I manifested the Shushan game

Chapter 17: I just admire my senior brother a little!

In the bamboo forest.

As the sun set, Chen Han, along with Uncle Big Dog and Uncle Shuisheng, had almost finished picking the bamboo leaves. The two men's sacks were full, each weighing about 40 jin (20 catties).

Bamboo leaves are actually very difficult to harvest, especially the small bag of bamboo leaf cores he was carrying, which weighed about 5 kilograms and took a lot of time.

Before leaving, Chen Han also instructed, "Uncle Big Dog, cut down another bamboo. We'll make bamboo tubes to hold the roasted bamboo leaf tea."

"Hmm." Chen Dagou nodded, picked up the machete at his waist, skillfully chopped a bamboo suitable for making bamboo tubes, trimmed the branches, and carried it out of the bamboo forest on his shoulder.

Along the way, Chen Han received another game notification:
[Congratulations! Your image transmitted through the Spirit Mirror has gained you a new follower, earning you 1 reputation point!]

During the time he was picking bamboo leaves and bamboo leaf cores, his reputation also increased by 5 points, reaching 127.

The video that instigated infighting among the dog demons has almost reached 2000 likes, but it doesn't have many followers.

After all, this kind of bizarre track should be very niche, and those attracted are a group of people who call themselves fellow Daoists or immortals just for fun.

When the three returned to the Chen family's residence and passed by the open space, the furnace that Chen Lin and his men had built already had a complete model.

Chen Han spotted a familiar figure – it was Mr. Zhao, who was curiously watching his uncle and the others build the furnace.

Zhao Kang also saw the three of them and asked curiously, "Patriarch Chen, we're bothering you again. What brings you here?"

Chen Han explained, "Recently, I studied ancient books within the clan and came up with a kind of bamboo leaf tea. I went to collect some bamboo leaves and bamboo leaf cores."

"Thunder Bamboo Spirit Tea?" Zhao Kang said in surprise.

He had already heard about this, and now that he heard the Chen family head mention ancient books, he became even more curious.

When Chen Han heard the other party accurately mention 'Thunder Bamboo Spirit Tea,' he knew it was his uncle who had mentioned it, so he simply nodded and said, 'I'll ask Mr. Zhao to taste it when the time comes.'

"Thank you, Patriarch Chen." Zhao Kang's eyes lit up immediately.

He subconsciously believed that the Chen family was not simple. Now, this Leizhu Spirit Tea, whether it was its name, its connection to inheritance, or its connection to ancient books, all seemed to have a full buff.

This piqued his curiosity even more.

Then, he remembered his business: "Patriarch Chen, I heard that your Chen family has a traditional medicinal cuisine, and I was immediately tempted to come here. I wonder if the Chen family still has any ingredients? I really want to try it."

Chen Han probably knew why Mr. Zhao had returned; he must have learned about the medicinal cuisine from Mr. Lin and his group, since Mr. Lin and his group had been recommended by Mr. Zhao.

Now that there is a stable source of dog demon meat, and the dog demon meat has a time limit, he also plans to sell one or two servings of medicinal cuisine every day. So, he said, "Mr. Zhao, you have come at a good time. Our Chen family has just obtained some more materials. We can sell you a bowl tomorrow, but the price is a bit expensive."

“I know, it’s 2 yuan a bowl, I can pay first,” Zhao Kang said hurriedly. He wasn’t afraid of the medicinal food being expensive, he was just afraid that the other party wouldn’t sell it to him.

His curiosity about this medicinal cuisine has now been completely piqued as well.

“Okay, Mr. Zhao, just register with my junior sister. We will prepare the medicinal meal tomorrow.” Chen Han nodded with a smile. After chatting with Mr. Zhao for a few more minutes, he took Uncle Big Dog and Uncle Shuisheng to his uncle’s yard. He found three bamboo trays and poured the collected bamboo leaves and bamboo leaf cores onto them, spreading them evenly.

Chen Han also took out his phone to take pictures of the bamboo leaves and cores: "Our patriarch and two experts from the clan have gone through many hardships to finally harvest the leaves and cores of the Thunder Bamboo. Now is the first step in refining Thunder Bamboo Spirit Tea. We need to use special spiritual tools to dissipate the Yin Thunder Water contained in the leaves and cores of the Thunder Bamboo."

Essentially, the process involves spreading the freshly picked bamboo leaves and leaf cores evenly in a well-ventilated area to allow the moisture to evaporate properly, softening the leaves and preparing them for subsequent stir-frying.

This should only take one night.

Chen Dagou and Chen Shuisheng still felt ashamed when they saw him come again.

Does Xiao Han really think the Chen family is a family that cultivates immortality?

However, Chen Dagou still asked curiously, "Xiao Han, is this Thunder Bamboo Spirit Tea you mentioned really reliable?"

Chen Han said with a smile, "Whether it's reliable or not, we have to try it first to know. If it succeeds, then our Chen family will definitely expand the Leizhu Spirit Tea business. At that time, the clan will definitely need to increase the number of jobs. Uncle Da Gou and Uncle Shui Sheng will be in charge, and we will recruit a few more people from the clan."

Upon hearing this news, Chen Dagou and Chen Shuisheng's eyes lit up immediately.

When the family first proposed developing the Chen family's ancient architectural complex for tourism, everyone agreed and supported it because success would create jobs and income for the family.

Moreover, they successfully applied for a tourism subsidy fund from the county to launch the Chen Family Ancient Architectural Complex tourism project. However, Xiao Han's parents died in a mudslide while traveling for the project.

However, tourism development at the Chen family's ancient building complex has been poor, and job opportunities are limited. People like Chen Lin are even working for low wages or for free. They all hope that tourism at the family's ancient building complex can be developed, creating more jobs for family members.

It would be best if we could bring back the young people who work outside.

After all, who wouldn't want their family to reunite and enjoy their grandchildren, instead of suffering the pain of separation, and even having their descendants unable to return home for holidays due to the need to make a living?

They were now more eager than anyone else for the success of the Thunder Bamboo Spirit Tea, and their gazes toward Chen Han had changed.

Previously, there was a sense of elders looking at younger generations, but now there is more respect.

Just then, Chen Han received a message from his junior sister: "Senior brother, Mr. Zhao contacted me and said that you agreed to sell him a medicinal diet, and you need to pay 2 yuan."

Upon seeing the message, he replied, "Yes, I just received some more materials. I can sell Mr. Zhao a copy tomorrow."

"Okay, I understand." Xiaoyu replied.

...

As darkness fell, Chen Han ate some hot porridge at his uncle's place again. After his uncle continued building the furnace, he returned to his room to rest.

Perhaps he had been too active today, because he started coughing violently as soon as he got to his room. It was the lung cancer cells acting up again, so he had to take some painkillers.

The side effects of painkillers are really unpleasant.

Just then, a knock came at the door. Seeing his junior sister standing outside in Hanfu, looking delicate and charming, he could only suppress his discomfort and force a smile: "Junior sister, it's you."

As Xiaoyu entered, she happily said, "Senior brother, the promotional video for that ancient building complex went very well. A lot of people booked tickets through the video, and a group of 13 people are coming tomorrow. People will also be coming in the following days, and we don't have enough staff to serve them." Chen Han knew that the video had the attributes of "ancient and rustic" and "visual appeal" of the sect's residence, which was why it attracted so many people.

With over 60 followers, his junior sister's large following had clearly attracted some attention. He was wondering when his own Chen family head account would also open a ticket booking link.

Fans follow and boost reputation, attracting people to play can make money. Demonstrations and special scenic wonders can also boost reputation.

This is truly making the most of your fans.

Regarding the shortage of service staff, Chen Han said, "We will recruit a few more from the clan, and temporarily raise the salaries of my uncles and others to the normal level. I believe things will gradually get better for our Chen clan."

Once the Leizhu Spirit Tea is produced, as long as it's promoted well, it will definitely sell well. We can't let my uncle and the others continue to be treated like half-paid, half-free beasts of burden.

He believes this is what his parents would like to see.

"Yes!" Xiaoyu nodded after hearing what her senior brother said. Even though it would increase the pressure, she was willing to work harder afterward to help her senior brother fulfill the last wishes of their master and mistress.

She also posted a message in the Chen family group: "Due to the increase in tourists, the salary for the existing positions will be increased to 3700 yuan per month. In addition, the clan will recruit 5 more service staff, with a starting salary of 3500 yuan per month. The salary will be increased after they have been familiar with the job for a month. The positions will be given to families in the clan that are currently in financial difficulty. I hope everyone can understand."

A monthly salary of 3500 yuan is the standard salary for scenic spots in Linhe County.

Although Xiaoyu is not a member of the Chen family, she still enjoys a high level of prestige within the Chen family.

Everyone could see how hard she worked, except for that young patriarch who was blind to her efforts.

As soon as she posted this message, the Chen family group chat immediately became lively.

This is definitely good news for the entire Chen family.

The Chen family is very united, and they immediately set aside five families who were in the most difficult circumstances.

Chen Han knew about the Chen family's situation; these five families were indeed the most difficult. He sent a message: "I have already registered them. Each family will be given one spot. Tomorrow, everyone should go to the visitor reception hall early to report to Xiaoyu."

With Chen Han set the tone as the family head, the family group chat became increasingly lively, with everyone discussing the ancient architectural complex tourism.

After all, compared to before, this time it seems there has really been some progress, and everyone hopes that the Chen family can get better and better.

Chen Dagou and Chen Shuisheng also saw the message in the group. They were the most looking forward to it, since Xiao Han had told them about the Thunder Bamboo Spirit Tea today.

Therefore, this Thunder Bamboo Spirit Tea must be a success!

in the room.

Xiaoyu looked at her senior brother with some admiration.

She felt that her senior brother was becoming more and more like a family head.

"What's wrong?" Chen Han noticed his junior sister's gaze and asked with a smile.

"I admire my senior brother a bit." Xiaoyu expressed her feelings without any reservations.

Chen Han was taken aback. Just as he was about to say something, he felt the side effects of the painkiller getting worse and worse, and the fatigue was overwhelming.

This left him with no energy to continue the conversation with his junior sister, so he deliberately asked, "Junior sister, do you like me?"

Xiaoyu's mouth dropped open, clearly not expecting her senior brother to ask such a direct question. Her face was full of embarrassment: "No... Senior brother, I'm going back to film the video."

After saying that, she hurriedly left the room.

Chen Han smiled upon seeing this; manipulating his junior sister was quite simple.

After closing the door, he collapsed onto the bed.

Xiaoyu's heart was still racing when she returned to her courtyard, but at that moment she felt a pang of regret.

Why were you being so stubborn just now?

If I confess to my senior that I like him, then maybe...

"Sigh!" Xiaoyu sighed, looked at the courtyard where she had set up the video, and simply set up her phone, picked up the sword and started filming.

Tonight, she channeled her grief and anger into strength, and her sword dance was exceptionally powerful.

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Visitor accommodation center.

After taking a shower, Zhao Kang planned to go to the three old elm trees to cool off. He remembered the wonderful feeling of feeling comfortable and breathing freely under those old elm trees.

When he went downstairs and saw Lin Nan and the others there, he asked, "Xiao Lin, are you going to cool off by the old elm tree?"

"An old elm tree?" Lin Nan and the others hadn't visited the ancient building complex today, so they naturally didn't know about the old elm tree. They even asked, "Uncle Zhao, doesn't the room have air conditioning? Wouldn't it be cooler there?"

Seeing that he didn't understand, Zhao Kang pretended to be mysterious and said, "Xiao Lin, those three old elm trees of the Chen family are different. They are ancient trees with spirits."

"???" Lin Nan was clearly stunned when he heard this.

Although I know the Chen family has some skills, and I can understand their medicinal cuisine, how come these ancient trees with spiritual energy have all appeared?
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