Chapter 57
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Chapter 57: The Auction
When the stubborn holdouts saw the Nan family leave, they huddled together immediately.
The middle-aged man at the front no longer had his previous rebellious demeanor.
Now he appeared more honest than anyone.
“Um… miss, don’t you think the compensation amount should be a bit higher? Otherwise, we really can’t survive!”
Nan Yue Ran frowned.
“I already said before, the compensation I offered each of you is the maximum!”
Bai Chen simply waved his hand, and Xiao Si Yan immediately directed the nearby construction teams to start their work.
Bai Chen then approached the group of stubborn holdouts, his calm gaze fixed on them.
“You all have heard of the Fuyuan Chamber of Commerce, right? Don’t play any tricks with me.”
Seeing Bai Chen’s emotionless eyes, the stubborn holdouts hurriedly apologized to him.
The Nan family, whom they had relied on before, was now scared away; what could they do now?
Once the stubborn holdout problem was completely resolved, there were no more obstacles for the Zijin Garden project.
“Bai Chen, what’s going on here?”
“Why did people from the Fuyuan Chamber of Commerce come?”
Nan Yue Ran curiously observed Bai Chen.
Initially, she called Bai Chen over simply to protect Bai Nian Nian and herself.
But she hadn’t expected that after Bai Chen arrived, he not only thwarted Nan Lin but also ensured the Zijin Garden project could proceed smoothly!
This surprised Nan Yue Ran about Bai Chen’s identity and abilities.
When she approached him, Bai Chen’s expression softened a bit, and he smiled lightly at her.
“The Xiao family hasn’t left yet. The Fuyuan Chamber of Commerce is under their control, so they will naturally keep an eye on things.”
“With the Fuyuan Chamber of Commerce backing you, you can fully unleash your potential on the Zijin Garden project!”
Nan Yue Ran was taken aback by Bai Chen’s words and then felt a rush of joy.
“I, Nan Yue Ran, really didn’t misjudge him!”
Seeing Nan Yue Ran so happy made Bai Chen smile as well.
Meanwhile, Xiao Si Yan felt a strange sensation in her heart.
Because of her blood relation to Bai Chen, she naturally listened to him, but she was also concerned about everything he did.
“Boss Bai, please rest assured. From now on, the Fuyuan Chamber of Commerce will coordinate projects with Madam.”
“Okay.”
Noticing Xiao Si Yan’s perceptiveness while Nan Yue Ran was actively working at the construction site, Bai Chen decided not to interrupt.
“Just keep an eye on this project for now. Let me know if anything comes up.”
“Sure, Boss Bai!”
After giving instructions to Xiao Si Yan, Bai Chen approached Bai Nian Nian and ruffled her hair.
“Nian Nian, have you missed Daddy?”
“Yes! Daddy has been so busy lately! I haven’t seen you at all!”
“How about I spend some quality time with you today?”
“Okay~”
Bai Chen picked up Bai Nian Nian and returned to the medicinal meal shop with her.
It was indeed strange.
Since Bai Chen opened this medicinal meal shop, it often remained closed.
He hardly had any time to manage the business himself.
Once he reopened the door, Bai Chen headed to the kitchen.
“It has been a week since Nian Nian last had herbal soup.”
“I still haven’t used the hundred-year-old herbs from the Zhao family, so I can finally treat Nian Nian’s health properly this time.”
Bai Chen skillfully went to the kitchen to heat water.
He meticulously ground the various hundred-year-old herbs and mixed them in the right proportions.
He then cut a small piece of ginseng root and added it into the medicinal pot.
Bai Nian Nian quietly watched her father work, her chubby little face showing a hint of concern.
“Daddy, we have a parent-teacher meeting next week. I want you to come!”
Bai Chen was taken aback by Nian Nian’s words.
“Sure, I’ll definitely be there!”
“Hehe! Nian Nian loves Daddy the most!”
Hearing Bai Chen’s promise, Bai Nian Nian’s face lit up with joy.
Before long, a fresh and pleasant medicinal aroma filled the entire room.
Bai Chen ladled out a small bowl and checked the temperature.
“Nian Nian, the temperature is just right. Drink it while it’s hot!”
Bai Nian Nian picked up the bowl and drank it all in one go.
Just then, a loud, elderly voice rang out from outside.
“Doctor Bai, your shop is finally open today!”
Zhao Ruilong strode in, dressed in a Tang suit, smiling cheerfully.
Zhao Ya followed closely behind him.
“So fragrant! It seems like I’m in for a treat today!”
“Doctor Bai, don’t hide what delicious food you’ve made!”
Seeing this, Bai Chen smiled slightly.
“Old Master Zhao, your nose is truly sharp! How did you know that I just used those hundred-year-old herbs you gave me?”
Zhao Ruilong was surprised to hear this.
“Then I definitely have to try it!”
Zhao Ya nearby couldn’t help but swallow her saliva.
Ever since she had herbal soup at Bai Chen’s place last time, she felt that nothing in the world could compare to his herbal soup.
The sensation of eating the herbal soup was something she would never forget in her life.
Bai Chen looked at the two of them, an old man and a young girl, eagerly waiting, and smiled gently.
“Alright! Grab a bowl and wait over there.”
Zhao Ruilong and Zhao Ya obediently waited like students.
Soon, Bai Chen served each of them a bowl.
When they finished eating, their faces showed satisfied smiles.
“Still the best herbal soup from Doctor Bai!”
Zhao Ruilong gave Bai Chen a thumbs up.
Zhao Ya, seeming not quite done yet, licked her lips with her pink tongue.
Seeing this, Bai Chen served Zhao Ya another bowl.
Zhao Ruilong also licked his lips at the sight.
“Doctor Bai, I…”
Hearing Zhao Ruilong’s words, Bai Chen shook his head.
“No, you’re too old for that! One bowl is enough!”
Zhao Ruilong looked a bit disappointed.
Once Zhao Ya finished her second bowl, Bai Chen finally spoke up:
“Now, let’s talk. You don’t come to my place without a reason. What brings you here?”
Zhao Ya stood up respectfully and said to Bai Chen:
“Doctor Bai, we want you to help remove the hidden ailments from my grandfather’s body.”
“Last time, due to some reasons, it didn’t work, so this time…”
Hearing Zhao Ya’s words, Bai Chen suddenly understood.
“Oh, I see. I understand now.”
“However, your grandfather doesn’t need my help anymore.”
“If I intervene, it might deplete his foundation.”
Zhao Ruilong’s expression changed upon hearing Bai Chen’s words.
“Doctor Bai! Why is that?”
Bai Chen pointed at the bowl in Zhao Ruilong’s hand and said,
“The herbal soup you just drank is already very strong. Once you absorb and digest it, your body will be almost fine.”
“If I step in, it could easily stimulate your foundation. At your age, it’s best to avoid such stimulation.”
“Relying on your own body to absorb it may even strengthen your bodily functions.”
After hearing Bai Chen’s words, Zhao Ruilong nodded and looked at Bai Chen seriously.
“Doctor Bai, thank you for your treatment this time.”
“Actually, I also have something to tell you.”
“Because the Family Head of the Su family is celebrating his birthday, the people from Medicinal King Valley are coming!”
“And they will also hold an auction in Lintai!”
