Chapter 219 Ao Family Village
Just in time, Tang Manjing was also in B City, so she quickly joined them.
Originally, Zhang Mo's opinion was that Yan Hui should go, since she didn't know what would happen.
However, Tang Manjing insisted on going along.
A web novelist without curiosity is not a good screenwriter.
Tang Manjing said confidently, "Don't worry, I can protect myself. I don't need you to take care of me."
Moreover, besides being a bystander, I have other important tasks.
This time, I'm determined to gather all the information I've seen and heard, compile it into a document with pictures and text, and then file a full complaint with the tourism bureau, giving them a good talking-to about their false advertising!
Zhang Mo: "".
Seeing Tang Manjing's high spirits, Zhang Mo had no choice but to agree.
And so, Zhang Mo, Jiu Xuan, Zhang Youxuan, Su Yutang, Tang Manjing, and Yan Hui—a group of three people with very complicated backgrounds, one fox, and two ghosts—bought four tickets and boarded a plane to the south.
On the way, Su Yutang and Tang Manjing, both from wealthy families, found they had a lot in common.
The two female ghosts, Zhang Youxuan and Yan Hui, were chatting and laughing.
Zhang Youxuan: "Wow, sister, why are you surrounded by golden light?"
Yan Hui: "You'll get what you deserve if you do a lot of good deeds. By the way, how many years have you been dead?"
Only Jiu Xuan remained unusually silent. She leaned back in her seat, gazing at the ever-changing clouds outside the window, her brows furrowed slightly, her eyes filled with worry.
Zhang Mo comforted him gently, "Alright, don't worry. I've already sent Jiang Mian with Jiang Rong from W City. Even if Long Xi is really injured, our Divine Doctor Jiang will definitely have a way."
Jiu Xuan then smiled slightly: "Then I'll thank the boss in advance on behalf of Long Xi."
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Upon arriving at the airport, we rented a car first.
There is almost no public transportation to Aojia Village; you can only get there by car.
The car sped along the winding road for two hours before finally catching sight of Aojia Village.
Before even entering the village, you could smell the "smell of money".
At the entrance of the village stands a large sign, reflecting the sunlight, clearly displaying the ticket price: 188 yuan.
Moreover, the ticket only allows entry once. If you leave and want to come back in, you have to pay again.
When Tang Manjing saw the price, her eyes widened and she almost jumped up: "??? 188? When I came here during my freshman year, it was only 30. How come the price has increased so much?"
At the village entrance stood many hesitant young people, their brows furrowed and faces filled with conflict. Clearly, they were debating whether or not to buy such expensive tickets.
But the problem is, this place is so far away, and it would be such a waste to just go back after coming all this way...
They looked at each other, their eyes filled with helplessness and struggle.
Zhang Mo also felt that the price was outrageous, but there was nothing she could do because Long Xi's location was within the village's boundaries, and if she wanted to find her, she had to pay the entrance fee.
Fortunately, they only needed to buy four tickets.
188×4=752. Tang Manjing had just paid the bill when a staff member with a local accent came up and directed them to park their car in the parking lot.
Zhang Mo parked her car as instructed by the staff before noticing the toll sign.
It costs 10 yuan per hour, with no upper limit.
Zhang Mo: "......"
This is outrageous; the price is even higher than parking fees in some major city's prime commercial areas.
She may be rich, but it's still very unpleasant to treat her like a sucker and rip her off.
Looking around, the parking lot was full of vehicles. Clearly, many tourists, like them, had no choice but to accept the high parking costs.
Stepping out of the parking lot, you're immediately greeted by that familiar commercial atmosphere. Small shops line the streets, one after another, and upon closer inspection, the prices are shockingly high.
A bottle of ordinary mineral water that sells for only 2 yuan outside costs as much as 8 yuan here; even the simplest snacks are almost 3 times more expensive than outside.
There are also some shops with signs that read "Longevity and Wellness Center," the purpose of which is self-evident.
Yan Hui floated behind the crowd, letting out a soft sigh, her eyes filled with disappointment and regret. She never imagined that the village she once loved with her life would become like this, permeated with the smell of money, its former tranquility and beauty long gone without a trace.
Tang Manjing noticed Yan Hui's sadness and quickly said, "Oh, it's a tourist area, so it's normal for prices to be a bit higher. When you're out having fun, try to be happy. How about something cold? It's so hot here!"
So, everyone randomly picked a nicely decorated cold drink shop on the roadside and sat down.
We ordered four ridiculously expensive ice creams and started communicating on our phones.
Zhang Mo: Looking at the map, it should be in the mountains to the southeast.
Su Yutang: Let's go tonight, there are too many people now.
Tang Manjing: Then I'll book two rooms first.
Jiu Xuan: Three rooms.
Zhang Mo: Yes, three rooms. Our medical staff will be here soon.
Tang Manjing: Okay.
As they were talking, Zhang Mo caught a glimpse of a group of people walking together in a lively procession not far away.
Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be a male tour guide, leading a group of elderly people with white hair with a beaming smile. The tour guide stood tall and straight, wearing a crisply pressed business suit, with a small megaphone hanging around his neck. His voice was loud and powerful, seemingly possessing a natural appeal: "Uncles and aunties, don't be scared off by the prices in our village!"
You are all incredibly loyal customers of our company. This trip is a special way for the company to give back to you all and help you relax. Everything – food, drinks, accommodation, and transportation – is covered by the company. So just relax, have fun, and enjoy yourselves!
Hearing this, the tense expressions on the faces of the elderly people subsided somewhat.
The tour guide continued vividly, "Uncles and aunts, this is a famous longevity village! Look at this village, the mountains and rivers are beautiful, and the air is filled with the scent of health."
As you saw the inscription on the monument when you entered, it is said that the souls of that young couple still protect this village.
That's what makes this place so unique.
According to statistics, many elderly people in the village easily live to be over 100 years old, are very healthy, and can still work in the fields every day, easily carrying loads of 100-200 pounds!
His voice was melodious and infectious. After he finished speaking, he exaggeratedly made a carrying motion, which made the old people burst into laughter. They all took deep breaths and their faces were full of anticipation.
"Wait a minute, we're going to a special lecture. The village's centenarians will be sharing their secrets to longevity—it's a rare opportunity!" The tour guide lowered her voice, speaking mysteriously, "Uncles and aunties, you'd better listen carefully. If the elders share some amazing traditional Chinese medicine, you absolutely must seize the chance. Those are all herbs grown by the villagers themselves, purely natural and pollution-free—you won't find anything this good anywhere else! Taking these herbs will guarantee you better and better health, and living to 120 won't be a problem!"
"Yes, yes, all-natural products are the best."
“My husband needs it.”
"Then I must buy some supplements for my son."
The group walked away noisily.
Inside the ice cream shop, Zhang Mo bit into a piece of ice and thought to herself: This tactic seems familiar.
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