Chapter 43: The Shanghai Tiger is nothing but fart

  Seeing Shen Pangzi and Ma Qixiang's great interest, Lin Xiaotang explained to them in detail. This pay-first-then-consume approach is very common abroad. This model can attract some big spenders with strong financial resources. On the one hand, they are regular customers of these entertainment venues, and some business dealings and socializing require them to come to these places to show off their wealth. On the other hand, introducing this tiered service approach can better showcase the identity and status of VIPs.

  Lin Xiaotang also suggested setting up a separate VIP room with soundproofing and high-end audio equipment, hiring a dedicated band to perform on one side of the room, and allowing customers to sing along with the band's accompaniment if they wish. In recent years, Shanghai has produced many popular singers whose songs are well-known to everyone, and many people enjoy singing them.

  So in this private room, let the guests be the masters and let them experience what it's like to be a red song star. After all, there are many artists in Shanghai now, and those who can play musical instruments are not in the minority. In this way, whether the guests want to sing or perform opera, they can do whatever they want, and business will definitely be booming.

  Shen Pangzi and Ma Qixiang were thoroughly moved by Lin Xiaotang's idea, Zhang opened his mouth wide, and the shadows in his eyes were all about money, this business is absolutely marketable, it must be feasible.

  Shen Pangzi slapped the table, "Xiao Qi, it's done! You get a share of the business!"

  Lin Xiaotang waved her hand and pointed to Da Tou, who was dancing with abandon, indicating that she was considering handing over the daily business of Ke Hua Hotel to Da Tou, so it would be better for them to discuss this matter specifically with Da Tou.

  Lin Xiaotang smiled, "Fatty brother, Xiang Shao Ye, you guys don't look at Da Tou who is always buried in the kitchen learning to cook, but these ideas are all his brainchild. Moreover, he is a genuine and outstanding economics student from Nanjing University, such talent is hard to find even with a lantern! With him around, our little idea can become reality in no time!"

  Shen Pangzi and Ma Qixiang looked at each other, both with an incredulous expression. They stood up simultaneously, Shen Pangzi shouting: "Big Head Ge, the manager of Shandu is yours, name your salary!" Ma Qixiang was not to be outdone: "Big Head, I'll give you 20% of the shares in Hero Nightclub, and throw in two beautiful women as a bonus!"

  Dà tóu was suddenly jumped on by two people, his arms were pulled to the point of pain, and he loudly shouted: "Lǎo qī, save me! What kind of evil spirits are these two guys!"

  Lin Xiaotang smiled and pulled the three people back, handing them a cup of wine. "Alright, alright, whether it's Shandoushi, Hero or Ke Hua, now we're all one body. Brothers are like broken bones still connected by tendons. When there's a way to get rich, we should come together. You guys might as well listen seriously to Big Head's ideas."

  Shen Pangzi and Ma Qixiang, upon hearing this, immediately perked up, respectfully yielding the center seat, with a serious and humble expression of eager listening and seeking guidance.

  Dàitóu listened to Lin Xiaotang's retelling and suddenly burst out laughing. "Really planning on doing this?"

  Shen Pangzi was anxious as soon as he heard it, "This is a proper way to make money, who doesn't do it is an idiot!"

  Dàitóu was also surprised, these ideas were just casual conversations with Lín Xiào Táng, didn't expect Lín Xiào Táng to remember them completely and now unreservedly pushed himself to the forefront to take charge of this matter.

  Dahua looked at Lin Xiaotang with gratitude, cleared his throat and began to explain eloquently. At this moment, Dahua was full of spirit and completely lost his usual rough appearance. Lin Xiaotang couldn't help but think that people can only play their value when they find a suitable position for themselves!

  Dahou's thinking is very clear, he thinks that since Shandoushi, Hero and Kehua are now one entity, it would be better to merge the three businesses into one company, using the company name to expand business. This way, resources can be integrated, operations standardized, and disputes between brothers due to lack of transparency in business can be avoided.

  As for the subsequent operations, let's start with the Hero Night Club. The diversification of performances and guest singing rooms have been confirmed to be carried out. In addition, we need to increase the intensity of external publicity. Newspapers, trams, and radio stations are all suitable channels. Apart from this, Shandu Shi might as well add late-night services, increasing Western-style tea and snacks, making it convenient for guests on Hero's side to dine. After all, singing and dancing all night is exhausting. As for Ke Hua, since customers always bring out dancing girls, why not use Ke Hua as the hotel for overnight stays? The two companies can dispatch personnel and vehicles every night to wait at Hero's door. When customers need to eat late-night snacks or open a room, they can be sent separately to Shandu Shi and Ke Hua. This way, the result is self-evident - all three parties win!

  The big talk is over, and the room falls silent. The dancers who were just here have all been chased out by Ma Qixiang. Under the dim light, several pairs of eyes reveal an irrepressible excitement.

  Ma Qixiang jumped up and hugged the big-headed brain, giving it a kiss. "My god of wealth, I'm really blind, how did I just wait for you to come!"

  Shen Pangzi slapped his forehead, "I'm just a pig brain, let the living god of wealth go to the kitchen to be the head chef, and find a block of tofu to smash myself to death!"

  Lin Xiaotang smiled and bumped fists with Da Tou, "It's all up to you from now on!"

  He slapped his thigh heavily, "No need to say more, brothers trust me. If you all don't make a fortune by this time next year, I'll roll up my bedding and leave Shanghai!"

  The four of them drank another round with gusto.

  Ma Qixiang stood up, his handsome face already flushed with red, and shouted at the three of them: "Today I'm in a good mood, you guys must have fun too! I'll go find some beautiful women to come over, we'll keep drinking later! No one is allowed to leave without getting drunk!" After finishing speaking, he staggered out of the room.

  Less than ten minutes after going out, a big commotion was heard outside, with the sound of fighting and continuous crashing sounds coming over.

  Lin Xiaotang's face changed, and she was about to get up. Ah Mao pushed open the door and rushed in, with a bitter expression, saying to Shen Pangzi: "Big brother, they're here again, it's that group of people!"

  Shen Pangzi waved his hand casually, signaling Ah Mao to leave.

  Lin Xiaotang made a move as if to go out and take a look, but Shen Pangzi pulled him back onto the sofa with one hand. "Little Seven, don't mind your business, let's continue drinking."

  "Damn it, he's looking for death, daring to come here and cause trouble, can't live a good life?"

  Shen Pangzi smiled wryly, "Brother, you're really something! The major shareholder here is Young Master Xiang, he doesn't even dare fart, what's the point of us coming here!"

  Lin Xiaotang said in surprise: "Isn't that right? With Young Master Xiang's temper, if someone smashed his door, could he bear it?"

  Shen Pangzi let out a long sigh, "Xiao Qi ah, you can tell, right? This place has just been renovated?"

  Lin Xiaotang nodded.

  "But did you know this is our third renovation this year and it's all happened within the past three months?"

  "What? Smash it once a month?"

  Shen Pangzi nodded, "I forgot to count the days today. If I had known they were coming today, I would have booked another place!"

  "Isn't that right, Fatty? You're being bullied like this and you're just going to tuck your head in like a turtle? The great Thirteen Heroes of Shanghai are reduced to this?" Big Head couldn't believe his ears.

  Shen Pangzi downed the wine in his cup in one gulp, "What can I do? It's all because of Young Master Xiang's debt! If I were to lay a hand on him, he would definitely cut ties with me!"

  "Is this the sweetheart of Young Master Xiang? Which young lady from a wealthy family has he offended?" Lin Xiaotang was very curious, he didn't expect that Ma Qixiang, who was usually fearless, actually had such a weakness.

  "Bullshit! What a good thing, Ma Qixiang's little aunt! Duan Baohu, you should know that she is a big shot in Shanghai, but in front of her, it doesn't even count as a fart! No, not even a fart!" Shen Baozi said astonishingly.

  "What? Little auntie!" Lin Xiaotang and Da Tou's jaws almost dropped.

  At this time, A Miao rushed in again, speaking with a sobbing tone, "Big brother, you'd better go out and take a look. Today is not right, the leader of the other side is chasing after Young Master Xiang to hit him, and Young Master Xiang doesn't even fight back. If this goes on, it won't be good!"

  Lin Xiaotang suddenly stood up, "If the young lady is so overbearing, then it's no wonder that Rong Shaojun married her sister. I'd better go take a look!"

  "I'm going too!" Da Tou followed closely behind.

  Shen Pangzi failed to stop them, and could only watch as Lin Xiaotang and Da Tou ran out. He slapped his forehead, "It's all over! Tonight is going to be lively!"

  Lin Xiaotang and Da Tou rushed to the front hall, where the originally lively dance hall was now in a mess. The guests had all run away, the furniture, sound equipment, and stage were all smashed to pieces. A group of men in black suits were still smashing things with gusto. Shen Pangzi and Ma Qixiang's underlings stood by, looking at each other in dismay, not daring to intervene.

  Lin Xiaotang turned her head, in the empty dance pool, a small figure wearing tight training clothes was chasing Ma Qixiang to hit him. Ma Qixiang seemed afraid to fight back, only dodging and circling around. While running, he scolded, "Guess Ba you little brat, relying on that mother tiger to support you, dare to hit me? I'm a magnanimous person, won't bother with you, don't force me too hard, or I'll still beat you up, ah yo!"

  As they spoke, Ma Qixiang was kicked in the back by that little rascal and stumbled forward.

  Lin Xiaotang saw that things were going badly and hastily flew forward, kicking out with one foot to block the attack for Ma Qixiang.

  Ma Qixiang turned around and saw it was Lin Xiaotang, tears almost streaming down his face. "Xiaoqi, you've finally come!"

  Lin Xiaotang was furious, "Your hands and feet are just decorations, being beaten by others without even fighting back."

  Ma Qixiang's face turned red, and he just sighed.

  At this time, Cai Ba rushed up again. Lin Xiaotang shouted to the people below the stage, "All of you hit him! If anything happens, I'll take responsibility!" As he spoke, he turned around and charged forward.

  Shen Pangzi and Ma Qixiang's men immediately found their leader and picked up their weapons to charge at the group of black-clad men.

  Ma Qixiang hastily blocked him, "Don't, don't!" But it was too late, the two groups of people and horses were already mixed together in a melee.

  Shen Pangzi quietly walked onto the stage and helped Ma Qixiang up, "Are you okay?"

  Ma Qixiang covered his lower back, "Shen Pangzi you bastard, seeing me being beaten by others, but not taking action!"

  Shen Pangzi smiled all over his face, "Don't be angry, who dares to offend that mother tigress? If I dared to help you, she wouldn't smash my Santanas every month!"

  Lin Xiaotang and Ca Ba had already clashed, but unexpectedly, this little guy's kung fu was extremely special, using Muay Thai, with elbows, shoulders, and knees as attack points, the offense was swift and fierce, and in an instant, Lin Xiaotang was caught off guard and became flustered.

  Suddenly, a clear voice came from the entrance of the ballroom, "Ma Qixiang, you've become bold, haven't you? You even dare to hit my man!"

  Ma Qixiang's face turned pale, "It's all over!"