I Materialized the Cultivation Game

Chapter 281 - 147: Speak of the Devil!

He just felt something was not quite right.

Because he had not received blessings from the Demon-Vanquishing Celestial Venerable, he had only drunk a glass of wine.

Could it be that this still wasn’t enough for a complete cure?

Was a step missing from the process?

Thinking of this, he didn’t hesitate and immediately took out his phone to instruct his assistant: "Please help me get in touch with Linhe County later."

He couldn’t simply throw money at Patriarch Chen, so why not throw money at the local officials of Linhe County?

Linhe County, such an impoverished little county, could surely be persuaded to treat him like royalty.

...

Chen Han was quite surprised when he saw Mr. Wang Sr. coming in with Director Chen.

Chen Kai immediately stepped forward to explain the reason: "Patriarch Chen, Mr. Wang Sr. here wants to help the Chen Family expand the roads. The local county leaders have asked me to fully cooperate with him. With the increasing number of visitors to the Chen Family, the road conditions are indeed under pressure!"

Mr. Wang Sr. quickly added: "Patriarch Chen, the Celestial Venerable’s blessing cured my eyes, so this is a token of my appreciation."

These words made Chen Kai instinctively look over. Even though he had guessed the potential reason, hearing it directly from Mr. Wang Sr. was still shocking.

For such a wealthy person to willingly spend tens of millions on road construction meant that his ailment might have been quite serious.

Upon hearing the reason, Chen Han could feel Mr. Wang Sr.’s sincerity.

He finally understood why those Mystic Sect’s Residences are competing for followers and for fame.

Look, upon encountering such a generous believer...

However, he smiled and said to Mr. Wang Sr.: "Mr. Wang Sr., the Chen Family is just a scenic area. When it comes to healing, we should trust in science. Our Chen Family wouldn’t dare to claim credit."

Chen Kai and Ma Qi, upon hearing these familiar words, couldn’t help but smirk.

Why does it sound like Patriarch Chen is speaking nonsense?

If it wasn’t for the Chen Family’s contribution, would a wealthy person just be foolish?

At Mr. Wang Sr.’s age, he’s certainly no fool. He promptly nodded: "Right, right, we must trust in science. I’m just here to do some charity work."

Chen Han chuckled and said: "Sir, we’ve prepared some medicinal delicacies today. Do enjoy a serving at noon!"

"Thank you, Patriarch Chen." Mr. Wang Sr. hurriedly expressed his gratitude, and after exchanging some more words of thanks, he took his leave: "Patriarch Chen, then I won’t disturb you further. I’ll go pay my respects to the Celestial Venerable."

Chen Kai naturally accompanied him.

This elder needed to be well-attended to, as he was now a distinguished guest.

However, they couldn’t offer incense, so when they reached the Demon-Vanquishing Celestial Venerable Hall, they could only wait outside.

Afterwards, he accompanied the elder for a tour around the Chen Family area, even if the latter said it wasn’t necessary.

But...

Time passed, and soon it was noon.

Chen Han had a portion of the medicinal delicacies delivered to Chairman Liu as promised, along with Mr. Wang Sr.’s share, which was enough for one person to eat since it’s not much.

After finishing the medicinal delicacies, Xiaomi took out a notebook and said, "Chen Han, the National Style Event has been finalized. However, we need some performances, and we should discuss this. I’ve arranged for a National Style dance performance. Could you help by playing the flute as accompaniment?"

At this moment, Xiaoyu also chimed in: "And me, I’ll be performing a sword dance, and I’ll have Xiaojun and Da Long coordinate with me, ensuring it’s spectacular."

Saying this, the two girls looked at Chen Han and the others. Xiaoyu directly said: "Senior brother, everyone needs to perform. At the very least, the number of performances can’t be too few. After all, Sister Xiaomi set the ticket price at 699 yuan, so there can’t be too few performances."

The 699 yuan ticket does not include accommodation, it only covers entry to participate in the activities and watch the performances. If you want accommodation and meals, those are additional expenses.

After all, the National Style Event incurs numerous expenses, including significant fees for web celebrity appearances.

Naturally, there are also concessions: participants wearing Hanfu can enter at half price, and college students wearing Hanfu can enter for free.

As for whether people will be willing to pay 699 yuan, they’d be underestimating this circle’s influence. Otherwise, why else would various places be vying to host National Style Events?

The only difference is how well your promotion is done and whether you can invite influential National Style web celebrities.

In fact, many web celebrities will likely come just to join in the fun and ride the wave, and once the event gains buzz, many National Style girls will come willingly without demanding appearance fees.

In this respect, with Xiaomi’s connections, she invited five close National Style sisters, making seven girls including her and her junior sister, which already adds influence.

With some buzz, the Chen Family has garnered attention recently, leaving only the program quality to address.

Although the main highlight is the showcase of these National Style girls for photo interactions, performance programs also need to be plentiful.

Moreover, the three-day event requires continuous performances over three days.

However, regarding what to perform, Chen Lin and Uncle Dagou were at a loss, racking their brains.

Finally, Uncle Dagou said: "Can I perform the Chest Breaking Stone?"

Xiaoyu was instantly surprised: "Uncle Dagou, you know how to do that?"

"I tried it before, it didn’t seem too difficult," Uncle Dagou awkwardly explained.

Chen Han chuckled, given Uncle Dagou’s robust physique, and after consuming medicinal delicacies for so long, his body was sturdy. The Chest Breaking Stone was purely a natural talent.

Uncle Dagou added: "At that time, Chen Lin or Shuisheng can use their fists to break the stones!"

"No problem!" Chen Lin said.

"Neither do I," Chen Shuisheng agreed.

Both seemed quite confident. With daily martial arts training and consuming medicinal delicacies to strengthen their bodies, they were indeed confident.

Upon hearing this, Xiaoyu nodded and said: "Alright, then Uncle Dagou can perform the Chest Breaking Stone, but we still need more programs."

Chen Lin thought for a moment and said: "The three of us could perform some martial arts together with the folks from the Demon Suppression Hall. After some practice, we’ll surely perform in synchronization."

"Alright." Xiaomi nodded, then she and Xiaoyu simultaneously looked at Chen Han.

He naturally understood the two girls’ intention; they wanted him to perform as well.

Moreover, he discovered he had quite a few options to showcase: Ancient Magic, Cloud Barrier Technique, Beast Taming Technique, among others.

Even the Cyan Pheasant Fan could be used as a performance prop. The Sneeze Wind could make people sneeze twice comfortably, used as a benefit for the front-row audience.

While Chen Han and the group discussed the National Style Event as they ate,

Mr. Wang Sr. also went to rest in the standalone courtyard he had reserved, where the Chen Family had sent him a portion of the medicinal delicacies and dishes.

Chen Kai naturally knew it was time for him to leave, so he left a phone number with Mr. Wang Sr., advising him to call if he needed anything, and then departed.

But just as he left the courtyard, he received a call from the county leaders and was dumbfounded: "What? A wealthy magnate wants to lease a mountain and invest in tourism in Linhe County?"

This news caught him by surprise. Such good fortune never seemed to happen before, and now it was occurring for the second time consecutively?

Upon hearing further instructions from the leadership, he quickly assured: "Don’t worry, leader. I will treat the magnate like a king and make sure he doesn’t slip away. Where is he now?"

"What... also at the Chen Family?" Chen Kai was taken aback.

No way, the magnate wants to lease a mountain. Hopefully, it’s not the one behind the Chen Family.

Moreover, now that the Chen Family is popular and attracting more tourists, there’s a high chance of this happening.

Although the mountain doesn’t belong to the Chen Family, if the magnate leases it for some inappropriate development, the consequences could be substantial.

If that happens, people involved could end up with those terrifying issues like hemorrhoids, what would they do?

With this thought, he instinctively clenched his backside and, out of nowhere, asked Ma Qi: "Did your wife and child’s hemorrhoids get better?"

Ma Qi, puzzled by the sudden question, awkwardly replied: "Last night, they were in excruciating pain; today is just the 10th day. They’ve actually lost quite a bit of weight, but fortunately, Patriarch Chen mentioned the punishment would last just 10 days."

Chen Kai felt sullen at once. He knew several people suffering horribly from hemorrhoid pain; imagine enduring it for ten straight days, that must be excruciating.

That area wouldn’t even feel like their own, right?

But with the leadership’s orders, he had to find that distinguished guest and hope that nothing was too outrageous.

Soon, he reached another standalone courtyard within the Chen Family area, and upon entering, he was slightly taken aback seeing a monk there.

He seemed to have seen the monk earlier when he accompanied Mr. Wang Sr. inside.

Alarm bells started ringing in his mind.

Could the wealthy Liu, who came with a monk, want to lease the mountain to build a temple?

Damn, that would be quite troublesome. Didn’t they bother to inquire about the Demon-Vanquishing Celestial Venerable here?

Nevertheless, following orders, he welcomed them with a smile: "May I know which one of you is Mr. Liu? I am Chen Kai, the director of Linhe County’s Cultural Tourism Bureau."

Liu Ye, understanding that the person must be from Linhe County, warmly responded: "I am Liu Ye. It seems Director Chen is specifically handling this handover, so I’ll be straightforward. I wish to lease the mountain behind the Chen Family."

"What?!?!" Chen Kai’s face instantly changed.

His fears had come true.

"??" Liu Ye was bewildered. He just wanted to lease a mountain, but why that reaction from the other party? Besides, he intended to lease the mountain and then gift it to the Chen Family, who would receive a hefty rental income. Shouldn’t they be overjoyed?