It took another half an hour to get from the Government House to Hutchison Plaza.
Originally, it only took a few minutes to get to Hutchison Plaza from Shek Kip Mei, and Sioux City also planned to arrange today's itinerary in this way.
However, Governor Mailiho's invitation interrupted his itinerary plan.
Since the Governor invited me, I must give him face.
Arrived at Hutchison Plaza, at the entrance, Sioux City could already feel that although it was lunch time, the flow of people in Hutchison Plaza was no longer what it was when it first opened for trial operation.
As the Rolls-Royce drove into the underground parking lot, Sioux City could feel the decrease in the flow of people even more.
In the past, even on weekdays, there were three to five hundred cars parked in the underground parking lot during lunch time.
But now, Su Cheng looked around, and it was already very good to have two hundred cars.
Take the elevator from the underground parking lot to the first floor. Sure enough, the flow of people shopping at this time is at least half less than the flow of people on previous working days.
This is actually normal. The novelty has worn off and people can no longer come here frequently. In addition, Hutchison Plaza is located in Kowloon Tong, a suburb of Xiangjiang. Before the opening of the subway, it was more troublesome to come here because of work. It is normal for the daily traffic volume to drop.
Su Cheng was not in a hurry to go to the office building of Hutchison Plaza. Instead, after walking around in the commercial building, he ate an authentic Xiangjiang cuisine in the restaurant on the third floor.
There are also many customers eating in this store at this time.
The restaurant only had one private room, and there happened to be no customers at this time, so Su Cheng directly booked this private room.
As a public figure, he doesn't like too many eyes focused on him while eating.
“Mr. Su is here to visit me. It’s my great honor.” Seeing Su Cheng, a wealthy man, coming to their restaurant for dinner, the restaurant owner was so excited that he kept shaking hands with Su Cheng and even forgot to let go. He stayed in person to serve Su Cheng and pour tea and water for Su Cheng.
"Boss, how is the business here now? It seems to be much slower than it was some time ago." Su Cheng simply chatted with the restaurant owner while waiting for his meal.
“In the past two weeks, the business of our restaurant has dropped significantly, and it is most obvious on weekdays. Now, our business is only about half of what it was during the same period last month. At that time, there were even dozens of people waiting in line outside to eat, but now the business is still very popular on weekends. As long as we can maintain this flow of people, I will be very satisfied.
I have been in the catering industry for more than ten years. To be honest, the business here is no worse than in Tsim Sha Tsui, Mong Kok and other places. The most important thing is that our rent here is a full two-thirds less than the rent in the city center, which makes our profit margin also Greatly improved, so so far, I am still very satisfied.”
When talking about this issue, the restaurant owner showed a satisfied smile.
Hutchison Plaza is located in the suburbs. It is definitely impossible to compare the rent with the city center, especially in Tsim Sha Tsui and Mong Kok, places with a large flow of people. The rent is even more expensive for these small businessmen. Ridiculously high.
Hutchison Plaza has just begun to attract foreign investment and is located on the outskirts of the city, so the rent cannot be too expensive.
Of course, the starting rental price has also been set at a price that is only slightly different from that of shops in the city center, but the current rents are all directly available for rent at a 50% discount.
In the next two or three years, when everything in Hutchison Plaza is on track and the flow of people is stable and good, the rent will be able to increase. "As long as you're satisfied, I see that the flow of people seems to be a lot less now, and I thought your business was a lot worse." Su Cheng said with a smile.
“I heard them say that after the official opening, celebrities will come here every day to perform, and our merchants are also ready to offer discounts. By then, Hutchison Plaza The number of visitors will definitely increase again, maybe even higher than when it first started its trial operation
When this place first opened for trial business, it was better than when I opened a restaurant in Yau Ma Tei when business was booming. I made a lot last month and early this month. Although business has begun to slow down a bit now, the profits are pretty good. Hutchison Plaza Most businesses here feel this way. If the official opening is better than the trial opening, then we businesses will be happy. "Restaurant owners have a lot of expectations for the future.
"We will maintain the flow of people in Hutchison Plaza, and the most important thing for you merchants is to maintain your quality and maintain your service. , everyone complements each other. If your business is good, we are satisfied with the rent collection. If your business is not good, there are many rent cancellations, and we have no rent collection. So everyone’s goal is actually the same, which is to work together to do a good job. Our business atmosphere here makes everyone like this place and come here to play when they have time. In this way, we are considered successful. "
It is rare for Su Cheng to speak with a serious expression. In the past, when facing these outsiders, his face has always been full of smiles.
"Mr. Su, your words, I totally agree. As expected of a big boss, what he said is different. "The restaurant owner said in a respectful tone.
At this time, the dishes came one after another.
Su Cheng brought six bodyguards out today and let them eat with him. He had been with these bodyguards for so long that he had already regarded them as friends.
Considering them as friends, these bodyguards will work even harder for him.
After all, who is Su Cheng and who are they? They are not from the same class at all, but Su Cheng treats them like this. How can they not be moved by this!
Stir-fried crabs in Shelter, Cross Bridge Hakka Salted Chicken, Signature Braised Wings, Baked Lobster with Sauce, Lucky Roast Suckling Pig, Piao Xiangdong Star Spots, Nest-roasted Abalone and more.
Su Cheng also randomly ordered all the signature dishes of this Xiangjiang restaurant.
In fact, he couldn't eat much by himself, so the bodyguards were in for a treat.
After eating, Su Cheng wiped the corners of his mouth with a piece of paper with great satisfaction.
The food in this restaurant tastes really good. The chef has rich experience. At least in Sioux City’s opinion, it is delicious, tasty and delicious.
After eating and drinking, Su Cheng asked the boss to pay the bill.
"Mr. Su, I am treating you to this meal. It is already our honor for you to come to our restaurant for dinner. How can we charge you money!" However, the restaurant owner did not intend to charge Su Cheng money.
The restaurant owner was indeed surprised that Su Cheng actually came to eat with them, but at the same time, he couldn't help but feel a sense of pride in his heart.
He can brag about this to others for a long time in the future.
After all, he is just a small person, and Su Cheng is the richest man in the world. There is no possibility of any contact between the two, but today Su Cheng ate in their store and chatted with him for a long time. .
"How can this be possible? I understand that it is not easy for you, but this small amount of money is nothing to me. I still have to give what is due." Su Cheng smiled and refused. Received a treat from the restaurant owner. (End of this chapter)