Siheyuan: starting from signing in to get roasted pig's trotters

Chapter 1396 Continuous Progress

While looking through ancient diaries, Zhao Aimin discovered a record about Liu Lan. It turns out that Liu Lan once went to the Soviet Union to study culinary arts. It was a turbulent time, but Liu Lan was not defeated by the difficulties. Instead, she seized the opportunity, studied hard and made continuous progress.

Zhao Aimin was very surprised by this period of history. Liu Lan is not only a chef, but also a person full of courage and determination. He is not satisfied with the status quo, but pursues a higher realm and constantly challenges himself.

"Liu Lan is really an amazing person." Zhao Aimin said with emotion.

Ma Hua also nodded in agreement, "Yes, it takes a lot of courage and perseverance to learn cooking in such an environment."

Zhao Aimin decided to continue to study Liu Lan's experience in depth. Through communicating with Liu Lan's descendants, he learned more about Liu Lan's studies in the Soviet Union. Liu Lan received rigorous training there, learned many new techniques and techniques, and became a highly skilled chef.

What is even more surprising is that during that time in the Soviet Union, Liu Lan met a young girl named Anna. Anna is also a student who loves cooking. She and Liu Lan spent many good times together, learning and growing from each other.

Zhao Aimin was immersed in this touching love story. He imagined the life of Liu Lan and Anna in a foreign country, supporting each other and pursuing their dreams together.

However, as time passed, Liu Lan had to leave the Soviet Union and returned to the Zhao family compound. Shortly after his return, a huge change occurred in the Zhao family compound, and the connection between Liu Lan and Anna was also interrupted. However, their story has always remained in the history of the Zhao family compound and has become a touching legend.

Although Zhao Aimin and Ma Hua are full of enthusiasm and confidence in opening Western restaurants, start-up funds are still a headache. Their dreams seem to be far from reality, and lack of sufficient funds has become the biggest obstacle.

Sitting at the small coffee table in the yard, Zhao Aimin frowned and said distressedly: "MCA, our plan is indeed great, but there is still a lot less start-up capital. What should we do?"

MCA thought for a moment, then smiled, "Yes, the funding issue is indeed a problem. Maybe we can consider some other ways to raise funds."

Zhao Aimin's eyes lit up, "For example, in what way?"

"We can hold a fundraising dinner, invite some people with strength and resources to attend, introduce our plans to them, and hope that they can fund us." MCA suggested.

Zhao Aimin nodded, "This is a good idea. We can set up a tent in the yard to create a warm and unique dining environment to attract more people."

So, they started planning for this fundraising dinner. They set up tents in the yard, decorated with flowers and colored lights, creating a romantic and warm atmosphere. In the kitchen, MCA and a group of volunteers are busy preparing delicious Western food, making every dish mouth-watering.

That night, many guests gathered in the courtyard, some were neighbors of the Zhao family compound, and some were businessmen and dignitaries in the city. Under the illumination of the lights, they tasted the food and listened to Zhao Aimin and Ma Hua's introduction to the western restaurant.

"Our Western restaurant will be a courtyard-style building, combining the characteristics of Chinese and Western cultures." Zhao Aimin introduced to the guests with passion.

"Moreover, we will provide a variety of exquisite and delicious Western dishes, paired with selected wines, hoping to bring a new dining experience to everyone." Ma Hua added.

The guests listened with great interest and expressed their support and expectations for this plan. Some people offered to provide financial support on the spot, while others pledged to become regular customers and support their restaurants.

After the dinner, Zhao Aimin and Ma Hua sat in the courtyard happily. Although the fundraising dinner is just the beginning, they know that through their own efforts and the support of others, their dreams will eventually come true.

"It seems that our plan has received a lot of support." Zhao Aimin said to MCA with a smile.

MCA was also smiling, "Yes, this is a good start. We must continue to work hard to make our restaurant a shining pearl in this city."

Their conversations were full of hope and confidence. They knew that although the road would be difficult and tortuous, as long as they dreamed and persevered, everything would become possible.

In the process of preparing for the fundraising dinner, MCA volunteered to come forward and decided to borrow part of the start-up funds in person. Zhao Aimin expressed gratitude and admiration for his actions.

Ma Hua arrived at the gate of the Zhao family compound early. He was wearing a neat shirt and carrying a leather bag, with a firm and confident expression. He knocked on the door, and after a while, Uncle Zhao's housekeeper appeared at the door.

"Mr. Ma, what's the matter?" the housekeeper asked.

Ma Hua smiled and said: "I came to Uncle Zhao to borrow some money. We are holding a fundraising dinner in the Zhao family compound, hoping to raise start-up funds to open a Western restaurant."

The housekeeper was slightly surprised when he heard this, but quickly regained his composure, "Let me inform you."

After a while, Uncle Zhao came to receive MCA in person. He was smiling, but there was a hint of doubt in his eyes.

"Mr. Ma, how much money do you want to borrow?" Uncle Zhao asked.

MCA answered without hesitation: "We need a start-up capital, about five thousand yuan."

Uncle Zhao frowned, "Five thousand yuan is not a small amount. How do you plan to pay it back?"

Ma Hua smiled and said: "Uncle Zhao, don't worry, we will repay it through hard work and running the restaurant."

Uncle Zhao pondered for a moment and finally nodded, "Okay, I can lend you this money, but I hope you can pay it back as soon as possible."

Ma Hua quickly expressed his gratitude to Uncle Zhao, and then took the stack of banknotes handed over by Uncle Zhao. He secretly made up his mind to run the restaurant well and pay off the money.

Back in the yard, Ma Hua handed the money to Zhao Aimin, and the two discussed the details of the fundraising dinner again. They decided to arrange the tables and chairs for the dinner more exquisitely, so that every guest could feel their sincerity and enthusiasm.

On the night of the dinner, the courtyard was brightly lit with twinkling colored lights, creating a lively and festive atmosphere. Accompanied by delicious Western food and wine, the guests chatted happily and tasted the unique food brought by Zhao Aimin and MCA.

"These dishes are so delicious!" one guest praised.