Chapter 68: Fifty Thousand Per Jar

“Brother Qi, did you keep it confidential?” Zhou Yu did not answer directly but asked another question.

Qi Jinxuan nodded repeatedly. “The top-floor restaurant of Jingguan Tower is now completely under my management. I also found a trusted chef there who prepared the dishes in a separate kitchen. I’ve already made him swear to strict secrecy.”

At that moment, his heart was filled with excitement because the dishes made with this seasoning were, just as Zhou Yu had said, delicious beyond imagination.

“Alright then, Brother Qi, let’s sit down and talk.” Zhou Yu pointed at the seats. After Qi Jinxuan sat down, he said slowly, “This seasoning was cultivated by a friend of mine based on other aromatic spice plants. Also, some of my succulent plant cultivation techniques were learned from him.”

Using the excuse of a friend was much better than claiming it himself because it let others know he had someone backing him up, not just himself alone. At critical moments, this could make people think twice.

Hearing Zhou Yu’s words, Qi Jinxuan was not very surprised. He had already expected this possibility. A young man, unless backed by some master-level figure, had a very low chance of cultivating so many precious and beautiful Jade Dew plants.

But now it seemed the master behind Zhou Yu was not only involved in cultivating succulents but also in breeding new varieties of other plants.

Even so, it was still hard for him to believe because the dishes made with this seasoning truly allowed one to taste the most wonderful flavors in the world. He could imagine what it would be like if the hotels or restaurants under his control used this seasoning.

“No wonder Brother Zhou is so skilled at cultivation at such a young age. So there is a master behind you.” By now, Qi Jinxuan had slowly calmed his excitement and spoke up.

Zhou Yu gave a light smile. “Brother Qi, you must have guessed it before, right? After all, such perfect Jade Dew isn’t something just anyone can cultivate.”

“Haha, I only suspected it was a possibility back then. Even with the master’s help, being able to cultivate them is still your own skill. What I want to ask now is, what is the production volume of this seasoning, and what is the price?” Qi Jinxuan laughed, then pointed at the jar of seasoning on the table, staring intently at Zhou Yu.

Given his relationship with Zhou Yu, he believed he was the first person Zhou Yu had approached. Therefore, he would not let this seasoning slip into someone else’s hands for nothing.

“The plant used to make this seasoning was specially bred. It cannot be grown in large quantities at the moment. So, I can provide you with three jars of this seasoning every three days.” Zhou Yu pointed at the seasoning jar and said calmly.

Qi Jinxuan looked at Zhou Yu, then smiled. “Brother Zhou, we are friends now. Three jars probably isn’t the limit, right? As for the price, we can discuss it.”

“Brother Qi, you guessed wrong. Three jars is already the limit. Cultivating this plant is very difficult because it is not an ordinary thing at all. As for the price, how much do you think one jar is worth?” Zhou Yu shook his head. Although he still had six jars at home, he could not bring them out.

Three jars every three days meant one jar per day. Qi Jinxuan nodded, pondering for a moment internally, then tentatively said, “How about twenty thousand per jar?”

“Brother Qi, you’ve tasted the dishes made with this seasoning. I believe you know what it represents. At least fifty thousand per jar.” Zhou Yu did not use too many polite words and directly stated his final price.

Regarding the Immortal Flavor Fruit seasoning, he did not make excessive demands for profit-sharing like he had with the grapes because that would be asking too much. Moreover, with the unequal power between the two sides, direct sale was the most suitable choice. This was self-awareness.

Fifty thousand per jar was the price he decided on after studying the prices at some high-end restaurants.

After thinking for a while, Qi Jinxuan nodded. “Alright, fifty thousand per jar it is. But you must guarantee that this seasoning is sold only to me for now.”

“Three jars is already the limit. If this thing could be mass-produced, there wouldn’t be so much trouble. Cultivating this plant also requires a lot of effort.” Zhou Yu shook his head and said. If he had a large Spirit Gathering Array and obtained a certain number of seeds, he could even create a seasoning brand without issue. Of course, he did not have a large Spirit Gathering Array now, nor did he have the capability.

“Then let’s wish our cooperation success.” Qi Jinxuan smiled, stood up, and shook hands with Zhou Yu.

After the handshake, Zhou Yu took out three jars of Immortal Flavor Fruit Powder from a small bag he carried with him. He told Qi Jinxuan that, barring any issues, the next delivery would be in three days. However, if there were problems with the growth and cultivation of the Immortal Flavor Fruit, the delivery time might need to be postponed.

Qi Jinxuan nodded with a serious expression. It seemed this seasoning really could not be mass-produced. Then he needed to consider how to use these three jars.

After obtaining the three jars of Immortal Flavor Fruit Powder, Qi Jinxuan transferred one hundred and fifty thousand RMB to Zhou Yu’s card.

Soon, Zhou Yu received the bank notification. He then said with a smile, “Brother Qi, the favor I asked of you over the phone yesterday was to help me buy a car, preferably one I could drive home today.”

“That’s just a small matter. What price range and what type of car do you want?” Qi Jinxuan waved his hand dismissively. In his view, buying a car was really a minor thing.

Zhou Yu thought for a moment. “An SUV around two hundred thousand.” Although he had one point two eight million, he still needed to spend carefully. A car around two hundred thousand was already very good for him.

“Brother Zhou, you really are low-key.” Qi Jinxuan shook his head with a smile. A single Treasure of the Garden sold for one million. If it were someone else, they would probably have bought a sports car to show off by now.

Afterwards, Qi Jinxuan asked about Zhou Yu’s preferred car brands. He then called a 4S dealership. In less than an hour, the manager from the 4S store drove a domestic SUV worth two hundred thousand to the entrance of the succulent plant shop.

Zhou Yu chose a domestic brand because he did not want to show off too much. He was in the early stages of his career. Once he became more successful, he could be more carefree.

At the shop, Zhou Yu submitted some identification documents and signed the contract. Half an hour later, all the procedures were completed. The car now completely belonged to Zhou Yu, ready to be driven on the road at any time.

Later, Zhou Yu politely declined Qi Jinxuan’s lunch invitation. He drove the car to a China Merchants Bank branch in Jing City. After meeting Chen Zilong’s father, he filled out an application form and submitted his identification documents. Shortly after, the account was officially opened.

From now on, he officially had an account with Hong Kong China Merchants Bank and could receive unlimited foreign remittances. After the account was opened, he thanked Chen Zilong’s father repeatedly, then said goodbye.