The sky collapsed, and in the blink of an eye, I found myself transported to Nanluoguxiang.

After a few rounds of drinks, most of the dishes on the table had been eaten, and six or seven empty wine bottles were scattered on the ground.

The people at the table rubbed their bellies, their faces glowing.

Li Huaide put down his chopsticks and looked at Station Chief Zhao with a hint of anticipation: "Old Zhao, I forgot to ask earlier, how long will it take before Kaixin is featured in the newspaper on her own? We can promote it in the future."

Upon hearing the words "in the newspaper," Zhang Bohai and Wang Enlong, who were standing nearby, could not hide their shock.

They couldn't help but envy Li Kaixin. If it were them, let alone anything else, climbing another step up in the steel rolling mill would be a piece of cake.

But he was even more puzzled. What did it have to do with their steel mill if Li Kaixin was the one who made it into the newspaper?

"Old Li, this matter can't be rushed."

Station Chief Zhao smiled broadly, then slowly continued, "I asked Secretary Liu for his opinion, and he said we'll have to wait a few more days. The higher-ups plan to make a big splash and set a good example."

"I see!" Li Huaide's smile deepened. "It seems I was a bit too hasty. I'll punish myself with a drink."

"Together, together!" Station Master Zhao smiled and picked up his cup.

Upon hearing this, everyone raised their glasses.

As everyone downed another glass of wine, their faces became even more flushed.

Li Huaide then looked at Li Kaixin, his tone warm: "Kaixin, once this matter of you being in the newspaper is settled, your father's reward from our steel rolling mill will definitely be substantial. He'll certainly be among the factory's outstanding workers this year."

At this point, Wang Enlong and Zhang Bohai also realized that Li Kaixin's father worked at the steel rolling mill. With this connection, the steel rolling mill could naturally benefit from it and promote it.

"Uncle Li, then on behalf of my father, I'd like to thank you and the factory leaders for your support." Li Kaixin chuckled and accepted the compliment, then refilled his glass. "I'd like to toast you all."

After saying that, he drank the wine in his glass in one gulp.

"Great job, you can hold your liquor!" Li Huaide's face was full of praise, then he looked around at the others, "We can't fall behind."

Seeing this, everyone laughed and drank another round.

After putting down his wine glass, Li Huaide, seeing that the serious business was over, started chatting about family matters.

He first looked at Director Xie, his face teasing: "Old Xie, your alcohol tolerance has improved today! Usually, you'd be passed out on the table by now."

"Yeah! Old Xie, I didn't even notice just now. How come you can drink so much today?" Station Chief Zhao chimed in.

He realized that Lao Xie was really different today; he hadn't been knocked down yet.

"No way! I have to thank Kaixin for those two pills. I feel like I've become several years younger after taking them these past few days," Director Xie blurted out without thinking.

His alcohol tolerance is limited, and although he's taken health supplements to improve it, he's still a bit out of it.

"Well, Lao Xie, I was wondering why you were so secretive when you brought me medicine last time. Turns out you got something good again and didn't tell me!"

Station Chief Zhao perked up immediately upon hearing this, and without caring that Li Huaide was still standing next to him, he jokingly stretched out his hand: "Are there any more? Give me one to try too."

Although Li Huaide was a little confused, judging from Lao Zhao's reaction and Lao Xie's current state, he knew it must be something good.

He quickly stepped forward as well: "Old Xie, don't forget me."

Under their intense gazes, Director Xie's mind cleared considerably. He shrugged and said, "That's all, really. Kaixin only gave me two pills, just to let me try them out."

Then, changing the subject, she passed the buck: "If you want it, why don't you ask Kaixin if they still have any?"

Station Chief Zhao and Li Huaide immediately turned their gazes to Li Kaixin.

The moment Director Xie finished speaking, Li Kaixin's heart skipped a beat, and he simply pretended to slump over the table.

"Stop pretending, Kaixin. Do you think I don't know how much you can drink?" Station Chief Zhao laughed and patted him on the shoulder.

"I...I'm just a little sleepy, I'll take a nap." Li Kaixin sat up, a smile on her face as if she'd been caught out, then immediately changed the subject: "Station Chief, how did you know I have a high alcohol tolerance?"

Those present were all seasoned veterans; they could easily tell that Li Kaixin was trying to change the subject, and they all looked at him with ambiguous smiles.

"Kaixin, don't worry about how I know, just tell me if there's any more of that kind of medicine your Uncle Zhao can take." Station Chief Zhao ignored his question and pressed on.

Seeing this, Li Kaixin knew that he would have to bleed a little this time. He reached into his pocket and took out a small medicine bottle containing five pills from the secret realm space: "These are all I can offer."

Station Chief Zhao looked at the bottle, somewhat incredulous: "Just this much? You didn't hide anything?"

"Stationmaster, is that all? This is much more precious than the previous kidney tonics; it contains ginseng that's over fifty years old," Li Kaixin quickly explained.

Hearing Li Kaixin say this, Station Chief Zhao nodded: "Okay, Kaixin, how much is this medicine? I'll deliver it to you tomorrow."

As he spoke, he reached for the medicine bottle in his pocket.

"Hey! Old Zhao, you can't keep this to yourself!" Li Huaide immediately chimed in.

Director Xie chimed in, "Yes, stationmaster, everyone who sees it gets a share."

Upon hearing this, Station Chief Zhao raised his eyebrows: "I can understand Old Li coming to ask for it, but Old Xie, didn't you already eat? Why are you getting involved?"

"Stationmaster, you can't say that," Director Xie chuckled, rubbing his hands together. "I just finished eating! Good food, who would complain about having too much?"

The atmosphere became tense for a moment, with the three of them exchanging words and refusing to give in.

Only Zhang Bohai and Wang Enlong stood by, not daring to reach out, just watching longingly, their throats involuntarily bobbing.

Seeing this, Li Kaixin had no choice but to try and smooth things over again: "How about everyone here gets one? I won't take the money."

The three immediately stopped arguing. Station Chief Zhao looked at the medicine bottle in his hand and relented, "Alright, you two stop arguing. Just do as Kaixin said, one pill each."

As he spoke, he poured the pills out of the bottle.

Besides Li Kaixin, he placed one in the palm of everyone present.

Zhang Bohai and Wang Enlong were both surprised and delighted to find that they also received a share, and thanked them repeatedly as they took it.

After distributing the pills to everyone, Station Chief Zhao swallowed the pill in his hand without hesitation.

Li Huaide looked at the medicine in his palm and hesitated, "Kaixin, are there any dietary restrictions associated with this medicine?"

Although he had argued quite enthusiastically earlier, when it came time to actually eat it, he couldn't help but feel a little apprehensive.

"Old Li, if you don't dare to eat it, give it to me."

Station Master Zhao noticed his hesitation and added, "Kaixin's medical skills have been verified at our transportation station. This time, the news story is also related to his skills."

"Who said I wouldn't dare to eat it? I was just asking if I could eat it after drinking alcohol." Li Huaide said, and without further hesitation, swallowed the medicine.

Seeing this, Station Chief Zhao didn't say anything more; he had just been giving Old Li a heads-up.

Afterwards, the people at the table chatted for a few more minutes, and once they had sobered up a bit, they all went home.