"Two sets of this genuine leather sofa. Two sets of this glass coffee table. Four sets of this double bed, and they all need to have imported Simmons mattresses. Two sets of the best electric water heaters. Two bookshelves made of ash wood. Two 18-inch Panda color TVs. Two Little Swan washing machines. Two Aokema refrigerators..."
At the First Department Store, Feng Yu was like a whirlwind, demanding whatever he saw and finding a reason to buy everything. For example, the sofa and mattress were for a good rest, the bookshelf was for reading and studying, and the color TV was for watching the news and keeping up with national affairs...
Anyway, Feng Yu had money. Although these items were expensive, they were not as expensive as a house. Feng Xingtai and the others let Feng Yu buy them.
The salespeople who followed him were stunned. These were all big-ticket items, and ordinary people would have to save for half a year to buy just one. This young man not only bought a bunch at once but also insisted on buying them in pairs. How much would that cost!
"Young man, these are all very expensive. You should discuss it with your family," the salesperson reminded him. The family looked like they were from the countryside. Could they possibly think that things in the city were cheaper than in the village?
Feng Yu glanced at the salesperson, "Call your manager and tell him that Mr. Feng from Taihua Company is here."
Taihua Company? The salesperson was confused, but the head of the home appliance department recognized Feng Yu and quickly asked the salesperson to call the manager. Don't you know Taihua Company? The best-selling Fuyu brand electric fans in our mall are from Taihua Company!
Just this electric fan alone has brought in over a thousand dollars in profit for the mall in less than half a month, and the mall's foot traffic has increased, especially in the home appliance department. This is a guest our manager would be happy to invite!
Feng Xingtai saw Feng Yu arguing with the salesperson and was about to go see what was happening when he saw a manager-like person smiling and inviting them to the mall manager's office.
"Xiao Li, what's going on?" Feng Xingtai asked quietly. Why were they brought here while shopping, with sofas and tea? What was happening?
"Feng Yu knows the mall manager," Li Shiqiang said, finding it normal. Whenever he represented Taihua Company at any large mall in Bingcheng, the mall manager would personally receive him. On Sundays, people had to queue to buy Fuyu brand electric fans; they were very popular!
"Please, have a seat and have some tea. Come, try my special cigarettes," the mall manager said very politely. He regretted selling the Fuyu brand electric fans on consignment. If he had bought them directly, the profit would have been higher. He shouldn't have worried about the fans not selling. He never expected the Fuyu brand electric fans to sell so well!
"Mr. Feng, I heard that in Longjiang, except for Bingcheng, other places have dealers, and their purchase prices are much cheaper."
When the mall manager called Feng Yu "Mr. Feng," everyone except Li Shiqiang looked at him strangely. This kid just graduated from junior high school and was already being called "Mr. Feng"?
"Yes, not just in Longjiang, but in all provinces across the country. But apart from Bingcheng, Manager Liu, is there something you need?"
"Ha ha ha, Mr. Feng, can we also buy at wholesale prices and adjust the price slightly?"
"Well, that's not impossible. Next month, we need to finish this month's contract."
Manager Liu couldn't wait until next month. He felt that the more they sold under the consignment model, the more they lost.
"Mr. Feng, let's discuss it. We promise to buy more. How about a thousand units this time?" The First Department Store was the largest in Bingcheng. Despite competition from other department stores, Manager Liu was confident he could sell a thousand Fuyu brand electric fans this summer!
"Manager Liu, I came here because my family just bought a house and plans to buy some home appliances and renovation materials."
"Whatever you need, I'll have it delivered to your door for free installation. Manager Li from the material market is an old acquaintance of mine. I'll call him to prepare the best and cheapest materials for you. Have you found a renovation team? I can help you find one that works fast and meticulously."
"Since Manager Liu is such a good friend, this matter can be discussed. How about this: Manager Liu, come to my company tomorrow to talk about the wholesale price, just like the other dealers." Feng Yu knew that once the wholesale price was set, these consignment people would clamor to change the contract. He was already prepared for this; today was just following the trend.
Feng Yu and Manager Liu exchanged conditions, and everyone else was stunned. Feng's parents kept praising Feng Yu, marveling at how capable he was, with the manager of the First Department Store treating him so politely. Feng's parents were proud, especially Feng Xingtai, who looked so pleased that anyone could see it.
After more than an hour of shopping, no one else had a chance to voice their opinions. As Feng Yu said, money was meant to be spent. If you were going to buy something, buy the best! These appliances were all small expenses for him!
He also strongly advised his parents not to return to the farm. What was the point of farming, especially with such a small plot of land? He wanted them to stay in the city and enjoy life. Of course, his mother's cooking was also a factor.
Unfortunately, they refused. They were not used to city life and had few friends there. Feng Yu decided that during the New Year, he would buy a house for his parents in the farm's administrative area. Even if they were used to the farm, they could live in the administrative area.
His parents left, but they took the small jeep from the warehouse. There were few paved roads on the farm, and a jeep was more convenient. Besides, the company's car was usually idle. As Feng Yu said, it would be great for going to the market or other errands, fast and safe.
A small truck followed the jeep, and Feng Yu added some more appliances for his family on the farm. His parents said not to waste money, but their smiles betrayed their happiness when they saw Feng Yu pay.
There were no large renovation companies in those days, and he didn't trust small ones. Feng Yu found some experienced workers and directed them himself. First, he had the house painted, the living room and kitchen tiled, and the bedrooms and study floored. He installed toilets, bathtubs, and all the necessary appliances. Each house cost nearly 100,000 yuan for appliances and renovation, not including labor. He didn't tell his family; they thought it only cost 10,000 to 20,000 yuan.
In the future, Feng Yu had seen renovations that cost more than the house. This was nothing. In a couple of years, he would update the renovations to stay at the forefront of home decor!
The work was efficient. In just a few days, the house was painted, the tiles and floors laid, and everything installed. Feng Yu then notified the First Department Store to deliver the furniture and appliances.
After everything was completed, Feng Yu comfortably leaned back on the sofa, looking at the modernized house. He finally felt at home, just as he remembered it!