A Divine Farmer

Chapter 228 - The Most Beautiful Boss Lady in History

Chu Peng truly lived up to his reputation. Restocking so swiftly wasn't something just anyone could manage, yet he pulled it off, bringing in a massive shipment of new goods. He was curious to see how much money that woman was willing to spend to clear out his inventory.

Despite his quick actions, the peak shopping period on the street was nearly over by the time the new goods arrived. But Chu Peng wasn't bothered; he was determined to outlast this woman.

He slashed prices to 40 yuan, causing those who had just made purchases to regret jumping the gun.

However, the question remained: at such a low price, were the goods genuine or counterfeit? That was still up for debate.

While the crowd was still deciding whether to check out the deal, Zhou Li had already made her move.

“Today is our store's final day of business. To show appreciation for your support over this period, anyone, regardless of whether you've already made a purchase, can take home an additional set of clothes for free. And you can pick any item, with no restrictions whatsoever.”

Her announcement set the scene ablaze. Amidst a chorus of “what a kind person,” many whipped out their phones, flooding Weibo and WeChat with photos. Zhou Li quickly became the most celebrated and generous businesswoman in Qingyang's history.

Across the street, Chu Peng was fuming, practically steaming with rage. This woman had lost her mind.

He wasn't afraid of a price war, but giving away merchandise for free was a different story. It wasn't that he couldn't afford to do so, but where would he draw the line? How many of those lining up for free clothes were plants by Zhou Li?

“Boss, won't this end up costing you?” someone asked, genuinely astonished.

Zhou Li smiled. “Of course, there will be losses, but I have the gentleman across the street to thank for that. He wanted me to work as his secretary and spent a fortune on this vicious price war. Now that I can't keep the store running, I've decided to pass on some savings to you all. But just between us, some of the clothes you've just bought were originally from his store, purchased for 40 yuan each. So, when you think about it, I'm not losing much. As for the remaining stock, consider it a token of my gratitude.”

“What a clever woman!” someone exclaimed.

“Indeed, both beautiful and smart!” another chimed in.

“Resorting to such despicable tactics to coerce someone into being his mistress, that man is truly shameless!”

”He's beyond shameless; it's like the old lady slurping her watery porridge against the wall—utterly despicable and low!”

While picking up their clothes, everyone couldn't help but glance across the street at the infamous protagonist, eager to see what he looked like so they could remember the face of such a scumbag!

The two locations weren't too far apart, and Chu Peng could overhear the chatter. He hadn't expected the women to be so bold as to openly speak their minds like this.

With a stern face, he approached Zhou Li's storefront. “If you keep spouting such nonsense, be careful, or you might find yourself in a lawsuit.”

“Did you hear me say anything?” Zhou Li stood her ground fearlessly. “Or if you think there's something wrong with what I've said, feel free to take it to court. I'll be waiting for the subpoena.”

“Snap a picture of this despicable guy and let's give him some publicity on Weibo. Let's see who he really is!” someone suggested out of the blue.

In an instant, a flurry of camera flashes went off as if a celebrity were hosting a press conference.

Chu Peng quickly raised his hand to shield his face, not wanting this kind of notoriety, and turned to make a quick escape.

He wasn't a public figure, but if his true identity were to be exposed, it would be disastrous for his company's reputation.

“Let's calm down, everyone. There's no need to post those photos or do anything rash. It's not worth causing a scene over a scumbag,” Zhou Li promptly cautioned everyone. “What goes around comes around. As long as we know the truth, that's all that matters. Now, let's focus on getting our clothes.”

“The boss is such a great person!”

“You should marry someone like her!”

The crowd erupted into laughter at the last comment, leaving Zhou Li blushing.

After the crowd had their turn, only a few clothes remained in the shop.

“Here's an idea,” Zhang Xiaolong stepped forward and proposed, “since the boss has decided to close up shop, these clothes are just going to waste. If anyone wants them, just make an offer—no matter how small—and take them. I'm sure the boss won't mind, right?”

“Alright, today I finally got to let off some steam. Consider it my way of thanking everyone for helping me get revenge!” Zhou Li said with a hearty laugh, agreeing with the sentiment.

This time around, quite a few people were ready to open their wallets once more. It's true that sometimes bystanders appear indifferent simply because they fear trouble, but at other times, they can be incredibly warm-hearted.

Take, for instance, after listening to Zhou Li's story and receiving the complimentary clothes, everyone felt a bit sheepish. They were generous with their money, with some even pulling out hundred-yuan notes to make purchases—spending more than they would have during a sale.

In the end, there was no loss. Even during a mall promotion, these clothes would be priced well over a hundred yuan.

That evening, Zhang Xiaolong, Chen Yaru, Yang Jingjing, and Zhou Li gathered once again to celebrate.

“You must have lost quite a bit of money, right?” Zhang Xiaolong inquired after the laughter had subsided. “I'll cover the loss for you.”

“No, no, there's no need,” Zhou Li quickly declined. “The loss wasn't substantial. The most important thing is that Chu Peng was infuriated. It really helped me blow off some steam. Plus, if it hadn't been for this, the shop's inventory would have remained unsold. I should be thanking you for rallying so many people to help.”

“It's the least we could do,” Chen Yaru chimed in with a smile. “Although it seems to have worked out, if Ms. Zhou were to run the shop alone, it could be even riskier. Chu Peng, knowing he can't restrain you with these tactics, will surely devise something more malicious. He typically avoids illegal schemes, but if pushed to the brink, who knows what he might do.”

“I get your point, which is why I've decided to join Essence Dragon and work alongside everyone. This time, we're not just going to defeat Chu Peng; we're going to make a substantial profit!” Zhou Li's worries had vanished, and her laughter was freer than before.

“Don't worry, with his products, it would be quite the headache if we didn't make money,” Yang Jingjing said, glancing at Zhang Xiaolong.

Zhou Li wasn't concerned because there were so many skincare brands claiming the quality and effectiveness of their products. Of course, there are differences between high-quality skincare items, but none are as miraculous as some would have you believe.

“Having a quality product is crucial, but during my tenure at All Light, I also witnessed their manufacturing process. In the skincare industry, marketing is absolutely vital. Securing a top-tier celebrity endorsement can make a significant impact,” Zhou Li explained, her tone tinged with resignation. “It's just the way it is. Even if the products are identical, people tend to trust what their idols say, even if those idols have never actually used the products themselves!”

“Marketing, huh?” Yang Jingjing pondered briefly. “Chu Wenwen seems like the perfect choice, don't you think?”

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