Superstar's Development Diary
Chapter 473 - 474 Baihua State Award

Chapter 473: Chapter 474 Baihua State Award

He Jinxia also spoke up at this point, "Mom, we can’t completely abandon the young people’s market, although they like online shopping, but online goods can only be seen on a computer, it’s not as appealing as seeing the actual product."

Now, as Huaxia increases foreign trade cooperation, we can import more innovative and delicious packaged snacks from other countries. We can segment the food, one side featuring domestic brands’ outstanding snacks, and the other side featuring imported snacks.

We can set up a special section for each country. As for pricing, it does not need to drop; it’s okay to be slightly expensive as novelty attracts people’s eyes."

"On the other hand, we also have to actively manage online shopping, by setting up an online branch, building our own supermarket web store, public account, micro-shop, etc., providing self-service ordering and delivery service for purchases over a certain amount.

The delivery area can be restricted; beyond this area, a courier fee will be charged, and we can also offer group buying discounts... Even for a physical supermarket, there are many things we can do."

Mrs. He felt dizzy with all the information, as if listening to a decade’s worth of knowledge, making it seem like the decades she had spent running her supermarket were wasted in comparison.

In the past, she ran a small supermarket in a small place, selling water, snacks, blankets, and other daily necessities without considering these aspects.

Seeing the bewildered expression on Mrs. He’s face, Sheng Yan couldn’t help but smile slightly and said, "Aunt He, don’t worry, it won’t be too hard. You can manage it, and we will all help you."

Mrs. He embarrassedly said, "Wouldn’t that trouble you all?"

Sheng Yan replied nonchalantly, "It’s no trouble. My mom is also very interested in running a supermarket and wants to buy into it. If it is successful, it would be profitable for both our families."

Mrs. He quickly nodded, "That would be fine, you guys can buy in, I have no objections."

Then, thinking of something, she suddenly said, "Or like this: you open one, and I can work for you."

Mrs. He feared she couldn’t handle management responsibilities.

Sheng Yan remained composed and shook his head, "Aunt He, rest assured, running a supermarket is not as difficult as you imagine. Nowadays, large chain supermarkets are recruiting franchisees, and after joining, headquarters will send staff to help you set up the supermarket platform step by step, so don’t worry.

Moreover, you have operated supermarkets for many years and have accumulated a lot of valuable experience. With that experience, you could even contribute it as technical shares."

Sheng Yan suddenly shifted to a respectful tone when addressing Mrs. He, which made her feel a bit uncomfortable but also made her realize the seriousness in his words.

Since both younger people cared so much about this matter and believed she was capable, Mrs. He felt a surge of boldness in her heart, not wanting to let down their trust!

She nodded immediately and said, "Alright, I will gather the information and once everything is set, we will open."

Mrs. He smiled, "I never thought I’d need to study at my age—live and learn, the old saying doesn’t lie to me."

A bright smile appeared on He Jinxia’s face, it was a good thing her mother was willing to learn; at the very least, she didn’t resist it.

Her plan remained the same as before: to establish the supermarket and make it profitable. Her mother would be a shareholder and could inspect the supermarket whenever she had time. If she didn’t want to visit the supermarket, she could travel, play cards with Aunt Rui, and enjoy life.

Mrs. He had been working hard for her daughter most of her life; she only hoped that her mother could live happily in the future, no longer needing to hustle for money.

She could earn the money; she just didn’t want to see Mrs. He work so hard anymore. Once the supermarket was set up, Mrs. He would also have something to occupy her, making life in the empire less lonely and dull.

Seeing that everything was almost settled, Aunt Rui also curved her lips into a sincere smile.

In her eyes, Jinxia was like her future daughter-in-law, all family, and they could support each other.

Suddenly, she exclaimed, "Why are you all dressed so formally?"

He Jinxia had just snapped back to reality, patted her forehead with a hand, and hastily turned to Sheng Yan, "What time is it now? Will we make it on time?"

Sheng Yan glanced at his watch and said calmly, "We will make it. We were ready half an hour early, and it’s about time to go now."

He Jinxia breathed a sigh of relief, "As long as we make it, that’s good."

She looked at the two mothers and smiled, "Mom, Aunt Rui, today is Baihua State’s award ceremony. I won the top newcomer in the performing arts and other awards, so I decided to go and accept them in person."

Mrs. He curiously asked, "Is that the Berlin bear award you were a finalist for before?"

He Jinxia shook her head, barely holding back a chuckle, "It’s different. Berlin is a prestigious international award, while the Baihua State Award is just a local thing for fun. Winning it is still a happy occasion. This time, I’m going mainly to gain experience, as I’ve never been before."

Upon hearing this, Mrs. He became even more nervous than her daughter and urged them to hurry and go to avoid being late.

Although she wasn’t in the entertainment circle, she knew that arriving late might lead to being accused of acting like a diva, which wouldn’t be good for Jinxia’s image.

After the two had left, Mrs. He suddenly thought of something and turned to Ah Fang, "Is Sheng Yan also going to receive an award?"

Aunt Rui shrugged indifferently, "Probably. He often wins awards, both domestically and internationally, but he doesn’t often attend the domestic ones."

Aunt Rui’s eyes twinkled as she added, "But this is Jinxia’s first time receiving an award, I guess he went because he thought she might be nervous."

Aunt Rui’s imagination was beautiful, but reality often proved contrary.

Sheng Yan sat in the car, his gaze melancholic as he watched the world pass by through the window. He Jinxia, dressed in a champagne-colored mermaid tail gown that showcased her splendid curves, walked away from him step by step, her back facing him.

In the car, Cheng Xiaohua couldn’t stand the chilly aura radiating off Sheng Yan and took the opportunity to slip out the door, leaving Zhang Ming and Sheng Yan to stare at each other inside.

Well, more accurately, Zhang Ming looked at Sheng Yan with a troubled expression, while Sheng Yan kept his eyes on the window.

Only when He Jinxia’s figure had vanished did Sheng Yan slowly withdraw his gaze and give Zhang Ming a listless glance.

Zhang Ming’s heart skipped a beat; he felt his salary might be docked again!

He hurriedly said, "You have never attended these insignificant Baihua State awards, not even the prestigious Golden Eagle Awards unless I persisted for days before you agreed to go."

He blinked his eyes, trying hard to make his expression appear utterly sincere, "Sheng Yan, it really isn’t my fault. I had no idea Baihua State would be so shortsighted as to not send you an invitation."

Zhang Ming screamed internally: Even if they had, he definitely wouldn’t have let Sheng Yan go!

Sheng Yan is a superstar, a superstar!

With his status, how could he attend such a low-key award event, whether to receive an award or even as a guest presenter!

At this moment, Zhang Ming was somewhat resentful towards Luo You for allowing He Jinxia to go when Baihua State was barely known even domestically.

This was indeed a bit of faulty reasoning on Zhang Ming’s part. He Jinxia was only a second-tier celebrity, and although the Baihua State awards were not well-known, they still provided an opportunity for many second and third-tier celebrities to gain exposure.