Chapter 75: Tang Feng’s Advice

“You child! Even if you wanted to buy a house, you should have discussed it with us! We could have offered some advice,” Tang Feng’s Mother said.

“If I had told you, you might not have agreed to buy it! Besides, I wanted to give you a surprise! Where’s the surprise if I tell you?” Tang Feng responded.

“What you gave us is not a surprise, but a shock! A house costing tens of thousands, and you just buy it. Even if you have money, you must spend it wisely and not impulsively,” Tang Feng’s Mother earnestly advised her son.

“I understand,” Tang Feng nodded, “I just want you to have a better life.”

“Our current life is already good! We’re not lacking compared to others, and we have more than some! Little Feng, you’re still a student, you must focus on your studies! Don’t always think about making money,” Tang Long also reminded his son.

“I have it in mind! By the way, now that the restaurant’s opening promotion has ended, how’s the business?” Tang Feng quickly changed the subject.

“Compared to when we first opened, business has definitely decreased. But the turnover is still okay. Business is even better in the evening,” Tang Long answered.

“The restaurant has just opened not long ago, I think you should post the business hours. This way, customers can be aware,” Tang Feng suggested.

“Our current business hours are from ten in the morning to ten at night. We can rest in the afternoon. All in all, the actual business hours are about seven hours,” Tang Long said.

“My suggestion is to either open at noon or in the evening. This way, not only can you have sufficient rest, but you can also develop some hobbies,” Tang Feng shared his thoughts.

“Wouldn’t that mean we’re only open for half a day?” Tang Feng’s Mother was somewhat surprised.

“Yes!” Tang Feng nodded, “The income from half a day’s business can already cover your daily expenses.”

Tang Long and his wife exchanged glances, remaining silent.

“Mom, Dad, life is a hundred years at best, which is just over thirty thousand days. You are both in your forties, at most, you can live another fifty years. You should learn to enjoy life,” Tang Feng continued to persuade them.

“Little Feng, I understand what you’re saying. Let me discuss with your mom whether to open in the afternoon or evening,” Tang Long agreed.

Previously, when they ran a supermarket, it was almost open all year round.

Truthfully, he was tired of that kind of life.

Three hundred and sixty-five days a year, it was just supermarket and home.

A life of just going back and forth between two places.

Now, even if they were running a restaurant, they couldn’t continue like before, they needed to make time and space for themselves.

Tang Feng’s Mother agreed with him.

She just wanted to earn more money.

After all, there are many expenses in this world.

Having savings gives peace of mind.

The more money earned, the more secure one feels.

But now that their son had spoken to this extent, it was also a good opportunity for them to step down.

“Also, we will be closed on holidays,” Tang Feng added.

“Ah?” Tang Long and his wife were visibly stunned.

Not just them, Su Xiaoli was also quite surprised.

After all, the best business for restaurants comes during holidays.

It’s only on holidays that working people have time to rest.

Then they call friends and family to dine out together.

If they close on holidays, it would be a big loss for restaurant owners.

“Little Feng, only open for half a day, closed on holidays. I don’t think there’s a restaurant like this anywhere in the world,” Tang Long said with a wry smile.

“If there isn’t, wouldn’t that be perfect! We could be the first! Surely, many customers will come out of curiosity!” Tang Feng replied.

Tang Long and his wife looked at each other, not saying anything.

“Mom, Dad, just do as I say! During the holidays, not only can you meet with friends, but you can also visit grandma and my maternal grandparents. As for money, you definitely won’t earn less,” Tang Feng was very confident.

“Alright! We’ll do as you say! Tomorrow, I’ll find someone to make a sign with the business hours, then hang it on the wall at the restaurant’s entrance,” Tang Long decided after thinking it over.

After all, his son had been admitted to Jingcheng University, and his future achievements were bound to be limitless.

After graduation, there’s a ninety-nine percent chance he won’t return to live in Binjiang District.

And now, his son had even bought them a new house.

They really didn’t need to put too much pressure on themselves.

They should spend more time with the elderly at home and enjoy a relaxed and pleasant life.

“That’s right! Okay, you guys go ahead! I’ll take Xiaoli home first!” Tang Feng said, standing up to leave.

Su Xiaoli also said goodbye to Tang Long and his wife and left.

Tang Long and his wife sat together, carefully looking over the purchase contract again.

Their faces were filled with happy smiles.

“Old Tang, did you ever dream that one day, it wouldn’t be you buying a house for your son, but your son buying a house for you!” Tang Feng’s Mother couldn’t stop smiling.

“Yes!” Tang Long nodded, “I really didn’t expect my son to be so promising.”

“Should we find a time to go see the house?” Tang Feng’s Mother suggested.

“Tomorrow morning is fine! Now is a good time to renovate, I’ll call old three, and give the job to him,” Tang Long decided.

“That’s a good idea! He is a carpenter, and he has contacts with those who do renovations in the village. This is a good opportunity for him to earn some money too,” Tang Feng’s Mother agreed.

“Old three is not only honest but also very filial to our mother. When we don’t have time to go back, he always finds time to take care of her. When he comes over to help with the renovation, prepare some good cigarettes for him,” Tang Long instructed.

Tang Feng’s Mother nodded, “I know! I wonder if old three’s wife will come to work too. If she does, I’ll take her shopping for some new clothes. She’s always helped take care of our mother when old three isn’t home. As his sister-in-law, I should show some appreciation.”

“Then it’s settled! After we see the house tomorrow, I’ll call old three!” Tang Long said.

“Okay!”

“Be sure to keep the purchase contract safe! We need to prepare the ingredients for tonight’s dinner,” Tang Long urged.

Tang Feng’s Mother promptly did as told.

They quickly got busy.

Tang Feng took Su Xiaoli home, and taking advantage of Su Gang’s absence, he spent some alone time with her.

Of course, there were some intimate moments.

Time passed by the minute.

Near five in the afternoon, guessing that Su Gang would soon return, Tang Feng reluctantly said goodbye to Su Xiaoli and went home.

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