flstandardbreds Chapter 1221 The Trade of Lingzhi
Chapter 1221 The Trade of Lingzhi
Surrounding it were some auxiliary halls, as well as the living quarters for the temple keeper and staff, kitchens, toilets and other necessary rooms. The entire building had the same style, and looked solemn and dignified.
To the right of the Temple of the Number One God of Wealth is a large platform. Outside the platform is a cliff, which is fenced off so that you won't fall unless you deliberately climb it.
Standing on the platform, you can see a vast sea of clouds, the sunrise, towering mountains, rivers, and a large waterfall.
The waterfall is naturally formed. If there is a sea of clouds, the waterfall looks as if it is really cascading down from the sky, truly resembling the Milky Way falling from the ninth heaven.
At this moment, Shen Xuening stood on the large platform, her arm resting on the safety railing, gazing into the distance: "The view from here is absolutely stunning."
Long Qiaosen agreed, "Yes, I also thought this place was good, so I built a large platform. Looking back now, it was a very good decision."
Shen Xuening said, "It's worth climbing the mountain just to see this scenery."
Long Qiaosen smiled and said, "Anyway, if I had known the scenery here was so beautiful, I would definitely have come to climb the mountain."
Shen Xuening took out her phone and recorded a video. After recording, she sent it to Qin Zizhou: "Zizhou, the World's Number One God of Wealth Temple is finished. Welcome to visit!"
Qin Zizhou had just finished his meeting: "We'll go after we have our wedding."
Shen Xuening: "No problem."
Putting away her phone, Shen Xuening prepared to descend the mountain. The area still needed cleaning and couldn't be opened to the public for the time being. However, even if it could be opened, she wouldn't do it now. She planned to open it during the Chinese New Year, a prospect that would surely attract a large number of tourists.
The Temple of the World's Number One God of Wealth has been completed, and Shen Xuening is very happy. This marks the completion of another part of the scenic area, and now only the amusement park remains.
The amusement park is too big and has too many attractions, so it won't be open so soon; we'll have to go next year.
Shen Xuening hummed a song softly as she descended the mountain.
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Parking lot in the scenic area.
He Sheng waved and said, "Brother Luo, over here."
Academician Luo Yuanhua turned to look at He Sheng and immediately smiled: "Brother He, you look even younger after just a few months!"
He Sheng touched his face. He did feel younger when he looked in the mirror, but he was already old, and saying such things would make him a laughing stock, so he never mentioned it: "Younger?"
Luo Yuanhua strode over and said enviously, "You really look younger, haven't you noticed?"
He Sheng was secretly pleased, but he didn't show it on his face: "Of course I noticed, but I'm too embarrassed to say it."
Luo Yuanhua urged, "Tell me quickly, what health supplements did you use? Let me try them."
He Sheng waved his hand: "No, I just eat and drink normally. You know I never use health supplements."
Luo Yuanhua didn't believe it and looked at He Sheng again: "Then how come you've become younger? Is what they say online true, that the feng shui here is good and can change a person's physical condition?"
He Sheng answered affirmatively: "It's true. You don't know, a lot of people come here to recuperate. The high-end accommodation area behind the guesthouse is full."
Luo Yuanhua asked skeptically, "Really?"
He Sheng raised his voice slightly to prove he was telling the truth: "Would I lie to you? If you don't believe me, I'll take you to see for yourself in a bit. It's full of rich people, all dressed impeccably."
Luo Yuanhua had his own agenda, so he said, "Then I'll take a look later."
He Sheng hesitated for a moment, then asked, "Are you unwell?"
Luo Yuanhua didn't shy away from the topic and admitted directly: "Yes, I'm getting older, and I feel like I'm getting worse every year. When I went for a physical exam recently, I was surprised to find that I have high blood pressure and high cholesterol, which I still can't accept."
He Sheng understood: "So this is the real reason you came to find me?"
Luo Yuanhua laughed: "You figured it out." He was a little scared about his medical examination results. "If it's okay, I'm going to retire and come here to recuperate. Nothing is more important than health."
He Sheng smiled and said, "Sure, or you can come over and study it with me."
Luo Yuanhua smoothly changed the subject: "Speaking of research, how's your research on black nightshade flowers going?"
He Sheng told the truth, saying that they were all family: "We've done more than half of the research. It's a medicinal herb that's even better than ginseng for replenishing qi and blood. Its medicinal value is unparalleled. We're still analyzing it now, and we'll be able to write the report in a while."
Luo Yuanhua became serious: "Is it really a new plant variety?"
He Sheng answered conservatively, "We can't be sure if it's a new variety, but it's not recorded in the database before, so we can be sure it's a new discovery."
Luo Yuanhua nodded: "That's good too. Having another useful medicinal herb can save more lives."
He Sheng said, "After studying the black nightshade, I plan to study the soil here. This place can grow plants that don't exist in other places, and the crops grown here are so good, the soil must be better than other places. I want to do some research."
Luo Yuanhua agreed: "Sure, if we can analyze the components, we can add them to other soils and increase production."
He Sheng said expectantly, "Yes, if it comes true, it will be a blessing for the whole country."
Luo Yuanhua said, "Then I wish you all the best."
He Sheng smiled and said, "Thank you."
As they talked, the two arrived at the edge of Shen Xuening's sweet potato field.
Looking out over the vast expanse of land, Luo Yuanhua asked in surprise, "The big sweet potatoes you mentioned are grown here?"
He Sheng said, "Yes, I saw it with my own eyes. They're still digging over there. If you don't believe me, we'll go and take a look."
Luo Yuanhua said, "I don't disbelieve it, but it's a bit strange. I'm more interested in eating sweet potatoes. You praised the taste of sweet potatoes to the skies, and my mouth was watering at the time."
He Sheng led Luo Yuanhua toward the sweet potato digging area: "Sure, we can eat them as soon as we get there."
Luo Yuanhua realized what was happening: "Eat it raw?"
He Sheng highly praised it: "Don't be afraid of eating it raw. It tastes good raw too. It's on par with green radishes. Just eat it. Maybe your high blood pressure will be better after you eat it."
Luo Yuanhua blinked, somewhat disbelieving: "It can't be that amazing, can it?"
He Sheng didn't explain further; the facts speak for themselves: "Try it and you'll see."
The two walked towards the workers.
Shen Xuening handed over the task of digging sweet potatoes to the workers because she had other things to do and didn't have time to do it here.
The workers knew He Sheng; he was a highly respected expert who specialized in scientific research here.
A worker picking up sweet potatoes nearby asked, "Mr. He, what brings you here?"
"I brought my friend to buy sweet potatoes," He Sheng said, pointing to the bag next to him. "May I buy some?"
The worker, skilled in the art of language, said: "It's definitely not feasible for the average person, but it's certainly possible for Mr. He to buy it. Should you choose for yourself, or should I help you?"
He Sheng was very pleased with himself: "You guys go ahead with your business, we'll choose for ourselves."
"Okay." The worker nodded and handed a plastic bag to He Sheng. "Mr. He, please pick whatever you like. Let me know when you're done, and I'll come and weigh it for you."
“Okay.” He Sheng asked Luo Yuanhua to take the bag, and he squatted down to pick out the sweet potatoes.
Every sweet potato was good, and He Sheng took as many as he wanted. He couldn't finish the big ones, so he picked the smaller ones.
Luo Yuanhua exclaimed, "These sweet potatoes are really good!"
"Of course, otherwise why would I like it so much?" He Sheng thought for a moment and then added, "You'll feel even better after you eat it later."
"I know, no need to praise me anymore." Luo Yuanhua couldn't help but drool.
After picking up half a bag of sweet potatoes, He Sheng asked the workers to weigh them for him.
"Five jin in total, fifty yuan." The worker readily weighed the sweet potatoes and handed them to He Sheng.
Luo Yuanhua asked in confusion, "Is it because I haven't been to the market in a long time that sweet potatoes are now ten yuan a pound?"
He Sheng, however, felt it was excellent value for money, and anyone who had bought it would agree: "These sweet potatoes are different from ordinary sweet potatoes. You'll understand why they're worth the price once you eat them."
Luo Yuanhua shook his head: "I can't understand."
He Sheng said confidently, "You will understand."
Luo Yuanhua's competitive spirit was ignited: "Let's go, I want to see how this sweet potato can be worth ten yuan a pound."
"Let's go, let me broaden your horizons." He Sheng led Luo Yuanhua back.
Instead of returning to their lodgings, the two took the sweet potatoes to the canteen and asked them to process them for them.
The cafeteria can help prepare the dishes, but it takes time, usually two hours, depending on the type of dish.
He Sheng made arrangements with the canteen staff, then gave the sweet potatoes to them and kept one for Luo Yuanhua to eat raw.
Luo Yuanhua asked in surprise, "Is the cafeteria service this good?"
“Excellent,” He Sheng said. “The service here is beyond your imagination, so enjoy it.”
"Mmm." Luo Yuanhua was very expectant.
He Sheng took Luo Yuanhua back to his residence, then took a knife, peeled the sweet potato, cut it in half, and gave one to Luo Yuanhua: "Try it."
Luo Yuanhua hesitated before taking a bite.
He Sheng ignored him and started eating by himself.
Luo Yuanhua was still skeptical, but after chewing a couple of times, he was completely won over and began to devour the food.
He Sheng glanced at Luo Yuanhua and smiled gently. All doubts would be dispelled after tasting it; there was no doubt about that.
Luo Yuanhua quickly finished the sweet potato: "Why did you leave one? Why not leave one more?"
He Sheng deliberately said, "I was just worried you wouldn't like the food."
Luo Yuanhua waved his hand: "Alright, don't tease me. How was I supposed to know these sweet potatoes were so delicious?"
He Sheng smiled and said, "Don't rush, it will taste even better later."
Luo Yuanhua nodded repeatedly: "Yes, we also sent some to the cafeteria to be processed. I must eat more of it later."
He Sheng suddenly looked at Luo Yuanhua: "I haven't asked you yet, why did you come here so suddenly? It shouldn't be just to see me."
"Haha." Luo Yuanhua laughed. "I came here specifically to buy Ganoderma lucidum."
"Buying Ganoderma lucidum?" He Sheng realized. "Right, Mr. Shen's Ganoderma lucidum is almost ready to be harvested at this time of year. You're quite well-informed!"
Luo Yuanhua said, "It's not that I'm well-informed, it's that I've been paying attention to this matter. I bought a Ganoderma lucidum before, and after eating it, my health improved significantly. So, I'm here to buy another one."
He Sheng nodded: "Then after we finish eating, I'll take you to buy Ganoderma lucidum."
More than two hours later, He Sheng and Luo Yuanhua returned to the cafeteria and asked for a private room to enjoy their meal.
The chef used their sweet potatoes to make many dishes: fried sweet potato balls, potato chips, steamed pork with rice flour, candied sweet potatoes, baked sweet potatoes with cheese, honey and butter roasted sweet potatoes, and sweet potato pancakes. They brought the sweet potatoes themselves, but they had to pay extra for the other ingredients; all of this was agreed upon beforehand.
Luo Yuanhua was very satisfied with the dishes: "They taste good and are good for your health."
"Of course," He Sheng said. "The oil used in the cafeteria is rendered in-house, and the ingredients are raised or grown by ourselves. How could it not be good?"
Luo Yuanhua nodded in agreement: "That's true."
He Sheng said, "Eat up."
Once they started eating, they couldn't stop talking and buried their heads in their food.
Luo Yuanhua had never eaten such delicious food before. He was completely won over and ate until he was stuffed before stopping. "Delicious, delicious! This sweet potato is now number one in my heart."
He Sheng felt superior at this moment: "Haha, you're so narrow-minded. There are so many delicious foods here. You'll find out if you stay here."
Luo Yuanhua was somewhat impatient: "I'll arrange it as soon as possible."
After the two finished their meal, He Sheng took Luo Yuanhua to the mountain where Ganoderma lucidum was grown.
The workers who were picking the mushrooms hadn't finished their shift yet and were still busy on the mountain. Shen Yingying was also on the mountain. These were valuable items; a single Ganoderma lucidum mushroom was worth 10,000 yuan, so she had to keep a close eye on them.
Upon seeing He Sheng, Shen Yingying walked over and said, "Mr. He, what brings you here?"
He Sheng said, "My friend wants to buy Ganoderma lucidum, so I brought him here to take a look."
Shen Yingying said, "The Ganoderma lucidum is 10,000 yuan per piece. You can choose any one you like, and if it doesn't work, you'll get a full refund. If there is any deception, you will be compensated tenfold. This last clause restricts both the buyer and seller."
Luo Yuanhua nodded and said, "The previous Ganoderma lucidum was also 10,000 yuan each, the price hasn't increased."
Shen Yingying said, "My sister said that the price of Ganoderma lucidum will not increase."
Luo Yuanhua praised, "Your sister is a conscientious boss."
As someone who dotes on her older sister, Shen Yingying really enjoys hearing others praise Shen Xuening: "That's right."
Luo Yuanhua smiled and said, "Then I'll go pick one out?"
"Go ahead," Shen Yingying instructed, "but don't step on Xiao Duo's."
"I know." Luo Yuanhua then walked into the mountains.
He didn't spend long choosing; he picked out a Ganoderma lucidum he liked in just a few minutes. Shen Yingying came over and helped him pick it: "Sir, when do you plan to eat it?"
Luo Yuanhua said, "Take it back and eat it. It should take about a day."
Shen Yingying said, "I understand, I'll pack it up for you right away."
Luo Yuanhua politely thanked him, "Okay, thank you for your trouble."
Shen Yingying took out a gift box and carefully packed the Ganoderma lucidum. The packaged Ganoderma lucidum looked like a valuable item, and carrying it in her hand made her feel very proud: "Sir, it's packed."
"Thank you." Luo Yuanhua picked up the suitcase and left with He Sheng.