chef in a neighboring village had a unique cooking secret recipe that could make the dishes taste more delicious and unique. In order to improve the quality of the farmhouse dishes, Zhou Xing decided to visit the old chef in person and ask for advice. After several days and nights of hard work, he finally mastered the unique cooking skills and incorporated them into his own dishes. This change immediately attracted widespread attention from tourists, and the farmhouse business became more prosperous.

At the same time, Ling Xue is also working hard to improve her knitting and embroidery skills. She constantly tries new materials and techniques to create many exquisite works. These works are not only loved by tourists, but also favored by some businesses and ordered in large quantities. Ling Xue has earned a considerable income, which not only makes her proud but also makes her more confident to move forward.

As the business of the farmhouse is getting better and better, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue began to consider expanding the scale of operation. They plan to add some new projects on the original basis, such as opening farm vegetable gardens and breeding farms, so that tourists can experience the fun of farming. They also plan to hold some cultural activities such as folk performances and handicraft exhibitions to enrich the cultural life of tourists.

In this process, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue's feelings also deepened. They supported and encouraged each other and faced every challenge in life together. They knew that as long as they loved each other and walked hand in hand, nothing could stop them from moving forward.

The spring breeze blows, and the peach petals in Taohua Village fall like pink rain. Zhou Xing stands in front of his farmhouse, looking at the trees full of flowers, and his heart is full of expectations for the coming spring. He is wearing a simple blue work suit, holding a freshly sharpened kitchen knife in his hand, ready to start a day's work. Zhou Xing is a famous chef in the village. His cooking skills not only make tourists praise him, but also make the villagers look at him with admiration.

At this moment, a silver bell-like laughter broke the tranquility of the early morning. Zhou Xing looked up and saw a woman in a light yellow dress walking lightly in the peach forest. Since that accidental visit, Ling Xue has become a regular customer of the mutton noodle restaurant. Whenever the morning light shines or at dusk, she always appears in the noodle restaurant on time, sits in the window seat, and quietly tastes Zhou Xing's craftsmanship. Her arrival is always so inadvertent, but regular, as if she has already reserved this moment in her schedule.

In order to seize market share, a large retailer began to slash prices and promote sales, which had a huge impact on small and medium-sized supermarkets. Zhou Xing was facing unprecedented challenges, with overstocked inventory, reduced customer flow, and a decline in turnover. At this critical moment, Ling Xue did not choose to retreat, but took the initiative to offer help.

She used her own resources and connections to provide Zhou Xing with a batch of high-cost-effective goods, helping him adjust the product structure and optimize inventory. At the same time, Ling Xue also suggested that Zhou Xing hold some promotional activities to attract more customers. With Ling Xue's help, Zhou Xing gradually stabilized the situation, and the popularity and sales of the supermarket have rebounded significantly.

This experience made Zhou Xing deeply appreciate Ling Xue's ability and charm. She not only gave him great support in business, but also gave him great spiritual encouragement. The relationship between the two became deeper. They were not only partners, but also comrades fighting side by side. In the wind and rain, they worked together to overcome difficulties. This deep friendship has gone beyond the scope of business cooperation.

As their cooperation deepened, the relationship between Zhou Xing and Ling Xue gradually changed. They began to share each other's daily life after work. From the initial business exchanges to the later spiritual communication, the topics of the two people became more and more private, and their feelings quietly took root without them realizing it.

By chance, Zhou Xing invited Ling Xue to attend the annual dinner he held for employees. In that warm atmosphere, Zhou Xing publicly expressed his gratitude to Ling Xue.