Chapter 891 - 760: Spur Them On Properly_2

Liu Shaoxian’s avatar is quite unique; while everyone else has various selfies and emoji, his is just a green leaf, so vibrant and striking amidst a sea of colorful avatars.

Ren Yuchang pays close attention to old friends. With Liu Shaoxian’s unusual status, it’s rare to see him liking or commenting in the social media circle.

Curious, Ren Yuchang took a closer look.

After checking, he realized it was Yao Shi who posted about receiving an invitation from the Provincial Gourmet Association.

But enlarging the photo to read the content, he was surprised to find that the post was celebrating Fu Yu, as the invitation was addressed to him, having won the cooking video competition held by the Provincial Gourmet Association.

Well done, this kid!

Surprised but not overly astonished, Ren Yuchang thought this was expected.

He followed suit and gave it a like.

Li Zongming, sitting beside Ren Yuchang, noticed his unusual expression and casually asked, "What’s got you so excited?"

Ren Yuchang chuckled and turned the phone screen towards him, "Take a look."

Li Zongming glanced over, seeing it was Yao Shi’s post, with Ren Yuchang having liked it.

Yao Shi had written: looks like the future belongs to the young.

What’s got him so riled up?

"What’s up with Boss Yao?" Li Zongming asked, clicking open the photo to scrutinize the details.

Oh, it’s the invitation!

Wait... Li Zongming examined more closely and exclaimed, "Ah!"

The invitation is Fu Yu’s?

Li Zongming quickly turned to Ren Yuchang, "Isn’t this Xiaofu’s invitation?"

Ren Yuchang nodded, "Yes, that’s him."

Li Zongming, straightforward by nature, solely focused on his traditional Chinese medicine career without any business savvy.

His first thought upon seeing the post was, Yao Shi really is a great boss, genuinely happy for his employee’s success!

"Look how happy Boss Yao is, even posted to celebrate," Li Zongming commented, sitting upright with a smile.

Ren Yuchang, hearing this, knew Li Zongming hadn’t looked deeper, and thus laughed saying, "Of course he’s happy! Yao Shi truly has business acumen; through this publicity, the medicinal cuisine here is certainly going to heat up again soon."

Upon hearing Ren Yuchang’s remark, Li Zongming finally caught on.

Fu Yu winning a provincial culinary competition is ample proof of his cooking proficiency.

Being the boss, Yao Shi must be absolutely thrilled to use this chance to vigorously promote the restaurant’s medicinal cuisines.

Indeed, business savvy means quick reflexes!

However, despite the publicity, there’s bound to be genuine sentiment in Yao Shi’s musings.

Thinking this way, Li Zongming could understand Yao Shi’s sentiments.

Just like his own students; any teacher surely hopes for their pupils to be successful and accomplished.

If one of his students won an award at a provincial competition, he’d surely be ecstatic, boasting about it online.

Thinking of this, Li Zongming suddenly visualized that young handsome fellow.

Even though he isn’t familiar with culinary affairs, he reckoned cooking is probably similar to their traditional medicine.

Both professions rely on years of experience and accumulation.

Fu Yu achieved such results at a young age, indeed astonishing.

Especially considering he’s just been working for a little over a year, and already won a provincial culinary competition award!

Li Zongming envisioned Yao Shi’s post filled with a long list of likes and comments.

It really is enviable!

When will he also be like this?

If any of his students could stand out, he, as a teacher, would feel proud indeed.

Posting it online, he might say: doesn’t matter if I grow old, I have a bunch of outstanding students.

Then see who would dare disagree?

Thinking this, he couldn’t suppress this notion.

Why do the same young people have such varied excellence?

The students under him actually have good potential too; just need to work harder...

Li Zongming’s gaze progressively deepened.

The potential of young people is limitless.

Having this realization, Li Zongming resolved to exert pressure on his students and fellow doctors once he returned.

Without pressure, they lack the concept of effort!

Additionally, Li Zongming recalled the upcoming Provincial Chinese Medicine Conference, where Fu Yu would also attend.

Planning to seize the occasion for thorough discussions about medicinal cuisine cooking.

Beyond Ren Yuchang and Li Zongming liking and commenting on Yao Shi’s post, numerous chefs and restaurant bosses also noticed his post.

Among them, some praised Yao Shi’s business genius, others were awed by Fu Yu’s remarkable talent, while some were inspired, deciding to better cultivate their apprentices.

Meanwhile, Dong Jun Tian also stumbled upon the post.

His thoughts, however, were straightforward.

Great news!

His restaurant’s chef winning a provincial competition award, it’s definitely worth flaunting.

Just then, accountant Xin Li called, mentioning Fu Yu’s award.

Dong Jun Tian promptly responded, "Sure, should reward him. Remember last time Old Zhao won an award, we rewarded 2000, right? Let’s stick to that standard this time."

After ending the call, inspired, Dong Jun Tian visited the front desk to check the back kitchen’s order situation.

Upon examining, he found that despite Fu Yu recently becoming official, he already cultivated a stable customer base.

In contrast, Yao Yihang, transitioning simultaneously, had virtually no exclusive regular customers.

Dong Jun Tian frowned deeply.

Yao Yihang had already submitted his resignation request, but fearing staff shortage during the New Year, the restaurant had stipulated early application, with unpermitted departure during the festive season risking monthly wage deductions, as per contract.

At Qianlima, one month’s wage is always withheld, equating to a two-month wage loss.

Thus, typically, for financial security, no one would resign during New Year.

Although Yao Yihang’s resignation was approved, he still needed to work until next month’s end.

Regarding Yao Yihang’s departure, Dong Jun Tian had consulted Gu Yunwu.

Gu Yunwu evidently knew about it, displaying no intention to retain him.

Appears now, Yao Yihang truly had issues in work attitude.

Despite collecting wages, his work was careless.

Presumably, regular attitude wasn’t commendable either.

Increasingly dissatisfied with Yao Yi Hang, Dong Jun Tian recognized an apparent decline in work ethic with impending departure.

How could that be permissible?

After all, employing him for another day still necessitated payment.

Money should never be wasted frivolously!

Comparatively, Dong Jun Tian also felt slight dissatisfaction towards Gu Yunwu.

Though Zhao Meng’s temper wasn’t great, and lacked discernment, he was proficient in mentorship; look at Fu Yu and Yao Yihang’s disparity.

The gap is indeed vast.

As Gu Yunwu understood Dong Jun Tian well, Dong Jun Tian similarly grasped Gu Yunwu’s temperament.

This person has some slothfulness.

However, professionally, he rarely erred, so Dong Jun Tian overlooked it.

But now, several interns just joined, with Dong Jun Tian coordinating with the culinary school for post-internship evaluations.

Should they fail the assessment, his rapport with the school leadership might complicate matters!

The more Dong Jun Tian considered, the less assured he felt, hence called Gu Yunwu to his office during afternoon rest for stern reminders.

Focus on: Just look at Old Zhao, his mentee Fu Yu is remarkable, whereas you...

Upon leaving the boss’s office, Gu Yunwu sported a darkened face, making a resolute decision.

Decided to promptly assign tasks to his juniors, prompting them.

Sure, no problem!

Determined to drive them vigorously!

This afternoon’s rare leisure became one final moment’s respite for interns and junior staff.

Unbeknownst to them, their leader’s return might usher in a fresh start!