RNP Chapter 17: The Beef Seedlings Arrive on the Beach and Their Fame Spreads Far and Wide
Chapter 17: The Beef Seedlings Arrive on the Beach and Their Fame Spreads Far and Wide
Chapter 17: The Beef Seedlings Arrive on the Beach and Their Fame Spreads Far and Wide
I. Seedlings planted on the ancient beach bring joy to all.
Incense smoke curled in front of the Divine Turtle Temple, and voices gradually gathered on the mudflats.
Villagers from the surrounding area, having heard that mussel seedlings were going to fall today, all rushed over early to watch.
Chen Shanhe carried a basket of clam seedlings and slowly walked to the edge of the Hailuotan waters.
He glanced at the water surface, confirming that the water temperature and flow were within a suitable range.
Su Wanjing followed closely behind, holding the record book in her hands, her eyes full of anticipation.
She specially changed into casual clothes, ready to follow up on the aquaculture data throughout the process.
Under the watchful eyes of the villagers, Chen Shanhe raised his hand and evenly scattered the clam seedlings onto the mudflats.
Once the seedlings were placed in the water, they quickly blended with the mud and sand at the bottom, leaving no trace of disorder.
He uses his unique traditional aquaculture methods, combining deep-water sources with ancient aquatic ecosystems.
We must follow the natural laws of water and soil passed down from the Divine Turtle Temple, and not go against the natural order or disturb the local environment.
The seedlings can grow naturally without needing to be overfed.
The shrimp fry that were previously tested and raised using his methods had a survival rate several times higher than that of traditional local farming methods.
Many villagers who had initially harbored doubts are now completely convinced.
Su Wanjing squatted on the shore, carefully recording the water temperature, water quality, and seedling status.
The pen tip glides quickly across the paper, each number radiating joy.
She would look up at Chen Shanhe from time to time, her eyes filled with admiration.
The two were busy moving back and forth between the mudflats and the Turtle Temple, their figures reflected in each other's eyes.
The morning light shone on the mudflats, making the scene appear exceptionally peaceful.
The villagers who watched watched with admiration.
"Dr. Chen is not only highly skilled in medicine, but also has such expertise in animal husbandry!"
"Thanks to the protection of the Divine Turtle Temple, our Azure Dragon Town is finally going to produce a capable person!"
"With Dr. Chen here, our mudflats will definitely prosper in the future!"
The discussions were filled with recognition and expectations for Chen Shanhe.
II. Rising to Fame and Abundant Customers
The news quickly spread throughout the surrounding villages and towns.
In just one day, news of Chen Shanhe's remarkably high survival rate in raising shellfish and shrimp seedlings spread from Qinglong Town to surrounding towns and villages.
Many seafood merchants sensed the business opportunity and drove over before dawn to place orders for their year-end harvest.
Some people placed orders directly, while others were even willing to pay a deposit first, fearing that they would miss out on the supply if they were late.
Even local officials made a special trip to the mudflats to investigate.
They stood beside the Turtle Temple, watching the seedlings growing well underwater, and listening to the villagers talk about Chen Shanhe's medical skills.
Everyone nodded in approval, praising him as a man of both literary and martial talents, and a man of both virtue and ability.
Chen Shanhe possesses superb medical skills, having saved the town mayor's mother, and unique aquaculture techniques, which have revitalized abandoned tidal flats.
His reputation spread far and wide in the surrounding towns and villages, and his prestige grew day by day.
Local officials no longer viewed him as an ordinary person, but rather with more respect and a desire to befriend him.
Some people offered their business cards, while others promised to make things easier with the aquaculture permits.
Even as the tidal flat industry was just starting out, it had already gradually built up a network of connections and established a solid foundation.
Su Wanjing listened to the praises from all directions and watched the polite attitude of the merchants and officials towards Chen Shanhe.
He was filled with pride, and a smile always played on his lips.
But beneath this joy, a lingering unease remained.
Looking at Chen Shanhe, who was surrounded by the crowd, she felt that he was becoming more and more dazzling, like a star that could not be hidden.
The more bustling the scene before her, the more she feared that this tranquility was only temporary.
Thinking of the power and prosperity of the Murong family in the provincial capital, and then thinking that she was just an ordinary woman from the countryside, she felt a pang of sadness.
A pang of sadness welled up in his heart, and he always worried that one day Chen Shanhe would be drawn to a bigger world.
Turn around and leave this mudflat, leave the Turtle Temple, and leave her too.
III. A cunning scheme to await the opportune moment
Under the shade of a tree, away from the crowd, Wu Yanqiu stood coldly.
He deliberately kept his distance, afraid of being seen by Chen Shanhe or the villagers.
His eyes were fixed on the figure surrounded by people in the middle of the mudflat, his face so gloomy it could drip water.
He saw the magnificent scenery of Chenshanhe and used the mudflats and the Turtle Temple to win over the hearts of the people.
The villagers all praised him, merchants vied to curry favor with him, and even low-level officials took the initiative to befriend him.
His network expanded step by step, and his reputation grew day by day.
Then he thought about how he had become the laughingstock of the whole town, and his family had lost all face.
They dug their fingernails deep into their palms, leaving several bloody marks, without even noticing.
Jealousy and hatred almost consumed his reason, and he felt a tightness in his chest.
The last time he followed and tried to make a move, Chen Shanhe easily shook him off.
This grudge had been building up in his heart, and he could no longer suppress his murderous intent.
Wu Xinggui, standing beside him, shrank his neck, whispered tentatively, and looked uneasy.
"Dad, he's very popular right now, and he has a lot of spies around him. Wouldn't it be dangerous for us to make a move and get ourselves into trouble?"
"If we get caught, my son and I will be doomed."
Wu Yanchou turned his head sharply, his eyes filled with a sinister and ruthless look, his tone leaving no room for retreat.
"Three days later, he will definitely go to town to purchase breeding supplies, and he will inevitably pass by the small path next to the Divine Turtle Temple."
"That place is remote and sparsely populated, making it the perfect time to strike."
"Make your move right there. This time, make sure everything is arranged so he can't escape."
"If he doesn't die, we'll never have a chance to get ahead!"
Wu Xinggui trembled at his father's gaze and dared not raise any further objections, so he could only agree repeatedly.
The two lowered their voices and carefully checked the details of the operation again.
A meticulously planned, deadly conspiracy was set to begin.
Beneath the cool shade of the trees, only intense malice and murderous intent remained.
IV. Invited to the city to diagnose a rare disease
That afternoon, Mayor Wang Feihu drove to the mudflats.
As soon as the car came to a stop, he strode towards Chen Shanhe, his expression earnest, and got straight to the point.
"Dr. Chen, the city health bureau chief has been waiting for a long time."
"He was extremely worried about his grandfather's illness and specifically asked me to invite you over."
"Please come with me to the city to treat the old man."
Chen Shanhe nodded in agreement, turned around and retrieved a simple medical kit, which contained only silver needles and a pulse pillow.
Su Wanjing was worried about his safety and wanted to stay by his side, so she went with him.
The car drove away from Qinglong Town and headed towards the city along the highway.
The scenery outside the window flashed by, and Chen Shanhe closed his eyes to rest, but his mind was preoccupied with Old Master Xu's illness.
More than an hour later, the vehicle slowly drove into the depths of the city and arrived at the grand and quaint Xu family old house.
The living room was bright and clean, and an elderly man sat upright in a chair; it was Xu Jiucai's grandfather.
The old man is 88 years old this year. He looks to be in good spirits and his complexion is not sick.
With sharp hearing and eyesight, he can read a newspaper clearly without reading glasses.
But no one could have imagined that this elderly man would suddenly fall seriously ill in recent years and be confined to his sickbed.
We consulted numerous renowned doctors from the province and city, and underwent all sorts of examinations, but none of them could find the root cause of the illness.
The whole family was deeply worried and at a loss.
After a long while, he finally saw Chen Shanhe. As if seeing a savior, he quickly stepped forward, cupped his hands, and bowed deeply.
"Dr. Chen, I have long admired your name. It is truly an honor to have you here today."
"The hopes of the whole family are pinned on you."
Chen Shanhe nodded slightly, his gaze falling on the old man as he looked at him intently.
By observing his complexion, his expression, and his aura, one can form a preliminary judgment in a short time.
This seemingly incurable illness is not a real ailment, but rather has a hidden story.
A long-dormant and difficult disease is about to have a breakthrough opportunity.