Chapter 263: Wen Zifan's Admiration

Northern sea resources?

Chen Jianhai was taken aback for a moment, then he slapped his forehead. He had been so focused on building hotels that he had forgotten about the matter of sea resource development.

"What about the sea resource development?" Chen Jianhai asked curiously.

The old man in the vest found it hard to speak, "I came here today mainly to ask you,"

"If your hotel plans to develop the northern sea resources in the future, can our islanders do the fishing for you?"

Sea development requires fishing teams.

Chen Jianhai had some experience in hotel management, but he knew nothing about sea development and fishing. To develop the resources, he would have to hire fishing teams and boats.

The old man in the vest and his people had a simple thought:

Instead of Chen Jianhai hiring external fishing teams, why not let the islanders do the fishing?

This way, both sides could achieve a win-win situation.

Seeing Chen Jianhai deep in thought, the old man quickly added,

"Don't worry!"

"Our islanders all have fishing boats and ample fishing experience. We definitely won't let you down."

The old man spoke sincerely, with a hint of pleading in his voice.

There was no other choice.

Xu Yong's Nanjiang Broad Aquatic Company had recently driven down fish prices so low that the islanders' livelihoods were becoming increasingly difficult. If this continued, the islanders might have to give up fishing and seek other means of living.

"Grandpa, about the northern sea resources... to be honest, I haven't planned anything yet." Chen Jianhai said frankly.

"Previously, the association did mention that whoever successfully built a hotel on the island would have the right to develop the northern sea resources."

"But I haven't connected with the association about the details, the processes, and many other things. So I can't give you an immediate answer now."

"How about you wait for me to check with the association first, and then we can discuss it?"

For Chen Jianhai, if he could help the islanders, he certainly would. However, since this resource development was negotiated by the association, he didn't know the exact location of the resources, what they entailed, or how the profits would be distributed. It wasn't prudent to give an immediate response.

"But don't worry, Grandpa."

"I am one of the islanders, and I will definitely stand by us."

Hearing this, the old man's lips trembled, and his eyes reddened.

"Thank you, Huluwazi,"

"Your words mean more than anything."

...

After sending off the old man, Chen Jianhai picked up his phone and dialed Wen Zifan's number.

Although asking Su Jie about the northern sea development would be more convenient, it was better to let his assistant handle such official matters.

"Yes, boss,"

"I'll contact the association right away and find out about the northern sea resource development at Xiaomajia Island."

Wen Zifan's crisp voice came from the other end of the line.

"Thank you," Chen Jianhai said.

He had to admit, the junior introduced to him by Xu Yong was indeed impressive!

She handled tasks reliably without dawdling. Despite being a girl, she was straightforward and had strong execution capabilities.

If it weren't for Wen Zifan managing the Langai Hotel, he wouldn't have felt at ease staying on the island all the time.

"By the way, boss, there's one more thing."

Wen Zifan's voice continued,

"The association just called. The chef competition will be held during the Nanjiang Beer Festival."

Chen Jianhai's pupils contracted, "Why so suddenly!"

He was planning to properly set up the themed beer tent and lead Da Bo and the others in a grand Langai Food Festival, but now the association wanted to hold the chef competition at this time.

This is ridiculous!

There was already too much money to be made. How could they spare the manpower to participate in a chef competition?

Wen Zifan replied, "It is indeed sudden."

"This morning, the association sent an email notification."

"Since all 43 five-star hotels have registered to participate in the five-star dining area event at the Beer Festival, they decided to integrate resources and hold the chef competition during the Beer Festival."

Chen Jianhai was stunned.

Didn't Su Jie say he was the only one who registered?

How did it suddenly turn into 43 hotels participating?!

Is he crazy, or is it a time glitch?!

"Do you know why the association's hotels all decided to participate in this event?"

Chen Jianhai blurted out the key question.

Wen Zifan directly countered, "Isn't it because you were the first to sign up?"

"I was the first?!" Chen Jianhai was shocked,

"What does this have to do with me? When did I initiate this?"

Wen Zifan explained, "Because you decided to participate in the event first, the other hotels followed your lead."

At this point,

Wen Zifan's voice carried a rare tone of admiration and respect,

"Boss, being able to influence the actions of all the five-star hotels in Nanjiang City single-handedly,"

"You are truly remarkable!"

...

On any other day, hearing such praise from Wen Zifan would have made Chen Jianhai rush back to Langai, eager to see her admiring expression.

But now, Chen Jianhai was fuming and couldn't think about anything else.

Damn it,

Who wants to influence their actions!

Weren't all the other hotels supposed to stay out, leaving me to shine alone!!

A perfectly good beer tent, suddenly crowded with 43 teams, how is this going to work?

"Boss, I have another suggestion."

Wen Zifan's voice came from the other end of the line.

"Qiao Ni, Dao Dun, and Hong Bei's live streams are quite popular now."

"Why don't we announce the chef competition in their live streams, so their fans can support us on-site? What do you think?"

Even though Chen Jianhai was angry, he was still rational.

Professional technical streamers like Da Bo, Qiao Ni, Dao Dun, and Sheng Yu Pian were popular online because of their unique skills and craftsmanship.

Not because of packaging, beauty filters, or other auxiliary stuff,

So there was no need to worry about fans being disappointed or leaving after meeting them.

Every day, their fans watched them chop potatoes, wash dishes, knead dough to make cakes, and squat on the ground to pick chives and peel garlic.

Normally, they stayed in the kitchen and rarely had a chance to come out.

But this Nanjiang Beer Festival,

All the hotel chefs would be working in the beer tents, providing a rare opportunity to meet fans.

At that time, regardless of anything else,

Just the fan base of Qiao Ni and the others would easily overshadow other hotels in terms of popularity.

"Alright!"

Chen Jianhai gritted his teeth.

"Announce the chef competition in Qiao Ni's live stream and all other streamers' channels. Share the location and time with their fans!"

"Coordinate this with Lin Suyang and Zhao An."

"Preferably, set up a secret passphrase or slogan,"

"Fans who show up from the live stream will get free entry."

"The hotel will cover the cost!"

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