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Chapter 45: The Mind-Bending Bamboo Maze!
Chapter 45: The Mind-Bending Bamboo Maze!
Zhang Lin checked his phone and immediately understood what was going on.
He had seen the viral video Chen Shengfei had posted. Given the timing of its release and the massive traffic it generated in such a short period, it was clear that Chen had spent a fortune on promoting it.
No wonder his follower count had skyrocketed so quickly.
Moreover, because Zhang Lin, the big boss, had stepped in, the old woman's claims of unfair treatment were instantly dismissed. After all, a big boss like him couldn't possibly be a fake.
With the big boss speaking up, the old woman's tantrums and her belief that filming everything would make her right were quickly discredited.
Chen Shengfei had also specifically mentioned that the Liyuan Farm's honeysuckle tea was a high-quality product.
This indicated that although the tea was expensive, it was endorsed by the wealthy, meaning it must have real effects. No rich person would be foolish enough to endorse something ineffective.
Zhang Lin hadn't expected Mr. Chen to take such action without his involvement, but he could see the purpose behind it. It seemed to be related to the recent scandal in the oil and grain industry, and Chen was seizing the opportunity to gain more attention.
If he were in Chen's shoes, he would have done the same.
With this in mind, Zhang Lin decided to capitalize on the momentum. He quickly uploaded the video of the chaotic scene, titled it "Chaos Erupts Over Honeysuckle Tea—Constipated Visitors Must Choose a Place with Toilets!" and added a special warning.
After uploading the video, he waited.
At this point, thanks to Chen Shengfei's promotional efforts, the Liyuan Farm was already at the peak of its online popularity. As a result, Zhang Lin's video quickly went viral.
Many viewers were drawn to the chaotic scene in the video:
"Damn, is the honeysuckle tea really that effective? It can't be a laxative, right?"
"Top post, laxatives work on everyone, but only those with constipation went to the toilet. Plus, didn't you notice how refreshed everyone looked after using the restroom?"
"Exactly, you don't look that good after using a laxative!"
"My friend said it, 200 yuan isn't much if the effects are real."
"Top post, that friend is me. I'm going to Liyuan Farm tomorrow to check it out."
"It's a lie, that friend is actually mine."
As Zhang Lin's video gained traction, the Liyuan Farm's popularity soared even higher, evident from the rapid increase in likes, comments, and followers.
At this rate, they would likely hit 500,000 followers by evening, unlocking a milestone reward for reaching 500,000 online followers.
So, the old woman had truly brought them good fortune.
As noon approached, Zhang Lin remembered his appointment with Fu Yao and quickly rode his scooter to the entrance of the high school, sending her a message: "Same spot!"
The school bell rang, and soon Fu Yao emerged, surrounded by a few enthusiastic boys who seemed to be her admirers.
Zhang Lin wasn't surprised. Fu Yao was attractive and adorable, making her a prime target for early love interests. Given the Liyuan Farm's current popularity, she had become a minor celebrity, which only increased her appeal to the school's young boys.
"Uncle!" Fu Yao felt relieved to see Zhang Lin; she was being driven crazy by those immature boys.
To her dismay, the boys followed her and started fawning over Zhang Lin:
"Uncle, hello, I'm Fu Yao's classmate!"
"Uncle, I'm from the next class over. We participated in a competition together!"
"Uncle..."
"???" Zhang Lin was a bit confused. Were these boys mistaking him for Fu Yao's uncle?
Damn, was he that old?
"Uncle, let's go!" Fu Yao quickly hopped on the scooter, feeling like those boys were complete idiots.
Zhang Lin laughed, started the scooter, and headed toward the Liyuan Farm. On the way, he teased, "Fu Yao, those boys are your admirers?"
Fu Yao sighed, "Uncle, don't even mention those immature guys. They're driving me crazy."
When they arrived at the service center, Zhang Lin found Lin Mengxi already there with people from the agricultural bureau. Seeing him with Fu Yao, she immediately greeted them, "Mr. Zhang!"
She then turned to Fu Yao, "Fu Yao, I'm Lin Mengxi, a representative from the agricultural bureau. Thank you for coming."
"Thank you, Mengxi-nee," Fu Yao responded politely, calling her "sister" with ease.
Her gaze lingered on Lin Mengxi, who was both beautiful and graceful.
Mengxi Lin said, "Mr. Zhang, I’m setting things up over here. Could you please take Yao Fu to rest for a bit? We’ll head to the restaurant for lunch afterward, and then we’ll start filming the video."
"Sure!" Zhang Lin nodded and led Yao Fu to a nearby table to rest.
He had to admit, Mengxi Lin was a very charming woman. She had the agricultural bureau staff organized and working efficiently, despite them being older than her. If she didn’t have the skills and results to back her up, these seasoned civil servants in a small county wouldn’t have cooperated so readily.
A capable woman exuded a unique charm, especially with her distinctive aura, beauty, and figure. It was easy to appreciate her.
"Uncle, Sister Mengxi is really beautiful!" Yao Fu said with a smile. "Do you want me to ask if she’s single?"
"Uh!" Zhang Lin hadn’t expected this question and shook his head. "She’s not my type; I don’t have that feeling!"
"I see!" Yao Fu mused.
Mengxi Lin quickly finished setting up and invited the two to the restaurant, where she had already made a reservation.
The agricultural bureau’s hospitality was quite good, with a bountiful spread of dishes.
After lunch, Mengxi Lin invited Yao Fu to start filming the video, which drew the attention of many tourists.
"That’s the girl from the promotional video!"
"Indeed, she’s even prettier in person!"
"Who can resist? Such a pure and innocent girl really brings back memories for us older folks."
"..."
Many tourists took out their phones to snap photos of Yao Fu, a common reaction to encountering internet celebrities or stars. Curiosity, excitement, and admiration all played a part.
Yao Fu, however, handled the attention with grace and poise, showing no signs of nervousness and a strong demeanor.
However, being the first time filming, it took longer than expected, and when they finished, an unexpected issue arose. By the time Zhang Lin dropped Yao Fu off at the school, the gates were already closed.
"Ah, I’ll get points deducted by the security guard," Yao Fu sighed.
"Don’t worry." Zhang Lin knew that the school’s security guards would record infractions like tardiness or not wearing a uniform, which could affect the class’s performance evaluation.
He hadn’t expected this practice to still be in place after more than a decade.
He walked to a nearby store and bought a pack of Zhonghua cigarettes, then led Yao Fu to the school gates. When the security guard approached with a logbook, Zhang Lin stepped forward immediately. "Brother, my little sister had some business today and is a bit late. Could you give us a break?"
The words weren’t as important as the pack of Zhonghua he slipped into the security guard’s hand.
The security guard, who insisted it wasn’t for the cigarettes but out of understanding for the student’s situation, waved them through.
Yao Fu watched in amazement. This was Uncle’s way of handling things?
She ran inside quickly, feeling relieved to avoid the points deduction.
Zhang Lin, seeing this, left and returned to the farm.
Time passed, and the day, which saw a surge in tourists, ended without any major issues. After seeing off the last visitor, he checked his balance: 837,354.12 yuan.
Today’s profits from fruit wholesale, honeysuckle tea, and the restaurant exceeded 230,000 yuan.
He checked the upgrade conditions:
1. Hire 20 workers (44/20)!
2. Earn 1 million yuan in profit (837,354/1,000,000)!
3. Develop 500 acres of agricultural land (574/500)!
4. Plant at least 10 types of crops, each on no less than 5 acres (10/10)!
At this rate, he would soon reach the 1 million yuan profit goal and level up.
Moreover, reaching 1 million yuan in profit would also be a significant milestone.
He was sure the rewards would be substantial.
However, when Zhang Lin returned home, he received a game notification first. The 500,000 follower milestone had been reached due to online promotion.
"Congratulations! Through your efforts, you have reached the 500,000 follower milestone, securing a significant customer base. You need more visitor attractions. Reward: Special Scene Construction Scroll: Bamboo Maze of Diminished Intelligence!"
"???" Zhang Lin was confused by the notification.
He knew about bamboo mazes, a common feature in agricultural tourism sites.
But what did the "diminished intelligence" prefix mean?
...
(End of Chapter)
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