Reincarnated as a Fisherman and a Dad Chapter 181
"If there are things that confuse you, you can read the instruction manual," Dantes added, which made Karlos nod.
"I can't read English, so I'll let Karlos handle this stuff, haha." Brandon laughed and scratched his head. Even though Dantes had explained the functions of the radio, he couldn't quite grasp the terminology.
"Thank you, sir."
"We will return in three days." Karlos shook hands with Dantes one last time.
The two left, carrying the documents and a brand-new VHF radio that likely cost around 15,000 pesos.
"Before we go to the shrimp farm, let's buy some food for Zaldy and the workers," Karlos said, and Brandon agreed.
Their tricycle traveled to the central plaza. To be exact, they went to Jollibee and bought fried chicken and burgers for their employees... It was still surreal to think they actually had employees now.
Brandon pointed awkwardly at the pictures while ordering. He couldn't understand the English names on the menu, but fortunately, the cashier listened to him calmly. Of course, Karlos ordered food for his family to take home for later. He knew the kids would go crazy if he didn't bring Jollibee back, especially the kiddie meals with the toys.
"I look stupid at the counter..." Brandon said bitterly once they were done.
"You shouldn't think like that. You're going to experience a lot of things like this since you're a businessman now," Karlos teased him.
"Businessman, my ass." Brandon clicked his tongue, but he was secretly happy because he was indeed a businessman now. "I rarely visit places like this because I feel out of place. This place looks extravagant and expensive. Look at the receipt, we spent 700 pesos! That much!"
"Extravagant?" Karlos felt like Brandon was overreacting. To him, fast-food restaurants were not the definition of extravagance.
"You can invite your parents here once in a while, it's a good experience," Karlos suggested.
"I don't know about that. They would feel awkward stepping into this kind of restaurant." Brandon knew his parents, they were just simple people.
Their orders arrived, and they double-checked everything before leaving. Brandon was actually happy to be eating Jollibee for the first time. Karlos spotted a flower shop next on the street and decided to buy roses for his wife. The color of the roses reminded him of Maya's eyes.
By the time they reached the shrimp farm, it was already 12 noon, the perfect time for lunch.
Even though the shrimp harvest was finished, there was still plenty of work to do. They had to clean the bottom of the pond now that the water was gone... It was a tedious, dirty, and smelly job, as the grime mostly consisted of shrimp excrement.
For two to three days, the farm had hired five additional people to help clean the pond. After that, the farm would return to its regular crew of four workers and one manager.
"Boss Karlos! Boss Brandon! You've shown up!" Zaldy was excited, he was clearly waiting for his reward.
"Johnson, take this food to the others and give everyone a share," Karlos said to one of the permanent workers.
"Yes, sir!" Johnson licked his lips and excitedly headed toward the others, clutching the bags. This was his first time eating burgers and fried chicken from the famous Jollibee. Una Town had only gotten its first Jollibee restaurant this year, so it was common for most citizens to have never had the chance to eat there.
Karlos and Brandon heard the workers laughing happily as they received the food... Brandon had reacted the same way earlier. He wanted to eat a burger again, that thing was delicious. It was fortunate he had ordered extra for himself and his parents.
"Let's go to the office."
The three went inside. Karlos got straight to the point and gave Zaldy his money. Zaldy was shocked when he saw the stacks of 1,000-peso bills.
"Count them, just so we can be sure it's the right amount."
"Hehe, yes, sir." Zaldy bowed respectfully twice. He felt so lucky to have a boss like Karlos. He once again promised to work hard for the shrimp farm.
"Is the cleaning still not over?"
"Yes, sir. But don't worry, we will speed it up."
"Tomorrow, we will help you clean the pond," Karlos offered.
"I'll bring my father," Brandon added while munching on a burger.
"Thank you, sir." Zaldy finished counting. The money was exactly 90,000 pesos. Zaldy thanked Karlos for the nth time.
"Well then, it's time for us to leave. We'll see you tomorrow." Karlos stood up.
Zaldy bid them farewell. He looked at the burger and fried chicken Karlos had given him and decided not to eat them yet. He knew his children loved Jollibee, they deserved the treat more than he did.
The tricycle traveled through the streets until it reached their neighborhood. It stopped first in front of Brandon's house, where his parents were waiting to hear more of the story. Carmine and Gomez invited Karlos in for coffee, but he respectfully declined, wanting to get back home.
"Pa, tomorrow we're going to the shrimp farm to clean the pond."
"Alright." Gomez agreed immediately. He was already interested in the farm that Brandon now co-owned.
Karlos's tricycle reached his house, and the children were already waiting for him. They were playing in front of the house with the baby bikes Roman had given them for their first birthday. The twins were eagerly anticipating their Jollibee.
"Papa!"
"Jowwybee!"
"Kids, don't stand in front of the gate." Maya raised her voice and pulled them away. "I'm going to open the gate, don't block the way. That's dangerous."
The children just giggled, but they stayed still and let Maya open the gate for the tricycle. Once he parked under the shed, the twins excitedly looked for their Jollibee.
"Let's go inside." Karlos handed the roses to his wife and then carried the twins into the house.
"What's this?"
"It's for you. I know you're more beautiful than these roses, but that's the best they had in the shop."
"..." Maya was speechless. She smiled lovingly and followed her husband and children inside.
"By the way, why do we have so many eggs? You bought them?" Karlos asked.
"They are a gift from Auntie Carmine."
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