Chapter 128 Annoyed Chen Xueru
Xu Huizhen is a shrewd person. Although she has taken over the canteen these days, she also understands that when running a business, there are gains and losses. Although the civilian canteen is very popular now, with the reputation of the chefs, many bars and restaurants in the city have followed suit and imitated her by inviting those crosstalk performers to add to the atmosphere.
So, during this period of time, Xu Huizhen did not relax at all.
She also gradually discovered that although crosstalk can liven up the atmosphere, a person's ability is limited, and there are only a few jokes that can be repeated over and over again, which are not sustainable.
Just when he was thinking about whether he should find a new crosstalk artist to help add some freshness, his father-in-law He Daqing took the initiative to give him a pillow.
"Dad, you still have a long-term vision. The atmosphere in our cafeteria is indeed not as lively as before recently!"
Xu Huizhen looked at He Daqing happily.
"Dad, this is a good idea. We don't have to hire permanent crosstalk performers. If we hire some temporary ones, we can reduce costs and add a sense of freshness to the diners!"
He Daqing was also at a loss whether to laugh or cry when he heard this.
I just did it casually, and I never thought that Xu Huizhen would think so much about it. If she continued to analyze it, I would probably become a capitalist.
"You, just let go and do it."
He Daqing shook his head and quickly changed the subject.
Xinhua Bookstore is usually open only during the day, so Ma Shuhuai has his own time at night. So the next night, Ma Shuhuai went all the way to the civilian canteen.
Looking at the young Ma Shuhuai, Xu Huizhen couldn't help but feel surprised, but with He Daqing's recommendation, she didn't dare to underestimate him, and asked Ma Shuhuai to go on stage and perform for the customers.
Ma Shuhuai let out a long breath, then stood on the platform under the gaze of everyone and started to perform crosstalk.
At this time, he was only an amateur and had not yet reached the stage of creating his own crosstalk. Fortunately, he had a good memory and performed a crosstalk that he had heard in Chang's Teahouse.
Stand-up comedy can be very challenging, but Ma Shuhuai spoke vividly and at a brisk pace, and within a short while, he drew warm applause from the audience.
Ma Shuhuai is a show-off. Although it was his first time performing on stage, the sight of so many people watching him and being able to understand his own points immediately perked up his spirits, and he became more and more excited as he spoke.
So much so that after a performance, he was so thirsty.
"This boy is really a natural comedian!"
He Daqing, who had just got off work, also walked towards this side curiously.
After listening to a short passage, I couldn't help but nod my head secretly. It is worthy of being Ma Ji. Even though Ma Ji is very young, his crosstalk level is unmatched by ordinary people.
"Dad, you are here!"
Xu Huizhen also noticed He Daqing and came over with a smile.
"The guy you found for me is amazing. Although he's not as skilled as the previous crosstalk performer, he's very good at putting on a show. People are laughing just by listening to him tonight!"
Obviously, Xu Huizhen was very satisfied with Ma Shuhuai's performance.
While he was stunned, Ma Shuhuai finished his performance and noticed He Daqing, and ran over with a smile.
"Brother He, thank you so much. This is my first performance and I have many shortcomings. I hope you can forgive me!"
Ma Shuhuai is now extremely humble. He did not expect that He Daqing has such great influence here. He just reported He Daqing's name and went directly on stage to perform.
"This has nothing to do with me. Whether or not to keep you is up to our shopkeeper Xu!"
He Daqing smiled and looked at Xu Huizhen teasingly.
"Dad, what are you talking about!"
A hint of shyness flashed across Xu Huizhen's pretty face, but she handled things neatly and efficiently. After just a few days of experience, she already had more of the aura of a boss.
Xu Huizhen looked at Ma Shuhuai and said,
"Ma Shuhuai, right? Let's be more flexible. I'll give you one dollar a day, pay you in cash, and provide meals. What do you think?"
Ma Shuhuai, "???"
My goodness, the boss Xu of this civilian canteen actually called He Daqing "Dad"? In other words, she is He Daqing's daughter-in-law?
And I actually called He Daqing brother, this... is not appropriate!
But when Ma Shuhuai heard the salary offered by Xu Huizhen, he couldn't help but be shocked.
You know, many people only earn a dozen yuan a month. Even someone like Ma Shuhuai, who works as a bookseller in the Xinhua Bookstore, doesn't earn much.
I can earn one dollar a day just by coming here to perform and exercise at night. If I persist for a month, wouldn’t I be able to earn thirty dollars a month?
"What's the matter? It's too little?"
Xu Huizhen looked at Ma Shuhuai with a smile.
"No, no, there are too many. I am a little embarrassed!"
Ma Shuhuai said embarrassedly.
"As long as you can liven up the atmosphere here, it's not too much. You should do more work. If you do a good job, I will give you a raise in the future!"
With just a few words, Xu Huizhen actually started to paint a rosy picture for Ma Shuhuai.
Although she is currently acting as the canteen manager, if things continue to develop in this way, it is only a matter of time before she becomes a full-time employee, and she still has the right to pay people a salary.
"Okay, I'll listen to you. I'll definitely perform well!"
Ma Shuhuai grinned and said, no one would complain about having too much money.
So, during the following period of time, Ma Shuhuai sold books at the Xinhua Bookstore during the day. If there was no one in the bookstore, he would think about practicing his skills, or thinking about making jokes about what was happening around him. At night, he would go to Xu Huizhen and perform the crosstalk he had come up with on stage.
It must be said that Ma Shuhuai is a genius and he is indeed gifted in crosstalk. With his intensive performances day after day, the atmosphere in the civilian canteen has become more and more lively.
"This young wife is running a successful business."
At a table in the cafeteria, sat a gorgeously dressed young woman. This person was none other than Chen Xueru, the owner of the silk shop.
Recently, she heard that the cafeteria in Fengze Garden was bustling with activity, so as a businesswoman, she also came to take a look.
What businessmen pay attention to is to keep an eye on all directions and to listen to all sides. Only by obtaining information in a timely manner can they find business opportunities.
However, Chen Xueru did not expect that Xu Huizhen, who looked about the same age as herself, was running the canteen so well. In comparison, the silk and satin shop she inherited from her father was nothing.
And when she learned that Xu Huizhen's father-in-law was He Daqing, she became even more envious.
Yes, Chen Xueru has reached the age where men and women should get married. Recently, many people have come to her house to propose marriage, but she has not seen any of them.
Feeling upset, I came to the civilian canteen to drink some wine and listen to crosstalk to relieve my boredom.
But after Chen Xueru learned about Xu Huizhen's situation, she became even more depressed.