The NO.1 Food Stall in the Wasteland novel Chapter 77

Chapter 77: Chapter 77: Reanimated Corpse?

Seeing Shen Lu finish frying the rice and set down her spatula, a dissatisfied customer in line shouted, "Boss Shen, don’t tell me you’re slacking off again?!"

"Boss Shen, I waited in line just for your fried noodles!"

"I don’t care. You have to at least finish my order before you go."

Shen Lu said, "The new shop is about to open, and I still have a lot to get done. Please understand. How about this? For everyone who didn’t get to buy fried rice or noodles, I’ll give you a complimentary portion of cold-tossed radish skins. I’m truly sorry."

Placated by the offer, the crowd became more reasonable. Shen Lu gave Cai Su some instructions and then headed to a furniture store.

Since she was in a hurry, Shen Lu hailed a rickshaw. After giving the address, the driver huffed and puffed as he pulled her to the furniture store.

There weren’t many furniture stores in the Lower City District—only four or five in total. Shen Lu went to the largest one, Mu Furniture.

After browsing inside, Shen Lu picked out two beds, several cabinets, and a set of a sofa, a table, and chairs. All told, she spent over 40,000 Star Coins.

"It’s all made from the latest materials—warp-resistant, formaldehyde-free, sturdy, and durable, with a ten-year warranty!" the salesperson pitched enthusiastically. "We also have curtains, mattresses, and bedding available. Would you like to take a look?"

Shen Lu was quite satisfied with the store’s product quality and service. At the salesperson’s suggestion, she went to have a look and, with a grand wave of her hand, bought a good deal of miscellaneous soft furnishings as well.

"Just deliver everything to this address the day after tomorrow."

With so many items, Shen Lu naturally opted for home delivery. She left the address of the unfinished building and a delivery time, then rushed back to her stall.

’Money sure goes fast.’

’All I did was buy some basic furniture, and it already cost me nearly 60,000 Star Coins. That’s even more than I spent renovating my living room.’

’It’s a good thing I’m earning a decent amount now. Otherwise, there’s no way I could’ve spent this much on furniture.’

"Money is earned to be spent. It’s okay. It’s all for giving myself a decent place to live. It’s worth it."

After cooking up all her remaining ingredients, Shen Lu continued selling until 4 p.m. before finally closing up her stall.

Wang Daguo was late, as usual. Shen Lu didn’t mind and had Cai Su go pick up her child.

As the two of them walked back toward their rented rooms, Shen Lu said to Wang Daguo, "Oh, right. I’ve been so busy lately that I forgot to tell you. I’m opening a shop at the end of Gold Street."

Wang Daguo was stunned for a moment. "Huh? C-congratulations."

He knew this part-time job would end sooner or later, but he hadn’t expected Shen Lu to be opening her own shop in less than a month.

"So you won’t be running the stall anymore, right?"

"That’s right." Shen Lu studied Wang Daguo’s expression. "Thanks for all your hard work during this time, running back and forth every day."

"No, this job isn’t hard at all." Wang Daguo had mixed feelings. "Will all this equipment need to be moved to the shop? You can let me know ahead of time. I’ll help you move it."

Shen Lu didn’t stand on ceremony. "The day after tomorrow, actually."

Wang Daguo nodded. "I’ll clear my schedule for the afternoon, then."

After settling his pay for the day, Wang Daguo took the Star Coins and congratulated her again, this time with earnest. "Boss Shen, I’m sure your business will become more and more successful."

"I hope you’re right." Shen Lu smiled. "And my previous offer still stands. If you’re willing, I’d like to hire you as an employee."

’Once the shop opens, the volume of food will be much higher. I don’t know if Wang Daguo has any talent for cooking, but he should be fine with simple physical labor.’

’Besides, having a burly man in the shop would be good. He’d serve as a bit of a deterrent.’

This time, Wang Daguo didn’t refuse. He said with particular sincerity, "Boss Shen, can I think it over?"

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