Rebirth: Encyclopedia System

The two sat down. Lu Jun made the first move, offering a tea invitation. "Have some tea, you're welcome."

"Thank you, Minister Lu." Zhao An was unfazed. "Have some tea!"

"Well, no need to be so polite. You and Meifang are classmates. I'm being generous, just call me uncle." Lu Jun was a man of observation and had no complaints about Zhao An. While he had connections, he also took sides. But the advantage of having a daughter was that he could find a good son-in-law, which would help him advance further.

As for continuing his family line? A daughter would be enough. Once he had reached a high enough level, he could then consider finding a lover, having a son, or anything like that. There was no need for that now, and no reason for that.

"Haha, then I won't be polite, Uncle Lu. It's the end of the year, do you need to stay on duty?" Zhao An took a sip from his teacup. Lu Jun was the head of the office. His power was both great and small. It all came down to how well he aligned himself.

Don't assume that being on the same side means peace and harmony. It's perfectly normal for members of the same side to fight. It could be due to a lack of familiarity, dislike, or a fight for male dignity. Fighting isn't limited to opposing factions.

"It's necessary. Sometimes it takes a little time. While I'm still strong, it's good to do more. I recently heard from Meifang that you're planning further expansion on the Haotuan platform. It seems you're truly adept at business. If you need any help, please let Uncle Lu know. As long as it's within my responsibilities, I'm committed to serving the people!" Lu Jun's expression grew serious.

"I'll tell Meifang if I need anything, and of course, Uncle Lu's help is indispensable. The platform's current focus is to continue making money, first earning back the capital. I've invested nearly five billion yuan this time. Since we've established a foothold in the local restaurant industry, their turnover has increased by at least 20%, their profits have increased, and consumers have become more convenient."

"It's already a virtuous cycle: merchants earn more, and consumers enjoy more. Competition is indeed more intense, but there are also more opportunities, and starting a business is easier. The platform's growth and strength are a good thing." The difficulties they face are increasing. I think Uncle Lu could issue a statement suggesting that restaurants regulate their practices and prohibit the sale of inferior goods as genuine. After all, takeout is invisible, so who knows what's inside.

"We absolutely must not engage in such practices that infringe on consumer interests when dealing with unscrupulous businesses. Regulating market order and creating a civilized and positive urban environment—it's all worth it, isn't it?" Zhao An held out a cigarette. "Here, Uncle Lu, try this one. I custom-made it. There's only one of its kind in the world." Zhao An's expression was smug, incredibly proud.

Lu Jun picked up the cigarette with some confusion and sniffed it. It had a hint of Chinese herbal medicine. "What kind of cigarette is this?"

"This herbal cigarette is a blend of nourishing herbs like angelica, wolfberry, and ginseng, processed using a unique process to create this finished product. It eliminates the harmful effects of smoking and is refreshing without any side effects. If there's a drawback, it's the higher cost." Zhao An lit the cigarette and blew out a puff of smoke.

"Oh? How expensive is it?" Lu Jun had already confirmed Zhao An's relationship with his daughter. He'd come here to get Zhao An to express his feelings, to see if he was sincere.

The rise of food delivery platforms was definitely problematic, with both risks and rewards. If he wanted to advance further, he had to gain some experience from it.

"One cigarette costs 100,000 yuan," Zhao An said with a playful smile. It was indeed true. That was the retail price. As for the cost, aside from the technical patents, the materials would only cost a few hundred or a few thousand yuan. Better medicinal herbs would naturally be more expensive; it was up to him to decide.

Lu Jun raised his eyelids and lit a cigarette with a hint of skepticism. The rich aroma of Chinese herbs filled his mind, and the words "refreshing and refreshing" instantly popped into his mind. This was indeed a very good cigarette, very good. "Very good cigarettes, indeed. You young people still rule the roost these days. The creativity and innovation are fantastic."

"Haha, it's just a small amount of money. I personally don't have much of an idea about money. Having money can be both a good thing and a bad thing. Every day when I open my eyes, the first thing I think about is how I'm going to spend it. It's a pain, something that leaves me incredibly confused." Zhao An's expression was resigned, a bit of a cocky boast.

The beautiful woman carrying the dish smiled slightly, her hand on her forehead. "Zhao An is quite humorous."

"This is my mother, Sun Yue," Lu Meifang explained from the back.

"Oh, hello, Aunt Sun. You're so well-maintained. If Meifang hadn't told me, I would have thought you were her sister. Nice to meet you, nice to see you." Zhao An made an exaggerated expression and extended his hand to shake hers.

Sun Yue also smiled and extended her hand to shake hands. "Haha, Xiao An is really good at talking. Auntie's old now. Please sit down. It's time to eat. Let's try Auntie's cooking."

"Okay, then I must try it today. Just the smell of this aroma is making my mouth water." Zhao An laughed heartily. "Uncle Lu, please, please take a seat."

Taste? Savoring her voluptuous body is more appropriate. Having sex with a beautiful woman in a high position is the most pleasurable and fulfilling thing.

Zhao An has a good grasp of his inner darkness. He won't share his secrets with others until the time is right. Just like his incest with his mother, he can't tell anyone else.

The few of them sat down, and Zhao An took a few bites. He had to admit that Sun Yue was a real cook. The food was delicious. She was beautiful, and she was a good cook. She was the epitome of a good homemaker.

"Eat, Xiao An. Eat more if you like. I don't know what you like, so don't mind if the food is not tasty." Sun Yue greeted him with the aura of a hostess.