AWB Chapter 231: Maybe Still Alive
Chapter 231: Maybe Still Alive
She first selected a prime location and decisively purchased several connected shops. She then invited a group of skilled craftsmen to prepare to connect these shops and carry out a comprehensive renovation project.
"Miss, do we really want to buy such a large store?"
Su Yue was surprised, her eyes full of disbelief.
"If we are going to do it, we have to do it on a grand scale. The number of wealthy people in Yanjing far exceeds that in Qingzhou, and their tastes are even more discerning. If our pharmacy wants to be truly profitable, the key lies in tonics and beauty-enhancing medicinal materials. These products are tailor-made for wealthy people. If the store front is not high-end and imposing enough, they will disdain to patronize it."
In a remote place like Shiya County, her customer base was accumulated bit by bit through her personal door-to-door sales and offering free trials.
The wealthy class in Yanjing attaches great importance to the pomp of consumption places. It is difficult for them to even step into the threshold without an invitation. The only way to attract them to come on their own initiative is to maintain a high-end image of the store.
Along the way, she found that most herbal medicine stores were still conservative and only sold medicinal herbs that were common on the market.
Once her pharmacy opens, it will surely surpass its peers in quality and scale.
A small trial in Shiya County has proved that wealthy families greatly benefit from such services - men seek longevity, women yearn for eternal youth, and the elderly are more concerned about health care.
She has already prepared her own secret recipes for all these needs, and is only waiting for the right time to show her skills.
It was precisely because of the certainty deep in her heart that she dared to pour almost all of her savings, like a gamble, into this store located in the heart of the prosperous Yanjing City.
You know, in this place where every inch of land is valuable, the value of a shop's land is comparable to dazzling gold. If you are not careful, you will be doomed.
Su Yue's heart was filled with indescribable excitement, and her voice was full of longing and confidence for the future: "Miss, you will surely become a dragon among men. The master used to proudly say that your business insight is even sharper than his!"
This praise is not only a recognition of Cui Rongrong, but also an infinite expectation for the future.
Cui Rongrong, this extremely intelligent woman, has received special cultivation and careful education from her father since childhood. Her smiling mouth always seems to hide endless wisdom.
Facing Su Yue's slightly worried question: "Will the eldest lady really not cause us any more trouble?"
The smile in Cui Rongrong's eyes faded slightly, with a bit of indifference, as if she had seen through the world: "I guess so."
The fact was just as Cui Rongrong had expected. Ever since Song Yanyi had returned to Beijing and had a quick meeting with them, he had never appeared in their sight again.
Although she was not 100% sure in her heart, Cui Rongrong understood that the current situation was the best outcome.
After half a month of intensive preparation and decoration, the three-story store finally has a brand new look.
On the first floor, there is a wide variety of common medicinal materials, exuding the natural fragrance of plants and trees; the second floor is a private room specially designed for distinguished guests, which not only provides carefully prepared medicinal meals, but also various nourishing pills and beauty products that can make people stay young forever; and the third floor is Cui Rongrong's private living space, which is simple and elegant.
Three days later, the door of Jinshangtang slowly opened amid the sound of festive firecrackers. Strings of red firecrackers exploded in front of the store, like festive messengers, attracting the attention of passers-by.
Su Yue held a gong in her hand, her voice clear and full of enthusiasm: "Jin Shang Tang is opening today with great luck. All medicinal materials are on sale at special prices, and each customer will receive a special medicine capsule for free. It can refresh the mind, soothe the nerves and help sleep, and repel insects and prevent diseases. It has many functions! In addition, our store has a doctor on duty, and free consultations are available in the first three days of opening. We sincerely invite you to come and buy, and join us in the celebration!"
The crowd passing by exclaimed in admiration: "This pharmacy is truly unique. Even the city's high-end restaurants would have to bow down to its grandeur."
"Look, there is a menu of medicinal dishes hanging on the second floor. These dishes are all cooked with precious medicinal herbs. They look fresh and new."
"Is the medical treatment really free today? This is really rare!"
Su Yue smiled gently and responded patiently: "That's true, but the opportunity is only available in the first three days of opening, so everyone should hurry up."
As she finished her words, the crowd seemed to be drawn by an invisible force and rushed into the store.
Some came to join in the fun, while others wanted to get a bargain. Soon, the store was crowded and bustling.
Amid the commotion, some people questioned the female doctor sitting in the clinic: "Why is it a female doctor? Is her medical skills reliable?"
Cui Rongrong responded calmly to such questions: "The first three days of treatment are free. Wouldn't it be a pity not to give it a try? If you are not satisfied with my diagnosis, you will not lose anything."
"That makes sense!"
Someone in the crowd echoed loudly.
Since there is no charge, people are naturally willing to give it a try.
At first, perhaps it was just out of curiosity and a desire to get a bargain, but who would have thought that this female doctor actually had extraordinary medical skills. She could accurately diagnose a disease with just one glance, and the medicine she prescribed often showed results after just a few doses. Even the waist and leg pain that had plagued me for years was greatly relieved by her plasters.
Soon, Jinshangtang's reputation spread like wildfire and people came to seek medical treatment in an endless stream.
On the other side, a hurried little maid ran to Xie's house and brought shocking news.
"Is it really Cui Rong?!"
The third lady's expression suddenly turned ugly.
"I saw it with my own eyes, there is no way I could be wrong. It was the cousin who was kicked out! Not only is she proficient in pharmacology, she is also a good doctor. The medicine sachets sold in the store are exactly the same as the ones she used on me back then."
"How is it possible that she is still alive and has the ability to open such a large-scale store!"
Xie Xiuyun asked sharply, her tone full of disbelief.
The investment cost of such a primely located store would probably be as high as several thousand taels of silver.
And she, had to live hard on a mere twenty taels of silver pocket money every month!
That impoverished orphan girl, Cui Rong, actually hid such a huge fortune!
The Third Madam sneered, with a sinister look in her eyes: "I guess the First Madam must not let her in, so she staged that farce so that she could leave."
Xie Xiuyun was so anxious that she kept jumping up and down: "Mom, this girl has been eating and drinking at our house for a year without giving a penny! Now she has easily taken out so much money to open a store. We can't just give up like this!"
"Forgive? If it weren't for her, how could I have angered Master Yuan and even the entire Yongchang Marquis' Mansion?"
The third lady's eyes were full of resentment.
Originally, he thought that killing Xie Xiuzhu by borrowing a knife would clear the obstacles for Xie Xiuyun, but unexpectedly, Xie Xiuzhu was unharmed.