Er Gou, life in the countryside is so carefree!

That night, Chen Ergou slept soundly.

Although I finalized the land reclamation arrangements with Wang Cuihua last night, which took until late into the night, the physique I gained from cultivating the "Dragon King Technique" is truly extraordinary.

At the crack of dawn, just as the rooster crowed its first crow, Chen Ergou jumped out of bed. Stretching, his joints cracked and popped like popping beans. Far from feeling tired, the internal energy in his dantian was even stronger and circulated more smoothly.

"This technique is indeed profound; the more I practice, the more energetic I feel." Chen Ergou chuckled, turned around, went to the yard, drew a bucket of well water, and poured it over himself from head to toe. The icy well water made him shiver, but it also completely dispelled the lingering drowsiness, leaving him feeling refreshed.

Sister-in-law Zhang Qiaofen got up early and was busy preparing breakfast at the stove. Seeing Chen Ergou shirtless taking a shower in the yard, his strong muscles glistening with water droplets in the morning light, Zhang Qiaofen blushed slightly and quickly looked away, calling out gently, "Ergou, quickly dry yourself off and change your clothes. The food is warming in the pot. Eat before you go."

"I'm not eating, sister-in-law! I have important business to attend to today and need to go to town!" Chen Ergou wiped his face, went back to his room to change into a clean white shirt, paired with neat camouflage pants and cloth shoes, looking very energetic.

He hurried into the greenhouse, carefully selected ten of the best-looking "Jade Dragon Melons," wrapped them gently in newspaper, and put them into the red, white, and blue snakeskin bag. These Jade Dragon Melons were his prized creations and his trump card for this trip to the city, where he planned to break into the circles of the wealthy and expand his sales channels.

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Luyuan Agricultural Products Company in the county town.

As one of the leading agricultural enterprises in the county, Luyuan Company's office building is quite impressive, with two uniformed security guards standing at the entrance. In the past, someone like Chen Ergou, riding a dilapidated tricycle and carrying a snakeskin bag, wouldn't even be able to get through the gate. But things are different now. Last time, he helped Zhou Caixia get rid of the trouble caused by thugs and provided her with excellent quality vegetables, so he has long since become Luyuan Company's "special partner."

Upon seeing that it was Chen Ergou, the security guard immediately dropped his usual seriousness, plastered a warm smile on his face, and even took two steps forward: "Brother Chen is here! President Zhou is upstairs. He specifically instructed that you can go straight up without announcing yourself!"

Chen Ergou tossed a cigarette to each of the two security guards, nodded with a smile, picked up the conspicuous snakeskin bag, swaggered into the office building, and pressed the elevator button for the top floor.

Top floor, General Manager's office. The door was ajar, and the sound of a pen tapping on the desk could be heard from inside, carrying a hint of irritation.

Chen Ergou raised his hand and knocked on the door, calling out, "Sister Caixia, I'm here."

"Come in." Zhou Caixia's slightly tired voice came from inside the house.

Chen Ergou pushed open the door and entered, only to see Zhou Caixia behind her desk, frowning at a pile of documents. Today, she was wearing a burgundy business suit that accentuated her capable figure; the neat neckline exuded the professional demeanor of a strong woman. She wore flesh-colored stockings and high heels, her brows slightly furrowed, and her pen tapped rhythmically on the table, clearly troubled by a work problem.

"Who told you to come without knocking..." Zhou Caixia didn't even look up, habitually uttering half a sentence. But upon seeing that it was Chen Ergou, her tone instantly changed. Her brows relaxed, and a smile appeared in her eyes. "Ergou? What brings you here?"

She tossed her pen aside, stood up, and walked around the desk, a faint, elegant scent of perfume wafting towards me. "You've been gone for several days. I thought you were busy with the greenhouses in the village and couldn't get away."

"I was busy preparing things for you, wasn't I?" Chen Ergou grinned as he placed the snakeskin bag on the leather sofa next to him, plopped down, and got straight to the point. "I just grew a batch of good stuff, and I brought it to you as soon as possible."

"Good stuff?" Zhou Caixia looked at the dirty snakeskin bag suspiciously, and curled her lip. "What good stuff can this tattered bag hold? It's probably just some ordinary vegetables from your field again, isn't it? Although the vegetables you grow are of good quality, the company's regular supply has been enough lately."

"Ordinary vegetables? That's a thing of the past." Chen Ergou smiled mysteriously, reaching into his snakeskin bag and rummaging around. "What I brought this time is a treasure that will take your agricultural products company to the next level. I guarantee you'll be amazed when you see it."

As he spoke, he took out a jade dragon gourd carefully wrapped in newspaper. As the newspaper was peeled back layer by layer, the translucent, jade-green gourd was revealed, shimmering with a warm and captivating luster under the office's crystal chandelier. A crisp, sweet fragrance instantly filled the entire office, refreshing and natural, suppressing even the faint scent of perfume in the air.

"This...this is a cucumber?" Zhou Caixia, who started out in the agricultural products business, had a sharp eye and recognized the type at a glance. However, she was so amazed by its exceptional appearance that her eyes widened. She quickly stepped forward, her tone full of disbelief, "This is just too amazing! It's like a jade carving, and it even has such a strong, refreshing fragrance!"

She reached out, wanting to touch it carefully but afraid of damaging it, her movements were extremely cautious: "How did you grow this melon? Its quality is several times better than the best organic cucumbers on the market!"

"This is called Jade Dragon Cucumber, a new variety I specially cultivated." Chen Ergou smiled proudly and handed the cucumber to her. "Just looking at it isn't enough; you have to taste it to know its wonders. This cucumber not only tastes good but also has a subtle sweetness. Most importantly, eating it regularly can beautify the skin, nourish the body, and regulate health, making it especially popular among women and health-conscious individuals."

"Is it really that amazing?" Zhou Caixia was skeptical. She picked up a disposable glove from the table, put it on, and gently broke off a small piece and put it in her mouth.

"Crunch!" After a crisp sound, the juicy flesh bursts in your mouth, and the refreshing sweetness instantly fills your taste buds. There's none of the astringency of ordinary cucumbers; the texture is crisp, tender, and delicate. After swallowing, you can feel a faint warmth sliding down your throat, leaving you feeling completely comfortable.

Zhou Caixia's eyes lit up instantly, her face full of surprise: "Delicious! So delicious! The texture and flavor are absolutely top-notch! If your claims about its beauty and health benefits are true, this melon could definitely fetch a high price!"

Having worked in the agricultural products industry for many years, she immediately recognized the market potential of the Jade Dragon Melon. Her initial agitation vanished, and her tone became urgent: "Ergou, how many did you bring this time? I want them all! No, I want to sign a long-term supply contract with you! I'll buy as many as you have!"

"Don't rush, Sister Caixia." Chen Ergou waved his hand and said slowly, "I only brought ten this time, mainly for you to try and see the market reaction. I plan to first promote this jade dragon gourd to the high-end market, such as star-rated hotels and high-end health clubs, to build up its reputation before supplying it in bulk."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Caixia calmed down and thought about it carefully before nodding in agreement: "You're right. This kind of quality product really can't be sold like ordinary vegetables. It only has value in the high-end market." She looked at Chen Ergou with admiration in her eyes, "I didn't expect you to not only know how to farm, but also understand market operations. Tell me, what can I help you with? Luyuan has resources in high-end channels in the county and even the city. I can help you connect with them."

"That's exactly why I came to you," Chen Ergou smiled. "I know Luyuan's strength and want to cooperate with you to promote this jade dragon melon. You'll be responsible for connecting with channels and expanding the market, while I'll be responsible for ensuring a stable supply. We'll split the profits proportionally."

"No problem!" Zhou Caixia agreed without hesitation, picking up a pen from the table. "We can draft a letter of intent right now. I guarantee this jade dragon gourd will be a huge hit, and we'll both make a fortune!"