Jiang Hexi dragged her heavy suitcase to participate in the recording of a new round of farming variety show.
As soon as she got out of the car, all the cameras on site were pointed at her, and even the five guests turned to look at her.
Although she was unbeatable in the points-for-gifts program, reaching an unparalleled level, she still couldn't accept such grand treatment.
"Welcome back to Canglang Village, our six guests."
Director Chen followed the procedure smoothly: "Now, let's announce everyone's scores: Chu Yang 2,000 points, Chai Fei 2,000 points, Yu Xiangwan 2,000 points, Shen Yingyu 3,000 points, Yan Jie 5,000 points, and Jiang Hexi 12,000 points."
He emphasized one point: "Now ten points equal one yuan. The production team strictly prohibits bringing gifts, samples, or other non-cash purchases into the wooden building. Please all guests strictly abide by the rules."
Chu Yang brought a guitar, Chai Fei and Yu Xiangwan each brought two hundred yuan worth of snacks, Shen Yingyu carried a bicycle over, and Yan Jie brought a whole set of electric drill tools.
When it was Jiang Hexi's turn, her suitcase was full of books.
The five people who had gathered to watch the commotion dispersed after seeing the books.
What's with those expressions?
Jiang Hexi said unhappily, "These books are treasures I finally found. How can you be so ignorant about their value?"
She took out a book with green lettering and handed it to Director Chen:
"Director, here's a copy of the bestseller 'Mr. Toad Goes to See a Psychologist.' It's an introductory book on managing emotions. I hope that after reading it, you won't lose your temper so easily, as it's bad for your health."
Director Chen's temples bulged with veins. He looked down at the book, wishing he could poke a hole in the title page.
Chai Fei smiled, took the book, and shoved it directly into Director Chen's arms:
"Take it, this is a token of Xi-mei's goodwill, it would be impolite not to accept it."
Director Chen was forced to accept the book.
Jiang Hexi moved to the assistant director and said with utmost sincerity:
"Assistant Director, after reading this book, 'How to Deal with Your Boss,' you were the first person I thought of. This book is about how to see through the empty promises your boss makes, how to refuse unreasonable overtime, how to handle your boss's temper in the workplace, and how to become a winner in life."
Ignoring Director Chen's expression, the assistant director took the book on the spot and repeatedly expressed his gratitude, saying, "Xi-mei, thank you."
Jiang Hexi went back into her suitcase and pulled out five books. Upon seeing this, the five guests next to her all took a step back.
"What kind of reaction is this? We're all on the same side, would I betray you?"
She forcefully shoved the books she was holding into everyone's hands:
Chai Fei flipped to the cover and saw the huge title: "Grooming, Gossip, and the Evolution of Language".
Yu Xiangwan, a seasoned foodie, somehow ended up with a book titled "I Drank Pufferfish Soup Yesterday".
Shen Yingyu received a copy of "What Will You Use to Support Yourself Tomorrow?", which he suspected was a malicious curse upon him.
Yan Jie looked at the book "Don't Be Too Clever" in his hand and unconsciously tensed his jaw.
Just as the group was about to confront Jiang Hexi, she showed them the book in her hand and asked, "Are you sure you want to exchange it?"
The four of them fell silent.
Chu Yang was curious about what kind of book could be so devastating. The moment he saw the title, he was completely dumbfounded and almost burst into tears:
"Sis, how can we bring this up in public?"
"Didn't you see I was blocking those two camera positions?"
Jiang Hexi calmed him down, "The four of them saw the cover, so the live stream camera was useless. Quickly put it away so the cameraman doesn't film it."
Chu Yang quickly grabbed the book, clutching the cover tightly, and asked, "Sister, is it useful?"
Jiang Hexi avoided the camera and said, "My grandfather is just that kind of person."
The viewers in the live stream instantly transformed into Sherlock Holmes, speculating about what the book might be.
[Xi Mei said her grandfather is just that good, and since it's something that can't be discussed openly, it must be some kind of hidden illness.]
Men's unspoken troubles are really just a few.
[Some netizens have already taken screenshots of the live stream and are zooming in frame by frame on the back of the book. The answer should be found soon.]
The back of the book shows the publisher as Medical Publishing House. Based on comparison, it can be confirmed that the book is "Self-Diagnosis and Comprehensive Care of Hemorrhoids"!
[The Crouching Dragon and the Young Phoenix thought they could deceive everyone, little did they know they'd be stripped bare in no time!]
No wonder Yama and the others all looked utterly poisoned when they saw this book.
Director Chen entered the living room, and as usual, took out a stack of bills, speaking in a businesslike manner:
"Now we will proceed with the accounting."
"Let's start with the outstanding debts. The rent, utilities, and living expenses totaled 5,762. The nanny's expenses were 2,100. The cost of hiring staff at the free-range chicken farm was 4,400. Uncle Zhong's salary was 9,000. The drone rental fee was 6,000. That's the total amount owed."
"As for the profitable projects, the revenue from the free-range chicken farm, the profit from the peaches, and the total revenue from the banquet and camping base, minus the current debt, is the net profit."
All six people present felt a surge of pride and satisfaction.
Jiang Hexi was only concerned about one thing at the moment: "Dayu, after the wheat harvest, will we be able to repay the huge debt we owe?"
After some calculations on paper, Shen Yingyu concluded: "As long as the wheat harvest is good, we can barely pay off our million-dollar debt."
All six of them clapped enthusiastically.
Yu Xiangwan suggested, "Everyone worked hard preparing for the banquet, so why don't we use some of our spare money to treat ourselves? Everyone writes down what they want to buy on a piece of paper, and we'll vote on it. The top three with the most votes will have their bills paid from the public account."
All five people agreed without objection, and the decision was passed unanimously.
"You've only made a little money, and you're already thinking about spending it on enjoyment?"
Director Chen stepped forward and yelled, "If you really think you have too much money, then pay me back part of the debt first."
None of the six people present responded to him.
Everyone wrote down what they wanted on the whiteboard.
Following the seating order on the sofa, Yan Jie was the first to show his whiteboard: "I want to buy an agricultural drone to spray pesticides on wheat."
Shen Yingyu nodded in agreement: "Approximately how much will it cost?"
Are you asking about the model I like?
Yan Jie shamelessly declared, "160,000."
All five people looked at him with hostility.
Jiang Hexi stepped in to negotiate, saying, "Who asked you what your preferred price was? Just tell me how much the cheapest model is?"
Yan Jie: "Sixty thousand."
Jiang Hexi continued to haggle: "What about secondhand?"
Yan Jie, unable to contain himself any longer, said, "Twenty-three thousand."
"Now we will hold a vote by raising hands. Those who agree with Yan Wang's purchase of the cheap second-hand agricultural drone, please raise your hands."
After scanning everyone's faces, Jiang Hexi announced the results directly: "Yan Wang's drone received zero votes, so it's directly PASSed."
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