Chapter 7: Ding Family Tofu Pudding Rice

Approximately half a minute later, Gu Kaiwen received a text message notification indicating that his bank card ending in '2666' had received a transfer of 4 million.

Gu Kaiwen raised an eyebrow and said, "Aren't you planning to come back?"

Fan Yingjun's family operates a chain of catering enterprises, including hot pot, high-end hotels, mid-range restaurants, and Chinese restaurants, totaling at least 200 establishments, with a total market value exceeding 3 billion

This is a very frightening piece of data

Even though it is only early to mid-June, the temperature has already risen to over 35 degrees Celsius. In such hot weather, a young person dressed in a white shirt and dress pants can almost certainly be identified as a real estate agent.

I will go prepare the funds first. After saying this, Gu Kaiwen turned and left the inner courtyard of the Ding Family Douhua Restaurant

Ding Ronghua's quotation is still not sufficient at 20,000 yuan per square meter, and even though Ding's Douhua Restaurant is not located in the prime area of Porcelain Street, this price is still very sincere

Gu Kaiwen walked into the front yard of Ding's Tofu Pudding Restaurant. This front yard was slightly smaller than the Old Story Teahouse, but only marginally so. Gu Kaiwen knew that the front yard of Ding's Tofu Pudding Restaurant was 150 square meters, which was only 20 square meters less than that of the Old Story Teahouse

After several seconds, a lazy voice came through, "Old demon?"

Ding Ronghua nodded, "Alright!"

"Master Yun, I am going out for a stroll," Gu Kaiwen called out and then walked out of the Old Story Teahouse

After Gu Kaiwen left, the two agents finally spoke up, saying, "Old Master Ding, if you are willing to sell at the price of 4 million, I can sell it for you immediately"

After nearly an hour, Gu Kaiwen had not found a suitable shop. When he returned to the Old Story Teahouse, he saw his neighbor next door receiving two young men dressed in white shirts and slacks

Ding Ronghua continued, "A fixed price, a net receipt of 4 million, all expenses will be borne by you"

Wow! Second Brother, with a business worth 4 million, aren't you going to come over in person?

Your Uncle Haoran's wife is about to give birth to a son, and your Grandma Zhou has already gone ahead. I have taken care of things and will also be going over

On this point, Fan Yingjun was not joking

Gu Kaiwen interjected, "Old Ding, are you planning to sell your house?"

Gu Kaiwen did not ask further questions, nor did he make any comments, "Old Ding, how much are you planning to sell this house for?"

Ding Ronghua glanced at Gu Kaiwen and lightly scoffed, "Xiaowenzi, what are you here for?"

However, there are shops for rent on Porcelain Street, with the latest price being 1,200 yuan per square meter per month, which means the annual rent for one square meter is 14,400 yuan

"Second brother, are you still in Shengqing?" Gu Kaiwen added, "I am planning to borrow 4 million from you. If you can lend it to me, just say you are in Shengqing; if you cannot lend it, then you are not in Shengqing City, and this way it won't affect our friendship."

Porcelain Street is the most famous ancient town tourist attraction in Shengqing City

I am purchasing a property," Gu Kaiwen responded truthfully, "the tofu pudding restaurant next to my tea house, which you all have visited. The Ding family is planning to go to the United States, and I intend to buy it to expand my business scope.

In recent years, the popularity of Porcelain Street has been increasing year by year, leading to repeated expansions of Porcelain Street, with some originally residential areas transforming into tourist attractions

Gu Kaiwen is planning to look for suitable shops on Porcelain Street. If he finds a suitable shop, he would not mind renting it, even if the price is a bit higher.

Ding Ronghua is the owner of Ding's Tofu Pudding Rice, which is next to the Old Story Teahouse. He and Gu Kaiwen's grandfather are old partners, and Gu Kaiwen enjoyed Ding's tofu pudding rice quite a bit during his childhood

Gu Kaiwen quickly began to think; in the past five years, there have been no precedents for real estate transactions on Porcelain Street, and thus there are no reference prices for comparison

Gu Kaiwen considered for a moment and then nodded, saying, "No problem! However, I will need some time to prepare the 4 million in funds"

Please hold on a moment. Fan Yingjun is maintaining the call status

Hmph! Fan Yingjun let out a light snort, "You little rascal, are you deliberately trying to disgust me?"

"I am ready to compete with your family!" Gu Kaiwen joked

But... weren't you just selling it for 4 million?" the agent retorted indignantly

The popularity of Porcelain Street is indeed increasing more and more

When do you want the money?" Fan Yingjun added.

"We two old fellows should just stay over there and help them take care of the children," Ding Ronghua responded

After Gu Kaiwen walked out of the inner courtyard of Ding's Tofu Pudding Restaurant, he took out his mobile phone and made a call

Ding Ronghua's son, Ding Haoran, studied in the United States and stayed there after graduation. It is rumored that he married an American wife, which Ding Ronghua has boasted about repeatedly among the neighbors on Porcelain Street

"I have some thoughts," Gu Kaiwen replied candidly, "If the price is right, I will buy it. I would rather not have you sell it to some unsavory character, as it would bring misfortune to me as your neighbor"

Originally, the simplest solution should have been to transform the old Shishi Teahouse into a restaurant primarily serving fish from Xiaojing Lake. However, considering the significance of the Shishi Teahouse to Yunzhongyang, Gu Kaiwen abandoned this idea

Given the current popularity of Porcelain Street, it is certain that it will become even more popular in the future. Ding Ronghua did not directly mention the price, but he is laying the groundwork for increasing the price.

"Xiaowenzi, how much time do you need?" Ding Ronghua inquired, "I have booked a flight for the 21st, and I need to reserve a few more days to gather with relatives and friends."

The summer in Shengqing City is extremely hot

Gu Kaiwen nodded in agreement, "What about the price?"

In 2010, the average daily foot traffic on Porcelain Street was approximately 10,000 people. By 2012, it had doubled, and by 2016, it doubled again, reaching an average daily foot traffic of 40,000 people.

"Give me three days. After three days, regardless of the outcome, I will provide you with a response," Gu Kaiwen replied

Ding Ronghua let out a cold laugh, "That little fellow was raised by me. His grandfather and I are sworn brothers. You should clarify the relationship before discussing business."

June 13; Shafu District, Porcelain Street

In simple terms, the popularity of Porcelain Street is approximately two-thirds that of the Forbidden City

"Naturally, the sooner the better, lest delays lead to changes," Gu Kaiwen replied with a smile

Such a popular tourist attraction, especially one located within the city, naturally commands a high property value

Fan Yingjun mercilessly mocked, "To be honest, even if my family gave you a whole street, you still wouldn't be able to compete!"

Ding Ronghua said lightly, "210.04 square meters, fixed price of 5 million."

I am in Shengqing, Beiyu District. Fan Yingjun responded, "What do you need 4 million for?"

"What business areas are you planning to expand into?" Fan Yingjun asked curiously

This old house of mine, although it is only 60 square meters, has a yard of 150 square meters. Moreover, it is a street-facing property, so please do not bother this old man!" Ding Ronghua was speaking loudly.

Ding Ronghua considered for a moment before stating, "We are old neighbors, and you are aware of my situation. The inner courtyard is 150.24 square meters, and the old house has a usable area of 60.8 square meters, totaling 211.04 square meters."

Fan Yingjun grunted, "I'm busy!"

Gu Kaiwen has verified the changes in Xiaojing Lake, and he is contemplating how to leverage these changes to gain more benefits

Gu Kaiwen laughed twice and said, "Second brother, where exactly are you?"

Tsk tsk! Gu Kaiwen clicked his tongue twice, "Old Ding, are you going to America?"

Could it be that Old Man Ding wants to sell his house? Gu Kaiwen pondered silently in his heart

Hmm? Ding Ronghua looked at Gu Kaiwen, "Do you have any thoughts, kid?"