I stopped looking directly at Zuo Lan, forcibly calm myself down, took the boiled water handed over by Zuo Lan and took a sip of it, but it seemed like venting.

After drinking a glass of water, I put on my coat and said to Zuo Lan: "I'm leaving."

"It's only half past one, Lotte Mart's investment promotion department shouldn't be working yet. You can rest for a while."

"No." I said, and I picked up the car keys from the table and walked out the door.

"I'll go with you. You're not familiar with the road here. It just so happens that I have a sister who is the head of the finance department of Lotte Mart, who is also helping." Zuo Lan called me, then went to the sofa to pick up Pipi, and took Pipi to go with me.

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I drank and handed the car over to Zuo Lan. The road was a bit congested. When we arrived at Lotte Mart, it was already 2:15 in the afternoon, and it was their working hours.

Zuo Lan parked the car in the open-air parking lot and made another call. A moment later, a woman in her 27 or 28, wearing thin-edged glasses and professional clothes appeared at the entrance of the supermarket.

Zuo Lan said to me: "This is my friend, Bai Jing, let's go there."

I nodded and got out of the car with Zuo Lan.

Bai Jing waved her hand to Zuo Lan who was holding Pipi. When Zuo Lan approached, she immediately took Pipi from Zuo Lan, as if she was not kissing her enough: "Pipi little baby, I miss Bai Mother. A few days ago, your mother was on a business trip, and Bai Mother wanted to take you home, but Bai Mother was sick and didn't want to spread it to Pipi, just...!"

"Mom Bai, why do you say so much, I don't miss you!" Pipi interrupted Bai Jing calmly.

Bai Jing was even more happy and said to Zuo Lan: "Our son is getting cooler and cooler. I don't know how many little girls will fascinate in the future!"

Zuo Lan smiled with Bai Jing, and then introduced me to Bai Jing: "This is my friend Zhang Yixi."

When Bai Jing heard the three words "Zhang Yixi", his expression suddenly changed: "Are you Zhang Yixi?"

I was a little surprised at her attitude, but nodded and said, "Hello."

Before Bai Jing could answer my words, Zuo Lan said, "I'm here to ask you for help today. Zhang Yixi wants to rent a shop for catering in your Lotte Mart. You go and say hello to your investment promotion department and help build a high-quality shop."

"What can I do to help with such a small matter? There are still many shops on the first floor of our house that have not been rented out. Come with me, I will take you to find the investment promotion manager." Bai Jing glanced at me and said, as if she was not interested in me, and even disgusted. The reason for help was entirely aimed at Zuo Lan.

I followed Bai Jing to the investment promotion department. The manager of the investment promotion department received us. Because of Bai Jing, I immediately said that I would give me a cost-effective shop.

Bai Jing took Zuo Lan to her office to chat, and I took the store’s rental quotation form and accompanied by the manager of the investment promotion department to go to the first floor to inspect the shop.

After inspecting a few, I was not very satisfied. Most of them were because the business area was too large and I couldn't eat it. After a walk around, I finally found a shop about 130 square meters next to KFC, which was already open, which was exactly what I like.

I said to the investment manager: "This shop is pretty good, but the layout structure is a bit messy!" I did not show too much interest, but instead talked about a shortcoming and prepared for the price cut later.

"Boss Zhang, this shop is adjacent to KFC, and its popularity is absolutely guaranteed, but it is a gold shop!"

I changed the subject a little: "You Lotte Mart is quite courageous, you have eaten up the entire building!"

"When we entered the market, we talked with the developer about the entire building rental. We, Lotte Mart, are very confident in our investment capabilities and brand influence."

I smiled and said, "The Korean brand (Roman Mart Korean Supermarket) is quite good at packaging itself. Let's take a look at other shops." After saying that, he continued to walk forward with an indifferent look.

The investment manager looked at me suspiciously and tested me: "Boss Zhang, the shop was really good just now, but the rent was very high, and many people wanted it, but they were all back down because of the rent!"

I "smile" in my heart. This is the rhythm of being cut by me. He said this to prove that his psychological defense has loosened, but he still has some doubts about my financial resources. This is the case in the mall, fighting wits and courage is everywhere.

I seemed to be shaking the Cayenne car key in front of him inadvertently, and then said, "The shop is good, I think it's okay, but there is no climate around me. There are two shops empty, which will definitely affect the operation."

"The shop will be rented out sooner or later, and are you afraid of having no customers by relying on KFC?" The investment manager tried to further convince me. I judged that this shop made him very difficult, and there must be many people talking about it, but not many reliable ones. He wished to rent out this hot potato as soon as possible, so he would save trouble.

"Haha, KFC? Now is no longer the era when these foreign fast foods create myths in China. It is not good to be overly superstitious about KFC! Besides, it is difficult to form a climate with his family alone. I think KFC has put a lot of pressure on you. I hope you rent out the surrounding shops as soon as possible to form a climate." I said with a smile.

The investment manager smiled wryly: "Boss Zhang, your eyes are so poisonous, you really guessed... You are Manager Bai's friend, so I won't hide it from you. The above has indeed explained that you rent out the shop as soon as possible, even if you sacrifice some price!"

"Actually, the price is not a problem. I am not very acceptable to you in the way you pay."

"What do you mean?"

"You are paying rent annually now, right?"

The investment manager nodded and said, "Yes, we pay large shops annually, smaller shops per quarter, and shops on the third floor are all allowed to pay monthly, as long as you pay enough deposit!"

I smiled and shook my head, didn't say anything, and continued to move forward.

The investment manager followed me and asked, "What do you mean?"

At this time, the investment manager was completely in a passive position. Besides, I didn’t have to ask for this shop, so I simply spoke: “My intention is to pay the monthly payment. Of course, we must pay the deposit sufficiently. In addition, the rent is reduced by 10% on the existing basis every month, which is the requirement.”

The investment manager shook his head repeatedly: "Boss Zhang, you are too unrealistic. Your requirements are completely beyond my authority!"

I said in a calm tone: "If you exceed it, apply. Anyway, I have this condition. If you can approve it, I can sign a contract at any time. If I can't approve it, I can notify me in advance and I can consider other companies. In short, I am sincere and give you the initiative. You can do your best, okay?"

The investment manager looked embarrassed and asked after a while: "If you pay it monthly, will you be sure to pay the full deposit? If you confirm, I will apply."

"Don't worry, if you are not sure, isn't it a waste of everyone's time? Just go and negotiate, there is no problem with my margin."

"Okay, then wait for my news!"

I nodded and felt relieved. This shop is indeed the best shop at present. Once the business district here forms a climate, the fat guys will definitely become a money-making machine here.

The reason why I want monthly rent is because the budget is really insufficient. The annual rent here is 300,000. It is impossible to pay the rent annually. If I do, paying more than 20,000 yuan a month is completely affordable. Moreover, the fast food industry is the fast consumption industry, and the funds are recovered very quickly. Once I get back, the payment of rent is not a big problem. Since I chose this place, I will be 90% sure of making money. I judge that the business district here will definitely form a climate soon.

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