[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio":3,"chapter-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-327":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Rich in the 70s: I Made a Rugged Veteran a Millionaire",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},890751,1166,"Chapter 327: Shampoo","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-327",327,"\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng came out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was heard before her face was seen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shao Rou looked over curiously and saw a woman emerge, smiling radiantly and gracefully, with delicate features that exuded the composure of someone in a high position.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So this is Shen Que’s wife?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Jiang Cheng came out, Shen Que immediately stood by her side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng glanced at him and then withdrew her gaze, looking at Shao Rou.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hello, Miss Shao, I’m Jiang Cheng, Shen Que’s wife.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You know me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng nodded slightly and said, \"Shen Que told me about you the first time he met you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shao Rou looked at Shen Que in surprise, but Shen Que didn’t spare her a glance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, Shao Rou felt like a clown.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She met Shen Que at a banquet, initially attracted just by his temperament.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Later, she was drawn to his character.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shao Rou always knew that Shen Que had a wife, but she had never seen Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Jiang Cheng whom people in Beijing praised so much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Today, she finally saw her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shao Rou withdrew her gaze, looked at Jiang Cheng, and said boldly and courageously, \"I do have a bit of affection for your husband, but after seeing you, I realize that your relationship is very strong, and I won’t do anything.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng responded more generously, \"My husband is excellent, it’s normal for someone to admire him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shao Rou smiled appreciatively and looked at Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re really different. I think if I were a man, I’d like you too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng smiled modestly and confidently replied, \"Of course, someone as excellent as me is indeed rare.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shao Rou laughed out loud and shook hands with Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Goodbye, I hope we have the chance to work together in the future.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I hope so too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They released their hands, and Shao Rou, without another glance at Shen Que, left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had her pride too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que quietly held Jiang Cheng’s hand, sulking, \"Wifey, you have to protect me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng rolled her eyes speechlessly and pinched Shen Que’s waist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shen Que, I’ve noticed your skin is getting thicker.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que: Thinking of saying ’near cinnabar makes you red,’ but afraid of being beaten?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them went back to the private room, and by then the dishes had been served.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The portions were small, presumably so guests could taste more dishes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two ate and chatted, and before they knew it, they had eaten a lot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After eating, they had a pot of hawthorn tea to aid digestion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That night, they were out on a date until half-past ten before returning home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next day, Jiang Cheng and Shen Que left together, each heading to their offices.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At noon, Jiang Cheng, Bai Lu, Hua Ying, Jian Yueer, and Li Chunxiang left the company together to eat at a nearby wonton shop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This wonton shop had been open for a few years, run by an elderly lady, and was very delicious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every now and then, they would come to have a bowl together, and the old lady recognized them by now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After eating the wontons, Jiang Cheng wanted to check out the department store next door to understand the market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Lu and the others joked, asking if this counted as the boss leading them to skip work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng thought for a moment and said, \"This is the boss taking you to work overtime.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Being with me for so long, you should learn that everything that happens benefits me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group laughed; they couldn’t keep up with Jiang Cheng’s quick thinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Five fashionable and beautifully dressed women walking on the street were undoubtedly an eye-catching sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Quite a few women in drab clothes, or those completely different from them, secretly gossiped without knowing anything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Dressed so flashy, they surely aren’t proper girls.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"All dressed to the nines!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group naturally heard, but they had gone from caring initially to not minding at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Jiang Cheng would say, ultimately, they were just envious because they didn’t have what the group did.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, they knew best how well they were living and didn’t need to explain to outsiders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Influenced by Jiang Cheng, the five were truly independent women.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The five of them, unfazed by outsiders’ views, headed to the department store and started browsing from the first floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While they said it was market research, they didn’t hesitate to buy things they liked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Walking along, they reached the second floor, where one counter was the most bustling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng and the others curiously approached, only to find they were scrambling for shampoo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Imported shampoo, leaving hair fragrant and smooth!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Cheap price, limited quantity, if you want it, buy it now, or you’ll miss out!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The salespeople were shouting enthusiastically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng curiously bought a few bags to try out at home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because she owned a cosmetics company, which also dealt with shampoo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After shopping enough, they left, and upon returning, Jiang Cheng called the cosmetics company.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She specifically asked if recent sales had declined, to which the factory director replied no, they were the same as before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Director Lü, if sales are the same as before, it indicates something isn’t right.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Normally, our market share should be gradually increasing, it’s a seller’s market right now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you’re not growing and just breaking even, the problem is right in front of you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few words from Jiang Cheng unsettled Director Lü on the other end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m sorry, President Jiang, I’ll look into it right away!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng acknowledged with hm, not reminding the other side, wanting to see what he would find out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That evening, Jiang Cheng brought the few bags of shampoo home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the shampoo Jiang Cheng brought back, Shen Yue asked puzzledly, \"Sister-in-law, you bought this too?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Also?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng sat down and asked, \"Are a lot of people around you using this shampoo?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yue nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Many girls in my class are using it, they say it leaves their hair very fragrant and smooth.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I haven’t used it; I’ve always used our own products.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After listening, Jiang Cheng was thoughtful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll make a phone call.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng walked to the phone and called George.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the call connected, George spoke fluently in Hua Xia language.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jiang Cheng, what’s up?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"George, can I ask you for a favor?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go ahead.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>George was very serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng’s problem was his problem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After three years of Jiang Cheng investing money into him without complaints or rushing, George already saw Jiang Cheng as his most affluent family member.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t be so serious, it’s just a small favor. I want you to go to the department store near you and buy some types of shampoo... I need you to help me analyze the ingredients.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, George asked, \"That’s it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, I said it was a small favor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>George sounded slightly disappointed and softly said, \"Jiang Cheng, if anyone bullies you, I have lots of medicine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng smiled helplessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For some reason, George always wanted to help her get rid of people silently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, George, I remember, just remember to test it for me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>George agreed and promised to give her the results soon.\u003C\u002Fp>",1205,"2026-06-03T05:46:21.788Z",1,"novelbin.me","3e805f693bf12573b130c18e3bf817aa80de4430fbf16d5460f6aac5c8984953","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-328","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-326",340,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Frich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-cover.jpg"]