Zhu Yi hadn't anticipated that, within just half a day, the employees he brought would actually fall in love with this village.
Mind you, most of those nine employees were young people.
Typically, young people yearn for big cities, but they've fallen for Lingxiu Village, proving its undeniable charm!
In the following time, Zhu Yi assigned tasks to a few of them, instructing them to construct the manor and herb fields according to the pre-designed sketches.
Zhu Yi himself returned to Yuqing City that very evening, as there were other matters needing his attention there!
Of course, Jiang Yiyi returned to the city with him since her studio couldn't afford to sit idle!
Niu Feifei and some of her colleagues from the TV station were busy during the day filming and conducting interviews in Lingxiu Village, and at night they rested in the town, as Old Niu's shop was there, allowing them to take care of each other.
A few short days flew by, and suddenly, it was the hottest season of summer.
The sun hung overhead, directly shining upon the earth, leaving everyone feeling lazy and sluggish, lacking energy!
However, Lingxiu Village was bustling; no one's enthusiasm for work diminished due to the blistering sun.
Liu Zixuan picked some herbs and cooked them with mung beans, delivering a bowl of icy mung bean soup to them daily to ensure they wouldn't feel too hot after eating.
During these days, changes within Lingxiu Village were occurring almost every minute, bringing about numerous transformations!
Initially, two small high-rise buildings were constructed on the north side of the village, into which all the villagers moved, freeing up their original homes.
In the subsequent period, Huang Youcai, accompanied by Liu Mazi and the brawny men from Queqi Village, worked overtime tirelessly, erecting small villas one after another. Though not completely finished, the overall appearance underwent drastic transformation!
Seeing the villas taking shape, every villager revealed a joyous and excited smile.
This was a life they never dared to dream of!
But because of Liu Zixuan's arrival, in such a short time, he led them towards prosperity!
Thus, Liu Zixuan's image in the villagers' hearts grew even taller, akin to a deity — inviolable!
Zhu Yi was also busy on his end; during this period, he established a firm in Ghost Wood City under Liu Zixuan's name and made some preliminary preparations for the release conference of Xiumei Underwear!
That day happened to be a rainy day, unsuitable for outdoor work, so Liu Zixuan gave the workers a day off.
He also had Huang Youcai give them another sum of money to ensure they could rest properly.
He, however, drove towards the town.
Niu Feifei and the others were nearing the end of their recording task, having been busy here for quite some time, essentially assisting Liu Zixuan.
Now that they were about to leave, it was only thoughtful to host a meal as a gesture.
De Yuan Residence Restaurant in Yuqing Town.
Liu Zixuan watched as Niu Feifei and the others approached, standing up with a smile: "Come on, come on, have a seat!"
"You're too kind, Zixuan," Niu Feifei responded with a gentle smile.
"Just look at what you're saying. In such hot weather, work like yours is usually done in an air-conditioned office, yet you've come to the village to help us so much. It's just a meal."
As Liu Zixuan spoke, he summoned a waiter, "Give these folks a menu."
"Certainly, sir."
The waiter nodded and handed the menus to Niu Feifei's colleagues.
They seemed like rather conservative people, dedicated to work and not much else.
Holding the menu, they hesitated, unable to decide what to order.
All eyes turned to Niu Feifei.
Niu Feifei browsed through the menu, her mouth twitching subtly, murmuring: "This is really expensive!"
Yes, it truly was quite pricey; an ordinary dish like fish-flavored shredded pork was thirty yuan a plate!
Though they worked for group enterprises, their salaries were just a little over three thousand. For usual gatherings, they spent only two or three hundred.
Faced with such high prices, they hesitated momentarily.
"Order something," Liu Zixuan shrugged.
"Zixuan, how about we choose another place?" Niu Feifei lifted her gaze.
Liu Zixuan shook his head: "We said we're eating the best, so let's stick with it."
Seeing their bashfulness, Liu Zixuan took the menu over and browsed the signature dishes: "Okay, everything on this page, bring one of each, and two plates of lobster as well!"
"Understood, sir, please wait!" The waiter noted the order and left.
They looked at Liu Zixuan with eyes filled with a hint of envy!
When could they dine without considering the costs, ordering an entire page like Liu Zixuan?
The meal was exceptionally delightful, as they feasted on delicacies they hadn't had for half a year.
Niu Feifei appeared rather ladylike, understandably feeling a bit bashful!
After the meal, Liu Zixuan made a call to Zhu Yiqun, and then proceeded with Niu Feifei and others to Zhu Yiqun's KTV.
It's undeniable Zhu Yiqun and Yang Yizhi were quite clever.
There wasn't a large entertainment venue in town; this level of KTV was the only one of its kind, with a small dance floor and bar area in the hall, similar to a pub, while the second floor housed the proper KTV rooms!
Upon arrival, Zhu Yiqun and Yang Yizhi came out to welcome them.
"Zixuan, the largest private room has been prepared, and we brothers have arranged everything for today!"
They couldn't have achieved any of this without Liu Zixuan, hence their courteous demeanor towards him!
Liu Zixuan nodded, accompanied by them, heading upstairs to the largest private room.
"Feel free to enjoy the fruits and drinks, and ask if you need more," Liu Zixuan remarked.
"That's more than enough; we'll just sing a little," Niu Feifei laughed.
Having been with Liu Zixuan these days, they understood his character, and relaxed to enjoy themselves.
Zhu Yiqun and Yang Yizhi didn't disturb their fun and courteously withdrew.
About two hours later, Liu Zixuan, having had quite a bit of beer, left the room to head to the restroom.
Being his first time there, he searched for quite a while before finding it.
As he was about to push open the door, he felt a gust of chilly air rush towards his face.
Instinctively, he dodged, followed immediately by a 'crack' sound beside his ear.
A liquor bottle smashed against the wall, shattering, spilling its contents everywhere.
"Who's the blind one!" Liu Zixuan quickly fumed, storming into the restroom.
But upon entering, he was stopped by a burly man.
"Kid, get out! Our Lord Zuow is busy inside!"