Life in siheyuan era

Yu Li walked hesitantly out of Zhou Zhiyuan's office. Half of her goal had been achieved. Zhou Zhiyuan's agreement to invest was the target she had been aiming for.

However, Stupid Zhu's participation was not something she wanted. Stupid Zhu had a bad temper, was stubborn, and loved to act like a boss, wanting to have the final say. If he were to manage the kitchen, her power and interests would be greatly restricted.

Yu Li was unwilling to cooperate with Stupid Zhu, but she didn't dare to refuse Zhou Zhiyuan directly. She left Zhou Zhiyuan's office and immediately went to the finance office, where she and Guo Yanhong hid in the archives room, whispering to each other.

She explained the situation, and Guo Yanhong said in a low voice, "I heard that Zhiyuan is going to invest in a big project with several foreign businessmen, investing tens of millions of foreign currency."

Hearing this, Yu Li was shocked and asked in a low voice, "Zhiyuan is so rich?"

"He doesn't have much money..." Guo Yanhong replied in a low voice, "I heard that the other party wants to use his abilities, so he's a small shareholder."

"Zhang Yong analyzed it for me. A foreign businessman is grateful for his life-saving grace and is doing this. This project is an investment for Zhiyuan. That foreign businessman believes that Zhiyuan can make money for him."

Yu Li accepted this analysis. Zhou Zhiyuan did have the ability to make money, so she nodded slightly and listened to Guo Yanhong continue, "And with Zhiyuan's personality, he will definitely have the final say in this big project. Do you understand what I'm saying, Sister Yu?"

Guo Yanhong's words seemed to contain great business opportunities, but the investment of tens of millions shocked Yu Li and she needed to digest it.

Seeing that she didn't speak, Guo Yanhong continued, "Relying on Zhiyuan is the only way to make big money. Zhang Yong sees it clearly, but he is reluctant to give up his position, so he analyzed it for me. When that big project starts, he told me not to worry about my status as a permanent worker and to follow Zhiyuan without hesitation."

"What I'm saying is to remind you, Sister Yu, to listen to Zhiyuan and not to worry about immediate benefits. If you listen to him, he can't ignore you. The opportunities in the future are the big ones. There will be many opportunities to make big money with him."

Guo Yanhong's words reminded Yu Li, and she suddenly woke up. She quickly grabbed Guo Yanhong's hand and said in a low voice, "Yanhong, thanks for reminding me. I'll listen to you, and we'll do it according to his plan."

Yu Li understood and left in a hurry, while Guo Yanhong's face showed a wry smile. She went to Zhou Zhiyuan's office, stood in front of his desk, and lowered her head in silence.

Seeing her expression, Zhou Zhiyuan also showed a wry smile. Guo Yanhong wasn't stupid at all. He didn't need to find Zhang Yong.

But what could he do at this time? He could only smile wryly and ask in a low voice, "You're my sister-in-law, what can I do?"

His words provided an opportunity to defuse the situation, and Guo Yanhong quickly said, "I didn't reveal any secrets. Just scold me a couple of times."

She set the scope of punishment for Zhou Zhiyuan, and Zhou Zhiyuan could only smile wryly again, and after a moment of silence, he said in a low voice, "I heard that self-study courses are starting. Go and sign up for a self-study exam in accounting and get a college degree."

Then Guo Yanhong blinked again and said in a low voice, "My in-laws are old and need me to take care of them. Wenxue and Wenou's studies are tiring and also need me to take care of them. You also know how lazy Zhang Yong is..."

She didn't need to say the rest, and Zhou Zhiyuan looked at her for a long time, sighed, and said, "I just realized that among all the employees of the Sunshine Hotel, you have the strongest background. I'll give you a choice. If you can't handle overly complicated accounting work, then go be the logistics manager."

This position made Guo Yanhong happy, and she asked in a low voice, "Logistics manager of what?"

Zhou Zhiyuan covered his forehead helplessly and replied, "When the new project is established, you will be the logistics manager of that building. If you still can't do it, you can sit in my position and I'll work for you."

Hearing the word "building," Guo Yanhong's eyes lit up, and she casually replied, "It's not like I can't consider it," and turned to leave.

Zhou Zhiyuan was right, her background was indeed strong. Chief Engineer Zhang and Teacher Luo were people Zhou Zhiyuan didn't dare to offend.

Guo Yanhong calculated clearly, and Zhou Zhiyuan also needed to calculate, then picked up the phone and called Yuan Shi, saying in a low voice, "Old Yuan, please personally invite Master Liu and the other two to my office."

Just now, Yu Li said that he supported three master chefs, and this sentence reminded him that he needed to talk to Master Liu and the other two.

This time the conversation was very formal. He invited Old Nie to sit beside him on the sofa, let Yuan Shi sit in his chair, and Master Liu and the other two sat on two single sofas and a chair, respectively.

When everyone arrived, Zhou Zhiyuan personally made tea for them and poured it for them, then turned to Yuan Shi and said, "Pour it yourself."

Turning back to Master Liu and the others, he said softly, "When the Sunshine Restaurant was established, I tried every means to invite the three master chefs here. This is like enshrining great gods in a small temple."

"At that time, everyone didn't understand my intention, and I guess the three master chefs didn't understand my intention either? Even the Sunshine Hotel is not a place where the three masters should stay. This pond is too small."

When Zhou Zhiyuan said this, the three master chefs looked at each other. Master Liu said solemnly, "Zhiyuan, we have supported each other over the years, and you have always been respectful to us. Our feelings go without saying. Don't be polite, just say what you want to say."

Master Liu's words made Zhou Zhiyuan laugh, and he said cheerfully, "In the past, everyone's salaries were not high. Even the salaries of the three master chefs were only about one hundred yuan a month, but it will be different in the future. This small shop can't provide the three master chefs with the compensation they deserve."

Hearing him talk about compensation, Master Liu and the other two still listened quietly. They understood Zhou Zhiyuan's character and ability and knew that he wouldn't let them leave.

So Zhou Zhiyuan continued, "The reason for inviting the three master chefs is to ask the three masters to endure for another two years. At that time, I will reward the three of you with high compensation."

Hearing him say this, the three master chefs looked at each other again. Master Liu smiled and said, "Since you've asked, none of us will go anywhere."

The attitude of the three master chefs made Zhou Zhiyuan laugh. The emotional investment over the years had not been in vain.

But he had to push his luck and leaned forward and said, "If the three master chefs work with me, Zhou Zhiyuan hereby guarantees that I will definitely ensure that you have a good old age, and a prosperous one, guaranteeing your satisfaction."

"So, I have an idea. What do you think? We will select nine reliable people internally, and each of the three masters will take three apprentices and pass on their best skills."

This request of his was a bit too much. Teaching an apprentice could starve the master.

But Master Liu replied without hesitation, "With Zhiyuan's guarantee, I have no objections."

Master Ma hesitated for a moment and replied, "Can I choose my son?"

"Of course..." Zhou Zhiyuan smiled and said, "Each of the three masters can reserve one spot for me, and you can choose the other two yourself."

And Master Ouyang finally said, "I have no problem."

Letting skilled craftsmen pass on their best skills to outsiders, such a difficult problem was easily solved by Zhou Zhiyuan. After they left, Old Nie sighed, "People always say they don't have foresight, but you're looking ten years ahead!"

"You don't have to worry about me. My age is almost up. When the time comes, I'll submit a retirement report and apply for retirement."

Old Nie expressed his attitude, but Zhou Zhiyuan said in a low voice, "You can't leave. I also want to bring Old Dong over. I want to establish a training department to select a group of loyal and reliable young people and conduct comprehensive training in political thought, reconnaissance, and counter-reconnaissance."

"This work will be specifically handled by you and Old Dong, and you must also pass on your best skills. At least work for another ten years."

Hearing his arrangement, Old Nie said angrily, "You kid have now become a capitalist and still want to exploit the remaining value of me and Old Dong."

Old Nie roared and walked away angrily, and Zhou Zhiyuan chuckled. He knew that Old Nie would accept it and would also drag Old Dong to do it together.

Zhou Zhiyuan was relieved, and Yuan Shi said in a low voice, "Isn't it too early? The investors haven't come yet, and we don't know what the result will be. If we reveal it at this time, what if it doesn't work out?"

Seeing Yuan Shi's worry, Zhou Zhiyuan smiled and said, "Don't worry, they have to invest. There's no need to worry about that."

"The news has already leaked out, so we must talk to a few important people to reassure them. As for what others think, don't worry about it."

"By the way, Old Yuan, do I also need to talk to you? This is what I'm thinking..."

Saying this, Yuan Shi had already stepped out, casually throwing down a sentence, "No need to talk, I'll do whatever you tell me to do." Then he pushed the door and walked out of the room.

Looking at his back, Zhou Zhiyuan chuckled. Among his confidants, Yuan Shi was the only one who didn't need to be talked to. For Yuan Shi, Zhou Zhiyuan could ask him to watch the gate and he would do it without hesitation.

He didn't need to use both kindness and power on Yuan Shi, but he had to knock on Qiu Jun and Xu Lao San from time to time. Confidants also had to be divided into first, second, and third categories, not to mention that Liu Guangfu and Yan Jiekang had never been included in his list of confidants.

He also needed to think about these two people and make corresponding arrangements. It was very necessary.