Hard work after winning the lottery

Hua Yun didn't beat around the bush; she knew that with a straightforward person like her uncle, she had to get straight to the point.

She took out the food she had brought for her grandparents from the car and handed it to them, her expression becoming serious.

"Uncle, I'm here to discuss a big business deal with you."

Li Ye took the things, unceremoniously opened a bag, took out a steamed bun, and started eating. Suddenly, he was amused by her serious expression.

"How big of a deal? Are you going to sell your sheep to the heavens?"

"Even bigger than that." Hua Yun's eyes were burning. "Uncle, I want to ask you to come out of retirement and partner with me to open a whole roasted lamb restaurant by Baixi Lake."

Li Ye suddenly stopped eating.

He looked at his niece, his eyes filled with astonishment.

"Roast...roast whole lamb?"

"Yes." Hua Yun nodded firmly. "I will provide the venue, funding, the secret recipe, and the best sheep from Xishan Muyun."

"You are responsible for the technology, the baking, and the daily management."

She paused, looked directly into her uncle's eyes, and said, word by word.

"We are not in an employment relationship, we are partners."

"After deducting all costs, the profits will be split 30/70 between you and me."

The air seemed to freeze.

The smile on Li Ye's face vanished completely, replaced by an extremely complex expression that mixed shock and contemplation.

He remained silent for a long time before placing the water bottle on the edge of the well and asking in a deep voice, "Where did you get this secret recipe?"

"I bought it," Hua Yun said frankly. "The top culinary training institution in the country, with an exclusive imperial recipe, for 38,800 yuan."

"hiss--"

Li Ye gasped.

Having worked as a cook, he naturally knew the weight of the words "secret recipe."

He admired the girl's audacity in spending 38,800 yuan on a tutorial.

Deep within him, the fire that had been extinguished for many years seemed to be rekindled by his niece's words.

Back then, he did consider opening his own shop.

Opening a shop requires capital and energy, and his parents' health prevents him from going far away.

Staying in the village, tending to his small plot of land, his life was peaceful, but it also wore down his sharp edges and dreams.

He thought that this was how his life would be.

Unexpectedly, opportunity came knocking on our door in this way.

Do what you're best at and what you love most right at your doorstep.

You can make a lot of money without leaving your hometown.

Isn't this the life he had always dreamed of?

"Uncle, I know you have excellent skills, it's such a pity that they're just being wasted in the village."

Hua Yun's voice rang out again, carrying a seductive power.

"Just imagine, at the foot of Baixi Lake, as the sun sets, tourists gather around a bonfire, enjoying our whole roasted lamb, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with its irresistible aroma... How beautiful would that scene be?"

"The brand 'Xishan Muyun' can't just float online; I want it to take root and let its fragrance fill the entire Baixi Village!"

Li Ye's breathing became somewhat rapid.

He clenched his fists tightly, his knuckles turning slightly white from the force.

Looking at Hua Yun's young and confident face, he seemed to see himself many years ago, when he dreamed of becoming a chef.

"Let's do it!"

The two words that came out of his mouth were firm and resounding.

A collaboration concerning the future was finalized in the simplest and most direct way, right by the well in this rural courtyard.

The next day, she went to the village secretary, Uncle Zhang, and formally submitted an application to rent land by Baixi Lake.

She had already chosen the location; it was right next to the lakeside road, a prominent location with plenty of open space.

Secretary Zhang already had a high opinion of Hua Yun, a leader in helping people get rich. When he heard that the project was to attract tourists to a catering business, he immediately agreed and, in the name of the village collective, gave her an extremely affordable rental price.

As soon as she got the land, Hua Yun immediately contacted Wang Jianjun, the contractor who had built her house.

She didn't want the makeshift tin shed.

What she wanted to build was a spacious, bright, and even somewhat exhibition-oriented "roast lamb restaurant".

The main structure is steel, with walls on three sides, while she requested that the side facing the road be made of a single sheet of transparent tempered glass.

She wanted every passing tourist to clearly see how each carefully selected lamb, marinated using a secret method in her uncle's hands, was roasted on a rotating grill until it sizzled and dripped with oil, gradually transforming into a golden and tempting work of art.

This is not just a kitchen, it's a stage.

The cooking process is the best part.

At the same time, she and her uncle also established a complete service process.

Completely made to order.

After customers make a reservation by phone or WeChat mini-program, they will be advised to recommend the most suitable lamb based on the number of diners.

Once determined, Tang Bohuashi would select the fattest and strongest goat from the herd.

Slaughter, process, and then marinate for several hours using that secret recipe worth 38,800 yuan.

From the moment a customer places an order, this lamb becomes their own special delicacy.

The entire baking process was personally overseen by Uncle Li Ye, who controlled the heat throughout.

The lamb will only be served whole when the skin is golden and crispy and the meat is tender and juicy.

Next to the roast lamb restaurant, they built a semi-open dining area with treated wood and set up several sets of rustic wooden tables and chairs.

Guests can enjoy the lake breeze, the scenery, and a delicious meal here.

Of course, if guests need it, they also offer a "delivery of lamb" service, which delivers the roasted whole lamb directly to the designated campsite or guesthouse.

The division of labor was thus clearly defined.

Hua Yun was responsible for the initial publicity and promotion, order communication, and financial management.

Uncle Li Ye took a clever young man from the village as an apprentice and devoted himself to the study and practice of roasting lamb.

A preliminary industrial chain centered on Xishan Muyun, integrating breeding, sales, and catering experiences, was thus enthusiastically established on the shores of Baixi Lake.

Wang Jianjun's construction team is extremely efficient.

In just one month, a unique building rose from the ground on the once empty land by Baixi Lake.

The main steel structure is sturdy and modern, with three solid walls painted in a warm off-white color.

The most eye-catching feature is the huge, transparent tempered glass wall facing the lakeside road.

Under the sunlight, it resembles a flawless crystal, reflecting the surrounding lake and mountain scenery, making everything inside a beautiful sight.

Hua Yun flipped through the old almanac and carefully selected an auspicious day suitable for opening a business and breaking ground.

She didn't plan on having a grand opening ceremony, nor did she want to invite any unrelated people to cut the ribbon.

She decided to roast three sheep first.

Not to attract business, but to reward everyone who had worked hard with her during this time.

From the workers at the Xishan breeding farm to the customer service representatives at the online store, and even Uncle Tang and Uncle Man who helped slaughter the sheep, no one could be left out.