Chapter 493 We Can Also Cooperate

"This is a hotel I co-own with Grandpa Fang," Er Zhu nodded slightly, taking a bite of food, briefly explaining the origin of the hotel. He hadn't known about it himself until Grandpa Fang messaged him just before getting out of the car. He had planned to check how the hotel was managed during dinner, but unexpectedly encountered this situation! "Then Er Zhu, we can also cooperate. Our Wang family has many hotels, though they are all small in scale…" Hearing that the hotel was a joint venture of Er Zhu's, Wang Xu's eyes lit up, and he immediately thought of a good idea. Although his Wang family was developing well, he felt something was missing. With Er Zhu's involvement, he believed the Wang family's future would be even brighter! "Yes, that's possible. I also have some medicinal cuisine recipes, which can be considered our cooperation." Er Zhu had initially hesitated to agree, but considering how much Wang Xu had helped him, and his own desire to expand his business empire, he agreed. "That's wonderful! Er Zhu, then let's discuss the profit sharing. How about nine for me and one for you?" Seeing Er Zhu nod, Wang Xu's eyes shone even brighter. He could already see the Wang family quickly ascending to the ranks of first-class elite families! "That's not necessary. You've helped me so much, a fifty-fifty split will do. I'm not involved in the management anyway." Er Zhu shook his head gently. Although he knew it was Wang Xu's kindness, he felt it wasn't necessary. In his opinion, he and Wang Xu were equals, and Wang Xu didn't need to curry favor with him. "Then how about two and eight, you take two and I take eight? We're all in business to make money, and a fifty-fifty split wouldn't be entirely fair to you." A hint of gratitude flashed in Wang Xu's eyes. He hadn't expected Er Zhu to suggest such a high profit-sharing ratio, considering that the hotels his family owned were not first-rate establishments, some even just small eateries! "Then it's settled. Go back and draft a contract for me to sign." Hearing Wang Xu say this, Er Zhu didn't bother to haggle further. He took another sip of wine and nodded. "Bosses, here is the Five-Flavor Chicken! Enjoy your meal!" At that moment, a fragrant aroma wafted towards them. Wang Xu turned his head and saw a waiter approaching with the golden Five-Flavor Chicken. Seeing the Five-Flavor Chicken, Wang Xu became even more excited and stood up. He had thought Er Zhu's medicinal cuisine recipes were just ordinary ones, but he hadn't expected them to be the recipes for dishes like the Five-Flavor Chicken! This was, after all, a popular dish in Huaibei City right now! And no dish had ever remained popular for such a long time! "Er Zhu, so the recipes you mentioned earlier were for the Five-Flavor Chicken?" Wang Xu swallowed hard, afraid he had guessed wrong, and quickly confirmed. "Yes, and also some Eight-Flavor Duck, Nine-Flavor Pigeon, and so on. I'll give you the medicinal cuisine menu later." Er Zhu nodded slightly and casually mentioned some new medicinal cuisine dishes he had developed. His words were calm, but Wang Xu's heart was pounding with excitement! New medicinal cuisine? If these dishes could be as popular as the Five-Flavor Chicken, their family's hotels would be a sensation! "Er Zhu, thank you so much! Er Zhu, you are truly my benefactor!" The more Wang Xu thought about it, the more excited he became. He grabbed Er Zhu's arm and shook it continuously. If not for the protection of the Heluo Divine Art, Er Zhu would have been shaken to the point of vomiting. "Calm down, they're just a few medicinal dishes, no need to get so excited." Er Zhu said as he gently pried Wang Xu's hand off. Wang Xu's eyes flickered with embarrassment, and he finally let go of Er Zhu. "Er Zhu, come to my house for dinner tomorrow night. I want to introduce you to my family!" Wang Xu had just sat down, but his excited heart made him stand up again. This matter made him happier than the day he became a police officer! "Alright." Er Zhu saw the sincerity in Wang Xu's eyes and nodded slightly. He hadn't been to the Wang family's home before, and besides, Sister Mei was attending school, so he would be alone when he returned to the villa. After dinner, the two went their separate ways. As soon as Er Zhu entered his home, he saw Li Mei packing her belongings. "Er Zhu, I'm leaving tomorrow…" Seeing Er Zhu, Li Mei finally stopped. She looked at him with reluctance and said, "Yes, Sister Mei. You haven't had a proper chance to explore Huaibei City since you arrived. I'll take you out tonight." A trace of reluctance flashed in Er Zhu's eyes. He suddenly thought of something and pointed to the night sky outside, "Let's go for a stroll." He had brought Li Mei to Huaibei City to broaden her horizons, but apart from attending one banquet, Li Mei had stayed in the villa, let alone seen the world, she had barely met anyone. "Okay! I've heard the night view of Huaibei City is beautiful. I've always wanted to see it!" Hearing this, Li Mei quickly put down the clothes she was holding. Her eyes sparkled as she looked at Er Zhu, and she ran towards the bedroom as she spoke. She had just learned to apply makeup recently, and she wanted to make sure Er Zhu remembered her most beautiful moment! Watching Li Mei's happy demeanor, like a child, Er Zhu's lips curved slightly. He had promised to give Li Mei a good life, but he wasn't sure if her current life was truly good for her. However, this was all something he had to do. He would make the Chen family pay a heavy price! "Lin Mo, provide covert protection. If you encounter any suspicious individuals, kill them!" Thinking of Li Mei's exquisite beauty and the Chen family in the capital, Er Zhu glanced at Lin Mo behind him. Lin Mo nodded slightly and disappeared into the night in the blink of an eye. At this moment, Li Mei, wearing an exquisite little dress, slowly walked down from upstairs. Seeing Li Mei, Er Zhu's lips curved slightly. He suddenly felt that Li Mei seemed to have put on makeup. Her large, almond-shaped eyes looked even more radiant; her fair skin seemed brighter, and her small mouth was like tempting cherries, making one want to pick them! "Er Zhu, do I look good?" Li Mei asked shyly, her face blushing as she saw Er Zhu staring intently at her. "You look beautiful. Sister Mei is the most beautiful woman I've ever seen!" Er Zhu nodded slightly and led Li Mei out, his eyes never leaving her for a second! "You smooth-talker! Did you learn all this after coming to the big city?" Li Mei's face turned even redder. She shot Er Zhu a playful glance. Although she complained verbally, her heart was filled with sweetness. Was this considered their first date? Huaibei City was by the sea, and the two soon arrived at the beach. It was midsummer, and the beach was crowded with people. "Er Zhu, it's so beautiful here!" Li Mei exclaimed, spreading her arms wide as she gazed at the vast ocean. She had never seen the sea before; this was the first time she was so close to it!