However, he's become famous for donating money these past few days, and many people want to meet him. But Li Baolong doesn't care about any of that; he and Honghong have already boarded a plane to the Western Regions.

After a long and bumpy day of travel and connecting flights, the two arrived in Korla City, where they rested for a day. They took Honghong to see the desert poplars and eat local grilled fish made from red willow branches. As Li Baolong looked at the poplars and ate the fish, he remembered catching fish with Ajun when he was a child. He said to Honghong, "Let's go see Ajun tomorrow and see if he needs any help."

Now, transportation is convenient, with newly paved asphalt roads everywhere. The next day, the two arrived at Li Baolong's hometown, a small town in Lop Nur. Upon entering the town, a sense of familiarity washed over them; the villagers were still as simple and kind as ever. Li Baolong walked along the road with Honghong, whose fashionable attire attracted many glances. They walked to the place where Li Baolong used to live. Looking at the mottled walls, the blurred graffiti from his childhood, and the hazy memories, Li Baolong felt a mix of emotions and stood there for more than ten minutes without moving. Later, he took Honghong to a snack shop, where they each ate a bowl of liangpi (cold skin noodles). Honghong gave it a thumbs up: "This liangpi is sour and spicy, so delicious!"

In town, Li Baolong hired a Xiali taxi and took Honghong to find Ajun. After searching several places, they finally found Ajun and a woman at a flower shop in the county town, the two of them busy at work. It was the only flower shop in the county town, and while business wasn't booming, it was never slow. Seeing someone come in, Ajun immediately asked, "Buying some flowers? We don't have fresh flowers, only potted plants." Li Baolong smiled and called out, "Ajun, I need a fishing net to hook fish." Hearing the voice, Ajun looked up sharply, saw Li Baolong, and excitedly shouted, "You're back! How have you been these past two years? I was thinking of going to Chengdu for my destination wedding next year and stopping by to see you."

Li Baolong patted him on the shoulder: "The car's at the door, let's go eat first." The four of them went to a local barbecue restaurant, where Li Baolong ordered a huge table of food. The four of them ate meat and drank beer with gusto. Honghong ate and laughed: "I've never felt this way before." Ajun was in a good mood tonight and drank a few more glasses. He pulled Li Baolong aside and talked on and on about how he had worked hard over the years, and now he had a family, a small shop, and a stable life. He was quite content.

Li Baolong tried to persuade him, "Ajun, come work for me, I guarantee you'll become a billionaire." Ajun shook his head, "I don't have that ability. I only graduated from junior high school, I have no family or connections, and I only earn a couple thousand a month, which is enough for me." Li Baolong didn't force him and patted him, "Okay, we'll talk about it tomorrow. Go home and rest first." That night, Li Baolong and Honghong stayed at the most luxurious hotel in the county. Li Baolong looked at the starry sky, trying to find the star he had talked about as a child that belonged to him.

The next morning, Li Baolong and Honghong had just finished washing up when Ajun called to say breakfast was ready. The two went downstairs and had a bowl of milk tea and a few baked buns with Ajun. Ajun didn't have a car and was still renting; starting a business was tough. Li Baolong rented the same Xiali from yesterday; the driver knew the roads well and was skilled. They planned to go fishing by the river today, to recapture the feeling of the past. The three bought fishing rods and nets, and Honghong also bought bags of fruit and snacks.

Upon reaching the river, the water was crystal clear. Li Baolong, familiar with the area, led the fishing net into the river. Ajun started a fire and boiled water, working together seamlessly. In less than an hour, the net was laden with fish, weighing at least seven or eight pounds. Honghong worked quickly, washing and stewing the fish. The three of them fished and drank beer until sunset before heading home.

When they dragged their tired bodies back to the hotel, Li Baolong turned to Ajun with an excited look on his face and said decisively, "Ajun, you have to come with me to Urumqi tomorrow to buy a new car!" Upon hearing this, Ajun looked troubled, secretly thinking that if he went out, the flower shop's business would probably be greatly affected. However, faced with Li Baolong's enthusiastic invitation, he couldn't refuse directly, so he could only reluctantly nod in agreement.

Li Baolong seemed to sense Ajun's concerns. He gently patted Ajun's shoulder and comforted him, "Don't worry, brother! Let's get some rest. We'll set off early tomorrow morning and I promise you a big surprise!" Hearing this, Ajun's anxious heart calmed down a little.

The next morning, as dawn broke, Li Baolong, Ajun, and another companion packed their bags and headed to the station. After a long and arduous journey, first by long-distance bus and then by plane, enduring a full day of travel, they finally arrived at their destination—Urumqi—as night fell.

Upon arriving in Urumqi, Li Baolong didn't hesitate to stay at the Hyde Hotel, generously booking two luxurious presidential suites for everyone to rest. After a short rest, he also meticulously arranged an incredibly lavish barbecue feast. The table was laden with various delicious grilled meat skewers, chicken wings, grilled fish, and other delicacies, their aroma filling the air and making mouths water. The three of them feasted heartily, thoroughly enjoying the satisfaction brought by this delicious meal.

The day after their hearty meal, after breakfast, the three eagerly took a taxi straight to the largest Toyota dealership in the area. Upon entering, Li Baolong's eyes were immediately drawn to a brand-new Land Cruiser 4000 in the center of the showroom. The model boasted sharp, flowing lines and an imposing appearance, especially its unique military green body, which made it stand out. Without hesitation, Li Baolong decided to buy the car on the spot. Although it was a popular model and the color was scarce, requiring an extra 100,000 yuan, this was no problem for the wealthy Li Baolong. He casually pulled out his bank card and effortlessly swiped it for 1.1 million yuan, successfully completing the purchase.

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