txolops Chapter 120 Pinky Promise
Chapter 120 Pinky Promise
The warning lights of the law enforcement vehicle disappeared completely at the end of the street.
The atmosphere at the once quiet edge of the square instantly relaxed.
Wang Hai felt the weight that had been hanging in his throat finally lift back down into his stomach.
"My goodness, this rollercoaster of emotions almost gave me a heart attack."
Wang Hai muttered something to himself, then turned to face the diners who had slightly dispersed due to the earlier incident.
"Dear customers! It's all alright! It was a misunderstanding!"
Wang Hai clapped his hands and announced, "Our stall is safe! We'll be open as usual tonight!"
Thank you all for your help. Let's line up again in the same formation as before!
Fold the flowers neatly along the edge of the flower bed so they don't block the aisle!
Upon hearing Wang Hai's greeting, the diners all smiled.
"Boss Lin's business is incredibly lucky. I knew it! How could such delicious fried rice be shut down?"
"What a scare! Hai-ge, stop arguing and get Boss Lin to start cooking, I'm starving!"
……
Everyone chatted and laughed as they cooperatively returned to the inner side of the flower bed.
In less than a minute, the line was back in place.
In front of the stove.
Lin Chen turned around and reached out to turn on the main valve of the gas cylinder.
But he didn't immediately start heating the oil in the pan.
He placed the towel he was using to dry his hands aside, walked out from behind the stove, and went straight to the folding table where Su Qingxue and Secretary Chen were.
Seeing this, Wang Hai quickly followed.
Lin Chen stood by the table, looking at Su Qingxue sitting on a small stool, and Secretary Chen opposite her.
"President Su, Secretary Chen, thank you for what happened earlier."
"If it weren't for your help, we really wouldn't have been able to save this business today."
Wang Hai nodded repeatedly, his face full of gratitude: "Yes, President Su, Secretary Chen!"
That was really close; those guys had their hands on the handlebars.
This iron pot is our livelihood. We are so grateful to you all today; we thank you profusely and will remember this kindness!
Su Qingxue stopped cooking and took out a tissue to wipe her mouth.
She looked up at Lin Chen and Wang Hai.
"It's a small problem, just a matter of lending a hand."
Su Qingxue's voice was not loud, "The fried rice made by Boss Lin suits my taste very well."
If the stall is shut down, I probably won't be able to find such a delicious place after get off work.
To be honest, I did it all so I could have a proper meal.
Lin Chen nodded slightly.
Su Qingxue didn't mince words on the topic. She turned her head and looked at Secretary Chen sitting opposite her.
"Chen Min, since you've already spoken to the law enforcement officers, let's just put it into practice."
Su Qingxue then said, "Tomorrow, you will coordinate with the property management and legal departments."
Mr. Lin's stall has been officially included in the list of compliant merchants of Yintai Plaza.
All necessary procedures should be expedited.
Secretary Chen listened and immediately nodded in agreement.
"Understood, Mr. Su."
Secretary Chen replied, "I will complete all the compliance procedures and site certificates tomorrow and personally deliver them to Boss Lin."
Hearing the conversation between the two, Wang Hai was stunned, then his eyes lit up with immense joy.
He knew all too well what this meant.
In the busiest part of the city center, Yintai Plaza, obtaining an officially recognized site use certificate is like giving this roadside stall a "yellow vest"!
From then on, they no longer had to live in fear of being reported and driven away by anyone.
"President Su, this...this is too much trouble for you!"
Wang Hai was so excited he didn't know what to say.
"Secretary Chen will tell us the exact amount of the formal fees for the permits and venue tomorrow after everything is completed."
Lin Chen also spoke at the right time, his tone serious.
One thing at a time, he was indebted to the other party for saving his business, but he couldn't break the rules of business, and he wouldn't be stingy with the money he owed.
Su Qingxue glanced at Lin Chen.
"Okay, Secretary Chen will discuss the specific costs with you tomorrow."
Su Qingxue nodded and did not refuse.
Having finished explaining everything, Su Qingxue picked up her spoon again and quietly ate the remaining fried rice from her lunchbox.
Seeing this, Lin Chen and Wang Hai did not disturb them any further and turned back to the stove.
"boom--"
The flames reignited.
Lin Chen picked up the iron ladle and started frying rice.
Wang Hai stood to the side, warmly greeting the customers in line, packing their orders even faster than before.
The atmosphere around the folding table is warm and peaceful.
Tangtang sat on a small stool, her two little hands supporting her chin, watching Su Qingxue eat.
Su Qingxue finished the last bite of fried rice and closed the empty takeout box.
She picked up the bowl of soup next to her and slowly drank the remaining half bowl of warm soup.
A warm, comfortable feeling spread through my stomach.
Secretary Chen had already finished eating. He cleaned up the table in front of the two of them, put the empty boxes and plastic bowls into garbage bags, and threw them into the garbage can next to the stall.
"It's about time, let's go."
Su Qingxue stood up and straightened her skirt.
Seeing that the pretty aunt was about to leave, Tangtang immediately stood up as well.
The little girl looked up, her eyes filled with reluctance.
"Pretty auntie, are you going home?"
Tangtang stepped forward and gently tugged at Su Qingxue's sleeve.
Su Qingxue lowered her head, looking at the little girl's reluctant expression, and her heart softened.
She crouched down again, bringing her line of sight to Tangtang's.
"Yes, pretty auntie has finished eating and is going home to rest."
Su Qingxue reached out and pinched Tangtang's soft little face.
"So... will the pretty auntie come again tomorrow?"
Tangtang blinked her big eyes and asked expectantly.
Su Qingxue smiled and said gently, "Pretty Auntie has to work tomorrow. If she gets off work early, she can come and see Tangtang."
"good!"
Tangtang nodded vigorously and stretched out her chubby little hand, "Then let's pinky swear!"
If the pretty auntie comes tomorrow, Tangtang will even give her her little chair to sit on!
Su Qingxue looked at the outstretched little finger, a hint of a smile flashing in her eyes.
She stretched out her finger and gently hooked it around Tangtang's little finger.
"Okay, pinky promise."
Su Qingxue cooperated with the little girl to complete this childlike ceremony.
Then, she stood up and looked at Lin Chen, who was not far away.
"Boss Lin, Boss Wang, we're leaving now."
Su Qingxue said goodbye.
Lin Chen continued stirring the food, then turned his head and nodded slightly: "Take care."
"President Su, Secretary Chen, please take care!"
See you tomorrow!"
Wang Hai smiled and waved.
"Goodbye, pretty auntie! Goodbye, Aunt Chen!"
Tangtang stood by the stall, waving her little hand happily.
Su Qingxue waved to Tangtang, then turned around and, with Secretary Chen in tow, walked slowly along the plaza's passageway toward the distant parking lot.
The night is getting darker.
Lin Chen withdrew his gaze.