105: Chapter 106 Two Stores Open Simultaneously

Qian Xu stood at the entrance of Hongdae Store No. 2.

Looking at that brand-new sign.

"Yunmengze Life Plaza · Hongdae Store No. 2"

Black metal plaque.

Just like Branch No. 1.

He smiled.

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His mobile phone buzzed.

It was a message from Kim Min-jun.

"Mr. Qian, Yeouido Store No. 3 is ready."

"Everything is ready," Qian Xu replied.

"Good."

"Opening simultaneously at ten o'clock."

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9:50 AM.

On the main street of Hongdae.

A long queue had already formed.

Some people were carrying shopping bags.

Some were pushing shopping carts.

Others were taking photos.

"Heard there's a discount for the opening today?"

"Yes, 20% off everything."

"And there's a Chinese snack section."

"I waited for two hours when Branch No. 1 opened last time."

"I specifically took leave today."

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Qian Xu stood at the entrance.

Looking at the queue of people.

Feeling warm inside.

These customers.

All came for Yunmengze.

He turned around.

Walked into the store.

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Store No. 2 is bigger than Branch No. 1.

800 square meters.

Three floors.

The first floor is the fresh food area.

The second floor is the snack area.

The third floor is the daily necessities area.

Shelves neatly arranged.

Freezers flashing white light.

Six cash registers installed.

Twice as many as Branch No. 1.

"Mr. Qian, everything is ready."

A young employee ran over.

It was the assistant manager transferred from Branch No. 1.

Called Lee Jae-hoon.

25 years old.

Korean.

But he speaks Chinese very well.

"Good."

Qian Xu nodded.

"Open the doors."

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Lee Jae-hoon picked up the walkie-talkie.

"Attention all departments."

"Ten o'clock sharp."

"Open on time."

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10:00 AM.

Hongdae Store No. 2 doors opened.

The crowd surged in.

The first floor fresh food area.

Instantly packed with people.

"How much for these strawberries?"

"5000 won a box."

"1000 won cheaper than Lotte Mart!"

"Give me three boxes!"

"What about this cabbage?"

"3000 won each."

"Also cheaper!"

"I want two!"

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Second floor snack area.

In front of the Chinese snack section.

A long queue formed.

"I bought these spicy strips last time at Branch No. 1."

"Super delicious!"

"Right, I bought them too."

"Stock up more this time."

"And these snail rice noodles."

"My roommate is Chinese."

"She said this brand is the best."

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Third floor daily necessities area.

Fewer people.

But still very lively.

"Is this rice cooker a Chinese brand?"

"Yes, Midea."

"Quality is very good."

"Price is half that of Korean brands."

"Give me one."

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Qian Xu stood on the second floor.

Watching the scene below.

Smiled.

His phone buzzed.

It was a call from Kim Min-jun.

"Mr. Qian, Yeouido Store No. 3 has also opened."

"How is the situation?"

"Packed!"

Kim Min-jun's voice was excited.

"White-collar workers came during their lunch break."

"The boxed meals in the fresh food area."

"Sold out in ten minutes."

"Imported goods in the boutique area."

"Also selling very fast."

Qian Xu smiled.

"Good."

"Keep it up."

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Hung up the phone.

Qian Xu checked the time.

10:30 AM.

Half an hour since opening.

He walked to the checkout counter.

Asked Lee Jae-hoon.

"How many orders now?"

Lee Jae-hoon checked the system.

"182 orders."

"Average transaction value 45,000 won."

Qian Xu nodded.

"Not bad."

"Better than when Branch No. 1 opened."

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Phone buzzed again.

System notification.

Qian Xu opened it.

"Yunmengze Life Plaza · Hongdae Store No. 2 Opening"

"First half-hour foot traffic: 320 people"

"Sales: 8.2 million won"

"Yunmengze Life Plaza · Yeouido Store No. 3 Opening"

"First half-hour foot traffic: 280 people"

"Sales: 7.5 million won"

He smiled.

Put away his phone.

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2:00 PM.

Qian Xu drove to Yeouido.

At the entrance of Store No. 3.

More people queuing.

All white-collar workers in suits.

Wallets in their hands.

"Hurry, hurry."

"I only have one hour for lunch break."

"Don't rush."

"The queue moves fast."

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Qian Xu walked in.

Store No. 3 is smaller than Store No. 2.

Only 600 square meters.

But the decoration is exquisite.

Shelves are wood-colored.

Lighting is warm yellow.

Next to the checkout counter.

There is a small coffee bar.

"Mr. Qian!"

Kim Min-jun walked over quickly.

"You're here."

"How is the situation?"

Qian Xu asked.

"Very good!"

Kim Min-jun smiled.

"From opening until now."

"Four hours."

"Sales have already exceeded 50 million won."

"And."

"Many white-collar workers are asking."

"If there are membership cards."

"If we can deliver to their homes."

Qian Xu nodded.

"Membership cards can be done."

"Home delivery is also possible."

"But it takes time."

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He walked to the fresh food area.

In front of the boxed meal counter.

A long queue.

A young female white-collar worker.

Bought three boxed meals.

"You buying so many?"

Qian Xu asked.

The female white-collar worker smiled.

"Bringing them for colleagues."

"They also want to come."

"But can't get away."

"The boxed meals here."

"Are much better than convenience stores."

"And the price is about the same."

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Qian Xu nodded.

"Thanks for the support."

The female white-collar worker looked at him.

"Are you the boss?"

"Yes."

Qian Xu smiled.

"So young?"

The female white-collar worker was a bit surprised.

"I thought the boss was Korean."

"I am Chinese."

Qian Xu said.

The female white-collar worker was stunned for a moment.

Then smiled.

"A supermarket opened by a Chinese person."

"Things are so good."

"I'll come every day from now on."

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5:00 PM.

Qian Xu returned to Hongdae Store No. 2.

The queue at the entrance was still there.

Lee Jae-hoon ran over.

"Mr. Qian, the data is out."

"Seven hours since opening."

"Foot traffic exceeded 5000 people."

"Sales exceeded 120 million won."

Qian Xu nodded.

"Not bad."

"How much was Branch No. 1 on opening day?"

"15,000 people," Lee Jae-hoon said.

"Sales 850 million won."

"But Branch No. 1 was all day."

"Store No. 2 has only been seven hours."

"And today is a workday."

"The weekend should be even better."

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His phone buzzed.

Message from Kim Min-jun.

"Mr. Qian, Yeouido Store No. 3 data."

"Seven hours since opening."

"Foot traffic 3500 people."

"Sales 95 million won."

"Boutique supermarket model."

"High acceptance among white-collar customers."

Qian Xu smiled.

Replied.

"Good."

"Keep it up."

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7:00 PM.

Hongdae Store No. 2.

Closing time.

But there were still quite a few customers in the store.

Lee Jae-hoon picked up the walkie-talkie.

"Dear customers, sorry."

"The store closes at 7:00 PM."

"Please check out as soon as possible."

The crowd slowly dispersed.

Qian Xu stood at the entrance.

Watching the last customer leave.

Smiled.

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His phone buzzed.

System notification.

Qian Xu opened it.

"Yunmengze Life Plaza · Hongdae Store No. 2 First Day Data"

"Foot traffic: 8200 people"

"Sales: 210 million won"

"Member registration: 1200 people"

"Yunmengze Life Plaza · Yeouido Store No. 3 First Day Data"

"Foot traffic: 5500 people"

"Sales: 180 million won"

"Member registration: 800 people"

He smiled.

Put away his phone.

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Kim Min-jun called.

"Mr. Qian, today was too successful!"

"Double store opening."

"Sales nearly 400 million won."

"And."

"Lotte Mart's traffic dropped again today."

"Hongdae store down 40%."

"Yeouido store down 30%."

Qian Xu smiled.

"They are anxious."

"Yes," Kim Min-jun smiled.

"And, Manager Park Seong-ho called me just now."

Qian Xu was stunned.

"Park Seong-ho?"

"Yes," Kim Min-jun said.

"He said he wants to see you."

"Tomorrow morning."

"At the Apgujeong building."

Qian Xu smiled.

"Good."

"Seems like he can't sit still anymore."

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Hung up the phone.

Qian Xu stood at the entrance of Hongdae Store No. 2.

Looking at that black metal plaque.

Smiled.

Double store opening.

Traffic packed.

This is just the beginning.

He turned around.

Prepared to go home.

His phone buzzed again.

Message from Park So-yeon.

"Mr. Qian, congratulations on the double store opening!"

"How is the data?"

Qian Xu replied.

"Very good."

"Hongdae Store No. 2 first day 210 million."

"Yeouido Store No. 3 first day 180 million."

Park So-yeon replied quickly.

"Wow!!!"

"So amazing!"

"Celebrating tonight?"

"I'll treat you to dinner!"

Qian Xu smiled.

"Good."

"What time?"

"Eight o'clock!"

"Same place!"

"Your place!"

Qian Xu smiled.

"Good."