Chapter 443, Bai Ming’s Business Mind
The next morning, Yan Rouwan was still in the yard feeding Jiao Jiao and Xiao Hei.
“Hmph~ Let’s go out to play~”
Behind her, Si Jingzhu stepped out early with a cheerful face, humming a little tune, her steps light.
“Senior Sister Si, you’re up so early today.”
“What?” Si Jingzhu exclaimed, covering her mouth in surprise, “How did you know Sang Zhe was going to take me out to play?”
…And it started again. Yan Rouwan facepalmed in silence.
“Hehe, this time it’s a no-kidding, two-person world~” A hint of longing appeared on Si Jingzhu’s face, “This time it must be my turn to be devoured~”
“…He probably won’t eat you; it would hurt.”
“Not that kind of devour!”
Suddenly, Si Jingzhu squatted down beside Yan Rouwan: “Yan Senior Sister, are you really not anxious at all?”
“Me?” Yan Rouwan blinked, “What should I be anxious about?”
“Look, Sang Zhe is bringing more and more people home!”
Si Jingzhu whispered, “Last time it was a female emperor, this time it’s a dragon—who knows what kind of monster it’ll be next time.”
“If this keeps up, I’ll really be forgotten in the cold palace!”
Yan Rouwan stayed silent, but Si Jingzhu continued to press her advantage: “Look, even Senior Sister Shi from our Water Moon Sect couldn’t hold back and jumped ahead.”
“Are you really not concerned at all?”
Yan Rouwan tilted her head slightly in thought and then slowly shook her head with a smile.
“I… am not very good at this kind of thing.”
“Such things should be left to fate. Perhaps when the time is right, everything will happen naturally.”
She looked down slightly.
Jiao Jiao was gently licking her palm with its little cat tongue, while its soft little head nuzzled against her hand.
A slight prick and tingling sensation made her eyelids lower, lost in thought.
Seeing her disinterest, Si Jingzhu pouted and turned away: “Fine, I won’t bother you then.”
“I can’t wait any longer; if I do, I’ll be competing with the dogs in the back.”
Just then, Sang Zhe’s yawning voice came from behind: “Good morning, yawwn~”
“Sang Zhe! You’re finally awake!”
“…Though strictly speaking, I didn’t really sleep. You’ve got everything ready to head out, right?”
“Of course! I can’t wait any longer! Look, isn’t the dress I’m wearing today pretty?”
After greeting Sang Zhe and watching him chat and laugh with Si Jingzhu, Yan Rouwan suddenly opened her mouth as if to say something.
But a moment later, she swallowed the words, shaking her head to herself.
“Forget it.”
“I’ll leave it for next time. Don’t spoil Senior Sister Si’s mood.”
She slowly took out a pure white feather from her pocket, gazing at it with a blend of satisfaction and daydreaming.
Sang Zhe just waved hello to Yan Rouwan and was immediately urged by the impatient little ghost to hurry and wash up. After he left, Nian Nian’s figure suddenly appeared silently around the corner.
With her arms crossed, she quietly watched the feather in Yan Rouwan’s hand, her eyes revealing a meaningful glint.
“Ah… I see.”
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Zhang Xiaoying mentioned Starview Valley, located in the southern region of a place called Tan Prefecture.
The climate here was a bit warmer, like spring all year round, and Starview Valley was a gorge full of jade gentlemen flowers.
Due to the unique geographic reasons, the valley was rich in spiritual energy, collecting into a vertical column that ascended, allowing anyone looking upward to see a completely clear sky.
At night, the stars dazzled, and the Milky Way shone breathtakingly beautiful.
When Sang Zhe arrived, he could already see quite a few tourists who had come to visit.
There was a huge hotel at this location, and when Sang Zhe arrived, a plump middle-aged man was already waiting there.
“Young Master Sang, long time no see.”
Sang Zhe thought for a moment before remembering who this person was.
“Ah, you’re the manager from the resort at East Sea, right?”
“Yes, it’s me!” The fat man laughed, “That resort has officially started operations; it won’t be long before it starts to profit, and the president sent me to assist with the Starview Valley scenic area.”
Sang Zhe twitched the corner of his mouth: “You mean… Floating Splendor Commerce plans to turn this place into a scenic spot too?”
“Yes!”
The fat man instantly beamed with pride as he introduced, “Our president has a keen eye, seeing the huge tourism potential here long ago, and bought up all the surrounding land, initiating development early.”
“Now is the perfect time for Young Master Sang to visit; the scenic area has just been completed and is still in the advertising phase, so there aren’t many people yet.”
…Bai Ming that guy.
What a born businessman!
He won’t let go of any money-making opportunity.
“So, is there any story behind this place?”
“Allow me to explain to Young Master Sang.” The middle-aged man brimming with smiles elaborated: “This valley was once occupied by a small sect of the same name, which took advantage of the abundant spiritual energy here for cultivation. However, ultimately limited by its small size and poor management, the sect had to rely on the commerce.”
“The commerce turned this place into a combination of immortal cultivation sect and tourist destination, improving the sect’s situation while also boosting the economic development of the surrounding state cities.”
“We’ve reached an agreement with Starview Valley; they manage the scenic area’s operations, and the ticket revenue is handled by them, while our commerce only builds hotels and markets around to profit.”
“Now, the people from Starview Valley are already tasting the sweetness of this tourism model; they’ve forgotten about cultivation and are all running to the scenic area to lure in customers and sell goods, making great profits.”
“And the tickets for the scenic area are divided into three tiers. The basic ticket only allows viewing the jade gentleman flower fields and starry sky on the valley’s outskirts, while the advanced ticket allows entry into the valley to explore around the flower fields.”
Sang Zhe frowned: “…You won’t tell me there’s a VIP exclusive ticket, will you?”
“Of course, Young Master Sang! You know how to rake in the cash—uh, I mean make money!”
The middle-aged fat man lowered his voice: “The best stargazing spots in the valley have been set aside and a VIP exclusive ticket established. Right now, they’re already selling for three thousand spirit stones a ticket outside.”
“Of course, Young Master Sang’s visit today is special; the president specifically told me to suspend all VIP exclusive tickets for the next three days, just to clear the space for you.”
Such a great favor?
What a businessman, he’s really good at this!
“Well, thank you.”
“It’s nothing, just a small matter.” The plump middle-aged man warmly extended his hand: “The best room has been prepared for you, Young Master Sang. Please bring your female companion—eh? Where’s Young Master Sang’s female companion? Wasn’t she here just now?”
He looked around in confusion but didn’t see any sign of Si Jingzhu.
Sang Zhe, on the other hand, was watching Si Jingzhu, enticed by a bunch of street vendors selling products. He facepalmed in exasperation.
“…Forget her. Let’s head up first.”
