Back To The 80s: President's Doted Wife Chapter 1632 - 1633: A Cold Shower

Cheng Su, a woman never content with her lot, has made it known to both her natal and marital families through years of upheaval.

She’s simply too restless!

And now, this restless spirit declares her intent to launch yet another venture?

"Seafood?" Father Cheng questioned, a hint of bewilderment in his voice. He couldn't fathom the sudden inspiration for such a business.

"Things from the sea?" Father Qi echoed, seeking clarification.

Cheng Su took a seat and elaborated, "Seafood dry goods encompass a broad range, extending beyond just seafood. It includes various animals and plants, though the primary focus remains oceanic products. Consider the braised sea cucumber we enjoyed at the restaurant yesterday, or the scallops with lettuce, and the braised abalone – these are all considered dry goods. Even desserts like rock sugar bird’s nest can be offered at the seafood establishment."

"Aren't these items quite costly? Where will the startup capital come from?" Mother Qi inquired, her concern evident.

Cheng Su already manages a restaurant and a Jam Company. Now, the notion of a seafood shop raises questions about financial resources.

"A small endeavor can remain small, while a large one can scale. Initially, the inventory might be limited. However, once the business is operational and the cash flow stabilizes, expansion becomes feasible," Cheng Su explained. "I already own a restaurant, and some of the dry goods needed for it are sourced externally. The quality isn't always optimal, and the prices are high. Establishing our own seafood shop would ensure a reliable supply."

Cheng Su had pondered this thoroughly. Her restaurant necessitates certain seafood dry goods. Instead of outsourcing, why not generate that revenue internally? This would reduce costs for the restaurant and guarantee sales for the seafood shop.

Furthermore, her ambitions certainly extend beyond a single, modest restaurant. Looking ahead, her enterprises are poised for growth.

Barring unforeseen circumstances like a future financial crisis or economic downturn, there’s little else that could derail her plans.

"You have the capability, Cheng Su. However, you now have Xiao Qi, and your studies remain unfinished. How will you oversee this shop? If it were in the same city, that would be manageable. But Guangcheng and Qing City are quite distant. How will you balance both?" Father Cheng posed, his tone becoming somewhat stern. "You cannot act solely on fleeting interest; every aspect requires careful consideration."

Father Cheng's words acted like a dousing of cold water, extinguishing nearly half of Cheng Su's initial enthusiasm.

Yet, only half.

Cheng Su responded, "Dad, not every business demands hands-on management. People can be hired. If I decide to open this shop, I will certainly deliberate carefully and formulate concrete plans."

"Seafood dry goods require substantial investment. If your hired staff aren't trustworthy, then..."

Cheng Su chuckled, "Rest assured, Cheng Zhi and Third Uncle are both in Guangcheng, aren't they?"

Father Cheng fell silent.

Mother Qi observed, her lips pressed together, feeling overlooked as Cheng Su seemed to prioritize her own family considerations without a second thought for them.

Before these thoughts could fully form, she heard Cheng Su continue, "Moreover, if Third Uncle and the others are occupied, Jianguo is attending university here. His coursework isn't overly demanding, so he could assist me occasionally, oversee the accounts, and gain practical business experience."

Upon hearing this, Mother Qi’s frown visibly eased, finding the proposal more palatable.

"At the very least, there's the Cheng family. If a genuine need arises, you can certainly call upon trusted individuals," Cheng Su assured. "It's primarily during the initial phase that it requires dedicated attention."

This was the critical point: during the nascent stages, while Third Uncle could manage renovations, procurement required a significant initial time investment. As a mother, Cheng Su was reluctant to be separated from her son for extended periods.