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Just as Yu Qingyu expected, under his ownership, the profits that Rosemist brought him were lower than what Miss Rose used to earn. However, it wasn't so much because the guests stopped spending money - Rosemist was as popular as ever. While a few old regulars might have left, soon they were replaced by new clubgoers. The main reason behind lower profits was the increase in the base pay for all the employees, as well as higher commission. Moreover, tips were no longer seized by the club, and were instead split between the hosts and waiters who served the guests who gave them. Therefore, while the sum that went to Yu Qingyu's pocket was lower, everyone else's earnings increased.