Chapter 20: Crafty

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nThe next day, at the same time, Shen Wan appeared in the shop once again.

nTaking her seat in the familiar spot, she ordered, “A latte and a durian mille-feuille.”

nThis time, she only took a whiff of the coffee aroma and had a few bites of the mille-feuille.

nFeng Shuangshuang observed all this, and she endured.

nFor a consecutive week, Shen Wan seemed to clock in like an employee, arriving punctually.

nHowever, Feng Shuangshuang was increasingly puzzled. Logically, she barely touched the items on the table. There was even a time when she didn’t bother to smell anything and simply pushed everything aside. It couldn’t be because she loved the coffee and desserts here.

nWhy was that?

nThe ringing of a cell phone brought the woman’s wandering thoughts back. Feng Shuangshuang took out her phone and glanced at it casually. In the next second, a look of delight flooded her eyes.

n“… Yes, I’m at the shop… Oh? Are you coming over? Alright, I’ll personally prepare it…”

nEnding the call, a pleased expression lingered in Feng Shuangshuang’s eyes.

nMoving away from the counter, she walked over to Shen Wan’s table. “Miss, I’m sorry to inform you that the shop is about to close. Would you mind leaving? As a gesture of goodwill, your order will be complimentary, and I’d also like to offer you a portion of mango pudding as an apology…”

nWhile her speech started somewhat stiffly and lacked charm, overall, it was courteous.

nUsually, customers would agree, considering the allure of a free meal and an additional treat.

nHowever, this didn’t include Shen Wan.

nBecause—

nShe had come here to stir up trouble in the first place! .

n“If I’m not mistaken, it’s currently 10:52 AM. It’s only been half an hour since I sat down, and I haven’t finished my coffee or touched the dessert. Yet, you’re telling me you’re closing? Even if you’re the owner, you can’t treat people like this, can you? Does the Consumer Protection Association mean nothing to you?”

nHer words were extremely crafty.

nFeng Shuangshuang’s smile faded abruptly. “Since you know I’m the owner, you should also understand that as the owner, I have the right to decide whether to keep the shop open or close.”

n“Well, then I’ll just call 12315…” She said, pulling out her phone and starting to dial. 𝘪.𝘤𝑜𝘮

n12315, the consumer complaint hotline.

nFeng Shuangshuang bit her lip. She didn’t believe this person would actually dare to call!

nBut not only did Shen Wan dare, she even put the call on speakerphone. After the beep, the call connected—

n“Hello, this is the Ning City Administration for Industry and Commerce, the 12315 consumer complaint hotline…”

nFeng Shuangshuang’s expression subtly changed, and she reached out to snatch the phone.

nBut Shen Wan seemed to have anticipated this. She held the phone up, and with a light chuckle, she said, “Boss, are you still closing now?”

n“…N-No, we’re not closing.” She gritted her teeth.

nShen Wan hung up, then offered a heartfelt lecture, “If you’re running a business with an open door, you should act the part. Remember—customers are like gods. A little more sincerity and a little less manipulation can make the world a better place.”

nFeng Shuangshuang stared at her as if she were looking at a fool.

nShen Wan smiled and didn’t mind. “Only someone as patient as me, the ‘god’, could tolerate your current clueless appearance. Practicing kindness every day isn’t a simple task…”

nThe woman fled in embarrassment.

nFeng Shuangshuang decided to put up the ‘closed’ sign. Well, she would just leave the jinx in the shop. Let’s see if this person could stay until the end of time.

nShe thought indignantly.

nThen she turned and entered the baking room.

nAs for Shen Wan, she stayed seated, maintaining a composed and tranquil demeanor. Surprisingly, she sipped half a cup of coffee and indulged in a few generous spoonfuls of the dessert.

nDespite the less-than-stellar taste, her positive mood prevailed.

nToday, June 18th, perhaps something interesting would happen?

nShen Wan smiled.

nHalf an hour later, the aroma of pastries wafted from the baking room, rich and inviting.

nAccompanied by the tinkling sound of wind chimes, the shop door swung open…

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