Chapter 31: Envy, Jealousy and Hatred (First Update)

  "Alright, it's 15 million. To be honest, I've been spending a lot of money lately, so I won't give in to you, Zhang."

  "However, I have a request, can my annual salary be paid in advance?"

  "Of course! Of course!"

  Zhang Zhao was overjoyed, and he had moved the great Buddha of Zhou Yi. Not only would it be beneficial for the development of his hometown, but even if Old Uncle found out, he would definitely look at him in a new light. Who knows, maybe he would even take pity on him and accept him as a disciple of Jingbang cuisine?

  Similarly, Zhang Zuo is a fat man who has ideals. Despite being so wealthy, he still remembers his culinary skills and is more loyal to them than to his first love; in comparison, Comrade Zhu Xiaohua is just a good-for-nothing who only knows how to eat, drink and indulge in sensual pleasures.

  Zhou Yi asked for the account number, Zhang Zhuang made a phone call and smiled: "Younger brother Zhou, the money has been transferred to your account, you can make a phone call to inquire about it."

  "No need, Boss Zhang is a friend of my second elder brother, I naturally trust him."

  "Heh heh, if you think highly of me, Brother Zhou, then stop calling me 'boss' all the time, okay?" Zhang said: "I'm a person who loves making friends. Benefits are benefits, and friendships are friendships. You can call me Big Brother Zhang. If you still keep calling me 'boss', I'll get angry."

  "Alright, I see Zhang is also a straightforward person, let's just leave it at that."

  Zhou Yi burst out laughing. Zhang Zuo, although not lacking in the shrewdness of a businessman, was not sly at all, leaving a very good impression on him. Otherwise, even if Zhang Zuo offered more money, Zhou Yi might not have agreed to be the food consultant for his old restaurant.

  "By the way, Zhang Ge, I heard that your business also involves the cultural field. Do you have any connections with antiques?" Zhou Yi suddenly remembered Li Yuanfang's entrustment and thought that since Zhang Zuo was a decent person, he might as well ask for his help. He himself was too lazy to go to the antique market to inquire one by one.

  Besides, I've heard that the antique industry is very deep and even old-timers in the industry can't avoid being deceived at times. Since I don't know anything about antiques, it's better not to take any risks.

  "Antique?"

  Zhang Zuo was taken aback: "My company isn't mainly in the antique business, but we do have some connections with this circle... so, little brother, are you looking to buy something or sell something?"

  "I don't have the money to buy these luxurious things."

  Zhou Yi smiled and pulled out a photo of the fish plate from his pocket, handing it to Zhang Zuo: "This was passed down by an older friend, and the quality looks good. It should be a valuable item. If you have any connections, Zhang, can you help me make a deal? As long as the price is reasonable, I'll sell it. Just don't want to lose too much."

  "Hmm? Don't mention it, but it's really a good thing, looks like it's from Guanyao..."

  Zhang Zuo nodded, put the photo in his arms: "But I still need to find a few experts to help take a look, just to confirm the price. Your friend is my friend, Zhang Zuo's friend, this price absolutely cannot let our own people suffer."

  "That's settled then, thanks Zhang Ge."

  I quite appreciate Zhang Zhao's way of doing things, although he is a merchant, he is not just a person who talks about profit, but can be treated as a friend.

  ***

  Zhang Zuo is indeed a seasoned veteran in the business world. After leaving the private room, he quickly settled the bill and exchanged a few pleasantries before departing. Before leaving, he didn't mention much about Zhou Yi being hired as a food consultant, only lightly saying that they had invited Zhou Yi, a foodie, to be a supervisor at their old location, to offer more opinions on their work and supervise the kitchen more closely.

  Every restaurant regards food consultants as a secret weapon, even if it's the relationship between Zhang Zhao and Guan Wei, it's not that Zhang Zhao is not brotherly enough.

  In addition, Zhang Zhuo also booked a private room and tea for the three of them in Jia Mei's business lounge, giving the brothers who hadn't gathered together for a long time a chance to have a good reunion. This thoughtful arrangement made Guan Wei, who was usually taciturn, very satisfied. He had come this time because of Zhang Zhuo's matter, and if Zhang Zhuo had accompanied them all the way with enthusiasm, it would not have been convenient for the three brothers to get close. Zhang Zhuo's timely withdrawal was just right.

  Although Guan Wei was a reporter, he didn't like to pry into his brothers' business. On the other hand, Zhu Xiaohua was very curious and as soon as Zhang Zuo left, she eagerly asked: "Old Three, quickly confess, what did that sneaky Zhang bring you to the private room for? Did he call some pretty girl to keep you company?"

  On the one hand, those small eyes emitted an infinite amount of ambiguity, always staring at Zhou Yi's lower body, and even shamelessly came over to sniff, as if he were a divine dog, able to smell something.

  "Ugh, Xiaohua, can't you think of anything else for once?"

  "This guy is really something, what kind of friends does he make? Can only glare at him with a 'hate iron for not becoming steel' expression: "It's about discussing the job offer, what does your sister have to do with it? Do you think this is a public relations nanny?"

  "Right, I almost forgot to mention it. Zhang Zuo's business is so big, what price did he offer you? If it's low, we brothers won't agree!"

  Xiao Hua comrade was very serious this time, as soon as it came to money, Deputy Director Comrade has always been more serious.

  "My annual salary is over a million, I agreed."

  As soon as Zhou Yi's words came out, even Guan Wei was shocked. Zhu Xiaohua was even more frantic: "It's not fair! It's not fair! My poor brother Zhu Ke has been working hard for the people for so many years, and his annual salary is less than 600,000 yuan. You, you gluttonous pig, have eaten your way to a million-dollar salary? No way! I'll make sure you're fixed for the rest of your life, ah......ah......!"

  Guan Wei, this old fellow, also chimed in: "That's right. Old Three, it's been a long time since you've seen Old Four and Old Five, let's find an opportunity to get together, travel around, and naturally, you'll be the one footing the bill, no need to say more?"

  "Go ahead, no problem!"

  "Big Brother, how could you also learn from Xiao Hua and become so shameless? Don't worry, as long as you don't rush back to Fen Nan in the next few days, I just so happen to have a program arranged for you guys. Guaranteed to satisfy you."

  "This is barely enough, just enough to comfort my wounded heart..."

  Xiao Hua comrade is envious, jealous and hateful, but also knows that as an amateur foodie, she can't compare to Zhou Yi, a professional foodie. There's still a huge gap between them. She feels somewhat indignant, why do delicious foods have supervisors, but beautiful appearances don't? Don't the big shots in these entertainment cities and nightclubs know that Deputy Director Zhu is an authority in this aspect?

  "Lao San, do you still have a scheduled program?"

  Guan Wei was taken aback, he was just joking around, but didn't expect Zhou Yi to take it seriously.

  "Let's talk about it later, you guys go to the lounge and have some tea while waiting for me, I still need to find Chef Kong to discuss something......" After finishing speaking, Zhou Yi beckoned a waitress over and had her take him directly to the back kitchen of the Chinese restaurant.

  "Lao San is getting more and more mysterious..."

  Zhu Xiaohua stroked his chin and gave Guan Wei a meaningful look: "Yuan Fang, what do you think about this matter?"

  "Sir, I found a long black hair on your chin..."

  Guan Wei is also quite awesome.

  PS: Thanks to 'Offender Bookworm', 'Urgent Establishment of Vision', 'Honest Man 88' and 'Little Fast Dragon' brothers for their rewards; thanks to 'Yaoyao Ru' sister for her urging, yeah, the sisters who read my book must be beauties:)

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