Chapter 145: It Can Only Be Understood, Not Put Into Words

Chapter 145: It Can Only Be Understood, Not Put Into Words

Su Mengyao and the others each took a cup, eyeing it skeptically before taking a tentative sip of the newly made milk tea. The moment they tasted it, a delighted surprise swept across their faces.

"This tastes really unique!"

"The color is special, the flavor is special, and somehow it's addictive. You can't help but want another sip."

"It reminds me of the time I spent at my grandparents' place when I was little! Life in the countryside was so much more fun than in the city!"

When their excitement finally died down a bit, Yun Zijin asked with a smile, "So? How's our secret weapon? Is it up to your expectations?"

Hearing her words, Lu Yunfeng suddenly had an outlandish guess. It sounded absurd, but it was also the only explanation that made sense. "So… this must be why you call it 'Forget-Your-Worries Milk Tea'?"

Sipping it seemed to conjure everyone's happiest, most carefree memories, providing a kind of spiritual comfort.

"It can only be understood, not explicitly described," Yun Zijin answered, neither confirming nor denying. She left them to interpret it as they wished.

"Can I get one more cup? Don't worry—I'll pay!"

Lu Yunfeng looked directly at Yun Zijin, anticipation evident in his tone.

"Of course, just scan the QR code there. It's 88 yuan per cup, but during the trial launch, there's a 20% discount. So you pay 70 yuan each."

Yes, a single cup of Forget-Your-Worries Milk Tea was priced at 88 yuan. After much deliberation, Yun Zijin and Qin Sitong had decided on that price. The higher cost was due to its expensive raw ingredients—unlike ordinary milk teas—and also because it served as the store's star attraction.

Whoever tasted it would definitely want more.

"Alright, I'll take two," Lu Yunfeng said as he scanned the code, readily paying 140 yuan.

For him, this sum was a trifling amount. If he weren't worried about drinking too much, he might have bought even more.

"Me too, me too!" Su Mengyao chimed in. "I'll take two—uh, wait—actually three cups! I'll bring some home for my parents and brother. Let them see what it's all about."

Saying that, she scanned the code for 210 yuan.

"What about anyone else? Let me note it down all at once," Qin Sitong asked, turning to the others.

"Me too, I want two cups. Well, make it four cups, so my family can try it too," Fu Yang said, scanning to pay for his.

"Okay, you all grab a seat. So many cups will take me some time to prepare."

Saying this, Yun Zijin walked back behind the counter and began making each order skillfully.

Just then, two girls stepped in from outside.

"This place is new, right? Wonder if it's any good."

"Let's give it a try. If it's tasty, we'll have a new milk tea option. If not… well, we just won't come back."

College life was when people typically had enough pocket money and plenty of free time. A milk tea's cost was usually not a major burden.

"Hello! It's our shop's first trial day, so everything is 20% off. May I help you?"

Qin Sitong greeted them warmly.

"Everything's 20% off?"

"Yes, absolutely everything," she replied with a confident nod.

"Then… why is this 'Forget-Your-Worries Milk Tea' so expensive?"

They noticed the flagship item listed at 88 yuan—far higher than the other 10–20 yuan milk teas on the menu. Even at 20% off, it was still 70 yuan.

"This is our signature milk tea. The ingredients are carefully selected, so the price is relatively high. Still, many customers have already bought it today, and those who try it typically love it," Qin Sitong explained.

"Are you sure people really buy it? That's practically two or three meals' worth of money…" One of the girls sounded doubtful.

Smiling, Qin Sitong pointed at Lu Yunfeng and the others sipping their newly prepared cups. "They've all bought it, and some even came back for seconds. You can glance over to see the fresh batches of Forget-Your-Worries Milk Tea. Then decide if you'd like to try it."

Fu Yang, hearing Qin Sitong mention them, called over, "Yes, indeed—this is our second time. We're quite amazed, actually!"

Seeing Fu Yang's well-dressed group nodding in agreement, the two new customers paused. If high-end patrons were actively buying it, maybe it was worth a shot.

"Still, 88 yuan is so expensive…" They hesitated.

"It's 70 yuan right now because of the 20% off trial period. Three days later, it'll go back to 88," Qin Sitong told them plainly. "Oh, and a small tip: Forget-Your-Worries Milk Tea works best when only one person drinks a cup. If two share a cup, the second person to sip won't get the 'surprise' effect."

After some internal debate, one of the girls relented. "Alright, once in a while, I can treat myself. Miss, let me try it!" She scanned 70 yuan.

"Ugh… okay, I'll have one too," her friend finally added, swallowing her reluctance as she also paid. "I guess it won't kill me to be a bit extravagant today," she murmured.

Zijin, in an excellent mood after these additional sales, let Qin Sitong handle the milk tea making this time. She had prepared quite a few cups in a row already and needed a break.

Seeing Fu Yang and the others leave happily, each holding multiple cups, the two new girls stared after them. "Hey, do you all know each other…?"

"Looks that way," one said as she noticed Fu Yang and others casually chatting with Qin Sitong and Zijin before stepping out. It made the girls suspect they'd been influenced or coaxed, but they were already paying customers, so it hardly mattered now.

Qin Sitong smiled politely, "We're all friends, yes. Please don't worry about that—just enjoy your milk tea. If you don't like it, we'd be happy to hear your honest feedback."

Uncertain yet curious, the two customers found seats to wait. Shortly after, Qin Sitong brought out their vividly colored Forget-Your-Worries Milk Tea. At first sip, their eyebrows rose in delight—just like the others before them. And they fell silent, immersing themselves in the unexpected rush of pleasant nostalgia.

Thus, on the trial opening day, Forget-Your-Worries Milk Tea proved a stunning success.

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