Reborn in 2000: I just want to love a few people properly.

"Xu Bo, aren't you taking a bit too big a step now? You just opened a hot pot restaurant, and now you want to open a catering company."

Downstairs, Xu Bo didn't rush upstairs, but instead called He Yimei.

Lighting a cigarette, Xu Bo said, "It's not a big deal. Business is very good right now, and we want to take advantage of this time to promote the brand, so of course we need to start a company."

"I think you should still think it over. Better safe than sorry," He Yimei added.

"Alright, alright, please talk to Uncle Guo for me tomorrow morning. If it works out, I'll go there right away."

Guo Jiafei is a manager at a local bank, responsible for loan approvals. You can't go wrong with him when it comes to money matters.

"Alright, I'll call Uncle Guo tomorrow morning, but I still advise you to be careful."

"Okay, okay." Xu Bo hung up the phone and was about to go upstairs when his phone rang again. He looked down and saw that it was Luo Qiaoqiao calling.

"What's wrong? You already miss me after only one day?"

It's really strange that two people who can meet in the morning need to call each other in the evening to maintain their relationship.

"I'm alright, just missing you a little bit~" Luo Qiaoqiao sounded like she had just gotten home.

"Auntie, how is it?" Xu Bo asked softly as he lit a cigarette.

"Much better. All the indicators are normal now. I'll stay in the hospital for a few more days of observation, and I can be discharged in a couple of days."

Li Moling's illness can be controlled with medication, but the price of that medication is beyond the reach of most people.

"Don't worry, if someone as awful as me can survive, then Auntie is such a good person, she'll definitely be fine too."

After chatting for a few more minutes, Xu Bo was finally able to go upstairs to wash up.

After practicing a set of boxing moves with Du Qinglong, the four of them began their evening chat. Everyone had been very busy since the hot pot restaurant opened.

On one hand, there's the schoolwork, and on the other hand, there's the busy work at the hot pot restaurant.

Wang Yan is the largest shareholder, so he can make money without lifting a finger. Yu Haoqi and Du Qinglong have been busy with transportation and running around the market lately. Xu Bo pays them according to the standard for store waiters and occasionally gives them extra bonuses.

"I'm planning to open a catering company. I expect to finalize the investment in the next couple of days. I plan to use our hot pot restaurant as collateral for a loan from the bank. I think I can get a lot of money out of that."

In the quiet night, Xu Bo lit a cigarette and began to speak.

"I have no objection, you can discuss it with Wang Yan," both Yu Haoqi and Du Qinglong said.

"I have no problem with that either, but I must have the accounts, paperwork, and contracts reviewed." Wang Yan also had no objections.

There are many procedures to go through after setting up a catering company, which may take more than a month to complete. Moreover, after the company is established, everyone's shares are clearly written on paper and are protected by law.

"At that time, there will likely be external capital involved, so I need to ensure that I can control an absolute majority stake."

"Don't worry, I'll always stand by you no matter what." Wang Yan is still a bit socially awkward when he's out in public, but he's a chatterbox when he's with people he's close to.

"Okay, I will determine your shares according to your investment ratio. At that time, Gu Lin, Hao Qi, and Qing Long's shares will be distributed from me."

Upon hearing this news, the two people who were called widened their eyes, never expecting that one day they would become shareholders. This was a completely new thing in the circles they had been in since childhood.

"Going to sleep now, I have things to do tomorrow."

Ignoring the two of them, Xu Bo grinned, threw his cigarette butt on the ground, and pulled the covers over his head to go to sleep.

......

"Yes, Uncle Guo, thank you for your help."

The sun was shining brightly, and He Yimei was wearing a plain white dress. She was leaning against the railing, making a phone call.

"Yes, his hot pot restaurant is doing quite well. Last time he said he made more than 10,000 yuan in one day. I don't understand these things."

"Okay, I'll have him call you."

With a sweet smile, He Yimei hung up the phone. At this moment, Zheng Wan'er walked over carrying two backpacks, patted her best friend, and said...

"All done? You've arranged a connection for your lover?"

After joking around for a bit, Zheng Wan'er started thinking about what to eat for lunch.

"I understand him less and less." He Yimei hesitated for a moment as she looked at the "Aunt Xu" contact name on the phone.

The above shows that the last call was three days ago.

"Never mind, let's go eat. What should we eat?" I tried to stop thinking about these worries, but my stomach was already growling.

"Let's go to Xu Bo's place, he still has some cards, right?" Zheng Wan'er suggested.

Recently, many of my classmates have been going to Hai Lao Lao for meals, and its reputation has started to spread among the surrounding universities.

"Let's go," He Yimei said cheerfully.

Last time she went, Xu Bo led her directly to the back door, so she didn't really experience any commendable quality service. This time, she's definitely going to get a proper manicure.

……

Inside the shop, Gu Lin gently rubbed her temples and spoke to Bai Feifei from her office.

"I have class this afternoon, and I really can't skip it, otherwise I'll fail the course."

"Senior, you go ahead and get busy. I don't have any classes, and Qinglong and the others are all here too."

Bai Feifei finished organizing the documents and ledgers and stood in front of the table, speaking softly.

The food has been great lately, and with improved nutrition, my skin and figure have naturally improved as well. My oval face has also become a little rounder.

"Xu Bo said he was going to attract investment. What did he say after class?" Gu Lin said to Bai Feifei as she walked down the stairs.

"I don't know." Shaking her head, Bai Feifei continued, "They said they went to the bank to use our shop as collateral for a loan."

With a sigh, Gu Lin really didn't understand what Xu Bo was messing around with. This small shop made a lot of money every day, and all the college students in the area knew about the reputation of this seafood hotpot restaurant, yet Xu Bo was still not satisfied.

"Alright, I'm leaving. You go ahead and get back to work."

Gu Lin waved and walked towards the school.

At this moment, Xu Bo sat in the internet cafe scrolling through the group chat history, anxiously waiting for He Yimei's call.

I glanced at the time; it was almost midnight.

Xu Bo couldn't wait any longer and called He Yimei directly.

"Hey, it's settled then. You can just go there this afternoon. I'll message you later. Wan'er and I are going to your shop for lunch now. I'm hanging up now."

After hurriedly hanging up the phone, Xu Bo felt something was wrong and quickly thought through his mind that he must open a shop near He Yimei's school in the future.

That way, she won't have to keep coming back to her own school.

After getting up, he first called Gu Lin to tell her not to leave, and at the same time sent Bai Feifei away.

Unexpectedly, Gu Lin retorted with a single sentence.

"I have class this afternoon, I can't afford to fail. Also, the student council is recruiting tomorrow night, remember to come. And the sports meet is the day after tomorrow, I still need to prepare!"

Gu Lin said angrily, "Don't call me anymore, or I'll block you!"

Scratching his head, Xu Bo felt unlucky today; the phone was hung up on him before he could even say a word.

But before he could think any further, Xu Bo glanced at the bank address He Yimei had sent him on his phone and strode towards the hot pot restaurant.