These bosses, having had their fill of luxurious foods, typically wouldn't touch everyday dishes, but today they ate more than usual.

Ling Zhenfei quietly called Luo Juan over and said, "I won't be going to Xishan Manor this afternoon; you take them instead."

Luo Juan was startled, "Is that okay? Won't they find fault with it?"

Ling Zhenfei sneered, "Haven't you noticed yet? Treat them too well, and they'll walk all over you. We can't spoil them too much. The only principle is to try to get the contract signed. If they don't sign, it's up to them, but don't lose face.

Future developments of Xishan Manor won't use Xishan Manor's vegetables, which will affect them. This time we're covering all the costs, but next time they visit Xishan Manor, it'll be at their own expense."

Luo Juan nodded but still looked a bit stunned, shocked at Ling Zhenfei's change in attitude.

Seeing her expression, Ling Zhenfei patted her shoulder, "You need to be more confident. Going forward, it's not us pleading with others to use Xishan Manor's vegetables; it's them who will come to us."

Luo Juan nodded, "Don't worry, I can handle it."

After giving all the instructions, Ling Zhenfei walked out of Senjie Hotel and returned to Xi Shan Restaurant.

Xishan Manor and Xi Shan Restaurant had both gotten on track, and their future development would be swift. One could say that his car had just started its engine, and the speed would only increase.

He noticed a missed call on his phone; it was from Bai Ling. The call had barely rung for a few seconds before being disconnected.

This made Ling Zhenfei think of Bai Ling again, wondering how she was doing and where she was.

Feeling compelled, he dialed back, but after two rings, he hung up, remembering his promise to Su Wanlong and Su Wanhu.

He had promised not to contact Bai Ling anymore, and he should keep his word, but his heart ached. His relationship with Bai Ling wasn't something that could be cut off easily.

It felt like they were lovers forcibly torn apart, and the sadness in Ling Zhenfei's heart was overwhelming. He even stopped wanting to return to Provincial City, fearing the place would bring back painful memories.

Just then, Bai Ling's call came through again. Ling Zhenfei's heart leaped with joy, and after a brief hesitation, he answered the call.

He initially thought he'd hear Bai Ling's sweet voice, but it was Su Wanhu on the other end.

"Zhenfei, didn't you say you wouldn't contact Bai Ling anymore? What was that call about?"

Ling Zhenfei froze, not expecting Su Wanhu to catch him so quickly.

He said, "Brother Hu, I was just worried about Bai Ling. Where is she now? Is she okay?"

Su Wanhu replied, "Zhenfei, it's best if you don't worry about how Bai Ling is doing. The more you care, the harder it is for her to let go. We're currently traveling in Fiji with her."

Oh, so they were traveling abroad. But he didn't believe Bai Ling was truly happy. What could he do? Maybe Bai Ling really wouldn't want to see him again in the future.

"Well, I hope you enjoy your trip."

After hanging up, Ling Zhenfei's mood plummeted to rock-bottom. Nothing felt right.

He sat by the window on the second floor, watching the passersby and vehicles below, rushed like his life, with only himself knowing his goal.

Suddenly someone approached from afar and extended a hand to Ling Zhenfei.

"Hello, are you Mr. Ling Zhenfei?"

Ling Zhenfei looked at the person, who appeared to be about forty, dressed in a suit, and clearly wealthy.

"Hello, I'm Ling Zhenfei. Can I help you with something?"

The man smiled, "Hello, Mr. Ling. I'm Guo Jia from Modu. I came to Xi Shan Restaurant because of its reputation. I nearly ordered everything on the menu, and the meal cost me ten thousand yuan."

Ling Zhenfei smiled, "Seems like you really enjoy our food. Do you have any feedback?"

Guo Jia laughed, "No complaints, the food was so good I can't stop thinking about it. It's going to be hard to eat anywhere else now."

"No need to exaggerate, life goes on without any particular dish," Ling Zhenfei said, forming a good impression of Guo Jia.

Guo Jia said, "Seeing you here, I thought I'd take the chance to discuss a business proposal with you."

Surprised, Ling Zhenfei asked, "What kind of business?"

Guo Jia said, "I found out that Xishan Manor is actively expanding its market. I'm in the restaurant business in Modu, so I want to collaborate with Xishan Manor."

Ling Zhenfei immediately understood. So, Guo Jia ran a restaurant and likely wanted to use Xishan Manor's vegetables.

"Tell me, how do you want to collaborate?"

Guo Jia smiled, "There are generally a few ways to collaborate. First, by using Xishan Manor's vegetables. Second, by jointly opening a restaurant. But the collaboration I have in mind is different."

"How is it different?" Ling Zhenfei asked, intrigued.

Guo Jia said, "I want to take over the entire Modu market."

Ling Zhenfei was taken aback, thinking how similar Guo Jia's idea was to Qin Lan's, with the difference that Qin Lan had tried to force him to lower the price, which he couldn't accept. He wondered what Guo Jia's approach was.

Guo Jia continued, "Give me the Modu market. I'll handle transportation and sales. With my strength, Modu will soon belong to Xishan Manor."

Ling Zhenfei asked, "And the profits? How much do you want?"

Guo Jia thought for a moment, "I think twenty percent profit is reasonable."

Ling Zhenfei nodded, "Indeed, it's not high, but how can I be sure of your abilities?"

Guo Jia smiled, "Rest assured, I'm well-regarded in Modu. I'm the president of the Modu Restaurant Association. Do you think my words carry weight?"

Ling Zhenfei was shocked, not expecting Guo Jia's background to be so impressive. Being the president of the Restaurant Association was quite something.

Ling Zhenfei said, "Indeed, handing over this part of the business to you would lighten my load. With you covering the transportation costs, your profit margins are justifiable, as the distance from here to Modu is quite far."

Guo Jia chuckled, "That twenty percent is my bottom line and yours too. That's why I proposed it."

Ling Zhenfei nodded, "You're right. It's a win-win indeed. But there's another issue; sooner or later, Xi Shan Restaurant will enter the Modu market."

Guo Jia replied, "Of course, and it won't be just one restaurant. I think you'll need at least three to five branches because Modu has a much higher spending power than here. There are plenty of wealthy people."

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