novelraw Chapter 431 : Preparing for Opening
Chapter 431 : Preparing for Opening
Chapter 431: Preparing for Opening
Chen Jianye pulled out a foot cloth cut from an old undershirt from under the table, and while wiping his feet, he began to speak.
"What's the reason? You and I both know, it's simply because they see our Xiao Fan is doing well."
"This kind of thing... it's understandable. After all, we're all ordinary people. If it were us in their place, we'd make the same choice."
"Besides, over the years, although we siblings in the Chen family have had our ups and downs, and occasionally argue, there hasn't been any major grudge. We've always supported each other and maintained this big family."
Li Jinqiu pouted, "I didn't say anything, I was just reminding you."
"By the way, his third aunt hinted at me privately today, seemingly wanting Chen Fan to help her daughter Xiao Wan."
Chen Jianye looked up.
"How to help?"
"She didn't say directly, probably wants to borrow money to help her daughter open a beauty salon."
"Did you agree?"
Li Jinqiu shook her head, "I didn't respond to her."
"Also, his second aunt, although she didn't mention borrowing money, during the chat she also said her son has been wanting to open an auto repair shop for years, but doesn't have enough money..."
Chen Jianye sighed, "Actually, a few days ago when Xiao Fan talked about his club situation at the hospital, I anticipated this kind of thing."
"This kid is so concerned about his Fourth Uncle's situation, spending quite a bit of money."
"How do you think others will see this?"
Li Jinqiu glared, "What do you mean? Are you saying Xiao Fan spent money wrongly?"
"That's not what I meant," Chen Jianye quickly explained, "I mean... since we're family, these things are unavoidable."
"You borrowed money to treat Fourth Brother's illness, you can't not lend to others, right? If not handled well, it will make people have thoughts."
Li Jinqiu was somewhat uncertain, "Then what should we do? Should we lend the money or not?"
"They didn't directly ask to borrow money, right?"
"That's right."
"Then let's not deal with it for now," Chen Jianye said calmly, "The money is earned by our son, let Xiao Fan decide when the time comes."
Li Jinqiu was a bit troubled, "I'm just afraid that if we lend this time, next time there will be other reasons to borrow money. If Xiao Fan can't refuse..."
But Chen Jianye chuckled, "Don't worry, your son can manage such a big club and so many employees, he can handle this little matter, can't he?"
Li Jinqiu suddenly sighed, feeling somewhat distressed.
"This child, from childhood to adulthood, hasn't enjoyed much in our family. Now he's alone outside, studying and starting a business, I dare not imagine how tired he must be."
"This time when he came back, I saw our son's face has become thinner."
"I don't know if he's eating regularly at school."
"Alright, you don't need to worry about these things. Our son isn't a little kid anymore, doesn't he know to eat?" Chen Jianye lay down on the bed, "You should change your perspective, don't always treat him like a child."
Li Jinqiu seemed not to hear her husband's words, muttering, "He's going back to school tomorrow, probably won't be back until the New Year winter break."
"No, I must put his winter long underwear and the sweater I knitted last year in his suitcase."
Watching his wife get out of bed and busying herself again, Chen Jianye shook his head, feeling a bit helpless.
In this world, when everyone else is concerned about how high you can fly, only parents care about whether you're tired from flying.
......
The next morning, Chen Fan drove back to school alone.
Because it was still during the summer vacation, there were very few students on campus.
Without going to the dormitory, he directly threw his luggage into the apartment, then took out various foods prepared by his mother from the suitcase and stuffed them into the refrigerator one by one.
The lunch appointment had already been arranged with Ding Dian in advance, to celebrate her discharge from the hospital and recovery.
When Chen Fan arrived at the restaurant, Ding Dian hadn't arrived yet. Chen Fan told the waiter his name and was led to the reserved private room.
After sitting down and drinking two cups of tea, Ding Dian arrived.
There was another person following Ding Dian, surprisingly Guo Wendong had also come along.
Chen Fan stood up smiling to greet them. Ding Dian pointed at Guo Wendong behind her.
"When you called, this guy happened to be there and insisted on tagging along shamelessly. Just let him pay for the meal later."
Chen Fan smiled and shook hands with Guo Wendong.
"We don't need introductions, we're old acquaintances."
The three sat down, and Chen Fan looked at Ding Dian with a smile and asked, "How are you? How's your recovery?"
Ding Dian moved her arm a bit.
"This arm is slightly affected when moving, but it's not a big problem."
"I want to get back to work as soon as possible."
Chen Fan smiled. "No need to rush, right? You can rest for a while longer."
But Ding Dian firmly shook her head.
"I'm bored at home, and besides, my job doesn't involve physical labor. I want to get back to work soon."
Chen Fan asked again, "Are you really okay?"
"Really, I'm fine." Ding Dian looked at Chen Fan, "The club is about to open soon, right? There's a lot of things that need to be dealt with. You, as the hands-off boss, basically don't manage anything, so as the general manager, I should be there, right?"
Chen Fan smiled.
"If that's the case, then go back to work. To be honest, I don't feel at ease without you keeping an eye on the club."
"Hmph. Now you know how important I am. Treat me better in the future."
Chen Fan looked innocent, "Am I not good enough? Others don't dare to be so arrogant in front of me."
Ding Dian reached out her hand, "Cut the nonsense, who was it that said they would give me a car when I was in the hospital?"
"Where's the car? Hand it over!"
Chen Fan chuckled, "You still remember that?"
"Nonsense. Of course I remember such a good thing."
"You're not planning to go back on your word, are you?"
Chen Fan shook his head, "No, I won't. I just think it's better for you to choose the car yourself. What if I buy one you don't like? That would be awkward."
"How about this, you go to the dealership and choose one yourself, any car under 500,000 yuan. Once you've chosen, I'll pay for it. Consider it a reward for your dedication to the club during this time."
"Hmph. That's more like it."
Guo Wendong sat on the side, smiling as he watched the two chat.
To be honest, he couldn't see any trace of a superior-subordinate relationship between these two. Instead, they seemed more like close old friends.
Moreover, as someone who had once unsuccessfully pursued Ding Dian, he understood her very well.
He could see that Chen Fan had no other intentions towards Ding Dian, but Ding Dian's attitude towards Chen Fan was somewhat different.
At least in all the years he had known her, he had never seen Ding Dian "act coquettishly" towards any man.
During the meal, Ding Dian proactively brought up business matters, asking Chen Fan what name he was planning to give the club this time.
Chen Fan answered without hesitation.
"What name? It's still going to be called Medal Club."
Ding Dian frowned, "Still calling it Medal? Won't that cause trouble?"
"The Zhao family is still holding a grudge over that deal you tricked them with last time."
Chen Fan laughed.
"Let me correct you, I didn't trick them. It was their own poor investment. They encountered demolition."
"Secondly, I only sold them the club. I never said I sold them the words 'Medal Club'."
"I've already applied for trademark registration for these five words long ago."
Of course, there was one thing Chen Fan didn't mention. When the club first opened, Chen Fan had signed endorsement contracts with several celebrities.
Among them, Richie Jen and F4 all showed up last year, but S.H.E and Jay Chou signed three-year contracts, and this year happens to be the last year.
It would be a waste not to make good use of this.
It's 2003 now, and Jay Chou is at the peak of his popularity.
The timing, location, and people are all perfect.
Chen Fan thought to himself silently, should we invite Jay Chou to sing a song at the opening?