The NO.1 Food Stall in the Wasteland novel Chapter 81

Chapter 81: Chapter 81: A Home Should Be Full of Warmth

"That won’t be necessary." Xue Can looked directly into Shen Lu’s eyes. "I told you I’d do three things for Boss Shen as an apology. This can be one of them."

"Business is business. I prefer simple financial transactions." Shen Lu forced a polite smile. "Wouldn’t you agree, Mr. Xue?"

Xue Can, of course, had no choice but to agree.

’Clearly, Shen Lu was willing to give him another chance. If he performed well this time, perhaps their relationship could return to the way it was.’

"It’s 1,000 Star Coins a day. That’s the standard rate. If anyone causes trouble, that’ll be an additional fee." Xue Can didn’t offer Shen Lu any special discounts. "We offer a discount for a monthly contract. It’s up to you, Boss Shen."

"How much is the discount?"

"Twenty percent off."

"In that case, I’ll take a month to start."

Xue Can had a Light Brain specifically for coordinating work, as well as a dedicated Communication Device for missions.

The two exchanged Light Brain information. Xue Can sent over the contract. While the law in this world wasn’t very effective, that was only true for the upper class.

Neither Shen Lu nor Xue Can were among them, so the contract was binding on both parties.

Shen Lu skimmed through it. The contract wasn’t complex. She asked about a few parts she didn’t understand and, after receiving explanations, paid half the amount as a deposit. The remainder would be settled at the end of the month.

Xue Can extended his hand. "Boss Shen, it’s a pleasure doing business with you."

Shen Lu shook it briefly. "A pleasure."

"I’ll head back and arrange for my people, then. Shall we meet at the unfinished building tomorrow at seven in the morning?"

"Sounds good."

"Oh, right." Xue Can hesitated for a moment, then finally asked the question that was foremost on his mind. "Will I be able to purchase food from you in bulk after this, Boss Shen?"

"Bulk? Can you be more specific?"

"Something like 100 orders of the family combo."

"I can’t give you a definitive answer right now. I’ll have to see how the shop’s revenue looks."

’Once the shop is open, my production capacity will increase, but there’s no guarantee that foot traffic will.’

’My ingredients have to be purchased from the System Mall using popularity value. I can’t predict the daily ratio of gaining versus spending popularity value yet, so I can’t just agree to Xue Can’s request.’

Xue Can was a little disappointed but didn’t let it show. He replied graciously with an "Mm," "Alright, I understand."

By the end of their conversation, Xue Can had finished his food. He said his goodbyes to Shen Lu and left to return to his stronghold.

Shen Lu returned to her post and continued stir-frying food for her customers.

Around three-thirty, Shen Lu’s Light Brain vibrated with an incoming call request.

She checked the caller. It was Boss Xu.

Boss Xu: "Miss Shen, are you busy?"

Shen Lu lowered the flame. "Not too busy. Boss Xu, are you calling because the renovation is done?"

"That’s right. If you have a moment, Miss Shen, you can come over and inspect the work."

"Alright, I’ll be there in fifteen minutes."

After hanging up, Shen Lu checked the progress of her daily tasks. There wasn’t much left to do. ’With Cai Su and Wang Daguo here, they should be able to finish.’

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