roccoschili Chapter 245 Beauty Salon
Chapter 245 Beauty Salon
At the thought of her impending entry into history with the first beauty brand in the Great Zhou Dynasty, Cen Jiexiao's heart blossomed with joy. Excitement danced joyfully in her chest like spring butterflies. She was eager to find the perfect shop and turn her magnificent beauty dream into reality. So, grabbing Xiaozhi and Yulan, she rushed out of Puji Hall like a whirlwind and began her shop-hunting journey through the streets and alleys of Linkang Prefecture.
"Dean, please slow down! Wait for me! I can't keep up!" Xiaozhi panted as she chased after Cen Jiexiao, clutching bags of snacks, treats, and other trinkets she'd bought on a whim while shopping. These items ranged from delicate sugar figurines, fragrant roasted chestnuts, brightly colored silk flowers, and even a mimicking starling she'd bought from a street vendor.
Yu Lan remained on high alert, scanning her surroundings like a hawk, fearing someone might suddenly rush up and hurt Cen Jie Xiao. Ever since Cen Jie Xiao was attacked on the street last time, Yu Lan had become extra cautious. Whenever Cen Jie Xiao went out, she would stay by her side, ensuring her safety.
Cen Jiexiao couldn't care less. Her mind was now preoccupied with finding a shop, oblivious to the clamor and bustle of the outside world. She moved enthusiastically through the bustling crowd, her gaze quickly scanning the shops lining the street, muttering to herself, "This shop is too small and lacks grandeur! This shop is too remote, so it definitely doesn't attract enough customers! This shop's decor isn't quite right..."
"Director, what kind of shop are you looking for?" Xiaozhi couldn't help but ask. She really didn't understand why Cen Jiexiao was so determined to open a beauty salon. Wasn't the business at Pujitang enough to keep her busy?
"I'm looking for a shop with a good location, a large area, and unique decoration!" Cen Jiexiao answered without hesitation, her tone full of determination and confidence. She had already sketched out a grand blueprint in her mind: to make this beauty salon a "beauty paradise" that all women would flock to.
"A good location? Of course it's Pulan Street, the most prosperous commercial street in Linkang Prefecture!" Xiaozhi blurted out. Then, as if remembering something, his tone became depressed again. Like a deflated ball, he said weakly, "But the rent for shops on Pulan Street is shockingly high. I don't know if we can afford it."
Cen Jiexiao smiled mysteriously, reached out and gently patted Xiaozhi's head, and said comfortingly: "Hey, there will always be a way! Come on, let's go to Pulan Street first and take a look!"
Pulan Street, the busiest street in Linkang Prefecture, lived up to its reputation. Shops lined both sides, their signs swaying gently in the breeze, as if beckoning passersby. The sounds of hawking, haggling, and laughter blended into a vibrant symphony of life. Sister Cen Xiao, accompanied by Xiaozhi and Yulan, strolled along, stopping occasionally to admire the dazzling array of goods, or to be captivated by the exquisite performances of street performers. Weaving in and out of the bustling crowds, they felt the city's vitality and prosperity.
"Dean, look, the owner of that rouge shop is dressed so exquisitely! If our beauty salon opens, it will definitely attract many beauty-loving women like her!" Xiaozhi said excitedly, pointing to a gorgeously decorated rouge shop not far away.
"Of course. Our beauty salon aims to create the best beauty experience in Linkang Prefecture and ensure that every customer can feel refreshed and regain their confidence!" Cen Jiexiao said confidently, as if she had already foreseen the grand occasion after the beauty salon opened.
"Yes, yes, the dean is right! When the time comes, we can launch various promotional activities to attract more customers!" Xiaozhi also became excited and began to imagine a bright future.
As she walked, Cen Jiexiao suddenly stopped, her eyes drawn to a large, unused shop on the corner. The shop, situated in a prime location on the street, boasted a grand facade, two floors, and several hundred square meters. Yet, for some unknown reason, it remained vacant. The shop's doors and windows were boarded tightly shut, covered in dust, giving it a somewhat run-down appearance, a stark contrast to the bustling surroundings.
"Dean, does that shop look a bit strange to you?" Xiaozhi asked curiously, following Cen Jiexiao's gaze.
"It's a bit strange. Let's go and take a look!" Cen Jiexiao said, and walked towards the store.
Xiaozhi and Yulan followed closely behind. The three of them came to the door of the shop and looked at this mysterious shop carefully.
"Dean, I think this is the one! It's so grand!" Xiaozhi pointed at the store excitedly, wishing he could rush in immediately.
Yu Lan also nodded and said, "This store has an excellent location and is large enough. It is indeed a good choice."
Cen Jiexiao curled her lips in satisfaction. It seemed like great minds think alike. She walked straight to the door of the shop and took a closer look. She found that although the shop had been vacant for a long time, its overall structure was intact. It was just a little dusty and dirty, and a little repair would make it look brand new.
"Let's go in and take a look!" Cen Jiexiao said, and stepped into the shop door.
The inside of the shop was even more spacious and brighter than it looked from the outside, but because no one had taken care of it for a long time, it seemed a little empty and deserted. Cen Jiexiao looked around and began to think about the layout and decoration of the beauty salon in her mind.
"Dean, do you really want to buy this store? The rent will definitely not be cheap!" Xiaozhi asked with some concern. She knew that Cen Jiexiao always spent money lavishly, but she couldn't be so wasteful!
"Don't worry, I have a way!" Cen Jiexiao said confidently. She had already made up her mind to first rent the shop in the name of Zhaoyin Academy, and then find a way to raise funds to open the beauty salon.
"Dean, please don't forget that the money of our academy is used to support poor students. If you use it all to open a beauty salon, what will happen to those students?" Xiaozhi persuaded earnestly. Although she also supported the opening of a beauty salon, she also knew the priorities.
"Oh, Xiaozhi, don't worry, I know what I'm doing! I opened the beauty salon to make more money. Then, we will have a virtuous circle. Since Zhaoyin Academy has sufficient funds, it will continue to expand and open branches to help more ordinary families and solve their children's education problems!" Cen Jiexiao said, putting her arm around Xiaozhi's shoulders and said with a smile.
"Just wait and see, I will definitely make this beauty salon a huge success!"
Xiaozhi nodded helplessly. She could see that Sister Cen was determined to open a beauty salon, and no amount of persuasion would help.
Cen Jiexiao enthusiastically threw herself into the preparations for the beauty salon. Xiaozhi's concerns were nothing but whispers in her ears, not dampening her enthusiasm in the slightest. She hired the city's best cleaners to thoroughly clean the shop, inside and out, ensuring it was spotless. She then hired skilled craftsmen to renovate the shop according to her vision.