Rebirth in the 90s: Her Counterattack and Redemption-Chapter 968 - 572: Whereabouts (Part 2)

Zhu Jiangyu smiled gratefully: "Thank you, Master Nian. I know you mean well, but I feel happy being with everyone here, and I want to stay for a while longer."

Old Jiang also said: "Little Zhu, what Old Nian said is true. You’re overqualified to be a waiter here. Planning ahead is the right path, and without a decent job, a good girl won’t marry you.

We came up with this idea because we see you’re diligent, earnest, and capable... huh..." Old Jiang patted his forehead, "Oh right, almost forgot, Li Shanshan, the sub-branch deputy manager, resigned. Little Zhu, this is a great opportunity. Go talk to the boss, maybe it’ll work."

Xiao Yu stared at Old Jiang puzzled: "Master, everyone knows Manager Li struggled hard to get that position, why would she willingly resign? Are you sure there’s no mistake?"

"She got pregnant, for the child’s sake." Old Jiang answered succinctly.

Xiao Yu nodded in realization: "So that’s it. But even if she resigned, it won’t be Little Zhu’s turn, right? The deputy manager needs experience, and Little Zhu’s only been here for a month. Who would be convinced?"

Old Jiang pointed to the steaming dish: "Xiao Yu, deliver the dish."

"The braised pork trotters Master Nian made are absolutely unbeatable, you could eat them every day and never get enough." Xiao Yu said as he handed the dish to Zhu Jiangyu, "It’s for table 203."

"Alright." Zhu Jiangyu responded and swiftly left with the dish.

Old Nian stared at Zhu Jiangyu’s back, smacking his lips: "Did you guys notice that this kid’s walking style and presence have a strong military vibe."

Old Jiang waved his hand: "Old Nian, if he’s unwilling to talk, there must be a reason, so let’s not speculate."

Xiao Yu glanced around and lowered his voice mysteriously: "Master Nian, you guessed right. He is indeed a soldier, and I bet he must have offended his superior, got kicked out, and doesn’t dare to tell his family, so he’s hanging around here."

Old Jiang glared at him: "You’re just a jinx, can’t you say something nice?"

"I’m not guessing blindly, there’s something I’ve been holding back. The night before last, he was sneakily making a phone call, and I overheard a bit. He told his family, ’Don’t worry, the studying is going well, and the training too.’ Don’t you think that’s pretty clear?"

"Alright, just pretend you don’t know. Don’t go spreading rumors." Old Jiang said, giving him a slap, "Pay attention, look at those potato slices, they’re about to become potato sticks."

A female waiter came over: "Master Nian, is the pork rice for table 32 ready? The guest is getting impatient."

Old Nian pointed to the time, speaking steadily: "Just wait one more minute. If rushed, this dish won’t taste as good."

"You’re always so meticulous." The female waiter shook her head smiling, "Actually, for most diners, does that minute really make a difference?"

"You can’t say that, chefs rely on their conscience for their work."

A man in a dark blue suit walked over: "Old Nian, hurry up, what about a conscience? If we lose a table of customers because of your minute, do you think that’s appropriate?"

"Manager Wang, it’s almost done." Old Nian checked the time, instructing, "Xiao Yue, it’ll be out in one minute."

"Yes, Master." Xiao Yue efficiently took the plate and put it on the counter.

Manager Wang frowned: "You second chefs, pick up the pace. This time of day, how many really come to eat seriously? With alcohol, people’s taste isn’t that sharp, don’t be so inflexible that you lose customers."

Old Nian glanced at him lightly: "Manager Wang, I won’t tarnish my own reputation."

"Do as you see fit." Manager Wang glared at him and turned to the kitchen.

"Do as you see fit." Xiao Yu mimicked Manager Wang’s tone after finishing, pouting, "Tell me, what right does he have as a main hall deputy manager to come back to the kitchen and boss everyone around?"

Old Jiang glared at him: "Fool, Manager Wang is preparing to take over."

"You mean for the deputy manager of the branch? Him?"

"Can you say your thoughts haven’t been agitated? It’s just that you know you’re not qualified and there’s no way out." Old Jiang glared at him, "Too bad, you’re hopeless."

Xiao Yu laughed obsequiously: "Master is right. If I became the deputy manager, you Masters wouldn’t have to face the mood swings anymore."

Old Jiang snorted coldly: "Counting on you is futile, better hope Little Zhu has a chance. I have a reason to let him try, our boss was a soldier and has a special affection for military folk. And Little Zhu, who’s been here just for over a month, is already surpassing old employees in every aspect. It’s a pity not to put someone like that in a leadership position."