Married the Tough Guy After Transmigrating-Chapter 136 - 137 Discussing Cooperation with the Food Factory

Chapter 136: Chapter 137 Discussing Cooperation with the Food Factory

The recipe was something even Director Hong couldn’t easily acquire, so he went directly to the director of the food factory to discuss the matter.

The director of the food factory was initially reluctant, but as the restaurant’s duck dishes became increasingly popular,

after trying it himself, he no longer needed Director Hong to approach him; he came on his own.

The director of the food factory was a middle-aged man with a bald head, with only a few stray hairs on top and a shiny bald spot at the back.

Standing there, if he weren’t introduced as the director, no one would believe it. Xu Ying’s first impression of him was that he seemed particularly sleazy.

He looked like the kind of person who enjoyed embezzling, which made Xu Ying hesitant to proceed.

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“Hello, Mr. Sun, this is our restaurant’s head chef, Master Xiao Xu.” Director Hong then introduced Xu Ying: “Xiao Xu, this is Mr. Sun, the factory director.”

Mr. Sun smiled at Xu Ying with an amiable expression, but to Xu Ying, he still seemed sleazy.

The system’s voice rang out, “Host, how can you think of people like that? You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. What’s it to you if he’s bald!”

This was the first time Xu Ying had been reprimanded by the system, and to her surprise, she found it funny.

“Hello, Mr. Sun.”

“Master Xiao Xu, let’s talk in my office. Is it true that you’re willing to give us the recipe?” Mr. Sun asked excitedly, “Just name your terms.”

The thought of potential foreign exchange income for the country made Mr. Sun feel a surge of pride in his chest.

Xu Ying said with a distressed look, “Director, this recipe has been passed down through generations in my family. My parents don’t even know I’m offering it.

I’m a bit anxious about this. But as the director, you wouldn’t shortchange me. You determine what seems appropriate.”

Mr. Sun immediately looked serious and glanced apologetically at Director Hong.

Director Hong, upon seeing this look, felt an ominous premonition, his scalp tingling.

Sure enough, Mr. Sun considered for a moment and said, “Master Xiao Xu, with your talent for culinary creation, why not work at our food factory?

Any product you develop will earn you bonuses and commissions from us.

Moreover, if you work at our factory, you’ll receive an official worker’s salary right off the bat.”

Hearing this, Director Hong could no longer remain calm: “Mr. Sun, isn’t this a bit unethical? I’m introducing you to business, and here you are trying to poach our staff.”

Mr. Sun felt a bit guilty but quickly stood his ground, shamelessly saying, “Director Hong, with Xiao Xu’s capabilities, how can you let him just be a head chef? That would bury his talents.

Working at our factory is perfect; more dishes can be developed, and if foreign companies take an interest, they can be exported.

Your state-owned restaurant only serves domestic customers, whereas our food factory distributes products all over.”

Director Hong, his face flushed with anger, retorted, “Mr. Sun, isn’t this unreasonable? I was helping you, and now you’re poaching my staff. Had I known, I wouldn’t have helped.”

Director Hong repeated these sentiments, though inside he was seething with anger.

He turned to Xu Ying and asked, “Xiao Xu, what do you think of this? Are you interested in working at the food factory?

There are so many people there, not like our restaurant, where there are fewer people and fewer problems.” He nearly added that there were more people there with more scheming minds.

This young girl venturing into such a place would practically be devoured whole.

Xu Ying smiled and said, “Mr. Sun, thank you for the offer, but I still prefer cooking.

Regarding product development, it won’t interfere with my restaurant job. If possible, how about I work part-time at your factory?”

Mr. Sun, having tasted Xu Ying’s cooking, trusted her skills, as her culinary prowess was undeniable.

Realizing the contributions she’d make to the factory, he agreed, nodding, “Alright, we’ll do as you suggested.”

Mr. Sun didn’t forget to paint a rosy picture: “Xiao Xu, as long as you dedicate yourself to developing foods for our factory and make contributions, I, Old Sun, will treat you well.

This duck dish recipe, I’ll take it back to the factory right away. If it sells well, you’ll definitely receive a hefty bonus.”

Xu Ying accepted the promise, not because of Mr. Sun’s words, but because she trusted her culinary skills.

Before leaving, Xu Ying reminded Mr. Sun, “The duck dish recipe mustn’t be leaked. Have the workers prepare it separately.

Later, have them sign a non-disclosure agreement.”

Mr. Sun nodded, impressed by Xu Ying’s meticulous approach.

Though he trusted his workers, the duck dish was unique to their factory. He couldn’t afford others getting envious and resorting to unsavory tactics.

“Alright, I understand.” Suddenly, Mr. Sun thought of another matter: “What did you mean by ordering?”

“Regarding ordering, I’ve already secured a source. There aren’t many duck farms around, and our Director Hong searched high and low.

Most of them have exclusive partners and refused to supply us, so Director Hong painstakingly found a farm.

We signed a long-term collaboration agreement.” After speaking, Xu Ying looked at Director Hong.

Mentioning this brought a smile to Director Hong’s face. Xiao Xu indeed had foresight.

“Mr. Sun, this farm outside the county signed a contract with us. If you want this source, it might be difficult.

However, we, the state-owned restaurant, aren’t stingy. We’re all striving for the country’s good. Of course, if you want this source, we can share.”

Mr. Sun’s face lit up at these words, though being an old fox, he said, “Since Director Hong is so generous, I, Old Sun, will ensure that.

In the future, any products developed by Xiao Xu will be sold to you first.”

Director Hong’s face turned dark; the nerve of this man, he’d conceded so much, yet the other still wanted to profit off him.

“Furthermore, whenever we launch new products, we’ll give each employee at the state-owned restaurant a free unit. Plus, we’ll only charge you the cost price for products sold to you.”

Hearing this made Director Hong beam with joy. This was excellent news. Since they began making the duck dish, the restaurant’s revenue increased significantly.

But each location was busier, and staff was insufficient. Originally, he thought of hiring more for each place. Sourcing from Mr. Sun could save them a lot of money.

Looking at Mr. Sun, he was full of admiration: “Hehe, Mr. Sun is truly generous.”

After Mr. Sun left, Gao Guihua couldn’t help but rush over, gossiping, “Director Hong, what did Mr. Sun come here for? Is it true he’s getting the duck dish recipe?”

Seeing Gao Guihua, Director Hong’s expression soured. Lifang had mentioned to him how Gao Guihua often targeted Master Xiao Xu.

She was good at causing trouble despite having no real skills.

“The recipe belongs to Master Xiao Xu. It’s up to him to decide who to give it to.” Director Hong replied irritably.

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