Ouyang Yunjian felt both happy and a little reluctant when Chenchen was discharged.
Two years ago, when he had just become an attending physician in the Hematology Department, Chenchen was his first pediatric patient.
Over these two years, he had watched Chenchen grow bit by bit, becoming more and more beautiful and adorable.
What touched Ouyang Yunjian the most was Chenchen's strength and maturity—
even after enduring the tremendous pain of spinal punctures, the little girl would cry but comfort her mother, saying it didn't hurt and telling her not to be sad.
As a bystander, Ouyang Yunjian lost count of how many times his eyes turned red with emotion.
After two years of interaction, a deep bond had formed between him and Chenchen.
It could be said that Chenchen was like a daughter to him now.
"Uncle Ouyang Yunjian," Chenchen hugged his neck excitedly and said, "I have good news! Our family noodle shop opened today!"
"My mom's noodles are super tasty. You should come to my house and eat! I'll ask her to make you one big bowl—no, wait, two big bowls, with a huge slice of beef!" Chenchen spread her arms wide as she spoke.
Chenchen's sweet innocence made the usually stern Ouyang Yunjian burst into laughter.
"Alright, Uncle will definitely come to eat noodles at your house."
Su Zhu standing nearby was a bit stunned—
Ouyang Yunjian's smile was so beautiful and pure,
it gave off the feeling of spring sunshine blossoming!
In the two years since she met Ouyang Yunjian, Su Zhu had noticed that except when dealing with children, he always wore a cold, serious face. At times, she even suspected he held some prejudice against adults.
"Okay, okay, let's pinky swear then." Chenchen seriously extended her little pinky finger.
"Pinky swear, never change for a hundred years..."
An hour later, after all the examinations were done, Chenchen reluctantly said goodbye to Ouyang Yunjian. Only when he promised to definitely come to the noodle shop tomorrow night did Chenchen finally let go.
On the way back, Su Zhu kept pondering one thing—
she absolutely had to hire a few workers!
Preferably six!
Two to manage the front hall, serving noodles, clearing tables, cleaning; two to be general helpers in the kitchen, washing dishes and handling odd jobs;
and two more Hand-Pulled Noodles chefs. That way, she could free herself to spend more time with Chenchen.
The secret to the Absolute Delicious Hand-Pulled Noodles lay in kneading the dough, simmering the broth, and stewing the cooked beef.
As long as a chef used Su Zhu's dough, broth, and beef, any Hand-Pulled Noodles chef could create that indescribably delicious flavor.
Although Zhonghai was the provincial capital, its economy lacked major industrial support, ranking it as a lower second- or upper third-tier city. The average monthly wage was only about 3,000 yuan.
For small restaurant staff, most salaries were around 2,500 to 2,600 yuan.
Su Zhu planned to pay waiters and helpers 3,500 yuan, including meals but excluding accommodation, with bonuses if they performed well.
The reason for such a relatively high salary was clear: her noodle shop opened as early as 6 a.m. and operated until 8:30 p.m., with plans to extend to 9 p.m.
Long hours and heavy workload justified the extra pay.
Getting off at the toy store's entrance, Su Zhu carried Chenchen inside. Chen Shufen was tidying the shelves.
"Hey, Su Zhu, you really found the right person! I happen to have someone perfect—my younger sister. She's honest and hardworking. You can trust her," Chen Shufen said, excited after hearing Su Zhu wanted to hire help.
After Su Zhu explained the pay and benefits, Chen Shufen was overjoyed. 3,500 yuan was not low in Zhonghai, plus bonuses for good work.
"I'll call her over right now. Let her try out for half a day. I'll close up shop soon and come help you out."
Chen Shufen was straightforward and immediately dialed her sister's number.
Leaving Chen Shufen's toy store, Su Zhu spotted several people standing outside her noodle shop.
When she asked, they were mostly lunchtime repeat customers who came to eat.
Su Zhu quickly let them inside, took down their orders, put Chenchen behind the counter, and went into the kitchen to start working.
Business was booming beyond Su Zhu's expectations.
By seven in the evening, a line more than twenty meters long formed outside the noodle shop, and inside, every seat was taken, with some tables squeezed to fit five or six people.
Even with Chen Shufen and her sister helping, the shop was still bustling and hectic.
Chen Shufen managed the customers outside, serving noodles and clearing tables, while her sister Chen Shuyun helped Su Zhu in the kitchen, washing and setting bowls.
Chen Shufen's praise was no exaggeration—Chen Shuyun was truly a capable worker:
quiet, efficient, and attentive.
Such employees were a pleasure to have, and Su Zhu already started thinking about raising her pay further.
At eight o'clock, Chen Shufen left for an urgent matter. Chen Shuyun took over all the tasks inside and outside, working up a sweat but never complaining.
At 8:40 p.m., the last customers left. Chen Shuyun finished cleaning the kitchen and then swiftly tidied the front hall.
The busiest day since Su Zhu started running the noodle shop was finally over!
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