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Chapter 131 Viewing a House
Jiang Man and Qin Yishen, along with Wang Xiu's family, set foot on this prosperous land, filled with hope for the future.

As soon as I got off the bus, I was greeted by the hustle and bustle of Kyoto. The streets were filled with cars and people, and the shops lining the streets showcased the city's vibrant commercial atmosphere.

Jiang Man and Qin Yishen led Wang Xiu's family straight to their two-story villa.

The villa's exterior is simple yet grand, and the interior is spacious with numerous rooms. The moment Wang Xiu and her family stepped into the villa, their eyes were filled with amazement and gratitude.

Wang Xiu said somewhat reservedly, "Man'er, this house is so spacious and beautiful. Is it really appropriate for us to move in?"

Jiang Man smiled and took Wang Xiu's arm, saying, "Xiu, don't be so polite with me. We're like family. We have plenty of rooms, so you can settle in comfortably."

Xu Laosan also said with emotion, "You have been so kind to us. We will remember this kindness in our hearts."

Qin Yishen laughed heartily and said, "We're family, so let's not stand on ceremony. From now on, let's live well together in Kyoto and work hard together."

After settling Wang Xiu's family in, Jiang Man and Wang Xiu couldn't wait to embark on a search for a suitable location for their dream restaurant.

The two first arrived at a bustling commercial street in Kyoto. It was a lively and vibrant place, teeming with people. Shops lined the street, their signs dazzling the eye. Jiang Man and Wang Xiu browsed through them, carefully examining every potential store.

They found a shop in a good location, situated on a street corner with high foot traffic. Jiang Man and Wang Xiu entered the shop, where a shrewd shop owner greeted them.

Jiang Man spoke first: "Boss, you're transferring ownership of this shop, right? We'd like to know the details."

The shop owner enthusiastically introduced the shop: "This location is superb, surrounded by commercial streets, guaranteeing a steady flow of customers. Plus, the shop is quite spacious, making it perfect for a restaurant."

Wang Xiu looked around and indeed thought the shop layout was good, but still asked calmly, "How much is the rent?"

The shop owner held up one finger and said, "One thousand yuan a month, that's a very reasonable price for this location."

Jiang Man and Wang Xiu exchanged a glance, both feeling that the rent was higher than expected. Jiang Man smiled and said, "Boss, your price isn't very reasonable. You see, the competition in this area is fierce, and we're just starting out, so the pressure is really high. Could you lower it a bit more?"

The shop owner looked troubled: "Young lady, this is already the lowest I can offer. If I lower it any further, I'll lose money."

Wang Xiu chimed in, "Boss, you see we really want it, so please consider it a friendly gesture and give us a fair price. How about seven hundred yuan?"

The shop owner shook his head repeatedly: "No, no, it's too little, there's no way we can negotiate."

Seeing this, Jiang Man pulled Wang Xiu aside and whispered, "Sister Xiu, the location of this shop is indeed good, but the rent is a bit high. Let's try to negotiate and see if we can get it down to 800."

Wang Xiu nodded in agreement. The two returned to the shop owner, and Jiang Man said sincerely, "Boss, we really want to rent this shop from you. We'll need your help in the future. How about eight hundred yuan? We won't take up too much of your time. If it's okay, we can discuss the details right away."

The shop owner hesitated for a moment, then gritted his teeth and said, "Alright, I see you're honest people, so it'll be eight hundred yuan a month, that's the lowest I can go."

Jiang Man and Wang Xiu exchanged a smile, chatted with the shop owner for more details about the shop transfer, left their contact information, and then left. Afterwards, they went to a residential area. Compared to the commercial street, there was slightly less foot traffic here, but there were many residents in the surrounding area, ensuring a stable customer base.

They saw a shop with a "For Sale" sign and went inside. A kind-looking older woman greeted them.

After Jiang Man explained his purpose, the woman introduced the shop: "My shop used to be a small general store. The location is okay, there are many houses around, but the shop is not big."

Wang Xiu looked around and asked, "Auntie, how much is your rent?"

The woman held up five fingers: "Five hundred yuan a month. This is my own house, and the price is negotiable."

Jiang Man and Wang Xiu felt the price was reasonable, but they still wanted to negotiate it down further.

Jiang Man smiled and said, "Auntie, you see, we're planning to open a restaurant, and the initial investment is large. Could you give us a discount? How about four hundred yuan?"

The woman hesitated for a moment: "Four hundred yuan is a bit low, young lady. My house may not be big, but it's in a good location, so I don't have to worry about renting it out."

Wang Xiu quickly said, "Auntie, you see, if we open a restaurant, it will be more convenient for you and your neighbors to eat there. Maybe we can even give you a discount."

The woman thought for a moment and said, "Alright, you two girls seem pretty honest. Four hundred and fifty a month, that's the lowest I can go."

Jiang Man and Wang Xiu felt the price was acceptable, so they agreed with the older woman to come back and discuss it in detail later.

After a long day, Jiang Man and Wang Xiu had looked at many shops and negotiated prices with several landlords. In the evening, the two returned home exhausted, carrying loads of documents.

Qin Yishen and Xu Laosan were already waiting at home. Seeing them return, they hurriedly came to greet them. Jiang Man and Wang Xiu, without even taking a break, eagerly shared their experiences of looking at the shop that day with the two of them.

Jiang Man took out the note and said, "I looked at a few shops today. The one on the commercial street has a good location, but the rent is high. I negotiated it down to 800 yuan a month. The one in the residential area has a relatively cheaper rent of 450 yuan a month, but the location isn't as lively."

Wang Xiu also added: "The one in the commercial street has a large customer flow, but the competition is also fierce; the one in the residential area has a stable customer base, mainly from the surrounding residents, but its expansion potential may be a bit weaker."

After listening, Qin Yishen pondered for a moment and said, "Although the rent is high at the commercial street, there are many potential customers, and if managed well, the profit margin is also large. Although the foot traffic at the residential area is relatively low, the costs are low and the risks are small."

Xu Laosan nodded in agreement: "Yishen is right, we need to consider all aspects. In the long run, the commercial street may have greater development potential, but the pressure in the early stages is also greater; the residential area is more stable and can guarantee basic income."

Everyone sat together, discussing the matter. Jiang Man said, "I think we still need to consider our actual situation. In terms of funding, opening a restaurant requires a lot of money for initial renovations and equipment purchases. If we rent a shop in a commercial street, the financial pressure will be enormous."

Wang Xiu continued, "But commercial streets have high foot traffic and exposure, which allows you to gain fame more quickly."

Qin Yi thought for a moment and said, "How about this, let's make a budget first and see if we can survive the initial period by renting a shop in the commercial street with our current funds. If the risk is too high, this one in the residential area is also good. We can slowly build up our reputation and then consider expanding the scale."

Xu Laosan nodded in agreement: "This is a good idea. If we make a budget first, we'll have a better understanding of the situation."