Chapter 65: Ch65: Meeting At A Brothel

Although Yang Shuo was the secret shopkeeper of the Restaurant of Bon Appetite. However, Han Tingxuan did not meet him at the Restaurant of Bon Appetite.

Han Tingxuan made an appointment at a brothel.

That was right. At a brothel! Han Tingxuan took a browse on the first floor of the Restaurant of Bon Appetite and went up to the second floor. He was satisfied that only three of the twenty private rooms on the second floor were empty and then he went downstairs. But he sent a message to the manager of the second floor saying that he needed to meet Yang Shuo.

However, Yang Shuo was, on the surface, a chef working for the Restaurant of Bon Appetite.

It was a surprise that Yang Shuo was good at cooking. He was the best to cook the five specialties launched by the Restaurant of Bon Appetite.

However, it was rare for him to cook. The one who cooked was his "apprentice." His biggest apprentice was already in his forties.

It was said that Yang Shuo was the last disciple of an old prestigious chef in the palace. Because of this, many cooks were keen on learning from Yang Shuo.

After receiving Han Tingxuan's message, the manager on the second floor went to look for Yang Shuo.

Although this was Han Tingxuan's first time in the Restaurant of Bon Appetite, they had met Han Tingxuan in secret when Han Tingxuan was still at the inn outside the City, including Yang Shuo.

That was why they all knew their boss the first time their boss came to the restaurant.

However, apart from the managers, no one else in the Restaurant of Bon Appetite knew that Han Tingxuan was the real boss.

There were three managers in the Restaurant of Bon Appetite, one for each floor. But on the surface, Qian Chong was the chief shopkeeper.

Therefore, only five people in the Restaurant of Bon Appetite knew Han Tingxuan!

Now take a look at the brothel that Han Tingxuan and Yang Shuo would meet up.

This brothel was called Emerald Red Chamber. When Han Tingxuan heard this name the first time, he got goosebumps.

Because it sounded like a name of a brothel that could be seen everywhere. More importantly, it sounded like it was not a nice place.

At that time, Han Tingxuan had said this: buy me a brothel. The brothel must be able to expand. Its original business was bad. The best scenario was that it was about to shut down. After buying it, run the business as usual until he came!

And then, Shadow Four bought the Emerald Red Chamber.

Although the business was running, as usual, no one came at night, let alone during the day. Outsiders did not notice that the owner of the business was already someone else.

Han Tingxuan sat in a private room for less than five minutes before Yang Shuo arrived.

Yang Shuo was a handsome man. He looked like he could make a great achievement in politics. Who would have thought that he was a chef?!

Just because of “small things” he had been doing, no one could pay attention to him when he did something big. Look at this so-called chef. He was responsible for many important things. More importantly, his martial arts were as good as Shadow Fours.

This was one thing that Han Tingxuan felt was unfair. How could Yanzhi and this Yang Shuo be excellent at martial arts and he could not?

It took Han Tingxuan half a month to finally figured out how many acupuncture points humans had, and where they were. Sometimes he got them wrong!

Then, he spent an additional over twenty days leading the internal force.

According to Haishan, he was so slow that could make his teacher cry.

He thought he was supposed to get advantages as a transmigrator. Why was he not cool or awesome or tough as he read on the fiction novels?

Every time he thought about it, it would hurt his feelings.

He only held that thought to himself. On the surface, Boss Han had to put on a proud face as a businessman. On the bright side, he did not feel pressure from those Kungfu masters.

Haishan commented to him that he was an ignorant fool. Han Tingxuan could not agree on this.

Haishan gave such a comment mostly because he was mad at Han Tingxuan for marrying his favorite apprentice.

The meaning between Haishan’s lines: You're so useless. How can you be worthy of my apprentice?! He did not say it out loud, but Han Tingxuan could get it because it still hurt his feelings.

Yang Shuo sat down. Although he could tell that Han Tingxuan did not know martial arts, he had a feeling that Han Tingxuan was mysterious. That was because Han Tingxuan made him think so.

At the very least, Yang Shuo thought that he had met a lot of people and was good at observing people or people's facial expressions. However, he failed again and again when he observed Han Tingxuan!

No matter what he said, Han Tingxuan did not get excited at all.

On the other hand, he felt very impressed when Han Tingxuan proposed some opinions, including ideas of some dishes. Because his ideas were amazing!

Because of this, he was impressed by Han Tingxuan who was still his age.

That was also why he was willing to work for him! Even if it was an order from the emperor, there was a difference between obeying orders and be willing to take orders!

"Sorry for making you wait," this was the first sentence that Yang Shuo said.

Han Tingxuan smiled and cupped his hands together. "No worries."

The two of them sat down and Han Tingxuan got right to the point, "The reason why I want to see you here is that I have plans to carry out in the Restaurant of Bon Appetite."

"Go ahead," Yang Shuo said immediately.

Han Tingxuan explained his thoughts directly along with details of what he needed to pay attention to.

"You must remember it cannot be done deliberately. Sometimes, we had to guide people to do brainstorms so that they can add their imagination, guesses. Even if their imagination is not correct, it can leave a deep impression on others. Remember the relationship between a point and an area last time we talked? Last time, I wanted you to make it reach an area. This time, I want you to get to the point. As for an area, leave someone else to make up for it.”

Yang Shuo was shocked by Han Tingxuan’s insights. After a long time, he cupped his hands together. "Brother Han, your thoughts blow my mind every time I see you. I am impressed.”

"Haha," said Han Tingxuan with a bright smile. "It's just a small plan."

Yang Shuo shook his head and smiled bitterly. "If you call it a small plan, what do you call our plans?"

"You are being modest." Han Tingxuan smiled, "Actually, last time I only came up with ideas and plans. The real one to fulfill them was you. Today I went to the Restaurant of Bon Appetite. I saw that you have done much more than the plan I gave to you. And you did a great job!”

Speaking of which, Yang Shuo smiled. "I just made a little improvement.”

Han Tingxuan smiled. "Improvement is learning and growth. If all the people below do exactly what I say without changing a bit, then I will be working too hard."

Yang Shuo shook his head slightly. "There is pros and cons of that"

"Sure. I agree with you," If it was something that must not be changed a bit but his people made an “improvement” inappropriately, everything would be screwed.

It was a good thing that Yang Shuo proposed a better way to improve his plan. He also made a detailed "plan" and sent it to him beforehand. Yang Shuo was a talent.

If Yang Shuo proceeded with his od without handing in the updated plan, even though the outcome would be good, it was not a good thing for a boss to have such a 'disobedient' employee.

People would make mistakes. What if he made a bad “improvement” and caused some trouble?

However, not all the plans that the boss came up with were correct. If there was someone who could be so smart as to offer a second opinion, there would be no worries about making mistakes.

It was a matter of balance.

Fortunately, Yang Shuo was very talented and quick-witted. He knew what and how much he could do.

He was the perfect employee that a boss could appreciate and trust.

The two of them talked something about the Restaurant of Bon Appetite, including some opinions and suggestions.

Then, Yang Shuo mentioned the brothel. He was puzzled why Han Tingxuan had bought this place.

Han Tingxuan smiled and said, "The best source of information is a hotel, an inn, and a brothel. Running an inn is quite difficult and less profitable, compared to running a brothel or a restaurant. We are running out of time. So my second industry is the brothel.”

Yang Shuo raised his eyebrows. "Are you saying that the brothel functions as the second floor of Restaurant of Bon Appetite?"

"Yes, if you put it that way. But there is another special meaning of the brothel. Disguise.”

"Disguise?" Yang Shuo gave it a thought for a moment and Han Tingxuan was in no hurry to explain. A moment later, Yang Shuo asked, "Are you saying that our people can disguise themselves as workers in the brothel?"

"You get it right. But this is one reason. I am not planning to make more explanations today. You can figure it out yourself." It was easy to talk to smart people!

Yang Shuo nodded, a hint of challenge in his eyes. "Okay, I see. I'll think about it."

"Well, since you have one guess right, then I won't interfere with who you will arrange to work at the brothel. Just remember to give me a list of names along with their profiles in detail. Besides, our people in the brothel only count for half of these workers.”

"Only half?" Yang Shuo was surprised. "Is it necessary?"

Han Tingxuan nodded seriously. "It's necessary!" It'd be best if there were only forty percent of us and sixty percent of ordinary people. Whether it was she-man prostitutes, or servant serving the prostitutes, or security guards.”

"I understand," Yang Shuo nodded.

Han Tingxuan did not continue but said, "Once you arrange enough workers, go to my residence three days later, alone and without being noticed."

"Alright, apart from your secret guards, I promise that no one will notice that I am there."

"Haha," Han Tingxuan smiled. "There is another person who will know!"

"Hmm?" Yang Shuo was confused. "Who?"

"My male wife! His martial arts are higher than yours! " Han Tingxuan said confidently.

Yang Shuo was surprised. "I heard that his Highness has extraordinary martial arts. I am looking forward to trying it out."

"It is no big deal. You will have a chance," Han Tingxuan stood up. "Alright, I have to leave now. Hope it is not big trouble for you.”

"You must be joking. How can you think it is trouble for an employee? It is my job!"

"Haha. You are more than that." Han Tingxuan smiled even bigger. "Big Brother says you're a friend. If I dare to take you as my subordinate, Big Brother will be unhappy!"

The smile on Yang Shuo's lips got bigger. "Alright, Brother Han."

Han Tingxuan didn't stay any longer and left first.

Yang Shuo left in secret one hour after Han Tingxuan left.

Han Tingxuan went shopping for something on the street.

Back home, he asked Mo Yanzhi's whereabouts and got the answer which was that he was in the bedroom. He rushed over.

When Han Tingxuan reached the door, Mo Yanzhi opened the door.

Han Tingxuan asked, "What are you doing in the room?"

Mo Yanzhi smiled and said, "Practicing martial arts."

"Uh…" Han Tingxuan was silent for a moment. Fine. He had not practiced martial arts today yet. "Well, I brought you something."

As Han Tingxuan said, he excitedly took out things that he had bought. His face was clearly saying that he needed compliments, which amused Mo Yanzhi