Inheriting a Farm Made Me an Internet Sensation - Chapter 39

These words did not dispel the doubts in Lin Muhan’s heart. Seeing the self-reproach and regret in Xiao Ran’s eyes, she immediately pulled out a smile: “I was just thinking about something else just now; don’t take it to heart.”

Xiao Ran was half-doubting, peering at her for a good while. Seeing that she had returned to her normal state, she finally revealed a smile again.

“The second floor is the New Media Room. Sister Lin, do you want to go up and wait?” Xiao Ran asked, pointing upstairs.

Lin Muhan stopped her pace and shook her head: “No need, I’ll just wait here.”

“Then I’ll keep you company.” Xiao Ran took out her phone to check the time and muttered, “Strange, logically it should be over by now.” She craned her neck, looking around left and right. “How come not a single person has come out yet?”

“Maybe they are exchanging ideas,” Lin Muhan guessed. At the same time, a touch of pride welled up in her heart.

The fact that the seminar had ended but no one had come out yet showed how curious and serious everyone was about the topic Tan Xiao had presented.

However, with so many eyes and ears around, if word of today’s events reached the ears of those people currently eating cake, they would likely take action early.

Tan Xiao, who was still in the New Media Room upstairs, was unaware of the worries in Lin Muhan’s heart. She was currently engaged in discussions with the experts and professors present.

These back-and-forth exchanges provided her with some direction, making her feel even more confident about the path ahead.

“So, your ultimate philosophy is to create a pure ecological planting system, so that everyone can eat fruits and vegetables without pesticide residues,” a white-haired professor said, stroking his chin.

As soon as these words landed, they sparked whispered discussions among those present.

Undoubtedly, from an academic perspective, this could indeed advance the country’s agricultural development and improve its international status in agriculture.

Tan Xiao did not hide it and nodded slightly: “This has always been my goal, and I am currently striving toward it.”

“Achieving this won’t be easy. My suggestion is still to form a professional team,” a middle-aged expert chimed in.

Everyone agreed with this proposal; the strength of one person is always limited.

“How about this: as long as you find them suitable, you can pick whoever you want from our South University College of Agriculture.”

“Peking University is the same.”

The professors responded one after another, as everyone saw the prospects of this research topic.

“Thank you for your kindness, professors. If there is a need, I certainly won’t be polite with you all,” Tan Xiao said gratefully. In fact, Professor Wu had also mentioned the matter of forming a team. At that time, she had put forward two requirements: first, they must be professionally outstanding, and second, they must have a powerful family background.

Most students who chose to study at the College of Agriculture were those who fell short on their scores but still wanted to attend a first-tier university; only a very small portion were there because they truly loved agriculture.

Within that very small portion, finding someone with a powerful family background was truly too difficult.

At the very least, Binhai Agricultural College could not find a single such person yet.

Professor Wu perhaps understood her meaning, so he didn’t mention the matter again later, only saying that if such a person appeared, he would definitely send them over.

“I heard your farm is nearby. Is it convenient to take us for a visit?” the white-haired professor from earlier asked.

Tan Xiao had no reason to refuse and nodded with a smile.

And so, this scene occurred: she and Professor Wu walked in front leading the way, followed by a long string of professors, students, and experts.

Lin Muhan, who had been waiting downstairs, immediately stepped forward when she saw her. After taking two steps, she saw the crowd behind Tan Xiao and instantly pulled her leg back, her face flushing slightly.

She had wanted to appear as Tan Xiao’s girlfriend, but she hadn’t expected there to be so many people.

No matter how calm she usually was, when facing so many gazes being cast her way, she still felt a bit flustered and embarrassed.

Compared to her discomfort, Tan Xiao appeared much more composed. She walked naturally to her side and took the initiative to hold her hand.

This gesture was even more direct than an introduction; even the students walking at the very back now knew of her relationship with Tan Xiao.

Lin Muhan forced a smile and bowed her head slightly as a greeting.

Fortunately, this group was older and not like that “old naughty boy” Professor Wu, which kept her from being too nervous.

However, this didn’t stop her from shooting Tan Xiao a glare. If she had known earlier that Tan Xiao was going to lead such a large group to the farm, she wouldn’t have come here to make a fool of herself.

Indeed, even during the last court session with Huatai, she hadn’t felt she was making a fool of herself. Thanks to Tan Xiao, she was experiencing for the first time in her life what it felt like to be publicly embarrassed.

Tan Xiao looked extremely innocent, but she only dared to think it in her heart. If everyone knew she was afraid of Muhan, her reputation would be gone—even though Muhan would always save face for her in front of others.

Since no one intended to drive, Lin Muhan and Tan Xiao could only accompany them.

It was half an hour later by the time they arrived at the experimental greenhouse on foot.

Although there were many people, everyone present was a professional, so Tan Xiao wasn’t worried they would step on her vegetables.

Some found the greenhouse too crowded, so they teamed up to wander around the farm. Whenever they encountered different varieties of vegetables, they would stop to look and comment.

Lin Muhan had already anticipated that everyone wouldn’t disperse so quickly and that they were all interested in the crops in the field. She took charge and had Chen Cuihua harvest eight or nine varieties of vegetables, then called over Song Qinlan, who was cooking, so that everyone could taste the difference between the vegetables from Anxin Farm and those on the market.

Knowing about this arrangement, Professor Wu quietly gave Lin Muhan a thumbs-up.

Not everyone was as thick-skinned as he was to proactively ask for a meal; most people, for the sake of their dignity, would only think about it in their hearts. Lin Muhan’s arrangement perfectly avoided this issue.

Facing Professor Wu’s praise, Lin Muhan responded with a slight smile, no longer feeling the initial unease and shyness.

While everyone was busy tasting the vegetables from Tan Xiao’s greenhouse, she quietly took a photo and sent it to Su Han. Her purpose was to tell Su Han that siding with Tan Xiao against their opponents would not be a losing venture.

Upon receiving the picture, Su Han put her phone down calmly and asked her secretary: “How is the matter I asked you to investigate going?”

The secretary carefully handed a list to Su Han with both hands: “All the enterprises nationwide engaged in chemical fertilizers and pesticides are here for your review.”

Su Han took it. While scanning the list, she asked: “What about the Huatai side? Is there any movement?”

“Huatai held a board meeting today. The shareholders were dissatisfied that Young Manager Jiang lost the emeralds. Later, the eldest Miss Jiang appeared and calmed the anger of the shareholders.” The secretary hesitated before continuing, “There are also rumors at Huatai that the tides are changing.”

Su Han let out a light laugh. She knew Jiang Mo wouldn’t buy emeralds for no reason.

It turned out she had long planned to openly snatch that batch of emeralds from Jiang Yue.

Jiang Yue had boasted in front of all the shareholders that she would use that batch of “robbed” emeralds to directly establish a firm foothold in the jewelry world. As a result, in less than a month, she was slapped in the face, and the foundation for Huatai to stand firm in the jewelry industry was gone.

While everyone’s anger was high, Jiang Mo appeared with a batch of emeralds. This was a good thing for both the shareholders and President Jiang.

After all, time waits for no one, especially when it comes to high-quality emeralds.

Although the batch of emeralds Jiang Mo bought couldn’t be described as a bargain, in terms of quality, they were definitely better than the vast majority of emeralds on the market; otherwise, Saw Win wouldn’t have guarded them with heavy troops.

She put down the list, folded her hands, and leaned back in her chair: “How is the land I asked you to contact?”

Preparing for a rainy day was her habit. Moreover, since she had already been “tricked” onto the boat by Tan Xiao, she had to make preparations even earlier.

Once Tan Xiao’s planting method was fully promoted, biogas fermentation and plant-based pesticides would be the next big business opportunities.

She had to take the first bite of this cake that was right at her lips.

The secretary lowered her head: “We haven’t found a suitable plot of land yet.”

Su Han frowned slightly and said in a deep voice: “Contact them as soon as possible. By the way, how is the contact with the people in Myanmar going?”

“Our people are currently approaching Dong Ao’s lover.”

Su Han gave a light “um” and ordered: “You may leave.”

Five days later, a piece of news about Anxin Farm fermented rapidly online and hit the trending searches.

Is Anxin Farm’s Pure Ecological Planting a New Tool for Wealth Accumulation?

While netizens were discussing it heatedly, social news outlets also directly questioned Anxin Farm: “Are you questioning the years of research and dedication of the Father of Hybrid Rice?”

The Father of Hybrid Rice was a god in the hearts of the citizens, having made great contributions to the country and even the entire international community. Now that this contribution and effort were being questioned, it naturally sparked nationwide fury.

In an instant, Tan Xiao, Anxin Farm, and even Huangtian International became targets of universal condemnation.