"So this is where my conflict with Mr. Ling arises. We're just using the four words 'Xi Shan Restaurant', along with vegetables from Xishan Manor, to give thirty percent of the profits, which is already a very large profit."

Ma Long said, he is a very professional investor and knows how to maximize profits.

Ling Zhenfei said: "Actually, the biggest cost of opening a restaurant in the Capital City is the rent issue. According to estimates, the annual income of a restaurant in the Capital City can reach hundreds of millions, with rent roughly around ten to twenty million.

As for workers' wages, they are a drop in the ocean. Add various expenses, at most only need thirty percent. Since that's the case, why should I cooperate with Young Master Ma."

Ling Zhenfei's words were carefully thought out, which is also why he is unwilling to cooperate with Ma Long.

Chu He said: "I think the most suitable price is fifty-fifty. Xishan Manor provides the vegetables, brand, and preliminary technology, while International Plaza provides the storefront and later management, this way it's a win-win."

"Yes, I also think fifty-fifty is more suitable," Zhang Kang said, but his confidence was clearly lacking.

Ma Long was his boss and daring to speak to his boss this way was already quite remarkable.

Ma Long laughed: "A fifty-fifty split is absolutely impossible. Do you know how popular our entire International Plaza is? Do you know the rent for such a large area?

And do you really think the brand of Xi Shan Restaurant is really worth that much? Aren't you overestimating your value a bit?"

Although Ma Long was smiling, his words were barbed.

Ling Zhenfei said: "I said it, I just knew we couldn't come to terms. Since Young Master Ma wants to cooperate, then show a cooperative attitude, don't always act high and mighty.

The Capital City is such a big market, I don't necessarily have to cooperate with Young Master Ma. I think even if I want seventy percent, there are plenty of people willing to cooperate with me."

Ma Long's face darkened: "Mr. Ling, you also know that premium vegetables are not exclusive to Xishan Manor alone. I don't necessarily have to cooperate with you, and offending the Ma Family won't end well."

Ling Zhenfei felt like laughing after listening: "No worries, I, Ling Zhenfei, know when to stand and walk and when to kneel."

Ling Zhenfei stood up and said to Chu He and the others: "Let's call it a night, I'll head back first."

After finishing, Ling Zhenfei stood up and walked out, just like last time in the Provincial City, always ending on a bad note after a conversation with Ma Long.

Ling Zhenfei walked outside and Li Ru chased out from inside, catching up to Ling Zhenfei.

"Negotiations with Ma Long didn't go well, but you don't have to leave so hurriedly. Why bother arguing with him?"

Ling Zhenfei said: "I just can't stand his attitude, even going so far as to threaten me. I won't sit with such people."

Li Ru said: "Alright then, let's leave. Let Chu He and Zhang Kang handle Ma Long. If we can't be friends, we shouldn't become enemies either."

The two walked down from the top floor of International Plaza, and the banquet ended unhappily. Just reaching the entrance, they suddenly saw someone approaching from the opposite side.

This person was surrounded by a large entourage and exuded a powerful aura, clearly not ordinary. With many wealthy and influential people in the Capital City, many kept their distance from them.

But someone beside the leader whispered something, and then that person looked over at Ling Zhenfei.

Ling Zhenfei also looked over at the person, who was surprised upon seeing Ling Zhenfei and walked over briskly.

"Divine Doctor Ling, why are you here?"

Of course, Ling Zhenfei knew who this person was: "It turns out to be Mr. Sima, are you also here for a meal?"

Yes, this person was Si Mayang, the wealthy Si Mayang, who Ling Zhenfei had treated for a difficult ailment before. If it weren't for Ling Zhenfei at the time, Si Mayang might have been ruined for life.

"Yes, Divine Doctor Ling, it's so good to see you again. You're my benefactor, and I've always been very grateful to you."

Previously at Sima Yang's residence, where Ling Zhenfei helped treat him, a lot of unpleasant things happened during treatment, but fortunately, the end result was good, Ling Zhenfei didn't want to dwell on those.

"No need to thank me, it's fate that we meet."

Sima Yang was very happy that Ling Zhenfei didn't dwell on past issues, and actually grabbed Ling Zhenfei's hand.

He said to Ling Zhenfei: "Divine Doctor Ling, ever since you cured me, I've been showing remarkable prowess, and my wife is pregnant. I'm here with some brothers to celebrate."

Sima Yang was very happy in front of Ling Zhenfei, speaking freely without reservation.

"Oh, then I won't disturb you. Go ahead and celebrate."

But Sima Yang said: "That won't do. It's been a while since I've seen you. I must have a couple of drinks with you."

Ling Zhenfei said: "That wouldn't be appropriate, you have so many brothers here."

Sima Yang said: "They're just here for the fun, I'll send them all back."

After finishing, without waiting for Ling Zhenfei to agree, Sima Yang said to the people behind him: "You all go eat by yourselves, and just charge it to my account. I'm going to catch up with Divine Doctor Ling today."

The crowd didn't dare say anything, since Sima Yang was wealthy. After saying goodbye, they left, leaving only a bodyguard and a female assistant with Sima Yang.

Sima Yang said to Ling Zhenfei: "Alright, not many people left. Let's go, the Bright Moon Residence upstairs is quite nice."

Ling Zhenfei said: "Forget Bright Moon Residence; I just came down from there. Let's go somewhere quieter."

Sima Yang thought for a moment and said: "Then let's go to the Youth Base next door. Don't be misled by the name; the food inside is quite good."

Ling Zhenfei didn't mind, since eating was just eating, and then Sima Yang led Ling Zhenfei and Li Ru over there.

Sima Yang glanced at Li Ru and then softly spoke to Ling Zhenfei: "This should be your sister-in-law, right? She's got quite the temperament, certainly better than my wife."

Sima Yang's wife was very beautiful; Ling Zhenfei had seen her when he was at Sima Yang's home. Although Li Ru was also very beautiful, the two women had different kinds of beauty.

It seems a man's flaw is always seeing other people's wives looking better.

Ling Zhenfei glanced at Li Ru, uncertain how to respond to Sima Yang's remarks.

"This is my elder sister, not like you think."

Sima Yang looked at Ling Zhenfei and then at Li Ru, chuckling as if he understood something: "Same, same."

They quickly arrived at the restaurant Sima Yang mentioned, Youth Base, which looked very youthful. Originally thought it would be very noisy inside, but once entered, it was very quiet.

It's a very chic place, and the fact that a nouveau riche like Sima Yang could come here shows that this little restaurant definitely has its own standout aspects.

Evidently, Sima Yang was a regular here. As soon as they entered, a waiter greeted them: "Mr. Sima has arrived, please come inside."

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