The strongest anime shop owner

Chapter 282 The Second Customer Arrives

During this period, some people came to the door, including many old customers. However, after asking if they sold rice noodles or the price, they simply turned around and left, leaving very decisively.

Some people even came to open the shop immediately after seeing the price, let alone asking Su Luo any questions.

So, Su Luo often saw people peeking inside, and occasionally heard some chatter. They were probably saying things like, "Wow, it's so expensive! I can't believe anyone sells it for that much. Let's come and see." Occasionally, a few people would come to ask questions. In short, it was all a bunch of random people, but no one actually ordered a single Flaming Dumpling.

For a while, no one ordered food, so it really became very quiet, or rather, boring.

Seeing this situation, what could Su Luo say? Waiting like this wasn't a solution. He was the only one in the store, and he was just waiting for customers to come in. He looked a bit silly, so he simply took out his phone and started reading a novel.

Su Luo had actually anticipated this situation. High prices, remote location, no advertising, no promotions, no takeout, etc., all of these factors made it more difficult to sell the dishes.

Surprisingly, after so long, only one customer actually ordered it. Most of the customers just came to ask questions, mainly to watch the excitement. Eventually, Su Luo became too lazy to answer. In short, she told them to do whatever they wanted, order or not, or get lost.

Just then, there was another 'tap tap' sound at the door, indicating that another customer had arrived. However, Su Luo didn't pay any attention to it, as if she hadn't heard it at all. She continued to play with her phone with her head down, showing no intention of looking up. It wasn't that Su Luo didn't care about her business, but rather that she had already talked a lot to at least a dozen customers before, and they had all left in the end. Su Luo simply wasn't in the mood for that anymore.

You've talked yourself hoarse, and all that's left is for people to come and take a look. Who's going to actually do it? This isn't a phone store. There's only one dish, no choice. And you keep rambling on and on. What's the point of all this talk?

Then the 'tap-tap' sound stopped. Judging from the sound, it should be the sound of high heels, so the person who came must be a woman.

At this moment, the person had already sat down at the table, and a very crisp and clear voice rang out, like the clear song of a nightingale: "Boss, could you please bring me the menu?"

"There's no menu here, the prices are on the wall." Su Luo confirmed that the voice was pleasant, but what did that have to do with him? His biggest concern right now was whether the dishes could be sold. Because of what had happened before, he had long lost his enthusiasm. His hands remained still, and he spoke casually.

Then, Su Luo seemed to remember something and spoke again: "The price is in RMB, not Japanese Yen, not Russian Ruble, and certainly not Thai Baht. If you want it, order it; if you don't, don't say anything more. I won't answer you."

"Hehe, boss, you really have personality. However, you won't get any business doing this. I'd like to see just how expensive it is, to be described in Japanese yen." Seeing Su Luo's attitude, the visitor wasn't angry, but rather spoke with interest. He understood Su Luo's meaning: it was simply too expensive. Many people wondered if it was because the yen was a worthless currency, implying the price was beyond the reach of ordinary people.

The person who came was named Zhang Yanan. Her name sounded like a man's, but she was actually a girl. Although society nowadays advocates equality for all, many people still cannot change their old habits, such as favoring boys over girls. Her parents did not have any prejudice, but her grandmother was difficult to deal with, so she always looked down on Zhang Yanan. In her words, women always have to get married, and she was just a money-losing item.

At that time, Zhang Yanan changed her name to her current name. She wanted to show that although she was just a girl, she would definitely not do worse than a boy, and the result was indeed so.

Zhang Yanan is definitely a strong woman. With her outstanding abilities, she became the manager of a company right after graduating from university, earning a monthly salary of tens of thousands of yuan, which is not much.

When she first joined the company, she naturally faced a lot of skepticism because she was too beautiful and young. Everyone said that she got the position by using her looks. At the time, Zhang Yanan did not say anything, but with her strong tactics and outstanding abilities, she eventually won everyone's respect.

Perhaps because of her grandmother when she was young, Zhang Yanan has a somewhat stubborn personality. It's not that she's weird, but she's a workaholic. Even finding a boyfriend is a waste of time for her. Of course, besides work, her only hobby is eating. Especially after a long day at work, eating some delicious food and drinking some wine is an incredibly enjoyable thing for her outside of work.

Today was the same; once she got into work, she easily lost track of time. By the time she finished her work, it was almost one o'clock. It seemed there wasn't much time to go out for a meal, so she decided to find a place nearby for lunch.

After that, finding Su Luo's shop became even easier. It wasn't because she saw Su Luo's shop, but because she had overheard that they sold some exorbitantly priced dumplings there. Zhang Yanan just went there after hearing about it, so she decided to come and see for herself. So what if the price was exorbitant? As long as the taste was worth the price, that was fine.

Seeing Su Luo's indifferent attitude towards her, Zhang Yanan found this boss very interesting. Instead of greeting customers, he was just playing by himself. She had two thoughts in mind: either the food was so good that he didn't care about anything, or he had given up on himself.

Zhang Yanan was quite interested in how high the so-called exorbitant price could go, so she looked towards the wall and saw a wooden block hanging there with carved characters on it. The characters on it looked quite exquisite and tasteful, which was really unlike the shabby style of this shop. Little did she know that this was produced by the system, not by Su Luo.

"100 yuan a serving? That's not bad." Zhang Yanan glanced at the price and nodded, even though it was one of the more expensive dumplings she had ever seen. She pursed her lips and muttered to herself.

This price is really nothing to her, and it's not expensive at all. Because she's a foodie, she often eats dishes that cost over a thousand yuan a dish, let alone one that costs a hundred. So she doesn't even care about it. As for whether the price is expensive, that's just for ordinary people. She just doesn't know if the dish is worth the price. After all, she's not the kind of person who would be ripped off. It's not about whether she has money or not, but whether it's worth it.

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Chapter 283 Conquest

Su Luo didn't pay much attention to Zhang Yanan's words. Similar people had tried to show off before, but they were all scared off and left in a hurry. Most of the people who came to eat here were ordinary people. It seemed that 100 yuan a serving was not expensive, but it was really an exorbitant price for them. Sometimes they worked themselves to the bone all day and couldn't even earn 100 yuan. Just think about the situation.

"100 yuan a serving, I hope it's worth the price." After glancing at the price, Zhang Yanan didn't have much else on her mind and directly called out, "Boss, give me a serving of flaming dumplings first."

Upon hearing this, Su Luo abruptly raised her head, clearly not expecting anyone to be so skeptical under these circumstances. She looked towards the source of the voice, somewhat speechless. There sat a woman, wearing high heels, elegant and neat business attire, a simple bun hairstyle, and a face without makeup, yet radiant and beautiful. She looked incredibly sexy and alluring, but her eyes were as sharp as an eagle's, exuding an invisible aura. She was undoubtedly a top-tier beauty.

"Okay, please wait a moment." Although the dumplings looked delicious, Su Luo didn't have much interest in them. After just one glance, she started making dumplings.

Su Luo put down her phone and began washing her hands, cleaning the backs of her hands, palms, and between her fingers very carefully. This is something every chef must do before cooking, not only to ensure the quality of the food, but also to show the least respect for customers and the chef's profession.

Zhang Yanan, having nothing else to do, looked towards Su Luo. Only then did she realize that the shop owner was actually a handsome man. This was merely a surprise, without any further thought. At the same time, she also noticed Su Luo's previous behavior. He hadn't done anything to her because of her beauty; instead, his eyes were very clear, treating her as if she were an ordinary person. Because of this, she looked at Su Luo with newfound respect.

Seeing Su Luo put down her phone and start washing her hands, Zhang Yanan was a little surprised. She thought to herself that this dish should be pretty good. Su Luo was clearly a meticulous person. This was a true chef. At the same time, it set her apart from fast food restaurants and street stalls. After all, those small shops were nothing special.

As Zhang Yanan watched, just like Ning Hai before, she became somewhat engrossed. An expert's skill is immediately apparent. Sometimes, a dish doesn't necessarily need to be made to be evaluated. Just by looking at Su Luo's cooking skills, one can tell that the dish she makes will definitely not be bad.

Although Zhang Yanan is a workaholic, she still respects food and won't do anything else even if she has to wait.

"Mmm~ It smells so good." Before she knew it, the flaming dumplings had reached the final stage. With a burst of flames, a strange aroma immediately filled the air, making Zhang Yanan sniff. She swore that she had never smelled anything so delicious before, not even the dishes that cost thousands of yuan each that she used to eat.

Upon hearing Zhang Yanan's words, Su Luo couldn't help but smile. Clearly, another regular customer was about to be born. Judging from the way she spent money, she didn't seem to be short of cash. It seemed likely that she would become a frequent customer in the future.

"Your flaming dumplings, please enjoy." Because they were prepared quickly, Zhang Yanan didn't have to wait long at all. Su Luo said this after serving the dishes.

"Thank you."

Before even looking at the dishes, Zhang Yanan spoke very politely.

"Is this really just dumplings?" After thanking them, Zhang Yanan looked at the dishes that had just been served on the table. The exquisite presentation of the dishes and their plating contrasted sharply with the worn-out table, making them stand out even more.

Golden in color and shaped like a flame, presented on an elegant wooden plate and adorned with a touch of incense, it is truly exquisite and beautiful. Just by looking at it, regardless of the taste, it is in no way inferior to those famous restaurants.

Clearly, Zhang Yanan hadn't expected to find such dishes in this remote and dilapidated place; it was undoubtedly a pleasant surprise.

"It's quite incredible that this fragrance is a natural wheat scent."

Zhang Yanan sniffed the air, and a natural wheat fragrance wafted over, as if she could see endless golden wheat fields.

Zhang Yanan is a foodie and naturally knows a thing or two. The aroma of wheat is quite rare. When wheat is processed into flour, it goes through various processes, and much of it loses its original flavor. Not to mention what it tastes like after it's made. These are pan-fried dumplings, fried in oil on the outside and filled with filling. It's hard to guarantee that they will still have the original flavor of the dough.

Upon smelling this aroma, Zhang Yanan couldn't help but salivate.

She picked up her chopsticks without much hesitation, because she simply couldn't stand the smell.

Pick up a dumpling, take a small bite, and a surge of heat bursts forth uncontrollably, filling your entire mouth. A fiery sensation erupts in your mouth, making your face flush, like a volcano about to erupt. It contains unparalleled tenderness, followed by the aroma of wheat, like a clear field after a volcanic eruption, with an elegant freshness that makes you feel relaxed and happy.

This is a pan-fried dumpling, but it's not greasy at all. Instead, it has a refreshing taste, like a wheat field after a volcano, making it more and more addictive and impossible to stop eating.

The fatigue from work seemed to completely dissipate in the midst of this combination of two flavors, leaving me feeling refreshed.

Surprisingly, such a great shop was hidden here. In the past, if she wanted to eat something delicious, she would go to high-end restaurants because they were guaranteed to be good. But now she realized that this idea was too naive. Sometimes, the best are found among ordinary people.

At 100 yuan a serving, no matter what others say, Zhang Yanan feels it's absolutely worth the price because it tastes better than any food she's ever eaten before. She wouldn't hesitate to pay 100 yuan a serving, or even 1,000 yuan a serving. This isn't a lie; it's her genuine feeling.

"Boss, you're so young and you already have such a skill, amazing." Zhang Yanan gave Su Luo a thumbs up while eating, clearly already won over by the flaming dumplings.

This result was clearly within Su Luo's expectations, and she was quite satisfied with it. She didn't say much about Zhang Yanan's praise, but just smiled.

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Chapter 284 The Peculiar Boss

As Zhang Yanan spoke, her hands didn't slow down at all. These dumplings seemed to have some kind of magic, making it impossible for her to stop.

"That's all..." A short while later, when Zhang Yanan wanted to pick up another one, she suddenly realized that the plate was empty. She was stunned for a moment, obviously not expecting it to be eaten so quickly. Then, she quickly reacted, turned her head and called out to Su Luo, "Boss, please give me another one, no, two more."

Clearly, one serving wasn't enough to satisfy or fill her up, and these flaming dumplings had completely won over Zhang Yanan's stomach.

At 100 yuan a serving, there's really nothing to say; it's simply worth it.

"I'm really sorry, but each dish can only be ordered once per meal." Su Luo was naturally very patient with customers who appreciated her service and would come back again.

"Only one meal at a time?" After hearing Su Luo's words, Zhang Yanan was stunned for a moment, then smiled and muttered to herself, "That's really interesting."

"What time does your place open this afternoon, boss?" Zhang Yanan asked.

Seeing Zhang Yanan's expression, Su Luo was clearly taken aback. After all, he had seen it before, and faced with such a request, how could anyone not complain or something? Yet she didn't say much? Instead, she calmly asked about the next opening time. It was really a bit unusual, but if every customer was like this, that would be great.

"4:30 PM," Su Luo replied quickly, snapping out of her daze.

"Okay, I'll come back this afternoon." Zhang Yanan was a very decisive person, so she didn't say much. She then tried to take her bag to pay, but because she was in such a hurry, she left the bag on her desk. Her face immediately froze, and she looked a little embarrassed, even though she was a strong woman.

"Um, boss, let me tell you first, I'm not trying to dine and dash. It's just that I left my wallet on my desk, so could you..." Faced with this situation, Zhang Yanan was really embarrassed to say it. She had never been so unlucky in her life, so she looked a little embarrassed.

Before Zhang Yanan could finish speaking, Su Luo's voice came from the other end. Her voice was very calm, as if she were talking about something very ordinary: "It's okay, you can pay next time you pay the bill."

"Uh~" Faced with Su Luo's sudden words, Zhang Yanan didn't react for a moment. "Director, did I hear that right?" she thought, picking her ear and asking again, "What did you say?"

"I said, it's okay, just remember to pay next time you pay the bill." Su Luo's voice was calm and composed, without any hint of impatience, as if she were talking about something extremely ordinary.

"Oh, okay... okay, if that's the case, then... I'll be going now." This time, she heard clearly; she hadn't misheard. It meant she would pay next time she came. Zhang Yanan had never seen a boss like this before. Was he too trusting or just plain stupid? If it were a normal shop, he probably would have already lost his temper. But this boss acted as if it were a very ordinary thing. Wasn't he afraid she wouldn't come back? So, for a moment, Zhang Yanan felt a little uncomfortable.

"Thank you for coming. Please come again next time," Su Luo said, as if she hadn't noticed anything.

"Boss, aren't you afraid I won't come back next time?" Zhang Yanan was about to leave, but she couldn't resist her curiosity and asked again.

"Don't worry, because our store is willing to give every customer a chance. If someone is lying, they will be blacklisted by our store." Su Luo smiled confidently as she said this.

This wasn't Su Luo's idea, but rather what the system said. It said that as a future culinary master, one should have confidence in oneself and believe that those who have tasted his dishes will definitely come back. If they don't come, it means that one's skills are not good enough, and one should learn a lesson. Furthermore, as the saying goes, human nature is inherently good, and this shop is willing to give every customer a chance. In addition, this shop will also open a blacklist.

Actually, the system's true colors are like this: this time, let it go, to put it nicely and avoid affecting the store's image, next time, you must pay before eating. So, this situation won't happen again. This is a one-time thing, and the loophole has been patched by the system.

That's why Su Luo was so confident, because he knew the power of this dish.

"You...you really are a peculiar boss." After hearing this, Zhang Yanan really didn't know what to say. If a lot of people came to her shop, she would definitely make a profit. However, thinking about how delicious the dishes were, she changed her mind. In fact, she had no idea that things were not like that at all; she was just saying it nicely.

"Um, how about I write an IOU?"

To be honest, Zhang Yanan was really not used to leaving like this, and that's what she said.

"No need, my memory is photographic." Su Luo could tell from Zhang Yanan's attire that she must be a rich person, so she wasn't worried at all. Plus, the food was delicious, so there was no need to worry.

"Well... alright, then I really have to go." As soon as these words were spoken, Zhang Yanan understood the meaning without Su Luo having to explain further, and said just that.

"Let's go, let's go," Su Luo said casually, waving her hand as she walked away.

Faced with this situation, Zhang Yanan still felt very uncomfortable and left. To be honest, she had never done anything like this before, and the boss's attitude was really...

Little did she know that Su Luo was actually reluctant, after all, it was all money.

Looking at the time, it was almost one o'clock. At this hour, there wouldn't be many people on the street. Those who needed to go to work were at work, and those who needed to go to school were at school. So Su Luo decided to close the shop.

In such situations, a typical shop would start preparing ingredients and other necessities while there are no customers. They would also have to process all the ingredients. Needless to say, when they open for business, it would be extremely tiring. So, even a small shop can be very tiring to run.

Su Luo didn't have this worry. She didn't need to buy ingredients or worry about any problems with them. She just needed to start cooking when the time came. As for washing dishes, Su Luo didn't need to worry about that either. The kitchen was refreshed every twelve hours, so it would be spotless, which was better than any other method.

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Chapter 285 You wouldn't happen to have taken a liking to the owner of this place, would you?

Because of this situation, Su Luo went upstairs. At this time, he could take a nap. Even if he didn't sleep, he didn't have much to do. He could just read novels or watch anime. As for school, he had dropped out long ago, so there was no need to say more. As for friends, he didn't remember having any at all. It was probably because of his personality. So, there was really nothing to say about his free time.

As for replenishing ingredients, the system will replenish them as soon as they are used up, so there is nothing to worry about.

Therefore, although the restaurant didn't seem to change much after the renovation, it was a genuine example of cutting-edge technology. Many things about it couldn't be explained by science. So, Su Luo just needed to focus on her work, and the system could handle everything else.

As for hiring, Su Luo doesn't even have that idea right now, because the shop has only just been established and isn't busy at all. Even if it were really busy, each meal would only take about two hours, which is really nothing.

While Su Luo was resting.

Ning Hai had already returned to his hut. He turned on his computer, and his QQ kept beeping. It turned out to be a message from his editor.

Ye Zi: Ning Hai, are you there? I need to talk to you about something important.