Chapter 18: What Kind of Tea Is This? 300,000 in Such a Short Time!

Chapter 18: What Kind of Tea Is This? Three Hundred Thousand in Such a Short Time!

The Industry and Commerce Department oversees all enterprises in the county, big and small. Whenever there are instructions from higher authorities, they must convene meetings to respond accordingly.

Most of the county’s business owners would attend these meetings as well.

This particular symposium lasted until noon before concluding. The business owners were then invited to the lounge, where the Industry and Commerce Department hosted them for lunch in the cafeteria.

Most of these people chose to stay, as dining with the department’s leaders might reveal useful information.

When Huang Yuan entered the lounge carrying a box of Qingfeng tea, the business owners were already engaged in conversation.

He went over to the tea table and opened the box of Qingfeng tea.

Since his childhood friend had asked for his help, Huang Yuan naturally obliged.

He poured the tea leaves into the cups and prepared hot water to brew the tea. Within a short while, he had brewed a large pot of tea.

He poured himself a cup and took a sip.

The tea’s aroma was truly delightful, and with each mouthful, there was a lingering sweetness. Even without being a tea connoisseur, Huang Yuan knew this was exceptional tea—far superior to what he usually drank at home.

Thinking this, he lifted the pot and began serving tea to the business owners.

The owners were not surprised; after all, southern China has a rich tea culture that permeates every aspect of life—from the tea ware and water quality to the variety of teas consumed. No one was more skilled in this than the people of Min Province.

In modern times, business negotiations often revolve around drinking—many feel that a deal isn’t settled until someone is drunk and disorderly, leading to plenty of curses after each meal.

But southerners often spend entire afternoons over tea and yet manage to close deals.

So, the business owners found it perfectly normal that the Industry and Commerce Department had prepared tea for them. They eagerly picked up their cups and sipped.

After a few sips, surprise appeared on their faces.

“Wow, this tea is really something!”

“Not just something—the aroma and aftertaste are truly excellent!”

“This tea even refreshes the mind. I doubt you could buy this kind of tea for less than ten thousand yuan. The Industry and Commerce Department actually provided us with such fine tea?”

“This tea is indeed better than those costing over ten thousand a box,” a middle-aged man suddenly remarked. “Besides, brewing such a large pot has already affected its flavor.”

Seeing this man, others nodded in agreement.

He was Zhou Xiang, the owner of a major textile factory in the county—a well-known tea enthusiast.

Zhou Xiang took another sip, his expression becoming slightly enchanted as he asked Huang Yuan, “Sir, may I ask what kind of tea this is? I’ve never had it before.”

Huang Yuan quickly explained, “This tea was sponsored by the Qingfeng Teahouse near Zhongmin Plaza for this symposium. It’s called Qingfeng Tea.”

“Qingfeng Teahouse? Never heard of it. Is it newly opened?” Zhou Xiang inquired curiously.

As a tea lover, he was familiar with nearly every teahouse in Youcheng and often brought guests there. Almost every teahouse stocked a few boxes of the most expensive teas.

Huang Yuan nodded, “Yes, Qingfeng Teahouse is new and currently the largest in Youcheng.”

Zhou Xiang’s interest piqued. “How much does this tea cost? Surely no less than fifteen thousand yuan a box?”

Huang Yuan wasn’t sure and quickly added, “President Zhou, I’m honestly not certain, but I can call and find out.”

“Please do!” Zhou Xiang urged.

Several nearby owners chimed in as well:

“Yes, I just ran out of tea in my office; I want to see if I can get a few boxes.”

“This tea is excellent; if the price’s reasonable, I’ll buy some too.”

“Please ask for us!”

Huang Yuan saw the enthusiasm and took out his phone to call Da Fei.

Da Fei had already returned to the teahouse with Lu Feng and Yang Ming. Upon receiving Huang Yuan’s call, he answered quickly and, when asked about the price of Qingfeng tea, replied, “It’s 7,500 yuan a box, with 16 servings per box.”

After hanging up, Da Fei smiled and reported to Lu Feng, “Young Master Feng, my childhood friend said many business owners are asking about the price after tasting the tea. Once they know, many will want to buy.”

“Mm,” Lu Feng nodded.

Since Qingfeng tea was far superior to teas costing over ten thousand yuan a box, selling it at 7,500 yuan was surely going to attract buyers.

Back in the Industry and Commerce lounge, after ending the call, Huang Yuan told Zhou Xiang and the others, “President Zhou, gentlemen, Qingfeng Teahouse said each box contains 16 servings and costs 7,500 yuan.”

“Only 7,500 yuan for 16 servings?” Zhou Xiang’s first reaction was surprise. “The most expensive teas in Youcheng’s teahouses usually cost five thousand yuan for 12 servings. This price isn’t much different!”

Other owners were equally astonished. Qingfeng tea was indeed excellent; they had assumed a price between ten to twenty thousand yuan per box was normal. Who would have thought it was only 7,500?

Moreover, since they had never tasted this tea before, they all felt compelled to stock up.

Many harbored such thoughts.

Seeing the moment was right, Huang Yuan said no more and refilled everyone’s cups.

…

At Qingfeng Teahouse, around noon, Lu Feng said to Da Fei, “Let’s take everyone out for lunch.”

“All right, Young Master Feng,” Da Fei agreed, then turned to Xiao Yao, the most attractive girl in the group. “Xiao Yao, have them finish cleaning in the afternoon. Young Master Feng is treating us; let’s go eat first.”

Xiao Yao nodded and quickly sent a WeChat message. Shortly after, the other four girls came downstairs.

Zhongmin Plaza is one of Youcheng’s economic centers, filled with various shops and restaurants.

Lu Feng led the group to a restaurant for a meal. Shortly after returning to the teahouse, a man in a suit entered.

Xiao Yao immediately approached him. “Sir, how may I assist you? Our teahouse offers all kinds of tea and beverages.”

The man cut straight to the point. “Do you sell Qingfeng tea? The kind that costs 7,500 yuan a box? I’ll take three boxes to go.”

“Certainly, sir. Please wait a moment,” Xiao Yao replied promptly and went to fetch the tea from the storage.

Da Fei exchanged a glance with Lu Feng. Since the man came straight for Qingfeng tea, he was surely one of the county’s business owners.

Xiao Yao returned with the three boxes, adding, “Sir, our teahouse also has private rooms with excellent tea-brewing environments. You’re welcome to visit anytime.”

The man glanced at Xiao Yao and asked, “If I come, will you personally brew the tea for me?”

“Of course, sir! We can add each other on WeChat, and you can notify me before your visit,” Xiao Yao said eagerly.

The man nodded and pulled out his phone for Xiao Yao to scan. At the same time, he said, “Also, please bring two more boxes of Qingfeng tea to the teahouse for me. My name is Chen Li.”

“All right, President Chen,” Xiao Yao replied cheerfully and went back to get two more boxes. She labeled them with his name.

The customers’ tea would be kept in a dedicated cabinet, ready for pickup whenever they visited.

Chen Li quickly scanned to pay 37,500 yuan and left with the three boxes.

Lu Feng couldn’t help but give Da Fei a big thumbs-up. Clearly, Da Fei’s plan was working.

The happiest was naturally Xiao Yao. Tea is a high-margin product; profits from tea sales at teahouses can reach up to 40%, while tea masters typically earn a 10% commission.

Her commission was 10% of the sale, so this single transaction earned her 3,750 yuan.

Just as Xiao Yao placed President Chen’s tea in the cabinet, another middle-aged man arrived and asked, “Do you have Qingfeng tea? I’ll take five boxes.”

Again, it was Qingfeng tea. Another girl hurried over with excitement. “Sir, we have Qingfeng tea. Please wait a moment.”

Da Fei had already set rules for the five girls: except for their own regular clients, walk-in customers would be attended by whoever was on duty, and they took turns serving. The order had been arranged.

This girl quickly fetched five boxes. The man paid without hesitation and left with his tea.

Soon after, three customers arrived, seemingly partners in the bamboo products business. The south is rich in bamboo, and Youcheng is known as the hometown of moso bamboo, naturally giving rise to related industries.

These three were cautious, sitting at a table and requesting to sample the Qingfeng tea first.

Da Fei was prepared; he had already opened a box of Qingfeng tea specifically to entertain such guests.

After tasting the brewed tea and confirming it was indeed Qingfeng, each bought three boxes before leaving.

Before long, another middle-aged man arrived and bought 20 boxes outright. He also left five boxes at the teahouse and paid 187,500 yuan in one go.

Lu Feng, Yang Ming, and Da Fei were all astonished.

The girl who served this man was so excited she almost jumped, even linking arms with him as they carried the tea out.

Such enthusiasm was natural—her commission on that sale alone was 18,750 yuan.

Xiao Yao and the other three girls looked on with envy.

When the girl returned, Da Fei called her over. “Xiao Ling, what’s his name?”

Xiao Ling replied immediately, “President Zhou, his name is Zhou Xiang.”

“Ah, him!” Yang Ming said in surprise. “He owns a large textile factory in the county. I’ve heard of him.”

Da Fei nodded. “No wonder he’s so generous. Xiao Ling, you must maintain good relations with President Zhou. Make sure to greet him regularly.”

“Got it, Brother Fei!” Xiao Ling nodded.

Lu Feng couldn’t help but give Da Fei a second thumbs-up. Truly, if he were selling the tea himself, he wouldn’t know how to proceed. But with Da Fei’s methods, 41 boxes were sold in a short time, totaling 307,500 yuan in revenue.

At this rate, clearing out all the Qingfeng tea from the game seemed quite easy.

(End of chapter)