The Billion-Value Lands Are Just For Farming

Chapter 531

C531 – This Annoying Thing Is Here Again

Since the two girls were asleep, Lee Sumei and Su Tao kept their conversation to a minimum. They too closed their eyes to rest in the backseat while Su Ming focused on driving.

Thanks to his Stamina Talent, fatigue while driving was not an issue for him.

Moreover, the highway was nearly empty that morning, allowing Su Ming to drive with exceptional ease. In no time at all, they arrived at the hospital entrance.

The girls had slept well and were visibly refreshed. The group exited the car and made a beeline for the hospital.

Upon reaching the ward door, they were greeted by the sight of Zhang Tao cheerfully preparing hot water and breakfast.

Spotting Su Ming and the others, his face brightened, and he quickly approached them.

“Oh my! What brings you here?!”

Zhang Tao exclaimed, clearly delighted.

The esteemed doctors from the capital had deliberated for a day.

After the elderly gentleman had rested for a day and his health indicators normalized, they proceeded with the surgery. Lasting an impressive 23 hours, the operation was a resounding success!

He didn’t even require a transfer to the intensive care unit afterward but was taken directly to a regular ward.

Of course, this “regular” ward was not quite ordinary.

While a typical ward would house several patients together, this one was a private room, fully equipped and comparable to a hotel.

“We were so elated about the old man’s successful surgery that we couldn’t sleep. We just had to come and see how he was doing,” Su Tao inquired.

?”He’s woken up, though he’s drifted off to sleep again,” Zhang Tao replied, beaming with joy.

?”This time, we owe a lot to your son. Old Su, your boy is truly remarkable. Who would have thought our little village would produce such a distinguished individual!” Zhang Tao said to Su Ming with a warm smile.

?”Zhang, you’re making it sound more dramatic than it is. Don’t go flattering the kid too much, or he’ll get too cocky. Let’s go inside and check on the old man,” Su Tao said, leading the group carefully into the ward.

?Zhang Tao placed the kettle by the door and then, with a hint of intrigue, pulled his daughter aside and whispered, “Well? Was it a success?”

Zhang Qianqian, having stepped out into the brisk air, had felt more alert, but the hospital’s disinfectant odor and warmth quickly made her drowsy again. Confused, she took a moment to process her father’s question.

“Dad, what are you saying?”

Zhang Qianqian blinked in confusion.

“You’re pretending not to know, aren’t you? What about the task I gave you? Have you completed it?”

At this, Zhang Qianqian was torn between laughter and tears. “Dad! Are you really that worried I won’t find someone to marry? I’ve just started my freshman year of college!”

“My daughter is beautiful and smart, and there are plenty of people who’d like to marry her. But finding a good son-in-law is tough. Su Ming, for instance, is from our village and has grown up with you. He knows you inside out. You can’t let a catch like him slip away. You’ve got to be proactive—turn the raw rice into cooked rice!” Zhang Tao advised.

“Dad!” Zhang Qianqian’s face flushed with embarrassment.

What kind of father talks like that?

He even went as far as to say ‘turn the raw rice into cooked rice’!

Embarrassed, Zhang Qianqian ignored her father and went inside.

The old man wasn’t asleep. Hearing the noise at the door, he opened his eyes.

“Oh, everyone’s here. It was just a little surgery, and you all come rushing over.”

After the surgery, Zhang Tao had filled in the village chief on many things, so the chief knew that if it hadn’t been for Su Ming, he might not have made it.

“Uncle Zhang, don’t say such things. You’re the village chief and our elder. It’s only right for us to come and check on you,” Su Tao said cheerfully.

?The village chief nodded, his eyes settling on Su Ming. “You’ve always been modest, but who knew you’d become so accomplished. I owe you my life this time. I’m not sure how I can ever thank you enough.”

“Grandpa Zhang, I’d be upset if you talk like that. You helped our family a lot when we were struggling. I was just doing what I should,” Su Ming replied with a smile.

“Good, good!” The village chief was clearly delighted.

Just then, something occurred to Su Ming.

“Grandpa Zhang, there’s something I’d like to discuss with you,” Su Ming said, pausing thoughtfully.

?”What’s on your mind?”

The village chief took the matter seriously.

“It’s the vacant lot by your house,” Su Ming explained.

?Upon hearing this, the village chief paused, then his brow furrowed slightly.

?”Grandpa Zhang, please don’t misunderstand. I have no ulterior motives; I simply want to purchase that empty lot.”

“I plan to construct a plaza, install a few ping-pong tables, create a couple of basketball courts, and build some small structures.”

“Our villagers could dance in the plaza, play basketball, ping-pong, or enjoy a game of chess inside those buildings.”

“It would also prevent others from coveting the space.”

Su Ming quickly clarified his intentions.

Realization dawned on the village chief. This was indeed a positive development.

?Ning Zhiyuan had approached him several times, but he had always refused, knowing full well what Ning intended to do.

The village chief was also aware that Ning Zhiyuan wouldn’t rest until he acquired the land.

But now, if Su Ming were to buy it, constructing a plaza would not only be harmless to the village but actually beneficial.

“However, if Ning Zhiyuan learns that you’ve made the purchase, won’t he cause trouble for you?” the village chief asked, still concerned.

“Don’t worry, Grandpa Zhang,” Su Ming reassured him with a smile. “He wouldn’t dare mess with me.”

Relieved by Su Ming’s confidence, the village chief quickly agreed without further thought. “Alright, let’s proceed then. It’s perfect timing, actually. My house is empty these days, and I’ve been concerned that Ning Zhiyuan might sneak in and steal my belongings, so I’ve taken everything with me. Let’s not delay and complete the paperwork today while everyone is available.”

?”Sounds good,” Su Ming agreed with a nod.

The village was overjoyed at the successful outcome of the village chief’s surgery, and his spirits were high after a lengthy conversation.

?The following morning, Zhang Tao and Su Ming went ahead and finalized the land transfer paperwork.

?The village chief initially insisted on not accepting any payment, but Su Ming wouldn’t hear of it. He promptly paid 100,000 yuan and then gave Zhang Tao an additional two million yuan to oversee the hiring of workers and the purchase of materials for the new plaza.

If the collection exceeded the expected amount, it would be contributed to the village fund. Should it fall short, Su Ming would top it up. At midday, everyone went out for a hearty meal and then returned to keep Village Chief Zhang company, chatting away. As they were talking, a series of footsteps approached the door.

“Oh my! Village Chief Zhang, I’m absolutely thrilled to hear your surgery was a success. I’ve come to extend my congratulations and also brought along a few small gifts for you!”

The footsteps were accompanied by a voice that made everyone slightly furrow their brows; they immediately recognized who it was. This man was relentless.

?He was like a persistent fly, buzzing around once more.

The person in question was none other than Ning Zhiyuan, who had his eyes set on Village Chief Zhang’s piece of land.

Click to visit??

OR download the app and search the book name directly?