Chapter - 6000

Tawanna's motorcade came to a halt outside Heaven Springs, with several bodyguards disembarking and surrounding the vehicle that Tawanna was in.

A staff member exited the passenger seat and opened the back door. Tawanna and Trevor stepped out of the car one after the other and made their way toward the main entrance of Heaven Springs.

The media reporters who had followed them exited their vehicles and began taking photographs. Some approached the bodyguards and inquired, "Ms. Sweet, what made you choose Heaven Springs as your first stop after arriving in Aurous Hill? Is it because you're familiar with Aurous Hill cuisine?"

Tawanna smiled and responded, "Yes, I had heard about this place before arriving in China, so I wanted to savor it as soon as I landed."

At that moment, Don Albert was serving Charlie and Claire in the diamond box. A staff member spoke into the intercom, saying, "Don Albert, you should come down quickly—a big star is arriving at our restaurant!"

Don Albert was taken aback and looked at Charlie, asking, "Master Wade, is your friend here?"

"Yes," Charlie nodded with a smile. "It would be more accurate to say that she is a customer. Please go and greet her."

"Okay, Master Wade! Just a moment, and I’ll go welcome her!" Don Albert hurriedly replied.

Claire asked in surprise, "Husband... Is it possible that Tawanna is here?"

Charlie smiled and confirmed, "Yes, it’s her."

Claire's expression shifted to one of surprise and delight. "She... didn’t she just arrive? I saw on the news that her first stop was supposed to be Shangri-La. Why is she here?"

Charlie smiled and explained, "Her team hired me as her Feng Shui consultant for these 20 performances. The contract is quite substantial, and as the host, it's only right for me to treat her to a meal."

"Ah?" Claire's eyes widened. "Her team wants to hire you as a Feng Shui consultant?! Do Americans really believe in that?"

Charlie nodded and replied, "I was skeptical at first, but after helping Mr. Mitsui with his Feng Shui in Japan, I saw how convinced everyone around him was."

Claire asked nervously, "Are we going to have dinner with Tawanna later?"

"Yes," Charlie smiled and said. "I'll be dining with her and her boyfriend, and I’ll ask her to promote Heaven Springs for Don Albert."

Claire nodded gently, asking, "So… we'll be able to take a photo together, right?"

"Of course."

…

When Don Albert came down, Tawanna was in the midst of a brief interview with reporters at the entrance.

She had refrained from engaging with the media after leaving the airport, only responding to one question. The reporters had initially intended to interview her at Shangri-La but were caught off guard when the location shifted to Heaven Springs.

After answering a few questions, Don Albert arrived to invite Tawanna to move to the diamond box.

Tawanna addressed the reporters, saying, "I'm sorry, but today's interview must end here. My team will arrange another time for interviews, and I’ll invite you to attend then."

With that, she and Trevor turned to follow Don Albert into Heaven Springs.

The staff politely refused the media’s request to enter, but the reporters remained, and more media personnel and fans, having heard the news, rushed to Heaven Springs.

As a result, Heaven Springs quickly climbed to the top of social media trends. People were eager to learn what was so special about the restaurant that it drew Tawanna in right after her arrival.

Unbeknownst to Don Albert, immense fortune was starting to flow toward him. He escorted Tawanna and Trevor to the diamond box and addressed Charlie and Claire, saying, "Master Wade, Madam Wade, I have brought our distinguished guests upstairs. Please call me if you need anything."

Seeing Charlie, Tawanna’s eyes lit up with excitement as she greeted, "Hello, Mr. Wade, and Mrs. Wade—it's a pleasure to see you again!"

Trevor hurriedly stepped forward, respectfully saying, "Hello, Mr. Wade, Mrs. Wade!"

Charlie nodded and smiled, saying, "Please make yourselves comfortable. Let me show you the best of our Aurous Hill specialties today."

He then turned to Don Albert, adding, "Don Albert, Miss Sweet is visiting your restaurant today, and tomorrow, your establishment will be the most renowned in China. If memory serves, Haidilao Hotpot reached a market value close to 100 billion Hong Kong dollars at its peak. If you can grow Heaven Springs into a national or even global chain, you could have the chance to establish your own publicly traded company."

Don Albert was taken aback and asked, "Master Wade, do you mean to suggest I should open a branch?"

"Yes," Charlie confirmed. "Tomorrow, your restaurant will become a hotspot for fans, and that popularity will last for some time. You must seize this opportunity to expand and ensure Heaven Springs can reach all corners of the country."

Don Albert had never considered making Heaven Springs a larger enterprise, as he came from an underworld background, and opening restaurants was mainly a way to host friends from that world. He prioritized the quality of food, striving to make Heaven Springs a delightful dining experience.

Even so, he hadn't thought about broader expansion.

However, Charlie's words suddenly opened his eyes to new possibilities.

If he could indeed create a renowned national catering brand, the financial rewards aside, the sense of accomplishment would be something deeply fulfilling that he hadn't experienced in Aurous Hill.

Excited, he asked Charlie, "But can you give me some guidance on what to do? Honestly, I started Heaven Springs as a small venture and have no idea how to make it bigger and more successful."

Charlie smiled, saying, "Don’t worry about that; we can discuss it in more detail later."

Don Albert was a trusted ally who had been fiercely loyal, and Charlie had never held back on providing him with assistance and resources. Helping him in business felt natural.

The funds Charlie had assisted Don Albert in acquiring for the dog farm exceeded 100 million US dollars. Regardless of the renovations, he wouldn't need that entire amount. Using just half of it could enable Heaven Springs to complete its first phase of growth.

However, he couldn't discuss this in front of Claire, as he was merely seen as a Feng Shui master in her eyes.

So, he reminded Don Albert to have a thorough discussion privately when the opportunity arose.

Understanding their silent agreement, Don Albert felt a swell of excitement. He quickly expressed, "Thank you, Master Wade, for your guidance. When you have the chance, I will humbly seek your advice."

"Tomorrow," Charlie replied. "Let’s carve out some time to talk."

"Okay!" Don Albert nodded earnestly, saying respectfully, "I won’t disturb you, Master Wade, Mrs. Wade, and our guests any longer. Enjoy your meal."

With that, Don Albert left the box, leaving only Charlie, his wife, and the young couple, Tawanna and Trevor.

Noticing that Tawanna was still gazing at Charlie with enthusiasm, Trevor intentionally said to him, "Mr. Wade, I have some great news! I’m planning to propose to Tawanna!"