Meeting a Talent (Part 1)

Chapter 48: Encountering a Talent (Part 1)

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The waiter found a table for Fan Yu and the two of them to sit down.

After they were seated, the waiter brought over the menu to take their order.

"Xi Xi, you order," Fan Yu said with a smile.

He casually flipped through the menu, ordering the most expensive cuts of meat and signature dishes from Mako's BBQ Restaurant. The waiter then turned and left.

Looking at Su Xi, Fan Yu asked curiously, "I see you eat quite a bit every day, but your figure never seems to change. Aren't you afraid of gaining weight eating high-calorie BBQ like this?"

Su Xi took a sip of mineral water. "I have a specialized nutritionist."

Fan Yu understood. People of Su Xi's status would have specialists for everything; he had forgotten that.

Not long after, the waiter brought the dishes, and Fan Yu and Su Xi began to eat.

The taste of this BBQ restaurant was indeed good, very unique. After eating here once, it made you want to come back again.

As the two of them were eating, they heard voices from the table next to them, which made Fan Yu curiously look over.

He saw a man and a woman sitting opposite each other at the next table. The man was burly, with thick eyebrows and big eyes, and a honest-looking face.

Opposite him sat a slender girl with long, flowing hair, dressed fashionably.

"You're a nice person, but you're not my type. You've seen my requirements. I drive a 500,000 yuan BMW 5 Series and have a net income of five to six hundred thousand a year. Do you think you can support me?" the woman said, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear as she spoke to the honest-looking man.

The man hesitated, stammering, "B-but, but this is what our parents want."

The woman sighed and asked, "Do you have a house?"

The man shook his head. "My mom said the housing prices in Magic City are too expensive, so she wants to buy me one back in my hometown."

"So you don't have one yet?"

"Do you have a car?" the woman asked, taking a sip of her juice.

"N-no, no, but I can earn money. I'll definitely buy one in the future." The man nervously clenched the hem of his shirt under the table.

"You don't have a house or a car, how can I be with you?"

"Don't say I'm materialistic, but shouldn't there be some guarantee for life?"

"Moreover, I don't want to leave Magic City because only Magic City offers the greatest development. You don't have a house, a car, or money, and now you don't even have a job. I'm sorry, I really can't accept this." The woman shook her head.

The man was sweating profusely. He had a very good impression of the woman he was on a blind date with. Although he was honest and not good at expressing himself, and also very self-conscious, he didn't know why, but he had liked this woman at first sight.

"I can find a job, I have skills. I inherited my grandfather's culinary skills. My grandfather always told me that he had prepared meals for the Premier multiple times when he was young. I learned his cooking skills, and as long as I apply to a restaurant, I'm sure I can become a head chef."

"Jiaojiao, you have to believe me. Also, I inquired, and if you can become a head chef at a hotel, you might even earn a million a year," Guo Lu said hopefully.

Zhao Jiao sneered, "Wake up, stop dreaming. Do you really believe what your grandfather said? And do you think it's that easy to become a hotel head chef?"

"A million a year? Even a hundred thousand would be too much for you."

"Alright, I have a live stream to do this afternoon, so I won't be staying with you. Please don't bother me again in the future."

After saying that, Zhao Jiao was about to pick up her LV bag and leave, but a voice made her stop.

"Excuse me, sorry to interrupt, but did I just hear this gentleman say that your grandfather cooked for the Premier?" Fan Yu walked over with a smile and said.

Guo Lu honestly replied, "Yes, yes, what's wrong?"

"Pfft!! You believe anything he says? His grandfather was indeed a cook, but I've never seen his grandfather cook. He spent his whole life bragging about his past when he was young, but unfortunately, no one in the entire village believed him."

Zhao Jiao and Guo Lu were from the same village, and their families knew each other. A few days ago, Zhao Jiao and Guo Lu's families were chatting in the village and heard that both children were in Magic City, so they intended to set them up.

However, Zhao Jiao was quite attractive. After coming to Magic City, she joined a media company and became a streamer. Because of her bold and open personality, she gained many fans and gradually earned money.

Guo Lu was the opposite. Because he was honest and reliable, even with his cooking skills, he was repeatedly rejected. Either the boss didn't think highly of him, or he was squeezed out by his colleagues. Over time, after a year in Magic City, he still couldn't find a stable job.

As of now, Guo Lu only had a little over five hundred yuan in his pocket, which he used to treat Zhao Jiao to a meal on their blind date. It was estimated that after paying the bill, he wouldn't have much left.

Fan Yu frowned slightly. "I wasn't asking you. Shut up."

"You..."

"Hmph, ungrateful."

With that, Zhao Jiao picked up her bag, swayed her hips, and left. When she reached the parking lot outside, she saw Fan Yu's old car and found it quite novel, so she took out her phone and posted a video on her platform.

Seeing Zhao Jiao leave, Guo Lu was very anxious. "Jiaojiao, don't go..."

Fan Yu leaned over and sat on the chair, smiling. "You can't keep a woman who lives such a refined life. Why don't you answer my question first? Perhaps you'll become successful in the future and meet a better woman."

Looking at Fan Yu opposite him, Guo Lu said, "What I said is true. My grandfather really cooked for the Premier when he was young. Do you believe me?"

Fan Yu nodded. "To be honest, I'm a little skeptical."

Guo Lu's eyes dimmed. He felt very wronged. Why didn't anyone believe him? Did his culinary skills have no place to be used?

Guo Lu was a person who was strong, down-to-earth, and hardworking, but this world was just like that. Even if you worked hard, you might not necessarily succeed. Many hardworking people were completely defeated by reality.

"Don't rush it yet. If you want others to believe you, you need to show your strength. I can give you an opportunity, would you like to try?" Fan Yu said reassuringly. "If I approve, I can offer you an opportunity to earn millions a year."

"Really?" Guo Lu looked up, saying excitedly.

Fan Yu nodded, "Of course. If you want this chance, come with me and show me your abilities."

"Okay, I'm willing." After being put down by Zhao Jiao, Guo Lu desperately wanted to become rich so no one would look down on him because of his status.

"Alright, let's go."

Su Xi had remained silent the entire time. As Fan Yu stood up, she asked, "Do you think he's capable?"

Su Xi knew Fan Yu intended to hire Guo Lu as a chef for The Bund, Number 22 Restaurant.

Fan Yu smiled faintly, "Let's give it a try. It won't cost us much anyway. If he's good, we'll keep him; if not, he can leave."

Just as Fan Yu was walking towards the cashier to pay.

A person walked in from outside.

Upon seeing the newcomer, the cashier and several nearby waitstaff respectfully called out, "Manager Li."

"It's fine, you all carry on. I'm just here to take a look."

The man was unremarkable in appearance but carried himself with great dignity.

However, when Manager Li inadvertently saw Fan Yu, his expression changed. From a distance, he called out to Fan Yu, "Mr. Fan?"

Fan Yu, who was talking to Su Xi, looked up upon hearing his name. Seeing a stranger, he asked, "Do you know me?"

Manager Li extended his hand and said, "Yes, yes, I'm friends with Mr. Chen from Tianfu Restaurant. He's always mentioning you, saying you're young and promising. He said you co-own a restaurant on The Bund, with a five-hundred-million investment. I've always wanted to meet you, Mr. Fan."

"Oh, hello, Manager Li."

With Manager Li being so polite, Fan Yu naturally didn't put on airs and shook his hand.

Guo Lu, standing behind Fan Yu, watched this scene with envy. He wondered when he would reach Fan Yu's level.

Wherever he went, people would greet him.

Guo Lu was only simple-minded, not foolish. Everyone had their own aspirations.