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Chapter 448 - 264: The First Cup on Opening Day_2

Chapter 448: Chapter 264: The First Cup on Opening Day_2

Rather than calling it renting, it was more like the two of them jointly operating a love nest, which had far more symbolic meaning than monetary value.

"These days are getting better and better," Chen Cheng remarked with a sigh.

Meng Wanning replied with a smile, "Is it because of me?"

"What else?"

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Before leaving the capital, Chen Cheng had another matter to attend to—the opening of Camellia.

The day after Meng Wanning found a place to live, the buzz around Big Willow Tree far exceeded normal days.

Yu Xinwei had pre-announced her endorsement for Camellia on her various social platforms and promised to appear in person on opening day at one of these dozen stores to make milk tea for customers.

This sent her fans into a frenzy.

Even before the opening time arrived, the streets nearby Big Willow Tree were already packed and impassable.

Fans held up light boards and posters, shouting Yu Xinwei’s name, a scene comparable to that of a major fan-chasing event.

Chen Cheng, witnessing this bustling scene, couldn’t help but marvel at Yu Xinwei’s enormous influence.

He was well aware that this publicity stunt would most certainly bring a huge success to Camellia.

"This is too crazy, Dacheng!" Feng Biao’s fleet had started early to transport materials and had barely made it back to Wanbao Hall when he exclaimed:

"You have no idea, the streets around here are all packed with people. The doors aren’t even open yet, but there are long lines outside every milk tea shop!"

Chen Cheng sat leisurely inside the shop, "This is exactly the effect we wanted! Otherwise, how would our small brand compete with the others."

Feng Biao also laughed joyfully. He came to sit beside Chen Cheng, "Now our brand has truly made a splash, we’ve hit the big time!"

"Being a hit is a good thing, but operations and management are key going forward."

Chen Cheng reminded him, "Now we’re relying on Xinwei’s popularity, but in the future, we’ll have to rely on our products and services. Tell the staff, they must ensure quality and keep up with service. Don’t tarnish our reputation."

"Food safety is of utmost importance!"

Feng Biao nodded seriously, "Don’t worry, Dacheng, I’ve got everything arranged. The staff are well-trained, and the raw materials are all top-notch; there won’t be any issues."

He rubbed his hands excitedly, "Now I’m just worried we won’t have enough milk tea to sell! Should we add more raw materials in the afternoon? I can have the warehouse prepare in advance."

"Keep an eye on it at all times. Today, people can’t rest, and the cars can’t stop," Chen Cheng gave his instructions: "Make sure the supplies at the flagship store, where Yu Xinwei will be, are sufficient."

"Copy that!" Feng Biao replied and hurried off to get busy.

Yu Xinwei emerged from the Camellia private room, and her appearance excited the employees at Wanbao Hall even more.

They hadn’t imagined that their boss would bring in such a hot celebrity for an endorsement, who was even wearing a Camellia uniform, something utterly beyond their wildest dreams.

"Mr. Chen." Yu Xinwei had been waiting for news from Chen Cheng since their brief encounter in Qianzhou.

When she finally received a call, it was to inform her that they were opening for business.

This made her feel somewhat disappointed, but since she had promised Chen Cheng, she could only comply.

Chen Cheng put down his teacup, looking at her in the neat Camellia uniform—a blue dress with a brown belt and a delicate little hat, quite fitting.

"You’ve worked hard today." Chen Cheng stood up, "Your fans have already started queuing."

Yu Xinwei was no stranger to such scenes, "I’m just worried... I’ve never made milk tea..."

Chen Cheng gave a faint smile, "You just need to stand there. I’ll have the store manager help you out."

Yu Xinwei nodded, "Okay."

"Let’s go, I’ll take you there." Chen Cheng gestured with his hand, and Yu Xinwei followed his pace.

After leaving Wanbao Hall, they got into the car.

"Xiao Hai, go through the back door of the flagship store," Chen Cheng ordered.

Chen Donghai started the car and drove towards the store about two kilometers away from Wanbao Hall, just as Chen Cheng requested.

"You don’t have to stay the whole day." Chen Cheng’s hand casually rested on Yu Xinwei’s leg, saying, "Two hours maybe, I know you’re also quite busy."

"Hmm, Mr. Chen, I today..."

Chen Cheng laughed and pulled out a room card from his pocket, "After it’s done, Xiao Hai will take you to the hotel. Have your driver leave, and you can still ride in my car, it won’t attract paparazzi."

Yu Xinwei felt the warmth on her leg and her heartbeat sped up slightly.

She lowered her eyelids, concealing the ripples in her heart, and said softly, "Thank you, Mr. Chen."

Chen Cheng naturally withdrew his hand, as if the movement was just accidental, "No need to be polite, it’s what I should do."

He raised his eyebrows, "Later, you should rest up first. I’ll come by in the evening."

Yu Xinwei’s heart raced, knowing well that today was the day to change her way of addressing him, "Hmm..."

The car soon arrived at the back door of the flagship store.

Yu Xinwei quickly got out of the car and took the staff entrance.

Chen Cheng also got out of the car, but he took the way to the front entrance.

Despite Feng Biao’s earlier reminder, Chen Cheng was still slightly surprised when he saw the sea of people.

Xiao Meier had arrived here early. As her namesake’s first venture, she was full of anticipation for the opening day.

"Elder sister Xiao Meier," Chen Cheng approached her and said with a smile, "Look at this crowd, there are so many people."

Xiao Meier was very excited, "Xiao Cheng, you’re really something, aren’t you? Yu Xinwei’s appeal is just incredible!"

She looked at the scene in front of her, "How many cups of milk tea will we sell!"

"It’s just the beginning. It’s going to be even more bustling in the future! Just wait and count the money!"

The two of them held each other’s hands. Xiao Meier checked the time, "Three more minutes, and Camellia will truly bloom."

"It will bloom, and it will bloom beautifully."

Three minutes usually pass without notice, but at this moment, in Xiao Meier’s eyes, they felt like an eternity.

The Daytona watch on her wrist seemed to tick ten times slower than usual, with each second’s tick being exceptionally clear.

She gripped Chen Cheng’s hand tightly, her palm sweating slightly.

It was less about the anticipation for the opening of Camellia and more about the excitement of witnessing this moment with Chen Cheng.

Finally, the time came. Firecrackers sounded in unison, ribbon flew, and Camellia officially opened!

A cheer erupted from the crowd, Xiao Meier nearly jumped in excitement, hugging Chen Cheng tightly, "Xiao Cheng, it’s open! It’s open!"

"I see it, I see it."

As the rolling shutter door raised, the bright shop appeared in front of everyone.

Chen Cheng looked at the crowd pouring into the shop from afar, and he too was overjoyed.

The first batch of milk tea desserts included Wanbao Hall’s once-popular red bean and tangerine peel, Su Liya’s delicious QQNENE that made you go ’wow’, and various milk teas blended with tea leaves sent by Cao Yue.

The appearance of Yu Xinwei was like a bomb thrown into a boiling pot of oil, instantly igniting the enthusiasm at the scene.

The originally orderly queue began to stir, fans tiptoed, craned their necks, hoping to get a glimpse of their idol.

"Xinwei! Xinwei! I love you!"

"Xinwei, look over here! Look here!"

"Ahhhh! I finally saw Xinwei herself!"

The piercing screams and cheers almost seemed to flip the roof of the milk tea store.

Yu Xinwei stood behind the bar, her face always sporting a sweet smile.

"Hello everyone, I’m Yu Xinwei." She picked up the microphone, her sweet voice instantly overpowering the noise of the venue, "I’m very happy to be here to witness the opening of Camellia with all of you."

Fans’ enthusiasm soared even higher, with screams and cheers resurging.

"Today, I will be here making milk tea for everyone with my own hands."

Yu Xinwei continued, "I hope everyone will like it."

"We love it! We all love it!" The fans answered in unison.

"Hello, what flavor would you like?"

Yu Xinwei asked with a smile to a fan standing at the very front of the queue.

"I want a Xinwei’s special blend!" The fan, flushed with excitement, stammered.

Yu Xinwei nodded with a smile, "Okay, please wait a moment."

With the help of the store manager, Yu Xinwei began to make milk tea for the fans.

The fans watched her every move intently, afraid to miss any detail. Some even took out their phones to record the entire process, wanting to preserve this precious moment forever.

Yu Xinwei added ingredients to the cup according to various proportions, sealed it, and then handed it to the fan in person, "This is the first cup for the opening, please enjoy."

"Ah~~ Thank you, Xinwei!" The fan took the milk tea, overwhelmed with excitement, "Can I take a photo with you?"

"Of course, you can." Yu Xinwei readily agreed, "But you all have to come often from now on~ I’ll appear periodically in different stores!"

"We will, we will! Definitely will come!"

Yu Xinwei made a heart shape with her hands, she was very experienced at this kind of business.

But at this moment, all she could think about was the scene two hours later, waiting for Chen Cheng at the hotel.

She imagined Chen Cheng pushing open the door, walking towards her, and then...

Just the thought of it caused a hint of blush to appear on her delicate cheeks.