[Genshin Impact]: I can become stronger by cooking.

Chao Ke took a sip of coffee and replied.

"You think you're good at making coffee? What good is it if you can't make coffee? To survive in Fontainebleau, you need power and connections..."

Arué's lips twitched, and he was about to offer a few words of explanation.

But considering that when Chao Ke was paying the rent, he was still a member of the Fools, but after the restaurant was built, he transformed into what people called the underground forces of the Fontaine authorities.

Arué swallowed hard; it seemed he really couldn't compare...

Chapter 106 Taking Down...Kares

Cares didn't keep Chao Ke waiting long.

Just as Chao Ke finished his second cup of coffee, the owner of the Rose Society arrived with his subordinate, Miles.

“Mr. Carles, you’ve arrived earlier than I expected.”

"Mr. Chao Ke suddenly visited our Baisong Town without informing me in advance, so I could have arranged for the brothers in the association to take a speedboat to pick you up."

"Then let's not go. I'm afraid your ship might sink for no reason halfway there."

Kares: ....

You know what, you really do know, if the sea in Fontainebleau could actually drown you, I'd really like to try it.

"Mr. Chao Ke, why don't we find another place to talk?"

“Of course, Mr. Carles.”

......

In the office of the owner of the Rose Society.

Chao Ke explained his thoughts to Kares in detail.

In the Grey River district, [Jia Zi Wei Restaurant] and Rose Club have partnered exclusively to open several restaurants.

To show their sincerity in operating steadily.

Chao Ke stated that he only retains the authority to appoint restaurant kitchen staff and train restaurant apprentices.

The placement of other staff members in the restaurant and the recruitment of apprentices were entirely entrusted to the Rose Thorn Society.

Regarding the profit distribution of the restaurant, Chao Ke proposed a 40/60 split.

Chao Ke was in charge of the restaurant's decoration, supplies, kitchen, and operations.

All the Rose Society needs to do is support the [Delicious Taste Restaurant] in the Grey River District and maintain order, and they can take 40% of the restaurant's profits.

As Chao Ke spoke, he took out the financial statements of [Jia Zi Wei Restaurant] for the past three months to show them to the public.

Carles took the water from Chao Ke and started looking through it.

These operating figures are quite astonishing.

Even if the branch in the Grey River area doesn't make as much money as the main store, it still makes more money than many of the businesses in the association.

Moreover, based on Carles' understanding of the customer traffic at [Jia Zi Wei Restaurant], this operating data is probably 80% accurate.

It's clear that Chao Ke showed great sincerity, and the benefits of the cooperation were indeed enormous.

After careful consideration, Kares rejected Chao Ke's request for cooperation.

While the benefits of this collaboration are considerable, it will inevitably taint the Rose Garden with a hint of the Boufati Mansion's influence.

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This is something Kares is unwilling to accept.

His days are numbered, so rather than trying to earn more Mora, he should maintain a good relationship with the Fontaine government.

Maintaining a good relationship with the Fontaine authorities would at least provide Navia with some protection.

Carles didn't want to create a rift in the insurance policy because of some interests.

"I'm sorry, Mr. Chao Ke, I can sense your sincerity in facilitating the cooperation, but I must decline."

"Don't think about it anymore?"

"No."

"Ugh."

Chao Ke sighed. It seemed that a more forceful approach wouldn't work; he would have to resort to more physical methods.

I was hoping to have a proper negotiation, but in the end I had to resort to some underhanded tactics.

"Lao Deng!"

"I've been too kind to you!"

"I think Navia is starting to show her charm! She's very beautiful!"

"boom!"

Kares slammed his fist on the table in anger and stood up resentfully.

When it came to Navia, not only Carles, but even Miles standing to the side had a sharp glint in his eyes.

Seeing the two's quick thinking and quick response, Chao Ke knew that today's matter was settled.

"Old Deng, don't get so worked up. I haven't settled the score with you for trying to sow discord between my sister and me yet."

Chao Ke picked at his nails and said casually.

"and..."

"If you're not in good health, avoid drastic emotional fluctuations. You don't have many years left to live anyway, don't ruin it any further."

"Isn't it?"

Chao Ke's words calmed Carles down, while Miles, standing to the side, was sweating profusely.

Only a few close friends and family members knew that their boss was seriously ill, and this news was about to leak out...

Myles couldn't believe how the news had been leaked.

Kares took a deep breath and sat back down at the negotiating table.

With this bargaining chip added, the initiative in this negotiation has now been handed over to Chao Ke.

"Tell me, Chao Ke, what do you want?"

"And what price should I pay to keep you away from Navia?"

At this moment, Kares's gaze toward Chao Ke became inexplicably calm.

“Mr. Carles, my purpose has never changed. It remains the same as before: the profit sharing between us will still be 40/60.”

"The collaboration is fine, let's talk about Navia."

"Ugh..."

Chao Ke sighed, "Mr. Carles, my sister should have told you that I have no sexual interest in Navia."

"I still stand by this answer."

“I never harbored any ill intentions towards Navia. I was just despicably using a child’s affection to threaten her father, nothing more.”

Chao Ke's words made Carres' eyes flicker.

"Chao Ke, remember what you said today."

“You are not without weaknesses. When it comes to Navia, I might do things that go against my usual principles.”

Kares stared into Chao Ke's eyes and warned him.

“What a terrifying look in your eyes, Mr. Carles.”

"However, instead of worrying that I've kidnapped your daughter, you'd be better off living a few more years and keeping an eye on real blond-haired bastards for your daughter."

Kares frowned slightly.

"Chao Ke, what do you mean by that?"

"Want to live and witness your daughter's full growth? I can give you that chance!"

"The peace of mind you seek by cooperating with the Fontaine authorities, we at [Delicious Taste Restaurant] can provide you with, and even better!"

"Answer me, Mr. Carles, do you want to live?"

Chao Ke looked directly at Kares and asked.

Carles' expression shifted slightly. "If you can do that, the Rose Society will be your true partner."

Chao Ke smiled and said, "Deal!"

After saying that, Chao Ke took out the food he had enchanted yesterday from the system space.

【Ultimate Crispy Pork Knuckle Burger (Enchantment)】

[Quality: blue]

[Description: An exquisite work, praised even by the most culinary masters, who imbued it with magical power.]

[Effect: Restores 36% of the maximum health of the user or selected target, plus an additional 2550 health.]

"This is?"

Looking at the food that Chao Ke had taken out, which was surrounded by a shimmering glow, Carles asked in confusion.

"Don't ask so many questions. If you want to prolong your life, just eat it."

Carles didn't hesitate for long and started eating.

After finishing an enchanted hamburger, a rich and abundant life force surged through his body.

A moment later, Kares was panting heavily.

The intense vitality he felt made him feel better than ever before.

Carles was certain that this hamburger would extend his life considerably.

Looking at Kares's appearance, Chao Ke knew that the enchanted hamburger had worked.

Although Chao Ke understood that simply replenishing vitality did not solve the problem at its root.