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Although she said that, she was clearly starting to think about what would be the best gift.
"Then I'll be looking forward to your return gift. Aren't you going to open it and take a look?" Jiang Kehan said.
There is no custom among female friends of the same name that gifts cannot be opened in front of each other; they prefer to open them happily and express their attitude towards the gift.
They always clearly distinguished between the emotions they held and the items inside.
When Ruoxin opened it, she found that it contained the reverse scale of an ancient dragon. It was not very valuable in itself, just relatively rare, but it had great research value and was directly related to her field of research.
She let out a breath, unsure of what to say, and could only feign difficulty as she said, "You've put so much thought into this, I'll have a lot to think about in return."
"However... I really like this gift."
Jiang Kehan nodded in satisfaction. When she was working at the bar, Ruoxin had always taken care of her, and she remembered it clearly.
However, she did not come today simply to give a gift.
Instead, he signed an agreement with Qin Luoyu, allowing her to register the Meow Ball Tavern, which was planned to be established in her territory, under her personal name, preferably with Ruoxin included.
In this way, Jiang Kehan can leave those social engagements to people who are better at handling them, and she can return to her wonderful, carefree state.
A vacation should look like a vacation!
Chapter 447 Meow Ball Tavern
When Qin Luoyu hurriedly pushed open the tavern door, she suddenly raised an eyebrow, pursed her lips as if amused, and slowed her pace.
Jiang Kehan was clutching her stomach, trying hard not to laugh out loud, while Ruoxin, sitting opposite her, also gently covered her mouth, looking like she wanted to laugh but was used to maintaining a ladylike demeanor.
"You two seem to be having a good chat. Could I have a drink?"
Qin Luoyu walked up to them, tapped the table, and complained with a hint of helplessness, "I've been so busy, I really envy you guys being able to whisper to each other here."
She took the low-alcohol beverage from Ruoxin, shrugged, and waited a few seconds before watching Jiang Kehan suppress her smile and become serious before speaking earnestly.
"But Kehan, let's discuss what you told me on the terminal, like that Meow Ball Tavern."
Jiang Kehan nodded, and she and Qin Luoyu left the front desk and stepped into a more private room.
After the two were seated in the private room, Qin Luoyu scooped up the little cat ball that was playing and frolicking inside, then downed her drink in one gulp. Holding the cat ball, she leaned back comfortably in her chair, stretched out her long, beautiful legs, took off her shoes, and pressed a button not far away with her toes.
A little steam rose from all directions, carrying a comfortable temperature, and gradually gathered and fell, soaking the bodies between the two men.
These gases are not viscous and can even actively absorb the fine sweat on the body, while creating a gentle breeze, providing both dryness and the satisfaction of soaking in a hot spring.
Jiang Kehan pushed away several cat balls that rushed towards her, and only then could she see Qin Luoyu's teasing face. After all, cat balls especially liked to snuggle up to each other's faces; in their eyes, this was a way of expressing affection.
"Although I have always dismissed such rumors, now I'm starting to believe them."
"As expected, Kehan, your relationship with the cat balls is quite special."
Qin Luoyu watched this scene and spoke with a slightly teasing tone, but her eyes also became much sharper.
"Although I would love to help you in a personal way, the person sitting in front of you right now is the owner of the Witch's Tavern, understand, Kehan?"
Jiang Kehan nodded slightly, having already made the necessary preparations. The numerous social engagements over the past few days had greatly improved her skills in these areas.
“I know, Manager Qin, but if the Meow Ball Tavern isn’t attractive enough to you, how about adding this?”
She smiled, took out her contract with Boss Meow, and placed one hand on the table, obscuring most of the text on it.
But then, with a cunning glimpse, she revealed a few words that could easily trigger Qin Luoyu's shrewd instincts.
Qin Luoyu spoke in an official capacity simply because she believed that neither Jiang Kehan's influence nor the interests of the Meow Ball Tavern were worth her leaving the Witch's Tavern.
After all, special organizations that can provide cat-ball contracts are not uncommon, and many witches have relatively close relationships with some cat-balls.
Jiang Kehan's only targets were Qin Luoyu and Ruoxin, not the official ones. She valued their extensive business acumen and experience in training other outstanding employees.
She wanted Qin Luoyu and Ruoxin to gradually train suitable cat balls to maintain the daily operation of the Cat Ball Tavern.
After all, if the information about Meowball being able to display the strength of a great witch in reality were leaked, it would inevitably cause turmoil in witch society, and its impact would be even more profound than that of the Fran witches that Jiang Kehan brought back.
If we only consider those above the Great Witch level, the number of Meow Balls might even slightly exceed that of Witches, which is enough to show their hidden value.
Therefore, neither Jiang Kehan nor Boss Miao, nor even Bai Yinhai, had ever considered spreading the Transformation Technique directly within the Meow Ball.
To learn the art of transformation, one must go through the Meow Ball Tavern, which is Jiang Kehan's channel, and then finalize a partnership contract with other witches before being qualified.
This approach ensures that the transformation technique is gradually accepted by the upper echelons of the witch community, reducing any sudden upheavals, and also guarantees Jiang Kehan's special status between the cat ball and the witches.
In Meow Ball, only by pleasing Jiang Kehan can you have a faster chance to finalize partnership contracts with other witches and learn the art of transformation.
In the Witch, obtaining rare cat balls, or even cat balls with the "legendary" ability to transform, is inseparable from Jiang Kehan.
A win-win situation: the cat ball wins once, the witch wins once, and Jiang Kehan wins twice!
As for how to let the other witches "accidentally" know that the Meow0 Flag Scar IV Fin is inside the Dance Ball and has "a few" Meow Balls that can transform, how?
Having Meowball, who has a witch-like body, as the receptionist at Meowball Tavern is a great idea.
After all, seeing is believing!
Moreover, if the source of the transforming cat ball is only in Jiang Kehan's hands, it would actually be more acceptable to other witches—a witch is ultimately a witch, while the cat ball might replace her or even be abandoned.
Especially when the cat ball affects the stability of witch society.
However, while the idea is wonderful, the difficulty is incredibly high.
The main reason is that the cats are used to being wild in real life, and they have a rather arrogant idea that cats are the masters. Although they know that they are deceiving themselves, this is the tradition of cats - stubborn arrogance.
Let alone receiving guests, Jiang Kehan had to use all her strength just to keep the cats from destroying the house.
Only professionals can change this situation.
Coincidentally, Jiang Kehan knew just such a person, and he was right in front of her now.
“Indeed, there are quite a few organizations similar to the Meow Ball Tavern. Just you, Manager Qin, can provide some rare Meow Balls to other witches to form partnership contracts.”
"But... what if the cat ball in my hand could appear in reality with its original strength, but still retain the ability to revive itself?"
Jiang Kehan smiled mysteriously, the corners of her mouth curving backward, giving her a somewhat dragon king-like air.
"Ok?"
Qin Luoyu, who was already itching to try out the contract on the table, subconsciously looked up at Jiang Kehan after hearing her words, and looked at her with a slightly puzzled expression.
"Really?"
Qin Luoyu's tone was even somewhat urgent; she almost instantly grasped the value behind those words.
For her in particular, this meant a brand new opportunity. The great achievements necessary for her to become the Great Witch were actually inseparable from business.
"Don't you believe me, shop manager?" Jiang Kehan sighed, feigning disappointment. Then she leaned back and casually pushed her hand, sending her contract with Lao Da Miao flying into Qin Luoyu's hands.
"Fortunately, the first person I thought of was Manager Qin, and I was even planning to find you a big cat ball contract."
The Big Meowball is not fundamentally different from other Meowballs. It is more like a battle-hardened individual among the Meowballs, possessing a more resilient mind, stronger abilities, and even no fear of pain.
Therefore, it has always been pursued by the Great Witch and is also given the title "Great," which means maturity and power.
Qin Luoyu didn't speak, but carefully examined every detail of the contract, and finally smiled with satisfaction.
Chapter 448 Don't go, shopkeeper! At least... take me with you!
She didn't react strangely to Jiang Kehan's words, but instead spoke crisply and decisively.
"I want the manager position at Meowball Tavern, and I must be the one who gets things done, otherwise I won't switch jobs to you."
Jiang Kehan pretended to be hesitant, but still nodded through gritted teeth. In her heart, she was overjoyed. Working with Miaoqiu was like being in prison, and she couldn't wait to get away.
After all, she won't lose out no matter what.
"Secondly, the big cat ball that was originally left for me cannot be missing, and it must be able to transform."
Qin Luoyu glanced sideways at Jiang Kehan, whose expression was somewhat resentful, as if she had suffered a great injustice, and sighed helplessly.
"Don't put on an act in front of me, Kehan."
"I taught you all those expressions..."
Jiang Kehan coughed awkwardly. She had been in the portal for so long that she had almost forgotten that Qin Luoyu was her guide in selling wine, and that she had learned many of her cute tricks from Qin Luoyu.
"These are all minor matters, store manager."
She said this with a genuine smile, looking earnestly at Qin Luoyu.
"Your help to me is far more valuable than the so-called manager position or helping to secure a top-tier cat."
"So, I can tell you very seriously that my bottom line is that I have no bottom line."
"I will do my best to fulfill your desires."
Qin Luoyu paused slightly, then suddenly gave a wry smile and clicked her tongue in annoyance.
She really wanted to see what was going on in the other person's head, how could they be so indulgent towards others? It was like they were a born idiot.
But—Qin Luoyu happens to fall for this kind of thing the most, which is why she was unhappy. She felt, for the first time in a long time, as if she were being manipulated by someone, especially since the other party wasn't doing it on purpose.
"After I leave, Zuli Quentin will take over as manager of the Witch's Tavern. You'll have to keep an eye on her."
Qin Luoyu knew she couldn't make any other demands. She never liked to push her luck, but she was confident that she could lead the Meowball Tavern to glory, so she didn't bother with the other witches interfering with her.
"Sigh, why is it the vampire lady, and not Ruoxin?"
Jiang Kehan was somewhat surprised: "She's the successor you personally groomed."
Qin Luoyu looked down and tapped Jiang Kehan on the head. She didn't know if the other was really stupid or pretending to be stupid. She sighed and spoke.
"You said she's my successor, of course she's meant to take over my job, like my job at Meowball Tavern."
"The prospects there are much brighter than staying in that tiny city-level witch's tavern."
"And... don't tell me you didn't have designs on Ruoxin."
Jiang Kehan simply smiled and did not speak.
These are things that both parties should understand in their hearts; saying them aloud would only make things awkward.
After carefully reviewing the contract details, Qin Luoyu signed a new employment contract with Jiang Kehan, and from now on, Jiang Kehan became her boss.
Well, if we don't ignore the facts, Jiang Kehan is still officially employed at the Witch's Tavern, working as a capable waitress under Manager Qin.
"I'll probably need two days to hand over the business. I hope you can get the basic structure of the Meowball Tavern up within those two days."
"Without a tavern, even if I had all sorts of skills, I couldn't do anything."
Qin Luoyu shrugged. The Great Hua Kingdom has always been quite free in its dealings with the official witches, it's just a matter of a resignation letter, but they won't just leave.