Chapter 80: The Grand Enterprise

Chen Xiao assured with confidence, "It's completely free, I mean it. However, please note that after our management system is installed, the browser homepage will be automatically set to the 11181 navigation page. We've also included the legendary plug-in with it. I hope you understand."

Chen Xiao also shared the account details and the profit-sharing arrangement for the internet cafe administrator.

Regarding the plug-in's distribution plan, Chen Xiao structured it to maximize profit. He made each internet cafe a general representative of the plug-in and only charged slightly over 30% of the management fee.

In simpler terms, if a player recharged 30 yuan, Chen Xiao would receive only 10 yuan, while the internet cafe would earn 20 yuan.

This profit margin would effectively secure Chen Xiao's position, given that no one else, except for plug-ins developed by him, could compete on this front.

Additionally, Chen Xiao recognized the need to seize the market swiftly, given the surge in diverse plug-ins and Zhou Quan's involvement in their distribution. Chen Xiao aimed to establish his foothold before prices became volatile.

Boss Deng assumed that Chen Xiao's intention was to profit from the plug-ins, which put his worries to rest. If Chen Xiao was offering all of this for free without any profit, it would have seemed suspicious.

Deng Liwen found it reassuring that the Legend of the Moon plug-in developed by Chen Xiao was more stable and functional compared to other plug-ins. As for the 11181-locked webpage, Deng Liwen didn't grasp its significance.

Chen Xiao clarified, "In a few days, I'll send you a complimentary magnetic card and a card machine. If you have friends who run internet cafes, they can directly download the Internet cafe management system from 11181 and install it themselves. If you'd like magnetic cards, they can be delivered or mailed to you. Just consider the production cost."

Deng Liwen promptly handed over a thousand yuan, insisting, "You keep this money. You've helped me immensely. The Internet cafe management system has saved me more than this amount!"

Deng Liwen's words held true. The minutes users spent fishing online each month added up, and the cost of hiring a front desk alone would exceed 1,000 yuan.

Chen Xiao accepted the money graciously and exchanged phone numbers with Deng Liwen before departing.

"Alright, let's go and enjoy a meal, everyone! You've all put in great effort," Chen Xiao invited Daozi and the others to dine together.

After Chen Xiao left, Deng Liwen revisited the Internet cafe management system and quickly called his friends in Jiangzhou, encouraging them to try it out. Kaixuan Internet Cafe was among the first internet cafe chains in Jiangyang Province, boasting multiple franchised branches in Jiangzhou and other cities. Sharing useful information was a priority.

"Hey, Lao Hu, have you heard about the Internet cafe management system? It's incredibly convenient. You've got fifty computers. This could save you staffing costs. Let me tell you how it works..."

Arriving at the Chuanchuanxiang restaurant, Chen Xiao distributed a thousand yuan to each person from the money he received.

Daozi protested, "We can't accept this money, Chen Xiao. If it weren't for you, we might all be facing legal issues. How could we still take money from you?"

Disregarding their objections, Chen Xiao tucked the money into Daozi's bag and insisted, "We're all friends, so don't be polite!"

Despite the embarrassment, Daozi and his friend accepted the money. After all, everyone needed money to get by.

Chen Xiao continued, "I also need your help to promote the Internet cafe management system, Brother Dao. Since you know many people, let's work together..."

Chen Xiao then explained the promotion model, emphasizing that it was free, with door-to-door service. The magnetic card was optional and could be purchased if desired.

Chen Xiao also offered a monthly guarantee of 300 yuan, along with a commission for each successful promotion.

Daozi, also known as Sun Dong, responded eagerly, "I can vouch for this management system! Internet cafes across the city need it!"

Daozi was well-acquainted with internet cafes, understanding that internet cafe owners often found it challenging to monitor and enforce time limits on users.

Daozi continued, "Many customers are regulars or acquaintances. Internet cafe owners don't want to upset them. People often claim they're logging off when they're not, extending their usage by half an hour."

The group shared laughter over this observation.

Daozi declared, "Chen Xiao, we're here to support you from now on!"

During their dinner, Chen Xiao learned that Daozi's full name was Sun Dong. He earned his nickname due to a scar on his arm from a previous fight.

Following the altercation, Sun Dong chose to avoid trouble. He spent his time either online or working odd jobs to make ends meet. His part-time work paid a mere twenty yuan per day, enough to sustain his online gaming habit.

Chen Xiao's offer of 300 yuan a month, along with the chance to promote a service in an environment he enjoyed, was preferable to backbreaking labor on a construction site. Sun Dong was more than happy to help.

After dinner, Chen Xiao returned home and began designing an internet cafe credit card machine. The device had a simple circuit diagram, and Zhou Linghua could assist in its production.

He planned to ask his father for help as well. It would be more efficient for his father to handle the delivery of these devices in the future.

Sun Dong leveraged his connections within the city's internet cafes, making it easier to promote the system.

[Influence +2]

[Influence +10]

[Influence +1]

[Cumulative influence 447]

Chen Xiao was taken aback by this sudden surge in influence. The substantial +10 influence boost indicated that some major internet cafes had begun using the management system. Otherwise, such a dramatic increase wouldn't have occurred.

Simultaneously, at the 11181 backend, after days of quiet, there was a significant increase in new user registrations and recharges.

Chen Xiao realized that his system was now stable.

The main challenge was the lack of WeChat or QQ groups. Having only **** BBS for communication delayed the promotion of the Internet cafe management system.

Looking at a magazine on his desk titled "Computer Enthusiasts," Chen Xiao decided to use it for advertising.

He jotted down the contact information for the advertising department at "Computer Enthusiasts."

In Jiangzhou:

Venus Avenue:

Triumph Internet Cafe, equipped with fifty computers:

The installation of the Internet cafe management system was complete for three internet cafe administrators.

Boss Hu watched the network administrator explore the advanced management system with delight.

"This system is amazing!"

Excitedly, Boss Hu called Deng Liwen.

"Old Deng, do you know if there's a magnetic card option in the management system? I'd like to get it. It's convenient, really convenient!"

Deng Liwen responded, "I'll find out for you. It's a young man behind this. Personally, I think he's quite reliable and honest."