I've been possessed by a culinary genius, and I've turned Shaxian snacks into a rip-off!

"No, sis, let's talk this out. Don't just report me all the time!"

Li Zhibai panicked when he saw her making a phone call. If he was reported on the very first day of business, his career as a black-market business would be over before it even began.

"Give me a reason not to report it." The female customer looked at him while holding up her phone.

Li Zhibai's mind raced, trying to recall how to handle such a critical situation as described in the book.

When faced with a customer's threat to report you, avoid a direct confrontation. Instead, adopt a roundabout tactic and retreat to advance.

"Okay, sister, don't rush to report it."

"Today is our first day of business, and there are indeed some things we haven't considered. If you think it's too expensive, I can recommend something more affordable. We also have a pigeon soup for 198 yuan a serving, made with only genuine pigeons, and the broth has been simmered for a full four hours."

The female customer's face immediately turned even colder: "You asked for 888 earlier, and now you've changed your mind to 198? Hah... what a rip-off!"

Li Zhibai wanted to explain that there were two different versions, but the female customer had already lost patience.

Or rather, she was convinced that he was a heartless businessman.

Then she actually pressed the dial button.

The call was answered quickly.

"Hello, I want to report a shop, No. 88 Jiangdong South Road, Shaxian Snacks, for suspected price gouging. A bowl of soup costs 888... um... the owner's name is Li Hei..."

Li Zhibai: "..."

Report it if you want, but don't change people's names randomly!

Then he just watched helplessly as the female customer finished making the complaint call and left.

"System, do you think there's something wrong with this 'tailoring your services to someone' skill? I feel like I didn't manage to rip anyone off, but instead got scammed."

That's because you were too hasty, which led to the wrong approach.

"………"

"System, do you think her report will be successful?"

[Based on the system's analysis, the host's pricing is a market-driven decision, and the cost of the ingredients is verifiable. Therefore, it does not constitute price gouging and should not be penalized. The host need not worry.]

"Then why didn't you say so earlier?"

The host did not ask.

Li Zhibai: "..."

He decided that when he had time, he would definitely find the system and give it a good beating.

But he didn't have time to argue with the system right now, because a message popped up on his phone from the print shop owner.

"Boss, the new menu is ready. Should I have the delivery rider bring it over? Same old address, 88 Jiangdong South Road, right?"

After replying with "yes," Li Zhibai lay back down in the chair and began to question the meaning of life.

I thought that after binding with the system, I could achieve great things, but I didn't expect to have such a bad start on the very first day.

It was reported as a shady business.

Not bad at all!

The relevant departments were very efficient; shortly after I reported it, law enforcement officers came to verify the situation.

The law enforcement officers were shocked when they saw the price list on the menu with a magnifying glass.

Good heavens! A Sha County assassin!

However, after they saw the purchase order and verified that everything was in order, they made a registration.

Of course, the price list was suspected of being fraudulent and should have been punished and rectified. However, considering that it was his first day of business, they let him off this time and did not punish him.

But the menu needs to be changed.

Li Zhibai nodded repeatedly, gratefully seeing the law enforcement officers off.

It was already past 9 p.m. when the law enforcement officers were seen off.

The store was still deserted. Most of the office buildings were still lit. Occasionally, you could see people working overtime coming out of the buildings, but they either took a taxi or went straight to the convenience store. There were hardly any customers at this Shaxian snack shop.

Li Zhibai sighed, got up and went into the kitchen to make himself a regular version of fragrant mixed noodles.

Kneading the dough, stretching the dough, cooking the noodles, and then draining them.

The movements were fluid and seamless, executed in one go.

The sizzling hot scallion oil was poured over the golden noodles, and the aroma exploded instantly.

He sat down at the corner table with his noodles, picked up a piece of noodles with his chopsticks, and put it in his mouth.

"Hmm..."

Even though he had eaten it once before, he couldn't help but exclaim with satisfaction when he tasted it again.

The noodles are chewy and springy, the scallion oil is savory and delicious, and the minced meat oil coats the noodles, making every bite a delight.

If this doesn't sell for 128, I'll change the name of Li Zhibai.

After finishing his noodles, he cleaned up the dishes, scrolled through his phone for a while, and finally checked the time.

It's already past 10 p.m.

"Alright, let's call it a day."

Li Zhibai stretched and prepared to pull up the roller shutter.

Just then, the wind chimes at the door rang again.

Ding-a-ling~

Li Zhibai looked up.

A young man wearing black-rimmed glasses, a plaid shirt, and a backpack walked in through the door.

The man had a sallow complexion, heavy eye bags, and messy hair; he looked like he had been working overtime for a long time.

Most importantly, the color that Li Zhibai most wanted to see today popped up above his head.

[Customer: Senior Programmer]

[Personal Wealth: Purple]

[Preferred foods: Foods that provide a quick energy boost and a sense of comfort; a desire to find meaning in life through food.]

Another purple!

And judging from his condition, this person has probably been working overtime to the point of being out of his mind, and he's the type who's most prone to impulsive spending. I should be able to win him over, right?

Li Zhibai instantly perked up.

Welcome!

"Um, is there any food left?"

"have!"

What would you like to eat?

The programmer glanced at the old menu on the wall that hadn't been replaced yet.

"Noodles...steamed dumplings...stewed dishes...chicken leg rice..."

"I'd like a chicken leg rice and a chicken soup."

Li Zhibai hesitated for less than a second before revealing his true colors as a 'ruthless businessman' and recommending the deluxe version of the food to the man.

"Alright! A deluxe chicken leg rice and a deluxe chicken soup will cost 1687, but I'll give you 1680."

After quoting the price, he looked at the other party with an air of composure, but inside he was panicking.

We're all men, even if a deal falls through, we can still be friendly. If you think it's too expensive, just say so. Don't be like that woman who immediately reported me.

To everyone's surprise, the programmer, whether he was really overworked or what, actually took out his phone and scanned the code without saying a word.

"The payment has been made."

The phone rang the next second, and a broadcast came through.

"1,680 yuan has been deposited into my Alipay account."

Li Zhibai was genuinely surprised; he hadn't expected this guy to be so generous and kind.

Then he must use his best skills to cook him the most delicious meal!

"Brother! You wait, I guarantee you'll feel like you got your money's worth eating at my Shaxian restaurant!"