Chapter 0312: Spring Festival (Part 1)

There is an ancient poem: 'Once you have seen the vast ocean, it is hard to be satisfied with rivers.'

It means that after experiencing the magnificence of the ocean, one is rarely attracted to other rivers.

Of course, there are also many people with dirty minds who twist the meaning elsewhere. Regarding this, Zhao Fusheng claimed to be a pure old man who wouldn't have such thoughts.

As for the family business, Zhao Fusheng was clear that if he helped out, combined with his father's own abilities, they could make it big and strong within a few years.

After all, he had too many new ideas about sales in his head, every one of them a golden idea ahead of its time.

Even when the mall business grew and they had money, Zhao Fusheng could persuade his father to make other investments.

But the problem was, Zhao Fusheng didn't want his father to be the first to try something new.

As the saying goes, haste makes waste. Many things cannot succeed just because we want them to. If effort and fantasy could achieve anything, there would be far fewer pitiful people in this world. Perhaps getting a haircut really is just getting a haircut, without needing a pathetic statement.

But in reality, the phrase 'things turn out contrary to one's wishes' always brings inexplicable bitterness.

Zhao Fusheng didn't want to be a stepping stone for others, to fight tooth and nail as a pioneer, making all the mistakes and taking all the wrong paths, only for those who come after to succeed effortlessly. Then he would probably become the most tragic time traveler.

Zhao Fusheng was not Wang Yindi, who liked being the backdrop for others' headlines. In his view, although some parts of his memories were fuzzy, they were still useful.

Although not being a pioneer might mean not reaping the maximum profit, Zhao Fusheng knew that in any industry, the first to try something new doesn't always succeed.

There were too many such examples.

Fan Baobao's promotional event was very successful.

Within five days, the mall's revenue indeed increased significantly. After all, the 'Qingzui Girl' was constantly on TV, and suddenly appearing in real life surprised many people in Ninghai.

Not to mention that the mall's activities were very attractive. There were promotions during the Spring Festival, membership events, and on top of that, Fan Baobao's promotion. People thought it was fine: buy two hundred yuan worth of New Year goods and enter a lottery. If they won an autographed photo of a celebrity, they could take it home for their kids.

"Let me tell you, the scene was incredibly lively," Fan Baobao said excitedly to Zhao Fusheng.

Today was the 29th day of the twelfth lunar month. Since there was no 30th day this year, tonight was Spring Festival Eve. According to the plan, the family was going to eat at the mall, as the supermarket would be open until nine o'clock.

So Zhao Fusheng brought Fan Beibei to the market early. Fan Baobao had just finished her promotional event and was excitedly telling Zhao Fusheng about her happy experiences.

As Zhao Fusheng had said to Li Yuan, being able to help with the family business made Fan Baobao especially happy, giving her a sense of belonging and achievement.

Living under someone else's roof is ultimately not a long-term solution, but if you create value, you can enjoy others' care with peace of mind, because you earned it through your own labor.

Fan Baobao admitted she was poor now, but her stubborn personality meant she didn't think being poor entitled her to charity, nor did she consider taking advantage of others something to be proud of.

Affection is mutual. People treat you well because they are kind-hearted, but you shouldn't take it for granted. If you have the chance, you must repay them and do your best to help them.

Just like a saying that spread widely on the internet: 'We can be humble as dust, but not twisted as maggots.'

"Heh, it's because the holiday is coming, and people are here for the discounts," Zhao Fusheng said unceremoniously.

Fan Baobao had been quite arrogant lately, constantly showing off in front of him, as if she had contributed to the family while he could only stay home with the kids.

She completely forgot that it was he who had asked her to help and made this plan.

So Zhao Fusheng felt he should still fulfill his duty as a good mentor, constantly reminding her to realize that she was just a minor star, not yet at the level of commanding a following.

But clearly, his good intentions were completely in vain.

Because Fan Baobao didn't care at all!

"Haha, who cares about that? Anyway, Uncle said the mall's sales have increased a lot these days. Auntie and my mom both said I should come do three-day events every winter and summer break, make it a signature program for our family's mall," Fan Baobao said smugly.

Zhao Fusheng's pupils instantly dilated, and he looked at Fan Baobao with a strange expression: "You didn't agree, did you?"

"Why wouldn't I agree?" Fan Baobao looked at Zhao Fusheng as if he were absurd: "I've already arranged it with Auntie. From now on, I'll come do promotions for our family's mall every summer and Spring Festival, even after graduation."

Zhao Fusheng slapped his forehead and sighed: "Miss, do you think this is as easy as eating and drinking? What if you're filming elsewhere? And what if your agent finds out and brings up endorsement fees?"

Fan Baobao was taken aback, then gritted her teeth: "I don't care. Even if I'm at the ends of the earth, I have to come back. This is our family's business. Besides, Sister Hua will definitely be fine with it. She's really nice..."

Zhao Fusheng couldn't be bothered to argue with her. He understood that Fan Baobao was doing this for the good of his family. It seemed he would have to discuss this with Wang Jinghua himself later.

After all, occasionally helping the family business and endorsing their mall were two different concepts.

But Zhao Fusheng figured it wouldn't be a problem. Wang Jinghua would surely give him face. However, thinking about Fan Baobao coming back every summer and Spring Festival to do promotions, Zhao Fusheng felt the scene would be quite amusing.

"Brother, I'm hungry," Fan Beibei looked up and said to Zhao Fusheng just as he was about to speak.

The little girl was already four years old during the New Year. Li Yuan was considering hiring a nanny to help take care of her, since she herself had to be busy at the mall all day.

Zhao Fusheng thought it unnecessary. On one hand, nannies might not be reliable; if they mistreated the child, problems would arise. On the other hand, Zhao Fusheng felt that his parents and Li Yuan couldn't keep working at the mall like this long-term.

A proper enterprise's qualified boss doesn't get involved in daily management but knows how to delegate, finding the most suitable talent for each position.

From this, it was clear that Zhao Fusheng's father still had a lot to learn!