"This book … cafe is called a book cafe, right? It's a combination of a bookstore and a coffee shop. That's what the shop's slogan says. This book cafe's business is really good."
Theodore looked at the building across the road and said enviously.
He saw that the book cafe was full of people. Some were quietly reading books, while others were whispering to each other. The common point was that there was a very special drink on the table.
These guests all had tranquil smiles on their faces. The atmosphere seemed to be joyous and harmonious.
It was said that this was also a new exclusive drink invented by the book cafe. It was called pearl milk tea, and it attracted a large number of customers as soon as it was put on the shelves. The demand couldn't meet the demand, and many customers who came because of its reputation couldn't buy it.
However, the rarer something was, the more expensive it was. Being unable to buy it instead made this novel drink more famous. Although few people had tried it, many people said that this pearl milk tea was very delicious.
It made people even more curious.
Theodore stared at the crowded heads and added, "It's a little abnormal."
Ma Nan, who was standing next to him, threw the burnt cigarette butt to the ground and crushed it with the tip of his leather shoe. He then tightened his leather jacket and asked, "What's abnormal?"
He pointed at the completed building behind him. "This place will be more lively in the future, under the influence of our Rohr resources."
Ma Nan's tone was full of pride because he was the person in charge of this project, personally appointed by the eldest daughter. One second to remember http://m.9biquge.com
He was a northerner and had the standard appearance of a northerner. He had black hair and brown eyes, and he lacked three-dimensional features. Thus, he grew a beard to make his appearance less conspicuous to a certain extent.
He had been with Ji Bonong for a long time. Although he couldn't be considered a true confidant, he was still a capable person. Only very important projects would let him supervise.
Thus, in his opinion, although this place looked remote, it was definitely a place with great potential.
And that bookstore was the best evidence to prove this point.
Theodore was just one of the merchants who came to ask about the rental price of the shop today.
It was just that he himself was a somewhat famous second-hand bookseller, so he paid attention to his peers.
Theodore shook his head and smiled. "Maybe I'm being paranoid. I don't think those customers are reading. Instead, they look like …"
He hesitated for a moment, as if he was searching for a word that could accurately describe it. Finally, he said hesitantly, "It looks like a prayer … Haha, my imagination must be too rich."
As Theodore spoke, he couldn't help but laugh. Even he found it ridiculous.
This was just a bookstore, not a church. How could they be praying? If they were praying, were they praying to the God of Milk Tea?
Ma Nan laughed and said, "That bookstore's business is very interesting. Maybe you can learn from it. After all, traditional bookstores aren't very popular these days. I heard that your business hasn't been doing well recently. Don't be like that bookstore. The rent won't be refunded."
He half-jokingly pointed at the old bookstore next to the book cafe.
Theodore's gaze also turned there. He had noticed the bookstore without a signboard from the beginning. Even the only customer came out empty-handed with a heavy heart. He went to the bookstore to buy a drink and left with a satisfied expression.
It was obvious that there was no business at all.
"Of course not. Although the book business isn't doing well, I still have a group of regular customers. Also … I'm going to sell some of my antique books. I believe the nobles and scholars will be very interested."
He smiled in agreement. On the surface, he looked calm, but in his heart, he felt a sense of sadness.
Just as Ma Nan had said, bookstores had declined. Ever since computers became popular, reading stored on the screen gradually became popular. Perhaps one day, people would abandon books as well.
But before that, he was still willing to be a bookseller.
"That's good." Ma Nan patted him on the shoulder and said, "Sign the contract later. No.16 on the first floor will be your shop. Luo Er Resources will advertise the opening of this commercial city. Good luck."
The specific terms and profit distribution had already been discussed. They were just chatting now.
Theodore had a sincere smile on his face as he secretly heaved a sigh of relief.
Recently, he had received a special book and was targeted by some people. He had no choice but to give up his original store and switch to Rolle Resources.
He hoped that those people would hold back because of this …
The cooperation was pleasant, and the atmosphere naturally relaxed.
Ma Nan lit up another cigarette, took a deep breath, exhaled the smoke, and smiled mysteriously: "Actually, I've heard some rumors, saying that someone saw the young mistress come to visit this bookstore, and that the owner of the bookstore has some magical ability … However, it's all nonsense."
Theodore was stunned. He didn't expect the person in charge to be so gossipy. He shook his head. "Maybe she wants to create public opinion to attract customers … This strategy is often used. But to do this, this bookstore must be at the end of its road."
Also, this was too ridiculous. Not to mention magical powers, how could the young mistress of Rolle Resources come to such a place?
Ma Nan laughed loudly. "That's right. How could it be? Hahaha … Urghhh!"
Halfway through his laughter, he suddenly seemed to choke. His mouth was wide open, his eyes were wide, and his face was red. He looked very pained.
Theodore was shocked and hurriedly reached out to help him. Seeing Ma Nan's blank eyes, he couldn't help but follow his gaze.
In front of the old and ordinary bookstore, a black car was parked. It looked very high-end.
A strange premonition arose in Theodore's heart.
Ma Nan finally calmed down. The person in charge of the project was dumbfounded. Looking at the person who got out of the car, his mind went blank for a moment. He couldn't be more shocked. "Young, young mistress?!"
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Lin Jie was thinking about how to package the Philosopher's Stone and give it to his very capable assistant as a reward.
Outside the bookstore, a black luxury car stopped at the entrance.
The middle-aged driver in a well-ironed black suit was the first to get out of the car. He then walked to the back and opened the door. He bowed slightly in a calm manner and placed one hand on the top of the door to prevent the people in the car from hitting their heads. The other hand made a gesture of invitation.
Ji Zhixu's slender and fair legs landed on the ground first. Her black high heels accentuated her slender and beautiful ankles. Then came her graceful body in a dress of the same color. Her beautiful face and the red diamond earrings on both sides of her cheeks.
She looked at the bookstore that she hadn't seen in a long time and let out a long breath.
The driver had already walked to the trunk of the car and pulled out a heavy suitcase.
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