Online dating backfired? A wealthy heir begged me to continue lying to him.

This time, however, Su Ruan didn't hesitate for too long.

"This soup is good."

"I just don't know if I'll be able to eat it next time I come."

Stanley Ho's smile froze for a moment.

He turned to look at the girl who was speaking.

At first glance, he was certain that this girl was the one who had previously expressed interest in investing.

Wenpei had described her to him as having a beautiful face but a cold and aloof temperament.

She looks soft and gentle, but she has a strong sense of self.

But if you click with this kind of person, they are also the easiest to get along with.

He bowed to Su Ruan again.

"What this student is worried about is that this restaurant has consumed all of our efforts, but it has also exhausted us."

"However, as long as I, Ho Hung-sang, have this skill, you will always have the opportunity to eat here in the future."

It's true that they're short of money, but it's also true that he has a skill.

I will never let anyone manipulate me for money.

Su Ruanqing smiled and said, "That's great."

"I know a little about traditional Chinese medicine and am quite interested in medicinal cuisine. If I have the opportunity in the future, I will definitely bother Mr. He."

Stanley Ho's smile twitched.

What's going on?

He had already offered her a way out, but the girl wouldn't take it?

He went to see Su Ruan again, but then went back to drinking his soup with his head down.

Everyone else silently drank their soup, and no one said a word.

While stirring the soup, Ruan Taole glanced left and right out of the corner of her eye.

We were discussing how to do the Ding Shi Ji project, and we even agreed on how to invest and what shares to take.

Now that the boss has arrived, they're refusing to talk anymore?

However, seeing that the experts remained silent, Ruan Taole decided not to pursue the matter further.

If you don't understand, just eat your food.

After exchanging greetings, Stanley Ho should leave.

Although somewhat confused, he followed his wife, Ge Wenpei, out of the private room.

After everyone had gone far away.

Su Qingyao and the others finally burst out laughing.

"Ruan Ruan, I never thought you could be this naughty, hahaha."

Lu Yanci smiled faintly, but his gaze lingered on Su Ruan's face.

I never expected this woman to have such a cunning side.

No, he should have known all along.

Just like when she caught him red-handed.

Just like when she openly told him that she had lied to him before.

A faint smile appeared on Wen Yubai's usually cold face, but there was a hint of doting in that smile.

Su Ruan glanced at Su Qingqian, who was looking at her with bright, sparkling eyes.

"They're just pretending to be stupid and playing the victim, taking advantage of our youth and compassion."

Su Qingqian continued to look at him with starry eyes.

"Then they've bullied the wrong person."

"Our Ruan Ruan is kind and compassionate, but she is not someone who is easily bullied."

Su Ruan was so flattered by the praise that she pointed a finger at Su Qingqian's brow.

"Sister Qingqian, why are you so sweet-talking now? If you keep praising me like this, I'll get all cocky."

After saying that, the two burst into laughter.

Everyone laughed.

The workings of fate are truly wondrous.

They had lived across the hall for three years, and anyone with eyes could see that Su Ruan disliked Su Qingqian. But suddenly, it seemed like the two of them had hit it off.

They get along even better than blood sisters.

After finishing the soup, it's time for the main course.

"The Poria and Osmanthus Ham Pastry Roll is made by kneading Poria powder into the dough, combining it with a Yunnan ham filling, and adding osmanthus fragrance."

"The salty and savory flavors are rich and layered, and the poria cocos strengthens the spleen and stomach, balancing out the rich taste of the meal."

Ruan Taole patted her stomach. "I think I'm full."

"But looking at this roll, it's so crispy, I think I can still eat it."

Ji Ning smiled softly.

"There are still two desserts left, can you still eat?"

Ruan Taole's eyes widened, and she touched her stomach again.

"I think it's still possible, right?"

Everyone laughed.

The dishes today were really good.

The color and aroma are very appetizing.

The dishes are well-matched and complement each other, preventing the meal from becoming cloying.

Moreover, each dish has appropriate medicinal effects, and each one precisely addresses the pain points of this group of laborers.

Those who love desserts left some room in their stomachs.

Those with a large appetite will eat more crispy rolls.

After all the main courses were removed, the first dessert was served.

Following the previous main course, we chose the refreshing Solomon's Seal and Snow Pear Amber Jelly.

Snow pears are sweet and refreshing, while Solomon's seal moisturizes dryness.

I just finished eating Yunnan ham and pastry rolls, which were a bit salty and heavy. I'll use a jelly-like dessert to neutralize the greasiness.

The second dessert was also the last dessert of the banquet.

To finish, I chose jujube seed, white lotus seed, and kidney bean cake.

This type of cake dessert has a delicate flavor, low sweetness, and doesn't overpower other tastes.

The jujube seed inside calms the mind and the white lotus strengthens the spleen, which can soothe the tense nerves of college students who stay up late and suffer from insomnia.

After two desserts, the banquet came to an end.

The waiter served a nourishing herbal tea made with Ophiopogon japonicus and figs.

Next, it was time for casual conversation.

Lin Mo was still anxiously waiting for his aunt's reply.

Ruan Taole and Lu Shuangshuang were together, discussing the photos they would post on WeChat Moments today.

Su Ruan and Lu Yanci exchanged a glance, opened the door to the private room, and walked out.

Soon, Su Ruan arrived at the lobby on the first floor.

"Check out."

"Sincerely, twenty-nine thousand seven hundred and sixty."

Su Ruan felt a pang of heartache.

29760, 2480 per person.

But considering the quality of the dishes served today, the price is definitely worth it.

Su Ruan took out her card and handed it over; the payment was completed quickly.

But she didn't rush to leave.

Instead, right under Ge Wenpei's nose, he openly and boldly began to examine Ding Shi Ji.

"This shop is a bit deserted."

"Is the daily revenue enough to cover fixed costs?"

If Ge Wenpei hadn't heard Su Ruan mention wanting to invest, her face would definitely be dark right now.

But at this moment, she sighed softly.

"If the follow-up publicity hadn't been so poor, with Lao He's skills, we could have easily made a living."

"Old He told me before that once this store starts to make a profit, he would open several more branches so that more people could taste our family's imperial cuisine."

Su Ruan nodded gently.

These rhetoric techniques can indeed be quite appealing to a college student who is inexperienced in the ways of the world.

To save lives, expand influence, and give back to society.

But Su Ruan is an ordinary person; all she wants is to make money, and a lot of money.

She wouldn't have considered investing in the restaurant business if she hadn't known that the couple had the potential to develop Ding Shi Ji into a catering giant.

The restaurant business sounds simple; it's just about cooking.

However, the intricacies involved are extremely complex.

Take today's meal for example; almost every ingredient involved is a hassle.

Moreover, quality control in the catering industry is extremely difficult.

In addition to the careful selection of ingredients, there is also an extremely strict cooking process.

Of course, the chef's mood is even more important.

The taste of truly top-quality ingredients can vary subtly depending on one's mood when cooking them.

"Originally, I was indeed considering investing in your store."

"It's clear that you've put a lot of effort into this shop, and it's a real shame to see it ruined like this."

"But I really don't understand the catering industry. If I get ripped off, I'm afraid I'll end up helping them count the money."