Hong Kong variety show: Starting from helping Mr. Fok run ships

Chapter 55: A New Plan to Open a Restaurant!

"Do you really think I'm ignorant? I've already taught myself Western law. Half of my suitcase is filled with law books from various powerful countries. I haven't had a moment's rest on the ship these past few days. If I were given a chance to take the exam, I'd pass it on the spot!"

Zhang Guoxiong patted his chest and said, his tone full of confidence.

"But lawyers and barristers on Hong Kong Island have educational requirements and internship experience. What are you going to do about that?"

Zhang Guohao said with a smile.

"This... can't be bought with money?"

Zhang Guoxiong was stunned for a moment. If he had to study again, it would be too difficult.

"That seems like a good idea. Let me ask around. It's about the money. What are you going to do with it?"

Zhang Guohao then looked at Zhang Guoxiong and said.

"Hey, we're brothers, can't you help me out?"

"That won't do. Even brothers should keep clear accounts. Besides, I have a family now, and I need to support them!"

"You little brat, you have no mercy at all, huh? Big brother, look at him! Is this how a younger brother should act?!"

"It's none of my business. Anyway, if you want to borrow money from me, I don't have any."

"Second brother, don't look at me like that. I'm still Dad's apprentice, and I haven't graduated yet. I don't have any money of my own. Even if I graduate, it's only three years of apprenticeship followed by two years of service. For the first two years after graduation, I won't get a salary. I'm willing but unable to earn any money!"

"You bunch of you ganging up on me, huh? You think I won't go tell Mom?"

The Zhang brothers started arguing right away, each of them speaking quite loudly, making it seem like they were having a real fight.

In reality, this is how the four brothers get along. They're all grown men; it would be abnormal for them to be all lovey-dovey together.

Cheung Kwok-hung has always been the one targeted among the four brothers. He does have a sharp tongue and argues with his brothers every day. He feels uncomfortable if his younger siblings don't say a few words to him.

Zhang Guoying, on the other hand, always watched his brothers bicker with a smile, occasionally saying a word or two to take control of the situation.

Zhang Guohao and Zhang Guoxiong bicker the most because sometimes Zhang Guohao's brain wouldn't work, and Zhang Guoxiong loved to tease him.

Zhang Guojie is often the one who adds fuel to the fire; he's not only a good cook, but he's also quite good at stirring up trouble.

This is also the quickest way for the four brothers to regain their closeness: playfully bickering, which immediately eliminates the awkwardness caused by not seeing each other for a while.

Since Zhang Qingyang couldn't argue with the children, he chatted with Duan Tongtian and others, talking about Zhang Guohao's situation and Duan Tongtian's family martial arts.

They quickly crossed the sea and arrived at the restaurant.

"It's a bit old, let's go in and take a look."

Zhang Qingyang observed the situation in the restaurant and then went inside first.

The overall structure of the restaurant is fine; it's just that the decor is a bit outdated. After replacing the furniture and renovating, it will be ready to open.

"Don't leave at noon today, I'll show you what I can do."

Seeing that Zhang Guohao had already prepared some ingredients and pots and pans, Zhang Qingyang immediately spoke to Duan Tongtian and the others.

"Then we'll have to trouble you, Uncle. We'll also try your cooking."

Duan Tongtian and the others agreed with smiles. They didn't sit idle either; they rolled up their sleeves and started helping to clean the restaurant.

Apart from Zhang Guojie helping Zhang Qingyang prepare lunch, the other three brothers, regardless of whether they were rich or poor, doctors or lawyers, all rolled up their arms and helped with the lifting and carrying.

When the Zhang family fled, they also ran a street stall. The brothers were quite efficient at their work.

Soon, the restaurant was cleaned up, and Zhang Qingyang prepared a large table of dishes. There were thirteen people in total, and they sat together to eat the first meal the Zhang family had eaten since arriving in Hong Kong.

"Try them all and see if they suit your tastes. If there's anything you don't like, let my dad fix it."

Zhang Guohao poured drinks for Duan Tongtian and the others, and said with a smile.

"You brat, you've even assigned me work."

Zhang Qingyang glanced at Zhang Guohao and chuckled, then cursed.

"We're going to settle down here from now on, so we definitely need to ask the locals what they like. We can't just cater to people from our hometown; the Zhang family's cooking skills should also be shared with the people of Hong Kong Island!"

Zhang Guohao said.

"You've been speaking quite well lately; it seems like it's time for you to go out and make your own way in the world."

Zhang Qingyang glanced at Zhang Guohao and felt that his son was somewhat different from before; he was no longer like a reckless brute.

Zhang Guohao smiled, said nothing, and then turned to urge his brothers to eat.

Old Zhang's cooking skills were impeccable, earning unanimous praise from Duan Tongtian and others. They even offered suggestions for dishes they didn't like.

"Take the guys to take a bath, soak in the water, get some rest, and don't let it interfere with tonight's plans."

After finishing the meal, Zhang Guohao took out 100 yuan and gave it to Ai Wu, asking Ai Wu to take the brothers out to spend the money.

The brothers sacrificed their rest time to help, and Zhang Guohao couldn't let them down.

The brothers thanked Zhang Guohao repeatedly, and even Duan Tongtian did not refuse Zhang Guohao's arrangement. These brothers put their arms around each other's shoulders and went to find a mid-range bathhouse to take a good shower and rest.

"Close the door and come in, all of you."

After seeing the outsiders off, Zhang Qingyang spoke to his brothers.

Zhang Guohao and his brothers obediently closed and locked the doors and windows. Their father's serious tone meant he must have something important to say.

"Now that we're going to settle down in Hong Kong, let's take stock of our assets."

Zhang Qingyang took out several small cloth bags from his person, placed them on the table, and then opened them one by one.

"bullion!"

When Zhang Guoxiong saw what he took out of the small cloth bag, he couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

"Keep your voice down, don't attract the thief's attention!"

Zhang Qingyang said irritably, "This second son of mine always makes a fool of himself at home. I wonder if he'll be any better in court."

"Our family used to be wealthy, but now we only have this much left. We have twenty taels of gold left, and I mean, we're going to invest it all in a restaurant. Whether it works or not depends on this."

"Eldest brother, if you want to open a clinic, figure it out yourself. The same goes for second brother. You two are not young anymore and you are both capable, so I won't interfere. Third brother has his own things to do, he can support himself and even buy this restaurant, so I won't worry about him. Fourth brother, learn a trade from me, and it won't cost you any money."

"The remaining two girls, whether they learn something or do something else, their families aren't short of money. If they really need money, we'll all work together to find a solution."

What do you think?

Zhang Qingyang laid out the small gold bars, each weighing two ounces, on the table and addressed his sons.

"Father's word is law." The four brothers said in unison. They had no objection to this matter. They were used to it. Zhang Qingyang planned all these things. It was because the Zhang family was united that they had been able to stay together for so many years without anyone missing!